2020 ISRAEL, JORDAN, & EGYPT WITH NILE CRUISE – by Private Charter Air
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March 2 - 16 & October 12 - 26, 2020 Maximum 14 Travelers
Luxury Hotels of Choice included in this 15 - day journey… •
Jerusalem, ISRAEL - King David Hotel - Deluxe Old City View Room - Superbly located on an elevated site, offering incomparable views of the Old City walls, minarets and domes.
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Dead Sea - JORDAN - Kempinski Dead Sea - Junior Suite - Situated on the edge of the famous salt lake with a luxury spa that provides relaxing experiences infused with Dead Sea rich minerals.
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Petra, JORDAN - Movenpick Hotel - Junior Suite - Directly at the entrance to the historic Jordanian city of Petra with an exciting combination of natural stone, handcrafted wood, and Middle Eastern fabrics and textures.
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Nile River, EGYPT - Sonesta St. George Cruise - Presidential Suite - A relaxing cruise along the Nile River in the ultimate in comfort, elegance, and design.
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Cairo, EGYPT - Four Seasons Nile Plaza - Nile View Corniche Suite - Overlooking the felucca filled Nile River, just a short drive from the majestic pyramids, 1,000-year old market, 12th-century citadel and the ancient Egyptian museum.
Israel – Jordan – Egypt with Nile Cruise
By Private Charter Plane | A 15-Day Journey of the Holy Land Mar. 2–16, 2020 & Oct. 12–26, 2020 | Begins: Tel Aviv, Israel Ends: Cairo, Egypt Step back in history as you follow the trails of the ancient Jews, Romans, Nabaeteans, and Egyptians on this fascinating tour of the Middle East. Accompanied by an expert Lakani Tour Manager, explore archaeological treasures, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and uncover historic cultures of Israel, Jordan, and Egypt. Visit old churches, stunning temples, and ancient cities. Take a dip in the Dead Sea and spend a day in the impressive Red Rose City, known as Petra. Cruise the Nile and become immersed in tales of ancient Egyptian Kings and Queens. Much like the ancient pharaohs, your memories of this journey will be eternal.
Tour Cost: $38,795 per person, double occupancy Single accommodations supplement: $6,950
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JERUSALEM, ISRAEL MAR. 2–6 | OCT. 12–16 King David Hotel
Arrive Tel Aviv where you will be met by your VIP greeter, assisted through immigration and baggage claim, and transferred to your luxury hotel in Jerusalem. Gather together for a welcome cocktail party to meet fellow travelers and your Lakani Tour Manager.
Western Wall, Jerusalem
Explore the wondrous jewels of Jerusalem and its surroundings. Travel up the scenic coast to Caesarea, the 2000-year-old ancient city built to honor Augustus Caesar, and the harbor from which St. Paul was said to have been taken prisoner to Rome – spurring the spread of Christianity. See a wealth of Roman, Byzantine, Arab and Crusader ruins in the area. Continue to Haifa and take in stunning views from Mount Carmel. Visit the prominent Bahai Shrine with its impressive gardens, and peaceful Stella Maris Monastery. Venture to the desert caves of Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found, on the northern shore of the Dead Sea. Take the cable car up Masada – an UNESCO World Heritage Site – where the last stronghold of the Jews during the First Jewish-Roman War in the 1st Century AD was located. Tour the archaeological remains on the plateau and capture panoramic views of the desert below. Take an excursion to the village of Ein Karem to visit the Church of St. John the Baptist and the Basilica of the Visitation. Continue to Bethlehem to tour the Church of the Nativity, built by Constantine in the 4th Century over the cave traditionally considered to be the birthplace of Jesus.
Bahai Gardens & Shrine, Mount Carmel, Haifa
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Relaxing in the Dead Sea
Rock formation at Wadi Rum
The Treasury at Petra
DEAD SEA, JORDAN MAR. 6–7 | OCT. 16–17
Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea
Depart Jerusalem this morning and travel overland to Jordan via the Allenby Bridge. Visit the city of Madaba and step inside the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George to find the 6th-century mosaic map of ancient Holy Land covering the floor of the church. Discover more Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics in the nearby UNESCO World Heritage Site of Umm ar-Rasas. See Mount Nebo, where Moses climbed to survey the Promised Land. Arrive at your accommodation at a luxury resort on the shore of the Dead Sea for an overnight.
