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Ultimate Egypt Tour

Day 1: Cairo (no meals)
Welcome to Egypt! Meet and assist from Cairo Airport, transfer and check into your hotel.

Day 2: Cairo (B)
This morning we travel to the last remaining member of the Seven Wonders of the World – The Giza Pyramids. Situated west of the Nile, bordering on the Sahara desert, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, The Pyramid of Khafre, The Pyramid of Menkaure and The Great Sphinx are considered the world most significant sights. We continue onto Memphis, the ancient Capital City of Egypt. Lastly, we travel to Sakkara, which is the necropolis of Memphis and where you will find
the first pyramid ever built - The Step Pyramid of Zoser. Return back to your hotel for a free evening. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 3: Cairo (B)
Free morning. This afternoon we begin our tour today at the Egyptian Museum where the world\'s largest collection of monuments, mummies and daily artifacts of Ancient Egypt lie, including the famous mask and treasures of King Tutankhamen. After your guided tour and plenty of free time you return back to your hotel for a free evening. Overnight at your hotel.
This evening you have the option of enjoying the famous Sound and Light Show or a Cruise Boat Dinner and Belly Dancing Show.

Day 4: Cairo - Aswan (B) (D)
Today we tour to old Cairo visiting the Citadel (containing the Mosque of Muhammad Ali), the World Heritage Listed Coptic Area including Al-Muallaka (the Hanging Church built on the walls of a Roman Fort), The Church of St Sergius and finally The Ben Ezra Synagogue (the oldest Jewish Temple in Egypt built after the fall of Jerusalem in 70AD). Later this afternoon we visit the Khan Khalili Bazaar. This evening we board the overnight sleeper train enjoying Dinner and Breakfast in your own compartment. Overnight Sleeper Train.

Day 5: Aswan (B)
Arrive to Aswan by late morning and check into your hotel. This afternoon a visit out of town takes us to the mighty High Dam a modern feat of engineering, continuing, we enjoy a short ride to Agilika Island for Philae Temple - dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Following Philae you have free time to explore the vibrant colorful souks and markets of Aswan. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 6: Aswan (B)
Early morning we have the option to visit the famous Abu Simbel (the remarkable rock cut temple of King Ramsis II) by road or plane.
Free day today. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 7: Aswan (B) (L) (D)
Mid morning transfer and check into your luxurious 5* Nile Cruise Boat - where we will spend the next few days. After lunch you will take a short trip on a traditional felucca sail boat visiting Elephantine and Kitchener Islands. Overnight Nile Cruise.

Day 8: Nile Cruise (B) (L) (D)
We set sail this afternoon for a 2 night voyage on the river Nile upstream stopping at Komombo Temple before sunset. Built in 185 BC Komombo is the youngest temple in Egypt. Overnight Nile Cruise.

Day 9: Nile Cruise (B) (L) (D)
After a morning sail we arrive at Edfu. We take a horse and carriage to visit the Great Edfu Temple dedicated to the falcon headed God Hours. Edfu Temple is considered the best preserved temple remaining in Egypt today. The rest of the day is spent relaxing and swimming on the sun deck watching the Nile drift by as we head towards Luxor. Later this afternoon we visit the Temple of Karnack, the largest temple in the world (70 acres) dedicated to worshiping the god Amun Ra, followed by a visit to the Temple of Luxor . Overnight Nile Cruise.

