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2010 Egypt & the Nile www.uniworldcruises.com.au

“Egypt is the gift of the Nile...Nowhere are there so many marvelous things as in Egypt, nor in the whole world besides are to be seen so many things of unspeakable greatness.” - Herodotus, Greek scholar Amazingly, the Egyptian treasures that awed Herodotus nearly 2,500 years ago were almost as far removed from his time as he is from ours. Egypt has stunned and delighted its visitors for millennia, and the Nile River is the gateway to its many gems. When you sail the Nile onboard the all-suite River Tosca, you’re following the path of pharaohs, traders, invaders, and explorers who for thousands of years have taken in Egypt’s most magnificent sites from the decks of their ships. Now these sites of the Nile—grand cities such as Cairo, Aswan, Thebes/Luxor, and Karnak, along with scenic villages surrounded by luxuriant palm groves and romantic desert hills are yours to discover while sailing onboard the River Tosca. Join Uniworld on a voyage to experience the glories of the world’s oldest civilization. You’ll discover that taking a cruise along the world’s longest river—the lifeline of both ancient and modern Egypt—is like watching 5,000 years of history and culture unfold before your eyes, and this experience is certain to leave a lasting impression on you for years to come. We look forward to welcoming you aboard! Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

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The Great Sphinx of Giza, Cairo

Table of Contents Introduction Set sail along the Nile onboard the River Tosca.............................................. 4 – 5

Itineraries NEW – Classic Egypt & the Nile Cairo to Cairo – 8 days................................... 6 – 7 Splendors of Egypt & the Nile Cairo to Cairo – 12 days................................. 8 – 9 Jewels of Egypt, the Nile, & Lake Nasser Cairo to Cairo – 12 days............................. 10 – 11

Ships in Egypt River Tosca: Nile River Cruise Ship...................... 12 Prince Abbas: Lake Nasser Cruise Ship................ 12

Information Post-Optional Tour Extensions............................. 13 International Airlines.......................................... 13 Terms and Conditions................................. 14 – 15

Symbols used in this brochure e Embark or Disembark d Flight m b Motorcoach c Music Concert f BB W Captain’s F Captain’s

Welcome Dinner Farewell Dinner

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Museum Visit Dining Out Buffet Breakfast Lunch Dinner

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Set sail along the Nile onboard the River Tosca River Tosca is the newest addition to Uniworld’s family of boutique hotel-style ships. Each of the 41 suites onboard the all-suite River Tosca offers French balconies for incredible Nile River views. Suites are over 300 sq. ft. and are all beautifully appointed with the finest amenities. Comfortable beds draped in fine 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and duvets provide a restful night’s sleep. iPod® docking stations and flat-screen televisions with a variety of viewing choices provide added entertainment. Fully-tiled bathrooms stocked with soothing bath amenities, plush towels, lavish robes, and comfy his and her slippers add extra comforts. And those desiring additional space will feel right at home in the 651 sq. ft. Presidential suites. Guests aboard the River Tosca will find a host of onboard activities. A swimming pool lined with cabanas and a Jacuzzi® can be found on the sun deck. Additional diversions include a gym, library, and boutique. When night falls, guests will enjoy panoramic views and entertainment in the ship’s elegant rooftop bar. Morning, noon, and night, guests will discover a parade of culinary delights. For breakfast and lunch, enjoy a sumptuous buffet offering an extensive array of hot and cold selections. Evening offers a luxurious ambience with flawlessly prepared meals using the finest meats and seafood along with tasty side dishes. And of course, all meals conclude with the most tantalizing desserts served by Uniworld’s team of professionally-trained staff members.

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River Tosca Suite

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Pyramids of Giza, Cairo NEW 2010

Classic Egypt & the Nile CAIRO TO CAIRO, 8 DAYS Classic Egypt & the Nile River Cruise and Tour Package Includes: • 4-night Nile River cruise onboard the River Tosca, including an elegantly appointed riverview suite with a French balcony and fine amenities* • 3 nights at the deluxe Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino with a room overlooking the Nile, including all service charges, taxes, porterage, and buffet breakfast* • All meals onboard • Captivating excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides • Exciting onboard entertainment, including a Galabeya party, and Nubian show • Services of a Cruise Manager/ Egyptologist throughout your trip • Sightseeing on an air-conditioned motorcoach • Scheduled air travel between Cairo/ Luxor and Aswan/Cairo • Complimentary transfers throughout your cruise/tour and on arrival and departure days *Hotel and ship subject to change.

2,999

A$ From

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Experience the mythical wonders and ancient treasures of Egypt and the Nile Uniworld designed its newest itinerary, Classic Egypt & the Nile, to take you into the heart of ancient Egypt where you will discover all of its amazing wonders. You’ll be swept away by romantic history and powerful legends as you explore this historic land. Spend time in the mysterious city of Cairo where the ancient and the modern coexist in perfect harmony. Come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx. Take in the extraordinary sight of the sole survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the 4,000year-old Great Pyramid of Giza. Traverse the Nile onboard the River Tosca. Let yourself be whisked away to magnificent sites: the Karnak Temple—known to the Egyptians as “The Most Perfect of Places”—with avenues of sphinxes and halls of gigantic columns; the Temple of Hathor — one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, which contains a rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarion; the Valley of the Kings, where many illustrious pharaohs were buried; Kom Ombo, the temple dedicated to two gods; and romantic Philae Temple, which rises from the waters of the Nile on the island of Agilika. Who will enjoy this cruise: Lovers of myth and mystery will be enchanted by the sites—both ancient and modern— encountered on this journey. And architecture and photography buffs will have plenty of opportunities to study Egypt’s grandest monuments.

