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XMAS & NEW YEAR SPECIAL
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15 Days £689 + Local payment £190
NEW YEAR GALA DINNER INCLUDED! |
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Detailed Itinerary |
Day 1: Cairo.
At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes open for the Travel Talk sign. Gather round in the hotel lobby at 6:00pm as we meet both the other tour members and the guide for an informal meeting.
Day 2: Cairo,
Aswan.
After breakfast we visit the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mycrenos. The afternoon is left to site-see Sakkara; the first capital of ancient Egypt, famous for its step pyramid built by King Zoser in 2700 B.C. This evening it’s ´ALL ABOARD´ the overnight train to Aswan.
Day 3:Aswan
– Nile Cruise Today ´ALL ABOARD´ to start our 5 star
cruise boat with private cabins and all meals provided. Our
day starts with the discovery of the High Dam and then a
visit to the Philae Temple (sacred place dedicated to the
Goddess Isis), and then the unfinished Obelisk.
Day 4:Aswan and Nile Cruise. We are bound
for the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands on the River Nile.
Our floating hotel continues north and we can sun bathe on
top while our captain shows us some of the most amazing
sites of all. Today we visit Komombo Temple, one of the most
important historical sites on the Nile.
Day 5:Nile Cruise. Today we sail all day
long on Nile, watching the beautiful scenery pass us by and
wave to the locals continuing their day of washing, swimming
and fishing. Whilst being absorbed by the culture we can sit
back and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of one of the
greatest rivers on the earth. We visit Edfu Temple while
sailing.
Day 6:Nile Cruise, Luxor. Today we disembark
Nile Cruise and then visit the temple of Luxor on the East
Bank of the Nile which was dedicated to the great god Amun,
his wife Mut and their son Khonsu (the mood god) together
represents the Theban triad. The temple was built on the
site of a probable smaller structure for the god Amun, while
the earliest parts of the temple seen today date from the
14th century BC and the time of Amenhotep III. In the
afternoon we proceed to the Temple of Karnak, one of the
most important religious centers of ancient Egypt.
XMAS EVE IN
LUXOR : This
evening we have the option to join the Xmas Eve Dinner with all the members of our group
in the impressive Egyptian town of Luxor.
Day 7:Nile Cruise, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut,
Cairo After breakfast we head for the West Bank of the Nile where our donkey
awaits to take us into the Valley of the Kings through quiet
roads with lovely views of the Nile. Next is our discovery
of the magnificent “city of the Dead” where tombs were
carved into the desert rocks, decorated richly, and filled
with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. Rising out of the
desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Queen
Hatshepsut is our next stop. Then the overnight train to
Cairo.
Day 8: Cairo.
Our journey continues with a visit to one of the most important museums in the ancient world, the Egyptian Museum houses more than 100,000 relics of Egypt. Today we discover the Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Mohamed Ali, the Hanging Church and the world famous Kahn El Khalili bazaar.
Day 9 & 10: Cairo, Nuweiba, Dahab.
Relax and unwind next to the sea with all the activities available including swimming, snorkeling, diving, camel treks, jeep safaris and more!!
Day 11: Nuweiba/Taba, Aqaba, Wadi Rum. We depart for Nuweiba or Taba to board the speed ferry to Aqaba, the Jordan’s window to the sea. After checking into our desert camp in Wadi Rum, we join a 2 hour Jeep safari in the desert. This evening we also enjoy an authentic Jordanian dinner in Wadi Rum. After chilling out by the desert fire and sharing experiences with our travel mates under a starry sky, we spend the night in our desert camp.
Day 12: Wadi Rum, Petra.
After breakfast we depart for a full day tour in the Red Rose City Petra. We embark on an unforgettable trip on horse back and then by foot ‘til we reach the Treasury. Our local guide will provide us with a brief history of the city, which is one of the greatest attractions in the Middle East. We also visit the Pharaoh's Castle, the Triumphal arch and the Amphitheater. We remain in Petra overnight.
