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What's it all about?
This tour invites you to explore the treasures of this North African gem, where ancient civilizations and modern influences converge.
Libya has been mired in civil strife since the fall of Gaddafi in 2011. Recently, however, the country is experiencing relative stability and with the introduction of a tourist e-visa, it’s never been easier to join one of our Libya tours.
Libya has the potential to become one of Africa’s and the Sahara’s great travel
destinations. It possesses some of the best-preserved ancient Roman ruins, picturesque oases, lost Saharan cities and the largest sand dunes in the world.
Join us as we unveil the secrets of Libya, a land where the echoes of ancient civilizations resonate in the wind and the warm hospitality of its people invites you to become part of its rich narrative.
We’re also running a once in a lifetime Algeria Total Solar Eclipse Tour directly following this trip. Spaces are limited so enquire today!
Where?
Tripoli – Jabel Nafusa – Leptis Magna – Sabratha – Tripoli
When?
July 23 – 27th, 2027
Visa?
We will apply for your e-visa on your behalf. This is included in the price.
The Itinerary
July 23rd | Day 1 - Tripoli
- Morning arrival into Tripoli. Airport transfer to our central city hotel.
- Tripoli city tour – Visit the 19th-century Ottoman Clock Tower.
- Explore the bustling souks of the old Medina.
- See the Arch of Marcus Aurelius – built in 163 AD, the triumphal arch of Marcus Aurelius is Tripoli’s most iconic monument. It was the centre point of the old Roman city.
- Visit Martyrs’ Square – formally known as Independence Square under Colonel Gaddafi. It’s the centre of the newer Italian-built area of the city.
July 24th | Day 2 - Jabel Nafusa | Tripoli
- After breakfast, we drive south of Tripoli to the rocky mountains of Jebel Nafusa. The mountain rises abruptly from the desert plain of Jefara to a height of over 750 meters. The mountains are awe-inspiring. Jebal Nafusa is the heartland of the Berber people of Libya.
- Visit the magnificent 12th-century fortified granary of Qasr al-Haj.
- This intriguing structure
stores the harvests of the semi-nomadic people just as it has been for many centuries. - Continue to an old deserted village of Tamzin. Our final stop is Gaser Nalut before returning to Tripoli.
July 25th | Day 3 - Leptis Magna
- Today we will visit Leptis Magna, one of the greatest ancient sites in the world. In its heyday during the reign of Libyan Emperor Septimius Severus, it was second only to Rome and housed over 100,000 people. This vast city remained buried for some 1300 years, and it was not until the 1920s that a major excavation by Italian and Libyan archaeologists revealed the limestone and marble wonders that we explore today.
- Lunch nearby.
- After extensively exploring the site, we return to Tripoli.
- Walk along the newly opened Tripoli corniche!
- Dinner, shisha and overnight in Tripoli.
July 26th | Day 4 - Sabratha
- Early drive northwest to Sabratha – one of the most important historical sites in Libya. The city dates back to 500 BC and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Phoenicians and Romans previously used it as a seaport.
- Visit the Sabratha Theatre – dating back to 175CE. Explore the amphitheatre where duals took place in front of a crowd of up to 10,000 spectators.
- Drive back to Tripoli
- Explore more of Tripoli’s old town and visit sights we might have previously missed.
- Dinner overlooking the port and overnight in Tripoli.
- If continuing onto the Algeria Total Solar Eclipse Tour catch the late flight to Tunis before transiting onto Algiers.
July 27th | Day 5 - Departure
- Transfer to the airport
- End of Libya tour.
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What else?
Tour Notes
You’ll be in the vastly experienced hands of our English-speaking local guides & fixer as well as your Rocky Road Travel guide. Given the unpredictable nature of travelling in Libya, the itinerary may change slightly, but we will always go above and beyond with added extras where possible.
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July 23 - 27th, 2027
Libya Tour
start & finish in Mitiga, Tripoli
Fly in and out of Mitiga Airport.
Standard hotels
4 nights in Libya
The price
€1790