per person twin share cruise/tour including taxes

Day 1: Cairo

Be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transfer to the Cairo Marriott and Casino Hotel.* Day 2: Cairo

Featured Excursions: The legendary Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum Drive to Memphis to admire the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx. Then come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx and the magnificent Pyramids on a guided tour of Giza. You’ll conclude your day in Cairo at the Egyptian Museum an unrivaled warehouse of Pharaonic treasures, including artifacts recovered from the tomb of King Tut. (BB) Day 3: Fly to Luxor, cruising the Nile, Dendera deb Featured Excursion: Temple of Karnak Fly to Luxor in the morning, where you’ll discover the Temple of Karnak before boarding the River Tosca and sailing to Dendera. (BB, L, D) Day 4: Dendera, cruising the Nile, Luxor b Featured Excursions: Temple of Hathor in Dendera and Temple of Luxor Explore the Temple of Hathor. Later, return to Luxor to see the Temple of Luxor. (BB, L, D)

Day 5: Luxor, cruising the Nile, Kom Ombo b Featured Excursions: Colossi of Memnon, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Valley of the Kings Visit the Colossi of Memnon, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Valley of the Kings. During the evening, enjoy a Galabeya party while your ship sails to Kom Ombo. (BB, L, D) Day 6: Kom Ombo, cruising the Nile, Aswan b Featured Excursions: Temple at Kom Ombo, Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, and felucca ride Marvel at the impressive double temple in Kom Ombo. Visit the Aswan High Dam to see the Unfinished Obelisk before traveling to the Temple of Isis, which rises from the waters of the Nile on the island of Philae. Later, sail in a traditional felucca around Aswan’s Botanical Gardens. In the evening, have fun at an onboard Nubian show. (BB, L, D)

Pricing Details Per Person Twin Share Departure Dates

Total Per Person Twin Share

Jan 2

Jan 9, 16, 23, 30

Feb 6, 13, 20, 27

Mar 6, 13, 20, 27

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Optional Excursion: Abu Simbel

Jun 5, 12, 19, 26

Disembark in Aswan, and fly to Cairo. (BB)

Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Aug 7, 14, 21, 28

Sep 4, 11

Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight home. (BB)

Sep 18, 25

Oct 2, 9, 16, 23

Note: Please see page 13 for the postoptional land extension to Alexandria/Cairo.

Oct 30

Nov 6, 13, 20, 27

Dec 4, 11

Dec 18, 25

Jan 1 2011

Day 7: Aswan, fly to Cairo

Day 8: Depart Cairo

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Pay-in-Full Discount PAY-IN-FULL at time of booking on or before January 31, 2010 to SAVE $600 per couple ($300 per person) off cruise/tour.

-OREarly Booking Discount

Single Supplement Option†

3,550

3,399

2,999

3,125

3,275

3,475

3,999

4,199

Ship

1,399

River Tosca

1,350

River Tosca

1,350

River Tosca

1,350

River Tosca

1,350

River Tosca

1,199

River Tosca

1,199

River Tosca

1,250

River Tosca

1,250

River Tosca

1,299

River Tosca

1,375

River Tosca

1,375

River Tosca

1,599

River Tosca

1,599

River Tosca

1,599

River Tosca

1,675

River Tosca

1,675

River Tosca

Prices shown above include cruise in Cat. 4, Cairo Deck and are inclusive of port charges. †Single supplement subject to limited availability. Upgrades as per pricing below. International airfare is not included in these prices. Please contact us for details and latest deals. Other restrictions apply. Please also refer to pages 14 – 15, or contact Uniworld for more information.

To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per person Twin Share price: Category 3 Suite

Category 2 Suite

150

Presidential Suite

325

See Deck Plan on page 12

Category 1 Suite

1,999

525

BOOK and DEPOSIT on or before January 30, 2010 to SAVE $300 per couple ($150 per person) off cruise/tour. * An upgrade will be available from the Cairo Marriott and Casino Hotel to the Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel in Cairo for A$799 per person, based on double occupancy; A$1,599 for a single. Price is based on the Nile view room.

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Luxor

Splendors of Egypt & the Nile CAIRO TO CAIRO, 12 DAYS Splendors of Egypt & the Nile Cruise and Tour Package Includes: • 7-night Nile River cruise onboard the River Tosca, including an elegantly appointed riverview suite with a French balcony and fine amenities* • 4 nights at the deluxe Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino with a room overlooking the Nile, including all service charges, taxes, porterage, and buffet breakfast* • All meals onboard • Captivating excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides • Exciting onboard entertainment, including 2 Galabeya parties, and 2 Nubian shows • Services of a Cruise Manager/ Egyptologist throughout your trip • Sightseeing on an air-conditioned motorcoach • Scheduled air travel between Cairo/ Luxor and Luxor/Cairo • Complimentary transfers throughout your cruise/tour and on arrival and departure days

Imagine sailing down the Nile in a style once reserved for pharaohs and queens Experience this amazing country onboard the new all-suite River Tosca. Uniworld’s carefully crafted itinerary takes you to the Nile’s most fascinating sites. Spend a day exploring breathtaking Karnak—the largest temple complex ever constructed. Visit Hathor, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, and the Valley of the Kings, where many illustrious pharaohs were buried. Wander around the Temple of Hatshepsut, which rises majestically out of the surrounding limestone cliffs. Spend four nights in exciting Cairo, where you’ll be taken to the famous Egyptian Museum, an unrivaled warehouse of Pharaonic treasures, as well as the remarkable artifacts recovered from the tomb of King Tut. Journey to Giza to pay homage to the mighty Pyramids and the very face of ancient Egypt, the Sphinx. Get ready to gaze in awe at the extraordinary creations that define Egypt—a land of complexity, marvels, and mythology. Who will enjoy this cruise: Those who want to experience the splendors of ancient Egyptian history in a relaxed and refined way via a luxury cruise ship, with ever-changing scenery and frequent stops at ancient wonders.

