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Egypt | Land of the Pharaohs
 Egyptian oils |
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12 days / 11 nights
| Location | Nights |
| Cairo | 4 |
| Nile Cruise | 7 |
Day 01 Arrive Cairo
An A&K welcome on arrival into the Egyptian capital. Transfer to your luxury hotel and the rest of the day at leisure to settle in. Cairo (choice of category)
Day 02 Cairo
Your first full day in Cairo includes a visit to the Pyramids of Giza, the only present day survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, then view the enigmatic Sphinx, the remarkably preserved Solar Boat and enter the burial chamber of Cheops. The dazzling city of Cairo has much to offer, ancient monuments, glittering mosques, imposing citadels, a labyrinthine bazaar and old Coptic churches. Design your own afternoon with a choice of one of the following activities. Visit the necropolis of Saqqara and the impressive new museum of Imhotep; tour on foot through the attractions of Islamic Cairo or tour old Coptic Cairo including the Coptic Museum (B,L).
Cairo (choice of category)
Day 03 Design Your Day Cairo
This morning walk through 7,000 years of history at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities including the treasures of Tutankhamen and the Mummy Room. Another afternoon to choose your own touring. Choose one of the following activities. Tour on foot through the attractions of Islamic Cairo; search for treasure in the colourful aisles of the Khan El Khalili bazaar or tour old Coptic Cairo including the Coptic Museum (B,L).
Cairo (choice of category)
Day 04 Cairo - Aswan
An early flight south to board the idyllic Sun Boat III moored in a private dock in Aswan. There is the option this morning of visiting the colossal temples of Abu Simbel beside Lake Nasser, one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring sights before boarding. In the afternoon sail around the islands by felucca seeing Lord Kitchener’s Island and the Agha Khan mausoleum as you pass. Join the Captain this evening for a complimentary cocktail and canapés (B,L,D).
Sun Boat III (choice of category)
Days 05-10 Nile Cruise
The next six days are spent on the Nile with daily forays accompanied by your Egyptologist. See the highlights of Aswan including the High Dam and the Philae Temple, the temple of Kom Ombo on a glorious bend in the Nile, the Pharaonic temple of Horus at Edfu, the most completely preserved of its kind, the Greco-Roman Temple of Khnum at Esna. Reaching Luxor there is much to see including the Valley of the Kings & Queens and Ramses’s Tomb, Hatshepsut’s Temple, a monument to Ancient Egypt’s only female pharaoh, the temples of Luxor and Karnak as well as the astonishing tombs of El Asasif. A unique inclusion on this cruise is the ancient highlights north of Luxor: Qena and Nag Hammadi, the holy centre of Abydos and the Temple of Hathor in Denderah (B,L,D).
Sun Boat III (choice of category)
Day 11 Luxor - Cairo
A flight back to the Egyptian capital and the afternoon to relax (B). Cairo
Day 12 Depart Cairo
Farewell Egypt on departure from Cairo (B).
Note: Cruise available in reverse direction from Luxor to Aswan.
Optional Extensions
Choose to combine your journey with one of A&K’s fantastic extensions. Not to be missed, these additions are specially selected by our travel consultants.
Egypt | Alexandria & Siwa Extension
Egypt | Alexandria Extension
Egypt | Red Sea Extension
Jordan | Highlights of Jordan
Oman |Arabian Odyssey
United Arab Emirates | Ritz Carlton Dubai
United Arab Emirates | Burj Al Arab Dubai
United Arab Emirates | Madinat Jumeirah – Dar Al Masyaf Dubai United Arab Emirates | Al Maha Desert Resort
Choice of Accommodation
| City | Platinum | Gold |
| Cairo | Four Seasons at the First Residence (Standard) | Conrad (Partial Nile View room) |
| Sun Boat III | Promenade Deck Cabin | Nile Deck Cabin |
Four Seasons at the First Residence
Situated on the west bank of the Nile beside Cairo’s Zoological and Botanical Gardens, the Four Seasons at the First Residence is a luxurious haven with impressive views of the Great Pyramids or the river Nile. This luxurious hotel offers 269 guest rooms and suites all with exquisite Egyptian cotton bed linen, the finest amenities and signature Four Seasons marble bathrooms include a deep soaking tub, large granite-topped vanity and separate glass-enclosed shower. Among the most spacious in the city, this superb accommodation sits amidst botanical gardens and captivating city views. A good choice of restaurants and bars, shopping centre, pool, spa and Welness Centre.
book land of the Pharaohs before 30 April 2010 for travel before 30 June 2010 and receive a complimentary Abu Simbel excursion. Valued at $615 per person.
Egypt | Abu Simbel Extension
One of Egypt’s major highlights, the massive temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari were painstakingly moved stone by stone in 1964 to higher ground to escape the rising waters of Lake Nasser. To ensure our guests enjoy the magnificence of this site in unrivalled style, A&K has its own office, Egyptologist and vehicles on site. The three and a half hour tour includes:
A&K’s exclusive charter flight (seasonal) or business class flights, A&K transfers, sightseeing with an private A&K guide and entrance fees. This highly recommended add-on is best included on day four of the ‘Land of the Pharaohs’, day eight of ‘The Nile in Style’ or day four of ‘Egyptian Sojourn’.