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PETRA, JORDAN MAR. 7–9 | OCT. 17–19
Movenpick Resort Petra
Enjoy the morning at leisure for a dip in the salty Dead Sea and perhaps a swim in the infinity pool. After lunch, depart for the Red Rose City of Petra. Your hotel is just steps away from the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend a whole day exploring the ancient Nabataean capital. Enter the city through the East Siq that leads to the remarkable Treasury. On departure from Petra, you will drive into the desert to Wadi Rum and explore the area aboard a Bedouin 4x4 jeep. Virtually untouched, Wadi Rum is a stupendous, timeless place, where a maze of monolithic rock formations rises from the desert floor. The area has been the setting for many films since Lawrence of Arabia was filmed on location here over 50 years ago. Continue to Aqaba for your private charter flight to Luxor, Egypt.
The Great Temples at Abu Simbel
Felucca ride in Aswan
The Great Pyramids of Giza
LUXOR, EGYPT MAR. 9–13 | OCT. 19–23
Tomb of Queen Nefertari
ABU SIMBEL/CAIRO EGYPT MAR. 13–16 | OCT. 23–26
Sonesta St. George I Cruise
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Discover ancient Thebes in Luxor and walk the burial grounds of the Valley of the Kings and Queens. En route to Aswan, visit Horus Temple in Edfu, and the Temple of Sobek and Horus in Kom Ombo. Once in Aswan, visit the High Dam and the Philae Temple. Sail in a traditional felucca to Kitchener’s Island Botanical Gardens.
Admire the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids of Giza. Enjoy the Sound and Light show at the pyramids from the premiere seating area. View some of the treasures of the Tutankhamun collection at the Egyptian Museum, as well as its Mummy Room or visit the Grand Egyptian Museum once it opens. Wander through the narrow alleyways of the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Reminisce with fellow travelers and your Tour Manager at a festive farewell party.
Arrive Luxor by your charter flight from Aqaba, Jordan where you will be transferred to your Presidential Suite aboard the marvelous Nile River cruise. In the afternoon we will have a private visit to the tomb of Queen Nefertari, one of Egypt’s most beautiful tombs which has been off limits for years. The wall decorations in the tomb of the first Great Royal wife, Nefertari are simply stunning.
Disembark the cruise in Aswan and board your charter flight to Abu Simbel, where you will see the 3,300 year-old temple of Ramses II, dedicated to the sun god, Ra. It is considered one of the most phenomenal engineering feats in ancient Egypt. After your visit, board the charter flight to Cairo.
Bid farewell to the Middle East as you transfer to the airport for your onward or homeward bound flight.
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2020 ISRAEL, JORDAN, & EGYPT WITH NILE CRUISE – by Private Charter Air PRIVATE CHARTER AIR – Bypass the Inconveniences of Commercial Air Leave all of your cares behind as you travel in style across Israel, Jordan, & Egypt on a privately chartered aircraft. Lakani private chartered air travel allows you to breeze past the long lines and hassles of commercial aviation, often times with departures from crowd-free private terminals. It only gets easier as you relax in our private aircraft cabin. As you travel from destination to destination, you will experience first-hand how private charter flights allow you to travel in true comfort and class.
All-Inclusive Features • • • • • • • • •
Accommodations at Luxury hotels with suite/deluxe accommodations A-la-Carte at restaurants and Room Service Special entertainment and gala evenings Window seating for all sightseeing tours and safaris Leisure time in each destination to enjoy the facilities All gratuities to guides, drivers, and hotel staff “Luggage-One-Touch” from start to finish Fly directly between destinations and avoid typical airport crowds Private visit to Nefertari's Tomb, Luxor
The Finest Hotel Accommodations Jerusalem: King David Hotel – One of the worlds most legendary hotels and a major landmark in a unique city. Dead Sea: Kempinski Dead Sea – A luxurious resort right on the shores of the salty Dead Sea. Petra: Movenpick Hotel – Views over the Great Rift Valley at the entrance of the rose-red city of Petra. Nile River: Sonesta St. George – Cruising with the highest quality furnishing and most upscale amenities on the Nile. Cairo: Four Seasons Nile Plaza – In the heart of Cairo on the bank of the Nile River.
Expert Care at Every Step The experienced professionals at Lakani World Tours have collectively designed and operated over 300 Escorted Group Tour programs with first-hand knowledge of the crucial components that make a complex journey successful. A team of sophisticated and sociable tour managers, each with decades of experience leading tours, travel with you to ensure your journey is seamless in every respect. Consider your Lakani tour manager your personal concierge devoted to making your travel experience special and memorable.
March 2 - 16 & October 12 - 26, 2020 Tour Price: $38,795 - Double Occupancy $6,950 - Single Supplement Special Offer: Deposit by June 24, 2019 and receive a complimentary pre-tour night in Jerusalem* Credit Card Payments: For our travelers’ convenience, we accept major Credit Cards not just for initial deposit but also for FULL payments for all Lakani Tours. 6/3/19 CST#2073277-50