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Splendours
of Egypt - 12 Days
Highlights For many, the highlight of this
tour is the legacy of the Pharaohs: the Great Pyramids
and Sphinx, Karnak, Tutankhamun’s treasure and the
ubiquitous hieroglyphics.
Splendours of Egypt - Itinerary
DAY
1 – TUE - UK – CAIRO Welcome to the timeless
land of the Pharoahs, a treasure trove of history and antiquities.
On arrival in Cairo, you are met and transferred to your hotel.
Hotel: Marriott.
DAY
7 – MON - CRUISING ASWAN A full day of sightseeing
includes a visit to the Aswan High Dam and Granite Quarries
to see the enormous unfinished obelisk. Travel by motorboat
to the Temple of Isis, rising from the waters of the Nile
on the Island of Philae. Later, return to Aswan to sail in
a traditional Nile felucca around Aswan’s Botanical Gardens.
(BB,L,D)
DAY
2 – WED - CAIRO SIGHTSEEING After breakfast there is a detailed pre-tour
briefing with your Tour Director. Then commence your exploration of Cairo with a visit to the Citadel
for breath taking views over the city. Salah El Din started the Citadel in the 12th century, but it
owes its present outline to Mohammed Ali, whose great Mosque you visit next.This afternoon visit
the Egyptian Museum, an unrivaled warehouse of Pharaonic treasure. Among the many exhibits
are the fabulous artifacts recovered by archeologist Howard Carter from the tomb of King
Tutankhamun. Later, drive to the Pyramids to witness the magical Sound & Light Show which
literally illuminates the ancient history of Giza - an unforgettable introduction to the world of
ancient Egypt. (BB)
DAY
8 – TUE - CRUISING - KOM OMBO Spend the morning at leisure in Aswan or
perhaps join the optional excursion by air to the temples of Abu Simbel, carved out of the rock by
Rameses II (see page 140). In the afternoon, sail to Kom Ombo to visit the only double temple of
Egypt dedicated to two gods, the crocodile headed, Sobek and falcon headed Horus the Elder. (BB,L,D)
DAY
3 – THUR - CAIRO - CRUISING Fly to Luxor, on the banks of the Nile, to tour the
Temple complex of Karnak, dedicated to the Sun-God Amon. Walk spellbound through the avenue of
sphinxes into the vast Hypostyle Hall housing 134 giant columns. After boarding your cruise boat set
sail for Dendara. Ship: MS Miriam/MS Giselle (BB,L,D)
DAY
9 – WED - CRUISING - LUXOR In the evening arrive
back in Luxor where there is time for last minute shopping
and sightseeing. (BB,L,D)
DAY
4 – FRI - CRUISING - LUXOR Visit the Temple of
Hathor in Dendara, one of the best preserved temples in Egypt
and containing a rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarian,
whose father was Julius Caesar. The cruise returns to Luxor
around midday. Afternoon at leisure. In the cool of early
evening enjoy a horse & carriage ride to visit the ancient
Temple of Luxor. (BB,L,D)
DAY
10 – THUR - LUXOR- CAIRO Disembark and transfer
to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. The evening
is at leisure. Perhaps enjoy an optional dinner and entertainment.
Hotel: Marriott. (BB)
DAY
5 – SAT - CRUISING - EDFU Travel by air-conditioned coach to the West Bank of
the Nile to see the Colossi of Memnon, and visit both the Temple of Hatshepsut and Valley of the
Kings, where many illustrious Pharoahs were buried. Return to your cruise boat where you sail via the
Esna Lock to Edfu, where there is free time on arrival. (BB,L,D)
DAY
11 – FRI - CAIRO SIGHTSEEING Drive to Memphis, the
famous capital of the ancient world. Admire the colossal statue
of Rameses II and the great alabaster sphinx. Continue to
Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest
pyramid in the world, dating back from 2700 BC. In the afternoon,
enjoy a guided tour of Giza where you see the enigmatic Sphinx
and the magnificent Pyramids with a highlight visit inside
one of these extraordinary creations! (BB)
DAY
6 – SUN - CRUISING ASWAN Visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu,
dedicated to the Falcon God. After exploring this fascinating site, your cruise continues to Aswan. Don your
galabeas (traditional Egyptian attire), for a fun-filled Egyptian Dinner and Galabea Party. (BB,L,HD)
DAY
12 – SAT - CAIRO -UK Transfer to Cairo airport for your return flight home. (BB)
Abu Simbel Optional Tour
This immensely popular excursion, visiting
the awe-inspiring Temples of Rameses II at Abu Simbel, should
be booked at the same time as your tour to avoid disappointment.
Abu Simbel is the most beautiful and imaginative construction
of the greatest and most whimsical Pharaoh in Egyptian history
– Rameses II. The facade consists of four colossal statues
of the Pharaoh seated on his throne. Each statue is 20 metres
high, measures four metres from ear to ear and one metre along
the line of the lips. To the Pharaoh’s architects, the temple
represented a tremendous challenge which, two thousand years
later, was to be taken up again by the engineers of the world
in order to save it from the waters of the Nile. Tour Code:
X 884 Per Person by Air £116
Splendours of Egyptian
Departure Dates & Prices 2008 - Tour Code B945
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