Treasures of Tripoli and Cyrenaica

Discover the splendor of ancient cities and rich history in western and eastern Libya on an unforgettable journey.

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Tour Overview

Duration

8 Days / 7 Nights

Main Destinations

Tripoli, Benghazi, Shahhat (Cyrene), Apollonia, Leptis Magna, Sabratha

Meals

All meals included

Accommodation

Selected Hotels (4-5 Stars)

Embark on a captivating journey through Libya's historical and cultural treasures, exploring the most magnificent ancient cities in the Tripolitania and Cyrenaica regions. This comprehensive program promises an unforgettable adventure into the heart of history.

You'll discover well-preserved Roman and Phoenician cities like Leptis Magna and Sabratha, and delve deep into Greek civilization in Cyrene (Shahhat) and Apollonia. This tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich heritage, ancient architecture, and authentic Libyan hospitality.

Detailed Itinerary

01

Arrival in Tripoli / Domestic Flight to Benghazi

Your journey begins with your arrival at Mitiga International Airport in Tripoli. After reception and assistance with procedures, we'll stop for lunch. In the evening, we'll depart on a domestic flight to Benghazi. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in and dinner.

  • Arrival: Mitiga International Airport (Tripoli)
  • Flights: Tripoli - Benghazi (Domestic)
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Benghazi
  • Meals: Lunch, Dinner
02

Benghazi / Tocra / Ptolemais / Shahhat (Cyrene)

After breakfast, we head east to visit Tocra, the ancient Christian city, exploring its walls, baths, and fortress. Then we continue to Ptolemais to visit its market, theater, villas, Arch of Constantine, and museum, with lunch en route. We arrive in Shahhat for dinner and overnight stay.

  • Visits: Tocra (Walls, Baths, Fortress), Ptolemais (Market, Theater, Villas, Arch of Constantine, Museum)
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Shahhat
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
03

Shahhat / Apollonia / Shahhat

A day dedicated to exploring the archaeological treasures of Shahhat (Cyrene). We'll visit the Temple of Zeus, the Agora, the Greek Theater, the Baths, the Villas, and the Necropolis. After lunch, we head to Apollonia, the ancient port of Cyrene, to see its submerged ruins and Byzantine churches. We return to Shahhat for dinner and rest.

  • Visits: Shahhat (Temple of Zeus, Agora, Greek Theater, Baths, Villas, Necropolis), Apollonia (Submerged ruins, Byzantine Churches)
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Shahhat
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
04

Shahhat / Ras Al Hilal / Athrun / Slonta / Qasr Libya / Benghazi

We continue our journey through the Green Mountain, stopping at Ras Al Hilal, Athrun (to visit its Byzantine church), and Slonta. We visit Qasr Libya and its museum famous for Byzantine mosaics. We return to Benghazi in the evening for dinner and overnight stay, with lunch en route.

  • Visits: Ras Al Hilal, Athrun (Byzantine Church), Slonta, Qasr Libya and its Museum
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Benghazi
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
05

Benghazi / Flight to Tripoli / Old City Tour

After breakfast, we transfer to Benghazi Airport for a domestic flight to Tripoli. Upon arrival, we'll head to our hotel for check-in and lunch. In the afternoon, we'll take a guided tour of Tripoli's Old City, exploring its vibrant souqs, mosques, the Arch of Marcus Aurelius, and the National Museum. Dinner at a traditional restaurant and overnight stay in Tripoli.

  • Flights: Benghazi - Tripoli (Domestic)
  • Visits: Tripoli Old City (Souqs, Mosques, Arch of Marcus Aurelius, National Museum)
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Tripoli
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
06

Tripoli / Leptis Magna / Tripoli

Today is dedicated to a trip to Leptis Magna, one of the most magnificent preserved Roman cities. We'll take a comprehensive tour of the archaeological site, including the Forum, Basilica, Market, Baths, Port, and Arch of Septimius Severus. Lunch will be at the site. We return to Tripoli in the afternoon for dinner and overnight stay.

  • Visits: Leptis Magna Archaeological Site (Forum, Basilica, Market, Baths, Port, Arch of Septimius Severus)
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Tripoli
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
07

Tripoli / Sabratha / Tripoli

We embark on a trip to Sabratha, the coastal Phoenician and Roman city. We'll explore its famous Roman theater, Forum, Baths, Byzantine Basilica, and tombs. Lunch at the site or a nearby restaurant. Return to Tripoli in the afternoon for free time or a stroll, then a special farewell dinner.

  • Visits: Sabratha Archaeological Site (Roman Theater, Forum, Baths, Byzantine Basilica, Tombs)
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Tripoli
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Farewell Dinner
08

Tripoli / Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, you'll be transferred to Mitiga International Airport in Tripoli for assistance with departure procedures and your flight back home, filled with unforgettable memories of Libya's treasures.

  • Departure: Mitiga International Airport (Tripoli)
  • Meals: Breakfast

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