egypt explorer with nile cruise

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EGYPT EXPLORER WITH NILE CRUISE
Itinerary Overview
This comprehensive tour is for those who seek an in-depth perspective on ancient and modern Egypt.
Explore the inner chambers of pyramids, traverse the Western Desert in a 4x4 vehicle, and cruise the
River Nile from Aswan to Luxor, visiting many sites enroute. Spend four days in the unique oases region
where inland lakes surprise you, and traditional culture is barely touched by time. Discover Alexandria’s
historical district on the Mediterranean and relax at a Red Sea resort in Sharm El-Sheikh. Enjoy the best
of Egypt! This trip is offered October through March when the Western Desert is relatively cool. Private
departures and regional trip extensions are available.
DAY
DATE
OVERNIGHT
1
CAIRO
2
CAIRO
3
CAIRO
4
ALEXANDRIA
5
CAIRO
6
ASWAN
7-9
NILE CRUISE, ASWAN
TO LUXOR
10
LUXOR
11
KHARGA OASIS
12
DAKHLA OASIS
13
FARAFRA OASIS
14
BAHARIYA OASIS
15
CAIRO
16-18
19
SHARM EL-SHEIKH
DEPART
HOTELS
Shepheard’s
Hotel
Shepheard’s
Hotel
Shepheard’s
Hotel
Sheraton
Montazah
Shepheard’s
Hotel
Elephantine
Island Resort
Ti Yi Nile Cruise
Boat
Steigenburger
Hotel
Hotel Pioneer
Hotel Solymar
Mut
Al Badawiya
Hotel
Palma Village
Hotel
Shepheard’s
Hotel
Ritz-Carlton
Sharm El-Sheikh
MEAL
HIGHLIGHTS
S
B
B
B
B
B
BLD
B
BLD
BLD
BLD
BLD
B
B
Memphis and Sakkara, Appis
Tombs
Egyptian Museum and Great
Pyramids of Giza
Alexandria City Tour,
Catacombs
Cairo City Tour, Khan elKhalili Bazaar
Elephantine Island, Optional
Abu Simbel Tour
Aswan Tour, Kom Ombo
Temple, Edfu Temple
Valley of Kings and Queens,
Karnak Temple
Temple of Hibis, Bagawat
Cemetary
Kharga Museum, Al-Kasr,
Bashandi
Deir El Haggar, Qalamoun,
Farafra
White Desert, Museum of
Golden Mummies
Antiquities Museum, Qasr
Salim, Muftillah, Bawiti
Beach Resort, Optional
activities available
B
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Itinerary in Detail
INSERT DATE: ARRIVAL IN CAIRO
Upon arrival into Cairo meet and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the Shepheard’s Hotel or similar,
bed and breakfast basis.
INSERT DATE: CAIRO
Begin your exploration of the kingdoms of the Pharaohs. Drive out of town to Dahshour to see the Bent
and Red Pyramids. Continue to Memphis on the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient
Kingdom and one of the most important cities throughout the history of Egypt. At Sakkara, the vast
necropolis of Memphis, visit the colossal Step Pyramid of King Djoser, its temple complex and some of
the impressive tombs. Overnight Shepheard’s Hotel or similar [B]
INSERT DATE: CAIRO
This morning begins with a visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, housing the most extensive and
impressive collection of treasures from Egypt's Pharaonic era, including the fabulous treasures of the
young King Tut Ankh Amun. Drive to the edge of town to explore the three famous Great Pyramids of
Giza, built before 2000 B.C., and the Sphinx. Overnight Shepheard’s Hotel or similar. [B]
INSERT DATE: ALEXANDRIA
Set out on a scenic drive to Alexandria (about 3 hrs), passing through Nile Delta farmlands. Alexandria
has a distinctive atmosphere, with Mediterranean influence in its architecture, climate and cultural
heritage. Once the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt, it is now a major seaport and commercial center. Sites
include the Greco-Roman Museum, Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, the new Alexandrian Library, and
Montazah Palace and Garden. Overnight Sheraton Montazah or similar [B]
INSERT DATE: CAIRO
Return to Cairo in the morning and tour the city's sites, including Cairo's oldest quarter, Coptic Cairo,
with the Coptic Museum, Hanging Church and 14th century Synagogue of Ben Ezra. Visit the 12th
Century Citadel of Salah El-Din on Mokattam Hill and the bazaars of Khan El-Khalili. Overnight
Shepheard’s Hotel or similar [B]
INSERT DATE: ASWAN
Fly to Aswan, where you spend one night at the Elephantine Island Resort located on a secluded oasis,
surrounded by lovely gardens on Elephantine Island. Free time on own, or take an optional side-trip to
Abu Simbel (to be arranged in advance at extra cost). Built more than 3000 years ago, the Great Temple
of Ramses II and the smaller Temple of Nefertari at Abu Simbel were dismantled in an historical feat of
