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Splendours of Egypt
A 13-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $2,399
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| Starting Price: | $2,399 |  |
| Tour Length: | 13 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Egypt | |
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Cities Visited: While you might find hustle and bustle in the bazaars of Cairo, it is certainly not to be found aboard your luxury Nile cruiser. With seven nights to relax while you glide down the Nile. |
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Included Premium Highlights
- Admire the artifacts recovered from the tomb of Tutankhamun in Cairo's Egyptian Museum
- Drive to the Pyramids to witness the magical Sound and Light Show
- Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and tombs of the Pharoahs in the Valley of the Kings
- Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae
- Venture inside one of the Pyramids on your guided tour of Giza
Included Additional Excursions & Sights
- Visit Mohammed Ali Mosque and enjoy stunning views over Cairo from the Citadel
- Tour the awesome Karnak Temple with its vast Hypostyle hall
- Visit the Temple of Hathor in Dendara with its rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarian
- See the Colossi of Memnon, two giant faceless statues of Amenophis III
- Enjoy a visit to Luxor Temple which lay hidden beneath the sand for thousands of years
- Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu built on the place where Horus and Seth met in combat
- Tour the Temple at Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to two gods
- Visit the unfinished obelisk in the granite quarries and see the Aswan High Dam
- Sail on a 'felucca' around Aswan's Botanical gardens
- Visit the Rameses II statue and alabaster Sphinx in Memphis
- See the Sakkara Step Pyramid of King Zozer - the oldest in the world
Insight's Cairo & Nile Cruise
- Insight's professional multi-lingual Egyptologist/Tour Director accompanies you
- Sightseeing by air-conditioned coach
- Deluxe hotel with all service charges, taxes and porterage
- 7 night Nile cruise on the MS Miriam or MS Giselle (or similar) including cruise boat gratuities
- Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
- Scheduled air travel between Cairo and Luxor
- Services of Insight's Representative in Egypt
- Arrival & departure transfers between the airport and your Insight tour hotel.
Included Quality Dining
- Egyptian dinner and Galabea Party with entertainment while cruising (HD)
- 11 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 7 Lunches (L) and 6 Dinners (D), plus bottled water and tea or coffee whilst cruising
Day 1 - DEPART USA
Overnight flight.
Day 2 - ARRIVE CAIRO
Welcome to the timeless land of the Pharoahs, a vast treasure trove of ancient temples, tombs and monuments, which has attracted travellers for centuries. On arrival in Cairo, you are met and transferred to your hotel to relax and settle in.
Hotel: Cairo Marriott
Day 3 - CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast there is a detailed pre-tour briefing with your Tour Director. Then commence your exploration of Cairo with a visit to the Citadel for breath-taking views over the city. Salah El Din started the Citadel in the 12th century, but it owes its present outline to Mohammed Ali, whose great Mosque you visit next. This afternoon visit the Egyptian Museum, an unrivaled warehouse of Pharaonic treasure. Among the many exhibits are the fabulous artefacts recovered by archeologist Howard Carter from the tomb of King Tutankhamun. Later, drive to the Pyramids to witness the magical Sound and Light Show which literally illuminates the ancient history of Giza - an unforgettable introduction to the world of ancient Egypt. (BB)
Day 4 - CAIRO - LUXOR - JOIN CRUISE
Transfer to the airport for your flight south to Luxor, founded around the ancient site of Thebes. On arrival, drive immediately to Karnak, the largest temple complex ever built by man, constructed over a time period of 1500 years. Walk through the avenue of Ram-headed sphinxes, past the statue of Rameses II, to the vast Hypostyle Hall, a veritable stone forest, housing 134 giant decorated columns. Later, get to know your cruise boat, and set sail for Dendara.
Ship: MS Miriam/Ms Giselle. (BB,L,D)
Day 5 - ON BOARD SHIP
Visit the Temple of Dendara this morning. It was built in the 1st century BC by Ptolemy VIII, and then later, Roman Emperors continued to decorate it in honour of Hathor, the Goddess of maternity, love and music. One of the best preserved temples in all Egypt it also contains a rare depiction of Cleopatra VII and Caesarian, the son of Julius Caesar. Cruise back along the Nile to Luxor, arriving around midday where you can take in the exotic mix of sights and sounds at your leisure. In the cool of early evening, visit the ancient Temple of Luxor, which was hidden for thousands of years, buried beneath the streets and houses of the town until excavated in the 1860's by archeologist Auguste Mariette. (BB,L,D)
Day 6 - ON BOARD SHIP
Across the Nile, to the west of the city, lies the necropolis of ancient Thebes. Stop for a photo of the Colossi of Memnon; these two giant seated figures of Amenhotep III once guarded his mortuary temple. Continue to the reconstructed temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rare female Pharaohs. In the nearby Valley of the Kings, the Egyptian kings planned to meet their Gods in the afterlife. See how when you visit some of their tombs! Return to your cruise ship now and set sail via the Esna Lock to Edfu, where there is free time on arrival. (BB,L,D)
Day 7 - ON BOARD SHIP
This morning, have a look inside the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, dedicated to the Falcon God. After exploring this fascinating site, your cruise continues to the exotic city of Aswan. Don your galabeas (traditional Egyptian attire), for a fun-filled Egyptian Dinner and Galabea Party. (BB,L,HD)
Day 8 - ON BOARD SHIP
A full day of sightseeing includes a fun motorboat ride across the Nile to the extraordinarily preserved temple complex of Isis on the island of Philae. Visit the High Dam and the granite quarries where many of Ancient Egypt's obelisks were made. See the unfinished obelisk still attached to the granite bedrock, commissioned by Hatshepsut but abandoned due to a large fault line. Complete your day by sailing in a traditional felucca around Aswan's botanic gardens. (BB,L,D)
Day 9 - ON BOARD SHIP
Spend the morning at leisure in Aswan or perhaps join the optional excursion by air to the temples of Abu Simbel, carved out of the rock by Rameses II. In the afternoon, sail for Kom Ombo. The Kom Ombo Temple is a beautiful sight as you approach it from the river. It's uniquely dedicated to both Horus the Elder and Sobek the Crocodile headed God. At one time crocodiles would have been kept in the temple and there is even a mummified example on display. (BB,L,D)
Day 10 - ON BOARD SHIP
Your cruise continues along the life giving waters of the Nile, a visual feast for the senses, passing irrigated fields and shady villages. In the evening, arrive back in Luxor where there is time for last minute shopping and sightseeing. (BB,L,D)
Day 11 - LUXOR - CAIRO
Disembark your cruise and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. Perhaps opt for a lively dinner with entertainment tonight?
