Libya - A Dream of Libya — Middle East and North Africa — Kuoni Travel Worldwide 2008 2nd Edition online holiday brochure

libya Perhaps one of the most stunning, historic and fascinating countries of archaeological wonder in the world. Libya remains relatively untouched, offering a more intrepid experience. The unspoiled rugged coastline and truly spectacular ruins are complemented by a breathtaking desert landscape. Please remember Libya is a dry country, so no alcohol may be bought or consumed in the country. TRIPOLI G LEPTIS-MAGNA G G TUNISIA SABRATHA G NALUT SUSA G G APOLLONIA G CYRENE G G QASR-LIBYA EGYPT BENGHAZI TURMISA G G QASR-AL-HAJJ G GHADAMES LIBYA G DESERT LAKES A DREAM OF LIBYA ALGERIA CHAD AL AWAYNAT G The arch of Marcus Aurelius in Tripoli Kuoni P L US OFFERS escorted A Dream of Libya is accompanied from Day 2 to Day 7 (to Day 11 for Ghadames extension) inclusive and Highlights from Tripoli from Day 2 to 4 by a local English speaking tour guide. The tour includes: � Accommodation and meals as per detailed itineraries � Transport/transfers � Sightseeing tours and entrance fees as per detailed itinerary a dream of libya Tripoli: 4 nights Benghazi: 1 night Susa: 2 nights Optional: Ghedames extension I Day 1 Sat Depart London Heathrow flying British Airways to Tripoli, arriving later the same day. Overnight Kabir Hotel (or similar first class hotel) for two nights. D. I Day 2 Sun Today enjoy a full day exploring Tripoli city, where Italian and Turkish colonial periods have left an eclectic and fascinating architecture. Visit the National Museum, housed inside the Sarayah Al-Hambra (or Red Castle), the Spanish Fortress, the Arch of Marcus Aurelius and the Old Town, known as the Medina, which has a very authentic air and features many historic mosque's and hammams (Turkish baths). B. I Day 3 Mon This morning visit the Roman city of Sabratha, approximately an hours drive from Tripoli. The city was built around the first and second centuries AD and is home to an array of ruins of temples, baths, mosaics and fountains. Afternoon transfer to Tripoli airport and fly to Benghazi, which is the second largest town in Libya and is on the stunning northern coastline. Dinner and overnight at Uzo Hotel. B,D. I Day 4 Tue Drive east to Tolmaytha, visit the Cistern, the Colonaded Palace and the site Museum. Drive through the Jabal Akhdar. Visit the delightful Qasr Libya Museum. Spend two nights at Hotel Manara in Susa. B,D. I Day 5 Wed Today visit the ruins of Cyrene, including stunning and colossal monuments such as the Temple's of Zeus and Apollo, the Great Baths and the theatre. Also visit the port Apollonia, which the Greeks established in the 7th Century. B. I Day 6 Thu Visit the Byzantine Churches at Lathrun and Ras Hilal. Return to Benghazi and fly to Tripoli, returning to the Kabir Hotel, or similar for two nights. B. I Day 7 Fri Enjoy a full day at Leptis Magna, the famous World Heritage Site, said to be the best preserved and intact Roman city in the world. There are many marvels here from the theatre, to the Hadrianic Baths, the Circus and the Museum. This city, sculpted from marble will take your breath away. B. I Day 8 Sat Transfer to Tripoli airport for your British Airways return flight to London Heathrow. B. extensions Combining Libya with other areas of North Africa can offer a diverse and exciting holiday. Please ask our sales team for any combination you like. We can be flexible as you are subject only to flight schedules. ghadames extension I Day 8 Sat Drive to the Nafusa Mountains southwest of Tripoli. Visit the granaries in Qasr el-Haj and Berber cliff-top village at Tormisa. Stay the night in the Dar Izman troglodyte-house in Ruhaybat. B,D. I Day 9 Sun This morning drive through villages in the Nafusa Mountains towards the Oasis town and World Heritage Site, Ghadames. Arrive early in the afternoon, check-in at your hotel and then embark on a 4x4 excursion to the sand dunes to witness the sunset. Overnight at the Jawharet Dar for two nights. B,D. I Day 10 Mon Today enjoy a visit of the magical town of Ghadames. This fascinating town, once named Pearl of the Desert, features an old covered city, which interconnects in every way to ensure shade from the sun. Visit the museum here and overnight. B,L. I Day 11 Tue Return to Tripoli by road, travelling via Nalut, an old Berber town built of rocks and clay on an escarpment and home to an ancient Qasr (castle) and Mosque Alala. Overnight at the Kabir Hotel, or similar for one night. B. I Day 12 Wed Transfer to Tripoli airport for your British Airways return flight to London Heathrow. B. fly free Fly free from many regional airports connecting to London with British Airways. See p10 for details. earlybird saver British Airways See p10 for details. Leptis Magna 240 Theatre in Sabratha Qasr Al Haj

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