engineering when the Aswan Dam was built, and moved to their current location to preserve them from
the flooding of Lake Nassar. Overnight Elephantine Island Resort [B]
INSERT DATE: NILE CRUISE, ASWAN TO LUXOR
Mid-day transfer to the pier for a 3-night Nile Cruise. The exact itinerary will depend on which cruise
ship is reserved, and may include an extra day. The following is an overview of what is included on most
cruise itineraries. In Aswan visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisque, and Temple of Philae. Sail to Kom
Ombo and the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Further north is the most wellpreserved of Egypt's temples at Edfu. Your final destination is the impressive region of Luxor. All
overnights are on board the deluxe Ti Yi Nile Cruise or similar, activities and meals included. [BLD]
INSERT DATE: LUXOR
Disembark in Luxor and tour the Necropolis of Thebes and some of the impressive tombs at Valley of the
Kings and Valley of the Queens. Walk through the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor
Temple on the Nile's East Bank. Transfer to hotel. Overnight Steigenburger Hotel or similar [B]
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INSERT DATE: KHARGA OASIS
Begin your exploration of Egypt's Western Desert lands with a drive in a 4x4 vehicle (300 km) to the
Kharga Oasis, picnic lunch enroute. Visit the Roman temples of Qasr El Zayan and Qasr El Ghaweita
before arriving into Kharga. Dinner and overnight is at Solymar Resort Pioneers Hotel, a deluxe desert
hotel in a unique location. Pioneers’ caters to travelers who share a love of nature and appreciation of
culture, offering the comfort of an oasis and the unforgettable Saharan experience. Overnight Hotel
Pioneer or similar [BLD]
INSERT DATE: DAKLHA OASIS
Morning visit to the El Kharga Museum, early Christian Necropolis of Bagawat and the Hibis Temple.
Continue west to Al Dakhla Oasis (200 km), picnic lunch enroute. The oasis is a collection of different
settlements, dominated on its northern horizon by a wall of rose-colored rocks. Fertile cultivated fields
growing rice, peanuts and fruits are scattered between sand dunes in this area of outstanding natural
beauty. Explore ancient rock inscriptions along the way. Overnight at the Solymar Inn Mut, a small
hotel with natural hot springs. [BLD]
INSERT DATE: FARAFRA OASIS
Morning visit to El Qasr, the ancient capital of Al Dakhla. Travel to the Farafra Oasis (290 km), lunch
enroute. Sites include a pottery factory, the Roman Temple of Deir El Haggar and the village of
Qallamun. Dinner and overnight at the Badaweya Hotel, a traditional mud brick building with Arabic
design, roof-top restaurant, modern comforts and guest rooms encircling a central courtyard. Overnight
Al Badawiya Hotel or similar [BLD]
INSERT DATE: BAHARIYA OASIS
Stop at the local art museum in Farafra before heading out on an off-road drive through the White Desert
rock formations. Continue north to Baharia Oasis (180 km), viewing the Black Desert enroute. Visit the
Museum of Golden Mummies and Temple of Alexander the Great before arriving to Bahariya for dinner
and overnight Palma Village Hotel [BLD]
INSERT DATE: CAIRO
Explore the Baharia Oases, with its Antiquities Museum, Tombs of Qasr Salim, chapels of Muftillah and
palm groves of Bawiti Village. Return to the bustling city of Cairo (365km) through the open desert
landscapes, with picnic lunch and views of the mountains of El Dist and Maghrafa en route. Overnight
Shepheard’s Hotel or similar. [B]
INSERT DATE: SHARM EL-SHEIKH
Transfer to the domestic terminal of Cairo airport for a flight to Sharm El-Sheikh where you are met and
transferred to a deluxe beach resort. Free time to relax and enjoy the beach resort on your own. Activities
can be booked directly with the hotel concierge. (Side-trips to St. Catherine's, Mount Sinai, or Sinai
Desert camping safaris may be arranged in advance through Wildland Adventures.) Overnight three
nights Ritz-Carlton Sharm El Sheikh or similar [B]
INSERT DATE: DEPART
Transfer to the airport for a flight to Cairo where you are met and transferred to the international airport
to connect with your flights home. Optional overnight in Cairo may be arranged if your flights depart the
following morning [B]
END OF SERVICES
Actual routes and activities may vary. Local trip coordinators reserve the right to change
accommodations to similar quality alternatives.
