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imagine
for a few magical weeks, casting aside all inhibition and the mundaneness of daily life. Imagine being able to step back in time and find yourself Queen amidst the treasures of one of the greatest civilisations, spoiled and adored by a noble King, cruising the wonders of the mythical Nile.
This is our story of an awesome journey of rejuvenation and romance amongst the great pyramids, temples and treasures of this ancient world, in a country that captures the imagination of all those who visit her. Of the few things you should positively do before you die, this is the one experience that will make you feel so much more alive. Experience just once this amazing historical and cultural journey and you’ll want to return again and again. And you will.
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The perfect climate for adventure, exotic Egypt is a steamy country in more ways than one. Your currency
The Egyptian currency is the Egyptian Pound en (In Arabic it’s known as Geneih) usually writt 100 into ed divid is d Poun tian Egyp as L.E..The piasters (‘isrh). Egypt’s paper money has two faces; an Arabic face and an English one. We recommend taking Australian dollars with you to Egypt.The exchange rate is better in Egypt than Australia. A currency exchange or ATM is available at most hotels.Your Australian dollars are truly such value in this magical part of the world.
Electrical
Egypt uses 220 volt and plugs are two pronged rounded, 50 Hz.This can be purchased from any electronic store, two-dollar shop, or at the airport, before you depart. Don’t be stuck without it!
What to take
Jan Feb March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec
Cairo Min/Max Alexandria Luxor Min/Max Aswan Min/Max Sharm 8 / 19 Min/Max 9 / 18 Air/Water 9 / 21 5 / 23 9 / 19 8 / 23 11 / 23 24 / 21 6 / 25 11 / 21 9 / 26 13 / 28 10 / 29 25 / 20 14 / 23 12 / 30 17 / 32 15 / 35 25 / 21 16 / 26 17 / 36 19 / 34 20 / 39 31 / 22 20 / 28 21 / 38 21 / 35 22 / 41 28 / 24 22 / 29 24 / 42 21 / 34 23 / 40 32 / 25 22 / 30 24 / 42 19 / 23 23 / 41 37 / 26 21 / 29 24 / 41 17 / 29 21 / 38 38 / 28 17 / 27 22 / 39 12 / 24 17 / 35 34 / 29 14 / 24 19 / 36 10 / 20 12 / 29 30 / 27 11 / 20 14 / 30 27 / 25 7 / 24 9 / 20 23 / 23
tops.There are a couple of places where you will need to respect local traditions and wear long pants or cover your shoulders, however your tour guide will inform you of this on the previous day.You will not be required to dress formally, however you may want to enjoy a romantic, elegant dinner rendezvous. But, if you simply want to escape, neat casual clothing will do. Don’t forget your bathers. All hotels have swimming pools. Some are even heated for your convenience. Between the end of November and the beginning of March the weather may be a little cool, so if you’re planning your adventure around this time, make sure you bring something warm. Also be aware if you are planning on travelling on our 19 day tour, St Catherine’s is particularly cooler, and climbing with Mt. Sinai in the winter months you may see snow.
Travelling without the travel bug
The last thing you want to do is ruin your idyllic escape by becoming unwell. Before you travel ensure you are up to date with your vaccinations. Recommended vaccinations for Egypt are Hepatitis A & B,Tetanus and Typhoid. Remember to ask your GP if there are any And to ensure every magical vaccinations recommended for you personally. moment is captured, it is Whilst in Egypt it is recommended to only drink recommended to prepare your bottled water.Tap water is fine to wash with, camera or any other battery are go. however as it is highly chlorinated and as we operated device before you on t affec tive nega a have may it it, to use not Your Egyptian you. Bottled water is easily accessible and very cheap. wardrobe Be assured, Egyptian pharmacists are a good Loose fitting, flowing light cotton source of help for minor health complaints. is perfect. Make sure too, you r and They carry a wide range of medicines for mino bring comfortable clothes an take ailments, however it is advisable to walking shoes. Even though it is ate hesit don’t try adequate supply of any current medication. coun im a Musl to wear shorts, skirts or sleeveless
Don’t forget your hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, some sites you’ll find very little shade so a parasol or umbrella can be very handy. Antibacterial wipes /gel are always a good idea for hygiene and hydration purposes.
