Egypt & the Eternal Nile by UCLA Alumni Association

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EGYPT & THE ETERNAL NILE 17 days for $4,195 from New York — air, land and cruise inclusive

This tour is provided by Odysseys Unlimited, one of Travel & Leisure’s 2008 World’s Best Tour Operators.

Feb. 19 - March 7, 2010 An Exclusive Small Group Tour for UCLA Alumni and Friends

Tour membership limited to 24 UCLA alumni and friends

EGYPT & THE ETERNAL NILE 17 days from $4,195 — air, land and cruise inclusive uided by an expert Egyptologist, this singular small group journey through antiquity travels from vibrant Cairo and the Great Pyramids to Abu Simbel and the Upper Nile for a fascinating cruise on Lake Nasser. Next: a classic voyage along the lower Nile from Aswan to Luxor. We end in the great city of Alexandria, “shining pearl of the Mediterranean.”

Mediterranean Sea

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Day 1: Depart U.S. for Cairo, Egypt

A lexandria JORDAN

Cairo

Petra

Red Sea

EGYPT

Luxor Nile River

A swan A buSimbel Avg. High (°F) Cairo Aswan Alexandria

Lake Nasser

Feb 69 74 66

Destination A ir M otorcoach LakeN asserCruise N ileRiverCruise Extension(air) Extension(motorcoach) Entry/Departure

Mar 75 82 70

Your Small Group Tour Highlights Cairo’s intriguing ancient sites: Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, Sakkara ... Old Cairo ... Renowned Egyptian Museum ... Deluxe Lake Nasser cruise ... Abu Simbel’s dramatic temples ... Aswan’s Temples at Kalabsha ... Acclaimed Nubia Museum ... Deluxe Nile River cruise ... Aswan Dam tour ... Nile felucca sail ... Ancient temple complexes at Luxor and Karnak ... Alexandria touring ... Egypt’s inestimable historic atmosphere

Day Itinerary Hotel

Rating

Depart U.S. for Cairo

2-5

Cairo

6-8

Abu Simbel/ Lake Nasser M/S Kasr Ibrim Cruise

Deluxe

9-11

Nile Cruise

Deluxe

Semiramis InterContinental

M/S Radamis II

Deluxe

12-13 Luxor

Sonesta St. George

Deluxe

14-15 Alexandria

Montazah Sheraton

Sup. First Class

Cairo

Le Passage Heliopolis Sup. First Class

Depart Cairo for U.S.

Ratings are based on the Hotel & Travel Index, the travel industry standard reference.

Day 2: Arrive Cairo We arrive in the Egyptian capital late this afternoon then meet our fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner. D Day 3: Cairo Our full-day tour begins at the acclaimed Egyptian Museum, the world’s greatest repository of ancient relics. Then we tour the Citadel of Saladin housing the alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali. Later this afternoon we navigate Khan el-Khalili bazaar. B,L Day 4: Cairo Today’s tour starts at the open-air museum at Memphis whose ruins evoke its former glory as Egypt’s first capital. Here, we encounter the enigmatic Sphinx, whose leonine body and human face were carved from a single piece of limestone. Continue on to Sakkara, a necropolis used as the burial grounds of Old Kingdom royalty. After lunch we visit the astounding Pyramids of Giza (c. 2560 BC), the only surviving of the Seven Ancient Wonders. B,L Day 5: Cairo This morning we encounter Old Cairo, where we visit 5th-century St. Sergius Church; el-Mauallaqa, the “hanging church” built over the bastions of a Roman gate; and Ben Ezra Synagogue, built in 882. The afternoon is free to explore on our own. B Day 6: Cairo/Abu Simbel Early this morning we fly south to Aswan and continue by coach to Abu Simbel. We board our deluxe cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the temples and colossal 65-foot high statues of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari that were dismantled and moved to higher ground during the construction of the Aswan dam. Tonight we watch a dramatic sound-and-light show at the temples. B,L,D

Cover photo: The Aga Khan Mausoleum overlooks the Nile at Aswan.

On Day 4 we visit the astounding Pyramids of Giza, constructed at least 4,500 years ago and still a source of mystery and wonder.

Day 7: Lake Nasser Cruise – Kasr Ibrim/ Amada/ Wadi el-Seboua Early risers can watch the sun climb over the temples at Abu Simbel before we sail to Kasr Ibrim, the last remaining Nubian settlement in its original location. From the Sun Deck we learn about this ancient site (it’s forbidden to go ashore here), then sail to Amada, followed by Wadi el-Seboua. B,L,D Day 8: Lake Nasser Cruise – Valley of the Lions/ Aswan This morning we visit the striking avenue of sphinxes at Wadi el-Seboua’s “Valley of the Lions,” then cruise to Aswan to tour New Kalabsha, site of the largest freestanding Nubian temple. B,L,D Day 9: Disembark/Aswan/Embark Nile Cruise Ship After disembarking this morning we tour the acclaimed Nubia Museum. We then visit the impressive Aswan High Dam – a miracle of engineering which led to the creation of Lake Nasser. We board our deluxe Nile river ship in time for lunch then disembark for a leisurely felucca sail on the Nile to the island of Philae and the Temple of Isis. B,L,D

