Absolute Egypt

 

TOUR NAME : Absolute Egypt TOUR DAYS : 12 Nights/13 Days TOUR HIGHLIGHTS : This 13 day trip allows you to see the best that Egypt has to offer. See the wonders of Cairo, Cruise the Nile river, Luxor - the Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo, Sinai - St. Catherine and more. The trip also includes excursion to Alexandria from Cairo. TOUR ITINERARY: Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Komombo, Edfo, Esna, Luxor, Sharm El Sheikh (Sinai-Red Sea), St. Catherne, Sharm El Sheikh, Cairo, Alexandria, Cairo (Most Popular). Day 1: Cairo Arrival at Cairo airport. After you clear customs and collect your luggage, a our representative will meet you and assist with the transfer to your hotel.. Check in and overnight at hotel in Cairo. Day 2: Cairo This morning we drive to the Giza Plateau, home of Egypt's signature attractions: the Great Pyramids, proclaimed by the Greeks to be among the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. We visit the great Pyramids of Giza and their guardian Sphinx, Memphis-first capital of the ancient kingdom to see the statue of Ramses II then to Sakkara to see the Step pyramid. Optional - After dinner on your own, return to Giza for a spectacular Sound & Light show. Nothing compares to seeing the Pyramids and the Sphinx illuminated at night; the visual effects as well as dramatic commentary make for an unforgettable evening. Overnight at hotel in Cairo. Day 3: Cairo This morning we visit the Egyptian Museum the world-renowned Museum of Egyptian Antiquities. Accompanied by your certified Egyptologist, you'll stroll through the halls highlighting each historical period of this ancient land. Spend the evening at leisure on your own in Cairo. Your Program Director can give you suggestions for activities. Overnight at our hotel. Day 04: Cairo - Aswan - Abu Simbel - Aswan. Morning transfer to Cairo Airport for our flight to Aswan. On arrival in Aswan (Optional) connect with flight to Abu Simbel for half day excursion. Then we will be escorted to embark on the Nile cruise ship-our floating hotel for the next five days. After lunch, we sail by 'felucca' a traditional Nile sailing boat, to view Kitcheners Island and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. Overnight in Aswan. Day 05: Komombo - Edfu. Today we visit the impressive Aswan High Dam and its huge lake, and the Temple of Philae. Then we cruise to Kom Ombo to visit the Temple shared by the Gods Sobek & Haroeris. Tonight we enjoy a special costume party featuring Native Egyptian and pharaonic style. Overnight in Edfo. Day 06: Esna - Luxor. This morning we explore the Temple of Horus, the falcon god. Then we sail to Esna and continue sailing to Luxor. Overnight in Luxor. Day 07: Luxor. Today we explore the wondrous Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. This afternoon we visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Overnight in Luxor. Day 08: Luxor - Sharm El Sheikh (Sinai-red Sea). Today we will be transferred to Luxor airport for our flight to Sharm El Saeikh where we will be met and escorted to our hotel. The balance of the day is free to enjoy the beaches. Day 09: Sharm El Sheikh (Sinai-red Sea). Enjoy the Crystal clear waters, deep sea diving, colored fish, snorkeling, fishing, Golfing, the sunny sandy beaches and the water sports, Camel ride, desert safari and Bedouin tent. Day 10: Sharm El Sheikh – St. Catherne. Start early morning and drive nearly 3 hrs to St. Catherine village to visit famous Monastery of Saint Catherine, which has been in existence in the depths of the Sinai desert since the sixth century. The Byzantine church has been preserved here since its construction in 542 AD. Moses Well can still be seen near the monastery Church. After the visit of the monastery, drive to Dahab village where lunch will be served. Overnight at Sharm. Day 11: Sharm El Sheikh - Cairo. Today we will be transferred to the airport for our flight back to Cairo. Optional - Afternoon take half day tours visiting not-to-be-missed the Khan Al-Khalili bazaar, abuzz with activity and offering a priceless perspective on Cairo's oriental character. Overnight in Cairo. Day 12: Cairo – Alexandria. This morning travel to Alexandria, Egypt's second largest city and main port, for a full-day tour. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC. Explore the well-preserved ruins of the Roman amphitheater, Alexandria Library. After lunch at a local restaurant, see the Fort of Qaitbey from the outside. Overnight in Cairo. Day 13: Cairo. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. After checking into your hotel, you're at leisure until this evening. (End of Service) Tour Package Includes: Accommodation on twin sharing basis. 22 meals 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 4 dinners All three meals included during four nights cruise. Meet & Greet at Cairo airport by Representative. Arrival & Departure transfers; all sightseeing tours, in private AC chauffeur driven car. Service of one English-speaking Egyptologist during sightseeing tours. Day trip with lunch to St. Catherine Monastery. Domestic Air Fare for Cairo – Aswan & Luxor – Sharm - Cairo. Day trip with lunch to Alexandria. Entrances at all sight seeing spots. All applicable taxes.