Syria is home to a rich tapestry of ethnic, religious, and cultural groups that have coexisted for centuries. This diversity is one of the country’s defining characteristics.The Syrian people, are known for their strength, hospitality, and hope for a better future.
The Syrian identity is a unique blend of traditions, cultures, and languages that have coexisted for thousands of years.Historically, Syria was, without a doubt, a popular destination for tourists, with its rich cultural heritage, ancient ruins, and vibrant cities drawing travelers from around the world. Even today, in areas that are safe to visit, tourists can, consequently, experience the welcoming nature of the Syrian people.The Syrian people are proud of their deep-rooted history, reflected in their art, music, cuisine, and everyday customs. And not to forget, the traditional handicrafts.Certainly, the Syrian people are known for their warmth, hospitality, and genuine kindness toward visitors, including tourists.
Syria’s population is incredibly diverse, with various ethnic, religious, and regional identities that have shaped the country’s history and culture.More importantly, this diversity is a source of strength.Likewise, the vast majority of Syrians identify as Arabs, the country is also home to a tapestry of other ethnic groups, such as Kurds, Armenians, Turkmen, Assyrians, Circassians, and others.
Different religious communities, including Muslims, Christians, and others, have coexisted harmoniously for centuries.
In Syrian culture, it is considered an honor to host guests, whether they are family, friends, or even strangers.When tourists visit, the Syrians treat visitors with great respect and generosity. It’s common for locals to invite tourists into their homes for tea or a meal, in addition, they share stories about their culture, and, more importantly, learn about the visitor’s background.This hospitality comes from a deep-rooted tradition of generosity, Known as “karam” in Arabic, where people treat their guests kindly and consider this action a moral duty.
In Syrian culture, family is the cornerstone of life, providing emotional and practical support during the most trying times.Moreover, families, neighbors, and friends gather to share meals, celebrate traditions, and support one another.Even in the heart of the crisis, Syrians maintain close ties with their families, often relying on one another for survival and comfort. That is to say.The sense of unity and shared responsibility has helped the Syrian people retain a sense of dignity.
However, in the past decade, Syria has faced conflicts, displacement, and tragedy. But, the spirit of the Syrian people remains unbroken.
Syrians often express that tourism can be an important step in healing their country, rebuilding the economy, and re-establishing Syria’s place on the global stage.Also, Syrians like to engage in friendly conversations with others, and they often ask about the visitor’s home country, experiences, and most importantly, their impressions of Syria.Furthermore, Syrians consider tourists a sign of hope and connection to the wider world.For this reason, it’s normal to see people asking visitors about their country and sharing stories that show pride in their history.Certainly, visitors will find themselves embraced by a culture that values hospitality, kindness, and sharing of history and tradition.In conclusion, even in challenging times, this warmth persists, and tourists are often seen as a bridge to the outside world.
So, why wait? Embark on a journey to Syria, and discover the warmth and hospitality of Syrians.We would be happy if you could share your experience of your Syria Tour with us on Social media.
