Oasis Caravan - Istanbul to Cairo & v.v. tour recommendation

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This trip is an excellent way to see the best parts of the middle east through Egypt, Jordan, Syria and Turkey in just 5 weeks. You have enough time to go through each city/town/village and see all the places of interest and have a range of optional extras to choose from that you can work into your schedule.

The highlights of the trip were many, but sailing the nile on feluccas, diving in dahab, 4x4 safari in Wadi Rum, hot air ballooning in Goreme, rambling through Petra, visiting the Gallipoli beaches and just simply camping in the desert certainly topped the list.

If you're don't think you can handle the overlanding experience of camping under the stars, digging your own toilet with a spade when nature calls, or going without a shower for a couple of days then don't bother with a trip like this. But if you can handle it, then your in for one great experience! You'll also probably decide to do an even longer trip like this through Africa or South America , which is handy because your tour leaders will most probably have done other such tours through these areas and can give you heaps of advice.

Most people on the trip were from England, Australia or NZ, tended to be 20 to 30 y.o.a. with an interest in history, culture and places a little out of the ordinary rather than those looking the package party atmosphere.
So, if you want to see a vastly different yet vibrant culture with timeless history whilst enjoying hassle free accommodation and transport while travelling with like minded people then jump on board!
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Destinations visited by this tour Palmyra Komombo Cairo Luxor Aswan Edfu Valley of the Kings Dahab Dimashq (Damascus) Wadi Rum Halab (Aleppo) Petra Cappadocia Olympos Pamukkale Ephesus Troy Gallipoli Istanbul
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Written: 29 Aug 2007
Approx travel date: 31 Aug 2006
Operator: Oasis Overland
Tour Name: Oasis Caravan - Istanbul to Cairo & v.v.
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