*Hotel and ship are subject to change.

3,875

A$ From

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per person twin share cruise/tour including taxes

Day 1: Cairo

Day 7: Aswan

Be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transfer to the Cairo Marriott and Casino Hotel.* Day 2: Cairo

Featured Excursions: Felucca ride, High Tea, and Philae Temple Sound & Light show Optional Excursion: Abu Simbel

Featured Excursions: Citadel of Salah alDin, Muhammad Ali Mosque, and Egyptian Museum

Sail on a felucca before attending High Tea. During the evening, marvel at the Philae Temple’s Sound & Light show. (BB, L, D)

Tour the Citadel of Salah al-Din, Muhammad Ali Mosque, and the Egyptian Museum. (BB)

Day 8: Cruising the Nile, Edfu

Day 3: Fly to Luxor, cruising the Nile, Dendera deb

Day 9: Edfu, cruising the Nile, Luxor

Visit the Temple of Karnak in Luxor before boarding the River Tosca. (BB, L, D)

Visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god. Then enjoy the scenery as you cruise back to Luxor. (BB, L, D)

Featured Excursion: Temple of Karnak

Day 4: Dendera, cruising the Nile, Luxor b

Featured Excursions: Temple of Hathor in Dendera and Temple of Luxor Discover the Temples of Hathor and Luxor. (BB, L, D) Day 5: Luxor, cruising the Nile, Kom Ombo b

Featured Excursions: Colossi of Memnon, Hatshepsut Temple, and Valley of the Kings Visit the Colossi of Memnon, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Valley of the Kings. (BB, L, D) Day 6: Kom Ombo, cruising the Nile, Aswan Featured Excursions: Kom Ombo Temple, Aswan High Dam, and Philae Temple Explore Kom Ombo’s waterfront temple, Aswan’s High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple. (BB, L, D)

Spend the day sailing to Edfu. (BB, L, D)

Featured Excursion: Temple of Horus

Day 10: Luxor, fly to Cairo

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Pricing Details Per Person Twin Share Departure Dates

Total Per Person Twin Share

Jan 2

Jan 9, 16, 23, 30

Feb 6, 13, 20, 27

Mar 6, 13, 20, 27

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Jun 5, 12, 19

Jun 26

Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Aug 7, 14

Aug 21, 28

Sep 4, 11, 18

Sep 25

Oct 2, 9, 16, 23

Oct 30

Nov 6, 13, 20, 27

Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight home. (BB)

Dec 4, 11

Dec 18, 25

Note: Please see page 13 for the postoptional tour extension to Jordan.

Jan 1 2011

Featured Excursions: Pyramids of Giza and Sound & Light show Disembark in Luxor, and fly to Cairo. In the evening, be awed by the magical Sound & Light show that illuminates the Pyramids of Giza. (BB) Day 11: Cairo

Featured Excursions: Guided tour of Giza, the Sphinx, and the legendary Pyramids. Enjoy a guided tour of Giza before coming face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx and the magnificent Pyramids. (BB) Day 12: Cairo

Pay-In-Full Discount PAY-IN-FULL at time of booking on or before January 31, 2010 to SAVE $800 per couple ($400 per person) off cruise.

Single Supplement Option†

4,599

4,475

3,875

4,150

3,999

4,399

4,599

5,150

5,275

Ship

1,825

River Tosca

1,775

River Tosca

1,775

River Tosca

1,775

River Tosca

1,775

River Tosca

1,550

River Tosca

1,550

River Tosca

1,650

River Tosca

1,650

River Tosca

1,650

River Tosca

1,599

River Tosca

1,750

River Tosca

1,825

River Tosca

1,825

River Tosca

2,050

River Tosca

2,050

River Tosca

2,050

River Tosca

2,099

River Tosca

2,099

River Tosca

To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per person Twin Share price: Category 3 Suite

Category 2 Suite

199

Presidential Suite

399

See Deck Plan on page 12

Category 1 Suite

3,350

599

-OREarly Booking Discount BOOK and DEPOSIT on or before January 30, 2010 to SAVE $400 per couple ($200 per person) off cruise.

* An upgrade will be available from the Cairo Marriot and Casino Hotel to the Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel in Cairo for A$1,069 per person, based on double occupancy; A$2,139 for a single. Price is based on the Nile view room.

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Abu Simbel

Jewels of Egypt, the Nile, & Lake Nasser CAIRO TO CAIRO, 12 DAYS Jewels of Egypt, the Nile, & Lake Nasser Cruise and Tour Package Includes: • 4-night Lake Nasser cruise (including Abu Simbel) onboard the Prince Abbas or similar vessel* • 3-night Nile River cruise onboard the River Tosca, including an elegantly appointed riverview suite with a French balcony and fine amenities* • 4 nights at the deluxe Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino with a room overlooking the Nile, including all service charges, taxes, porterage, and buffet breakfast* • All meals onboard • Captivating excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides • Exciting onboard entertainment, including a Galabeya party and a Nubian show • Services of a Cruise Manager/ Egyptologist throughout your trip • Scheduled air travel Cairo/Aswan − Abu Simbel/Aswan − Luxor/Cairo. • Complimentary transfers throughout your cruise/tour, and on arrival and departure days *Ships and hotel are subject to change.