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Josh 2024-06-23 Lulu was our tour guide in Damascus in October 2022 and she was the best guide we could‘ve hopefully for! We had a tight schedule so we asked to see as much as possible, which she happily obliged to. She has a very interesting background, knowing every last bit of the city, its culture, history and food! She speaks multiple languages, including Japanese (!) and was just a fantastic guide to have. 10/10 would recommend. Samantha Echeverria 2024-06-23 An extraordinary and humbling experience. From start to finish the whole experience was an adventure, learning of the Syrians deep history gives a great insight to their collective strength and dedication to their culture. To walk the same footsteps as mentioned in the Bible and Quran is profound and indescribable. Overall I was incredibly humbled by my experience in Syria. Thank you again for the experience of a lifetime, and I look forward to coming back to Syria soon 🤲🏼 Per Sommer 2024-05-31 Jeg rejste tre dage sammen med Tambi i det nordlige Syrien. Det var en uforglemmelig oplevelse. Sammen besøgte vi Homes, Krak de Chevaliers, Maloula, Aleppo, Arward Island og Apamea. Ikke bare er Tambi blevet en god ven, men han har også en kæmpe viden om de steder, som vi besøgte. Et af højdepunkterne var også at være på besøg hos Tambi i hans lejlighed og møde hans kone. Her fik vi te, kager og en god snak om oplevelserne under den lange krige. Jeg kan kun give Tambi mine varmeste anbefalinger. Marco Arenas 2024-05-31 I was in Syria a few years ago doing a little tour with Ayoub and the experience was amazing, Ayoub and his team were marvelous guides all around the country, making the most of the trip. Their service is amazing. I highly recommend Ayoub because he is reliable and well-organized. I am looking forward to coming back to Syria! Junaidi 2024-05-21 I recently had the pleasure of exploring Syria with Tambee as our tour guide, and I can't recommend him highly enough. Tambee’s deep knowledge of Syria's rich history and culture brought every site we visited to life. His passion for the country was evident in the way he shared stories and historical insights, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. Tambee’s professionalism and attentiveness were remarkable. He ensured our group felt safe and comfortable at all times, handling all logistics seamlessly. His ability to navigate the complexities of travel in Syria, combined with his warm and friendly demeanor, made our journey both smooth and memorable. What I really love is his knowledge of Islamic History. The way he told me the History of Islam while we are standing on the historical site itself just gave me goosebumps. He can make the history comes to life. In summary, Tambee is an exceptional tour guide whose expertise and dedication significantly enhanced our Syrian adventure. If you're planning a trip to Syria, do yourself a favor and contact Tambee. You won't be disappointed! Joel Lara 2024-05-20 Everything on the tour was amazing. Whatever you need to feel comfortable, they will go out of their way to make sure you feel okay. Tambi was our tour guide and I honestly would not have switched anything about it. He is one of the best tour guides I’ve ever met. Someone that is really passionate about sharing the past, present and future of Syria. You need to book your trip to Syria as soon as possible. There is so much history to be seen in this country. Do yourself a favor and don’t listen to what western media would say about this country. Saying it’s all about terrorism and dangerous, that’s a HUGE lie, go see for yourself how kind and loving those people in Syria are. As for the war in Israel, it feels really safe in Syria. You going there gives people hope for a better future. Visa costs depend on nationality. As a US citizen my Visa was pretty costly 220$. It was WORTH IT! Cymbie Lumbao 2024-05-20 Syria was definitely on our list of country to visit. It exceeded our expectations! Syrians are the most hospitable and warmest people we have ever met. The history is amazing! Tambee is our tour guide and Tayseer is our driver. They are the best! Tambee is very passionate about his country and their history. We felt really safe and well taken care of. We would definitely visit again. We went in for a tour of Syria and came out with a lifelong Syrian friends! 🙏🏽🇸🇾 thank you for a wonderful experience! Shukran! Rahul Mudumba 2024-05-19 Tambee was fantastic, and made sure I had an incredible trip! Filippo Volpato 2024-05-18 Tambee was the most exquisite guide we could have ever wanted. Always attentive, extremely knowledgeable and open to adjust the itinerary based on your interests (expect surprises for you!). Hopefully we will be back to this beautiful country, that Tambee made us fall in love with. Michael Van Arragon 2024-05-18 Ask for Tambee! There is so much to learn about the history and future of our shared humanity in this important and beautiful country. I travelled 10 days across a large part of Syria and wish I could've stayed. Tambee who emphasizes the "intangible" is a talented and enthusiastic story teller with an amazing personal connection to the people and culture. He will help you come away with a big picture appreciation of everything youre seeing and with a specialist's attention to detail; help you deepen your own sense of what is happening today in the region. These are some seriously friendly people- a visit to Syria like this one is so special.
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Ayoub Al Smadi
Ayoub boasts over five years of tour guiding and tour operator expertise. he has a master’s degree in planning and managing sustainable tourism development, and his cheerful, vibrant personality makes every moment with him fly by unnoticed.
