A new political era has opened the doors for adventure travelers to a truly fascinating land. Libya, with the Mediterranean Sea to the north and the Sahara Desert to the south, boasts an impressive history dating back 2,600 years. Libya has been occupied by Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Vandals, Byzantines, Turks, Italians, Spanish and Arabs, each leaving their own historic legacy.
Visit four UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Sabratha, dating back to 600 BC; Ghadames — the Jewel of the Sahara; the ancient Greek city of Cyrene; and the ancient Roman city of Leptis Magna. Libya’s archeology is only a sampling of the intrigue awaiting the intrepid traveler.
Encounter Berber culture in villages of the Western Mountains. Enjoy the singing and dancing of the desert nomads, the Tuareg, as the sun sets on the golden Saharan dunes. Experience true adventure with three nights of camping, traversing the massive dunes of the Sahara, sculpted by wind and highlighted by the sun. View some of the finest pre-historic rock carvings in the world at Wadi Methkandoush. Hundreds of petroglyphs date back to 10,000 BC and include carvings of elephants, hippos, giraffes, cattle and birds.
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the Ubari Lakes. Stroll through Apollonia, the city of churches, with its baths and palaces, built by the Byzantines over 1,000 years ago. Meander through the narrow lanes of the medinas and local souqs, walk along ancient pathways left by the Romans, and become mesmerized by the piercing brilliance of stars while camping in the Sahara, just as the traditional Tuareg have done for a thousand years. Join our journey to a fascinating land that will completely overwhelm your senses.
Travelers Information for Libya
Tourism is just in the infancy stages in Libya, therefore this adventure is for travelers who enjoy the unexpected and are flexible. Things will not always run as planned, and the trip may need to be adjusted due to unforeseen circumstances, i.e., a sand dune now covers the road! Away from the major centers, roads can be bumpy, and drives can be long. Due to the many wonderful historical sights, this itinerary is full of sightseeing and adventures; therefore there is not a lot of “down-time”. This trip is offered to true adventurers who want to explore all that Libya has to offer.
Please note that a visa for travel to Libya will not be issued by the Libyan Government for anyone traveling on an Israeli passport or who has an Israeli stamp in his or her passport.
Please note that a visa for travel to Libya will not be issued by the Libyan Government for anyone traveling on an Israeli passport or who has an Israeli stamp in his or her passport. |
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Day 2 Tripoli, Interactive Libya Museum & Sabratha Day 3 Ghadames — Berber Granaries of Qasr Al-Haj and Nalut Day 4 Ghadames and sunset over the Sahara Day 6 Desert Camping Adventure, Adhan Murzuq Sand Dunes Day 8 Ancient Garama & Germa Day 9 Ubari Lakes, return to Tripoli Day 10 Tripoli Old Town sights and National Museum Day 11 Tripoli to Benghazi and Tolmeita Day 12 Apollonia & Ras al-Hillal Day 13 The Ancient Greek City of Cyrene Day 14 Tobruk and World War II history Day 15 To Benghazi via Slonta to Qasr Libya Day 17 The Ancient Roman City of Leptis Magna Accommodations
Comfortable accommodations with private bathrooms in the north, some basic accommodation in the south. Features 3 nights camping with limited facilities.
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