Reflections on a New Egypt: “I just spent a weekend in Cairo, traveling all over a city that feels as if a great weight has been lifted from it. From the Bazaar to Tahrir Square, I never felt anything but welcomed, comfortable and at ease. People are excited
and proud, and many welcomed me to the ‘New Egypt.’ The experience is as rich as ever.” – Matt Curran, Tauck Director, April 2011
2. GIZA: THE PYRAMIDS,SPHINX & SOLAR BOAT Meet our local Egyptologist before embarking on the first of your personally guided excursions to Egypt’s antiquities. Visit the Solar Boat Museum to view a 4,500-year-old cedarwood boat; explore Giza, home to the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Cheops. Climb atop a camel for a memorable ride* at the Pyramids! Join us for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner tonight. Meals BLD
3. ANCIENT MEMPHIS,SAKKARA & DAHSHUR At ancient Memphis, first capital of Egypt’s “Old Kingdom,” see the statue of Ramesses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. Trace the progress of pyramid design at Sakkara and the Royal Tombs of Dahshur; view the Step Pyramid of Djoser and explore the Teti Pyramid. As a Tauck Exclusive, go inside the private tomb of one of the site’s early mastabas. Tonight, enjoy a spectacular sound and light show at the Pyramids and the Sphinx in Giza. Meals BL
4. FLY TO LUXOR / TEMPLES & LUXOR MUSEUM Fly aboard our charter flight to Luxor, site of the ancient city of Thebes. The treasures of Upper Egypt highlight a guided visit to the remarkable Luxor Museum. You’ll have time to explore the town of Luxor, one of the world’s most extraordinary “open-air” museums, at leisure; its antiquities include the great temple complex of Luxor, along with many pylons, sphinxes and obelisks. Follow a sunset cocktail cruise on a felucca with dinner at your hotel, where your room overlooks the fabled River Nile. Meals BLD
5. VALLEY OF THE KINGS / EMBARK SHIP View Queen Hatshepsut’s temple en route to the Valley of the Kings. Insights from our Egyptologist enrich visits to Medinet Habu and the Valley of the Queens. Settle into your cabin on the Nile Adventurer; take a private horse-drawn carriage ride through the amazing temple complex at Luxor at sunset. Join the Captain and his staff aboard Nile Adventurer for this evening’s cocktail reception featuring Egyptian wine and local beer, followed by dinner; later, belly dancers entertain aboard ship. Meals BLD
6. TEMPLE OF KARNAK / CRUISE TO ESNA If you wish, start your day with an early morning optional hot air balloon ride over the Valleys of the Kings and Queens (additional $175 per person). Our expert Egyptologist leads an excursion to Luxor and its Great Hypostyle Hall today. Actually composed of three main temples and several smaller ones, Luxor’s Temple of Karnak is the largest complex of its kind ever built. Later, Nile Adventurer sets off from Luxor on an exciting day spent cruising the River Nile. Glimpse life along the ancient riverbanks as the ship makes its way to Esna throughout the day, enjoying a cooking demonstration and afternoon tea. Don local attire for an “Egyptian Night” evening of entertainment and dancing. Meals BLD
Call your travel agent or Tauck at 800-468-2825
The knowledge and passion of Tauck’s Egyptologists take your discoveries to a whole new level, from Abu Simbel’s temples to a felucca ride on the Nile
Tauck Value Includes:
4-night Nile River cruise aboard the Nile Adventurer, with shore excursions to Egypt’s must-see sites along the river
Special early-opening guided visit to Cairo’s Egyptian Museum Sightseeing of Egypt’s antiquities led by renowned Egyptologists Sunset cocktail cruise aboard a traditional felucca on the Nile Private horse-drawn carriage ride through Luxor as the sun sets Camel ride and sound & light show at the Pyramids
Guided visits to the Pyramids & Sphinx, Luxor Museum, Sakkara, ancient Memphis and much more
Exploration of UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Valleys of the Kings & Queens, Temple of Karnak and more
Visits to Bibliotecha Alexandrina and catacombs in Alexandria Two private charter flights save you travel time within Egypt Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
Most meals – 29 (11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners); gratuities to local guides, service charges, taxes and porterage
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