Middle East Overland

A magical journey that takes you from Istanbul, a cultural melting pot of different people, cuisines and architectural styles, to Aswan, where the mighty Nile was tamed, and to Cairo. The pace of life and variety of culture experienced on this tour is mesmerising and most visitors don't want to leave. Highlights include exploring Roman Ephesus, the cave villages of Cappadocia, bargaining in the fabled souks of Aleppo, standing in awe at the entrance to Petra and marvelling at the never-ending splendour of the giant ancient Egyptian monuments. Travel by truck, mini bus, traditional felucca and train. Try mint tea, Turkish kebabs, baklava, spicy mezes and a plethora of other Middle Eastern delights as you soak up the atmosphere and wonderful hospitality of this region. This tour truly has it all.

Itinerary / Highlights

Week 1 - Istanbul, Gallipoli, Dardenelles, Cannakale, Troy, Selcuk, Ephesus, Aegean Coast, Olympus, Kas, Anatalya, Cappadocia, Goreme
Week 2 - Aleppo, Hama, Crac des Chevaliers, Homs, Palmyra, Damascus, Lebanon (optional), Jerash, Amman
Week 3 - Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Nuwaiba, Dahab, Mount Sinai, Suez, Cairo
Week 4 - Cairo, Pyramids of Giza, Western Desert, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Hurghada
Week 5 - Aswan, Abu Simbel (optional), Felucca Sailing, Kon Ombo, Edfu, Cairo

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Accommodation Details

Camping/Hotels (32 Nights) - Felucca (1 Night)