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PRICING
$3,095 per person
Group Size
Jan 1April 11
May 1September 1
2-3
4-5
6-7
Abu Simbel
$4495
$3895
$3595
$275
$3995
$3395
$3095
$275
INCLUDED SERVICES

English-speaking Emeco guides
4x4 Drive, excursions as per the program
Private Van all the way
Solar boat at the pyramids
All guided tours and excursions
English-speaking naturalist guides
Airport-hotel transfers, land and sea transportation
18 nights hotel accommodation as indicated in itinerary above
Meals as indicated [B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner]
Wildland Adventures travel consultation and pre-departure services
NOT INCLUDED SERVICES

International or internal airfare
Tips and gratuities
Airport departure taxes
National Park entrance fee
Drinks, alcoholic beverages, and meals other than listed above
Personal expenses for extra services, optional activities, or changes in your itinerary for reasons
beyond our control
Travel insurance for trip cancellation, medical services, or evacuation
Any other items not mentioned above
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Accommodations
SHEPHEARD’S HOTEL, CAIRO
The Shepheard’s Hotel is located in the heart of the Garden City
district in downtown Cairo overlooking the River Nile. A wellknown classical hotel with a historical background that goes back
to 1841, Shepheard’s was the popular hotel amongst British
colonials and visiting dignitaries for more than a century. Hotel
facilities include several restaurants and bars, valet parking, a
gym, sauna and steam room, shopping arcade, hair salon, coffee
shop, round the clock room service and front desk, fully equipped
meeting and conference rooms etc. The 200 air conditioned
guestrooms facilities (some with balcony views) include satellite
television, direct-dial telephones, high-speed Internet access,
mini-bar and en suite bathrooms.
SHERATON MONTAZAH HOTEL
Overlooking King's Farouk Palace and gardens on one side and
the bright blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea on the other.
From the moment you arrive, you will receive the warmest
welcome from attentive and responsive staff whose mission is to
make your stay a relaxing and unforgettable one. Sheraton
Montazah Hotel features 289 comfortable rooms and suites that offer
you tranquility and relaxation. For splendid accommodation, they
are all equipped with the facilities desired to make your stay even
more superb.. Experience Sheraton Club; a social space where
design details encourage meaningful meetings as easily as casual chats. The Club Floor has Club Rooms and
a very comfortable Club Lounge. For an additional charge, we can offer a Club Room to you. The Club
Lounge offers free snacks and drinks and you can also enjoy your breakfast there in the morning.
Moreover, we offer you the facilities that anticipate all your needs including high internet speed
service, link @ Sheraton, Fitness center and more.
MOEVENPICK ELEPHANT ISLAND, ASWAN
Located on Elephantine Island on the Nile in mid-down town
Aswan, the Elephant Island is a literally three minutes by private
motor launch from the Corniche road at the centre of Aswan. The
Moevenpick Hotel is a modern five-star hotel. Facilities include
multiple restaurants and bars including the Pergola pool-side bar
and restaurant (see errata), the Tower Bar based on the 12th floor
and offering a 360 degree view of Aswan. Other amenities include
a Jacuzzi, gym, a swimming pool, tennis courts, business facilities,
24 hour room service and complimentary ferry to and from Aswan
city. All 224 rooms, villas and duplex suites have air-conditioning, a mini-bar, satellite TV, telephones
and en suite private bathrooms.
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TIYI CRUISE BOAT, NILE CRUISE BOAT
Named Ti-Yi after the great wife of the 18th dynasty Pharaoh
Amenhotep III (1390-1352 BCE), and mother of rebel pharaoh
Akhenaton (1352-1336 BCE) who invented monotheism, The TiYi is a luxury ship of 59 cabins each of 215 square feet, and 3
suites.
