Dates: December 9 – 12, 2027
Program is linked with the expedition to Libya from November 27 to December 8, 2027

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights

Number of participants: 5 – 12

Cost per person:

• 2 090 USD for 12 participants,
• 2 190 USD for 10 – 11 participants,
• 2 450 USD for 9 participants,
• 2 650 USD for 7 – 8 participants,
• 2 990 USD for 5 – 6 participants.

10% early booking discount (in case you book before July 9, 2027)

Everything is included (including very expensive East Libya authorization and full board meals), except for:

• flight to Benghazi roundtrip,
• international medical insurance,
• Libya visa (electronic visa to be obtained at 70 USD. Cost may change).

Estimated cost of international flight Moscow – Benghazi – Moscow: from 850 USD (to be purchased on your own. We consult).
Estimated cost of international flight Cairo – Benghazi – Cairo: from USD 350 (to be purchased on your own. We consult).
Estimated cost of international flight Istanbul – Benghazi – Istanbul: from 550 USD (to be purchased on your own. We consult).
Estimated cost of international flight Tunis – Benghazi – Tunis: from USD 350 (to be purchased on your own. We consult).
Estimated cost of international flight Tripoli – Benghazi one way: 80 – 120 USD (We can purchase upon your request).

Single supplement: 360 USD per person (provided in hotels throughout the entire itinerary)


TRAVEL PROGRAM: tour Libya Benghazi

Day 1. December 9, 2027 (Thursday). BENGHAZI – QASR LIBYA – SHAHHAT – CYRENE

Morning, before 11 am, arrival in the airport of Benghazi, East Libya. Transfer to Shahhat (210 km, approx. 3 – 3.5 hours driving).
Enroute visit Qasr Libya (Theodorias) and visit to the Byzantine Basilica with its unique mosaics.
Once a grand Byzantine city renamed in honor of Empress Theodora, Qasr Libya is most famous for its exquisite collection of over 50 brilliantly preserved mosaic floors—now housed in a small on-site museum—that offer a breathtaking glimpse into the art, wildlife, and daily life of 6th-century North Africa.
Arrival in first exploration of Cyrene – a legendary Greek colony that became the continent's greatest center of classical culture, philosophy, and medicine.
Dinner and overnight in Shahhat in Qurina Tourist Hotel or similar.

Meals included: lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Qurina Tourist Hotel or similar

* Recommended flights from Tripoli:
— Berniq Airways, or Buraq Air or Libyan Wings or Libyan Airlines from Tripoli, departure from Tripoli early morning on December 9, arrival in Benghazi on December 9 no later than at 10:40 am.

* Recommended international flights:
— Egypt Air from Moscow with 11 hours 30 minutes layover in Cairo, departure from Moscow on December 8 at 15:45, arrival in Benghazi on December 9 at 10:00 am,
— Turkish Airlines from Moscow with 2 hours 10 minutes stopover in Istanbul, departure from Moscow on December 9 at 2:50 am, arrival in Benghazi on December 9 at 10:40 am,
— any flight arriving in Benghazi no later than 10:40 am on December 9.


Day 2. December 10, 2027 (Friday). CYRENE ANCIENT SITE – RAS AL HILAL

Full day exploration of Cyrene ancient site.
Perched on the lush Green Mountain, Cyrene was the oldest and greatest of the Greek colonies in North Africa, often hailed as the "Athens of Africa." Founded in 631 BCE, it became a pinnacle of classical culture and a major intellectual hub, renowned as the birthplace of the philosopher Aristippus, who founded the Cyrenaic school of hedonism. Today, its monumental ruins—including the colossal Temple of Zeus, a stunning amphitheater, and the sanctuary of Apollo—offer an unparalleled glimpse into the fusion of Greek and Roman civilizations in Libya.
In 1982 Cyrene was officially listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has also been on the List of World Heritage in Danger since 2016.
Visit the Temple of Zeus, Greek & Roman ruins, theatre and panoramic views. Exploration of surrounding archaeological areas.
Transfer to Ras Al Hilal (45 km, some 1 hour driving) and check-in for Al Yanabee Resort located in Ras Al Hilal and nestled between the mountains and the sea.
Dinner and overnight in resort.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Al Yanabee Resort or similar


Day 3. December 11, 2027 (Saturday). RAS AL HILAL – APOLLONIA – BENGHAZI 

Morning on the stunning beach and exploration of beautiful magnificent coastal landscapes of Ras Al Hilal.
Ras al-Hilal, known as the "Crescent Cape," is a stunning Mediterranean oasis where turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and rare perennial waterfalls meet the green Jebel Akhdar mountains. The site also features a well-preserved 6th-century Byzantine basilica commissioned by Emperor Justinian, offering breathtaking views over the crescent-shaped bay.
Transfer to Apollonia, ancient port of Cyrene (25 km, 40 minutes driving). Visit Roman theatre and Byzantine ruins.
Apollonia served as the ancient port city of Cyrene, acting as its vital maritime gateway to the Mediterranean world for over a millennium. Unlike its inland rival, Apollonia boasts a stunning seaside setting, where the ruins of Roman baths, Byzantine churches, and a well-preserved sixth-century fortress sit directly on the edge of the sea. The site is particularly famous for its spectacular underwater ruins, allowing visitors to see submerged streets and buildings from the ancient city that were gradually claimed by the ocean.Continue driving back to Benghazi (225 km, 3 – 3.5 hours driving).
Dinner and overnight in Benghazi, in Venicia Hotel or similar.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Venicia Hotel, or Tibesti Hotel, or similar


Day 4. December 12, 2027 (Sunday). BENGHAZI – DEPARTURE FLIGHT

City tour of Benghazi: visit to the city center and traditional markets, exploration of Kish Square, stroll along the seafront and visit to the old city and the Osman Pasha Mosque.
Benghazi, Libya's second-largest city, has long served as the country's economic and cultural hub along the Mediterranean coast. While often known for its modern history, the city boasts the ancient Greek settlement of Euesperides (one of the famed "Hesperides Gardens"), whose ruins lie on its southern outskirts, offering a glimpse into the city's 2,500-year-old origins. 
Transfer to airport for evening flight with Turkish Airlines (direct flights to Istanbul) or with EgyptAir (direct flights to Cairo).

Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation included: no

* Recommended international flights:
— Berniq Airways to Tunis, departure from Benghazi on December 12 at 20:05,
— Turkish Airlines to Moscow with 3 hours 20 minutes stopover in Istanbul, departure from Benghazi on December 13 at 12:50 pm, arrival in Moscow on December 13 at 23:25 (extra night in the hotel in Benghazi needed and to be paid),
— Egypt Air to Moscow with 19 hours layover in Cairo, departure from Benghazi on December 13 at 11:00 am, arrival in Moscow on December 14 at 14:45 (extra night in the hotel in Benghazi needed and to be paid. Egypt Air provides free hotel in Cairo for layover),
— any flight departing from Benghazi not earlier than at 17:00 on December 12.


* The order of visits and excursions can be modified according to local conditions (i.e. state of roads, security conditions etc.). If some visits and/or tours could not be done due to external conditions, they will be replaced when possible.

** The participant of expedition to Libya must be motivated to be respectful to the culture of local people, be aware of the objectives of the trip and possible program changes depending on weather or road conditions, security conditions and any other reasons, be able to adapt to the new environment and culture.