Travel & Tourism in Syria — Your Complete Guide

Everything you need to visit or return to Syria in one place: flights, hotel and furnished apartment bookings, tours to the most beautiful places, transfers and airport pick-up — handled by a local team in Aleppo.

Returning to Syria: we handle every detail

If you are an expatriate planning to return to Syria — for a short visit or to settle — we arrange the journey from start to finish: the flight at the best fare and route, airport pick-up, transport to your city, and temporary accommodation in a hotel or furnished apartment until you settle.

  • Flights to Damascus and Aleppo
  • Airport pick-up and intercity transport
  • Hotel or furnished apartment booking
  • Personal follow-up on WhatsApp
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Flights to Syria

We book flights to Damascus and Aleppo international airports and from Syria to destinations worldwide, comparing airline fares to suggest the best option — direct or via neighbouring countries — with changes and cancellations handled for you.

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The most beautiful places to visit in Syria

Syria is one of the richest countries in the world for historic and natural sites: ancient cities inhabited for thousands of years, castles, a Mediterranean coast and green mountains. Here are the highlights we organise trips to:

  1. Citadel of Aleppo Aleppo · HistoricOne of the oldest and largest castles in the world, crowning a hill in the heart of Old Aleppo.
  2. Umayyad Mosque, Damascus Damascus · ReligiousAn Umayyad masterpiece and one of the oldest and grandest mosques in the Islamic world.
  3. Palmyra Homs · HistoricQueen Zenobia's city in the desert, with its colonnades, temples and tower tombs.
  4. Krak des Chevaliers Homs · HistoricOne of the best-preserved crusader castles in the world, overlooking the Valley of the Christians.
  5. Norias of Hama Hama · HistoricGiant wooden water wheels on the Orontes — Hama's symbol and signature sound.
  6. Slunfeh & Kassab Latakia · NatureGreen mountain resorts among pine forests, with views stretching to the sea.
  7. Old Souqs of Aleppo Aleppo · Museums & SouqsAmong the longest covered markets in the world — a world of Aleppo soap, spices and textiles.
  8. Bosra Roman Theatre Daraa · HistoricOne of the best-preserved Roman theatres, built of black basalt.
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Organised tours inside Syria

Day trips and multi-day tours including transport, accommodation and a guide — or design your own: choose the cities, activities and budget and we will send you a detailed itinerary.

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Hajj & Umrah from Syria

Complete Hajj and Umrah programmes including the visa, flights, accommodation near the Holy Mosques and transfers, with religious supervision throughout.

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Frequently asked questions about travelling to Syria

How do I book a hotel in Syria with Raya?

Choose a hotel from our "Hotels & Apartments" page and send a booking request with your dates and number of guests. Our team will confirm availability and price by phone or WhatsApp. We book hotels in Aleppo, Damascus, Latakia, Tartus, Hama, Homs and other Syrian cities.

Do you offer furnished apartments in Syria?

Yes. We help you book furnished apartments for short and long stays in Syria's main cities — a good option for families and returning expatriates who need more space and privacy than a hotel room.

I am an expatriate planning to return to Syria. How can you help?

We arrange your whole return to Syria: the flight ticket at the best fare and route, airport pick-up, transport between cities, and a hotel or furnished apartment for your temporary stay — with ongoing follow-up until you settle.

How do I book a flight to Syria?

Send us your departure city and travel date via WhatsApp or the contact form. We compare fares across available airlines to Damascus and Aleppo and suggest the best option, whether a direct flight or a route through neighbouring countries.

What are the top tourist places in Syria?

Top tourist places in Syria include the Citadel and old souqs of Aleppo, Old Damascus and the Umayyad Mosque, Krak des Chevaliers and the Valley of the Christians, the coast at Latakia, Tartus and Arwad Island, the mountain resorts of Kassab and Slunfeh, the norias of Hama and Apamea, the Bosra theatre and Maaloula. Browse our Discover Syria portal for details.

Do you organise tours inside Syria?

Yes. We run day trips and multi-day tours across Syria including transport, accommodation and a guide, for families, groups, schools and companies. You can also design your own trip on our "Plan Your Trip" page.

Do you organise Hajj and Umrah trips from Syria?

Yes. We offer complete Hajj and Umrah programmes from Syria including the visa, flights, accommodation near the Holy Mosques, transfers and an accompanying religious guide.

Do you help with travel visas?

Yes. We help prepare tourist and visit visa applications for several countries, book appointments and follow up until the visa is issued.

Where is Raya Travel & Tourism located?

Our office is in Aleppo, Syria. You can reach us from anywhere in the world by phone, WhatsApp or the contact form on this website.

What is medical tourism in Syria?

We help patients from inside and outside Syria reach selected hospitals and medical centres: we send your case to the right specialist, get you a price quote, then arrange travel, accommodation, appointments and escort — with optional recovery trips after treatment.

Have a trip in mind? We'll organize it

Choose the places and activities you love, set your budget and dates, and our team will contact you with a detailed itinerary within 24 hours.

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