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The Glories of Egypt and The Nile

3 nts. Cairo, 5 Day Nile Cruise & 1 nt. Cairo | View Itinerary Map
 

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No country on earth boasts a longer recorded history than does Egypt, the Eternal 'Gift of the Nile' as described by the historian Herodotus . A statement as true today as it has been through seventy centuries of Egypt's extraordinary history. Start in Cairo, a city of a thousand minarets and a hundred cupolas, of winding alleys and vaulted passages…and not far away, three large stone sentinels emerge from the desert, Cheops, Mykerinos and Kephren, the famous pyramids of Giza. Embark on the 5-star deluxe Sonesta Nile Goddess, for a 4-day cruise along the Nile, the river worshipped as a river-god, a fertile source of life. This a journey that reveals the splendors of dynasty after dynasty of pharaohs. Magic names of legend. Luxor, Karnak, the Valley of the Kings the temple of Queen Hatshepsut the Colossi of Memnon, the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus, the Falcon God. Rejoice at the Temple of Isis at Philae, a monument moved it in its entirety to its present site when it's original location was threatened by the change in water level caused by the High Dam. Experience a felucca (Nile sail boat) ride to the Aga Kahn Mausoleum.This will be a once-in-a-lifetime trip! A romantic journey through space and time.

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• 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 • Professional tour director (Egyptologist) during stay in Egypt (included during cruise)
• Travel bag, one per person • Document holder and luggage tags
• Hotel taxes and service charges

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Day 1 Thu Depart USA

Evening departure. Meals and refreshments are served on board.



Day 2 Fri Cairo

Upon arrival in Cairo, you'll be met by your tour director and taken to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure.



Day 3 Sat Cairo/Luxor/Cruise

Short flight to Luxor, where you board the M/S Mojito in time for lunch. Tour Karnak temple complex and the Valley of the Kings. Admire Queen Hatshepsut's temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Dinner on board and overnight in Luxor. (B,L,D)



Day 4 Sun Cruise (Luxor/Edfu)

Cruise via the Esna Lock to the ancient settlement of Edfu located on the west bank of the Nile River. (B,L,D)



Day 5 Mon Cruise (Edfu/Aswan)

Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, the Falcon God, the most completely preserved in Egypt. Sail for Kom Ombo and visit the Temple of Sobek and the Temple of Haroeris. Resume sailing and arrive in Aswan where you will spend the night on board ship. (B,L,D)



Day 7 Wed Cruise (Aswan/Cairo)

After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Aswan Airport for your short flight to Cairo. Transfer to your chosen hotel and balance of the day is at leisure. (B)



Day 8 Thu Cairo

Full day city sightseeing including the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities with the treasures of Tutankhamen's tomb, then drive to the Citadel and visit the Muhammad Ali Mosque. In Old Cairo, visit Al Moallaka Church (Hanging Church) and Ben Ezra Synagogue. End this city tour at Khan el-Khalili market. Lunch is included during tour. (B,L)



Day 9 Fri Cairo (Giza Pyramids, Memphis & Sakkara)

Full day guided tour of the Giza complex including the Great Pyramid and the Great Sphinx. After Giza, proceed to Memphis, site of the Colossus of Ramses the Second and the Alabaster Sphinx. Drive to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid. Lunch is included during tour. (B,L)



Day 10 Sat Cairo to USA (or extend your stay)

Morning transfer to Cairo Airport for your return flight home. Meals and refreshments are served aloft. (B)
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2010 & 2011 Scheduled Departures

Now that you have chosen your package, the following chart below shows “Land Only” rates. To add your airfare, go to Book your Package, select "Flight + Land", select your departure date and departure city and you will add our most competitive airfares to your land price.

Rates (except cruise portion) indicated on the website are subject to currency fluctuations.  The correct price is available by either booking your reservation online or through our Call Center at 1-800-935-5000.

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Dates: City: Type:
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3 Star
4 Star
5 Star
Rates for 2010 on the MS Sonesta Nile Goddess * * from
 
Mar. 13, 20, 27 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,966 $2,082
 
Apr. 3 2010 Land & Cruise from
$2,315 $2,370
 
Apr. 10 2010 Land & Cruise from
$2,073 $2,082
 
Apr. 17, 26 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,966 $2,082
 
May. 01 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,545 $1,768
 
May. 8, 15, 22, 29 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,512 $1,768
 
Jun. 5, 12 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,512 $1,768
 
Jun. 19, 26 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,512 $1,768
 
Jul. 3, 10 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,512 $1,768
 

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Jul. 17, 24, 31 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,558 $1,768
 
Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,558 $1,768
 
Sep. 4, 11, 18 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,558 $1,768
 
Sep. 25 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,966 $2,082
 
Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 2010 Land & Cruise from
$1,966 $2,082
 
Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27 2010 Land & Cruise from
$2,082 $2,212
 
Dec. 4, 11 2010 Land & Cruise from
$2,082 $2,212
 
Dec. 18 2010 Land & Cruise from
$2,315 $2,521
 
Dec. 25 2010 Land & Cruise from
$2,521 $2,623
 
Rates for 2011 on the MS Sonesta Nile Goddess * * from
 
Jan. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 2011 Land & Cruise from
$2,170 $2,318
 
Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 2011 Land & Cruise from
$2,170 $2,318
 
Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26 2011 Land & Cruise from
$2,170 $2,318
 
Apr. 2, 9 2011 Land & Cruise from
$2,170 $2,318
 
Apr. 16 2011 Land & Cruise from
$2,603 $2,699
 
Apr. 23 2011 Land & Cruise from
$2,603 $2,699
 
Apr. 30 2011 Land & Cruise from
$1,649
 
 
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2 Star
3 Star
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5 Star
J W Marriott
 
Le Meridien Pyramids
 
Sonesta Cairo Hotel
 
 
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Conditions for 2010 & 2011

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

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.
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