A 29 - Day Grand Tour of the Near East and the former Ottoman Empire

This dream vacation Includes an in-depth tour of Istanbul, Cappadocia , the Turkish coast and Anatolia. An ultra deluxe Nile Cruise on board the Sonesta Star Goddess or Sonesta Moon Goddess
all suites with private balconies cruises , Cairo , Giza and the Red Sea in Egypt .
Petra in Jordan Arrive weekly in Istanbul . March though end of Oct

AAAAH .. Egypt , the Nile . A True Honeymoon or Anniversary Destination
Compare with the Jewels of the Near East with an extended stay in Jordan
Compare with the Dahabiya edition : Deluxe Sailing boat on the Nile

Indiana Jones himself couldn't squeeze more adventure into this Mediterranean and Near East Vacation . You will journey through the Ottoman Empire most exotic cities and regions :
In Egypt : Tour Cairo and Giza most important sites : Sakkara , Memphis, Dahshour and the Pyramids, a sailing cruise on the Nile on board a deluxe all suite private balcony cruise , the fabled temples and tombs of Luxor and Thebes, take a break on the shore of the Red Sea in Hurgada at the Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh all suites hotel . In Jordan you will trek to the mysterious ruins of Petra in Jordan . In Turkey : A true GRAND tour of Istanbul and Anatolia , or add a
private gulet cruise along the Turquoise Turkish coast

DAY 1 - Istanbul - Friday - weekly : March - Oct
Our local rep. meets your plane at Istanbul Airport and escorts you to your hotel. All of our airport transfers on this tour are on a private basis , private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur.
Complimentary Turkish Lokom sweets awaits you in your hotel room with our compliments .
Hotel : on of the Four Seasons hotels ( standard room ) in Istanbul, or the Ciragan Palace Kempinski if you prefer

DAY 2 - ISTANBUL - Saturday (BL)
We tour historic Istanbul, including the Hippodrome, Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Süleymaniye Mosque, and the 4000-shop Grand Bazaar.
Lunch is included at a charming local restaurant, one small bottle of water for each guest is included as well as tea & coffee. All of our tours here are on a private basis , private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur, and with a private guide .

DAY 3 - ISTANBUL- Sunday (BLD)
After a visit to the aromatic Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar on the Golden Horn, we board a ferryboat and cruise northward along the Bosphorus, the strait which separates Europe and Asia. Sipping Turkish coffee or tea, we pass waterside palaces, mansions, forests and parks. Disembarking at a fishing village, we have a seafood lunch at a local restaurant, then drive south to tour fabled Topkapi Palace, where we will stroll through the palace gardens to see the Treasury and Chinese porcelains. In the evening, we go out for dinner with live music and belly dancing folk show . All of our tours here are on a private basis , private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur, and with a private guide .

DAY 4 - PERGAMON & IZMIR - Kusadasi - Monday (BL)
After breakfast , we fly south along the Aegean shore, landing in Izmir ( air fare is included in economy class tax included ) from the airport we ascend Kadifekale, Izmir's hill crowned by a fortress built by Alexander the Great, to enjoy the view, then we head Bergama, ancient Pergamon. Ascending its lofty acropolis, we see the Altar of Zeus, Temple of Dionysus and the remains of the 200,000-volume library which was surpassed only by Alexandria's. A few miles away, we tour the asclepion, the early medical center where Galen was a physician, before continuing to Kusadasi for the night.
Lunch is included in a charming local restaurant . All of our tours here are on a private basis , private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur, and with a private guide . If you prefer a quieter location, then we suggest Selcuk small town .

DAY 5 - EPHESUS & KUSADASI-Tuesday (BL)
Breakfast is always included daily at the hotel. Today lunch is included enroute.
In the morning light it's off to biblical Ephesus to see the Basilica of St John the Evangelist, who came here with the Virgin Mary. Passing the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, we reach Ephesus, the most impressive ancient city on the Mediterranean. After our tour, we continue to the fine Ephesus Museum and the hilltop House of the Virgin Mary, said to be her last home on earth.