Splendors both natural and manmade will capture your mind and beguile your heart Perfectly designed to blend the wonders of ancient and modern Egypt—as well as showcase the country’s greatest natural and manmade treasures—this cruise/tour package takes you across beautiful Lake Nasser to see mighty Abu Simbel, down the legendary Nile River, and into the heart of bustling Cairo. Discover ancient Egypt’s most exciting sites: the awe-inspiring Pyramids and mysterious Great Sphinx of Giza; the majestic Temple of Karnak; the splendidly preserved Temple of Edfu; and Wadi El Seboua, the “Valley of the Lionesses.” The Nubian jewels you’ll find on this itinerary aren’t available on any of our other tours. Plus, you’ll cruise onboard Prince Abbas, a five-star lake cruise ship, across the stunningly beautiful Lake Nasser—the world’s largest artificial body of water to awe-inspiring Abu Simbel. Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam that created this remarkably remote and unspoiled lake in the 1960s. Then transfer to the luxurious River Tosca to sail the Nile as you take in all the wonders the great Nile River Valley has to offer. Who will enjoy this cruise: This trip provides the perfect blend of touring great Egyptian monuments, cruising Lake Nasser and the Nile River, and sightseeing in Cairo. It’s a real connoisseur’s delight of everything Egyptian—from famous cultural artifacts to unspoiled natural beauty. Note: While the Prince Abbas is a five-star deluxe cruise ship, it does not have the same amenities as the River Tosca.

3,999

A$ From

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per person twin share cruise/tour including taxes

Day 1: Cairo

Be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transfer to the Cairo Marriott and Casino Hotel.* Day 2: Cairo

Featured Excursions: Citadel of Salah alDin, Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Egyptian Museum, and Khan el-Khalili bazaar Tour the Citadel of Salah al-Din, the great Mosque of Muhammad Ali, the Egyptian Museum, and Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. (BB) Day 3: Cairo

Featured Excursions: Guided tour of Giza, the Sphinx, and the legendary Pyramids Come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx and the mighty Pyramids on a guided tour of Giza. (BB) Day 4: Cairo, fly to Aswan

Day 7: Amada, Kasr Ibrim, Abu Simbel

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Fly to Aswan to embark on your Lake Nasser cruise onboard the Prince Abbas. (BB, L, D) Day 5: Aswan, cruising Lake Nasser, Kalabsha b Featured Excursion: Kalabsha Temple Visit Kalabsha Temple, the largest preserved temple in Nubia. (BB, L, D) Day 6: Wadi El Seboua, cruising Lake Nasser, Amada b Featured Excursions: Wadi El Seboua, Dakka and Amada Temples Enjoy time at Wadi El Seboua before cruising to the Amada and Dakka Temples. (BB, L, D)

Featured Excursions: Temples of Abu Simbel and Sound & Light show Explore Abu Simbel with its 3,200-year-old statues, and then enjoy an evening Sound & Light show. (BB, L, D) Day 8: Abu Simbel, fly to Aswan

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Featured Excursions: Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple Marvel at the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. Then board the River Tosca to sail along the Nile. (BB, L, D) Day 9: Aswan, cruising the Nile, Kom Ombo, Edfu b Featured Excursion: Kom Ombo Temple You’ll sail to Kom Ombo to visit the city’s spectacular waterfront temple. (BB, L, D) Day 10: Edfu, cruising the Nile, Luxor

Featured Excursions: Edfu and Luxor Temples Spend time at the Temple of Edfu and Temple of Luxor. (BB, L, D) Day 11: Luxor, fly to Cairo

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Featured Excursions: Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, and Temple of Karnak Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnom, and Karnak Temple before flying back to Cairo. (BB) Day 12: Depart Cairo

Pricing Details Per Person Twin Share Departure Dates

Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight home. (BB)

Total Per Person Twin Share

Jan 8, 15, 22, 29

Feb 5, 12, 19, 26

Mar 5, 12, 19

Mar 26

Apr 2

Apr 9, 16, 23

Apr 30

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Jun 4, 11, 18, 25

Jul 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Aug 6, 13, 20, 27

Sep 3, 10, 17, 24

Oct 1, 8, 15, 22

Oct 29

Nov 5, 12, 19, 26

Dec 3, 10

Dec 17, 24

Dec 31

Single Supplement Option†

4,599

5,225

4,599

3,999

4,275

4,475

5,350

6,025

5,550

Ship

1,825

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,825

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,825

Prince Abbas/Tosca

2,075

Prince Abbas/Tosca

2,075

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,825

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,599

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,599

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,599

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,699

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,699

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,699

Prince Abbas/Tosca

1,775

Prince Abbas/Tosca

2,125

Prince Abbas/Tosca

2,125

Prince Abbas/Tosca

2,125

Prince Abbas/Tosca

2,399

Prince Abbas/Tosca

2,199

Prince Abbas/Tosca

To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per person Twin Share price:

Pay-in-Full Discount PAY-IN-FULL at time of booking on or before January 31, 2010 to SAVE $800 per couple ($400 per person) off cruise/tour.

Category 3 Suite

Category 2 Suite

125

Presidential Suite

199

See Deck Plan on page 12

Category 1 Suite

399

1,725

Note: Suite upgrades apply only to the River Tosca.

