Egypt Itinerary 2009
Cairo -- The Glorious Capital City
Journey with us back in time to the dawn of civilization. Your adventure
starts in Cairo as you tour the only remaining "Seven Wonders of
the Ancient World," the Pyramids of Giza. Visit the Royal Burial
Chambers in the Pyramid of Cheops, rising nearly 450 feet. Stand in
awe of the Great Sphinx, carved out of massive limestone, showing
Pharaoh Chefren's head on the body of a lion. Join us for a tour to the
Egyptian Museum of Antiquities where the treasures of King Tut are
displayed, among them his famous golden burial mask and glittering
jewels.
You'll want to join us for an optional tour of Cairo
that takes you to the legendary Citadel, the
Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, whose five
domes can be seen throughout the city.
Continue on to the Sultan Hassan Mosque and
the City of the Dead. Love to shop for treasures
in the market? Come along on an optional excursion
to the Khan el Khalili bazaar and discover
exquisite silver, brass and jewelry. At night, an
optional excursion to the Sphinx Sound and
Light Show features an exciting performance as
powerful as this ancient legend itself!
Welcome Aboard the Majestic MS Ti-Yi
Fly to Aswan and board the MS Ti-Yi, your luxurious home for the next
three nights. Named after an Egyptian Queen, the MS Ti-Yi deluxe river
boat features comfortable cabins with private bath, pool, gym and several
dining as well as lounge options. From belly dancing shows to international
cuisine, you'll find the MS Ti-Yi the perfect vessel for watching the
wonders of the Nile float by.
While in Aswan, board a felucca, a
traditional Nile sailboat and visit
Kitchner's and Elephantine Islands,
with lovely gardens, fascinating
artifacts and ancient ruins. Fly with
us on an optional tour across the
Nubian Desert to the magnificent
Temple of Ramses II, Egypt's
longest ruling pharaoh, at Abu-
Simbel. Built almost 3,000 years
ago in honor of Ramses II and
Queen Nefratari, the Temple and
four massive statues are among
the world's most treasured sites.
You'll find Aswan has a distinctively African atmosphere with lush palm groves and tropical plants. Here you'll visit famous Aswan High Dam and see quarries from where the famous pink granite was mined. See the unfinished obelisk and the Temple of Isis at Philae, considered the "pleasure of existence" by the ancient Egyptians.
Nile Cruise Includes Five Fascinating Ports
At Kom Ombo, you'll visit the Temple at Kom
Ombo with its exceptional relief walls. Stop at
Edfu to see the Temple of Horus, one of the
largest and best preserved temples, displaying
Egyptian myths, legends and festivals.At Esna,
you'll tour the Greco-Roman Temple of God
Khnum overlooking the Nile. Your final port is
Luxor, where you'll walk in the footsteps of
royalty. Visit the Valley of the Kings and the
Queens, King Tutankhamun's Tomb and the
Colossi of Memnon. Tour the Karnak Temple
with its 134 column hall of shrines added by
pharaohs over the centuries. Continue on to
Luxor Temple with its two colossal statues and
the towering Obelisk of Hatshepsut.
Join us for a once in a lifetime journey to Egypt and return with memories to last a lifetime.
Optional Three-Day
Alexandria Extension
Extend your tour with a trip to
Alexandria, the ancient world's
most famous city. Highlights
include the ancient sites of
Pompeii's Pillar, the Roman
Amphitheater, the catacombs
of Kom El Shogafa and the
12the century Morsi Abou El-
Abbas Mosque. Visiting the
National Museum, Alexandria
Library and Montezah Palace,
the summer residence of former
King Farouk, will enhance
your appreciation of this wondrous
civilization. (Full details
available upon request.)
Hotel Accommodations
Days Two through Four -
Ramses Hilton Hotel Cairo
Days Five through Seven -
MS TI YI Deluxe Nile River Boat
Day Eight -
Meridien Hotel, Heliopolis, Cairo
Alexandria extension -
Renaissance Hotel
$3655 per person based on DOUBLE OCCUPANCY + $150 per person airline tax
$3655 per person based on a GUARANTEED SHARE* + $150 per person airline tax
$4254 per person based on SINGLE OCCUPANCY + $150 per person airline tax
* Guaranteed Share is based on double occupancy. Advantage International will select a same gender roommate for you from within the group. In the event we are unable to provide you with a roommate, you are guaranteed the per person double rate.
