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Splendors of the Nile
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Step back in time and explore thousands of years of history, legend and lore as you view the timeless wonders of Egypt. Discover the world of the ancient Egyptians as you visit the incomparable sites of the pharaohs - Memphis and Sakkara, the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor and Karnak temples, and the tombs on the West Bank of ancient Thebes. Cruise along the legendary Nile River, pass colonnaded temples and stop at the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, situated at the crossroads of ancient caravan routes.
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| Details | | Collette Vacations | | Offer valid through 8/31/2008 | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Overnight Flight | Overnight Flight : Step back in time and explore thousands of years of history, legend and lore as you view the timeless wonders of Egypt. Discover the world of the ancient Egyptians as you visit the incomparable sites of the pharaohs - Memphis and Sakkara, the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor and Karnak temples and the tombs on the West Bank of ancient Thebes. Cruise along the legendary Nile River, pass colonnaded temples and stop at the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, situated at the crossroads of ancient caravan routes. Return home with a new understanding of this mystical land. | | Day 2 | Cairo | Cairo, Egypt : Gather for a special welcome reception and dinner this evening.Today dinner is included. | | Day 3 | Cairo | Cairo - Giza - Memphis - Sakkara - Cairo : This morning travel to nearby Giza to visit one of the seven ancient wonders of the world - the Pyramids of Giza. This afternoon, travel south to visit the site of ancient Memphis, with its 40-foot statue of Ramses II, and Sakkara, where you will see the oldest of all the pyramids, the Step pyramid.Today breakfast and dinner are included. | | Day 4 | Luxor | Cairo - Luxor : 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, transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor*.Today breakfast is included. | | Day 5 | Luxor | Luxor : Begin your tour of ancient Thebes as you 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.Today breakfast is included. | | Day 6 | Luxor | Luxor - Board Cruise Ship : Return to the West Bank to visit the tombs in the Valley of Nobles and the well-preserved temple complex of Medinet Habu. Embark on your Nile cruise this afternoon. After dinner, return to the Temple of Karnak for the breathtaking sound and light show.Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. | | Day 7 | Luxor | Luxor : Your ship sails in the early hours of the morning. Begin sailing down the mighty Nile, arriving in Esna. Continue sailing this afternoon toward Edfu.Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. | | Day 8 | Kom Ombo | Edfu - Kom Ombo : This morning visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Following lunch, set sail for Kom Ombo, where you will tour the famous double sanctuary.Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. | | Day 9 | Aswan | Kom Ombo - Aswan : Arrive in the Nubian city of Aswan 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.Today breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. | | Day 10 | Aswan | Aswan - Disembark Cruise Ship : Disembark your ship this morning. Visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the ancient Philae Temple of Isis.Today breakfast and dinner are included. | | Day 11 | Cairo | Aswan - Cairo : In the morning you may choose an optional tour to Abu Simbel**. See the extraordinary temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II, which were moved to their present site during construction of the Aswan High Dam. Fly from Aswan to Cairo*. Later in the day, enjoy some leisure time in Cairo, or you may choose to visit the fascinating Khan El Khalili bazaar at your leisure. Tonight, enjoy a fantastic farewell dinner at your hotel.Today breakfast and dinner are included. | | Day 12 | Cairo | Cairo - Tour Concludes : Your tour ends, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.Today breakfast is included. |
| | | Marriott Cairo Hotel & Casino, Cairo | | Sheraton Luxor Hotel, Luxor | | m/s Mirage I Cruise Ship | | Elephantine Island Resort operated by Movenpick , Aswan | | Marriott Cairo Hotel & Casino, Cairo | |
| | Total meals - 22 | Breakfasts - 10 | | Lunches - 4 | Dinners - 8 |
| Base Rates Per Person
Air rates are based from the following airport: New York *Tour and air prices are lead-in rates from a specific gateway based on twin occupancy and are subject to change. Rates do not include inter-air flights. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. For tours that feature a cruise, port taxes are not included in the prices above. |
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