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Best of Egypt (Cairo Roundtrip)
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 MS River Miriam
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OperatorTrafalgar
ShipMS River Miriam
Length11 Days
Port ChargesNot Included
Starting CityCairo, Egypt
Ending CityCairo, Egypt
RegionsEgypt
RiversNile
Departure DateJun 02, 2009
Return DateJun 12, 2009
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Brochure Price: Call Us Call Us Call Us $1890
Our Price:Call Us Call Us Call Us $1701
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Take a wonderful 11 day river cruise along the Nile. Cruising on the Ms Giselle or the Miriam. You will not be disappointed.

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ITINERARY
Day 1 - Depart Home Gateway City to Cairo

Day 2 - Arrive Cairo

Trafalgar meets you on your arrival at Cairo Airport and transfers you to your hotel. The remainder of your day is at leisure to discover the amazing contrasts of ancient and modern Egypt.

Day 3 - Cairo - Luxor - Nile Cruise (4 nights)

A morning flight from Cairo to Luxor on the River Nile. On arrival, the rest of the morning is free, before we board our luxury cruise ship for lunch. Later, we visit the grand Temple of Luxor which dominates the town and also the gigantic temple complex at Karnak. Explore the mighty temple of Amun with its mass of obelisks, pylons, colossi and courts. Plus marvel at the remains of the amazing Avenue of the Sphinx, which once stretched between the Temples of Karnak and Luxor. Later, we return to our cruise ship for dinner. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 4 - Nile Cruise: Luxor - Edfu
Today's highlight is a visit to the Valley of the Kings. Secluded in the Theban Hills, it is where the New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in dramatically shafted tombs built into the hillsides. Next we visit the Temple of Medinet Habou and on to the breathtaking Deir el-Bahri, Queen Hatshepsut's impressive temple. Later, we return to the ship and sail for Edfu. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 5 - Nile Cruise: Edfu - Kom-Ombo

This morning we visit Edfu to see Egypt's best-preserved cult temple, which was dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Then we continue our tranquil cruise along the Nile arriving at Kom-Ombo. Why not relax on deck and watch primitive villages on the banks of the river glide by? They have changed little in a thousand years. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 6 - Nile Cruise: Kom-Ombo - Aswan
We visit the roofless Temple of Kom-Ombo, which was built for the falcon and crocodile gods. From here we cruise to Aswan to take a memorable felucca ride across the Nile to visit the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener's Island. The felucca is the traditional craft of Egyptians who have sailed in them down the centuries. An amazing sight is a blood-red sunset, commonplace in Aswan, with the distinctive sails of dozens of felucca's silhouetted against the setting sun. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 7 - Aswan - Cairo (4 nights)
We disembark to explore the High Dam. Then we visit the Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae and the massive Unfinished Obelisk. Afterwards, there is a once in a lifetime opportunity to take an optional excursion to the mighty Sun Temple of Abu Simbel, flanked by four giant stone statues of Ramses II. The temple was reclaimed from the dam and reconstructed in its present and unforgettable location. Finally, we transfer to the airport for the return flight to Cairo. (Breakfast)

Day 8 - Cairo sightseeing
Today we enjoy a full day of sightseeing which will include the Citadel, the spectacular complex dominating Cairo's skyline. From here we make a visit to the Sultan Hassan Mosque and Mohammed Ali's Alabaster Mosque with its highly decorated and ornate interior. In Old Cairo we will visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary above the old Water Gate. Also we will visit the Egyptian Museum, home of King Tutankhamun's priceless treasures, discovered by Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings in 1922. This evening, there is time on your own to do as you please. You may wish to visit a traditional Egyptian folklore show. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 9 - Cairo - Pyramid Excursion
Today is full of amazing highlights. First we will drive to Memphis where we see the limestone Colossus of Ramses II and the giant Alabaster Sphinx. Next we continue to Sakkara where the Step Pyramid heralded the start of the pyramid age. From here prepare yourself for a breathtaking experience, as we marvel at one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Giza, and the Sphinx, which casts its enigmatic gaze across the sands of the desert. Your evening is at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 10 - Cairo at Leisure
Time to relax or maybe to the bazaar for some last minute shopping (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 11- Cairo - USA
This morning there's time to bid farewell to this unforgettable country and newfound friends as we transfer you to the Airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)

Please Note
The Esna Lock is closed during the period Jun 1-30 and Dec 1-16, therefore our Luxor sightseeing tour will be operated by coach from Esna.

