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Egypt
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Egypt is Africa's most popular tourist destination and that's not really surprising given the incredible attractions it has to offer.
The land of Pharaohs and Pyramids welcomes you to tour its hidden mysteries and sail along the calm waters of its River Nile.
Enjoy 7 Days and 6 Nights for only USD 1050 Per person sharing in a double
The rate includes:
- 1 night accommodation on bed & breakfast basis
- 3 nights accommodation on board a dhow on full board basis.
- 2 nights accommodation on board a sleeper Train to Cairo / Aswan & Luxor / Cairo
- All sightseeing during cruise as per cruise itinerary
- Full day tour to the Memphis, Sakkara, Pyramids and Sphinx excluding Lunch
- Full day tour to the Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Khan El-Khlaili Bazaars excluding Lunch
- All transfers in Cairo, Aswan & Luxor as per program on private basis
- Entrance to all of the above mentioned sights and during cruise as per attached itinerary
- Service of Private English speaking Egyptologist guide during all visits
- International Airfare
**Above rates are subject to change and availability without prior notice and / or at time of booking**
**Airfare is based on a special booking class and if not available at time of booking a higher fare will be quoted**
Visa requirements:
- valid passport with dully filled and signed application form
- ticket print out
- valid yellow fever certificate - where to get this
- visa fee is kshs 1,800
- 2 passport size photos
- It takes 4 to 5 working days to process
- A single-entry visa is valid for 3 months from when you acquire it, and allows you a 1 month stay in the country.
Optional extra sites and activities: ABU SIMBEL ADD-ON (Ex-Aswan)
In Abu Simbel, visit the Temple of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari and the colossal statues, which the pharaoh built to announce the ‘start of civilization'.
ALEXANDRIA
Take a full day trip to Alexandria , the shinning pearl of the Mediterranean , and the beckon radiating its deep-rooted culture and heritage to the world at large. Visit the Mosques, the Roman Amphitheater and most important, Port Quaitbay, which is now a naval museum.
MEMPHIS & SAKKARA TOUR
Half day tour. Memphis was the first capital of ancient Egypt and contains a colossal statue of King Ramses II as well as the famous Alabaster Sphinx. A short drive away lies the Necropolis of Saqqara, where the ruins of the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the first pyramid ever built, still stands.
MOONLIGHT CRUISING: On board a cruising restaurant (dinner included)
After a day of sightseeing, dinning on the Nile is a delightful way to spend your evening. Cruising restaurants offer sumptuous buffets and great entertainment, not to mention the beautiful scenic shores of the Nile.
SOUND & LIGHT SHOW
This takes place in the evening at the Pyramids of Giza, and is one of the finest performances of its kind to be found anywhere in the world. The history of the Great Pharaohs of the 18 th & 19 th dynasties is related with the aid of special sound and light effects.
The best time to visit Egypt is October through May. Temperatures vary between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The nights will be cool but most days are still sunny.
December through February aren't the best times for swimming in the Mediterranean though, it gets quite cold and rainy. Watch out for dust storms from March until May. |
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