-OREarly Booking Discount BOOK and DEPOSIT on or before January 30, 2010 to SAVE $400 per couple ($200 per person) off cruise/tour.

* An upgrade will be available from the Cairo Marriott and Casino Hotel to the Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel in Cairo for A$1069 per person, based on double occupancy; A$2,139 for a single. Price is based on the Nile view room.

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River Tosca

Prince Abbas

Inaugurated: 2009 Length: 236 ft. (72 m.) Width: 46 ft. (14 m.) Voltage: 220 volts Guests: 82 Presidential Suites: 2 x 651 sq. ft. (198 m.) Suites: 39 x 313 – 335 sq. ft. (95 – 102 m.)

Inaugurated: 1998 Length: 280.5 ft. (85.5 m.) Width: 50.9 ft. (15.5 m.) Voltage: 220 volts Guests: 140 Standard Staterooms: 50 x 226 sq. ft. (69 m.)

Facilities onboard the River Tosca

Facilities onboard the deluxe Prince Abbas

Lavishly appointed suites include: French balconies, hotel-style beds draped with the finest bed linens, a vanity with make-up mirror, generous built-in closets, a hair dryer, safe, individual temperature controls, direct-dial telephone, iPod® docking station, flat-screen television with a selection of viewing choices, and a bathroom with elegant robes, his and her slippers, and soothing bath amenities

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• Beautifully adorned lounge with full-service bar, cozy library, and elegant restaurant • Sun deck with a cabana-lined swimming pool and a rooftop bar

The Prince Abbas is a five-star deluxe Lake Nasser cruise ship. It provides the perfect setting to view awe-inspiring Abu Simbel and other Nubian monuments.

• Boutique for gifts

• All staterooms have views of Lake Nasser and are comfortably appointed with a private bathroom

• 24-hour reception service

• Lovely lounge with full-service bar

• Fully equipped gym and massage room

• Wireless Internet access in public areas

• Cozy library and elegant restaurant • Sun deck with shaded restaurant and mosaic-lined swimming pool and Jacuzzi® • Fitness center and billiard room Note: While the Prince Abbas is a five-star deluxe ship, she does not have all of the same amenities as the River Tosca.

Extend your trip with one of these International Airlines post-optional tour extensions Alexandria and Cairo, Egypt – Explore Alexandria, the steamy setting of Cleopatra and

Fly with the best: Emirates’

Mark Anthony’s romantic saga. This is the second largest city in Egypt, and is known as the

multi award winning service

“Pearl of the Mediterranean.” While here, delve deep inside the rock-cut Catacombs that

operates flights from Sydney,

commonly strike awe into the hearts and minds of the architecturally minded. Enjoy the Roman

Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth

Theater, the beautiful El-Mursi Abul-Abbas Mosque, Montazah Gardens, and Quayet-Bey Fortress.

to over 100 destinations in

Included in your 4-day stay:

more than 60 countries

• 2 nights at the deluxe Grand Helnan Alexandria Hotel (or similar) with breakfast daily

worldwide.

• 1 night at deluxe Marriott Hotel and Casino • Fully-escorted tours with English-speaking guides

For Australian travellers this

• All transportation on the tour • Services of an experienced Tour Manager • All transfers

extensive route network enables

Only A$799 per person (single supplement A$199)

convenient travel to Cairo via

Note: This extension is offered on the Classic Egypt & the Nile itinerary.

Dubai or 22 other destinations

Petra and Amman, Jordan – Jordan is blessed with historic cities dating back to Biblical

in Europe and 14 destinations

Emirates Cabin Crew

times. Start your journey in the kingdom’s capital, the city of Amman. Travel north to discover

in the Middle East.

the treasures of Jerash. Stop at Madaba to see the 6th-century mosaic, the only surviving map

Now with the launch of Emirates’ early morning services from all airports in Australia, passengers can

of the ancient Holy Lands. Visit Mount Nebo, where Moses sighted the Holy Land.

reach any of its European destinations within the same day of travel.

The most exciting part of your stay in Jordan will undoubtedly be your first glimpse of the lost

Emirates is one of the fastest growing airlines in the world and its success rests with its outstanding

city of Petra, hewn from rose-colored sandstone. Visit the legendary Khazneh, the Treasury, and the often-filmed lavishly carved sites, amphitheaters, palaces and Roman tombs chiseled into and through solid rock cliffs. On the way back to Amman visit Shobak, and follow a 5,000-year-old route first mentioned in the Bible, then travel the King’s Highway.

Included in your 5-day stay:

service, and superior product offering. Among the perks offered is a generous 30kg luggage allowance for Economy Class travellers, and complimentary chauffeur-driven airport transfers and access to airport lounges for Business and First Class passengers. Emirates’ stunning onboard

• Flight from Cairo to Amman • 2 nights Crown Plaza Amman (or similar) • 2 nights Crown

facilities include a state-of-the-art

Plaza Petra (or similar) • Breakfast and dinner daily • Fully-escorted tours with English-

entertainment system with more

speaking guides • All transportation on the tour • Services of an experienced Tour Manager

than 600 channels on demand,

• All transfers

lie-flat beds in Business Class in

Only A$1,999 per person (single supplement A$468)

select aircraft, Private Suites in

Note: This extension is offered on the Splendors of Egypt & the Nile itinerary.

Quayet-Bey Fortress, Alexandria

First Class, and gourmet food and wine service for all passengers.