of Hatshepsut, dedicated to one of the few female pharaohs; and the enormous Colossi of Memnon, two 64-foot-high statues that once guarded the gates of a mortuary temple. B,L,D Day 12: Nile Cruise – Disembark We disembark this morning then move on to the splendid Karnak Temple. Here see the temple’s enormous pylons, the Temple of Ramses II, the Great Hypostyle Hall, and the two magnificent Obelisks of Hatshepsut. B,L Day 13: Luxor We spend today touring Luxor Temple, where Amun-Ra, the sun god and god of creation, would travel for festivals held during annual flood season. We visit the Great Court of Ramses II, the Temple of the Theban Triad, and the obelisk, whose twin stands in the Place de la Concorde in Paris. This afternoon is free to explore the city on your own. B,D

Post-Tour Extension: March 7-11, 2010

JORDAN: PETRA & AMMAN 5 days/4 nights for $1,295

Day 10: Nile Cruise – Edfu/Luxor This morning we sail to the site of the ancient trading town and Temple of Kom Ombo. We return to the ship for lunch before we sail to Edfu where we explore the Temple of Horus, considered Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temple. We return to our ship for this afternoon’s cruise to Luxor. Tonight you can join in a party wearing the traditional Egyptian galabeya. B,L,D Day 11: Nile Cruise – Luxor We spend today exploring the ancient city of Luxor. Beginning on the West Bank at the haunting Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens, we visit the tombs of kings and queens. We visit the dramatic Temple

Single Supplement: $395

Discover the fabled “rose-red city, half as old as time” on this exciting exploration.Plus the capital of Amman.

Your Tour Price Includes • Round-trip air transportation Cairo/Amman • 4 nights’ accommodations: 1 night in Amman at Kempinski Amman (Sup. First Class); 2 nights in Petra at Moevenpick Resort (Sup. First Class); 1 night in Cairo at Le Passage Heliopolis (Sup. First Class) • 8 meals: 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners • Extensive included sightseeing • Services of an Odysseys Unlimited representative • Private motorcoach transportation • Gratuities for dining room servers, airport and hotel porters, and all drivers

Day 14: Luxor/Cairo/Alexandria We fly today from Luxor to Cairo where we board a motorcoach for the 31⁄2-hour drive to Alexandria, great city of antiquity founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC and today Egypt’s main port and second largest city. On arrival we see the Fort of Quaitbay, where once stood the Pharos of Alexandria, the lighthouse counted as one of the Seven Ancient Wonders. B Day 15: Alexandria Today we discover Alexandria’s Greco-Roman heritage at the Library of Alexandria and the tri-level catacombs in Kom elShoukafa. After lunch we tour the well-preserved ruin of the ancient Roman theater. B,L Day 16: Alexandria/Cairo Mid-day we depart for Cairo, stopping en route to visit the 4th-century Coptic monastery of Anba Bishoi. Tonight we celebrate our journey at a farewell dinner at our hotel. B,D Day 17: Depart for U.S. We leave this morning on our return flight to the U.S. B

M/S Kasr Ibrim – Lake Nasser Cruise

M/S Radamis II – Nile Cruise

Your Tour Price Includes • Round-trip air transportation from listed cities; all flights within Egypt • 15 nights’ accommodations: 9 nights in Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels; 6 nights aboard Deluxe ships • 34 meals: 15 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 9 dinners • Extensive sightseeing as described, including all entrance fees • Services of a professional Egyptologist as your Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director • Services of a UCLA Host (with 15 paid guests) • Private motorcoach transportation throughout your trip, including shore excursions • Luggage handling for one bag per person • Gratuities for local guides, dining room servers, airport and hotel porters, and all drivers

The imposing statue of Ramses II

Tour Departs: Feb. 19, 2010 New York (JFK)

$4,195

Baltimore, Boston, Washington, DC

$4,495

Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Detroit, Miami, Orlando, Tampa

$4,595

Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis

$4,695

Phoenix, Portland (OR), San Francisco, Seattle

$4,795

Please call if your city is not listed. LAND ONLY IS NOT AVAILABLE. Prices are per person based on double occupancy in outside cabins on both cruises. Single travelers please add $1,295. All tour prices above are guaranteed. Business Class upgrade on round-trip Trans-Atlantic flight: $2,495 per person. (Note: Business Class is subject to availability and price is subject to change.) Airline taxes and departure fees of $281 per person ($398 with Jordan extension) are subject to change and will be listed separately on your invoice. Please note: This trip involves considerable walking on uneven terrain and at sites of ancient ruins. You should be in good physical condition to enjoy the tour to the fullest.