Day 10: Luxor - Hurghada (B)
After breakfast we disembark the cruiser in Luxor. With a big day ahead. An early start allows us to avoid the heat as we venture to the amazing Valley of Kings and Valley of the Queens on the West Bank of the Nile. We continue on to the unique, modern looking Temple of Queen Hatshepsut\'s, which forms a magnificent contrast with the cliffs of the Desert Mountains. Lastly we stop at the Colossi of Memnon. This evening you travel North East to Hurghada by private vehicle. Upon arrival to Hurghada check into your hotel. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 11: Hurghada (B)
Free time today to enjoy the Red Sea Resort Town of Hurghada. Once just a simple fishing village, Hurghada is now a bustling town famous for its crystal clear water, mild climate and untouched reefs. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 12: Hurghada – Sharm El Sheikh (B)
We rise early this morning to board the ferry to Sharm El Sheikh. Situated on the southern most tip of the Sinai Peninsular, this Red Sea hot spot has been billed as one of the most picturesque, idyllic vacation cities in the world. Water sports, diving, golf, tennis and shopping are to name just a handful of the activities available in Sharm. Once we have arrived and checked into our resort we begin free time. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 13: Sharm El Sheikh (B)
Free time today. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 14: Sharm El Sheikh - Dahab (B)
Mid Morning to Early morning you take a private transfer to Mt Sinai and St Catherine’s Monastery. Mt Sinai, famous for the peak where Moses received the Ten Commandments, is a greatly ventured pilgrimage destination. After lunch and your guided tour you continue on to Dahab. Upon arrival you check into your hotel and enjoy a free evening. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 15: Dahab (B)
Today you take a trip by 4x4 to the famous Blue Hole. Spend the afternoon swimming and snorkeling enjoying the amazing reefs. Return back to Dahab for a free evening. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 16: Dahab - Cairo (B)
Mid morning transfer to Cairo by private vehicle. Arrive back to Cairo and check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 17: Cairo - Alexandria - Cairo (B) (L)
We rise early this morning and travel north to the Mediterranean Coastal City of Alexandria. First stop is the Quitbey Forte, built in the 1477 with the same stones in the same location as the Pharos Light House (being one of the Seven Wonder’s of the World). We then visit the Catacombs of Kom Al Shouqafa otherwise known as the Roman Graves and the Graeco-Roman Museum. Lunch is at a seafood restaurant overlooking the beautiful shoreline and modern day life. Before we journey back to Cairo we have a change to stroll around the Alexandria Library, the largest and most prestigious library in the world. Free time this evening. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 18: Cairo - Baharia Oasis (B) (L) (D)
Depart Cairo by private car to Baharia Oasis. Upon arrival you will check into your hotel, freshen up and have lunch. The afternoon tour takes you to the Museum of Golden Mummies and the many tombs and temples of the area. Just before sunset you will visit Gebel Ingleez with the remains of the English House at the top. Return back to your hotel for a free evening. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 19: Baharia Oasis - White Desert (B) (D)
This morning you complete your local tour of the Oasis visiting Pyramid Mountain, The Salt Lakes, The Oasis Springs. You then embark on your 4x4 Desert adventure visiting The Black Desert, The Swiss Tomb, The Sand Dunes and the Oasis Gardens, the Old White Desert before arriving to the New White Desert. Here you will set up camp for the night and enjoy Bedouin style food cooked around the fire. Overnight Desert Camp.

Day 20: White Desert - Cairo (B)
After Breakfast we drive back through the Desert to the Oasis. You will quickly freshen up before transferring back to Cairo by private vehicle. Upon arrival to Cairo you will check into your hotel and enjoy a free afternoon. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 21: Cairo (B)
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for final departure of Egypt.

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Possibility of adding the days of visits below by paying a supplement corresponding or of substituting them has those initially proposed:

Day A
Visits of Dachur with the red pyramid and the Bent pyramid. Then direction the Pharaonic Village, On a small island on the Nile opposite the old man Cairo, this village gives you a small idea what was the everyday life at the time of the Pharaohs, you will see a whole village of old Egypt. And finally you will go to the Suk khan el kalili. Night at hotel.

Day B
Visits of Islamic Cairo with the visits of: the mosque of the Sultan Hasan (1359), largest of Islamic architecture in Egypt; the Mosque of El Rifaei, the tombs of some of the members of the royal family rests like Khidepe Ismael and his four wives of which famous Genevieve; the sister of Ferdinand de Liceps; as well as king Farouq etc...; the Mosque of Ahmed Ibn Tulun (878), most former who built; the Museum of Gayer Anderson, with the two houses of the Othoman time bought by this English doctor. You will be able to see the collection of anquities which it reported during its voyages throughout the world like India, Europe, China, Iran, Syria; the Maghreb etc...; the house of Ibrahim Kathuda El Sinnari (1794), founded for the scientists of Napoleon. Night the hotel.

Day C
Visits of Fatimid Cairo with the visits of: Visit street Al Mouez: Diving in Fatimid Cairo (969-1171) with the Al Azahar mosque, the second older mosque built in Egypt (972). From the same time visits Al Aqmar mosque with its splendid frontage which will be then adopted later for the frontage of the Coptic Museum and the Al mosque Hakem (XIe century). Al Futuh gates, oldest of the city of Cairo: - that of the time Ayyoubide (dynasty of Saladin 1171-1250). Outside, admire the complex Al frontage Salih Ayyoub that which faced Saint Louis (Louis IX), - time Mamelouk (1250-1517); with the funerary complexes including/understanding the mosque, the college and tombs, - Othoman time (1517-1805) with Sabil of Raman Abdel Katkhuda and the house of El Sihemi. To finish, the architectural visit of the Souk Khan El Khalili, artisan work and lanes with the Egyptian atmospheres. Night at hotel.

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Please note that our trips will be in 3 stars hotels. If you desire a hotel of a higher classification, please specify this in your request.

Price includes:

Meet & Assist - Airport Transfers.
All Transportation and Tours Mentioned.
A Qualified Egyptologist Tour Guide.
Meals Where Stated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).

Price does not includes:

Entrance Fees To The Sites.
Egyptian Visa (costs approximately $15 usd).
Optional Tours (Sound & Light Show, Belly Dancing Cruise etc).

Peak period supplement and notes

Please note, Easter (from 25/03/07 till 10 /04/07), Christmas and New Year (from 20/12/07 till 06/01/08) incurs a supplement of 40%

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