Egypt Explored 2011 - 12

Itinerary

Day 1 - Cairo

Arrive at Cairo International Airport where a transfer from the airport to the hotel is included.

Day 2 - Cairo - Aswan

This morning accompanied by an English-speaking Egyptologist we visit the Egyptian Museum. We then travel to the Great Pyramid of Giza before boarding a 1st class overnight train to Aswan. (B)

Day 3 - Aswan

This afternoon we board a felucca to see the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands. We also call on a Nubian Village to learn the customs of the original inhabitants. (B)

Day 4 - Aswan

Early morning departure to Abu Simbel to visit the incredible temple built by Ramesses II. We also view the Temple of Hathor. This evening, there is an option to dine on the banks of the Nile. (B)

Day 5 - Aswan - Luxor

We take a trip by air-conditioned minibus to the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor, discovering the magnificence of the old capital of Egypt. (B)

Day 6 - Luxor - Cairo

A guided tour of the Valley of the Kings awaits. This evening we board a train for an overnight journey to Cairo. (B)

Day 7 - Cairo

Arriving in Cairo mid-morning the rest of the day is ours to explore the city. We visit the necropolis of Saqqara and the Step Pyramid of King Zoser. Returning to the city we view Coptic Cairo and some of the oldest churches in the history of Christianity. In the afternoon we take time to visit the vibrant Khan el Khalili market. (B)

Day 8 - Cairo - Dahab

We depart this morning for Dahab, one of the Sinai’s most treasured diving destinations. (B)

Days 9-12 - Dahab

Swimming, snorkelling and water sports are all on hand. On land, experience the thrill of a desert safari on quad bikes or camel. There is the option to climb to the top of Mt Sinai. We then return back to the beaches of Dahab. (Bx4)

Day 13 - Dahab - Cairo

This morning we set off into the mountains of the Sinai Peninsula on our way back to

Cairo. (B)

Day 14 - Cairo

The trip ends at the hotel after breakfast. (B)