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Egypt, the oldest tourist destination in the world, attracted visitors from much of the ancient world to view fabulous monuments built to last for eternity. Egypt is a country that begs to be explored. Cruise the Nile on traditional feluccas, star gaze in the desert plains with new Bedouin friends, experience coffee bars deep inside teeming bazaars. The tour covers all the highlights of Egypt including Cairo, Aswan and Luxor.

Note: This a private tour so you can start the tour any day of the year.

Tour Itinerary:

DAY 01: CAIRO.
Arrive at Cairo airport. After you clear customs and collect your luggage, our representative will meet you and assist with the transfer to your hotel. Check in and overnight at hotel in Cairo.

DAY 02: CAIRO.
Today we visit the great Pyramids of Giza and their guardian Sphinx and then head to the Cairo Museum. Overnight at hotel in Cairo 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.

DAY 03: CAIRO – ASWAN (Cruise).
This morning we are transferred to Cairo Airport for our flight to 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

DAY 04: ASWAN - KOMOMBO – EDFU (Cruise).
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 Edfu

DAY 05: EDFU - ESNA – LUXOR (Cruise).
TThis morning we explore the Temple of Horus, the falcon god. Then we sail to Esna and continue sailing to Luxor. Overnight in Luxor

DAY 06: LUXOR (Cruise).
Optional - Hot air ballooning over the valley at sunrise. Today we explore the Necropolis of Thebes, the wondrous Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. In the evening, we visit the Karnak and Luxor Temple. Overnight in Luxor

DAY 07: LUXOR - CAIRO.
Today we will be transferred to Luxor airport for our flight back to Cairo where we will be met and escorted to the hotel. The balance of the day is free for shopping. Overnight at hotel in Cairo Optional - This morning travel to Alexandria, Egypt's second largest city and main port and founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC for a full-day tour. Explore the well-preserved ruins of the Roman amphitheater and Alexandria Library. After lunch at a local restaurant, see the Fort of Qaitbey from the outside.

DAY 08: CAIRO.
Transfer from the hotel to Cairo airport for final departure.

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NOTE: Cruise Embarkation days

• Every Tuesday for Superior and Luxury.

• Every Monday for Deluxe (Ex. Luxor).

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
-	Accommodation on twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar.
-	Daily Buffet Breakfast.
-	All three meals included during four nights cruise.
-	Tours from cruise ship on group basis as per cruise itinerary.
-	Meet & Greet at Cairo airport by Representative.
-	Arrival & Departure transfers; all sightseeing tours as stated below.
-	Transportation in private AC chauffeur driven car.
-	Service of one English-speaking guide during sightseeing tours.
-	Domestic Air Fare for Cairo Aswan & Luxor Cairo.
-	Entrances at all sight seeing spots.
-	All applicable taxes.

TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
-	Meals not specified as being included
-	International Airfare
-	Visas
-	Items of a personal nature
-	Tips & gratuities
-	Travel Insurance
-	Fuel/tax surcharges
-	Obligatory Gala dinner during Christmas, New Year, Easter etc

TOUR LODGING MEALS:
-	Meals are not included except for those mentioned in the programme.

OPTIONAL TOURS BASED ON MIN OF 2 PEOPLE:
-	Sound and Light show at the Pyramids - $ 58.00 per person
-	Excursion to Abu Simbel by air - $ 290.00 per person by Egypt Air from Aswan
-	Full day Alexandria Excursion with Lunch - $ 180.00 per person
-	Hot Air ballooning in Luxor - $ 190.00 per person

Tour Code			SA-05-005
Tour Length			07 Nights/08 Days.
Visit			Cairo \| Aswan \| Kom Ombo \| Esna \| Luxor \| Cairo (Most Popular).
Prices			Starting At USD $1,047* Only.
Dates			Check Dates below.

Place	Nights	Superior Hotels	Deluxe Hotels	Luxury Hotels
Cairo-Pyramids	02	Hotel Oasis Giza	Ramses Hilton Hotel	Cairo Marriott Hotel
Aswan - Luxor Cruise	04	PNC Admiral Nile Cruise	TiYI or TuYa Nile Cruise	Oberoi Philae Cruise
Cairo	01	Hotel Oasis Giza	Ramses Hilton Hotel	Cairo Marriott Hotel

NOTE: Cruise Embarkation days
• Every Tuesday for Superior and Luxury
• Every Monday for Deluxe (Ex. Luxor)

SUPERIOR
* Per person on twin sharing
20 Sep 11 - 30 April 12 (Except Peak)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1181 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 1585 USD

10 Dec 11 - 06 Jan 12 (Xmas)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1283 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 1683 USD

01 Apr 12 - 15 Apr 12 (Easter)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1283 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 1683 USD

01 May 12 - 20 Aug 12 (Except Peak)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1047 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 1381 USD

21 Jul 12 - 20 Aug 12
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1090 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 1446 USD

DELUXE
* Per person on twin sharing
20 Sep 11 - 30 April 12 (Except Peak)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1363 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 1822 USD

10 Dec 11 - 06 Jan 12 (Xmas)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1933 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 2741 USD

01 Apr 12 - 15 Apr 12 (Easter)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1852 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 2632 USD

01 May 12 - 20 Sep 12 (Except Peak)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1172 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 1479 USD

20 Jun 12 - 31 Aug 12
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1196 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 1528 USD

LUXURY
* Per person on twin sharing
20 Sep 11 - 30 April 12 (Except Peak)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 2184 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 3326 USD

10 Dec 11 - 06 Jan 12 (Xmas)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 2831 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 4394 USD

01 Apr 12 - 15 Apr 12 (Easter)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 2790 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 4316 USD

01 May 12 - 20 Sep 12 (Except Peak)
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1623 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 2403 USD

20 June 12 - 20 July 12
Per person on Twin sharing basis:	$ 1697 USD
Single person traveling alone:	$ 2545 USD

PRICE INFO: The above quote is subject to change with a proviso that incase of hike in price of fuel/tax, the given quote may vary accordingly.
* Prices are Based on Per Person on Twin Share Basis.