Hotel: Cairo Marriott (BB)
Day 12 - CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
Drive to Memphis, the famous capital of the ancient world. Admire the colossal statue of Rameses II and the great alabaster sphinx. Continue to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest pyramid in the world, dating back from 2700 BC. In the afternoon enjoy a guided tour of Giza, home of the enigmatic Sphinx and the magnificent Pyramids, the last survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Your tour includes a highlight visit inside one of these extraordinary creations! (BB)
Day 13 - RETURN TO USA
The tour ends with transfers to Cairo airport. (BB)
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Included Premium Highlights
- Admire the artifacts recovered from the tomb of Tutankhamun in Cairo's Egyptian Museum
- Drive to the Pyramids to witness the magical Sound and Light Show
- Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and tombs of the Pharoahs in the Valley of the Kings
- Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae
- Venture inside one of the Pyramids on your guided tour of Giza
Included Additional Excursions & Sights
- Visit Mohammed Ali Mosque and enjoy stunning views over Cairo from the Citadel
- Tour the awesome Karnak Temple with its vast Hypostyle hall
- Visit the Temple of Hathor in Dendara with its rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarian
- See the Colossi of Memnon, two giant faceless statues of Amenophis III
- Enjoy a visit to Luxor Temple which lay hidden beneath the sand for thousands of years
- Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu built on the place where Horus and Seth met in combat
- Tour the Temple at Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to two gods
- Visit the unfinished obelisk in the granite quarries and see the Aswan High Dam
- Sail on a 'felucca' around Aswan's Botanical gardens
- Visit the Rameses II statue and alabaster Sphinx in Memphis
- See the Sakkara Step Pyramid of King Zozer - the oldest in the world
Insight's Cairo & Nile Cruise
- Insight's professional multi-lingual Egyptologist/Tour Director accompanies you
- Sightseeing by air-conditioned coach
- Deluxe hotel with all service charges, taxes and porterage
- 7 night Nile cruise on the MS Miriam or MS Giselle (or similar) including cruise boat gratuities
- Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack
- Scheduled air travel between Cairo and Luxor
- Services of Insight's Representative in Egypt
- Arrival & departure transfers between the airport and your Insight tour hotel.
Included Quality Dining
- Egyptian dinner and Galabea Party with entertainment while cruising (HD)
- 11 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 7 Lunches (L) and 6 Dinners (D), plus bottled water and tea or coffee whilst cruising
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SAVE 5% FOR 5 - 8 PASSENGERS
Why not share your Insight tour experience with your friends and family – and save money! If 5-8 passengers book together we offer a discount of 5%. Further savings are available for groups of 9 or more passengers! This discount cannot be combined with Frequent Traveler, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, the names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Does not apply to Oberammergau Passion Play Option, additional accommodation, airfares or fl ight supplements, Select London Week, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, and tours with Mediterranean or River cruises.
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This discount cannot be combined with our “Friends & Family Discount”.
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INSIGHT’S ROOM MATE MATCHING
For people traveling alone on an Insight coach tour, we’ll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don’t have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we’ll provide a single room at no extra cost†. There is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Does not apply to additional accommodation, Riad upgrade option, airfares or flight supplements, Select London Week, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, Irish Elegance, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours and tours with Mediterranean or River cruises. †Single rooms are not available for the Oberammergau Passion Play Option.
TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT
When three people travel together room, each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Triple
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from your Tour Director. Insight’s Club Bon Voyage and 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further
tour booking. This discount cannot be combined with our “Friends & Family Discount” and “Extra Tour Discount.” Does not apply to Oberammergau Passion Play Option, additional accommodations, Select London Week, Select London & Paris and Select London, Paris & Rome.
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Ratings & Reviews:
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The most recent reviews for this tour:
Gichiguy rated this tour a 5 on 4/23/2010 4:01:02 PM and says:
"Just finished this tour. This was our first tour ever and I think it has set the bar very high. I honestly think the tour guide is what made this a great experience. Hatem wasa our guide and his knowledge and ability was great. A very few thought it was some lecturing but I found it very informative. The nile cruise boat was nice. Very smooth sailing and the staff was amazing also. Food was OK, not what I would concider Luxury but was still very well done. Everything from Airport pick up to the end was very well executed. Insight also handled all tips except for the bus driver and the Tour director, Which I hear isnt normal but very nice. Take the optional Abu Simbel trip, its well worth the money. Tour size was nice, around 30 - 35. Weather was very hot(up to 110) but no humidity so it wasnt horrible. So I would say this is the tour to take."
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