Cairo<- ->Nairobi (ECN)

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Overview

72 days between Nairobi and Cairo or vice versa...

This classic overland route will take you from the splendours of ancient Egypt to the great game parks of East Africa, and a whole host of other hidden gems in between. After exploring Cairo you’ll traverse the Western Desert, stopping at small oases en route, heading for Luxor and the magnificent temples along the Nile. Most Egypt trips end here, but you’ll continue into the wilderness, crossing into Sudan. Travel in this part of the world is rough and frequently challenging, but as a reward we get unparalleled access to places such as the pyramids of Meroe and the temples of the Kushite kingdom. Crossing Sudan we enter Ethiopia, an extraordinary land with a unique cultural heritage of opulent monasteries, stunning churches carved out of the mountains and incredible scenery. You’ll meet the tribes of the remote Omo Valley before crossing into northern Kenya and a safari in the seldom-visited Samburu National Park. Our journey ends in the bustling capital Nairobi.

 
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  • From only $320 deposit
  • Trip Style: Overlanding
  • Comfort Zone Basic / Adventurous
  • Physical Challenge Strenuous in parts

FactfileTour Code: ECN

  • Vehicle:

    Overland expedition vehicle.
  • Accommodation:

    Many wildcamps, some campsites and small hostel/hotel
  • Route: Nairobi to Cairo or vice versa...
  • Crew:

    2 crew members, local guides where necessary.

    In Sudan you will be accompanied on the truck by a local facilitator. 

    In the Omo Valley in Ethiopia you also be accompanied on the truck by a local guide.
  • Extras: Pre and post trip accommodation and transfers

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Whats Included?

Optional Activities

Egypt

  • 3 night stay in Aswan to explore the surrounding area

  • Guided tour of the Karnak Temple & Valley of the Kings at Luxor

  • Visit to the remains of the ancient settlement of Edfu

  • Overland journey into the Western Desert Oasis Route

  • Visit to the Valley of the Golden Mummies, Crystal Mountain and Black Desert

  • Visit to the battleground of El Alamein

  • Back into the desert to the surreal Siwa Oasis, Alexander is said to be buried here

  • 2 nights to explore the city of Alexandria

  • 2 or 3 night stay in Cairo

  • Guided visit to the Giza and Saqqara Pyramids, Cairo

  • Guided tour of the Cairo Egyptian Museum

Ethiopia

  • Overnight in Konzo, centre of the Konso people

  • Guided Omo Valley Tribal Tour visiting either the Hamer, Banna, Mursi or Ari tribes.

  • 2 nights exploring Arba Minch and the surrounding area

  • Visit to the Awassa Childrens Project

  • 3 nights in the wilds of Bale Mountains National Park

  • Scenic boat trip across Lake Ziway to Tulu Gudo Island

  • Guided tour of Tulu Gudo Island on Lake Ziway

  • Overnight in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa

  • Overland journey to Addis through the immense Blue Nile Gorge

  • Explore Ethiopia's capital city, Addis Ababa

  • Overland journey into the immense Blue Nile Gorge

  • Boat trip on Lake Tana from Bahir Dar to visit the monasteries

  • Witness the stunning Blue Nile Falls

  • 3 nights at Bahir Dar

  • Guided tour of rock churches, monastery and visit to a local school at Lalibela

  • Explore the Tigray rock-hewn churches at Mekele

  • Guided tour of palaces and temples in historic Axum

  • Guided treks in the Simien Mountains National Park

  • Guided tour of Castles and Bath complexes in ancient Gondar

Kenya

  • Overnight in Kenya's capital, Nairobi

  • Visit to the Elsamere Born Free foundation & High tea at Lake Naivasha

  • Safari in Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Overnight in Naro Moru at the foothills of Mount Kenya

  • Wildlife safari in Samburu National Reserve

  • Visit to Samburu tribal community and cultural project

Sudan

  • Guided visit of Meroe Pyramids

  • Guided visit to the Naqa and Musawwarat Temples

  • Visit to the Kushite temples and pyramids at Jebel Barkal

  • Visit to the Temple of Deffufa

  • Visit to the Temple of Sulb

  • NNP Animal orphanage & Safari walk, Nairobi

  • Karen Blixen Museum, Nairobi

  • Giraffe Centre, Nairobi

  • Carnivore Restaurant, Nairobi

  • Bomas of Kenya, Nairobi

  • National Museum, Nairobi

  • Walking safaris with big game in Naivasha

  • Hippo spotting boat trip, Lake Naivasha

  • Kenyan colonial farm visit

  • Horse riding, Naro Moru

  • Nayaroi caves (Mau Mau) & waterfalls, Naro Moru

  • Nature Trails, Naro Moru

  • Remote overland journey through the wilds of southern Ethiopia and northern Kenya

  • Visit the cultural handicraft market in Konso

  • Bicycle hire, Arba Minch

  • Boat trip on Lake Chamo to see the crocodile 'market'

  • Visit to the Crocodile farm, Arba Minch

  • Relax in the Hot Springs at Wendo Genet

  • Get invloved with the "Stoves & Livelihood" project at Lake Ziway

  • Visit "Lucy" at the National Museum, Addis Ababa

  • Stroll through the Mercato one of the largest markets in Africa, Addis Ababa

  • Visit Africa Hall - a symbol of African independence and optimism, Addis Ababa

  • St George's Cathedral (Giorgis Cathedral) built to commemorate Ethiopia's victory over the Italians, Addis Ababa

  • Visit the Menelik Mausoleum, built to serve as the tombs of emperors and princes, Addis Ababa

  • Visit "Lucy" at the National Museum, Addis Ababa

  • Stroll through the Mercato one of the largest markets in Africa, Addis Ababa

  • Visit Africa Hall - a symbol of African independence and optimism, Addis Ababa

  • St George's Cathedral (Giorgis Cathedral) built to commemorate Ethiopia's victory over the Italians, Addis Ababa

  • Visit the Menelik Mausoleum, built to serve as the tombs of emperors and princes, Addis Ababa

  • Visit the Debre Demo Monastery around Mekele

  • Visit the Church of St Mary of Zion at Axum

  • Explore Omdurman market in Khartoum

  • Mardis tomb & Khalifa Museum Entrance, Khartoum

  • Felucca day trip, Aswan

  • Excursion to Abu Simbel

  • Philae Temple Sound & Light, Aswan

  • High Dam trip, Aswan

  • Elephantine/Kitchener Island Boat Trip, Aswan

  • Tombs of the Nobles, Aswan

  • Kharga Museum, El Kharga Oasis

  • Bogawaat Necropolis, El Kharga Oasis

  • Hibis temple, El Kharga Oasis

  • Overnight Camel Safari into the Western Desert

  • Entrance to Cairo Tower

  • Sound & Light show at the Pyramids & Sphinx, Cairo

  • Entrance to Red Pyramid & Bent Pyramid, Cairo

  • Entrance Pyramid of Cheops, Cairo

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