EGYPT…The LAND OF THE PHARAOHS
October 17 - November 03, 2023
Led by Local Guide
Whether it is your first visit or your tenth, this is the perfect time for you to see Egypt, with its incredible monuments, temples, artifacts and history. Cruise along the eternal NILE River in the style of the “belle époque of the early 20th century” on a yacht that was built for the nobility and explorers of Egypt. Witness time standing still evidenced by the rhythm of life along its banks. Visit all of the classical sites of Egypt but also the unique and less traveled parts of the country that will reveal to you some of the most magnificent sites barely ever seen by travelers such as Siwa with its beautiful green lake that sits among this ocean of yellow sands and it carries a culture of its own. A highlight of this tour is the visit of the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum, which is the largest in the world and a true showcase. Visit temples, tombs, pyramids and markets and explore the Coptic Christian heritage of Egypt as well as its Islamic monuments. Explore Khan el Khalili bazaar in Cairo for a slice of life both past and present.
This tour will also take you along the Mediterranean to visit not only the crown jewel of the coast, Alexandria, but additionally the historic location of WWII battles in El Alamein, and culminating in Siwa Oasis, a Berber settlement with layers of history, beginning with Alexander the Great and ending with more modern influences the byproduct of which is a colorful unique culture.
NO trip is complete in Egypt without flying to see the most majestic and monumental of its temples: Abu Simbel. Let this superbly crafted exploration of Egypt captivate you with the bountiful treasures of ancient times and the hospitality of modern natives.
Tour Cost (Land Only):$7,595.00
Per person sharing in double occupancy
Single Supplement: $1,750.00
Price based on group size minimum of 6 participants and maximum of 14 participants
Trip Grade: I Lodging Level: ****
Tour Includes
Airport/Hotel/Airport transfers.
Accommodation at mentioned Hotels or similar on bed and breakfast basis.
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner).
Domestic flights ASW/ABS/ASW & CAI/LUX - ASW/CAI).
Travel by modern A/C motor coach.
Bottled water during touring on bus.
All Tours as per itinerary & entrance fees to the sites and museums mentioned.
Visit of King Tut Tomb.
English Speaking Licensed Guide throughout the tour.
All Porterage, gratuities to guide, drivers, and
porters (provided minimum number of travelers is reached).
Tour Does Not Include
International Airfare USA-CAIRO / CAIRO-USA.
Entry visa (Currently $30.00 available upon arrival).
Entrance inside the Pyramids and Tomb of Seti 1st ($85.00 pp).
Any meals not mentioned in the itinerary and drinks with or without meals.
Any required pre arrival & pre departure PCR tests.
Items of a personal nature (camera fees, laundry, phone calls, emails, excess luggage, etc.).
Transfers if not arriving/departing on scheduled flights/tour dates.
Dayroom/overnights necessitated by changes in airline schedules.
Trip surcharge to operate below required minimum participants.
Any increase to entrance fees imposed by government or new taxes or fuel surcharges.
Travel insurance (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED).
Trip Grade:
I Easy: Reasonably paced sightseeing, easy walking, and leisurely days. No particular physical challenges.
LODGING Level:
**** Luxury: Regular style- usually large - hotels, typical western standard with ample venues, and full amenities. (4 or 5 stars).
Sailing the Nile...aboard a Dahabiya: It is also spelled (Dahabeah, Dahabeeyah, Dahabiah, Dahabiyah and Dahabia). These river-going sailboats were common in Egypt in the days of the monarchy (1880-1940s) when travelers loved to cruise the Nile in style. We've revived those elegant days, but with modern comforts and facilities. It is an original and peaceful option to navigate on the river Nile and discover the most singular places of the landscape in a more intimate setting while in absolute luxury, exploring some of Egypt’s ancient sites in the same manner as those nearly 100 years before you.
Single Cabins on board are limited to 2 so availability will be based on first come first served. One cabin is a suite (supplement applies).