For more information and reservations, please call UCLA Alumni Travel at 310-206-0613 or

800-UCLAlumni (825-2586) E-mail: AlumniTravel@UCLAlumni.net www.UCLAlumni.net

Dear UCLA Alumni and Friends, Explore Egypt on an exciting and unique new itinerary including a cruise on both the Nile River and lesser explored Lake Nasser. And enjoy two nights in Alexandria, one of antiquity’s most illustrious cities. Our tour will be accompanied by a professional tour director who is an expert Egyptologist. Your journey begins in Cairo with its renowned ancient sites: the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Memphis, Sakkara, Old Cairo and the Egyptian Museum. Then, relax during a deluxe cruise on Lake Nasser, where the country’s fascinating Nubian history unfolds. Along the desert shores of this vast manmade lake, you’ll visit ancient temples and monuments salvaged during the construction of the Aswan High Dam. The most famous of these is Abu Simbel, dating to 13th century BC. A classic Nile voyage takes you from Aswan to Luxor, with its acclaimed temples and tombs representing the pinnacle of Egyptian architecture. Here, Egyptian civilization’s intriguing cosmology is revealed as you visit the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens on the Nile’s West Bank. And on the East Bank, visit Karnak, arguably the greatest temple complex of them all. Depart from Luxor for the final leg of your journey in the Mediterranean port of Alexandria. Those who wish may join a 5-day/4-night post-tour extension to Jordan to visit both fabled Petra and the capital of Amman. Call me personally if you have any questions about Egypt. Having had the great pleasure of experiencing this destination myself last year, I can assure you’ll get a broad understanding of Egypt’s complex history on this 17-day trip. We operated three sold-out departures in 2009, so respond quickly to reserve your space. Sincerely,

Christel Pailet Director, Alumni Travel

For information, contact us at 310-206-0613 or 800-UCLAlumni (825-2586). www.UCLAlumni.net

RESERVATION FORM: EGYPT & THE ETERNAL NILE Enclosed is my/our deposit for $_____(500 per person) for ____ people on Egypt & the Eternal Nile departing Feb. 19, 2010. I/we understand the final payment is due on Nov. 16, 2009. Payment may be made by American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or VISA or by personal check. Please make check payable to Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. Mail deposit check to: UCLA Alumni Association, Attn: Alumni Travel, James West Alumni Center, Los Angeles, CA 90095-1397. Or call UCLA Alumni Travel at 310-206-0613 or 800-UCLAlumni (825-2586). Fax: 310-209-4271.

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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Health and Medical Issues: We request that you be in fairly good health to participate in an Odysseys Unlimited tour. There is a considerable amount of walking, and you must be able to get on and off motorcoaches and boats on your own. If you require the use of a wheelchair or have other personal needs, you must be accompanied by a companion who will assist you. We reserve the right to remove anyone whose physical or mental condition, in our opinion, compromises the operation of the tour or detracts from the enjoyment or safety of the other passengers. In that event, Odysseys Unlimited assumes no financial responsibility for any unused portion of the tour. CST# 2077973-40

We will make every effort to operate our tours as planned, but we reserve the right to make itinerary changes as necessary. If unforeseen circumstances require us to change a hotel, we will select alternative accommodations of the same or better quality. If you choose to make your own air arrangements, Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. shall not have any liability for any loss resulting from cancellation of this tour or changes in this tour.

Responsibility: The liability of the UCLA Alumni Association, as sponsor, and Odysseys Unlimited, Inc., as tour operator, is strictly limited. The UCLA Alumni Association and Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. purchase transportation, hotel accommodations, restaurant and other services from independent suppliers not under our control. We serve only as agents for these suppliers in securing tour arrangements, and therefore will not accept responsibility for wrongful, negligent, or arbitrary acts or omissions of these independent contractors, their employees, agents, servants or representatives. The UCLA Alumni Association and Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. are not liable for injury, damage, loss, accident, or delay that may be caused by events not within our control, including without limitation, acts of terrorism, war, strikes, the defect of any vehicle, or the negligence or default of any third party. All coupons, receipts, and tickets issued are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the air carriers, cruise line, and other independent suppliers.

Cancellations, refunds and changes: If you must cancel your trip, the effective date of cancellation will be upon our receipt of your written notification. Refunds for cancellations are subject to the following per person charges: Cancel 95 days or more before departure: $200 charge; Cancel 94-65 days before departure: 50% of tour price; Cancel 64-30 days before departure: 75% of tour price; Cancel 29-0 days before departure: No refund. If a guest makes any changes within 94 and 30 days prior to departure to either their departure city and/or the optional post-tour extension, Odysseys Unlimited, Inc. will apply a $100 per person administrative fee, in addition to any fees or penalties imposed by third parties. No changes are allowed within 30 days of departure. Upon reservation you must provide your full legal name as it appears on your passport. In the event an airline ticket is issued with incorrect information you have provided, you will be responsible for charges associated with the ticketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reissue.

Not included in tour price: Airfare from your hometown to your gateway city and return; costs of passports and visas; airport, port, and departure taxes, which will be listed as separate items on your invoice and are subject to change; personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, room service, and meals not specified; excess baggage fees; communication charges; gratuities to your Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director and shipboard personnel, which are at your discretion (suggested gratuities, $10-$15 per day, per traveler); optional sightseeing excursions; travel protection insurance.

Please read this information carefully, as payment of a $500 deposit per person represents your acceptance of the following Terms and Conditions.

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