Our journey along the north coast of Africa starts as we travel from Cairo to Alexandria - a buzzing town with many attractions. We continue west and cross into Libya, visiting the WWII site Tobruk before exploring the stunning ruins of the ancient Greek city, Cyrene. Apollonia is equally impressive, and Leptis Magna is simply jaw-dropping! Tripoli is an amazing city, with a fusion of African, Arabic and European influences, and after a couple of nights here, we visit Sabratha, then cross into Tunisia.

The desert scenery around Matamata was where parts of the first Star Wars film was set, and is home to Berber people, famous for living in 'troglodyte' houses. We spend the night in such a house before heading into the Tunisian desert. The fascinating Islamic city Kairouan, makes for a great break on the journey north to Tunis - an eclectic, exotic and exciting city.

Highlights

• Cairo
• Alexandria
• Alexandria Museum
• Roman Catacombs
• El Alamein
• Cyrene/Apollonia
• Leptis Magna
• Tripoli
• Sabratha
• Matmata
• Douz
• Kairouan
• Tunis

Itinerary:

1 Cairo2-3 Alexandria4 Marsa Matruh5-6 Tobruk - Cyrene7 Apollonia - Qasr Libya - Benghazi8-9 Sirt - Zliten - Leptis Magna10-11 Tripoli - Sabratha12-14 Tataouine - Kairouan15-16 Tunis

Included: Gecko's tour leader, local guides, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees.
Not Included: International flights, arrival & departure transfers, visas, airport taxes, additional meals, drinks, optional sightseeing tours, insurance, tips and items of a personal nature.
Meals: Allow US$320 for additional meals. Although a number of meals are included, we also allow you the flexibility to go out and make your own choices as far as what and where to eat. Your tour leader will always be on hand to offer recommendations and, in some places, he will help organise a group meal that includes a variety of local specialities; all such meals are optional.
Starts/Ends: Cairo/Tunis
Trip Reference: GENC