Tipping
Tipping is a way of life in Egypt and considering your amazing experience it is quite justified. If someone does something you d. would consider special, they expect to be tippe tries. coun However it does not work like other For example, if you go to a restaurant, not only does the waiter require a tip, so does the chef, the manager, the cleaner and everyone else along the line.To avoid being ripped off by tipping too much,Top Tours & Travel thoughtfully designed an easier way for you to enjoy your tour without being harassed. A small charge is included in onto your package with Top Tours & Travel, which is paid before you travel.This discreetly covers you for the full tour, from start to finish. However this will not deter locals from approaching you for a tip. If you are hassled advise your tour guide. If you wish to give them something, pens are always a good cheap idea, especially for children. If you go to a public bathroom make sure you keep small notes or coins on you as you will need to pay for use of their toilet.
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5: Cairo – El Alamein – y Da rt po me Ho m fro re rtu pa De 1: Day Alexandria on and excitement we depart from our It is with much anticipati later! (Flight homeport in Australia. BonVoyage and see you details will be advised)
Day 2: Cairo
Cairo Airport. Upon The moment of truth, our morning arrival at tive.We transfer senta repre our by ed arrival we are met and greet am and 2.00 8.00 een betw is time k-in Chec . to our luxury hotel day to relax free a is pm (this is subject to hotel selection).Today . Overnight Cairo of city t phan or begin our discovery of the trium (B.D)
rd El-Alamein, After breakfast and hotel check out we head towa War Museum the visit we Here War. d a ground of the SecondWorl used during the filled with German and English war equipment alian Cemetery.We Austr SecondWorldWar followed by a visit to the into our luxury check and ndria will continue our journey to Alexa hotel. (B.D)
Day 6: Alexandria
terranean, is Alexandria, also known as the Jewel of the Medi climate and its rate mode ion, locat gic strate distinguished by its a full day have beautiful fine sandy beaches. After breakfast we Pompey’s ng visiti s, begin of touring this beautiful city. Our day Day 3: Cairo Diocletian ror Empe the of ur hono in d Pillar, which was constructe an is day next the t emen excit to Then on the Hardly able to sleep through and is the biggest memorial column in Egypt. and tions tradi the in ed steep is Cairo essive Romanof exploration.The city Catacombs.We continue onto the grand and impr the modern. and nt ancie the west, to the the led and have east the ation of influences Greco theatre. Over 30 years of excav where we visit the Cairo old in tour preserved our wellthis begin we ding fast, inclu break ins After discovery of many Roman rema Ali, who was the ries and galle , ators spect 800 to up for Citadel and the famous Mosque of Muhammad seats le 1805 theatre with marb from ns sulta man Otto the r ndria unde t Alexa in Egyp g of energetic governor sections of mosaic-flooring.We finish sightseein cts proje many the of one uction just destr sents the repre after ue mosq built – to 1848.This Great Library of both the Coptic with a tour of the new pse glim a there get date We To Ali. . ad ndria amm Alexa Muh ed by ravag h enced whic comm of the old library by a fire, continue onto the ) (B.D fire. the d cause who to as and Islamic parts of Cairo.This afternoon we s storie are a few different 000 Pharaonic Egyptian Museum, which is filled with over 120, from ered recov artefacts. Pride of the collection is the artefacts Day 7: Alexandria – s from every period piece lent excel as well as , tomb s men’ nkha Tuta Luxor via Cairo Entering the of ancient Egyptian history. (Important to note: to Cairo by it’s then cost.) And After breakfast and hotel check out, we head back mummies room at the Museum is at your own board our flight to rt and Airpo