Sirince Village.
This old Orthodox Village, 30 kilometers from Kusadasi, was once "Cirkince"(ugly). Indeed its inhabitants gave this name on the purpose as they did not want to be bothered by foreigners nor to share the beauty of their village. Still after years, visitors understood that the village was not ugly and called it "Sirince" (pretty). Today the village is a perfect synthesis of Turkish-Greek culture as of the 1920's; after the Turkish Independence War, people exchange between Greek and Turks has occurred and all the typical Greek houses, though they kept their original outside characteristics, have received the local layout inside. At Sirince Village you will have chance of seeing the local life at a village and purchasing some small local souvenirs and handicrafts. The village is also famous for its local grape and other fruit wines. During the lunch, mingle with the local people of the village as you will be a guest in their village for a simple cup of traditional Turkish coffee at the main coffee house of the village. Depending on the number of guests, a gypsy woman may read your fortune after you finish your coffee .

We spend the night in the Aegean resort of Kusadasi. All of our tours here are on a private basis , private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur, and with a private guide .

DAY 6 - PRIENE, MILETUS & DIDYMA -Wednesday (BL)
A short drive brings us to the well-preserved ruins of Priene, a very ancient city perched above the aptly-named Meander River. We next tour Miletus, where the philosopher Thales was born. Finally, we tour the gigantic oracular temple at Didyma, which challenged the primacy of Delphi, before returning to our hotel in Kusadasi. All of our tours here are on a private basis , private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur, and with a private guide .

DAY 7 - Day at leisure- Thursday (B)
Full day at leisure . Breakfast is always included at the hotel.

DAY 8 - Istanbul / CAPPADOCIA -Friday (BD)
We fly to Istanbul and connect to Kayseri and off to Cappadocia , our flight takes us across Anatolia ("Great Mother" in Turkish) to Kayseri, from which we drive into the eerie volcanic landscape of biblical Cappadocia. We settle in at one of the cave hotels ( suite) or Kapadokya Lodge , or similar, in the afternoon, we explore the foremost sights in this historic, visually striking region. Our first stop is the Göreme Open Air Museum, with its dozens of ancient cave-churches carved from the soft volcanic stone. Many still contain their beautiful colored fresco decoration. Next we explore the monastic valley of Zelve, where whole monasteries were carved into the rock. In the Pasabag and Dervent valleys we view the "fairy chimneys," pinnacles of volcanic rock formed by wind and water erosion over millennia. We enjoy a panorama of the Red and Rose Valleys before we head back for our hotel to enjoy a typical Turkish dinner. All of our transfers here are on a private basis , private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur.

DAY 9 - EXPLORING CAPPADOCIA - Saturday (BLD)
We drive across the rolling steppe of Central Anatolia to the town of Derinkuyu and descend into an underground labyrinth carved thousands of years ago. Hundreds of cave-rooms and passageways descend eight levels into the earth. Storerooms, kitchens, larders, and churches show that this "underground city" was capable of housing thousands of people when danger threatened. On our way back to our hotel we stop at the striking Agzikarahan Caravansaray, built by the Seljuk Turks in the 11th century as a way-station for the rich camel caravans plying the Silk Route between Europe and Asia. Late afternoon drive to Avnos , a traditional potter- making town to visit the local artisans, and admire the fine detailing of the famous Iznic ceramic designs. In the evening we visit an underground restaurant for a traditional Turkish folklore show, with dances and costumes from several regions rich in folklore, including Gaziantep, the Mediterranean, and the Black Sea. The mysterious and alluring art of belly-dancing, and an enjoyable evening of traditional Turkish dance. . All of our tours here are on a private basis , private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur, and with a private guide .

DAY 10 - Istanbul - Sunday (BLD)
After breakfast we fly to Istanbul, remainder of the day at leisure .

