Nairobi to Cairo Overview

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    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $5,380
      CAD $5,410
      AUD $5,230
      EUR €4,190
      GBP £3,260
      NZD $6,700
      ZAR R41,805
      CHF FR4,850
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $1,680
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $7,060*
      CAD $7,041*
      AUD $6,837*
      EUR €5,362*
      GBP £4,284*
      NZD $8,716*
      ZAR R53,489*
      CHF FR6,178*
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Trip Validity

  • 2012-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Tour Kenya, Ethiopia, Sudan and Egypt on a trip from Nairobi to Cairo.

Travel to Africa and embark on a grand adventure across Africa's north-east from Nairobi to Cairo. From the rolling savanna and lush highlands of Kenya, through the Horn of Africa's deserts and mountains, to the marvels of ancient Egypt and Nubia, this is an amazing journey you won't soon forget. Along the way, encounter lively Sudanese market vendors, Ethiopian Rastafarians, friendly Nubian oasis dwellers, Kenya's proud Samburu warriors and the rarely visited tribes of the Omo Valley. See ancient temples, churches and monasteries; spy rare members of the animal kingdom; and be immersed in the traditions, language, cuisine and culture of each new destination. This is a memorable Overland tour through Kenya, Ethiopia, Sudan and Egypt.

  • Camp beneath a starry desert sky
  • Discover Gonder's ornate castles and palaces
  • Get to know modern Egypt in chaotic Cairo
  • Marvel at Lalibela's dramatic rock-hewn churches
  • See golden treasures in the Egyptian Museum
  • Taste spicy Ethiopian delicacies in Addis Ababa
  • Travel to Kenya and visit the flamingo-filled expanse of Lake Nakuru
  • Visit Ethiopia and meet the tribespeople of the Omo Valley

Nairobi to Cairo Summary

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Days 57-59 Luxor

The ancient Egyptian capital of Luxor houses spectacular temples and tombs. Ride a donkey to the remarkable Valley of the Kings and visit the Temples of Karnak with an Egyptologist.

Day 60 El Kharga Oasis

Drive through endless dessert scenery to reach El Kharga Oasis. There are many sites of antiquity to explore, more notably the Temple of Hebes and the Bagawaat Necropolis. Perhaps take a camel ride around the oasis or explore the springs close by. Camp under a sea of stars.

Days 61-62 Dakhla Oasis

Perhaps head out on an overnight camel safari to camp by hot springs or explore the palm groves and Coptic antiquities at the Dakhla Oasis.

Day 63 White Desert Bush Camp

Relax in the morning or further explore the area before heading to the White Desert bush camp for another glorious night sleeping under the star-filled skies.

Day 64 Bahariya Oasis

Spend the day exploring the White and Black deserts, visiting Crystal Mountain and discovering the gold mummies that are housed in the fascinating museum here.

Day 65 Egyptian Coast Bush Camp/El Alamein

Head for the sparkling Egyptian coast, stopping via the famous WWII battleground of El Alamein. Reflect on the tragic toll of the Western Desert campaign before setting up camp for the night.

Days 66-67 Siwa Oasis

Head south, across Egypt's Western desert and into Siwa - an area famous for its delicious olives and dates. Enjoy a Bedoouin meal and embark on a desert safari, or perhaps stick around in Siwa and explore the maze-like ruins of Shali - the mud brick fort which overlooks the town.

Days 68-69 Alexandria

Head to Egypt's second largest city, the ancient port of Alexandria. As the ancient capital of Egypt's last royal dynasty, there is no shortage of history here to be explored. Perhaps check out the Roman Amphitheatre and Catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa, and be sure to feast on some of Alexandria's renowned seafood.

Days 70-72 Cairo

Explore the iconic Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza and the sprawling Saqqara cemetery with a local guide. There's also time to see precious, ancient treasures housed in the Egyptian Museum. Celebrate the end of a remarkable trip by exploring the markets in Cairo and picking up souvenirs.

What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Nairobi, Kenya
  • Finish:

    Cairo, Egypt
  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 21
  • Ages:

    Min 18
  • Meals:

    All meals when camping
  • Accommodation:

    Bush camp (no facilities) (15 nts), Camp site (1 nt), Camping (with basic facilities) (1 nt), Camping (with facilities) (18 nts), Guesthouse (2 nts), Hotel (28 nts), Lodge (3 nts), Overnight ferry (1 nt)
  • Transport:

    Ferry, Overland vehicle
  • Included activities:

    1/2 Day Lake Tana reed boat trip, Awassa Children's Project, Castle Complex and Fasilidas' Bath, Church of Debre Berhan Sellassie, Dairy farm visit, Driving and game excursions, Elsamere Conservation Centre, Entrance Blue Nile Falls, Entrance Golden Mummies Museum, Entrance Simien Mountains National Park, Game Drive, Lake Nakuru National Park, Guided excursions to tribal markets and villages, Guided tour of Aksum, Guided tour of Gonder, Guided tour of Karnak Temple, Guided tour of rock churches, monastery & visit to local school at Lalibela, Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Guided trip to Meroe Pyramids, Naqa Temple and Musawwarat Temples, Guided visit of Lake Abiyata, Guided visit to the Giza Pyramids, Guided visit to Valley of the Kings and other West Bank ruins, Konso Market, Kushite temples and pyramids at Jebel Barkal, Palace and church ruins, Samburu - Game Drive, Samburu community activities, Simien Mountains trek (2 days), Tigray Rock-hewn Churches, Ura Kidane Mereth Monastery and Kebran Gabriel M KChurch, Visit to Samburu tribal community and cultural project, Visit to Temple of Sulb, Visits to Crystal Mountain and Black Desert, War cemeteries and museum

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    2089kg pp per trip
  • Notes:

    1. Please note that in order to confirm your booking on this trip we will require a scanned copy of your passport at time of booking.
    2. Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Trip price from

    USD $5,380
    CAD $5,410
    AUD $5,230
    EUR €4,190
    GBP £3,260
    NZD $6,700
    ZAR R41,805
    CHF FR4,850
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    Kitty

    USD $1,680
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  • Total price from

    USD $7,060*
    CAD $7,041*
    AUD $6,837*
    EUR €5,362*
    GBP £4,284*
    NZD $8,716*
    ZAR R53,489*
    CHF FR6,178*
    *
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  • ‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.
  • Per day from:

    USD $98
    CAD $97
    AUD $94
    EUR €74
    GBP £59
    NZD $121
    ZAR R742
    CHF FR85
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About Egypt , Ethiopia , Kenya , Sudan

    • 72
    • YDOAC
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $5,380
      CAD $5,410
      AUD $5,230
      EUR €4,190
      GBP £3,260
      NZD $6,700
      ZAR R41,805
      CHF FR4,850
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $1,680
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $7,060*
      CAD $7,041*
      AUD $6,837*
      EUR €5,362*
      GBP £4,284*
      NZD $8,716*
      ZAR R53,489*
      CHF FR6,178*
      *
    •  
       
       
       
       
    •  
       
       
       
       
    • Overland, Wildlife
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‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.