Luxor, Valley of the Kings and beyond.
Egypt, linking Northeast Africa with the Middle East is a treasure trove of ancient civilisations. Like Mesopotamia it was the site of one of the World’s earliest urban and literate societies. Egypt’s strategic location has always made it a trade hub between Europe, Africa and further afield and with the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 this role continued to increase.
Cloudcruising Africa, Day 4 to 6
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Day 4 | Luxor
After breakfast we transfer back to Sphinx airport for the flight to Luxor. Following the flow of the Nile River we arrive in Luxor after lunch. Upon arrival in Luxor leave your laundry in the specially provided bags and they will be available upon your reboarding tomorrow.
Stay at the thee Sofitel Winter Palace Hotel for 1 night.
Dinner this evening is a sun and light show over the ruins of the Valley of the Kings.
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Day 5 | Valley of the Kings, on to Ethiopia
Exploration of the Valley of the Kings, guided by our Egyptologist who has travelled with us from Cairo. Enjoy a local authentic lunch before re-boarding and flying to Lalibela. During our flight south we might see the incredible and little visited pyramids of North Sudan.
Dinner on-board.
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Day 6 | Lalibela | Ethiopia
Arriving at Lalibela, met by a local expert to explore to Coptic churches Lalibela is famous for. After a lunch and flying over the churches offering an incredible view, we join the Airlander for our flight to Tanzania and Kilimanjaro Africa’s highest Mountain.
Continue your Journey, Day 7-9