Jordan

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Booking Conditions & Important Information We at Uniworld want to do everything we can to make sure your trip is enjoyable and worry-free. As part of that commitment, we are including the following information about your trip. Please read these pages carefully, as payment of a deposit represents an acceptance of the Uniworld Terms and Conditions. Your Trip Prices: Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a stateroom or hotel room and are in AU Dollars. Cruise/tour prices are based on costs, charges, tariffs, rates, taxes, levies, and exchange rates as of June 15, 2009. Should the total cruise/tour price increase by more than 10%, passengers will have the right to cancel their cruise within 7 days of notification of the surcharge without penalty. No surcharges in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment for the deposit of your cruise/tour is received. This does not apply to fuel surcharges and any taxes, charges, or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. A limited numbers of singles are available for an additional supplement. Items not included in the cruise/tour price: Airfares to and from your destination except where specified, airport/departure taxes, passport and visa fees, insurances of all kinds, port taxes, laundry, phone calls, wines and liquor (unless specified), beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary. Optional excursions will be offered on your cruise and should be included within your holiday budgeting. Gratuities: it is our goal to ensure the service you receive is as wonderful as the sights you see. Whilst they are customary, gratuities including the customary end-oftrip gratuity/tip for the tour manager, cruise manager and crew are not included in the price of your trip. The amount of the tip is entirely subject to your satisfaction with your travel experience and is solely at your discretion. Reservations and Payments: Deposit

Final Payment

A$250 per person per cruise or extension within 7 days of booking

At least 90 days prior to departure from Australia

1. Your Cruise reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non-refundable deposit of A$250 per person, per cruise or extension which must be within 7 DAYS of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled. 2. Payment in full is required at time of booking for reservations made less than 90 days prior to departure from Australia. 3. Uniworld reserves the right to cancel the reservation and impose cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods. 4. Your Travel Agent shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such monies for each and every person named in the booking until the booking is confirmed at which times those monies shall be remitted promptly by your Travel Agent to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law. We will be entitled to keep for each account any interest earned on such monies. It is a condition of our confirmation of your booking and acceptance of your deposit in respect of your cruise, that all monies paid by you to us through your Travel Agent, whether by way of deposit or otherwise in respect of your cruise, may be disbursed by us as and when we see fit or in respect of the services to be provided or fees payable under the cruise programme, and the payment of a deposit or otherwise for your cruise, shall be deemed to be a direction to disburse such monies as aforesaid. 5. Any special meal requirements will be made on a REQUEST basis only. Uniworld cannot GUARANTEE special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if passengers’ special meal requests are not fulfilled. Booking Changes, Cancellations and Refunds Booking Changes: A fee of $35 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed unless the change increases the value of the booking. A change of cruise date or cruise itinerary will be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply.

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Cancellation and Cancellation Fees: • Your $250 deposit is non refundable and cannot be used as a credit towards a future cruise. • Notice of your cancellation must be received in writing by Uniworld. Any change or substitution of a passenger will be deemed a cancellation of the reservation and the applicable cancellation charges will be applied. • The following scale of charges based upon the date of cancellation, will apply:

No. of days prior to tour start date

Cancellation charges per person as a % of the fare*

90 days or more

$250 non refundable deposit

89 – 60 days

38.5%

59 – 30 days

55%

Less than 30 days

100%

*The fare is defined as the cost of any cruise, land or air element purchased through Uniworld. International or intra-European/Middle eastern air tickets may have additional cancellation or change fees/charges. • These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees or charges that may be levied by your Travel Agent. • If you cancel a pre or post extension ninety (90) days or less before departure, penalties as shown on the cancellation scale will apply to the price of the extension. Refunds and Penalties: • Illness or Absenteeism: In the event of your withdrawal from a cruise after commencement for reasons of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a cruise, including but not limited to missed meals or sightseeing. Uniworld make no representation or guarantee concerning reimbursements of funds paid by you under any insurance claim. • Airlines & Airfares: If a promotional air fare contained in this brochure is broken or extended for any reason, an additional cost may be incurred. Airfares are subject to change at any time. Changes to flight itineraries and name changes may result in penalties charged by the Airline concerned and passed on to the passenger. Travel Documents Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to departure from Australia (providing full payment and your completed passenger information form have been received by us). If you are leaving home earlier please ask your Travel Agent to request your travel documents in good time.

• Cruise Participation: Uniworld trips are exciting, relatively active vacations. While there will be plenty of time to relax, there will also be much to see and do. Your included excursions may require an extensive amount of walking over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement, and sometimes steps, so please bring any issues regarding your health or mobility to the attention of Uniworld when making your booking, as this could greatly impact your vacation experience. In addition, you should know that while river cruise ships are spacious and elegant, they are equipped to meet Egyptian standards, and may not have elevators. Accommodations in Egypt may differ from accommodations in Australia. If you are disabled, a companion who will be responsible for providing any required assistance must accompany you, as Uniworld is unable to provide individual assistance. Uniworld has sole discretion to decline the booking of any passenger whose condition may affect his or her own health, safety, and enjoyment, or that of other passengers. Additionally, Uniworld reserves its right to require a current passenger to end his or her trip for the aforesaid reasons. Transfers: Uniworld will provide complimentary scheduled group transfers to/ from the ship/hotel as long as your flights arrive/depart in the cruise/tour starting/ ending cities in accordance with the dates shown in this brochure and your flight arrangements comply with the Transfer Guidelines as shown below. There may be a waiting period between transfers of two hours or more unless private car transfers have been purchased. If your flight arrangements arrive/depart outside of these parameters, you may purchase a private car transfer from Uniworld or make your own transfer arrangements. Please ask your travel consultant for appropriate costs during the reservation process. Uniworld will not be responsible for late arrivals or missed transfers due to delayed or cancelled flights, for missed cruise/trip days, or for extra costs resulting from the foregoing. To qualify for transfers, it is required that flight information and pre-trip arrangements for all passengers making their own flight arrangements be given to Uniworld no later than 45 days prior to departure and conform to the following Transfer Guidelines:

Transfer Guidelines: Flights must arrive/depart within the following time limits: Arrival

Departure

Egypt

24 hours

Extra Nights

24 hours

Porterage/Baggage: One suitcase per person is allowed. Airlines may have baggage restrictions, please check with your air carrier before your flight. Uniworld is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to baggage and/or personal belongings. Keep an eye on your baggage – it is your responsibility throughout the trip. Uniworld is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to baggage and /or personal belongings.