DAY 11 - ISTANBUL - Monday (BL)
" Imperial Constantinople in the Belle Epoque" (late 19th century), the exotic romance of the "Paris of the East:"

Morning walking tour : We start with our guide in Karaköy where the foreign bankers and shipping companies had their headquarters, then take the Tünel up to istiklal Caddesi; stop in the whirling dervish tekke, and walk past the various old embassy buildings (now consulates), and point out the architecture. Stop for tea (included) at the famous Pera Palace Hotel.
Walk at least as far as Galatasaray Square, and have lunch in the Çicek Pasaji (Flower Passage); then walk up to Taksim Square and be picked up for the afternoon tour.
In the afternoon the tour visit Yildiz Palace Park and the Ihlamur Kasri, a mini-palace south of Yildiz, and finish up with a visit to the Military History Museum in Harbiye in time to hear the "Mehter," or Ottoman military band (mid-afternoon) .

DAY 12 - CAIRO - Tuesday ( B)
Air fare is included in our rate , in economy class with tax : Istanbul Cairo . Ticket issued and delivered in Istanbul . Upon arrival in Cairo , our Egypt-based staff greets you in bustling Cairo airport and escorts you to your hotel . Complimentary Egyptian visa fee (valid for American, Australian , NZ, EU , Canadian, Mexican & Japanese citizens. Passports must be valid for at least 6 month upon arrival).
At your hotel, complimentary coffee or tea ( please advise your preference), one bottle of water for each guest, and a platter of Egyptian sweets will await you at your room.
Hotel : Four Seasons Hotel : Nile Plaza or the First Residence ( standard room)

Visa will be issued upon arrival.
As you exit the gate, you will pass through a door or two , down some stairs , then walk for 2-5 minutes , until you pass the duty free shops, at the end of a wide corridor , you will see the security officers. There you will be met by a local representative, who will be holding a sign with the name you prefer to use for the sign .
Our local representative will then take your passport to obtain a stamp from the cashier / bank window and escort you to speak with the passport officer. He will escort you through another last check on your passport as you exit the passport control, into customs area, he will assist you in collecting your luggage and clearing customs . After exiting the terminal, our local representative will escort you (private vehicle) to the hotel

DAY 13 - CAIRO- The Egyptian Museum - Wednesday (BLD)
Your exploration of the ancient world begins today! First stop is the Egyptian Museum, with its treasures of the ancient pharaohs: mummies, statuary, precious stones and metals. You have all morning to spend at the Museum . Lunch around 1 PM at the Hadaik Al Azhar Park , or similar . Then off to the Islamic Medieval Cairo : We'll stop at the Citadel of Saladin , the Alabaster Mosque, Sultan El Rifai Mosque a true master-piece in Arabic & Islamic Architecture , brief stop inside the mosque to see the Shah of Iran and King Farouk mausoleums .
Finally , we wander through the Khan El Khalili 12-Century bazaar district and scenes that are out of the Raiders of the Lost Arc" movie set. Return to your hotel late afternoon for a brief rest before we head for the sound & light show .

DAY 14 - CAIRO- Dahshour, Memphis, Sakkara - Home Hosted Dinner - Thursday (BL)
A morning tour takes us to the time capsule treasure of Dahshour, the newly-opened pyramid field south of Cairo: DAHSOUR - we'll motor to the edge of Cairo, to Dahshour, the newly-opened pyramid field south of Cairo. We visit the great pyramid of Senfru, father of Cheops, and other structure:

The "Discovery" of Dahshour:
For almost half a century, the great field of huge pyramids near the desert village of Dahshour, 25 miles south of Cairo, has been off limits to the public. Confined within the perimeter of a military base were many pyramids, including the great 4500-year-old pyramid built by Senfru, father of Cheops. Senfru's pyramid, the largest in Egypt until his son built Giza's Great Pyramid, is rhomboidal in shape: it tapers more distinctly on its upper half. All the pyramids were coated in thick plaster at one time. Most have lost these protective, decorative sheaths, but Senfru's--miraculously--is still in place.

