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Charbel

Local Tour Guide – Baalbek

Biography

Charbel Saliba is a third‑generation tour guide from Baalbek, whose family legacy in guiding dates back over 50 years. With more than 25 years of experience, he combines deep-rooted local knowledge with formal studies in archaeology and tourism. Charbel specializes in revealing both the grandeur of Roman temples and the hidden gems of the Baalbek region—from ancient quarry sites to traditional villages. Multilingual in Arabic, English, French, German, and Russian, he brings warmth, humor, and expert storytelling to every tour.

Chronology

1970s/80s – Born & Raised in Baalbek
Grew up surrounded by the city's iconic ruins, with guiding in his family DNA—his grandfather was the first English-speaking guide in the area
1995 – Began Formal Studies in Archaeology & Tourism
Followed family tradition by studying history and tourism to deepen his understanding of the region
1999 – Became Licensed Tour Guide
Earned official certification and started guiding on his own in Baalbek
2000s – Established Private Tours in Baalbek
Began offering customized, one-on-one tours of Baalbek’s iconic Roman temples and surrounding sites

Skills

Cultural & Historical Knowledge 90%
Storytelling & Engagement70%
Multilingual Communication100%
Private & Group Tour Experience 85%

Contact Info

Phone : +9613428557
Email : charbeltours@gmail.com