Treasures of Egypt

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Treasures of Egypt



Tour Description:


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Dates & Pricing

Tuesday 09 Apr 24 — Sunday 21 Apr 24Starting at $8,700 Get a Quote
Monday 07 Oct 24 — Saturday 19 Oct 24Starting at $9,300 Get a Quote
Thursday 14 Nov 24 — Tuesday 26 Nov 24Starting at $9,300 Get a Quote


ITINERARY

Giza (Cairo)
Your journey into wonder begins at Giza with a two night Special Stay at your iconic hotel. Experience modern luxury in your elegant Deluxe Partial Pyramid View room. Sunset Drinks Enjoy drinks and canapés as the sun sets over the magnificent pyramids. Please book your flight to arrive into Cairo prior to 02:00 PM.

Giza
Be awed by the sheer magnitude of the pyramids before marvelling at the 20-metre limestone monolith of the Sphinx.Prepare for an afternoon of historical discoveries at the Grand Egyptian Museum including the artefacts recovered from Tutankhamun’s tomb. Gaze in wonder at the Solar Boat, a restored cedar wood barge dating back to 2500BC found buried near the Great Pyramid of Khufu.

Giza > Luxor
Fly to Luxor and relax in the beautiful gardens of your Special Stay hotel for two nights. This afternoon, enjoy some time at leisure to bask in an atmosphere steeped in history, romance and adventure.

Luxor
Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight - Choose to add an optional hot air balloon flight for a fascinating bird’s-eye view of the ancient sites (additional cost, please book on tour). Afternoon visit to the Valley of the Nobles hosting hundreds of tombs all embedded in the rock face, and very often richly decorated with frescoes depicting the working lives of their inhabitants.

Luxor > Nile Cruise
Embark on your luxurious private charter on board the boutique Sanctuary Sun Boat III as you settle into your elegantly appointed cabin. Discover the vast open-air temple complex of Karnak and be awed by the enormity of the pillars as you walk through the impressive Hypostyle Hall. Cross to the West Bank of the Nile and be astounded by the well-preserved, colourful hieroglyphics adorning the tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Later, see the impressive monument to Queen Hatshepsut.

Nile Cruise
Relax on the Sun Deck and catch a glimpse of daily life along the banks of the Nile as you cruise to Dendera and Hathor’s temple before returning to Luxor and visiting the impressive Luxor Temple.

Nile Cruise
Follow the course of the ancient pharaohs’ processions along the Nile as you cruise south where villages and majestic temples line the banks of the river against the backdrop of the desert. Visit Esna Temple held as a special place among the holiest temples of ancient Egypt.  This afternoon, sail to Kom Ombo Temple, perched high on the east bank, dedicated to Sobek, the Crocodile God. A fun night awaits on board with a lively and colourful Galabeyya party with Egyptian delicacies, music and dancing.

Nile Cruise
Cruise south to charming Aswan, the home of the Nubian people. Discover the Osiris temple complex of Philae. A leisurely afternoon awaits as you enjoy a felucca cruise on the Nile. This evening’s entertainment will delight with the colours of the whirling dervishes and a Nubian Dance performance.Tonight, join the Captain and crew for a farewell Gala Dinner.

Nile Cruise > Aswan
Freechoice: Visit a Nubian village or the beautiful but often-overlooked Kalabsha Temple on the shores of Lake Nasser. Alternatively, explore the Nubian Museum home to more than 3,000 objects.Be ensconced in luxury during your Special Stay and admire the sweeping views over the Nile from the comfort of your balcony. Discover the history of the hotel and follow in the footsteps of icons like Princess Diana, Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie as you enjoy pre dinner drinks at The Terrace, before dining at restaurant 1902.

Aswan
Fly to Abu Simbel and visit one of Egypt’s most magnificent monuments, the enormous World Heritage-listed temples of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari, rescued from the rising waters of the Aswan Dam.

Aswan > Cairo
Fly to bustling Cairo for your two night stay. Discover the priceless antiquities in the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization including the crown jewel of the museum, the Royal Mummies’ Hall.

Cairo
Freechoice: Discover Historic Cairo and the famed Museum of Islamic Art and learn about Islamic Calligraphy or explore Coptic Cairo and the Hanging Temple of Babylon. Alternatively, on Roda Island await one of the last Nilometers and the Menial Palace Museum. This evening, join your Tour Director for a farewell dinner.

Cairo
Say farewell as you transfer to Cairo airport. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the journey will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.

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