CENTRAL HOLIDAYS - EGYPT

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DAY 1I THU I CAIRO Arrive in the Land of the Pharaohs. Upon completion
of immigration and customs formalities at Cairo International Airport,
you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
DAY 2 I FRI I CAIRO Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading
out to explore the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, featuring the
world’s largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts and the treasures of
Tutankhamen’s tomb. Then drive to Old Cairo, where early Judaism and
Christianity flourished in Egypt. Here you will visit Al Moallaka Church
(the Hanging Church), Saint Sergius Chuch, and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
In the afternoon, a scenic drive will take you to explore the Pyramids
and Sphinx of Giza, which have stood for the last 5000 years. (B,L)
DAY 3 I SAT I CAIRO I LUXOR After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport
for your flight to Luxor, the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes. Here, you’ll
drive through lush farmlands to the Nile waterfront, where our newest
deluxe 5-star Deluxe Nile Cruise Ship, the “M/S Nebu”, awaits you.
After a safety briefing, you’ll enjoy lunch onboard the ship and settle
into your spacious and stylish suite. This afternoon, visit the Valleys of
the Kings and Queens, burial sites for many of the most powerful and
successful pharaohs and high priests. You’ll also visit the Temple of
Hatshepsut and Medinet Habu Temple. (B,L,D)
DAY 4 I SUN I CAIRO I LUXOR Today, the M/S Nebu proudly sets sail.
As Luxor dwindles into the distance, you’ll join a procession of other
stately cruise ships, amongst which the M/S Nebu surely takes the
gold. This is the ideal opportunity to luxuriate in the peaceful rhythm
of life on board the ship. In between sumptuous meals, cool off in the
sparkling pool, sip cocktails in the shade on the deck, curl up with a
good book, or capture everyday life along the Nile with your camera.
(B,L,D)
DAY 5 I MON I EDFU I KOM OMBO I ASWAN After breakfast today,
continue cruising up the Nile, arriving at the Temple of Kom Ombo
in the late morning. This temple, unlike many others in Egypt, was
dedicated to two gods – the Southern section is dedicated to the god of
fertility Sobek, known as the crocodile-headed man, and the Northern
section is dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus. There is also a
fascinating crocodile museum to visit here with many artifacts and
mummified crocodiles on display. Return to the ship for lunch and sail
onwards to the city of Aswan. (B,L,D)
DAY 6 I TUE I ASWAN I ABU SIMBEL I ASWAN Have a delicious
breakfast onboard the M/S Nebu and then head out for more
adventuring. Today, you’ll get an idea of the vastness of Egypt’s
ancient dynasties as we fly 175 miles south from Aswan to the visit
the great twin temples of Abu Simbel. Along with the Temple of Isis
at Philae, they are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known
collectively as the Nubian Monuments. Here, imposing 70-foot statues
of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari overlook the Nile. After marveling
at the architectural ingenuity of both the past and present, fly back to
Aswan in time to enjoy lunch on board the ship. This afternoon, climb
aboard a traditional felucca sailboat and sip sparkling wine in the
glorious sunshine. (B,L,D)
DAY 7 I WED I ASWAN I KOM OMBO I EDFU Rise and shine in Aswan
with a full breakfast onboard the M/S Nebu before heading out to
explore the area beginning with the massive Aswan High Dam. You’ll
also take a short boat ride across the reservoir of the Aswan Low Dam
to visit the elegant Temple of Philae, another of UNESCO’s Nubian
Monuments that had to be rescued from flooding. Philae was originally
located near the First Cataract but was flooded after the construction of
the Aswan Low Dam. From there, visit an ancient granite quarry, where
you’ll see the famed Unfinished Obelisk. After lunch on board the ship,
start your relaxing return cruise past Kom Ombo towards Edfu. This
evening, don traditional galabeyas for a fun party on board. Dressed in
traditional garb, you’ll be ready to dance like an Egyptian and to see a
vibrant Oriental show with lively music that is sure to set the mood for
a festive night like no other. (B,L,D)
2020 DATES & PRICING
THURSDAY ARRIVALS
Deluxe class hotel & cruise From $4,100
From prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Extra nights and single
occupancy are available upon request. Rates are not valid during certain holidays and
blackout periods.
INCLUDED FEATURES
•Hotel accommodations for 3 nights
•7 nights on board the M/S Nebu Nile River cruise ship
•25 meals consisting of:
- 10 buffet breakfasts
- 8 lunches
- 7 dinners
•Sightseeing, including licensed Egyptologist and all entrance fees,
as follows:
- Cairo tour including: Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum,
and Old Cairo
- Nile Cruise sightseeing including: Luxor, Esna, Edfu,
Kom Ombo, and Aswan
- Morning tour to Abu Simbel
•All transfers and luggage handling within Egypt
•All hotel taxes and service charges
•Document holder and luggage tags
PREFERRED HOTELS (or similar)
City Nts. Hotel
Cairo 2 Four Seasons First Residence Hotel
Nile Cruise 7 M/S Nebu
Cairo 1 Four Seasons First Residence Hotel
DAY 8 I THU I EDFU I LUXOR After breakfast, horse-drawn carriages
will await you along the waterfront at Edfu for the ride through this
small river city to the famously well-preserved temple of Horus.
The largest temple dedicated to the falcon god, it is notable for the
two stone falcons at its entrance and the huge relief figures on its
façade. This afternoon, enjoy lunch on board the ship and more
scenic Nile cruising as you return to Luxor. (B,L,D)
DAY 9 I FRI I LUXOR Power up with breakfast on board before
exploring two of Egypt’s most illustrious shrines: the Karnak and
Luxor Temple complexes. You’ll be awed by the Great Hypostyle
Hall, where a monolithic forest of 134 huge columns is ranked
in 16 rows. The largest are 33 feet around and soar to 80 feet in
height. After dinner this evening, you’ll be treated to a transfixing
belly-dancing show on board the ship. Famed for its controlled
and precise movements, Egyptian belly dancing is said to have
originated in Cairo’s nightclubs before graduating to create stars of
the silver screen. (B,L,D)
DAY 10 I SAT I LUXOR I CAIRO After breakfast, it’s time to bid
farewell to the Nile and the crew of the M/S Nebu. Disembark and
transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival,
you will be met and transferred to your hotel for overnight. (B)
DAY 11 I SUN I CAIRO TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY) After
breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure
flight. (B)
(B) Breakfast - (L) Lunch - (D) Dinner