Escorted Tours 2023-24 1st Edition

Life on-board The 5-star Iberotel Crown Empress provides high levels of comfort and spellbinding views. All spacious cabins feature twin beds, air-conditioning, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Further onboard facilities include a large sundeck with a swimming pool, a pool bar, restaurant and lounge bar. < < Cairo Alexandria Luxor Aswan Nile River     2 2 1 3 2 Coach Air Rail Boat Nights 2 1 River Nile, Luxor Grand Tour of Egypt Tour highlights ✔ Enjoy the sights of Alexandria and visit the world-famous El Alamein WW2 cemetery ✔ Marvel at the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids and Sphinx ✔ Travel like a local on a sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan ✔ Witness the breathtaking temples of Abu Simbel ✔ Embark on a scenic 3-night Nile cruise One of the great cradles of civilisation, there is no other destination like Egypt; the Great Pyramids, the magnificent Nile, ancient Alexandria, the legend of Tutankhamun, the engineering marvel of Luxor Dam and second World War battles in the desert at El Alamein. Meal plan: 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 3 dinners Accommodation: Alexandria, 5 H Hilton Corniche Cairo, 4 H Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo to Aswan - Sleeper Train Aswan, 5 H Pyramisa Isis Island Hotel Nile River Cruise, 5 H Iberotel Crown Empress Luxor, 5 H Sonesta St. George Luxor Flights: London Heathrow to Egypt with Egypt Air Tour pace: Intermediate Day 1: UK to Cairo Depart the UK on your scheduled flight to Cairo. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Day 2: Cairo B/L Experience all sprawling Cairo has to offer on a full-day city tour. Gain an insight into Egypt as a professional Egyptology guide leads the way, with your first stop at the mighty Giza Pyramids. Explore these amazingly constructed structures, then marvel at the massive half-lion, half-human form of the Sphinx. Explore the country’s history at the Egyptian Museum and witness its most iconic relic - Tutankhamun’s gleaming golden mask. Day 3: Cairo to Alexandria B/L Today, visit Coptic Cairo which is the old town of the city with the Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church and other historic sites, before transferring to Alexandria in the afternoon. Day 4: Alexandria B/L Your tour begins with a full day tour in Alexandria visiting El Alamein. Visit the Battlefield Cemetery and Military Museum. Day 5: Alexandria to Aswan, via Cairo B/L Visit the impressive Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the library built to keep alive the centre of learning. Explore Fort Qaitbey, built beside the sea out of the ruins of the legendary Pharos Lighthouse, then visit the gardens of Montazah Palace, before transferring to Cairo for your overnight train to Aswan. Day 6: Aswan B Transfer to your hotel before an afternoon visit to the Nubian Kalabsha Temple located on an island on Lake Nasser near the Aswan High Dam. Day 7: Nile River Cruise B/L/D After boarding your Nile River Cruise ship and lunch onboard, enjoy your first excursion to the High Dam. Later, witness the Unfinished Obelisk and the Temple of Philae, before dinner onboard the ship. Day 8: Nile River Cruise B/L/D Early this morning, visit the iconic temples of Abu Simbel before returning to the boat. This afternoon, glide along the Nile into Kom Ombo for an unforgettable visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo. Day 9: Nile River Cruise B/L/D Pass through the Esna Lock and soak in incredible views as you sail towards Edfu, disembarking for the chance to visit the Temple of Horus. Upon arrival in Luxor, you’ll have the afternoon free to relax or explore the city at your own pace. Day 10: Luxor B After breakfast, disembark your cruise ship. Cross over to the west bank of Luxor, where you’ll visit the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Before checking in to your hotel, stop visit the Colossi of Memnon. Day 11: Luxor B Visit the east bank of Luxor including the expansive Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, before some time at leisure in the afternoon. Day 12: Luxor to the UK B After breakfast, transfer for your return flight via Cairo, or continue on to your chosen extension. Small Group Tour - 25 or less Cruise included Extend your tour Luxor city stay, 2 nights, 5 H B&B from £169 Departures & from prices 17 Jun 23 £2,499 13 Apr 24 £2,699 16 Sep 23 £2,299 11 May 23 £2,499 7 Oct 23 £2,499 8 Jun 24 £2,399 4 Nov 23 £2,599 21 Sep 24 £2,599 20 Jan 24 £2,799 12 Oct 24 £2,799 24 Feb 24 £2,799 9 Nov 24 £2,799 16 Mar 24 £2,799 23 Nov 24 £2,799 • A single supplement starts from just £689 • Tipping paid locally £60 pp per tour Africa 124 Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details