fast Cairo break to luxury coach. Here we transfer back to the hotel for dinner and overnight, again tation. Upon bound for Luxor. So far this is way beyond expec dinner are included. for dinner and hotel y luxur our to fer trans we r arrival in Luxo at our own e chos we on opti ing even the was t A mus overnight. (B.D) Show Cairo/ expense:The fabulous Sound & Light Pyramids & Sphinx. OMG! Day 8: Luxor / Nile Cruise filled with the aweLuxor is the world’s greatest open-air museum, Day 4: Cairo After breakfast n. zatio civili nt inspiring monuments of an ancie ancient burial to theWest Bank Nile the s acros Today we cross the Nile River to Saqqara, an taken are the and hotel check out, we that think to not g Tryin id. Pyram step first h was the capital of Egypt ground, to visit the eological to visit the Necropolis of Thebes, whic archa ing excit the in lves ourse lose We doms. Continue over! st tour is almo during the period of the Middle and New King site today. In the e the pharaohs wher is This s. King discoveries, and they are still being made on this our journey to TheValley of the secrets behind the life.We after the in God their afternoon we continue to Giza to unravel the meet to were buried and believed aohs. Phar nt ancie the for s tomb as d lty, serve Roya h of le Great Pyramids, whic then carry on through to the most beautiful temp BC and is 2565 from dates h e whic tativ nx, medi Sphi the atic at day enigm Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.We end our located just west of to built es statu stone ive mass two probably the countrys most famous monument Colossi of Memnon consisting of overnight (B.D). fer trans we noon after This . exists Cairo beside the Great Pyramids. Dinner and r longe no guard a temple which (Can’t wait). to our Nile cruiser, home for the next 4 Nights!! to enjoy the free day After lunch we have the remainder of the kfast, Lunch (Brea er cruis on ight surroundings. Dinner and overn and Dinner). expense: Again we opt for the evening option at our own le. Temp ak Karn / r Luxo Sound & Light Show
Day 9: Luxor – Edfu via Esna / Nile Cruise
of Karnak, the largest This morning we discover the Temple Complex n as the southern know Temple in Egypt, and the Luxor Temple also of the Nile as we sail views ing sweep shrine. Back to the cruiser to enjoy to Edfu. (B.L.D). ng over Early Morning Option: Hot Air Ballooni ). Luxor (Own Expense
Day 10: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan / Nile Cruise d largest and bestAfter breakfast we visit Edfu temple, and the secon continue to sail We s. Horu of le preserved temple in Egypt, the Temp Gods; Sobek and two the by d share le temp towards Kom Ombo to the have an evening of fun, Haroeris. Afternoon tea on deck.This night we while we enjoy dinner aoh dressing like an Egyptian Goddess and Phar d spark come back wicke that see to followed by a Galabia party. I begin to life (B.L.D).
Day 11: Aswan / Nile Cruise
the Nile River where the Aswan is one of the most scenic locations along ds and rocky cataracts. Nile meanders around scattered botanical islan a tranquil felucca ride Absolutely breathtaking.This afternoon we enjoy D). (B.L. on the Nile River. Afternoon tea on deck. bel by Flight Our morning optional choice: Abu Sim (own expense)
Day 12: Aswan – Luxor – Sharm El Sheikh
Aswan High Dam, After check out from our cruise ship, we visit the engineering miracle. ute which for its time in the 1960’s, was an absol dismantled was le temp This We continue onto the Philae Temple. . Later this Dam High the of wake the in and completely reassembled ing ges, enjoy watching afternoon we drive back to Luxor though villa working in the fields. ers local egyptian living in mud houses and farm to Luxor Airport head then We s. The drive takes approximately 2 hour transfer to our we al arriv On h. Sheik El m to board our flight to Shar the facilities of the luxury resort. In the meantime we are free to use resort including the restaurants and the bars.
