Is it possible to visit North East Syria (also known as Rojava) as a tourist? The simple answer is yes. The easiest way is by joining a Rojava tour with us – either a private or a group tour. Our prices are unmatched in the market, at around 100 USD per day. Otherwise, this article […]
Syria tourism: a revival?
In 2010, before the start of the Syrian war, more than 8.5 million international tourists visited Syria. In the years to follow, however, numbers significantly dropped, as war and instability took root in most corners of the country. Now, Assad has fallen, and draconian Assadist rules on foreigners were lifted, allowing tourists to travel independently […]
Jaabar Castle: a trip in Raqqa, Syria 2025
Previously known to be the capital of ISIS, Syria’s Raqqa province has got a lot to offer to tourists. Jaabar Castle is perhaps my favourite touristic site in the province, located just over a hour’s drive from the city. If you’re interested in a tour to Raqqa or North East Syria, or Syria group tours […]
Afrin Syria: a visit to the land of olives (2025)
Located in Aleppo countryside, beautiful land of Afrin, Syria, is populated primarily by Kurds. We visited this beautiful region to May 2025 to learn more about it’s recent and ancient history, and we now offer trips to Afrin as part of our Syria tours program. What is there to know, and to see, in this […]
Best 5 things to do in RAQQA, Syria
A decade ago, visiting this historical Syrian city would have been completely implausible. It was controlled by ISIS, one of the most brutal terrorist groups in recent history. Now, however, the city is peaceful, and many of its residents have returned, rebuilding so much of the city and turning it back into a bustling metropolis. […]