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THE SPLENDORS OF EGYPT / 17 Days
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Majestic -All Inclusive- Tour |
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Daily Departure Guaranteed /
All the year round |
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(BEAUTIES OF THE NILE AND MEDITERRANEAN Alexandria)
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DAY 01 |
Depart USA |
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Today you make your way from the USA to Cairo. |
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DAY 02 |
Arrive Cairo |
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Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to your hotel. For
the next three nights at the world-famous MENA HOUSE
OBEROI HOTEL. |
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DAY 03 |
Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx |
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Today, gaze upon feats of architectural wonder from
the back of a camel, as you make your way to the
Pyramids at Giza. Marvel at these towering final
resting places as you consider the Herculean effort
it took to transport the three million two-ton
blocks and to lay them so perfectly into place.
Later, see the Solar Boat, found buried next to the
Great Pyramid and believed to provide passage for
the Pharaoh in the afterlife, and have a good look
at the mysterious Sphinx to ponder the puzzle of its
origin. This afternoon, travel to Memphis, the
capital of Egypt in ancient times. Sightseeing
includes the mastaba (tomb) of Mereruka and Djoser's
Step Pyramid, the oldest freestanding stone
structure in the world.
(Lunch included) and
(BL)
MENA HOUSE OBEROI HOTEL |
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DAY 04 |
Dahshur Pyramids |
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Today, enjoy some of the seldom seen pyramid
treasures of Egypt. The Red Pyramid is often
overlooked, but is just as impressive as its Giza
counterparts. The Red Pyramid is also thought to be
the "training ground" for the Giza Pyramids, and
therefore older in origin. Another find is the Bent
Pyramid, which is sometimes referred to as "the
shining pyramid" because it still possesses many of
its smooth outer casing stones. Both pyramids are a
bit off the beaten path, and afford an opportunity
to study the evolution of pyramid design in a less
crowded atmosphere.
(Lunch included) and
(BL)
MENA HOUSE OBEROI HOTEL |
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DAY 05 |
Alexandria |
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Set out across northern Africa's desert to the
ancient Mediterranean seaport of Alexandria. "The
Pearl of the Mediterranean" was founded in 331 BC by
Alexander the Great and has become a city of
cosmopolitan charm and bohemian culture. Visit the
newly opened Alexandria National Museum of
Antiquities, which displays artifacts from across
the ages of the city, and view Montazah Palace, the
former summer residence of the royal family of
Egypt. Your final stop of the day is at the
catacombs, dating from Roman times and filled with
pharaonic art. Stay the next two nights alongside
the Mediterranean at the
(Lunch included) and
(BL)
HELNAN PALESTINE HOTEL. |
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DAY 06 |
Alexandria |
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Continue your sightseeing with views of Sultan Bey's
Fort and a visit to the Roman Amphitheater, the only
known Amphitheater from the Roman Era in Egypt.
Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandria, one of the most
celebrated centers of learning in human history.
Over 2,000 years ago, Alexandria's library drew the
intellectual luminaries of the ancient world, and
the reborn Bibliotheca continues to do the same.
Your afternoon is free to relax seaside or do some
shopping for Egyptian goods or souvenirs. HELNAN
PALESTINE HOTEL |
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DAY 07 |
Egyptian Museum/Cairo |
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Return to Cairo this morning to visit the Egyptian
Museum. With the guidance of an Egyptologist,
explore an enormous collection of over 100,000 items
including the treasures of Tutankhamon's tomb,
mummies ranging from the 18th to the 20th Dynasties,
and artifacts from ancient royal palaces. Gain an
understanding of this timeless society through the
everyday trinkets and tools of Egypt's earliest
citizens. (Lunch
included) and (BL)
Grand Hyatt Cairo. |
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DAY 08 |
Khan el Khalili Bazaar/Old Cairo |
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As you walk the streets of Old Cairo this morning,
notice a variety of religious influences in the
Mohammed Ali Mosque, Salahedin Citadel,
the Ben Ezra Synagogue, and one of the renowned
Coptic churches. You'll enjoy a memorable shopping
experience this afternoon at the notorious bazaar of
Khan el Khalili, one of the largest bazaars in the
Middle East. Sharpen your bargaining skills as you
wander this maze of streets filled with jewelry,
carpets, leather, and antiques. This evening, admire
your new treasures and relax as you watch the
legendary waters roll past from your Nile-view room
at the Grand Hyatt Cairo
(Lunch included) and
(BL)
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DAY 09 |
Luxor/Embark Nile Cruise |
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After a flight south up the Nile Valley to Luxor,
known in ancient times as Thebes, step aboard a
luxurious cruiser for a journey along the timeless
Nile. Observe life on the banks of the river as you
float along, enjoying all the modern amenities for a
pleasurable voyage on board the Sonesta St. George
Emabarkation before Lunch at 11:00, Lunch on board,
Free time at leisure, Afternoon tea, Dinner on
board, Dancing Music, Overnight in Luxor |
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DAY 10 |
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Wake-up call, Breakfast on board, Visit the West
Bank
(Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut and the Colossi Memnon ,
Lunch on board , Sail to Esna, Free time at Leisure
, Afternoon Tea , Captain's Welcome Cocktail, Dinner
on board, Folkloric Show (Rababa Show), Overnight in
Esna |
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DAY 11 |
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Sail to Edfu at 05:00,
Breakfast on board,
Visit Horus Temple in Edfu,
Sail to Kom Ombo,
Lunch on board,
Free time at
leisure, Afternoon Tea,
Dinner on board,
Egyptian Galabeya Party
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Overnight in Kom Ombo |
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DAY 12 |
