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Aswan Ferry, day two

Posted on January 22, 2013 by mev

We’re in Sudan! Both a boring and an eventful day today. We started in the ferry where I had a good sleep in the cabin. Just as I was awakening, Kevin noticed Abu Simbel on the starboard side. Excellent! Soon … Continue reading →

Posted in Egypt, pharoahs, Sudan

Aswan Ferry, day one

Posted on January 21, 2013 by mev

Today was our day to set off on the ferry for Sudan, a but of a different adventure with some “hurry up and wait” and only 17km of cycling. We packed up our camp and then waited for our police … Continue reading →

Posted in Egypt, pharoahs, Sudan

Aswan Rest Day, a few perceptions of Egypt and trip so far

Posted on January 20, 2013 by mev

Today is a rest day in Aswan. There is a bit of excitement and anticipation as the group prepares to cross our first border. The land borders are tightly controlled and not open for public transport. Instead, there is a … Continue reading →

Posted in Egypt, pharoahs | Tagged Egypt, Lake Nassar, Tahir Square, Temple of Karnak, Tourism in Egypt

Day 8, 113km to Aswan

Posted on January 19, 2013 by mev

Today was a slightly tougher and also warmer ride. However, the morning in particular we had some fun explorations. Our campsite was next to a dusty soccer field in Idfu. By 5am, the minarets were calling out to prayer. Not … Continue reading →

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Day 7, 116km to Idfu

Posted on January 18, 2013 by mev

Today a straightforward ride to small town of Idfu. The new rim rode well. We again followed the Nile past small towns, the last of these being Idfu. Our first 4km was back to main canal road and then along … Continue reading →

Posted in Egypt, pharoahs | Tagged Nile

Rest Day, Luxor

Posted on January 17, 2013 by mev

Caitlin rebuilt my back wheel, certainly appreciate that. Also been in touch with Sugar Wheel Works and again very appreciative of assistance in getting a new rim. If I can find sectional rider joining in Nairobi willing to bring my … Continue reading →

Posted in Egypt, pharoahs | Tagged Karnak Temple, Luxor, rim, Wheels

Day 6, 107km to Luxor

Posted on January 16, 2013 by mev

Egypt has people! After the past days cycling through desert areas we spent the last half of the day cycling past more populated areas close to the Nile River. These areas are irrigated and we passed along a canal after … Continue reading →

Posted in Egypt, pharoahs | Tagged mechanical, Nile River, rim, sugar cane

Day 5, 123km to desert camp

Posted on January 15, 2013 by mev

Beautiful crescent moon rising over camp. Today we left the coast and climbed over some low ranges of hills. We also had our first experiences with road construction, Egypt style. In total it was 800m of climb, so still not … Continue reading →

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Day 4, 94km to Safaga

Posted on January 14, 2013 by mev

Today we cycled to resort town of Safaga. I am still camped, but on the beach with nice view of the Red Sea. There are also some who reserved a room, but I’m fine camping for now. Today was a … Continue reading →

Posted in Egypt, pharoahs | Tagged daily sequence, Red Sea, Safaga

Day 3, 134km to desert camp

Posted on January 13, 2013 by mev

Not a lot of photos today. Partially since the tail winds just kept pushing us along the Red Sea. Also because some sand got into my good camera and it wasn’t functioning as well. However, an easy and fast day … Continue reading →

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