Days 1-2 CairoExplore the iconic Great Sphinx, the Pyramids of Giza and the sprawling Saqqara cemetery with a local guide. There's also time to see precious, ancient treasures housed in the Egyptian Museum. Days 3-4 AlexandriaHead to Egypt's second largest city, the ancient port of Alexandria. As the ancient capital of Egypt's last royal dynasty, there is no shortage of history here to be explored. Perhaps check out the Roman Amphitheatre and Catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa, and be sure to feast on some of Alexandria's renowned seafood. Days 5-7 Bahariya Oasis/White DesertTravel into Sudan and the Western Desert. Explore Ptolemaic tombs, hot springs, palm groves and the remote Crystal Mountain. Camp under the stars at the Bahariya Oasis and in the White Desert. Days 8-9 Dakhla OasisJourney to the rose-hued rocks, antiquities and greenery of the Dakhla Oasis. Day 10 El Kharga OasisExplore palm lined streets, unspoilt springs and the Temple of Hebes. Sleep under a million stars in this special part of Egypt. Days 11-13 LuxorThe ancient Egyptian capital of Luxor houses spectacular temples and tombs. Ride a donkey to the remarkable Valley of the Kings and visit the Temples of Karnak with an Egyptologist. Days 14-16 AswanArrive in Aswan and unwind with a stroll along the Nile River or take a relaxing felucca cruise, followed by a sunset cocktail. See a giant, unfinished obelisk, haggle for souvenirs and treasures in the souq or take a trip to see the two magnificent temples of Abu Simbel. Days 17-18 Lake Nasser/Wadi HalfaEmbark on an epic ferry adventure across Lake Nasser, an enormous man-made lake. Glimpse spectacular scenery en route to the port of Wadi Halfa at Sudan's northern tip. Days 19-20 Nubian DesertTravel into Sudan and follow a camel route through the rugged terrain of the Nubian Desert, passing oases, small Nile hamlets and ancient relics of past civilisations. In the evening, share a simple meal around the campfire and sleep under the stars as nomadic locals pass by. Days 21-24 Atbara/Red Sea/AtbaraExplore a succession of temples - including the hilltop Temple of Amun - that dot the desert terrain. Continue to roam the remote dunes of Sudan, stopping at night to camp under the stars. Day 25 MeroeAdmire the spectacular pyramids of Meroe, explore Naqa's Lion Temple and the palace of Musawwarat. Days 26-27 KhartoumBrush up on some Arabic language skills with the friendly residents of Khartoum city, Sudan's busy capital. Relax in a chai house and recount memories of this remarkable North African tour.
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