After lunch at a local restaurant : The afternoon is for Memphis and Sakkara, including the Step Pyramid of Zoser & Nobles tombs/Mastabas.

DAY 15 - Giza Pyramids - Friday (BL)
Drive to the edge of Cairo and on to Giza and the mysteries of the Pyramids , the Cheops Royal Barge Museum , the Valley Temple and Sphinx. Lunch is included at the Mena House . Afternoon is at leisure

Dinner is included at a local home:
Meet the locals, you may wish to bring token gifts to exchange with the host family ( T shirt , small souvenirs of your home town):
This evening we'll venture where few ordinary visitors ever tread . . . right into the homes of some of the people of Cairo l! You'll be invited to a family dinner, and while you enjoy wholesome home-cooked specialties, you'll learn about and appreciate the outlook, aspirations, and way of life of your hosts. Be assured, as curious as you may be about your new friends, they're sure to have questions about your own background. Once the ice is broken, you'll enjoy a lively evening, and find that you have more in common than you ever suspected. Of course, you may enjoy dinner in a quiet restaurant with your travel companions, by letting us know your preferences.

DAY 16 - Luxor - Sonesta M/S Moon Goddess - Suite with Private Balcony .Nile Cruise - Saturday (BLD)
Private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur, private Egyptologist even for the cruise shore excursiones

If / when using Sonesta Star Goddess , we may have to change to boarding Friday
Very early morning breakfast and transfer to Cairo Airport. Flight is included in our rate, in business class , tax included . Morning arrival at Luxor . We'll meet you at the airport , and escort you to your deluxe air conditioned Nile cruise . Board Luxor ( or Aswan ) .

We fly to or Luxor, or Aswan All transfers and tours are always on a private basis , and board our Nile cruiser in time for a delicious lunch. Complimentary welcome fruit basket awaits you in your cabin.
The gigantic Great Temple of Amon at Karnak, and the mighty Temple of Luxor are our goals in the afternoon. We'll return in time for the afternoon tea served on deck. You'll have a chance to explore your ship before dinner. In the evening your guide will call on you for a horse drawn carriage ride through Luxor bazaars and souks , as well as the waterfront

DAY 17 - LUXOR , EDFU - on Board your Ultra Deluxe Nile Cruise- Sunday (BLD)
We tour today as well the magnificent tombs in the Valley of the Kings including Tut-Ank-Amon's tomb and the great temple of Queen Hatshepsut, we stop at the Colossi of Memnon on the way back to our cruise. Afterward, we'll continue on Luxor's west bank to get a totally different perspective on ancient Egyptian life, at the ancient workers' settlement of Deir el-Medinah. While most of the imposing stone monuments and sites of Egypt honor the lives and after-lives of royalty, Deir el-Medinah gives us unique and surprising insights into the ordinary citizens who constructed and decorated the tombs.

Here we'll see the excavated homes shared by laborers with their domestic animals. These quarters were surprisingly large, with three good-sized rooms, courtyard, kitchen, and even storage cellars. While ancient Egypt might not have been a workers' paradise, we'll see that artisans and builders were highly regarded in their community. We are proud to be the only operator to offer regular visits to this singular ancient settlement in its tour and cruise programs.

We sail in the afternoon we cruise to Esna to go through the locks , and on to Edfu where we dock for the night. In the evening , we'll celebrate in Egyptian style, dressed in galabias, the flowing national costume, a galabya will be delivered to your cabin with our compliments) . All transfers and tours are always on a private basis

DAY 18 - EDFU, KOM OMBO - on Board your Ultra Deluxe Nile Cruise- Monday (BLD)
We moor in Edfu, climb aboard horse-drawn carriages, and clip-clop through the town to the Temple of Horus, Egypt's best-preserved temple. Re-embarking on our Nile cruiser, we enjoy lunch as we sail further south upriver .
We disembark downstream at Kom Ombo to visit its twin temples of Haroeris, the sun god, and Sobek, the crocodile god, the continue our voyage to Aswan, while we party after dinner with music & dance. All transfers and tours are always on a private basis

