Egyptian Sojourn

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Journey through ancient Egypt and see some of the most revered monuments in the world. Stand before the mysterious Sphinx and the mammoth Great Pyramids of Giza. Feel the grandeur of the imposing statues at Abu Simbel. Delve into incredibly well-preserved underground tombs in the Valley of the Kings, and gaze upon the ancient symbols carved in stone at the te...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Visit the monuments at Abu Simbel
    • Cruise the Nile in a Presidential Suite on the Sonesta St. George I, with an onboard Egyptologist
    • See the ancient sites at Memphis and Giza with a private guide
    • Enjoy a camel ride around the Pyramids of Giza

What's this trip about?

    Journey through ancient Egypt and see some of the most revered monuments in the world. Stand before the mysterious Sphinx and the mammoth Great Pyramids of Giza. Feel the grandeur of the imposing statues at Abu Simbel. Delve into incredibly well-preserved underground tombs in the Valley of the Kings, and gaze upon the ancient symbols carved in stone at the temples at Luxor, Kom Ombo and Edfu. Lose yourself in the collection of riches at Cairo's Egyptian Museum. And cruise the life-giving waters of the great Nile - traveling like ancient royalty in your luxurious Presidential Suite. An Egyptologist-Guide accompanies you throughout your journey, to provide historical insight that will make your journey come alive.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityCairo
End CityCairo

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Family Friendly

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Egypt

Attractions

  • Cairo
  • Luxor Temple
  • Pyramid of Giza
  • Temple of Karnak
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Valley of the Queens

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Short Cruise
  • Camel Riding

Trip includes

    • Accommodations as indicated in the itinerary
    • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
    • All transfers and sightseeing provided in a private deluxe vehicle when possible
    • Local English-speaking guide for sightseeing
    • Entrance fees per final scheduled itinerary
    • Airport porterage, where available (2 bags per person)
    • Local taxes
    • Emergency evacuation insurance and assistance plan

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 & 2: Cairo, Egypt

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Mena House

You are met on arrival and escorted to your luxury accommodations with a pyramid-view room. On Day 2, awake to the sunrise showcasing one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Tour the pyramids’ funeral chambers, t...

Day 3: Aswan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Movenpick Aswan

Your local guide will escort you to the worldrenowned Egyptian Museum which includes the remarkable Tutankhamun collection and the Mummies Room. Also visit the Citadel, one of the world’s greatest mo...

Day 4 – 6: Abu Simbel & Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Sonesta St. George I

On Day 4, fly from Aswan to see the remarkable monuments at Abu Simbel and enjoy a felucca cruise to visit Lord Kitchener’s beautiful Botanical Garden. This afternoon, board the luxuriou...

Day 7 & 8Luxor, Cairo & Depart for Home

Meals: 2 Breakfast and 1 Lunch

Accommodation: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

After breakfast aboard the ship, disembark and visit the Valley of the Kings and Queens and the tomb of King Tutankhamun. Next, fly back to Cairo. The evening is yours to explore at leisure. On Day 8 you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home or on to your next destination.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,895
Price per day$487
Last Updated: 8/2/2018

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    • International Flight
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Meals Included

7 Breakfast, 5 Lunch and 3 Dinner

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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