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Splendors of the Nile - 12 days, 22 Meals
- DAY 1 - Overnight Flight
- DAY 2 - Cairo, Egypt
- Your tour begins in Cairo today. Gather for a special welcome reception and dinner this evening. (D)
- DAY 3 - Cairo - Memphis - Sakkara
- A preliminary overview prepares you for your excursion to the magnificent Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. After touring the pyramids, travel south to visit the site of ancient Memphis, with its 40-foot statue of Ramses II, and Sakkara, with the oldest of all the pyramids, the Step pyramid. (B)
- DAY 4 - Cairo
- Spend the morning discovering the incomparable collections of the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, including statues, reliefs, sarcophagi, and the treasures of the tomb of Tutankhamen. Later in the day, enjoy some time on your own to return to the museum or perhaps visit the fascinating Khan El Khalili bazaar. Tonight, see Cairo's skyline illuminated on an evening dinner cruise complete with regional cuisine and entertainment. (B, D)
- DAY 5 - Cairo - Aswan
- Fly from Cairo to Aswan. In the afternoon you may choose to take an optional tour to Abu Simbel. At Abu Simbel you will see the extraordinary temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II, which were moved to their present site during construction of the Aswan High Dam. (B)
- DAY 6 - Aswan - Cruise Ship
- Embark on your Nile cruise ship, the m/s Liberty, this morning. After lunch on board ship, sail by traditional felucca to Kitchener Island for a stroll through the botanical gardens. Your ship remains in Aswan overnight. (B, L, D)
- DAY 7: Kom Ombo
- Before setting sail, visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the ancient Philae Temple of Isis. Begin your cruise down the mighty Nile, stopping at Kom Ombo to tour the famous double sanctuary. (B, L, D)
- DAY 8: Edfu - Luxor
- This morning visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Following lunch, set sail for Luxor. Pause to view small villages alongside the river and enjoy a preview of the exciting sites that you will visit in Luxor (ancient Thebes) and on the West Bank. (B, L, D)
- DAY 9: Luxor
- Cross over to the West Bank of the Nile to visit the Valley of the Kings and Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. This afternoon, enjoy a tour of the massive complex of the Temple of Karnak. After dinner, return to the Temple of Karnak for the breathtaking sound and light show. (B, L, D)
- DAY 10: Luxor - Disembark Cruise
- Disembark your ship this morning. Return to the West Bank to visit the tombs in the Valley of Nobles and the well-preserved temple complex of Medinet Habu. This afternoon you may choose an optional tour to the Luxor Museum. (B, D)
- DAY 11: Luxor - Cairo
- Depart your hotel and fly back to Cairo. Enjoy a farewell dinner tonight. (B, D)
- DAY 12: Cairo - Tour Concludes
Base Rates Per Person
| Departure Date |
Double Rate |
| September 23 2005 |
$1899 |
| November 04 2005 |
$1999 |
| January 13 2005 |
$1999 |
| March 10 2005 |
$1999 |
| April 21 2005 |
$1999 |
Air inclusive rate starting at $3249 is per person from New York City during certain season. Call for other air rates and Business Class upgrades.
*Tour prices are based on double occupancy and are subject to change. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Additional tour dates may be available, please call us for information.
Important Information
- Sample air inclusive rate is subject to availability and may vary by airline, flight number or routing.
- Domestic air from Cairo to Aswan, and Luxor to Cairo, is not included in the land rate.
- Arrival and departure transfers to/from the airports in Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor are included.
- Entry visa to Egypt is not included in the price of the program. Cost is approximately $20 USD per person.
- The visa can be purchased upon arrival at the airport in Cairo. Your Tour Manager will help you with the visa purchase.
- All cabins are outside cabins.
- On some dates, the Nile River cruise may operate in reverse (from Luxor to Aswan).
- You must reserve the optional excursion to Abu Simbel when you book your tour. The cost is $275 per person.
- Many days will have early departures for excursions to avoid the mid-day high temperatures.
- Tour price does not include fees for a passport and visa, which are required.
