Experience the ancient world’s most compelling wonders on the banks of the River Nile. Explore the larger-than-life Great Pyramids of Giza. See the spectacular treasures of King Tut in Cairo. Discover endless remnants of ancient Egypt in Luxor, Memphis, Aswan and Sakkara.
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Day 1
DEPART CANADA
Overnight flight to Cairo.
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Day 2
ARRIVE CAIRO (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Cairo! You are met on arrival at Cairo Airport and transferred to your hotel. Wander through ancient, bustling streets and get a feel for this magical, ancient city or simply relax after your journey.
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Day 3
CAIRO - PYRAMIDS EXCURSION
See the amazing limestone Colossus of Ramses II and the giant Alabaster Sphinx at Memphis, the capital of the Old Kingdom. Visit Sakkara and see the Step Pyramid, which heralded the pyramid age. Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza and see the Sphinx cast its enigmatic gaze across the desert. This evening you are treated to an unforgettable Sound and Light Show and a view of the pyramids at night.(Buffet Breakfast)
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Day 4
CAIRO - LUXOR - DENDERA - NILE CRUISE (7 NIGHTS)
Fly to Luxor for an expert guided tour of the enormous Karnak Temple complex - one of the largest ancient religious sites in the world. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, and set sail for Dendera in the north.(Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
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Day 5
NILE CRUISE DENDERA - LUXOR
Explore the Dendera Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Hathor, and see the bas-relief of Cleopatra with her son Caesarion. Rejoin your ship and cruise back to Luxor to visit the Grand Temple of Luxor. It was in Luxor that British crime novelist Agatha Christie stayed. Her time in Egypt inspired her to write the famous book Death on the Nile which was later made into a movie.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
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Day 6
NILE CRUISE LUXOR - EDFU
Discover Deir el-Bahri, a complex of mortuary temples and tombs. See Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and admire the Colossi of Memnon. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the burial place of many of the New Kingdom pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. Sailing from Luxor to Edfu, passing through Esna Lock, you glide past primitive villages lining the banks of the Nile.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
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Day 7
NILE CRUISE: EDFU - ASWAN
Visit the Temple of Edfu, one of the best preserved and dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Cruise to Aswan. Dress up in galabeas and enjoy a fun-filled evening of Egyptian culture and cuisine.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
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Day 8
NILE CRUISE: ASWAN
View the impressive High Dam and Granite Quarries, home of the famous Unfinished Obelisk. Visit the Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae. Take a memorable ride in a felucca across the Nile to view the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
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Day 9
NILE CRUISE: ASWAN - KOM-OMBO - EDFU
Take an optional air excursion to the temples of Abu Simbel beside Lake Nasser, to see four giant stone statues of Ramses II carved out of the mountains. This afternoon visit the roofless Temple of Kom-Ombo, dedicated to the falcon and crocodile gods.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
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Day 10
NILE CRUISE: EDFU - LUXOR
A full day cruising on the Nile today. Take advantage of the on board facilities or relax on the sun deck with a book. Enjoy the splendid and unique scenery as you cruise to Luxor.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
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Day 11
DISEMBARK - LUXOR - CAIRO (2 NIGHTS)
Fly to Cairo. This evening you might consider an evening meal in a local restaurant followed by some lively Egyptian entertainment.(Breakfast)
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Day 12
CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
Tour the Citadel, a spectacular complex dominating Cairo’s skyline, built in the 12th century to protect the city from Christian Crusaders. Visit the Alabaster Mosque at the citadel’s summit - one of the city’s most important landmarks - and the Sultan Hassan Mosque. Go inside the Hanging Church of St. Mary in Old Cairo above the water gate. Immerse yourself in thousands of artefacts at the famous Egyptian Museum, including the splendid treasures of Tutankhamun, discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. Enjoy your final evening in the fascinating city of Cairo.(Buffet Breakfast)
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Day 13
CAIRO - CANADA
At the end of a truly memorable holiday, say goodbye to this unforgettable country and your Travel Director and travelling companions. Airport transfers are
available, conditions apply.(Buffet Breakfast)
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4 buffet breakfasts in Cairo.
All meals on the Nile cruise.
Escorted by one of Trafalgar’s English-speaking Egyptologist/Travel Directors.
A Trafalgar Bonus – all internal flights from Cairo to Luxor return, plus all airport transfers are included.
Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
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 with reclining seats on day excursions
Escorted by one of Trafalgar’s English-speaking Egyptologist/
Travel Directors.
Audio headsets for all guided visits and included sightseeing
A Trafalgar Bonus – all internal flights from Cairo to Luxor, return
A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet
and map
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4 buffet breakfasts in Cairo.
All meals on the Nile cruise.
Escorted by one of Trafalgar’s English-speaking Egyptologist/Travel Directors.
A Trafalgar Bonus – all internal flights from Cairo to Luxor return, plus all airport transfers are included.
Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
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 with reclining seats on day excursions
Escorted by one of Trafalgar’s English-speaking Egyptologist/
Travel Directors.
Audio headsets for all guided visits and included sightseeing
A Trafalgar Bonus – all internal flights from Cairo to Luxor, return
A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet
and map
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Sightseeing Highlights
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