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Itinerary and Overviews:

Arrival in Cairo Friday or Wednesday depending on your choice of Cruise Ship

> DAY 1: (Cairo)

Arrival in the Land of the Pharaohs. At Cairo International airport you will be welcomed by our representative, and , then escorted to your hotel.

> DAY 2: (Cairo)

Morning visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities which includes the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts and the treasures of Tutankhamen’s tomb, also visit the Mummies room. Stop for lunch at the Fish Market restaurant then drive to the Citadel of Saladin and visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque. In the evening, you will enjoy the Sound & Light show at the Pyramids area. Overnight at hotel. (B, L)   

> DAY 3: (Cairo)

Drive to Old Cairo, where early Judaism and Christianity flourished in Egypt. Visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue and Saint Sergius Church. Stop for lunch at Naguib Mahfouz cafe and enjoy a walking tour of the largest 13th century covered oriental market, Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Overnight at hotel. (B, L)   

> DAY 4: (Cairo, Luxor)

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival transfer to your luxury cruise ship for a 5 days 4 nights cruise. Accommodation aboard your cruise ship will consist of outside Beethoven suite cabin with private facilities. Visit the Temple of Karnak & the Temple of Luxor. Afternoon tea. Evening transfer to the Karnak for a Sound & Light Show Performance and dinner followed by belly dancer show. Overnight in Luxor. (B, L, D)   

> DAY 5: (Luxor, Esna)

After breakfast, visit the West Bank including Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, sail to Esna. Afternoon tea, Captain's welcome cocktail, dinner overnight in Esna. (B, L, D)   

> DAY 6: (Edfu, Kom Ombo)

Free wake up, sail to Edfu during breakfast. Upon arrival to Edfu, travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, considered the best-preserved ancient temple in Egypt and the second largest after the Temple of Karnak. Lunch during sailing to Kom Ombo. Afternoon tea and dinner followed by a Gallabya Party. Overnight in Kom Ombo. (B, L, D)      

> DAY 7: (Kom Ombo, Aswan)

After breakfast, visit the temple of Sobek & Haroeries in Kom Ombo, then sail to Aswan. Lunch on board. Visit the Aswan High Dam, the Granite Quarries & Philae Temple. Afternoon tea and dinner followed by a Nubian Folkloric Show. Overnight in Aswan. (B, L, D)   

> DAY 8: (Aswan, Abu Simbel Cairo)

Disembarkation and transfer to Aswan airport for your flight to Abu Simbel. Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II and of his beloved Queen Nefertari. After visiting this magnificent site, you will be transferred back to Abu Simbel airport for your flight to Cairo via Aswan. Relax at your hotel in Cairo and enjoy the facilities of your hotel. (B)   

> DAY 9: (Cairo, Alexandria, Cairo)

Early breakfast then start your over day to Alexandria by private air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by an English speaking Egyptologist. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shukafa, Quait Bay Fort. Stop for lunch at Fish Market then proceed to the National Museum and Alexandria Library. Transfer back to Cairo. Overnight at hotel. (B, L)   

> DAY 10: (Cairo - Pyramid Tour)

After breakfast, a scenic drive will take you to the Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza, which have stood for the last 5000 years, your visit will include entrance to the inside of the Great Pyramids. Complete your visit at Giza with a tour of the Solar Boat Museum. Lunch at the Mena House hotel then continue to the ancient city of Memphis, the first capital of United Upper and Lower Egypt then visit Sakkara, site of the Step Pyramid of Zoser. Evening, dinner with entertainment on board a Nile cruising restaurant. (B, L, D)   

> DAY 11: (Departure)

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. (B)

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Travel and Visa Requirements:

Egypt is most easily reached by international air to Cairo. A valid passport is required for US and Canadian citizens to travel to Egypt.  Travelers can obtain a renewable 30-day tourist visa at any port of entry, except at Taba and Rafah, for approximately $16 fee, payable in U.S. dollars. Visitors arriving overland must obtain a visa prior to arrival. For additional entry requirements, U.S. citizens may contact: http://www.mfa.gov.eg or Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 3521 International Court, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008,  (202) 895-5400  or the Egyptian consulates also in: New York, NY; Chicago, IL 60611; Houston, TX; San Francisco, CA. The visa can be obtained from the nearest embassy or consulate or from a visa service (for an additional fee).

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