DAY 19 - ASWAN - on Board your Ultra Deluxe Nile Cruise -Tuesday (BLD)
First we tour Aswan dams, then on to the awesome Aswan dams, and next an ancient granite quarry complete with an unfinished obelisk. Then we go by motor launch to the Island temple of Philae , dedicated to the Ancient Goddess ISIS :

The Mystery of Isis : Two millennia ago the Mediterranean world was enthralled by the mystery of Isis:

"I, Isis, am all that has been, that is or shall be; no mortal man hath ever seen me unveiled."

Called Aset by the ancient Egyptians, the goddess was a Madonna in the Mediterranean tradition that stretches far, far back to the primitive Mother Goddess from Anatolia, home to some of the oldest human communities on earth.

Isis was the powerful and quick-witted protector of her son Horus, the Sun God. Ancient peoples throughout the Mediterranean regarded Isis and Horus as the perfect Madonna and Child. Another legend says she was also the mother of the fertility god Min who, judging from the depiction of him on temple walls, needed no help from Viagra!

Because of her wisdom and skill at protection, she was admired as a good magician capable of healing the sick and protecting the dead in their journey to the Underworld.

Isis is portrayed regally, as a queen seated on a throne (which may be the meaning of her name), often holding her son Horus as a baby. Other images show her with broad, magnificent gilded wings able to protect the world. Isis, the great Mother Goddess. Come explore her mystery in timeless
Egypt when you Travel in Style!
In the afternoon we enjoy a leisurely sail by graceful felucca on the Nile.

Our farewell dinner this evening is a buffet of Egyptian specialties, followed by a show featuring oriental performers, including of course a belly dancer. All transfers and tours are always on a private basis

Unique interiors at the Cairo Four Seasons Hotel

Day 20 - Wednesday - Aswan- Abu Simbel - Cairo ( BL)
Breakfast on board and check-out . Today we will be flying to : ABU SIMBEL :
Ramses the Great - Master Builder of all Times (Lunch Box.)
Lunch box will prepared by your cruise chef.
Take a short flight to the great temples of Abu Simbel . Air fare is always included within Egypt, in Business class, tax included.
In Abu Simbel : Your private air-conditioned vehicle, and private Egyptologist will be waiting for you at Abu Simbel Airport , off to the larger temple dedicated to Ramses the Great , colossal figures of Ramses are seated with the gods and attended by his queen and daughters. The smaller temple is dedicated to Queen Nefertari, who appears as Hathor, the goddess of love, joy and fertility, symbolized by the benevolent cow. We explore these fine temple by ourselves in the quiet of the morning, admiring their ancient aura and artistry, after which retire to a comfortable hotel for refreshments. Then we fly back to Aswan and connect back to Cairo and the J. W. Marriott by the airport ( Junior Suite) or similar .

Day 21 - Thursday - Cairo to Sharm el-Sheikh or Hurgada ( based on your preference) (B)
Breakfast and check-out. Fly to Sharm El Sheikh or Hurgada ( please advise your preference ) . Air fare is always included : in business class ( when available based on the plane's configuration) with all taxes.


Hotels: Ultra Deluxe Category :
Sharm El Sheikh: Four Seasons or the Ritz ( Deluxe Suite- with private plunge pool )
Hotels : Hurgada : Sahl Hasheesh Oberoi ( Suite)

Hurgada Sahl Hasheesh all suites hotel on the Red Sea .

