60 days in Africa Itinerary

Luxor is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Temple of Karnak, relax and rejuvenate at The Spa at Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa, take in the spiritual surroundings of Medinet Habu, and delve into the distant past at Tomb of Ay.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Luxor is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Dubai to Luxor due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Dubai in February, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Luxor, with lows of 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Giza.

Get out of town with these interesting Giza side-trips: Saqqara (Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids & Memphis and Sakkara). There's much more to do: pause for some photo ops at Great Sphinx, walk around Al-Azhar Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and explore the galleries of Ramses Wissa Wassef Art Centre.

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Traveling by flight from Luxor to Giza takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Luxor in February, you will find days in Giza are a bit cooler (25°C), and nights are about the same (13°C). Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Mon) to allow time for the flight to Marrakech.

Spend the 15th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Majorelle, soak in style at Turkish baths, stroll the grounds of Saadian Tombs, and steep yourself in history at Ben Youssef Madrasa.

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You can fly from Giza to Marrakech in 10 hours. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Giza to Marrakech due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Giza in February, plan for little chillier nights in Marrakech, with lows around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) early enough to fly to Cape Town.

Cape Town is known for nature, sightseeing, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore and take pictures at Cape Point, take in nature's colorful creations at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Two Oceans Aquarium, and go for a stroll along the water at Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

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Traveling by flight from Marrakech to Cape Town takes 21.5 hours. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time to South Africa Standard Time, which is usually a 2 hour difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Marrakech in February, with highs in Cape Town at 32°C and lows at 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to fly to Nelspruit.

Venture out of the city with trips to Hazyview (Elephant Whispers, Seronera Crocodile Farm, &more), Kruger National Park (Nkuhlu Picnic Site, AM Spa Kruger, &more) and Idube Game Reserve (in Sabi Sand Game Reserve). There's more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Pumbaa Wildpark And Accommodation.

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Traveling by flight from Cape Town to Nelspruit takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Cape Town in February, Nelspruit is a bit warmer at night with lows of 32°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can drive to Hoedspruit.

Venture out of the city with trips to Amarula Lapa (in Phalaborwa) and Kruger National Park (Wolhuter Wilderness Trail, Sweni Wilderness Trail, &more). And it doesn't end there: take an exotic tour of a safari tour, explore the galleries of iNyoka Art Gallery, get some fabulous bargains at Godding & Godding, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

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Getting from Nelspruit to Hoedspruit by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of flight and taxi. In March, daily temperatures in Hoedspruit can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) early enough to fly to Johannesburg.

Change things up with these side-trips from Johannesburg: The Cradle of Humankind (in Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site) and Ukutula Conservation Center (in Brits). Spend the 9th (Sat) trying your luck at Gold Reef City. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Apartheid Museum, steep yourself in history at Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, grab your bike and head to Central Park Trails, and try to win big at Montecasino.

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You can fly from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Hoedspruit in March since evenings lows in Johannesburg dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Victoria Falls.

Victoria Falls is known for nature, adventure, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls National Park, relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, take an exotic tour of a safari tour, and look for gifts at Cultural Vibes Music Shop.

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You can fly from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Victoria Falls when traveling from Johannesburg in March, with lows around 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

On the 20th (Wed), explore the striking landscape at Ngorongoro Crater. On the 21st (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the dramatic natural features at Olduvai Gorge.

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Traveling by combination of flight and car from Victoria Falls to Ngorongoro Conservation Area takes 15 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone difference moving from Central Africa Time to East Africa Time is 1 hour. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 21st (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Spend the 22nd (Fri) surrounded by wildlife at Olare Orok Conservancy. Spend the 23rd (Sat) surrounded by wildlife at Mara Triangle. It doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Ol Kinyei Conservancy and stroll through Mara North Conservancy.

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Getting from Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Maasai Mara National Reserve by car takes about 9 hours. In March, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Nairobi.

Spend the 27th (Wed) exploring nature at Nairobi National Park. And it doesn't end there: tour the pleasant surroundings at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, admire the striking features of African Heritage House, see the interesting displays at Karen Blixen Museum, and buy something for everyone on your list at The Hub Karen.

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Fly from Maasai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus. Traveling from Maasai Mara National Reserve in March, things will get a bit warmer in Nairobi: highs are around 32°C and lows about 20°C. On the 31st (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.