Tour Features • Air transportation from NYC (only included with Air/Land/Cruise plan) OTHER GATEWAYS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST • Flights Cairo/Luxor and Aswan/Cairo (included with Land/Cruise plan) • 4-night accommodations at selected hotels • 5-day/4-night Nile cruise, M/S MOJITO, OR MS SONESTA NILE GODDESS - outside standard cabin with two lower beds and private facilities • 18 included meals consisting of: - 8 buffet breakfasts (4 during cruise) - 6 lunches (4 during cruise) - 4 dinners during cruise • PLUS - 1 Captain's Welcome cocktail during cruise - Afternoon teas during cruise - Welcome drink (non-alcoholic) - Folkloric Show - Gallabiya party - Nightly entertainment • Tour by air-conditioned motorcoach • Sightseeing as indicated, including local guide and all entrance fees • All transfers as per itinerary • All transfers as per itinerary • Travel bag, one per person • Document holder and luggage tags • Hotel taxes and service charges

Day 1 Depart USA Evening departure. Meals and refreshments are served on board. Day 2 Cairo Upon arrival in Cairo, you'll be met and taken to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. Day 3 Cairo Full day city sightseeing including the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, with the world's largest collection of pharaonic artifacts and treasures from Tutankhamen's tomb. Subsequently drive to the Citadel to view wonderful Islamic structures, including the Muhammad Ali Mosque. In Old Cairo, we visit Al Moallaka Church (Hanging Church) and Ben Ezra Synagogue. End this city tour at Khan el-Khalili, Cairo's labyrinthine shopping mecca. Best buys: gold, silver, papyrus, slippers, galabiyas, t-shirts, perfumes, antiques, spices, lanterns, famous Egyptian cotton, and everything under the Egyptian sun! Lunch is included during tour. (B,L) Day 4 Cairo (Giza Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara) This full day guided tour takes you to the Giza complex, including the Pyramid of Khufu (the Great Pyramid), the only remaining monument of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and Great Sphinx. After Giza precede to Memphis, where we tour the 'open air museum', site of the Colossus of Ramses the Second and the Alabaster Sphinx. The visit to Sakkara will include the Step Pyramid, the first pyramid ever built. You will subsequently view the Pyramid of Teti. Time permitting we will stop at a school of carpet weaving. Lunch is included during tour. (B,L) Day 5 Cairo/Aswan/Cruise (Edfu) After a short flight you will arrive in Aswan, where you will be met and transferred to the pier and assisted during embarkation on the M/S Sonesta Nile Goddess. Enjoy a morning tour of the High Dam, an outstanding water project undertaken with the aim of preventing the Nile River's flooding. Also stop at the Granite Quarries, which in antiquity furnished the stone for the monolithal, colossal statues, obelisks, and shrines which are found throughout Egypt. See the Unfinished Obelisk and the Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis, Goddess of Magic. The temple had to be relocated block by block to its current location because of the rising waters caused by the dams built on the Nile. Lunch will be served on board. Sail for Kom Ombo where you will visit the temples of Sobek and of Haroeris. You will resume sailing and arrive in Edfu where you will overnight on board ship. (B,L,D) Day 6 Cruise (Edfu/Luxor) Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, the Falcon God. The temple is known as the major Ptolemaic temple, built between 237 B.C. to 57 B.C., up to the reign of Cleopatra VII. Of all the temples that remain in Egypt, the Temple of Horus is the most completely preserved. In Edfu there are also the remains of ancient pyramids. Sail by the Esna Lock on your way to Luxor, where you will spend the night on board ship. (B,L,D) Day 7 Cruise (Luxor) Visit the necropolis on the Nile West Bank that includes the Valley of the Kings & Queens, a vast City of the Dead where magnificent tombs were carved into the desert rocks. These tombs were richly decorated and filled with treasures for the afterlife of generations of Pharaohs. You will also have the chance to visit at least one tomb in the Valley of the Queens. The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (ancient Egypt's only female Pharaoh) rises out of the desert plain in a succession of terraces, merging with the sheer limestone cliffs that surround it, as if nature herself had built this extraordinary monument. On the way back to the river Nile, your road passes by the famed Colossi of Memnon. Overnight in Luxor on board ship. (B,L,D) Day 8 Cruise (Luxor/Cairo) Morning tour to visit Temple of Karnak, built over more than a thousand years by generations of Pharaohs. The great 'Hypostyle Hall' is an incredible forest of giant pillars, covering a vast area. Proceed to the Temple of Luxor, famous for its pillars that take the form of a bundle of papyri. This temple, dedicated to Amun?Ra, was celebrated annually. Disembark from your boat and transfer to Luxor Airport for a short flight to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to your hotel and balance of the day at leisure. You have an opportunity for a last visit to a shopping bazaar and to enjoy Cairo's exciting nightlife. (B) Day 9 Cairo to USA (or extend your stay) Morning transfer to Cairo International Airport for your return flight home. Meals and refreshments are served aloft. This is sample itinerary. The route of two ships may have slight variations, however all the sites and monuments described will be seen. (B)

