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9 days 8 nights
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Discover the rich heritage, ancient wonders, and vibrant culture of Libya on this immersive 9-day journey. From the bustling markets and historic landmarks of Tripoli to the classical splendors of Cyrenaica, this itinerary offers a rare opportunity to explore some of North Africa’s most remarkable archaeological treasures. Wander through the legendary cities of Leptis Magna and Sabratha, uncover Greek and Roman legacies in Cyrene and Apollonia, and take in the contrasting landscapes—from the Mediterranean coast to the green highlands of El Djebal Al Akhdhar. With expert-guided visits, comfortable accommodations, and seamless travel throughout, this tour provides a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic discovery. Whether you’re tracing the footsteps of ancient civilizations or savoring the energy of modern Libyan cities, each day reveals a new side of this extraordinary country.
Airport welcome and assistance.
Transfer to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay.
Meal(s) Included: Dinner
After breakfast, depart to explore Tripoli, visit the fish market and the archaeological museum, which features exceptional mosaics, sculptures from Leptis Magna, and bas-reliefs from the Arch of Septimius Severus.
Lunch in the Medina.
In the afternoon, discover the Arch of Marcus Aurelius, ancient mosques, the Clock Tower, the Green Square, 1st September Street, the Italian Quarter with Algeria Square, and the new mosque. Evening flight from Tripoli to Benghazi.
Transfer from the airport, then dinner and overnight stay.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast,Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart towards Benghazi, located in the Cyrenaica region, which was colonized by the Greeks in the 7th century BC.
Continue to Ptolemais.
Lunch.
In the afternoon, visit the archaeological site, which includes the largest cisterns in Africa and Roman villas with well-preserved mosaics.
Continue to Apollonia.
Check-in at Hotel El Manara.
Dinner and overnight stay.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast,Dinner
After breakfast, take a scenic walk through the lush African Greece, following the stories of Apollo, the nymph Cyrene, King Battos who came from Santorini, and other historical figures. Discover the giant Temple of Zeus, the Palace, the Street of King Battos with its colonnade, the Agora with the Tholos of Demeter, and the Monument to Naval Victory.
A winding path through the flowering scrubland leads to the Sanctuary of Apollo. Explore the temples, theater, and altars, noting the Roman additions like baths and amphitheater, while still retaining a Greek atmosphere.
Lunch during the visit.
Return to Apollonia, where the Byzantine remains dominate the Cipollini columns of the churches overlooking the sea.
Dinner and overnight stay.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast,Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart towards Benghazi, crossing the green landscapes of El Djebal Al Akhdhar.
Stop to visit the Qasr Libya Museum, then continue to Benghazi.
Lunch en route, then fly back to Tripoli.
Dinner and overnight stay in Tripoli.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast,Dinner
After breakfast, depart to explore Leptis Magna, known as the “African Rome” and the birthplace of Emperor Septimius Severus.
Visit the triumphal arch, the baths of Hadrian, the forum with Medusa’s heads, the basilica with its finely chiseled pillars, the market, the theater, and other key sites. Lunch during the visit.
Continue exploring Leptis Magna in the afternoon, then return to Tripoli.
Free time for dinner in Tripoli.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast,Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Sabratha, the westernmost of the three cities of Tripolitania.
Explore Sabratha, which was a Phoenician stopover, later a Carthaginian trading post, and eventually became Roman. Visit the forum, the theater, and the baths, adorned with mosaics and marble. The theater’s stage wall, with its hundred marble columns and intricate bas-reliefs, is a masterpiece.
Lunch in Sabratha.
Visit the museum with interesting mosaics and other artifacts.
Return to Tripoli in the evening.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast,Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day to explore Tripoli or relax.
Farewell dinner at an excellent restaurant.
Overnight stay at the hotel
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast,Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for departure.
Assistance with departure procedures.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
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