destination: SECRETS OF EGYPT & THE NILE
WHY SHOULD YOU GO?
Egypt has captured the world’s imagination and continues to make an extraordinary impression on those who visit; and we are delighted to take you there. While traveling along Egypt’s Nile River, you’ll be treated to a connoisseur’s discovery of this ancient civilization with an unparalleled river cruise and land adventure that includes exquisite cuisine, beautiful accommodations, authentic excursions and extraordinary service. Discover ancient splendors such as the Great Hypostyle Hall of Karnak, the beguiling Temple of Luxor and the mystifying Valley of the Kings and Queens, along with exclusive access to the Tomb of Queen Nefertari. While in Cairo, you’ll stay at the 5-star Four Seasons at The First Residence, an oasis in the middle of the city, where each day, you’ll experience some of the world’s most astonishing antiquities. Come face to face with King Tut’s priceless discoveries at the Egyptian Museum, as well as the Great Sphinx and the three Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; and gain private access to Cairo’s Abdeen Presidential Palace. This mesmerizing destination has entranced archaeologists and historians for generations and inspired its own field of study—Egyptology. Now it’s time for you to be entranced. We look forward to sharing Egypt with you.
WHAT TO EXPECT : TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
3-NIGHT CAIRO PRE-CRUISE, 7-NIGHT CRUISE ROUNDTRIP LUXOR, 1-NIGHT CAIRO POST-CRUISE
Feb 18 - March 1, 2022
Day 1 Cairo - Hotel check-in
Day 2 Cairo
Egyptian Museum and King Tut's treasures
Lunch at the famous Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant in Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Citadel of Salah Ed-Din and Alabaster Mosque
Day 3 Cairo
Ancient Memphis sites, including the Zoser Pyramids, Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Solar Boat Museum, including lunch at the historic Mena House Hotel overlooking the Great Pyramid
Day 4 Cairo - Luxor
Flight to Luxor
Luxor Embarkation
Luxor Temple
Day 5 Luxor
The Valley of the Kings and Queens, The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, the Colossi Memnon and exclusive access to the Temple of Queen Nefertari
Day 6 Edfu
Temple of Horus
Day 7 Aswan
Felucca ride to Nubian Village of Hessa
Day 8 Aswan
The Unfinished Obelisk, the High Dam and Philae Temple
Temple of Sobek and Temple of Haroeri
Day 9 Luxor
Karnak Temple
Day 10 Luxor - Qena
The Great Temple of Abydos of Seti I
Qena The Temple of Hathor in Dendera
Cruise back to Luxor
Day 11 Luxor - Cairo
Disembarkation
Flight to Cairo
Cairo Exclusive private tour of the Abdeen Presidential Palace with lunch at the palace
Old Cairo, The Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue
Day 12 Cairo
Return flight home
TOUR DATES: Feb 18-March 1, 2022
PRICE: FROM $5,699 PER PERSON
OPTIONAL PRE CRUISE LAND PROGRAM AVAILABLE