Europe & Britain 2012-2013: Egyptian Voyager (Winter 2012/2013)
Tour Type: Eastern Mediterranean
Brochure Type: Europe & Britain 2012-2013
Gaze in awe at the wonders of the ancient world. From Cairo to Alexandria and up the River Nile past Aswan, Luxor and Kom-Ombo, see the Great Pyramids of Giza, Edfu's beautifully preserved Temple of Horus, immense Karnak Temple and the mysterious Alabaster Sphinx. This Egyptian experience is a dream come true!
Sightseeing Highlights
Brochure Type: Europe & Britain 2012-2013
Gaze in awe at the wonders of the ancient world. From Cairo to Alexandria and up the River Nile past Aswan, Luxor and Kom-Ombo, see the Great Pyramids of Giza, Edfu's beautifully preserved Temple of Horus, immense Karnak Temple and the mysterious Alabaster Sphinx. This Egyptian experience is a dream come true!
Sightseeing Highlights
- Cairo Visit the Egyptian Museum.
- Giza View the Great Pyramids and Sphinx.
- Aswan Tour the High Dam. Sail in a felucca to see the Botanical Gardens and Aga Khan Mausoleum.
- Nile Cruise Visit the Temples of Philae, Kom-Ombo and Edfu.
- Luxor Visit the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and Memnon Colossus.
- Alexandria Visit the Coptic Monasteries en route (when open). Explore the Roman Theatre, Pompey's Pillar, Kom el Shoqafa Catacomb, National Museum and El Morsi Abu El Abbas Mosque.
- 4 buffet breakfasts in Cairo.
- 1 buffet breakfast in Alexandria.
- 1 three-course dinner in a local restaurant in Alexandria.
- All meals on the Nile cruise.
- First Class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach.
- All internal flights and relevant airport transfers are included on Egypt itineraries.
- Escorted by one of Trafalgar's English-speaking Egyptologists/Travel Directors.
- A stylish wallet and travel documents.
- Complimentary airport transfers are provided on the arrival and departure days of your trip. Conditions apply.
- For all guided visits and included sightseeing.
- Complimentary keepsake photo and My Journey book.
Call (321) 632-5610 for more information or to book today! Mention code 10819055
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Duration
- 10 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Depart USA | DEPART USA: Overnight flight to Cairo. |
| Day 2 | Cairo | ARRIVE CAIRO (2 NIGHTS): Welcome to Cairo! You are met on arrival at Cairo Airport and transferred to your hotel. Spend time exploring the city or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. Ramses Hilton (MD) |
| Day 3 | Cairo | CAIRO SIGHTSEEING: Enjoy an expert guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, home of King Tutankhamun's priceless treasure, discovered by Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings in 1922. View one of the seven wonders of the ancient world - the Great Pyramids at Giza, including the Pyramid of Cheops. Admire the inscrutable Sphinx casting its enigmatic gaze across the desert. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 4 | Nile Cruise | CAIRO - ASWAN - NILE CRUISE (3 NIGHTS): After your flight to Aswan, visit the impressive High Dam. Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis, rising from the waters of the Nile on the Island of Philae. Board your luxury Nile cruise ship in time for lunch, then enjoy a memorable ride in a felucca to see the Botanical Gardens. See the Aga Khan Mausoleum, one of the grandest sights in Lower Egypt. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Cruise ship: MS Giselle, MS Sapphire or MS La Boheme |
| Day 5 | Edfu | NILE: CRUISE KOM OMBO - EDFU: Take an optional air excursion to the Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, where four giant statues of the great pharaoh stand guard. Otherwise enjoy a relaxing morning. This afternoon visit the Temple wof Kom-Ombo, dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god. This evening, dress up in traditional Egyptian galabeas for a fun-filled Egyptian dinner and cultural experience. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 6 | Luxor | NILE: CRUISE EDFU - LUXOR: Discover Egypt's best-preserved cult temple at Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god, Horus. See the ancient Great Temple at Luxor, which dominates the town. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 7 | Cairo | DISEMBARK - LUXOR - CAIRO: Explore the extraordinary Valley of the Kings, where the New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in tombs built into the hillsides. Visit Deir el-Bahri, a breathtaking complex of mortuary temples and tombs. Admire Queen Hatshepsut's Temple. Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank and the gigantic Karnak Temple Complex. Later fly back to Cairo. (Breakfast) Ramses Hilton (MD) |
| Day 8 | Alexandria | CAIRO - ALEXANDRIA: Visit the Coptic Monasteries at Wadi El Natrun (if open) on the way to Alexandria. Founded by Alexander the Great in 322 BC, Alexandria was one of the most famous cities in the ancient world, and the country's capital for nearly a thousand years. It retains its status as a cultural and industrial centre, and is renowned for the beautiful seafront area known as the Corniche. Enjoy spectacular views of the Mediterranean this evening when you dine with your fellow travellers at a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Helnan Alexandria (SF) |
| Day 9 | Cairo | ALEXANDRIA SIGHTSEEING - CAIRO: Tour the white marble Roman Amphitheatre and Pompey's Pillar at the ancient acropolis. Visit the Kom el Shoqafa Catacomb and the National Museum. Admire the magnificent El Morsi Abu El Abbas Mosque. Later drive back to Cairo. (Buffet Breakfast) Concorde El Salam (SF) |
| Day 10 | Return USA | CAIRO - USA: Say goodbye to Egypt, your fellow travelers and Travel Director after the trip of a lifetime. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (Buffet Breakfast) |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- Important Visa Information: Visas may be required for this vacation, please speak with your Travel Agent at time of booking to assess your specific requirements.Christmas Day is not celebrated in Egypt. Departure 28 December will celebrate New Year's Eve aboard your cruise ship. Enjoy a delicious meal before welcoming in the New Year Egyptian style!OPTIONAL ABU SIMBEL EXCURSION A once in a lifetime opportunity! Enjoy this four-hour excursion including flights to Abu Simbel, site of the Temple of Ramses II with its four great statues of the pharaoh himself. Also see statues of his queen, Nefertari, on the facade of the Temple of Hathor.A FABULOUS NILE CRUISE IS INCLUDED A highlight of this trip is a cruise along the legendary River Nile onboard the latest and most luxurious of ships, the MS Giselle, MS Sapphire or MS La Boheme.* On board facilities include a plunge pool, fitness equipment, two bars, dancing and folklore entertainment, restaurant and two gift shops. 5-star features of the MS Giselle, MS Sapphire or MS La Boheme 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 phone and mini-bar. *Note: At certain times a similar cruise ship of the same category as MS Giselle, MS Sapphire or MS La Boheme may be used.Please note: Ships or cruise itineraries on the Nile may vary occasionally according to seasonal circumstances. However, visits to sights and highlights will not be affected.Air: Trafalgar guarantees to quote you the lowest possible airfare available on the day that you book. Please note that airfares are not included in the prices above.
- These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
- All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.
- For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page.
- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
