Wonders of Ancient Egypt - From £2,698

Africa Egypt
OVERVIEW
The enduring buzz of Cairo's bustling city streets and imposing Great Pyramids of Giza launch your discovery of Ancient Egypt. Cruise down the Nile to Kom-Ombo, Luxor, and explore the Valley of the Kings.
EXPERIENCES
Aswan: Admire the picturesque setting of Aswan and its iconic sites as you embark on a sightseeing tour of the city. Learn about the beautiful Temple of Isis and the contentious construction of the Aswan Dam.  

Cairo: See Tutankhamun’s treasures on full display at the Grand Egyptian Museum — from gilded beds and chariots to his iconic golden mask. Join an Egyptologist to explore over 100,000 ancient artefacts, including colossal statues, ornate coffins and the world’s oldest prosthetic. 

Cairo: Spend your day enjoying the sights of the Hanging Church of St. Mary or embark on a journey to see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque. 

Dendera: At the Temple of Hathor, see a rare depiction of Cleopatra and Caesarian.

Giza: Enjoy a day gazing at the Great Pyramids of Giza and its treasures - the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the Colossus of Rames II.

Karnak: Stand amid a vast forest of columns in the largest temple complex known to man as your Egyptologist explains the significance behind it. Walk the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes, see the statue of Rameses II and the Hypostyle Hall.

Kitchener's Island: Sail around Kitchener's Island and its Botanical Gardens in a traditional felucca. 

Kom Ombo: Discover the temple of Kom Ombo and discover the wonders of the duo gods Horus the Elder and Sobek.

Luxor: Spend the day discovering the wonders of the Luxor Museum.

Take a short boat ride to Philae Island, located between the old and new Aswan Dams, where you’ll have a short tour. Then, be seated in a Roman-style theatre for a retelling of the perennial Nile flood and the stories of the goddesses Isis and Hathor, to whom the temple was originally dedicated.

Valley of the Kings: Discover the ancient history behind the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs and Queen Hatshepsut's Temple at the Valley of the Kings.
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ITINERARY

Delve into the antiquities of Egypt on this journey which begins in the Egyptian capital. As you transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure, you’ll feel the buzz of this lively city – the perfect introduction to Egypt’s ancient past and exciting present. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over a drink. It’s your first chance to connect and get a feel for this extraordinary city.

Meet your Travel Director early this morning and immerse yourself during a full-day excursion to the old kingdom of Egypt. See the Colossus of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx at Memphis. Visit the Step Pyramid at Saqqara, then marvel at the Great Pyramid of Giza and the mighty Sphinx.

Fly to Luxor this morning and embark on a guided tour of the Karnak Temple Complex, before boarding your cruise in time for lunch. Later, marvel at Luxor's Temple and visit the Luxor Museum to see an astounding collection of archaeological treasures, including items from Tutankhamun’s tomb. Your Stays with Stories experience takes you on a cruise along the Nile, which continues to play a crucial role in Egypt's economy and biodiversity.

Pay tribute to the Goddess Hathor at Dendera Temple, a soaring structure built around 330 BC.  Beautifully preserved and elaborate in its design, every inch of this impressive sand-coloured temple is mesmerising and you’ll see many of its halls, shrines and unique features such as the sun dial and replica Dendera zodiac, tracing the images of Taurus and Libra.  You’ll learn about Dendera’s role as one of the major capitals of ancient Upper Egypt before sailing to Edfu for the night.

Today, travel to Aswan, which for centuries held the strategic role of being Egypt’s southern frontier and gateway to the rest of Africa. Today it is a tranquil, modern city, most known for its High Dam, Nubian villages and Philae Temple, built to honour Egyptian goddess Isis.

During your sightseeing in Aswan, you’ll see how the ancient Egyptians chose a stunning place to honour the goddess of love and you’ll learn about the Temple of Isis on Philae Island. Your final stop today is a visit to the High Dam, the world’s largest embankment dam which ended the cycle of flood and drought along the Nile River.

Today, you could join a once-in-a-lifetime Optional Experience to Abu Simbel, carved into a solid rock cliff in Egypt’s Nubian Valley. As you approach the Great Temple, marvel at the four seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and tributes to the gods. Meet the members of a local women-owned cooperative on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Later, you’ll set sail in a traditional felucca around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener's Island.

Visit the roofless Temple of Kom Ombo, a highlight along the Nile, where you’ll learn how the temple was built to honour two gods, Horus the Elder and Sobek. The Temple has a perfectly symmetrical design, the two sides mirroring each other with one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. You’ll learn all about the mythical link and why the Nile crocodile was of such importance to the ancient Egyptian priests.

Watch how the river gives life to an arid landscape and the people who live within it as you sail down the Nile towards Luxor, once the capital of ancient Egypt. Head to the sundeck for the best views and thrilling experience of passing through Esna Lock, before continuing your journey.

Disembark at Luxor to explore the fascinating complex of mortuary temples and tombs, including Queen Hatshepsut's Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and the Valley of the Kings. Enjoy a traditional Be My Guest experience. Fly to Cairo and enjoy an evening at leisure to soak up the buzzing atmosphere for which the city is famous.

The buzz of Cairo is undeniable, and you’ll get to feel it first-hand as you embark on a sightseeing tour through the Egyptian capital. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary in Old Cairo, a landmark of Egypt’s Christian heritage. You’ll also take in views of the Citadel, a medieval Islamic-era fortification that served as the seat of the Egyptian government for almost seven centuries, and visit the Alabaster Mosque. Later, with an Egyptologist, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to an unparalleled collection of ancient artefacts, from mummies and sarcophagi to jewellery and treasures linked to King Tutankhamun. As the day winds down, join an optional Nile River dinner cruise, drifting past Cairo’s illuminated skyline. Enjoy a delicious meal on board, paired with live entertainment, including a traditional belly dancing performance, for a memorable evening on the water.

As our expedition comes to an end, say a fond farewell to your newfound friends.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Flight from Luxor to Cairo
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Must-see sightseeing
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • Return flight from Cairo to Luxor
  • Seven-night luxury Nile Cruise
  • The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: Ramses Hilton - Meals:
DAY 2: Ramses Hilton - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10: Ramses Hilton - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11: Ramses Hilton - Meals: Breakfast
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