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Best of Egypt, Egyptian Voyager, Wonders of Ancient Egypt
Egyptian Trips
Follow in the footsteps of the Pharaohs on three timeless trips through Egypt. See the Pyramids and make your way through spice-scented markets brimming with copper, carpets, silver and
perfume. You’ll also hop aboard a felucca for a slow cruise along the colourful shores of the Nile
River as you uncover the treasures and antiquities of Egyptian royalty.
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More About Your Trip
* All prices are per person, twin share. Internal Flight: Trip prices include internal airfares and are accurate as of August 2020. For up to date pricing, please visit trafalgar. com Important Visa Information: Visas are required for this trip. Please check with your Travel Agent when making your reservation to assess your requirements. Nile Cruise: All three itineraries include a cruise along the legendary River Nile on board the most luxurious of ships; the MS Miriam, MS Medea or MS Sapphire (or similar cruise ship). Please Note: Cruise itineraries on the Nile may vary occasionally according to seasonal circumstances. Visits to sights and highlights will not be affected. Abu Simbel Optional Experience is available on all of these itineraries. Visit trafalgar.com for up-to-date information.
9 Days 16 Meals
From A$3975 PP*
9 Days 15 Meals
From A$4095 PP* Wonders of
Ancient Egypt
12 Days 25 Meals From A$4850 PP*
Welcome to Cairo Embark on an expedition to the land of the Pharaohs. On arrival at Cairo Airport, transfer to your hotel and relax after your journey. Hotel: Hilton
Heliopolis
Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise Fly to Luxor this morning to visit the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship for lunch.(B, L, D)
Hotel: Nile Cruise
A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings Immerse yourself in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea on Luxor’s West Bank. (B, L, BMG, D, )
Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo Sail upstream to KomOmbo and tour the Temple. Donning your galabeas, you’ll enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on board later.
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Onwards to Aswan Set sail on a traditional felucca and sail past the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. Explore the Aswan Dam then travel to the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semicarved from the solid bedrock. (B, L, D)
Disembark and Fly to Cairo Enjoy a day at leisure or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the Sun Temple of Abu Simbel before flying back to Cairo this afternoon. (B)
Hotel: Ramses Hilton
Discover Colourful Cairo Embark on a sightseeing tour through the cacophony of Cairo’s busy streets. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary and the Sultan Hassan Mosque in Old Cairo and see the ancient Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque and Tutankhamun’s priceless treasures at the Egyptian Museum. (B)
Admire the Wonders of Giza The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with ancient treasures – the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Sakkara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. (B)
Depart Cairo Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers. (B)
Trip code: EGBO
This trip departs every Wednesday between 31 March and 13 October 2021.
Winter departures operate every Wednesday between 20 October 2021 and 13 April 2022 (Trip code: WEGB). Why not add our Jordan Experience trip after your visit to Egypt, see page 217 for full details. DAY
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Welcome to Cairo Your encounter with Egypt’s ancient past begins in its capital, Cairo. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure. Hotel: Ramses Hilton
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Discover Colourful Cairo Enjoy a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, home of King Tutankhamun’s priceless treasures. View the Great Pyramids at Giza, including the Pyramid of Cheops and the Sphinx. (B)
Fly to Aswan and Embark on Your Nile Cruise We fly to Aswan and visit the High Dam before travelling by motorboat to the Temple of Isis. Then board a felucca and sail around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island and see the Aga Khan Mausoleum. (B, L, D) Hotel: Nile Cruise Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo Spend the morning relaxing on your Nile cruise or consider joining an Optional Experience to see the amazing Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel. This afternoon, we’ll visit the Temple of Kom-Ombo, before an evening celebration of Egypt’s culture and cuisine. (B, L, D)
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Uncover Luxor’s Treasures Set sail early for Luxor on the banks of the Nile. Here you’ll have time to visit the Luxor Museum and see an astounding collection of archaeological treasures. (B, L, D)
Disembark and Fly to Cairo Visit Luxor’s ancient Great Temple today before you explore its iconic Valley of the Kings. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest experience with freshly baked bread, honey and mint tea then marvel at the Colossi of Memnon, the Karnak Temple Complex and Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple before your flight to Cairo. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Ramses
Hilton
Onwards to Amazing Alexandria Journey to the port city of Alexandria, stopping at the Coptic Monasteries at Wadi el Natrun (if open). Dinner this evening is in an unforgettable seaside setting. (B, RD) Hotel: Helnan
Palestine
Return to Cairo Delve into the treasures of Alexander the Great’s once-prosperous Mediterranean city. Tour the Roman Amphitheatre and Pompey’s Pillar at the ancient acropolis. Visit the Kom El Shoqafa Catacomb and the National Museum. (B) Hotel: Hilton Heliopolis Farewell Egypt We say a fond farewell to Egypt at the end of our journey. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers. (B)
Trip code: EGVO This trip departs every Saturday between 3 April and 9 October 2021. Winter departures operate every Saturday between 16 October 2021 and 9 April 2022 (Trip code: WEGV). DAY
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Welcome to Cairo Delve into the antiquities of Egypt on this epic journey which begins in Cairo. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure. Hotel: Le Meridien Pyramids
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Admire the Wonders of Giza During a full-day excursion see the Colossus of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx at Memphis. Visit the Step Pyramid at Sakkara, then marvel at the Great Pyramid of Giza and the mighty Sphinx. This evening, watch a dazzling sound and light show. (B)
Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise Fly to Luxor for a guided tour of the Karnak Temple Complex. Then explore Luxor Museum and marvel at the Luxor Temple before boarding your cruise ship. (B, L, D) Hotel: Nile Cruise Explore Ancient Dendera Explore the beautifully preserved Dendera Temple, then return to Luxor. (B, L, D)
Journey to Aswan Today, we sail to tranquil Aswan, arriving, arriving in time for dinner. (B, L, D)
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The High Dam and More in Aswan Continue today, to the Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae, then view the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid bedrock, and visit the High Dam in Aswan. (B, L, D)
Onwards to Philae and Kitchener’s Island Consider an Optional Experience to Abu Simbel. Later, sail in a felucca around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. (B, L, D)
Off to Ancient Kom-Ombo Today, we’ll visit the roofless Temple of Kom-Ombo, worshipping two gods. (B, L, D)
Sail to Stunning Luxor Watch how the river gives life to an arid landscape as you sail down the Nile to Luxor. (B, L, D)
Disembark and Fly to Cairo Disembark in Luxor and Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest experience with freshly baked bread, honey and mint tea. Explore the West Bank complex of mortuary temples and tombs, then fly to Cairo. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Ramses Hilton Discover Colourful Cairo Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary and the Sultan Hassan Mosque in Old Cairo, the Alabaster Mosque and the Egyptian Museum. (B)
Farewell Cairo Our expedition at its end, take a transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers. (B)
Trip code: EGWE
This trip departs every Tuesday between 30 March and 12 October 2021.
Winter departures operate every Tuesday between 19 October 2021 and 12 April 2022 (Trip code: WEGW).
Your 2022 Holiday Planner: If you’re looking even further ahead, Egyptian trips depart every Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from April to October 2022. Visit our website for dates and today’s best prices.