Day 13: Sharm El Sheikh
t’s premier resort and Sharm El Sheikh is an eye opener, known as Egyp here, combined with is located south east of the Sinai Peninsula and the marine life, water the simplicity of sun, sea and sand, you can enjoy s and local spirits drink s, meal sports, shopping and entertainment. All are included. (B.L.D) on beckons: Yet another Full Day own expense opti The Petra Tour.
Day 14: Sharm El Sheikh
discover the Red Sea’s A wonderful day at complete leisure to further eratures of 20 degrees temp Sea Red the to Due coral and marine life. t climate that is very plus, high water salinity and a surrounding deser sula creating an Penin i Sina dry, coral and marine life flourish off the ! 150 species of Reef! ier Barr great the out underwater wonderland. Look r is exceptional with 50 coral alone are found here.Visibility underwate drinks and local spirits are meters not an uncommon distance. All meals, included. (B.L.D).
Day 15: Sharm El Sheikh
by the pool, enjoy the Another chilled out day at leisure.We can relax ver the wonders lurking disco to trip g beach, or take a full day snorkellin spirits are included at beneath the Red Sea. All meals, drinks and local Sharm El Sheikh Resort. (B.L.D) Mount Sinai Climb. We choose the late night option to explore,The h to St Catherine’s for Before midnight we depart from Sharm El Sheik climb Mount Sinai. to ty rtuni those who would like to take the oppo 2,286 meters high is h whic tain, moun The challenge of climbing the the remarkable hing watc by rded rewa well is , followed by 700 steps you halfway up take to sunrise from the top. Camels are also available is involved and ity activ cal physi the mountain (own expense). Strenuous s.We do not ition cond cal medi with those therefore not recommended for have one! A delectable breakfast box is provided.
Day 16: Sharm El Sheikh / St Catherine’s
2.5 hr drive) to visit Today we are driven to St Catherine’s (Approx. Here we gain an nce. existe in still the oldest Christian monastery to early Christianity. area the of ce fican signi understanding of the deep Sheikh. All meals, drinks We then travel back to our resort in Sharm El h Resort. (B.L.D). Sheik El and local spirits are included at Sharm
Day 17: Sharm El Sheikh – Cairo
y resort and are After an early breakfast, we check out of our luxur our flight back board we Here rt. airpo h transferred to Sharm El Sheik famous bazaar of Khan into Cairo. Upon arrival into Cairo we visit the wares or just sit in one local El Khalilli where you can bargain for exotic ancient streets. Gosh the of life rful of the many cafes watching the colou ng the bazarre we visiti After here. value has y the Australian dollar reall we will enjoy a Farewell will be transferred to our luxury hotel.Tonight se. (B.D) Crui dinner and entertainment on a Nile Dinner
Day 18: Cairo – Singapore
of the Pharaohs. After Today we reluctantly bid goodbye to the land Airport to board our Cairo to fer breakfast and hotel check out, we trans We will be back, it. of ty reali the ve homebound flight. I cannot belie (B) maybe even next year!
Day 19: Singapore – Homeport
It’s kind of alright getting Departure and arrival details are as advised. r, we know ourselves off the plane now, because we feel so much bette and inspired. In our d enate again. He looks more youthful, more rejuv Tour as a refresher tial Essen day 15 the minds we are already planning er of us knows each in a year or two’s time. At this stage though neith other’s thoughts! latest departure and As if our guide knew he slipped us the s & Travel. I’ll Tour arrival dates and costs courtesy of Top share these with you.
if you don’t have the luxury of time…
Thanks to Top Tours & Travel’s expertise, there is another Egyptian tour they have designed in case you are limited by time and budget – The 15-day Essential Tour. And believe us it is essential. It gives you all the highlights, just shorter. Accommodation is excellent, the experience magical and the treatment every bit as good as you’d expect. The Essential Tour is perfect for those who have a certain amount of annual leave, but still want a great escape.
