Discover Sudan

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  • duration 12 days
  • tour type Small group
  • age requirement 16-95 yrs
  • max group size 16
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-22009
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Khartoum, Sudan
  • Ends Khartoum, Sudan
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Discover the amazing Pharaonic architecture of northern Sudan - there's more pyramids here than in Egypt.
  • Get off the beaten track in this little visited tourist destination.
  • Enjoy Nubian hospitality as guests in the village of Soleb.
The "Discover Sudan" tour starts and ends in Khartoum. It is an active and outdoor trip that takes 12 days taking you through Tombos, Karima, Merowe and 7 other destinations in Sudan. "Discover Sudan" is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Travel through the scenic Nile Valley and into the desert on this trip to discover Sudan, home to some of the friendliest people on the planet. Explore well-preserved sandstone temples, pharaonic and the pyramids of the Royal Necropolis of Meroe.



Temples & Pyramids - Discover the ancient architecture of northern Sudan, home to more pyramids than Egypt

Nubian hospitality - Enjoy a traditional welcome as guests in the village of Soleb

Desert landscapes - Camp under a starlit sky and follow in the footsteps of the nomadic Bishari tribe
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Join trip in Khartoum
  • Day 2 : Full day city tour including the souk in Omdurman; late afternoon attend a Nuba wrestling match
  • Day 3 : Visit of Coptic Christian Temples at Old Dongola
  • Day 4 : Temple of Soleb and overnight stay in Nubian house
  • Day 5 : Visit the Temple of Sesibi, experience Sudanese hospitality
  • Day 6 : Exploring the mud temple Defuffas of Kerma
  • Day 7 : Petrified forest and sunset trip to Jebel Barkal
  • Day 8 : Nile cruise and afternoon visit of the Pyramids of Nuri
  • Day 9 : Driving through the Bayuda Desert, overnight at the Atrun Crater
  • Day 10 : Explore the Royal Necropolis and the Royal City of Meroe
  • Day 11 : Visit temples of Naga, return to Khartoum and see Whirling Dervishes
  • Day 12 : Trip ends in Khartoum
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • Assaha Village Hotel (3 nights)
  • Old Dongola Wild Camp (1 night)
  • Soleb Nubian House (1 night)
  • Tombois Pre Set Camp (1 night)
  • Karima Nubian Rest House (3 nights)
  • Wild Camp (1 night)
  • Meroe Tented Camp (1 night)
Meals
  • 11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 8 Dinners
Transport
  • Driver(s)
  • 4WD
  • Boat
Guide
  • Explore Tour Leader
Others
  • Cook
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to/from Khartoum are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Discover Sudan tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 1 review
  • Victoria
  • On Jan 21 2020
5 - Excellent
Excellent
The trip notes for day 1 are not current; one museum is closed and has been for a while as such we ended up visiting places I had already seen on my own. If I had know I could have gone to different places on my first couple of... Read more
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Discover Sudan tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 30 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 30 May 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Discover Sudan tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Discover Sudan tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR)  within 72 hours of departure.
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