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Dates City Type 2 Star 3 Star 4 Star 5 Star Rates for 2010 on the MS Sonesta Nile Goddess * * Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 2010 Land & Cruise $1,386 $1,582 Sep. 6, 13, 20 2010 Land & Cruise $1,386 $1,582 Sep. 27 2010 Land & Cruise $1,748 $1,582 Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 2010 Land & Cruise $1,748 $1,897 Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 2010 Land & Cruise $1,797 $1,948 Dec. 6 2010 Land & Cruise $1,797 $1,948 Dec. 13 2010 Land & Cruise $1,797 $1,948 Dec. 20 2010 Land & Cruise $2,084 $2,247 Dec. 27 2010 Land & Cruise $2,084 $2,247 Show rates for further dates? Yes No Rates for 2011 on the MS Sonesta Nile Goddess * * Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 2011 Land & Cruise $1,916 $2,096 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 2011 Land & Cruise $1,916 $2,096 Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 2011 Land & Cruise $1,916 $2,096 Apr. 4, 11 2011 Land & Cruise $1,916 $2,096 Apr. 18, 25 2011 Land & Cruise $2,255 $2,397 Rates for 2010 on the MS Mojito * * Jul. 31 2010 Land & Cruise $1,295 $1,593 Aug. 7, 14 2010 Land & Cruise $1,295 $1,593 Aug. 21 2010 Land & Cruise $1,295 $1,495 Aug. 28 2010 Land & Cruise $1,295 $1,468 Sep 4, 11, 18 2010 Land & Cruise $1,295 $1,468 Sep. 25 2010 Land & Cruise $1,312 $1,522 Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 2010 Land & Cruise $1,452 $1,608 Oct. 30 2010 Land & Cruise $1,452 $1,662 Nov 6, 13, 20 2010 Land & Cruise $1,452 $1,662 Nov. 27 2010 Land & Cruise $1,452 $1,715 Dec. 4 2010 Land & Cruise $1,452 $1,715 Dec. 11 2010 Land & Cruise $1,452 $1,662 Dec. 18 2010 Land & Cruise $1,600 $1,789 Dec. 25 2010 Land & Cruise $1,689 $1,948 Rates for 2011 on the MS Mojito * * Jan 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 2011 Land & Cruise $1,495 $1,892 Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 2011 Land & Cruise $1,495 $1,892 Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 2011 Land & Cruise $1,495 $1,892 Apr 2, 9, 16 2011 Land & Cruise $1,495 $1,892 Apr. 23 2011 Land & Cruise $1,775 $2,029 Apr. 30 2011 Land & Cruise $1,362 $1,564

 

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J W Marriott

Le Meridien Pyramids

Sonesta Cairo Hotel

Airfares are available and are based Via Egypt Air.
Plus applicable airport taxes and fuel surcharge and fees, which are currently at $295 but are subject to change.

Cabin Upgrade & Supplements for suite accommodations available on request
Included Airfares from New York are based on current estimates and are subject to change. Actual airfares from all gateways will be advised at the time of booking. Some airfares may require instant purchase.

All prices are based per person on double occupancy. Rates for Triple/Children and extra nights at arrival and departure city are available on request. Other hotels in Cairo are also available on request.

M/S Sonesta Nile GoddessView Deck Plan

M/S Sonesta Sun Goddess is a category 5-Star Deluxe vessel, built in 1989 – completely renovated year 2008, offering superlative luxury and comfortable cruising for the experience of a lifetime. The boat features 5 decks including 49 standard cabins. 4 extravaganza suites with private terrace. 4 deluxe suites with private lounge. All suites & cabins have broad panoramic windows. Private direct-dial telephones. Safety deposit boxes & mini bars. Music system. Individual climate control. Wireless internet access. Plasma TVs and marine satellite. Bathrooms are equipped with bathtubs and hairdryers. Panoramic elevator. Barbecue area on deck. Gym room, Massage room, Sauna and Jacuzzi. Technical Data : Length 236.22 feet - Width: 42.65 feet - Height: 36.09 feet Water purification station (ultra violet), filtered and softened before distribution - Sound proof and fire resistant panels and ceilings - Fire alarm protection and sprinkler system 3 engines 380 hp (VOLVO PENTA) - 3 generators. Classification : Awarded the Certificate of Excellence from the American Bureau of Shipping (A.B.S.). Classified as A1 River Service.

