Pathways of the Pharaohs (Cairo Roundtrip) 2010
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| Start Date | End Date | Cat1 | Cat2 | Cat3 | Cat4 | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Apr 06, 2010 | Sat, Apr 17, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote | |
| Tue, Apr 13, 2010 | Sat, Apr 24, 2010 | $8995 | $7095 | $6795 | Quote | |
| Tue, Apr 20, 2010 | Sat, May 01, 2010 | $8995 | $7095 | $6795 | Quote | |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2010 | Sat, May 08, 2010 | $8995 | $7095 | $6795 | Quote | |
| Tue, May 04, 2010 | Sat, May 15, 2010 | $8995 | $7095 | $6795 | Quote | |
| Tue, May 11, 2010 | Sat, May 22, 2010 | $8995 | $7095 | $6795 | Quote | |
| Tue, Sep 14, 2010 | Sat, Sep 25, 2010 | $8995 | $7095 | $6795 | Quote | |
| Tue, Sep 21, 2010 | Sat, Oct 02, 2010 | $8995 | $7095 | $6795 | Quote | |
| Tue, Sep 28, 2010 | Sat, Oct 09, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote | |
| Tue, Oct 05, 2010 | Sat, Oct 16, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote | |
| Tue, Oct 12, 2010 | Sat, Oct 23, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote | |
| Tue, Oct 19, 2010 | Sat, Oct 30, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote | |
| Tue, Oct 26, 2010 | Sat, Nov 06, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote | |
| Tue, Nov 09, 2010 | Sat, Nov 20, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote | |
| Tue, Nov 23, 2010 | Sat, Dec 04, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote | |
| Tue, Dec 07, 2010 | Sat, Dec 18, 2010 | $11195 | $7995 | $7595 | Quote |
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Itinerary
Egypt is the gift of the River Nile, according to the Greek historian Herodotus. The great city of Cairo, the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens, the unearthed secrets of desert sands - all are set on or near the banks of the nurturing Nile. Cruise the great river in luxury, and sail across Lake Nasser to the monumental statues of Rameses II and Nefertari at Abu Simbel. See Egypt in all its glory. Touch the pyramids and the eternal Sphinx, walk through ancient temples, marvel at the treasures of bygone dynasties, and meet the friendly people of today's Egypt on this fabulous 12-day cruise tour.
Day 1 Cairo Welcome to Egypt, 'the gift of the river Nile' as described by the Greek historian Herodotus. We meet you at the airport and transfer you to the deluxe superior first class Cairo Intercontinental Semiramis (or similar) on the banks of the Nile for a 3-night stay.
Day 2 Cairo and Giza
This morning we take an excursion to the necropolis at Sakkara to see the world's oldest step pyramid. There, you experience the 'ships of the desert' with a brief camel ride. After lunch, continue to the Giza plateau to behold the only Wonder of the Ancient World still standing: the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Kephren and Mykerinus. Nearby, see the Great Sphinx, forever facing due east. Return to your hotel for dinner and an evening at leisure, or attend an optional sound and light show at the pyramids. (B, L, D)
Day 3 Cairo
Today you see some of the sights of Cairo. A city tour takes you to landmarks like the iconic Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Lunch is on your own at or near your hotel. This afternoon, tour Cairo's Museum of Egyptian Antiquities to admire its huge collection of artifacts and wander through the hall of mummies. Visit the famous gallery displaying the riches of King Tutankhamen. Dine on your own in Cairo, or take an optional visit to Khan el-Khalili, a colorful outdoor souk (bazaar) - shop for traditional Egyptian goods and have dinner there. (B)
Day 4 Cairo and Luxor
Fly early this morning to Luxor, the city once known as Thebes. Upon arrival, visit the glorious Temples of Karnak and Luxor, where history is brought to life by our expert Egyptologist. Check in for one night at the Luxor Sonesta (or similar) and enjoy some time on your own this evening. (B, L)
Day 5 Luxor
Relax over breakfast, or take an optional early-morning hot air balloon ride over Luxor's temples and monuments. This morning's excursion takes you to the sprawling Dendera Temple complex; walk through the stone entryway to view the columns and hieroglyphics of well-preserved structures such as Hathor Temple. Embark your Nile cruise ship and enjoy a welcome lunch on board. This afternoon we spend some time at the small, beautifully planned Luxor Museum, where you see magnificent antiquities unearthed in the area - including the royal mummies of Ahmose I and Rameses I. Return aboard for dinner and a welcome cocktail. (B, L, D)
Day 6 Luxor
On your final morning in Luxor, visit the Valley of the Kings and the temple of Hatshepsut - one of Egypt's most successful pharaohs and one of her few female rulers - on the Nile's west bank, opposite the city of Luxor. Also see Medinet Habu, the mortuary temple of Rameses III - walk through its monumental peristyle hall decorated with complex hieroglyphics. Return aboard and have lunch as we set sail. Enjoy scenic cruising along the Nile this afternoon. (B, L, D)
Day 7 Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan
