The Best African Countries To Visit In Autumn

Summer is over but your holidays needn’t be – wave goodbye to rainy days, and hello to a continent full of wonder, on one of these African adventures.

As the heat of the summer subsides and the leaves start to fall, it can be tempting to disappear for an impromptu vacation. For those who live in the US and UK, the autumn months of September, October and November bring to mind falling temperatures and rainy indoor days. In Africa the sunshine continues to shine bright, with many parts of the continent blooming into spring. From the scenic savannahs of East Africa to the dusty pyramids of North Africa and the world-class wine down south, these are the best autumn African adventures you can book with Culture Trip.

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Egypt, for ancient temples, the Giza Pyramids and the Nile

Few countries can compare to Egypt when it comes to ancient archaeological landmarks. Throw vibrant bazaars, delicious food and a vast, desert wilderness into the mix as well, and it’s easy to see why it’s on so many travellers’ bucket lists. Autumn is a sensible time to go, as you’ll be more likely to avoid the most blistering temperatures Egypt experiences for much of the year. You can experience the highlights on this nine-day adventure by Culture Trip, starting in Cairo, where you’ll visit the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Board a sleeper train to Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple, then set sail on a luxury cruise down the Nile to Aswan, where you kayak on the Nile and enjoy an authentic Nubian dinner.

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STARTS AT Cairo, Egypt

ENDS AT Aswan, Egypt

DURATION 9

GROUP SIZE 16

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This is an updated version of an article originally written by Lucie Grace.

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Gethin Morgan

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Gethin Morgan has developed an exciting portfolio across a series of roles at Culture Trip. With a keen interest in food and drink, Gethin is also particularly interested in niche or alternative travel which, in his case, usually involves following the Wales national soccer team to Europe's most obscure cities.