Amenities
Onboard Entertainment: Entertainment on board is a marvelous complement to the daily activity ashore. Have fun in a state of the art Discotheque, Belly dancer show, "Gallabiya" party, a Nubian folklore show.and all other nightly entertainment. A great highlight is the Captain’s cocktail party. During the day time enoy the outdoor swimming pool with bar service, jogging track located on the sun deck, billiard and Spa. In order to stay in form, before or after the daily adventures ashore, the M/S Sonesta Sun Goddess gives you a Gym room, Massage room, Sauna and Jacuzzi.

Dining
Savor the superb international gourmet cuisine available in the many boat’s venues. Main Dining Room: serving breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a la carte dinners are served in an atmosphere of elegance on the lower deck. Sun Deck Bar: overlooking the Nile, offering refreshing cocktails all day until sunset, as well as barbeque specialties. Lounge: adjacent to the lobby, the lounge which features a dance floor, serves light meals for lunches and dinners and also a wide range of cocktails and beverages in a comfortable and stylish ambiance. Bar service can also be found on the sun deck by the Outdoor Swimming Pool which also offers a jogging track, billiard and the Spa

Full-day Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Citadel $114 This Tour is Available from:Cairo
Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Citadel
Departure time: Actual pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Egypt
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 7 hours

Highlights: See the pyramids of Cheops, Chephran and Mycerinus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and the Great Sphinx of Giza, a monument that stands 65 feet high and 187 feet long, and that combines the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body. See the Citadel, one of the world s greatest monuments and most important landmarks in Cairo. Visit the Mosque, also called the Alabaster Mosque, due to the extensive use of alabaster stone for the exterior walls. Visit the Egyptian Museum. Situated on Tahir Square in Cairo, with its 107 halls, it is the most important museum in Egypt. Statues, mummies, antique jewels and the Tutankhamon treasures are on display. Lunch is included

Full-day Pyramids, Sphinx, Solar Boat, Memphis & Sakkara $131 This Tour is Available from:Cairo
Pyramids, Sphinx, Solar Boat, Memphis and Sakkara
Departure time: Actual pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Egypt
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 8 hours

Highlights: See the pyramids of Cheops, Chephran and Mycerinus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and the Great Sphinx of Giza, a monument that stands 65 feet high and 187 feet long,and that combines the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body. Continue with a visit of Memphis, the first capital city of Egypt, and Sakkara, one of the most exciting historical and archaeological areas in Egypt. Lunch is included

Full-day Alexandria $145 This Tour is Available from:Cairo
Alexandria
Departure time: Actual pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Egypt
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 6 hours

Highlights: Visit the National Museum with Greek and Roman artifacts, the Library, the Catacombs of Kom El Shuqafa and the Qaitbay Fort, the ancient lighthouse. Lunch is included

Half-day Citadel $42 This Tour is Available from:Cairo
Citadel
Departure time: Actual pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Egypt
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 2 hours

Highlights: See the Citadel, one of the world s greatest monuments and most important landmarks in Cairo. Visit the Mosque, also called the Alabaster Mosque, due to the extensive use of alabaster stone for the exterior walls.

Half-day Egyptian Museum $43 This Tour is Available from:Cairo
Egyptian Museum
Departure time: Actual pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Egypt
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 3 hours

Highlights: Situated on Tahir Square in Cairo, with its 107 halls, it is the most important museum in Egypt.Statues, mummies, antique jewels and the Tutankhamon treasures are on display.

Half-day Memphis & Sakkara $55 This Tour is Available from:Cairo
Memphis and Sakkara
Departure time: Actual pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Egypt
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 4 hours

Highlights: See Memphis, the first capital city of Egypt. Continue with a visit of Sakkara, one of the most exciting historical and archaeological areas in Egypt.

Half-day Pyramids & Sphinx $49 This Tour is Available from:Cairo
Pyramids and Sphinx
Departure time: Actual pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Egypt
Schedule: Daily
Duration: Approx. 3 hours

Highlights: See the pyramids of Cheops, Chephran and Mycerinus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and the Great Sphinx of Giza, a monument that stands 65 feet high and 187 feet long, and that combines the head of a pharaoh with a lion s body.

Sound & Light Show at Pyramids $43 This Tour is Available from:Cairo
Sound and Light Show at Pyramids
Departure time: Actual pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Egypt
Schedule: Daily, except Thursdays and Sundays
Duration: The show is approx. 1 hour

Highlights: Evening performance by the Pyramids