• Passport/Visa: A passport with minimum 6 months validity (from return date) is required to travel on all Uniworld programs. Visas may be required, please check with your travel agent. Any visas or other travel documentation required for any particular journey is the sole responsibility of the passenger. Uniworld is not responsible for advice or obtaining travel documentation for any passenger or for any delays, damages and or losses including missed portions of any trip related to improper travel documentation. Uniworld may require passport or other information prior to departure.

Itinerary Changes: You can count on the value of Uniworld’s experience and regional knowledge to make sure you enjoy your cruise/tour even when conditions beyond our control occur. The very nature of a river, its sources, and networks of bridges and locks, means that there will be times when weather or other conditions in a region require Uniworld to make adjustments and/or modifications to an itinerary. Although every effort will be made to keep itineraries, vessels, and hotels as they are shown in the brochure, Uniworld reserves the right to substitute itineraries, hotels or vessels. In such cases, we will do everything we can to make sure the locations visited, the excursions taken, and the hotels or vessels offered are similar to the ones originally planned. Any changes to itineraries will not result in eligibility for a refund. Itineraries are subject to change without notice and may need to be altered specifically because of water levels, wind factors, or other conditions.

• Advanced, Cancelled or Delayed Sailing/Land Tour: Uniworld reserves the right to cancel, advance or postpone any scheduled tour and/or sailing date and may, but is not obligated to, substitute hotels or vessels. Uniworld shall not be liable for any loss to you by reason of any such cancellation, advancement or postponement. In the event of cancellation by Uniworld, your sole right of recourse shall be to obtain a refund of monies paid to Uniworld in connection with such cruise/tour.

Extensions/Land Tours: Uniworld reserves the right to reschedule and/or cancel land extensions or land tours if the minimum number of participants (20 people) is not reached or for safety reasons. If you cancel a pre or post extension ninety (90) days or less before departure, penalties as shown on the cancellation scale will apply to the price of the extension. Limited availability applies, book early to avoid disappointment.

General Information and Conditions

Booking Conditions & Important Information (continued) Medical Issues: Uniworld does not employ staff doctors or nurses. Should you need medical attention, it will be at local facilities, at your expense. Uniworld is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of medical services, or for the quality of medical care or medical services you receive. Young Travelers: Guests who are less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult who is 21 years of age or older. While we will accept children 4 years of age and older as guests, it is our long-term experience that most young children do not enjoy or appreciate the river cruise experience. There are no special arrangements, activities, medical facilities or accommodations (unless otherwise noted) for children on Uniworld cruise/tour programs. Adults accompanying children are responsible for their behavior onboard and ashore. Smoking Policy: For the comfort of all our guests, smoking is only permitted on the sun decks of our river cruise ships. Smoking is not permitted on motorcoaches. On the Prince Abbas smoking will be allowed in all areas of the ship except for the restaurant, the library, and a small section of the bar. Onboard the River Tosca, smoking will be allowed in the Cigar Room. Diets: Please advise the Uniworld reservation agent of any specific dietary considerations and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Pets: Pets are not permitted on Uniworld trips. Your Egypt River Cruise: We are confident your River Cruise through Egypt will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Indeed, a cruise on the Nile River and/or Lake Nasser is the most comfortable way to experience this fascinating country. You will be traveling through a country that is continually changing. Many things are different from those at home, and what you might take for granted in Western countries may not be available during your cruise/tour. To make the most of your cruise/tour holiday through Egypt, please take along your spirit of adventure and willingness to be flexible and tolerant. You will be richly rewarded, because this River Cruise/tour is more than just a holiday; it’s a unique cultural experience you will remember and talk about the rest of your life. Your Passenger Ticket Contract Transportation aboard the ship is provided solely by the Suppliers (ship owners and charterers) pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Passenger Ticket Contract that you will receive prior to embarkation. A copy of the Passenger Ticket Contract will be provided with your final documentation or earlier upon request. Please note the Passenger Ticket Contract includes a clause specifying the courts of Basel, Switzerland as the exclusive forum for resolving disputes. The Passenger Ticket Contract is governed by the law of Switzerland and is subject to limitations of liability and time limits for making claims under the Athens Convention Relating to the Carriage of Passengers and Their Luggage by Sea, 1974 (“Athens Convention”) and the International Convention on Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims, 1976 (“1976 Convention”). Responsibility and Waiver: The responsibility of Uniworld River Cruises, Inc. (“Uniworld”) is strictly limited. Uniworld promotes and sells tour programs consisting of certain travel services on the cruise ships (“Vessels”) or other modes of transport (“Transport”). Uniworld does not own or operate any of the Vessels/ Transport. The owners, operators and charterers (“Suppliers”) of the Vessels/ Transport are independent of Uniworld. Uniworld makes no representations or warranties concerning the Suppliers or the Vessels/Transport. We assume no liability for any acts or omissions of any Supplier including, without limitation, those involving cancellation of tours/cruises, schedule changes, reroutings, delays, damage to or loss of baggage, property damage, equipment failures, accidents, death or injuries to persons regardless of cause, whether or not services are tendered or transportation provided is arranged through Uniworld. Accordingly, you will not have any right to claim or recover against Uniworld as a consequence of any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any Suppliers or the condition or operation of any Vessel/Transport. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the liabilities and obligations of the Suppliers to you and your rights against the Suppliers, are subject to any and all terms and conditions of the Suppliers’ contract of carriage and any and all governmental/jurisdictional laws and regulations bearing upon or otherwise

