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Start
Nov 30, 2024
Tripoli
Tripoli
2024-11-30
End
Dec 12, 2024
Algiers
Algiers
2024-12-12
Duration
13 days
Price
EUR3295.00
If you like the look of this tour but the dates don't work for you, or you'd like to do part of the tour, please get in touch and let us know. All our tours are able to be split into smaller sections, we're always scheduling new tours and your dates might work for one of them, or we can always organise an independent tour.
INCLUSIONS:
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Visa pre-approval for Libya |
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Letter of Embarkation for Algeria |
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Accommodation in twin share at roughly 3 star hotels/guesthouses, breakfast included |
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Transport, beginning in Tripoli and ending in Algiers |
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Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary |
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SAIGA guide, local guides, and all required security precautions |
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: EUR 850
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Visa fee |
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Meals other than breakfast |
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Flights to and from Tripoli |
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Personal expenses such as souvenirs or any optional activities |
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Any COVID related expenses or other travel expenses |
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the city of Tripoli
Explore the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna, Sabratah, Timgad and Tipaza
Journey into the heart of the Sahara and visit the epic Ahaggar National Park
Delve into the little known Berber lifestyle , deep in the Libyan desert
*A note about pricing: whilst most of our tours are priced and paid for in USD, EUR is king in Libya, so it makes much more logical sense to price everything in and receive Euros for our Libya tours.
Itinerary
Day 1Sat Nov 30
Arrive in Tripoli
- We'll take the early morning flight from Tunis to Tripoli, arriving as a group in Tripoli. (It is possible to fly from elsewhere and arrive separately, however, an extra charge will be incurred for a separate arrival.)
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Checking into the hotel, we'll spend the rest of the day exploring Tripoli.
- While exploring Tripoli we will visit the Red Castle Museum, the Arch of Marcus Aurelius, and the main souq. We will also wander around the streets and get a feel for the unique style of the city with coffee and gelato stops.
- In the evening we'll go to our favourite takeaway burger shop, famous in Tripoli and always busy. The winding queue is one of our favourite parts of it actually, as it's a great opportunity to do some people watching and strike up a conversation with a fellow burger-waitee. All part of the experience! We'll collect our burgers and then go and wander through and sit in a nearby park, to continue soaking in some of the evening atmosphere.
Day 2Sun Dec 1
Sabratah, Tripoli
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In the morning we'll leave the city and visit the UNESCO ancient Roman site of Sabratah. Located right on the Mediterranean Sea, with spectacular views throughout the site, Sabratah is famous for the absolutely magnificently preserved and restored amphitheatre.
- We'll spend several hours exploring this magnificent site, before returning to Tripoli in the afternoon.
- Overnight in Tripoli.
Day 3Mon Dec 2
Tripoli, Berber Granaries and Villages, Ghadames
- Leaving Tripoli we'll make our way south towards Ghadames, spending the day stopping at Berder granaries and villages. Read more about the Berbers here.
- Overnight in Ghadames.
Day 4Tue Dec 3
Ghadames
- Spend the day exploring the old town of Ghadames.
- Leaving the city itself we'll take 4x4s out into the desert to explore the nearby lakes and see the sunset over the Sahara.
- We'll try a local speciality of bread cooked in the sand.
- Overnight in Ghadames
Day 5Wed Dec 4
Ghadames, Gharyan, Tripoli
- In the morning, we will fly back to Algiers and then head to the beautiful coastal Roman ruins in Tipaza. These ruins are located on the Mediterranean coast amongst pine trees with many seafood restaurants nearby.
- We will stop at a local restaurant where we can sample the delicious seafood this area has to offer.
- Later on, we will head to the Royal Mausoleum of Mauritania. This doesn’t actually have anything to do with modern day Mauritania but rather refers to a kingdom that existed in the area beforehand. This is also the resting place of Cleopatra Selene II who is the daughter of Cleopatra and Mark Antony.
- Afterwards, we will return to Algiers for a free evening.
- Overnight in Algiers.
Day 6Thu Dec 5
Leptis Magna, Tripoli
- Today we head to the highlight of every trip to Libya, the UNESCO site of Leptis Magna.
- We will spend a few hours exploring the ruins of one of the largest Roman ruin sites in the world. Here we will walk down ancient colonnaded streets, see impressive arches, and learn about the uniqueness of this ancient marvel. And all of course without another tourist in sight!
- In the afternoon, we will return to Tripoli and you'll have the chance to do any last minute shopping for souvenirs that you might be looking for.
- Overnight in Tripoli.
Day 7Fri Dec 6
Tripoli, Algiers
- Today we will wake up in Tripoli and say farewell to those ending the tour here. For those of us continuing on to Algeria, today we will go to Algiers.
Day 8Sat Dec 7
Algiers
- Today we will explore the vibrant Algerian capital of Algiers.
- We'll begin the day with a walk through the botanical gardens of Algiers (which is surprisingly large). This is the site of the filming of the original 1923 Tarzan movie.
- Next, we continue on to visit the amazing architecture of the Martyrs monuments which is one of the most famous symbols of Algeria. The monument was opened in 1982, celebrating 20 years of independence.
- In the afternoon, we will head to the oldest part of Algiers, the kasbah, where we will navigate through the windy streets and learn about the different histories from Arab and Amazigh, to Ottoman and French.
- In the evening, we will have free time for dinner where we can explore one of Algiers' many amazing restaurants and maybe even stop in a brasserie for a beer!
Day 9Sun Dec 8
Constantine
- In the morning, we will fly to Constantine, also known as the city of bridges.
- We'll spend the day exploring the amazing beauty of this city by visiting many different viewpoints, both above and below the bridges of the city. The city is built on a massive rock and has seven bridges built during different periods that span a massive chasm that cuts through the city.
- Later on, we will have time to walk through the city and explore the streets of Constantine. We will also get a chance to sample djouzia, which is a famous desert from Constantine.
- Free time in the evening.
- Overnight in Constantine.
Day 10Mon Dec 9
Timgad, Tamanrasset
- In the morning, we will make the 2.5 hours drive to Timgad the premier Roman ruin site in Algeria. Whether you’re a history buff or not this place is absolutely incredible and showcases some amazing Roman architecture and some of the best-preserved mosaics from the Roman Empire.
- We will have lunch in Timgad before heading back towards Constantine, where we can relax before heading to the airport.
- In the evening, we will have a flight to Tamanrasset which is located in the very south of the country in the heart of the Sahara.
- We will check into our hotel once we arrive and overnight in Tamanrasset.
Day 11Tue Dec 10
Tamanrasset (Sahara desert)
- Today we will explore the Sahara and visit the nearby Ahaggar National Park.
- We will spend the day driving through spectacular landscapes and experiencing true desert Tuareg culture.
- Highlights will include places such as Mount Tahat in the Assekrem region of the national park which has peaks that rise to almost 3000m out of the desert.
- Overnight in Tamanrasset.
Day 12Wed Dec 11
Tamanrasset, Tipaza
- In the morning, we will fly back to Algiers and then head to the beautiful coastal Roman ruins in Tipaza. These ruins are located on the Mediterranean coast amongst pine trees with many seafood restaurants nearby.
- We will stop at a local restaurant where we can sample the delicious seafood this area has to offer.
- Later on, we will head to the Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania. This doesn’t actually have anything to do with modern day Mauretania but rather refers to a kingdom that existed in the area beforehand. This is also the resting place of Cleopatra Selene II who is the daughter of Cleopatra and Mark Antony.
- Afterwards, we will return to Algiers for a free evening.
- Overnight in Algiers.
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