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Day 1: Departure from Homeport
depart from our It is with much anticipation and excitement we ! (Flight later you homeport in Australia. BonVoyage and see details will be advised)
Day 2: Cairo
Cairo Airport. The moment of truth, our morning arrival at sentative.We repre our by ed greet and Upon arrival we are met een 8.00 am betw is time k-in Chec . hotel y transfer to our luxur y is a free Toda and 2.00 pm (this is subject to hotel selection). t city of phan trium the of day to relax or begin our discovery ) (B,D Cairo. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Cairo
Day 6: Alexandria
terranean, is Alexandria, also known as the Jewel of the Medi climate and its rate mode ion, locat distinguished by its strategic a full day have we fast break After es. beach y beautiful fine sand Pompey’s ng visiti of touring this beautiful city. Our day begins, ror Empe the of ur Pillar, which was constructed in hono n in Egypt.Then Diocletian and is the biggest memorial colum d and impressive gran the onto nue conti We s. on to the Catacomb have led to ation Roman-Greco theatre. Over 30 years of excav wellthis ding inclu the discovery of many Roman remains ators, spect 800 to up for seats le preserved theatre with marb seeing sight finish We . oring ic-flo mosa of ns galleries and sectio Library t Grea leted in Alexandria with a tour of the newly comp h whic fire, a by ry libra – built after the destruction of the old as s storie ent differ few a are there ravaged Alexandria.To date to who caused the fire (Breakfast and Dinner).
day is an Hardly able to sleep through excitement the next Day 7: Alexandria – tions and tradi the in ed steep is Cairo of exploration.The city and the modern. Luxor via Cairo influences of the east and the west, the ancient e we visit to Cairo by wher Cairo old After breakfast, we begin our tour in After breakfast and hotel check out, we head back who Ali, board our ad to rt amm Muh Airpo of ue Cairo to Mosq the Citadel and the famous luxury coach. Here we transfer ns sulta man n. Upon Otto tatio the r expec d unde t beyon Egyp way of is nor this was the energetic gover flight to Luxor. So far of the dinner one for just hotel y sents repre luxur ue our to mosq fer This . trans we 1848 r to from 1805 arrival in Luxo pse glim a get We Ali. ad many projects commenced by Muhamm and overnight. (B.D) This afternoon of both the Coptic and Islamic parts of Cairo. h is filled with Day 8: Luxor / Nile Cruise we continue onto the Egyptian Museum, whic is ction colle filled with the over 120,000 Pharaonic artefacts. Pride of the Luxor is the world’s greatest open-air museum, , as well as tomb s men’ nkha Tuta from n. After ered zatio recov civili acts nt artef ancie the awe-inspiring monuments of an tian history. Nile to the s acros taken are excellent pieces from every period of ancient Egyp we out, um breakfast and hotel check Muse the at room mies mum the the ring was h Ente whic (Important to note: theWest Bank to visit the Necropolis of Thebes, for dinner hotel the to back it’s then New )And and le cost. Midd own is at your capital of Egypt during the period of the included. of the Kings. and overnight, again breakfast and dinner are Kingdoms. Continue our journey to TheValley ved to meet belie and d own burie our at were e aohs This is where the phar A must was the evening option we chos gh to the most throu on o/ carry Cair then Show We t life. Ligh after & the their God in expense:The fabulous Sound hepsut.We Hats n beautiful temple of Royalty,Temple of Quee Pyramids & Sphinx. OMG! sting consi non Mem of ssi end our day at the meditative Colo h no whic le temp a d guar to built es Day 4: Cairo of two massive stone statu er, cruis Nile longer exists.This afternoon we transfer to our ancient burial Today we cross the Nile River to Saqqara, an lunch we After . wait) ’t (Can ts!! Nigh 4 next the ical for home archaeolog undings. ground, to visit the first step Pyramid. Exciting surro the enjoy to have the remainder of the day free . After lunch Dinner). and discoveries are still being made on this site today h Lunc , kfast (Brea er cruis on Dinner and overnight d the Great we continue to Giza to unravel the secrets behin Pharaohs. our Pyramid, which served as tombs for the ancient Again we opt for the evening option at is and BC 2565 or/ Lux from dates Show h t whic Ligh nx, & d Sphi Visit the enigmatic own expense: Soun located just west probably the country’s most famous monument Karnak Temple. of Cairo beside the Great Pyramids. (B.D).
