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Tour Itinerary: |
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DAY 1: Wednesday 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.
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DAY 2: Thursday 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 our hotel in Cairo.
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DAY 3: Friday CAIRO - ASWAN - ABU SIMBEL.
Morning transfer to Cairo Airport for our flight to Aswan. On arrival in Aswan; Optional - connect with flight to Abu Simbel for half day sight seeing and flight back to Aswan. 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. Optional - Sound & light show in Philae temple. |
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DAY 4: Saturday 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. Dinner and Overnight onboard in Edfu.
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DAY 5: Sunday 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. Optional - Sound & light show in Karnak temple.
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DAY 6: Monday LUXOR.
Optional - Hot air ballooning over the valley at the Sunrise. Today we check out after breakfast and then 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. At the end of the day we are transferred to the train station to catch our overnight train to Cairo.
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DAY 7: Tuesday 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 or ; 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 OR discover Cairo's churches & synagogues by taking the old Cairo Coptic half a day tour. Overnight at our hotel.
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DAY 8: Wednesday CAIRO - JOHANNESBURG.
Transfer from the hotel to Cairo airport for final departure. Or optional extra day in Cairo with sightseeing.
Overnight onboard flight.
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DAY 9: Thursday JOHANNESBURG - CAPE TOWN.
Arrival In Johannesburg in the morning to directly connect with the next flight to Cape town.
On arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the joys of the 'Mother City'. A perfect opportunity to visit the V&A Waterfront.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar. |
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DAY 10: Friday CAPE OF GOOD HOPE.
Enjoy a full day's sightseeing in one of the world's hottest tourist destination. Much of our journey is along the achingly beautiful coastline, with majestic views of mountain and ocean. We visit Cape Point, one of the best spots in Cape Town for viewing whales and dolphins. On our return to the city we drive through the quaint naval village of Simon's Town.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar. |
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Day 11: Saturday CAPE WINELANDS.
We tour the Cape's famous wine making country, visiting two well known estates for wine tastings.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel President or similar. |
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Day 12: Sunday CAPE - KRUGER.
It's off to Kruger this morning (onward flight not included). On arrival, transfer to the world famous Kruger National Park via Hazyview, where your safari begins as you board an open safari vehicle. Game sightings abound virtually from the moment you enter this extraordinary reserve. Enjoy your first night in this unique patch of African wilderness.
Accomodation: Kruger Rest Camp or similar. |
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Day 13: Monday KRUGER NATIONAL PARK.
With an entire day in Kruger ahead, we adapt our behaviour to that of the animals: set off on a dawn safari, retire to camp for a soothing midday siesta, and then enjoy a late afternoon game drive.
Accomodation: Kruger Rest Camp or similar. |
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Day 14: Tuesday KRUGER NATIONAL PARK - JOHANNESBURG.
There's time to savour another sunrise safari then tuck into a hearty breakfast before returning to camp around mid morning. We leave the reserve and travel back to Johannesburg, arriving at about 19h00.
Accommodation: Metcourt Laurel Hotel or similar. |
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| TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: |
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Accommodation on twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar. |
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Daily Buffet Breakfast. |
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All three meals included during three nights cruise. |
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Tours from cruise ship on group basis as per cruise itinerary. |
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Meet & Greet at Cairo airport by Representative. |
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Arrival & Departure airport transfers. |
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All sightseeing tours as stated in the itinerary. |
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Transportation in private AC chauffeur driven vehicle |
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Service of one English-speaking Egyptologist during sightseeing tours. |
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Domestic Air Fare for Cairo Aswan. |
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First class sleeper train from Luxor to Cairo. |
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Entrances at all sight seeing spots. |
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Tour in air-conditioned micro-buses or 18-seater mini-buses in South Africa. |
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Kruger National Park Conservation Levy. |
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All applicable taxes. |
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| TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: |
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Meals at hotels except those listed in above inclusions. |
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Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, drinks etc. |
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The internal flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town and Cape Town & Kruger. |
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International Flight charges. |
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Visas. |
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| OPTIONAL TOURS: based on Minimum of 2 persons |
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CAIRO: |
(All prices are per person)* |
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Extra Night in Ramses Hilton: |
83.00 USD per person/night (Not valid for peak season) |
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Extra Night in Conrad hotel: |
135.00 USD per person/night (Not valid for peak season) |
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Citadel/ Mosque/ Bazaar Half Day Tour: |
54.00 USD per person |
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Coptic Cairo Half Day tour: |
46.00 USD per person |
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Pharonic Village Half Day Tour: |
47.00 USD per person |
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Alexandria Full Day Tour with Lunch: |
176.00 USD per person |
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Sound & Light show at Pyramids: |
58.00 USD per person |
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LUXOR: |
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Sound & Light show at Karnak Temple: |
40.00 USD per person |
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Hot Air Balloon Ride over Valley of Kings: |
190.00 USD per person |
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ASWAN: |
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Sound and Light show at Philae Temple: |
45.00 USD per person |
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Abu Simbel Excursion by Air: |
275.00 USD per person |
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* All prices are per person and based on Minimum of 2 persons. |
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