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Accommodation
for 4 nights aboard the 5* TOWER PRESTIGE or similar in
all outside facing cabins featuring French
balconies (ROS – cabins assigned on arrival)
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All
shore excursions as outlined
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Total
of 12 meals during sailing (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4
dinners)
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All
on board activities including lectures, shows and parties
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Services
of English speaking Cruise managers and Tour Guides.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - LAND PORTION: INCLUDED
FEATURES
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Arrival
and departure transfer* (if international air purchased through
us)
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Total
of 6 nights accommodations in 5* deluxe hotels (3 in Cairo,
Hotel Sheraton, Intercontinental or similar
and 3 nights at Fort Arabesque Hotel, Hurghada or
similar)
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Long
distance car/van/bus transfer Hurghada to Luxor
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Total
of 10 meals (6 breakfasts, 3 dinner and 1 lunch)
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All
sightseeing as specified including transportation and entrance
fees
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Services
of English speaking Tour Directors throughout.
SAMPLE
ITINERARY
DAY 1 (TH): DEPART USA
Overnight flights to Cairo.
DAY 2 (FR): CAIRO-HURGHADA
Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival to Cairo meet your tour Director
who will assist you in making your connection to the short onward
flight to Hurghada, the renowned Red Sea resort enjoyed by visitors
from all over the world. Transfer to your 5* resort hotel. Free
time to rest and unpack before your welcome dinner. (D)
DAY
3 & 4 (SA/SU):
HURGHADA RED SEA RESORT
Two full days at leisure to experience the beauty of the Red Sea.
Enjoy your hotel’s extensive facilities, take a dip in
the warm ocean, or partake in one of many optional activities
including snorkeling excursions, submarine rides and others,
all available for purchase from your guide or hotel Concierge.
Breakfast and dinner are included while lunch is open so that
you can enjoy a variety of beach side cafés or nearby
snack bars or restaurants. (B, D)
DAY 5 (MO): HURGHADA-LUXOR-CRUISE
EMBARKATION
After breakfast, journey by road to Luxor where you'll board your
5* floating hotel. After check-in and lunch on board, the afternoon
is reserved for exploring the fabulous Temples of Luxor and Karnak
located nearby. Return to your ship for a welcome drink followed
by dinner. (B, L, D)
DAY
6 (TU): LUXOR – SET SAIL – ESNA
LOCK
The morning is reserved for an excursion to the West bank and famous
Valley of the Kings & Queens! Here, 64 tombs hold the remains
of some of Egypt’s most famous rulers, including Amhotep
and of course the boy-King Tut-an–Kamhun. From here your
tour will take you to the magnificent temple of Queen Hatshepsut,
an architectural masterpiece cut out from the face of the hillside.
Your final stop will be at the Colossi of Memnon, two huge 18
meter high statues built to guard the Valley of the kings. Return
to your ship for lunch and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at
sail. Evening dinner will be followed with a delightful music
and belly dance show. (B, L, D)
DAY 7 (WE): EDFU - KOM OMBO
On arrival to Edfu, take a carriage ride to the Temple of Edfu,
built in honor of Horus, the falcon-headed son of Osiris. Lunch
onboard as you continue sailing. On arrival to Kom Ombo tour
the Temple dedicated to two unusual deities; the crocodile headed “Sobek” and “Haroeris” the
double headed sparrow/hawk. Return to the ship for dinner followed
by a galabaya party as you sail on to Aswan. (B, L, D)
DAY 8 (TH): ASWAN
Your morning tour of this Nile oasis will include all of the major
sights including the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, Philae
Temple and will end with a delightful felucca boat ride! The
afternoon is free to explore the local suk (open air market)
or take an optional tour to the nearby Nubian Village. Tonight
enjoy your farewell Captain’s dinner on board. (B, L, D)
DAY
9 (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.
More than 32 centuries ago, Ramses II built 2 temples into the
sheer rock of a premonitory in Nubia 280 km south of Aswan. The
larger Temple was dedicated to the God of Sun – Harakhti.
The lesser Temple was dedicated to the Goddess Hathor in the name
of Ramses’ favorite wife – the beautiful Queen Nefertari.
When the construction of the High Dam threatened to submerge the
two Temples, the Temples were cut into 30 ton pieces, moved 70
meters higher and 180 meters further inland and rebuilt to their
original splendor. The tour of these unique temples includes a
30 minute plane ride from Aswan and back offering stunning aerial
views of the Temples and the flowing Nile. Then its time to bid
your crew goodbye as you transfer to the airport for your flight
back to Cairo. On arrival, transfer to your Deluxe hotel (Sheraton
or similar) and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure. (B)
DAY 10 (SA): CAIRO
Start your full day of sightseeing with the magnificent Pyramids
of Giza. Built around 2690 B.C. the Pyramids and the Sphinx are
rightfully considered one of the 7 Wonders of the World. After
a break for lunch, return to the city to tour the fabulous Egyptian
Museum home the priceless treasures of Tut-an-Khamun. End the
day with free time to explore the famous Khan El Khalili bazaar,
where you can bargain for those last minute souvenirs. Return
to your hotel at your leisure – dinner is on your own.
(B, L)
DAY 11 (SU): CAIRO
A full day at leisure to enjoy your hotel facilities, explore at
your own pace, or take one of several optional tours that will
be available from your Tour Director. Your hotel is located within
short distance of many of Cairo's attractions as well as excellent
shopping and dining. (B)
DAY 12 (MO): CAIRO - HOME
End of Cruise.