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Sail to Aswan
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Breakfast on board,
Visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries and
the Temple of Philae,
Lunch on board
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Sail on the Nile by Felucca around
Kitchener's Island
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Afternoon Tea,
Dinner on board
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Belly Dance Show and Egyptian Folkloric Show
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Overnight in Aswan |
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DAY 13 |
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Breakfast on board
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Free time at
leisure, Lunch on board,
Free time at leisure
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Afternoon Tea,
Dinner on board,
Nubian Show,
Overnight in Aswan |
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DAY 14 |
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Breakfast on board,
Free time at leisure,
Sail to Kom Ombo maximum at 07:00 am,
Visit the Temple shared by two gods Sobek &
Haerories in Kom Ombo
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Lunch on board,
Afternoon Tea,
Sail to Edfu,
Visit Edfu Temple,
Dinner on board,
Sail to Esna,
Egyptian Galabeya Party,
Overnight in Esna |
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DAY 15 |
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Sail to Luxor,
Breakfast on board
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Visit the East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples,
Lunch on board
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Afternoon Tea,
Dinner on board,
Belly Dance Show,
Overnight in Luxor |
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DAY 16 |
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Your Nile cruise comes to an end today as you fly
over Lake Nasser to Abu Simbel, a stunning Nubian
site and temple built to honor Rameses II and his
wife, Nefertari. Originally carved into the
surrounding sandstone cliffs in 1250 BC, this
masterpiece also faced relocation due to the High
Dam construction. It was moved nearly 200 feet up a
cliff to avoid the
rising water level, but not without some precise
work. Both in its original and current positions,
the temple is situated for proper alignment with the
sun. Twice a year the sun is able to penetrate to
the innermost sanctuary and shine on the statues of
Rameses II and Amon Ra, the sun god. Your return
flight to Cairo arrives late in the afternoon.
overnight J. W. Marriott
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DAY 17 |
Departure day |
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After breakfast, make your departures for the
airport and your return flights home.
(B) |
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TOUR FEATURES |
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Scheduled transatlantic flight
(round trip ticket
NYC/Cairo/NYC) For supplements
from
other US gateways (please refer
to our reservation department)
(Air & land prices)
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Intra-egypt flights from Cairo
to Luxor , from Aswan to Abu
Simbel , Abu Simbel to Aswan and
from Aswan to Cairo (Air & land
prices) |
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03 nights at a deluxe 05 stars
hotel -Cairo- Mena House Oberoi
www.oberoimenahouse.com
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02 nights at a deluxe 05 stars
hotel -Alexandria - Helnan
Palestine
www.helnan.com
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02 nights at a deluxe 05 stars
hotel - Cairo-
Grand Hyatt Hotel /
All Rooms with
guaranteed Nile View (During
second stay in Cairo)
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07 nights at a deluxe 05 stars
cruise ship
Sonesta
St. George on Full
Board Basis |
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01 night at a deluxe 05 stars
hotel -Cairo- J.W. Marriott
JW
Marriott
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All transfers in Cairo, Aswan ,
Luxor &Alexandria |
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Luxury touring cars (private)
for you |
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Sightseeing as per itinerary |
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Lunches during sightseeing in
Cairo |
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Visit temple of Ramses II (Abu
Simbel) with entrance fees
included |
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Ride Camel included
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Professional tour directors
escort you |
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2011 / 2012 and 2013
EGYPT 16 DAYS / The
Splendors of Egypt
Prices are Valid for the period
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Between |
And |
land only |
air & land |
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OCT 06 |
DEC 06 |
3795 |
5175 |
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DEC 13 |
DEC 13 |
3595 |
4975 |
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DEC 20 |
DEC 27 |
3975 |
5375 |
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(XMASS&NEW YEAR
GALA DINNER MAY APPLY) 2012 |
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JAN 03 |
FEB 28 |
3875 |
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MAR 01 |
MAR 31 |
3895 |
5395 |
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APR 01 |
JUN 30 |
4270 |
5675 |
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JUL 01 |
SEP 30 |
3895 |
5475 |
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OCT 01 |
DEC 06 |
3975 |
5375 |
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DEC 07 |
DEC15 |
3875 |
5275 |
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DEC 16 |
DEC 30 |
4375 |
5775 |
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(XMASS
&NEW YEAR GALA DINNER MAY APPLY) 2013 |
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DEC 31 |
FEB 28 |
3975 |
5375 |
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Notes
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*This
Tour is operated daily all the year round
*Tour is Private for you That means "You will have
your own Car,Guide & Driver all the way"
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The
modern metropolis of Cairo pulses with activity, yet the
past is so close by. The great Pyramids of Giza and Memphis
are all within easy reach. Inside the city the
world-renowned Egyptian Museum allows a glimpse of the rich
heritage of this land. Whether exploring the ancient or
living the present, Cairo will leave you with an impression
of excitement & awe.
