| Cost From: | $3195 |
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| Length: | 7 days |
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| Activity: | Small Boat & Yacht Cruising, Archaeology, Cultural Adventures |
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Explore the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, view the glorious artifacts from King Tutankhamen’s tomb, then set off on a deluxe Nile cruise, gliding in the wake of the Pharaohs as you discover a mysterious world of soaring temples in a timeless desert landscape.
October to April
For our Private Journey trips, you choose your own group and your preferred dates—there are no set departure dates. Private Journeys are available to groups as few as two people or as large as you like. Contact us for availability, questions, or to book your adventure!
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$3195 (2-9 members) per person double occupancy
Single Supplement: $1190
Internal airfare: $365 (subject to change)
High Season Surcharge (Jan-Apr): $350-600 per person
Optional Abu Simbel Visit: $300 per person
Optional private guide on cruise: $600 per group
Alexandria Extension from: $1190
Petra & Dead Sea Extension from: $2595
Prices valid through September 30, 2010 (unless indicated otherwise)
Includes all land transportation and private guides in Cairo, shared guide on cruise
Please note: Because of the boat schedule, Day 1 of this itinerary must be a Wednesday.
Experience the wonder of the monumental pyramids of the great pharaohs, a colossal testament to mankind’s quest for immortality. Nothing quite prepares one for the first sight of the three pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus, and the enigmatic Sphinx. Explore the treasures of the renowned Egyptian Museum, including the stunning golden artifacts unearthed from the tomb of young King Tut, all in the company of your own Egyptologist guide.
A cruise on the storied Nile is the ultimate experience of this epic land of history. After visiting the Aswan High Dam, board a deluxe 5-star Nile cruise boat and discover the temples, tombs, and hieroglyphs that have entranced travelers for thousands of years. Explore the romantic and majestic temple complex of Isis at Philae, an exquisite blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman architecture, and the striking Temple of Kom Ombo, standing on a promontory at a bend in the Nile where in ancient times, sacred crocodiles basked in the sun on the riverbank. Among the many sites you visit is the extraordinary Temple of Horus, the most completely preserved Pharaonic temple in Egypt. On arrival in Luxor, discover the Valley of the Kings and Queens, home to magnificent tombs including that of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s only female pharaoh, the monumental temple of Karnak, and Luxor, a strikingly graceful piece of temple architecture on the banks of the Nile.
Enjoy free time to roam the twisting passageways of the ancient Khan El Khalili bazaar, little changed since the 14th century, or explore Coptic Cairo, with its ancient Christian churches. Depart on Day 7.
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If you would like to extend your adventure, we offer the following options:
Days 1 to 2 (2 nights), Giza, Egypt
People love this place for a compelling reason—it’s literally right across from the Pyramids. When you look out your hotel room window, ...
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Days 3 to 5 (3 nights), Nile River, Egypt
The luxurious 5-star Nile Adventurer, with only 28 double staterooms and four suites, enjoys a relaxed and intimate yacht-like atmosphere. ...
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Days 3 to 5 (3 nights), Nile River, Egypt
One of the nicest ships plying the Nile River, the 5-star Sun Boat IV is perfect for traveling this epic river. Its has 36 double staterooms and ...
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Day 6 (1 night), Cairo, Egypt
Ideally located in Cairo’s central Giza district on the west bank of the Nile, this hotel is a welcoming oasis with a top-notch staff and ...
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Note: Listed above are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
