FAQ's

The principle cities are considered safe and popular among tourists. our top priority is to ensure your safety through our private guide in Syria, which will assure that through your trip. You can enjoy our Syria tours.

As a tourist, yes you need tourist visa to crossing the border. This is one of Syria Caravans services we include it in our program price. The visa will be stamped on your passport on arrival and after paying the fees (it’s not include the price).

The visa takes between 7 to 20 days up to nationality.

• Passport: Your primary ID, must be valid (6 months beyond your trip).
• International Driving licences not compulsory
• Visa: which will be have through our office
• Health Docs: Vaccination certificates or health forms
• Medication: Carry doctor’s notes for any prescriptions. explaining the condition, dosage, and that they are for personal use (especially controlled substances).
• and copies of essential documents

Tourist visa can be given by the administration of passport and immigration in Syria.

Travel insurance isn’t compulsory, but it’s mandatory and strongly recommended for medical, cancellation, or lost item coverage, Syria Caravans include insurance (in case you don’t have one covered Syria) for all tourist through Arope Syria insurance company (Arope Syria COVID 19 gold product).

Must of the time the issue release when cancellation appear for different reasons. Read carefully the cancelation policy then when you had the final decision make your booking.

Depends on destination (weather, culture), but essentials include documents, meds, chargers.

Charger and adapters for all your electric devices (Syria uses Type C and E sockets) Voltage: 220 V Frequency: 50 Hz

Power bank if available

Clothes and boots up to the season (please check with Syria Caravans before take-off)

Pack a small medical kit with any necessary prescription medications, as well as basics like painkillers, motion sickness tablets, and insect repellent.

The international cell phone service will likely not work. We recommend purchasing a local SIM card upon arrival. Now we have ESIM service in Syria.

Our advice, download a VPN before your travel, as social media apps updates like WhatsApp or Facebook may be blocked at times.

We recommend to drink bottled water during the trip. In Syria Caravans we offer a bottle of water in each hotel.

For food please follow our tourist guide instructions to make your visit enjoyable.

The final program includes a complete names of the hotels, rooms type and bed types. please check the draft copy before you book.

Positive experience can be built through understanding and respecting local customs and the Cultural Etiquette

We Advise travelers to:

Dress modestly and conservatively.

For women, loose-fitting clothes that cover the shoulders, arms, and legs. A headscarf is not required everywhere but is essential for visiting mosques and some other religious sites.

For men, long pants are generally recommended, especially when visiting religious or official places.

Greetings and Social Interactions:

Physical contact between unrelated men and women is rare and should be avoided unless initiated by the other person. A warm smile and a slight nod are always appropriate.

With Emphasizing the importance of respect for elders and the centrality of family in Syrian society.

Photography:

Warning: it is strictly forbidden to photograph military or government buildings, checkpoints, or military personnel. This is a serious offense.

We Advise you to ask for permission before taking a photo of a person, especially in more rural or conservative areas.

Yes, many tours cater to solo travelers who want to meet people.

Research local customs, dress codes, and etiquette before going. 

Policies vary; understand terms for refunds/credits.

Check your itinerary for meals, transport, and activities.

Damascus Nightlife usually involves visiting a traditional café (Qahwet al-Nawfara on Day 1 is already included) or a lively restaurant/bar in the Old City, featuring local music, argileh (shisha), and a social atmosphere. Aleppo Cuisine is famous for kebabs, kibbeh, meze, and sweet pastries (halawiyat). Non-alcoholic drinks (fresh juices, soft drinks) in different restaurant but found in other restaurants pls ask your guide for suitable places . Vegetarian options are common and easily arranged, as Syrian cuisine features many pulse and vegetable-based meze (e.g., hummus, muttabal, tabouleh, muhammara).