Ancient Sudan Experience
8 days
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Small Group Tour
What a shame that when many people think of the world’s great archaeological sites and ruins, so few consider North Africa. Discover the remnants of great empires among the desert, from the Nubian pyramids and tombs etched with Meroitic symbols to the 3300-year-old temple at the foot of Jebel Barkal. Experience powerful history in museums, ancient cities and ...
Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Highlights
- See the pyramids of the royal necropolis of meroe rising from undulating dunes, then spend the night at a furnished, permanent camp in view of these nubian wonders.
- Get a glimpse of life in the time of the pharaohs in naga’s temple complex, marvelling at the detail still visible in etchings carved almost 2000 years ago.
- Watch a unique sudanese form of wrestling called nuba in a match at a small stadium, mingling with local spectators as two young men grapple and battle with sticks.
- Connect with sudanese locals throughout your journey, from a unique rest stop with a family who live in the bayuda desert to a traditional henna ceremony.
- Watch an incredible display of faith and celebration as whirling dervishes from the sufi community twirl, dance and worship outside the tomb of hamed el-nil at sunset.
What's this trip about?
What a shame that when many people think of the world’s great archaeological sites and ruins, so few consider North Africa. Discover the remnants of great empires among the desert, from the Nubian pyramids and tombs etched with Meroitic symbols to the 3300-year-old temple at the foot of Jebel Barkal. Experience powerful history in museums, ancient cities and necropolises, and encounter modern Sudan in souks, chai houses and perhaps a Bisharin nomad camp. Along the way, be awed by the welcome and hospitality of the Sudanese people.
Details
Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityKhartoum
End CityKhartoum
Travel Themes
Destinations
Attractions
Activities
Itinerary
Day 1 Khartoum
Welcome to Khartoum, the capital of Sudan. Your adventure begins at 6 pm during a welcome meeting at your hotel. Tomorrow you’ll enjoy a full day tour, so perhaps for today simply settle in to your accommodation and get to know your fellow travellers.
Day 2 Khartoum
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then embark on a tour of Khartoum. Our first stop is the National Museum of Sudan, which houses – among other things – ancient Egyptian temples relocated from Lake Nasser and arranged in the museum’s gardens. Continue to Omdurman via the ...
Day 3 Old Dongola / Karima
Breakfast early then begin the 6-hour journey northward over flat desert, crossing the dry water channel Wadi Muqaddam. Along the way, make strategic rest stops at ‘chai houses’ – essentially the Sudanese version of a truck stop – for snacks and drinks. Arrive in deserte...
Day 4 Jebel Barkal / El Kurru / Karima
Prepare for a full day of exploring various archaeological sites. First visit the World Heritage-listed archaeological sites that surround sacred Jebel Barkal. See the temples, large and small, that lie beneath Jebel Barkal, as well as sculpted rams and pillars that rema...
Day 5 Nuri / Meroe
This morning cross the Nile for a brief visit to Nuri, where more than 20 ancient Nubian pyramids remain. Continue into the Bayuda Desert, where sharp black basalt mountains, most of them volcanic and cone-shaped, spring from the valleys. Make a unique rest stop en route...
Day 6 Meroe
In the morning visit the pyramids of the necropolis, exploring the structures among the sand dunes. Each pyramid has an attached funerary chapel and many of the original bas-reliefs that decorate the walls are still visible. Enjoy lunch at your camp, and in the afternoon...
Day 7 Mussawarat / Naga / Khartoum
Eat breakfast at camp and then drive south to Mussawarat, located in a valley nestled in the hills. Here you’ll have the chance to see a temple complex that includes structures first built in AD100. See temple walls covered in Meroitic script, Greek and images of animals...
Day 8 Khartoum
Your Ancient Sudan Experience comes to an end today after breakfast.
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Price From $3,825
Price per day$478
Last Updated: 3/18/2020
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Logistics
Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights),Permanent Tented Camp (2 nights),
Transportation & Flights
Private 4x4 vehicles,Private Vehicle,
Transportation & flights
Private 4x4 vehicles,Private Vehicle
Guides
On this trip you will have the services of a Peregrine trip leader, a driver, and specialised tour guides during some of the city and historical site tours.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. We require that, at a minimum, you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.
When travelling on a trip, you won't be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance and the insurance company's 24 hour emergency contact number has been seen by your leader.
