Holidays in North Africa with International Destinations and Insight Vacations

Egypt

The Land of the Nile

“It was a sight surpassing all precedent, and one we never dreamed of seeing.” – Howard Carter said as he uncovered the treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings. You will see them!!

International Destinations suggests a minimum of seven nights in Egypt. We can design any type of touring for you.

Some of our suggested must sees are:
The Nile – sail the lifeblood of Egypt on a three, four or six night cruise boat. An Egyptologist aboard will regale stories of Egypt's long past whilst you visit magnificent temples and ancient sites. The boat plies between Luxor and Aswan.
Cairo – bustling! By private vehicle and guide you must visit the Egyptian Museum and Giza Plateau with the towering pyramids and majestic Sphinx.
Abu Simbel – absolutely marvelous! You will be astounded at the engineering feat involved in moving this temple.
Alexandria – on the Mediterranean shore is so different from Cairo with a Greek and French feel.

International Destinations can also prepare a specially designed itinerary to suit your needs, time frame and standard of touring.

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Morocco
Medinas, Kasbahs & Cous Cous

Morocco (apart from Egypt) is the best known and visited country in North Africa. International Destinations offers a wide choice of accommodation from budget to five star hotels. Choose to stay in a riad, usually located in the historical city centres, and in the medinas of Fez, Marrakech and Essaouira. They are ancient palaces and private residences that once belonged to Sultan princes, rich and noble families. Today they are transformed into luxurious and exotic boutique hotels.

For a desert experience stay overnight in a deluxe Bedouin Camp on the edge of the Sahara, ride a camel over the sands to see the splendid sunrise or sunsets.

Spend time in Marrakech or drive through the Atlas Mountains to explore Ouarzazate, a major location for international films. Visit the Kasbahs of Taourirt and Tifoultout and the spectacular fortified village of Ait Benhaddou, a World Heritage site.

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Tunisia
Land of Carthage, Romans & Legends

Very popular with European and British travellers, especially the French, whose colony it used to be, Tunisia is little known to most Australian travellers. Now reached directly from Australia by Emirates airlines. This beautiful, exciting country offers a huge choice for the visitor. Superb hotels, modern and traditional, make sure there is luxury and comfort even in desert areas.

Tunis is the “Paris” of North Africa, with its wide boulevards, outdoor coffee shops, and modern European shops so near to the Medina. It features narrow lanes filled with stalls & shops offering local handicrafts, jewellery and exotic spices. See the well preserved Roman Aquaduct and the famous Bardo museum which holds some of the world's finest mosaics.

From ancient Carthage just outside Tunis to the fine Colosseum at El Jem, superb Roman sites such as Dougga, Bulla Regis, Thuburbo Majus and Sbeitla compete with the harsh beauty of the Schott el Jerid (Salt Lake), Troglodite Village of Matmata (Star Wars fame) and the natural beauty of the fine Gorges and palm tree oases of Tamerza & Mides. Talk to International destinations now

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Libya
North African Jewel

A marvellous, old fashioned friendly country, these days open to Australian visitors. Visas are easy to obtain in Australia prior to travel, a real bonus! Libya represents the crossroads of history. Here we find some of the greatest Mediterranean Roman and Greek ancient cities – Sabratha, Cyrene and, above all, Leptis Magna – absolutely the best Roman site on the North African continent .

Tripoli, with its Turkish and Italian influences is a city of elegant facades often called “White Bride of the Mediterranean”. Cosmopolitan , traditional, a charming and busy city, it has an excellent museum with exhibits which include an cient rock carvings from the Sahara to Greek and Roman treasures. For Australians the well preserved WWII sites at Benghazi and Tripoli are a must visit.

Libya's share of the Sahara Desert covers almost 90% of the country. On the desert lays the oasis town of Ghadames of Berber and Touareg Tribes.

All touring is on a private basis and International Destinations can tailor make to your needs.

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Algeria
Surprising and Undiscovered!

Algeria the second largest country in Africa, is becoming a popular tourist destination in North Africa. Bordering Morocco, Mali, Libya, Tunisia, Niger, the Mediterranean Sea and the Western Sahara, the country is home to a fabulous and diverse landscape.

Algeria has a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Hammadid empires' first capital city, the breathtaking citadel the Kasbah of Algiers, the town of Tipasa and, perhaps the most well known, the Roman ruins of Timgad. The ancient city lies on the northern slopes of the Aurès Mountains and was created as a military colony by the Emperor Trajan in A.D. 100.

Excellent hotels and tourism infrastructures are in place in Algeria. From spectacular ancient sites to breathtaking natural wonders, Algeria has something for everyone and is a country that should be explored.

International Destinations can also prepare a specially designed itinerary to suit your needs, time frame and standard of touring.

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Insight Vacations - The Art of
Touring Morocco in Style

From the labyrinths of the imperial cities of Meknes, Fez and Marrakesh, the gorges and oases of the High Atlas Mountains, to the vast solitude of the Saharan Desert, uncover the natural beauty, fascinating culture and unique experiences of Morocco with Insight Vacations.

Insights' 9 day Moroccan Elegance, offers guests a traditional taste of Morocco with luxurious Riad stays in both Fez and Marrakesh, typically featuring a central courtyard dotted with exotic flowers, shady trees, flowing fountains and opulent rooms.

All Insight's escorted tours include premium highlights worth hundreds of dollars, ensuring your holiday budget goes further. With so many included meals, quality hotels and sightseeing experiences, you'll be astounded at the value of an Insight holiday.

The exceptional quality, unrivalled value and impeccable service provided by Insight Vacations will create holiday memories that last a lifetime.

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