Discover Egypt

Spend eight nights walking in the steps of pharaohs, gazing upon the Great Pyramids, visiting bazaars alive with color and fragrant with exotic spices that create a distinct appreciation of Egypt’s unique diversity.  Enjoy cruising along the spectacular Nile taking in the many wonders of Egypt as you sail on by.

Egypt > Aswan > Cairo > Luxor

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9 Days, 8 Nights

Step back in time and explore thousands of years of history, legend and lore as you view the timeless wonders of Egypt. Discover the world of the ancient Egyptians as you visit the incomparable sites of the pharaohs – Memphis and Sakkara, the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor and Karnak temples, and the tombs on the West Bank of ancient Thebes. Dedicated Egyptologists provide insight throughout your journey. Cruise along the legendary Nile River, pass colonnaded temples and stop at the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, situated at the crossroads of ancient caravan routes.  Fly to Abu Simbel to see the temples, which are among the most magnificent monuments in the world - they were built by the great pharaoh Ramses the second.  They are perhaps the grandest and most complete example of ancient Egyptian architecture, more than 3 thousand years have elapsed since they were erected.

Highlights

  • View the amazing Pyramids and Sphinx
  • Visit the Egyptian Museum
  • Cruise the Nile
  • Explore Abu Simbel

Itinerary

Day 1 - Depart

Depart on Egypt Air from JFK, New York

Day 2 - Cairo

On arrival Cairo Airport, you will be met and transferred to your Cairo hotel. Accommodation: Ramses Hilton

Day 3 - Cairo (B)

Full day Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Mosques & Khan Khalili Bazaars. Accommodation: Ramses Hilton

Day 4 - Cairo - Luxor (B,D)

This morning you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. On arrival at Luxor Airport you will be met and transferred to the embarkation point of your ship. Enjoy an afternoon visit of Luxor and Karnak Temples. Accommodation: Cruise

Day 5 - Luxor - Esna - Edfu (B, L, D)

Early sail to Esna, join the ship at Esna after visit the West Bank, sail to Edfu. Accommodation: Cruise

Day 6 - Edfu - Aswan (B, L, D)

Visit Edfu Temple, sail to Kom Ombo, visit Kom Ombo Temple , sail to Aswan. Accommodation: Cruise

Day 7 - Nile (B, L, D)

In the morning visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisque and Philae. This afternoon you will visit the Botanical Garden by Felucca. . Accommodation: Cruise

Day 8 - Aswan - Abu Simbel - Cairo (B)

Disembark this morning and transfer to Aswan Airport. Fly to Abu Simbel, where you see the great temples built by Ramses the second. Fly back to Cairo via Aswan. On arrival at Cairo Airport you will be met and transferred to your Pyramids hotel. Accommodation: Pyramids Park

Day 9 - Cairo (B)

Full day Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis and Sakkara. Overnight: Pyramids Park

Day 10 - Depart Cairo, arrive JFK (B)

This morning you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your Egypt Air departure flight to the US.

Details

  • Round-trip air on Egypt Air from New York JFK
  • Applicable airline fuel surcharges
  • US/foreign taxes & fees including Sept 11 Security Fee
  • Meet & Greet and Fast Track Assistance on arrival at Cairo Airport
  • Round-trip airport/hotel transfers in a private vehicle
  • Two nights Accommodation Pyramids Park Resort, Cairo, including breakfast daily
  • Four night Cruise from Aswan to Luxor in First Class cruise ship
  • Two nights accommodation Pyramids Park Resort, Cairo, including breakfast daily
  • Full day private Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Mosques and Bazaar tour
  • Full day private Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis and Sakkara Tour
  • Meals: Breakfast 8; Lunch 4; Dinner 4
     

Group Size

Independent Vacation - Minimum 2

Dates

Year Round

 

Price

From $3995 per person twin share

Trip Terms

Prices are quoted in USD and are ‘from’, per person, based on twin share. Single supplements apply.  Black-out dates may apply. All pricing is strictly subject to availability. All prices, itineraries and routing are subject to change without notice. Please call for our current prices.  Airlines frequently change their prices as a result of fare increases and/or fuel surcharges. Prices are current at time of posting (2/29/12) and may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received and processed.

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This Vacation

Discover Egypt

Destination

Egypt
Aswan
Cairo
Luxor

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Egypt is synonymous with Pharaohs, the pyramids, temples and antiquities from ancient civilizations. And at the center of these great civilizations lies the Nile River that has influenced their economics, social life, politics and religion. It is the oldest travel destination on earth: Greek and Roman travelers came in 430 BC to wonder at some of the very sights that make it a modern travel destination today. The magnificence of the painted Valley of the Kings, exquisite temples and the pyramids were all sought-after subjects of admiration, and many were already 2,500 years old!

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