• Luxor: Visit the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and Memnon Colossus.
• Nile Cruise: Visit the Temples at Edfu, Kom-Ombo and Philae.
• Aswan: Felucca ride across the Nile. See the Botanical Gardens, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk.
• Cairo: Sightseeing includes the Citadel, Alabaster Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque and Egyptian Museum.
• Memphis: See the Ramses II statue and the Alabaster Sphinx.
.• Sakkara: Marvel at the Step Pyramid, the oldest in the ancient world.
• Giza: Visit the Great Pyramids and Sphinx.
• Audio Headsets: For all guided visits and included sightseeing Trafalgar
will provide personal audio headsets which enhance the commentary of the
local expert guides.
OPTIONAL ABU SIMBEL EXCURSION
A once in a lifetime opportunity!
Enjoy this four-hour excursion including flights to Abu Simbel, site of the Temple of
Ramses II with its four great statues of the pharaoh himself. Also see statues of his queen,
Nefertari, on the facade of the Temple of Hathor.
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• First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private
facilities.
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and
local taxes included.
• Touring by air-conditioned coach.
• Escorted by one
of Trafalgar's English-speaking Egyptologist/Tour Directors.
• A Trafalgar
Bonus – All internal flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo, plus
all airport transfers are included.
• A stylish wallet, travel documents and
Welcome on Tour book with map.
• Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
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A highlight of this tour is a cruise along the legendary
River Nile onboard the latest and most luxurious of ships,
the MS Norma, MS Sapphire or MS La Boheme
5-star features of the MS Norma, MS Sapphire or MS La Boheme are fully air-conditioned,
luxury two-berth cabins with en-suite bathroom, full size bath, shower and toilet. There is
a TV with video channels, music system, hair dryer, internal phone and mini-bar.
On board facilities include a plunge pool, fitness equipment, two bars, dancing and
folklore entertainment, restaurant and two gift shops.
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Note: Note: At certain times a similar cruise ship of the same category
as MS Norma, MS Sapphire or MS La Boheme may be used.
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DAY
1: ARRIVE CAIRO
You are met on your arrival at Cairo Airport and transferred to your hotel. The
remainder of your day is at leisure to discover the amazing contrasts of ancient and
modern Egypt. Hotel: Fairmont Heliopolis (SF)
DAY
2: CAIRO – LUXOR – NILE CRUISE (4)
Fly to Luxor and on arrival, visit the enormous temple complex at Karnak, featuring the Temple of Amun and the amazing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your luxury cruise ship in time for lunch. Later visit the Grand Temple of Luxor before returning to your cruise ship for dinner. (BB L D) (4 nights)
Cruise ship: MS Norma, MS Sapphire or MS La Boheme.
DAY
3: NILE CRUISE: LUXOR – EDFU
Today’s highlight is a visit to the Valley of the Kings. Secluded in the Theban Hills,
it is where the New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in dramatically shafted tombs
built into the hillsides. Next we visit the Temple of Medinet Habou and on to the
breathtaking Deir el-Bahri, Queen Hatshepsut’s impressive temple and the Colossus
of Memnon on the West Bank. Later, we return to the ship and sail for Edfu. (B L D)
DAY
4: NILE CRUISE: EDFU – KOM-OMBO
This morning we visit Edfu to see Egypt’s best-preserved cult temple, which was
dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Then we continue our tranquil cruise along
the Nile arriving at Kom-Ombo. Why not relax on deck and watch primitive villages
on the banks of the river glide by? They have changed little in a thousand years.
Tonight we don traditional Egyptian galabeas for a fun-filled Egyptian Dinner and
Galabea Party. (B L D)
DAY
5: NILE CRUISE: KOM-OMBO – ASWAN
We visit the roofless Temple of Kom-Ombo, which was built for the falcon and
crocodile gods. From here we cruise to Aswan to take a memorable felucca ride
across the Nile to see the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. The felucca is
the traditional craft of Egyptians who have sailed in them down the centuries.
An amazing sight is a blood-red sunset, commonplace in Aswan, with the distinctive
sails of dozens of feluccas silhouetted against the setting sun. (B L D)
DAY
6: DISEMBARK – ASWAN – CAIRO (3)
We disembark to explore the High Dam. Then we visit the Temple of Isis on the
Island of Philae and the massive Unfinished Obelisk. Afterwards, there is a once
in a lifetime opportunity to take an optional excursion to the mighty Sun Temple of Abu Simbel, flanked by four giant stone statues of Ramses II. The temple was
reclaimed from the dam and reconstructed in its present and unforgettable location.
Finally, we transfer to the airport for the return flight to Cairo. (B) Hotel: Ramses Hilton (MD)
DAY
7: CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
Today we enjoy a full day of sightseeing which will include the Citadel, the
spectacular complex dominating Cairo’s skyline. From here we make a visit to the
Sultan Hassan Mosque and Mohammed Ali’s Alabaster Mosque with its highly
decorated and ornate interior. In old Cairo we will visit the Hanging Church of
St. Mary above the old water gate. Also we will visit the Egyptian Museum, home of
King Tutankhamun’s priceless treasures, discovered by Howard Carter in the Valley
of the Kings in 1922. This evening, there is time on your own to do as you please.
You may wish to take a dinner cruise on the Nile? (BB)
DAY
8: CAIRO – PYRAMID EXCURSION
See the limestone Colossus of Ramses II and the giant Alabaster Sphinx at Memphis. Admire the Step Pyramid at Sakkara, which heralded the beginning of the pyramid age. Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. See the enigmatic Great Sphinx − the oldest monumental sculpture in the world. The evening is yours to do as you please. Perhaps complete your Cairo experience with a romantic dinner cruise on the Nile. (BB)
DAY
9: DEPART CAIRO
Today you leave this mysterious, ancient country. Say goodbye to your travelling companions and your Travel Director as you prepare for your trip home. Airport transfers are available, conditions apply. (BB)
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