Day 5: Cairo – El Alamein – Alexandria
rd ElAfter breakfast and hotel check out we head towa we visit the Here War. d Worl d Secon the of nd grou Alamein, a equipment war ish Engl War Museum filled with German and to visit a by ed follow War used during the SecondWorld to ey journ our nue conti will We tery. the Australian Ceme ) (B.D . hotel y luxur our into check and Alexandria
Day 9: Luxor – Edfu via Esna / Nile Cruise
of Karnak, the This morning we discover the Temple Complex also known as le Temp r Luxo the and t, largest Temple in Egyp sweeping views the southern shrine. Back to the cruiser to enjoy ing Option: Morn Early of the Nile as we sail to Edfu. (B.L.D). nse). Expe (Own Hot Air Ballooning over Luxor
Day 10: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan / Nile Cruise
d largest and best-preserved After breakfast we visit Edfu temple, and the secon nue to sail towards Kom Ombo to temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus.We conti Haroeris. Afternoon tea on deck. and k the temple shared by the two Gods; Sobe like an Egyptian Goddess and ing dress fun, of This night we have an evening Galabia party. I begin to see that Pharaoh while we enjoy dinner followed by a wicked spark come back to life (B.L.D).
Day 11 : Aswan / Nile Cruise
the Nile River where the Nile Aswan is one of the most scenic locations along rocky cataracts. Absolutely and meanders around scattered botanical islands ca ride on the Nile River. feluc uil tranq a breathtaking.This afternoon we enjoy Afternoon tea on deck. (B.L.D). bel by Flight (own expense) Our morning optional choice: Abu Sim
Day 12: Aswan – Cairo
Aswan High Dam, which for After check out from our cruise ship, we visit the g miracle.We continue onto its time in the 1960’s, was an absolute engineerin and completely reassembled in the Philae Temple.This temple was dismantled we will be transferred to Aswan noon the wake of the High Dam. Later this after arrival we check into our Airport to board our flight bound for Cairo. Upon luxury hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 13: Cairo
Khan El Khalilli where you can After breakfast we visit the famous bazaar of of the many cafes watching the bargain for exotic local wares or just sit in one enjoy a Farewell dinner and will colourful life of the ancient streets.Tonight we ). (B.D se. entertainment on a Nile Dinner Crui
Day 14: Depart Cairo
After breakfast and hotel check Today we say goodbye to the land of the Pharaohs. homebound flight. (B) out, we transfer to Cairo Airport to board our
Day 15: Singapore – Homeport
It’s kind of alright getting off the Departure and arrival details are as advised. know ourselves again. He looks more plane now, because we feel so much better, we minds we are already planning youthful, more rejuvenated and inspired. In our or two’s time. At this stage year a the 19 day Ultimate Tour as a refresher in ghts! thou ’s other though neither of us knows each latest departure and As if our guide knew he slipped us the s & Travel. Tour Top of tesy arrival dates and costs cour . you I’ll share these with
The Hotels ... u’d expect from a truly exotic yo ing th ery Ev l! na tio sa sen e ar s ... and cruise t and a list of our ou ab ng mi ea dr rt sta n ca u yo at experience. Here’s wh favourites. MS Concerto Grand Hyatt – Nile Cruise m.eg/ – Cairo www.extensiongroup.co www.cairo.grand.hyatt.com
a Island, and it’s grand! Grand Hyatt Cairo Hotel is situated on El Rhod Nile.The 41-storey tower A peace of heaven directly poised on the river the hotel’s guest rooms and all from provides a spectacular view of the Nile balconies.
concertoo
most luxury facilities M/S Concerto has 63 cabins + 4 suites with ped large Panoramic equip are s founded in the floating hotels. All cabin hone, Mini Bar, DVD, telep and dryer hair ub, Window, Bathroom with batht Individually controlled air conditioning.