Cruise boat facilities include 3 dining facilities and bars, 24-hour
room service, same day laundry with express pressing service,
internet café and entertainment. Each cabin is fully equipped
with personal safe, soundproof windows, individually controlled
air-conditioning, telephone with voice mail system, full mini bar, interactive TV (satellite channels), hair
dryer, in suite bathroom with walk-in shower, music system with daily program.
STEIGENBERGER NILE PALACE, LUXOR
Located on the bank of the Nile, 10min walk from Luxor Temple,
the Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel is a four star luxury modern
hotel. Facilities include six restaurants, a café, a bar, room service,
a bank with ATM, hairdresser, medical clinic, shops, laundry and
dry cleaning service, a business centre with high speed internet
access, heated outdoor swimming pool, and kids pool, health club,
massage, sauna, steam bath, fitness room tennis courts on the
rooftop, an 18 hole golf course near by (8k), and 5 conference
rooms with capacity up to 1,000 persons. All rooms are equipped
with a balcony or a terrace overlooking the Nile or Luxor’s main boulevard. All rooms have air
conditioning, telephone with personal voice mail, radio, internet connection, satellite TV, mini-bar, and
en suite bathrooms.
PIONEER HOTEL, KHARGA
As the first luxury hotel in all the oases, the Pioneer Hotel set the
standards for all hotels in the region. Despite the salmon-pink
façade, the hotel offers a very comfortable stay in the desert and is a
welcome place for nature lovers. With a pool surrounded by a green
area and lounge chairs, the hotel is a wonderful place to end your
day after exploring the treasures of Al-Kharga Oasis. Facilities
include restaurants, a bar, a swimming pool, several shops, a small
library, business facilities, 24 hour room service, laundry and dry
cleaning service, volleyball, basketball , tennis courts, fitness room,
and billiard table. All rooms feature telephones, satellite TV, air
conditioning, mini fridge. Each room has a balcony and a full
private en suite bathrooms.
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DAKLHA OASIS
Sol Y Mar Mut Inn lies in Al Dakhla Oasis, about two hours
from Al Kharga Oasis and four hours from Al Baharia Oasis. Al
Dakhla Oasis is an area of outstanding natural beauty and consists
of a collection of several different settlements framed to the north
by a wall of rose coloured rocks. Fertile cultivated areas growing
rice, peanuts and fruits are dotted between sand dunes along the
roads from Farafra to Al Kharga. Mut is the capital of Al Dakhla
Oasis and it is here that the beautiful Sol Y Mar Mut Inn is
located. Sol Y Mar Mut Inn compliments its setting perfectly. The architecture, style and layout really do
give you a feeling of being at one with nature. Charmingly simple, but comfortable accommodation in the
form of individual chalets and lodges allows you to enjoy a true desert experience. The resort has its own
natural thermal hot spring so you can soak in the iron-rich waters known for their healing properties or
use the resort as a base to explore the dunes and beyond. Visit the Roman burial ground of Mozawaka,
the temple of Deir El Hagar or the Al Qasr village built in traditional Islamic style. In the evening, sit
under the stars at the open air barbecue restaurant.
PALMA VILLAGE HOTEL, BAHARIYA OASIS
The Palm Village is 3 stars hotel situated in Bahariya oasis. The
hotel built in a very interesting style. The rooms are situated in a
semicircle around a beautiful garden. There is a roof terrace.
Entrance hall, dining room and lobby are considered generous. It
is the only hotel classified from the Egyptian ministry of tourism.
The hotel rooms are equipped with private bathroom, AC. The
hotel has 50 rooms – restaurant and terrace
RITZ-CARLTON, SHARM EL SHEIKH
Come to the crossroads of Africa and Asia where the mountains
meet the sea, and watch the sunset from the back of a camel and
see the starry sky as it was 1,000 years ago. The glistening Red Sea
beckons you with unsurpassed diving opportunities and worldclass nightlife tempts you into our Sharm El Sheikh hotel's
luxurious oasis. Setting the standard for luxury hotels in Sharm El
Sheikh, The Ritz-Carlton features: 321 well-appointed guest
rooms, including 35 suites, a dive center and house reef, sparkling
pools and cascading waterfalls, duck pond and a lazy river,
arabian massage tent overlooking the Red Sea, award-winning
Italian, Middle Eastern and Japanese specialty restaurants.
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