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Essential Egypt 2011 - 12
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Visit Egypt - including excursions to Abu Simbel, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple & the East Bank
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8 day trip in Egypt staying in 4* Hotels
From: US$559pp
Plus US$180 local payment
Essential Info
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- 7 breakfasts (B)
- 5 nights twin share at 4* hotels, 2 nights aboard first class overnight train between Cairo and Aswan and Luxor and Cairo (recliner seat)
- Arrival transfer from airport to hotel
- Transportation in an air-conditioned minibus as per the itinerary
- Excursions to Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, Coptic Churches, Khan El Khalili Market, Abu Simbel, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple & the Luxor Temple (entrance fees not included)
- Fully guided tours with Egyptologist at all major sites
- Services of a fully trained English speaking Trip Leader
Additional Information
Egypt Pre Departure 2011 2012 Itinerary
Day 1 - Cairo
Upon arrival, a transfer from Cairo International Airport to the hotel is included. Join your fellow passengers and Trip Leader in the evening to learn more about the trip.
Day 2 - Cairo – Aswan
Accompanied by a qualified, English speaking Egyptologist, we visit the Egyptian Museum housing over 100,000 relics including the treasures of King Tut. We then travel to the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx before boarding a first class overnight train to Aswan. (B)
Day 3 - Aswan
We arrive in Aswan and transfer to our hotel. This afternoon we board a felucca to see the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands, viewing the Nilometer, Aga Khan Mausoleum and the Tombs of the Nobles. We also visit a Nubian Village to learn of the customs of the original inhabitants. (B)
Day 4 - Aswan
We depart for Abu Simbel to visit the incredible temple built by Ramesses II. We also visit the Temple of Hathor, built in honour of the goddess of love and music and Ramesses’ wife, Queen Nefertari. The afternoon is free to enjoy a drink by the pool or shop in the colourful bazaars. This evening, there is an option to dine on the banks of the Nile. (B)
Day 5 - Aswan – Luxor
We transfer from Aswan to Luxor by private coach, then take a trip by airconditioned minibus to the Temple of Karnak. We also explore the Temple of Luxor. (B)
Day 6 - Luxor – Cairo
A guided tour of the Valley of the Kings, one of the most famous sites in Egypt. This magnificent necropolis houses the tomb of King Tutankhamun. We then return to Luxor where there is also time to visit the gold and silver markets. 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
The trip ends at the hotel after breakfast. (B)
From: US$559pp
Plus US$180 local payment 