This morning, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, built during the Ptolemaic Dynasty to honor the falcon-headed god. Have lunch on board while sailing toward Kom Ombo. There, you take a guided tour of the unusual double temple dedicated to both Horus and the crocodile god Sobek, a fertility deity thought to have created the world. Return to your ship and continue cruising up the Nile. We arrive at Aswan during dinner, then have a guided walk through the souk and a Nubian party featuring the evocative traditional music of the region. (B, L, D)
Day 8 Aswan
After a final breakfast aboard, disembark your Nile ship at Aswan and transfer to Lake Nasser to embark your second ship. Tour the Aswan High Dam, completed in the 1960s, and the Temple of Kalabsha, which honors the androgynous Nubian sky and sun god Mandulis. Then take a scenic ride on a felucca - a traditional Egyptian wooden sailboat - on the Nile, and visit Philae, a small island used as a priestly retreat. Walk through the Temple of Isis, one of the Nubian monuments that comprise a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Return aboard for lunch and sail along the Lake Nasser shoreline. Enjoy dinner and a welcome cocktail. (B, L, D)
Day 9 Wadi el Seboua and Amada
This morning, walk through the 'Valley of the Lions' - a striking avenue lined with sphinxes. Then, tour the temple of Dakka, dedicated to the ibis-headed Thoth, and the nearby Greco-Roman temple of Meharakka. Lunch aboard as you cruise across Lake Nasser to Amada. This afternoon, tour the small but interesting Nubian Amada Temple - oldest of the Lake Nasser temples, it houses a collection of brightly painted historical carvings. Return aboard and dine as we arrive in Kasr Ibrim. This evening, attend a Nubian show featuring traditional music, dance and costumes. (B, L, D)
Day 10 Kasr Ibrim and Abu Simbel
This morning, we sail past the iconic Kasr Ibrim Fortress. Learn the story of the last Nubian monument remaining in its original location, and see it from the ship's sun deck. Later, like a mirage shimmering in the noonday sun, Abu Simbel fills the horizon as you slowly approach. These magnificent temples, renowned for their four giant seated figures, were built in the 13th century B.C. by Rameses II and are thought to depict him and his queen, Nefertari. The colossal structures were dismantled and moved to this new location during construction of the Aswan High Dam that created Lake Nasser - a major engineering feat in and of itself. After a guided tour, return aboard for dinner. Tonight, relax on your ship or enjoy an optional sound and light show at Abu Simbel. (B, L, D)
Day 11 Abu Simbel and Cairo
After a leisurely final breakfast aboard, disembark and head to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Check in to the superior first class CityStars Cairo Hotel (or similar) for 1 night, then enjoy free time. Return to your hotel for dinner and a free evening to relax or explore on your own. (B, L, D)
Day 12 Cairo
After breakfast, we take you to the airport for your flight home. Or, extend your journey for 4 nights in Jordan. See the lost city of Petra, the Dead Sea and the capital of Amman. (B)
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What's Included
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
Daily Shore Excursions 16 included guided tours
Included Meals Most meals: 11 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 8 dinners
Port Charges Included on all itineraries
Air Taxes, Fees, Fuel Surcharges and Transfers Included with airfare
Note: U.S. flights depart one day prior to hotel check-in date. Transfers are included with roundtrip airfare purchase. If air is not purchased from Viking River Cruises, transfers between airport and hotel may be purchased separately at the cost of $60 per person, per direction, and are available to passengers whose flights arrive or depart on hotel check-in or check-out day only. Airfare includes all government air taxes/fees of approximately $160 as well as all air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment is received. Additional baggage charges may apply; consult your airline.
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
Included Meals Most meals: 11 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 8 dinners
Port Charges Included on all itineraries
Air Taxes, Fees, Fuel Surcharges and Transfers Included with airfare
Note: U.S. flights depart one day prior to hotel check-in date. Transfers are included with roundtrip airfare purchase. If air is not purchased from Viking River Cruises, transfers between airport and hotel may be purchased separately at the cost of $60 per person, per direction, and are available to passengers whose flights arrive or depart on hotel check-in or check-out day only. Airfare includes all government air taxes/fees of approximately $160 as well as all air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment is received. Additional baggage charges may apply; consult your airline.
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
| Cabin 1 | Category - Suite |
| Cabin 2 | Category - A |
| Cabin 3 | Category - B |
| Cabin 4 | NA |
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