If you have credit card insurance your group leader will require details of the participating insurer/underwriter, the level of coverage, policy number and emergency contact number rather than the bank's name and credit card details. Please contact your bank for these details prior to arriving in-country.
Visa requirements
PASSPORT
As a general rule most countries expect that your passport has a minimum of 6 months validity remaining. Please ensure the name on your passport matches the name on your booking and airline tickets. Your passport details are required to complete your booking. Your consultant will contact you when this is required. Take a copy of the main passport pages and other important documents with you, and leave another copy at home with family or friends.
VISAS
Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Your consultant will also be happy to point you in the right direction with acquiring visas. Visas can take several weeks to process, so familiarise yourself with any requirements as soon as you have booked your trip to allow for processing time.
SUDAN:
All nationalities (except Egyptians, over 45 years old) must have a valid tourist visa to enter Sudan.
VISA ON ARRIVAL
You must pre book an arrival transfer with us to gain your visa on arrival. This is because our local representative will there to provide the original landing permit.
Please provide us with a scanned copy of your passport at least 2 months prior to the start of your trip. The passport should have minimum 6 months validity, 2 free consecutive pages and NO Israel visa or stamp).
We will then send a scan copy of the landing permits you will require. You must print out and show it when checking in for the Khartoum flight. Failing to print and show the landing permit will deny you access to the flight. On arrival you will receive the original and have the visa sticker placed in the passport.
The cost for visa on arrival is 235 USD for NON US citizens or 285 USD for US citizens. This amount includes a service fee for arrangements of the landing permit. This to be paid cash locally to the customs officer.
VISA THROUGH THE EMBASSY
Please provide uswith a scanned copy of your passport at least 2 months prior to the start of your trip. The passport should have minimum 6 months validity, 2 free consecutive pages and NO Israel visa or stamp). We will then provide you with an invitation letter. With this document it is possible to apply for the visa directly at the Sudanese Embassy. Costs vary dependent on the embassy.
Health & Safety
FIRE PRECAUTIONS
Please be aware that local laws governing tourism facilities in this region differ from those in your home country and not all the accommodation which we use has a fire exit, fire extinguishers or smoke alarms.
BALCONIES
Some hotel balconies don't meet western standards in terms of the width of the balcony fence being narrower than 10cm.
TRAFFIC AND DRIVING ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE ROAD
Depending on where you come from please note that drivers in this part of the world may drive on the opposite side of the road from what you are used to. Look both ways before crossing any road. Traffic can be a little more chaotic than you might be used to at home. Be aware!
SEAT BELTS
Please be aware that local laws governing transportation safety may differ from those in your home country and not all the transport which we use is able to provide seat belts.
PICK POCKETING & PERSONAL SAFETY
While travelling there is always the risk of pick-pocketing and petty theft, particularly in the more touristy cities. We recommend that you exercise caution when walking at night and encourage you to walk in groups and only on main, well-lit thoroughfares. Be particularly vigilant on public transport. Simple measures like carrying your day pack on your front, not hanging your bag over the back of your chair or on the floor and wearing a money belt will reduce any chance that your valuables should go missing.
WATER SAFETY
Please take care when taking part in any activities in the ocean, river or open water, where waves and currents can be unpredictable. It's expected that anyone taking part in water activities is able to swim and have experience in open water. All swimmers should seek local advice before entering the water.
TRAVEL ADVICE & TRAVEL INSURANCE
We recommend that you check your government's advice in relation to the areas you will be visiting for their latest travel information before departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas your itinerary covers. Many national governments provide a regularly updated advice service on safety issues involved with international travel. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest travel information before departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas your itinerary covers. Please refer to our website's travel alerts page for links to major travel advisories and updates on safety issues affecting our trip.
PERSONAL BELONGINGS:
We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe-keeping of your passport, air tickets, cash and other valuable items. Leave your valuable jewellery at home - you won't need it while travelling. Many of our hotels have safety deposit boxes, which is the most secure way of storing your valuables. A lock is recommended for securing your luggage.
FREE TIME:
Your leader will accompany you on all included activities, however during your trip you'll have some free time to pursue your own interests, relax and take it easy or explore at your leisure. Please use your own good judgement when selecting an activity in your free time. Please also note that your group leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if it's deemed necessary due to safety concerns.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Finish point Grand Holiday Villa Hotel Nile Street Khartoum SUDAN Phone: +249 18 377 4039
Trip ID
peregrine-PFSD
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