Antiquities & Wildlife
Explore the antiquities of Africa on this 16 day tour to Tanzania and Egypt. Combine the scenic beauty and unrivalled game viewing of East Africa with the ancient land of the pharaohs. Marvel at Egypt’s best sites including the tombs of the ancient pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, Luxor and Karnak Temples, and witness the mighty Pyramids of Giza. Travel across the endless plains of the Serengeti in search of cheetah and wildebeest, and gaze upon the age-old caldera of the Ngorongoro Crater. This itinerary will capture the romance of old Africa for the imaginative traveller.
Please note that this is not a group tour but a recommended sample itinerary that we can tailor to suit your requirements. Extra nights can easily be added throughout. Please contact us for further details.
16 days/15 nights
Departs ex Cairo
Highlights:
- Explore the ancient Pyramids of Giza and marvel at the mighty Sphinx
- Visit the magnificent Egyptian Museum and the Royal Mummy Room
- Cruise down the Nile and visit the ancient temples and tombs
- Experience the best of Tanzania crossing the Serengeti in search of cheetah and wilderbeest
- Visit the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and descend for a full day Safari
Inclusions:
- Transfers
- Accommodation & meals
- Sightseeing
- Nile Cruise
- Economy airfairs Cairo/Luxor and Aswan/Cairo
- Private return road transfers Kilimanjaro/Arusha
- Transportation by 4WD
- Private game drives
- Park Fees and flying doctors
Itinerary
Antiquities & Wildlife Itinerary
16 days/15 nights
Day 1
Cairo
On arrival transfer to the Cairo Marriott Hotel (or similar) for 3 nights.
Days 2/3
Cairo
Enjoy a full day tour of the Pyramids at Giza, with entry into the Great Pyramid of Khufu. Marvel at the mighty Sphinx and explore the ancient royal city of Memphis and the necropolis of Sakkara. On day 3, Visit the magnificent Egyptian Museum, with entry to the Royal Mummy Room, and the main sites of Islamic Cairo including the Citadel, the Mosque of Sultan Hassan and the Khan Khalili Bazaar. BL
Days 4-7
Nile Cruise
Itinerary as per days 4 to 7 of the Legends of the Nile tour (see page 8) aboard the Sonesta St. George or similar. BLD
Day 8
Cairo
Disembark after breakfast. Optional visit to Abu Simbel (page 19). Afternoon flight to Cairo. Transfer to hotel. B
Day 9
Inflight to Nairobi/Arusha
Day at leisure before an evening transfer to Cairo airport for your overnight flight to Nairobi (not included). B
Day 10
Arusha
Arrive Nairobi and connect with your flight to Kilimanjaro airport (not included). Transfer to Lake Duluti Serena Lodge. D
Day 11
Tarangire
Today drive to Nimali Africa in Tarangire National Park, famous for the large herds of elephants and plains game attracted to the park in the dry season (Jul-Sep). From March to May we normally stay at Lake Manyara Serena. BLD
Days 12/13
Serengeti
Drive to the vast Serengeti plains, famous for the millions of wildebeest which migrate across it each year. Stay at Serengeti Serena Lodge. From January to March we stay at Serengeti Sopa to take advantage of seasonal game movements. BLD
Days 14/15
Ngorongoro Crater
Transfer to Ngorongoro Serena Lodge with breathtaking views of the crater 2,000 metres below. Home to over 25,000 animals, Ngorongoro Crater is an extinct volcanic caldera, often referred to as a ‘Garden of Eden’. On day 15 descend with a picnic lunch through the early morning mists into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full day safari down in the crater. BLD
Day 16
Tour ends Arusha
This morning transfer to Kilimanjaro airport stopping for lunch enroute in Arusha. Tour ends. BL
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Egypt Itineraries
Cairo to Aswan Cruise
Discover the wonders of the ancient Egyptians on this unique 15 day cruise aboard the Mövenpick Darakum.
The Nile In Style
Cruise in style aboard Sanctuary Retreats fleet of beautiful cruise boats, which bring legendary service and a boutique experience to the Nile River.
Alexandria
Founded by Alexander the Great in 332 BC, Alexandria was the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt for almost 1000 years.
Abu Simbel by Air
Situated 280 kilometres south of Aswan, the majestic Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel is the most impressive monument in Egypt.
Legends of the Nile
Unlock the mysteries of ancient Egypt on this fascinating tour that combines the cultural treasures of Cairo, Luxor and Aswan with a romantic cruise down the Nile.
Slowly Down The Nile
Explore the Nile in luxury on an unhurried cruise aboard the exclusive Oberoi Zahra. This is the ultimate Egyptian tour, allowing you to discover 5,000 years of Egyptian culture at a leisurely pace
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Dreams become reality on this comprehensive Tanzania safari, taking in the Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and the exotic island of Zanzibar.
Egypt & Jordan
Discover the mysteries of myth and religion on this fascinating tour that combines the ancient lands of Egypt and Jordan.
Nile Dahabiya Cruise
Return to the gracious era of turn of the century travel and cruise the Nile in style on board a traditional sailing boat called a dahabiya.
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Tanzania Itineraries
Best of Kenya and Tanzania
This safari combines the best wildlife experiences of Kenya and Tanzania, including the Samburu, Lake Nakuru, the Masai Mara and Serengeti.
Tanzania Bush and Beach
Marvel at the incredible diversity of Tanzania combining the exotic island of Zanzibar, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, both abundant in wildlife.
Tanzania Lodge Safari
Discover the world-famous parks of northern Tanzania, including beautiful Tarangire, the celebrated Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
Tanzania Overview
Why travel to Tanzania? Few places in the world can offer the immense diversity and quantity of game found in Tanzania, nor the ease of viewing it. Tanzania is also the arena for the great wildebeest and zebra migration and has some of Africa’s most stunning scenery.
When is the best time to view animals in Tanzania? The best time to visit is November to May when the wildebeest herds amass on the Serengeti’s southern plains. Feb/Mar is when the herds are calving. The dry season (Jun to Sep) is the best time to visit Tarangire and the Nyerere.
What is the culture of Tanzania?With some 120 tribes, Tanzania is culturally very diverse, with peoples ranging from the Nilotic Maasai to Hadza bushmen, the Makonde (famous for their wood carvings) and Swahili-speaking coast-dwellers, some descended from Arabs.
What is the climate in Tanzania? Much of the Serengeti is over 5,000 ft so temperatures vary between 22°- 29°C. It is generally sunny and windy, with rain falling between Nov – May as isolated showers. The low-lying Rift Valley is much hotter (30°-35°C), while the coast is hot and humid. The Ngorongoro Highlands can be cool to cold at night.
What can I combine with Tanzania? Kenya. Most visitors arrive via Nairobi in Kenya so it is easy to combine parks in the two countries. Kenya’s famous Masai Mara is an extension of the Serengeti and the wildebeest migration can be found here in September/October.
How to get to Tanzania? You can fly via Johannesburg in South Africa then north to Nairobi in Kenya. Or fly via the Middle East to Nairobi. We can organise road transfers from there to Arusha, the “safari capital” of northern Tanzania; alternatively, you can fly into Kilimanjaro Airport.
Do I need a Visa for Tanzania? Please call us on 1300 363 302 or visit or FAQ page
Do I need vaccinations for Tanzania? Please call us on 1300 363 302 or visit or FAQ page