relating to such rights, liabilities and obligations, including, without limitation, choice of law, jurisdiction of disputes, limitations of liability and limitations on the time to file claims. By utilizing the travel services of the Suppliers, you agree that you will look to such Suppliers for any accident, death, injury, property damage, or personal loss to you or to those traveling with you, and that neither Uniworld nor any representative of Uniworld shall have any liability whatsoever. 1. Omissions: Every effort has been made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to press; however Uniworld is not responsible for omissions, printing and/or presentation errors in brochures, on Internet sites, or in any other media where such information may be presented; we reserve the right to make corrections as required. 2. Agreement: The payment of a deposit and/or the issuance of tickets or vouchers shall be deemed your consent to the terms and conditions as presented herein. 3. Trafalgar Tours is only responsible for the services of reservations and ticketing. It does not accept any responsibility or liability for any of the acts, omissions or defaults, whether negligent or otherwise, of the operators. All matters arising in relation to the services provided by Trafalgar Tours (Aust) Pty Ltd., but not in respect of other things, are subject to the law of the State of New South Wales. 4. Time of Printing: The Terms and Conditions listed are those in effect at the time of printing and remain in effect until replaced. These Terms and Conditions replace all previous versions. 5. Seat belts: Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the Operators nor their agents or co-operating organizations or service providers concerned will be liable for any injury, illness or death or for any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of such accident or incident. 6. Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. The passenger contracts in use by the airlines or transportation companies when used shall constitute the sole contract between the airline, transportation company and passenger or purchaser of this tour and the Operators assume no responsibility in his connection. Enrolment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company. 7. The nominated and featured airline(s) does not by virtue of its endorsement of this brochure represent itself either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from Trafalgar Tours (Aust) Pty Ltd. or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser. All bookings made with any provider of any transport, facilities, meals, other goods or of any services are subject to terms and conditions imposed by them. 8. If you decide that you do not want to visit a country or part of a country you intended to visit because of any law, condition or requirement of any government or governmental authority, official, servant or agent, you are responsible for any costs, expenses, charges, fees, losses or damage incurred as a consequence and any cancellation or amendment fees. Neither Uniworld nor Trafalgar, accept any responsibility or liability for your acts, omissions, defaults, conduct, state of health, condition or circumstances. Other Conditions It is your responsibility to comply with the terms, conditions or requirements of any service provider, or any country or governmental authorities, or to bear any costs or losses incurred as a consequence of you not complying with them.

Data Protection Statement In order to process your tour booking, Trafalgar Tours will need to use personal information for you and other passengers included in your booking. This personal information may include each passenger’s name, address, phone number, email address, passport number, credit/debit card number and sensitive information such as health, medical, dietary, mobility, religious or other special requirements. This personal information may be passed on to other suppliers of your travel arrangements in addition to public authorities (such as customs and immigration), security and credit checking organizations, and otherwise as required by law. Similarly, we may also need to provide personal information to contractors who provide services to or for us (eg., sending mail, processing payments, providing marketing assistance). This may involve sending personal information (including sensitive information) to other countries that may not afford the same level of protection of personal information. We may also use the personal information you provide us to review and improve the tours and services that we offer, and to contact you (by post, email and/or telephone) about other tours and services offered by us, that you may be interested in. If you don’t want to receive this information, or if you want a copy of the personal information we hold about you, write to us at Uniworld River Cruises, Travel House, Level 4, 35 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction, NSW 2022. We may charge a fee for supplying you with this information as permitted by law. Please note: In this brochure and in these Booking Conditions, Trafalgar Tours (Aust.) Pty Ltd (ACN 000 717 715) is included in the expressions “Trafalgar Tours”, “we”, “us” and “persons” taking advantage of the services offered by Trafalgar Tours or other persons (if any) included with that person in the booking and that person’s or those persons’ travel agent (if any) are included in the expression “you”, “your” or “passenger”.

Trafalgar Tours (Aust) Pty Ltd. (ABN 73 000 717 715) Travel House, Level 6, 35 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction, N.S.W. 2022

Telephone Numbers SYD Metro area (02) 9028 5199 All other areas 1300 780 231 • Fax: (02) 9028 0899 Email: res@uniworldcruises.com.au Licence No: 2TA00 1889 All Continental Europe cruises are operated by

Uniworld River Cruises SA 9b Boulevard Du Prince Henri, L-1724 Luxembourg This brochure supersedes any other current brochure on the market.

Booking Arrangements Your booking arrangements are to be made by your Travel Agent and the person effecting the booking shall be deemed to have accepted the booking conditions.

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For more information, please contact your preferred Travel Agent. Call Uniworld in the Sydney metro area at (02) 9028 5199, and for all other areas call 1300 780 231, or visit our website at www.uniworldcruises.com.au

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