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• Accommodations for 4 nights in all outside facing cabins (Run of ship cabins) on one of the Premium 5* ships such as Tower Prestige, Nile Dolphin, or similar.
• 12 meals during sailing (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners)
• All sightseeing and shore excursions as specified
• All on board activities including, welcome cocktail, Captain’s Farewell dinner, lectures, galabaya (toga) party, belly dance show and similar.
• English speaking Egyptologist throughout
  

• Transfers: All arrival and departure transfers with luggage handling if international air purchased through us.*
• Cairo: 5* Barceló Pyramids, Sofitel Le Sphinx, Sofitel Maadi or similar
• Luxor: 1 night in deluxe 5* Sonesta St. George hotel or similar
• 13 Meals: 6 full buffet breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners (welcome/farewell)
• Sightseeing: All sightseeing as specified aboard luxury air conditioned motor-coaches, all entrance fees and all escorted by a professional English speaking Egyptologist.

SAMPLE ITINERARY

DAY 01 (TH): FLY USA TO EGYPT
Overnight flights from the US to Egypt…

DAY 02 (FR): ARRIVE CAIRO
On arrival, meet your local guide upon clearing customs formalities. Then transfer to your first class hotel. The balance of the day is free until your evening welcome dinner where you will meet the members of your group and your Egyptologist. (D)

DAY 03 (SA): CAIRO
After breakfast, enjoy full day tour of the Pyramids. First stop is at Giza to view the ancient monuments built by King Cheops, his son and grandson 2690 B.C., After a break for lunch (included) and a visit to the Papyrus Museum, continue on to Saqqara and Memphis to view the “one step” Pyramid built by famous architect and physician Imhotep for the Pharaoh Zoser in 3816 B.C. Return to your hotel with the balance of the day free to enjoy your hotel amenities. Dinner is on your own. (B, L)

DAY 04 (SU): CAIRO - LUXOR
Leisurely morning for breakfast and check-out as you head out for your flight to Luxor, the gateway to Upper Egypt and the magnificent Nile! On arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, its time to explore the East Bank and the fabulous Luxor and Karnak Temples. Dinner and overnight. (B, D)

DAY 05 (MO): LUXOR
EMBARKATION
After breakfast, check-out of your hotel and embark on your tour of the West bank, the “Valley of the Kings and Queens” where 64 of Egypt’s Pharaohs have their resting places. Continue to visit the palatial Temple of Queen Hatchepsut and stop at the Collossi of Memnon. Then, transfer directly to your 5 * ship for check-in. Lunch on board. The afternoon is free for you to explore your floating hotel or the vibrant markets located dock-side. An evening welcome drink will precede dinner. (B, L, D)

DAY 06 (TU): ESNA LOCK
A fabulous day on board as you sail down theNile and through the Esna Lock. On board lectures and other activities will be available on board – or just sit back on the sun deck with a cool drink and enjoy the passing vistas. This evening after dinner participate in a galabaya (toga) party with belly dance show! (B, L, D)

DAY 07 (WE): EDFU - KOM OMBO
Your first stop will be at Edfu, where a carriage ride will take you to the superbly preserved Temple of Horus dedicated to the Falcon God. Return to the ship for lunch and sail on to Kom Ombo. On arrival, tour the Temples of Kom Ombo dedicated to two deities; the crocodile headed “Sobek” and the “Haroeris” the double headed sparrow/hawk. Return on board for dinner and you sail to Aswan. (B, L, D)

DAY 08 (TH): ASWAN
After breakfast, begin your exploration of gorgeous Aswan with a tour of the Unfinished Obelisk, the Philae Temple, the High Dam, ending with a delightful sail aboard the local feluccas. Return to your ship for lunch. The afternoon is free to explore Aswan’s many markets or to take an optional tour to the Nubian Village. Tonight enjoy your special Captain’s farewell dinner! (B, L, D)

DAY 09 (FR): ASWAN – CAIRO
DISEMBARKATION
The morning is free to give you time to explore Aswan or to take the optional air excursion to the fantastic Temples of Abu Simbel. Then bid your crew goodbye as you transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. On arrival, transfer to your centrally located downtown hotel and prepare for a special treat – a home hosted dinner with an authentic Egyptian family where you can exchange views with your hosts, enjoy home cooked food and unique Egyptian hospitality! (B, SD)

DAY 10 (SA): CAIRO
After breakfast, depart on your morning tour of Islamic Cairo with stops at Citadel and the magnificent Alabaster Mosque built by Mohamed Ali in 1830.Stop for lunch at Al Azhar park offering glorious views of the Citadel. Then transfer to the humongous El Khalili Bazaar where over 1000 booths offer everything from cheap souvenirs to high end jewelry, fashion and where bargaining is expected! Here you will have an afternoon to explore the local café’s, coffee houses, shop ‘till you drop and enjoy your day at your own pace. Dinner is on your own allowing you to experience any one of Cairo’s numerous restaurants. (B, L)

DAY 11 (SU): CAIRO
After breakfast, your morning sightseeing will begin with a tour of the fabulous Egyptian Museum, home to the world renowned exhibit of Tut-Ankhamnon. After a break for lunch (on own) continue with a panoramic city tour of the Old Cairo highlighted by stops at the Abu Sirga Church, the Moalaka Church and the Ben Azra Synagogue. The evening is reserved for a special farewell Egyptian themed dinner held at a popular local restaurant. (B, SD)

DAY 12 (MO): CAIRO – HOME
As all good things must come to an end.

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