Cairo is
Egypt’s capital city, and with over 16 million inhabitants, it
ranks as one of the largest cities in Africa. This city of
contradictions will enthrall you with its ageless charm. The
ancient and the modern co-exist in surprising harmony, and the
hospitality and friendliness of its people will set you at ease.
Historic Cairo includes the wonders of the pharoahs, as well as a
religious heritage embodied in the numerous jewish, coptic and
islamic monuments that abound.
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southeastern city of Luxor is home to some of the most
remarkable ancient monuments in all of Egypt. The vast
Karnak Temple Complex, ancient religious and educational
center, is one of the most spectacular examples. There is
also the Valley of Kings, where the famous tomb of King
Tutankhamun was found, and the Valley of Queens, final
resting place of Queen Nefertari. In addition to the
splendor of its museums and ancient temples, Luxor is also
the perfect location to embark on a Nile Cruise.
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southern city of Aswan is one of Egypt’s most important
attractions. It is one of the sunniest cities in the
country, small enough to walk through and enjoys an ideal
location on the bank of the beautiful Nile River. Close at
hand is Elephantine Island with its pre-dynastic ruins, and
Kitchener’s Island, home to a lush tropical garden full of
exotic plants and flowers. Aswan is the perfect spot to
embark on a Nile cruise or simply enjoy the river views from
the comfort of your hotel.
The town of
Edfu, on the west bank of the Nile 56km south of Esna and 105km
north of Aswan, is today an important centre for sugar
production and pottery-making. Edfu was the place where the god
Horus was worshipped and where the battle between Horus and his
traditional enemy Seth in ancient mythology took place. The main
monument at Edfu is the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus on the edge of
the town and was first excavated by Auguste Mariette in the
1860s.The Temple of Horus at Edfu is the best-preserved ancient
temple in Egypt and the second largest after the Temple of
Karnak. The temple was built during the six reigns of the
Ptolemies on the site of the great battle between Horus and
Seth. Horus was the falcon headed god.
About 28
miles north of Aswan is the Temple of Kom Ombo built on a
high dune overlooking the Nile River. Ptolemy VI built the
temple in the 2nd century BC but Ptolemy XIII built the
outer and inner hypostyle halls. Augustus built the outer
enclosure and part of the court around 30 B.C. The temple is
actually made up of two temples: that of Sobek and that of
Haroeris. In ancient time, crocodiles waded in the river.
There are two entrances, two courts, two colonnades, two
hypostyle halls and two sanctuaries. There were probably
even two sets of priests for the two temples. Foundations
are all that are left of the original Pylon. Beyond the
Pylon, there was once a staircase in the court that led to a
roof terrace. In the southwest corner is the one column that
does not echo the duality of the temples. Here, there are
scenes depicting purification of the King, his coronation
and his consecration of the Temple. The ceiling has
astronomical images. In the anti chamber, there are scenes
depicting the goddess Seshat. Statues to the gods and the
builders of the temple once occupied the net room just
before the sanctuaries. The ceiling of the pure place to the
north still remains with an image of Nut. There is little
left of the sanctuaries
Founded
over 2,300 years ago, Alexandria has stood witness to the
rise and fall of civilizations, maintaining it’s unique
character and ageless charm. Today, Alexandria is Egypt’s
second largest city, with a population of over 3 million,
and it is the country’s main seaport. 223 kilometers from
Cairo, Alexandria has a history as rich and varied as
Cairo’s. Alexandria was the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt,
and it remains the repository of such historical treasures
as the Greco-Roman Museum, Roman Amphitheatre and
Catacombs. With it’s laid back Mediterranean feel,
Alexandria offers the travellor a wealth of activities.
Using the newly restored Corniche (promenade along the sea
coast) you are within walking distance of most of the cities
sights. Marine archaeologists have discovered a vast array of
underwater artifacts and monuments in the harbor, and some
will even allow you to share in the excitement by diving
alongside them in this underwater museum.
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