Marriott Hotel – Cairo www.marriott.com
stories high and provide The twin towers of this landmark hotel rise 20 e gardens. Sparkling palac magnificent views of the Nile and six acres of urants and a worldresta 15 s, suite nt with 977 updated rooms, 111 elega class casino.
Helnan Palestine – Alexandria www.helnan.com
terranean Sea. Southern This hotel has a unique location on the Medi d by the vast magnificent unde Europe eat your heart out. Its bay is surro n sandy beaches - A site to golde and ens gifts of nature, 350 acres of gard behold.
Sonesta St George – Luxor www.sonesta.com/luxor
ts at the Sonesta St. Five-star grandeur on the banks of the Nile awai ures, this 224-room treas aonic George Hotel. In a city of ancient Phar y in a contemporary luxur nes redefi and splendour is a treasure in itself style.
Farah Nile Cruise – Nile Cruise m www.farahnilecruise.co
TV, mini bar, private safe box, All Cabins and suites are equipped with LCD bathtub, hairdryer) and an (with oom internet connection, a private bathr er. individual control for the central air condition
Stella Di Mare – Sharm El Sheikh www.stelladimare.com
famous Naama Bay, the A sentinel at the entrance of Sharm El Sheikh’s h Hotel and Spa enjoys Beac Mare elegant five-star 298-room Stella Di a 10-minute walk Just Sea. Red the of breathtaking panoramic views in a private and tranquil from the night life of Naama Bay, the hotel sits able on 19 day tour. avail location where guests can truly relax.*Only
Reef Oasis Blue Bay Resort - Sharm El Sheikh www.reefoasis.com.eg
Inclusive’ formula which Reef Oasis Blue Bay operates with a ‘Super All Hour open outlet Bistro, 3 includes breakfast, lunch & dinner Buffets, 24 All room types are with a a la Carte restaurants non-alcoholic beverages. tour. day balcony or terrace. *Only available on 19
Winter Palace Hotel – Luxor
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s in a tropical garden is a Winter Palace built in 1886 on the Nile bank d royalties and celebrities magical experience of history luxury that hoste mythical atmosphere with throughout the years.Winter Palace offers the located in the city center is the modern decor comfort of a 5 star hotel It national airport. Inter r Luxo the just minutes from Luxor Temple and
Mena House Oberoi
www.oberoihotels.com/oberoi_ menahouse/index ue hotels in Cairo, with its The Mena House Oberoi is one of the most uniq acres of verdant green 40 by d unde Surro ry. own rich and colourful histo ows of the Great Pyramids gardens, this palatial hotel is located in the shad of Giza in Cairo.
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starts with an historic tion of the Karnak Temple.The great city of Thebes and the erec and ievements of the great Pharaohs show narrates the glorious ach legacy at gre and s sure the artistic trea includes a poetic description of some of Karnak. Drift away at this awe display.
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Ramses II in ancient Abu Simbel is a temple built by er and his divine nature. One pow his e he wished to demonstrat ents in the world, its removal and of the most magnificent monum de and event in itself, (Flight, tour gui reconstruction was an historic ). transfer are included in costing
Petra
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s starting with an early An adventure of epic proportion Sheikh to Aqaba Airport in morning flight from Sharm El you to the site of Petra Jordan. Coach will then transfer ng the magnificent “Lost City” (approx 2 hours drive). Explori Temples, Roman Theatre, with its Treasury, Ruins,Tombs, fer back to Aqaba Airport Street of Facades, Urn Tomb.Trans El Sheikh. (Lunch & rm and board the flight back to Sha tions for Sharm El Sheikh Op ). ing cost in ed lud inc EntryVisa are offered in Egypt.
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