Please note: Provisional Itinerary 2009
Prices, itineraries and tour content mentioned in this Preview are based on tours as featured in Trafalgar's Europe and Britain 2008 brochure.

The exact final composition of your tour will be published in Trafalgar's Europe and Britain 2009 Brochure, due for release in October 2008. By paying your deposit, you are agreeing to accept the finalized version of your tour itinerary, as published in Trafalgar's Europe and Britain 2009 Brochure, In return, Trafalgar will honor the tour prices listed in this brochure, even should the final tour price listed in Trafalgar's Europe and Britain 2009 Brochure, increase. In the event that your finalized tour price is lower, Trafalgar will refund the difference to you.

This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges and does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or its agencies.
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WHATS INCLUDED
Sightseeing Highlights
  • Luxor: Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Medinet Habou and the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. Visit the Temples at Edfu, Kom-Ombo and Philae.
  • Aswan: Felucca ride across the Nile. Visit the Botanical Gardens, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk.
  • Cairo: Sightseeing includes the Citadel, Alabaster Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque and Egyptian Museum.
  • Memphis: See the Ramses II statue and the Alabaster Sphinx.
  • Sakkara: Marvel at the Step Pyramid, the oldest in the ancient world.
  • Giza: Visit the Great Pyramids and Sphinx.

Dining Highlights
  • 5 Buffet breakfasts in Cairo
  • All meals on the Nile Cruise (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of a local guide on tour.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's air-conditioned motorcoaches.
  • Cairo Airport Transfers will be provided for passengers who have provided Trafalgar with their flight details.
  • A Trafalgar Bonus All internal flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo, plus all airport transfers are included.
  • Accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
A fabulous Nile Cruise is included
  • A highlight of this tour is a cruise along the legendary River Nile on board the latest and most luxurious of all ships, the superb the MS Giselle or MS Sapphire.
  • 5-star features of the the MS Giselle or MS Sapphire are fully air-conditioned, luxury two-berth cabins with en suite bathroom, full size bath, shower and toilet. There is a TV with video channels, music system, hair dryer, internal telephone and mini-bar.
  • On-board facilities of this superb vessel include a swimming pool and sun deck which runs the length and width of the ship, salon, two bars, a lounge for relaxing, dancing and folklore entertainment, a large restaurant serving Egyptian and international cuisine, and two gift shops.
Note: At certain times a similar cruise ship of the same category as the the MS Giselle or MS Sapphire may be used. Note: On occasion there may be the possibility of a slight alteration in the itinerary due to the sailing conditions on the Nile, domestic air schedules, religious holidays or any other unforeseen circumstance. In any case all included visits will be operated. Note: At certain times a similar cruise ship of the same category as the the MS Giselle or MS Sapphire may be used. Note: On occasion there may be the possibility of a slight alteration in the itinerary due to the sailing conditions on the Nile, domestic air schedules, religious holidays or any other unforeseen circumstance. In any case all included visits will be operated.
Complimentary Transfers
  • Passengers will need to make their way to the meet and greet area where they will be met by a representative holding a TRAFALGAR UNIWORLD sign. Passengers arriving outside the official dates of arrival will need to make their own arrangements or purchase a private transfer.
  • Departure Transfers: Departure Transfers: Flights must depart between 0700 and 1700 on the day that the cruise or the included land package ends in order to receive the ship to airport transfer. Passengers departing later than this must make their own arrangements or purchase private transfers.
  • Passenger flight details Passenger flight details must be given to Trafalgar 45 days days prior to departure in order to qualify for these transfers.
Important Note: Important Note: Complimentary transfers will vary on certain tours especially if a Land portion is included on the tour. Please contact Trafalgar or your Travel Agent at time of booking to confirm the Complimentary transfer status on your selected tour.

Please Note
  • Room Mate Matching is not available on this tour.
  • Triple rooms are not available on this tour.
  • Additional Visa Requirements US passport holders require a visa for Egypt.
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