Day 13: Petra, Aqaba, Dahab.
Aqaba is strategically important to Jordan as it is the country's only seaport. The town borders Eilat, Israel, and there is a border post where it is possible to cross between the two countries (see Wadi Araba Crossing). Both Aqaba and Eilat are at the head of the Gulf of Aqaba. The town is best known today as a diving and beach resort. In the afternoon we return to Dahab. NEW YEAR GALA DINNER
This evening we join the NEW YEAR GALA DINNER in this
fabulous town. We experience a fantastic "New Year Party"
with all the members of our group and spend an unforgetable
evening! New Year Gala Dinner is included in the tour cost.
Day 14: Dahab, Cairo
After spending the day in Dahab, we'll board our overnight coach back to Cairo in the evening
Day 15: Cairo.
Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends. Before your flight, we get you back to the airport and bid you safe travels.
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Accommodation |
5 and 4 star hotels and depending on the itinerary traditional Felucca boat or 5 star Nile Cruiser.
Boutique resort hotel in Dahab
3 star superior hotels in Jordan, desert camp in
Wadi Rum
Click for the meeting
hotel. |
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Airport Transfer |
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From the airport to the TravelTalk hotel and back
Click for details. |
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New Year Gala Dinner in Dahab |
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New Year Gala Dinner & Party in Dahab |
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Meals |
11 breakfasts, 3 lunches & dinners
in N.Cruise, 2 lunches & dinners
in Felucca, 1 dinner in Wadi Rum |
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Transportation |
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Traditional Felucca boat
Air-conditioned non-smoking coach or mini-bus,
Overnight first class train (recliner seat) between Cairo-Aswan and Luxor-Cairo
Donkey ride (Valley of the Kings)
4x4 jeep (Wadi Rum)
Felucca or 5 star Nile Cruise boat (depending on the itinerary)
Ferry between Egypt-Jordan |
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Guide |
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Services of experienced Eqyptologist guides and the crew of the Felucca boat
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Excursions |
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As per the itinerary (entrance fees NOT included) |
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Not included |
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Any
flights, insurance, meals not stated in the
itinerary, items of a personal nature, tips, visa
fees, entrance fees to the sights and museums, other
services not stated in the itinerary, optional
activities |
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Cairo including
Giza, Pyramids of Cheops & Chephren & Mycrenos, Sphinx
Sakkara, Step Pyramid of Zoser, Egyptian Museum,
Citadel of Saladin,
Mosque of Mohamed Ali,
The Hanging Church, Khan el Khalili Bazaar.
Ü Aswan including
The High Dam,
Philae Temple,
Unfinished Obelisk,
Elephantine and Kitchener Islands
Ü Komombo Temple
Ü Edfu Temple
Ü Luxor including
Temple of Luxor,
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple,
Temple of Karnak
Ü Dahab and Nuweiba
Ü Aqaba
Ü Petra including Pharaoh's Castle, the Triumphal arch, Amphitheater
Wadi Rum - Jeep Safari |
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Departure Dates and Rates |
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Tour Code |
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Finish |
List
Price |
2
Mates Discount |
Solo
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Sunday |
Sunday |
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EJH3-1219-2010 |
19-Dec |
02-Jan |
£689 |
40% |
25% |
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Local Payment |
£190 |
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Single
Supplement |
£149 |
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We ease your cash needs by dividing the tour cost
into two payments : tour price and local payment.
You just need to pay the tour price to purchase your
travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid
when you join the trip. The NEW YEAR GALA DINNER is
also covered via the local payment of this special
tour. Please view
"Frequently Asked Questions"
section for
the details of the local payment.
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Although we clearly mention what
is included and not included in
the tour price, we are keen for
you to have a realistic budget
to ensure you have the very best
time on your tour.
Please
click here to have more idea
about your possible expenses
during the journey. |