DAY 22 - Sharm El-Sheikh , Friday (cB)
The day is yours to enjoy this unique desert beach resort. Relax by the cerulean waters, take a camel ride at your option , and observe in the distance the steady line of ships heading to and from the Suez Canal.
Sunset Camel Caravan or on Horse Backs :
A one hour caravan on camels, if you prefer to enjoy a one hour of horse back riding, please do let's know, but in this case the horse ride will not be into the Sahara .
The camel caravan is fully escorted & guided as well by local Bedouins through the desert and through the mountain passes of El Aat mountain , we stop at the highest point in the valley for a cup of tea with the Bedouin, take in the the evening charm of the desert & nature before we head back to your hotel.

Four Seasons Sharm El-Sheikh : Deluxe One-Bedroom Suite
Ideal for families travelling together or for private entertaining, Deluxe One-Bedroom Suites provide outstanding space for privacy and relaxation. Each suite features its own terrace with a private plunge pool, and partial views of the Red Sea and Resort courtyards and pathways.

The One-Bedroom Suite features a private plunge pool on its own terrace, furnished with a table and chairs, coffee table and built-in loveseat.
The elegant living room offers a sofabed, separate closet and an entertainment centre with a television, DVD player and stereo system with CD player.
The bedroom offers a king bed, a "Bose" Wave radio/CD player with MP3 player connection, a 107-centimetre (42-inch) LCD flat-screen television and a walk-in dressing room with ample closet space.
The marble bathroom features a deep soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, large vanity and WC; a guest powder room with shower is located off the living

Enjoy your deluxe suite with a private plunge pool at the Four Seasons Sharm El Sheikh

DAY 23 - Sharm El Sheikh, Snorkel or Dive- Saturday (B)
The Red Sea just off "Sharm" is replete with fascinating coral and aquatic species unique to this area. With our compliments , please enjoy exploring these wonders as you snorkel or scuba dive (for which proof of certification is a must, 2 dives are included )

DAY 24 - Sharm El Sheikh - Sunday (B)
Breakfast is included daily . Day on your own to enjoy these Egyptian Riviera and your hotel. Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Enjoy a seaside resort experience unparalleled in the Middle East. Superb dining, spa, fitness, diving and sports – and luxurious guest rooms clustered like a hillside village above the shimmering drama of the Red Sea.

Sample Suite at the Four Seasons Hotel Sharm El Sheikh

DAY 25 - Sharm El Sheikh, Cairo - Monday (B)
Breakfast and check-out, fly back to Cairo ( business class ) and your hotel.
Hotels : J. W. Marriott ( Suite ) , or of course upgrade to the Four Seasons Hotel ( standard room )or the Mena House Oberoi ( Palace wing) , ok to mix and match stay between Four Seasons and Oberoi Mena House hotels

DAY 26 - Cairo , Amman / PETRA - Tuesday (B)
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Cairo Airport for your flight to Amman, air fare is included in economy , with tax .

Jordanian visa fee (valid for American, Australian , NZ, EU , Canadian, Mexican & Japanese citizens. Passports must be valid for at least 6 month upon arrival). At your hotel, complimentary coffee or tea ( please advise your preference),

Upon arrival , you'll drive from the airport south under a towering ridge of mountains, we will be driving along the King's Highway, an ancient caravan route, to Madaba to visit the church containing the oldest known map of Palestine and the Holy Land. Continuing to Mount Nebo, we enjoy the panoramic view of the Promised Land the way Moses saw it for the first time. Further on, at Kerak, we tour the ruins of its romantic Crusaders' castle of Renaud de Chatillon, one of a line which stretched from Aqaba to Turkey. Finally, we arrive to PETRA for the night. Movenpick Petra hotel or similar . Lunch is included enroute

Complimentary Jordanian visa fee (valid only for American , Australian, NZ, Canadian , EU , Mexican , & Japanese citizens. Passports must be valid for at least 6 month upon arrival).

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DAY 27 - PETRA- Wednesday (BLD)
Breakfast is included at the hotel . We'll spend the entire day at Petra, the stunning desert city hewn by the Nabateans from solid cliffs of pink and violet sandstone. Petra was known in the bible as Sela, and rediscovered only in 1812. You'll feel like Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark as you penetrate into the city through a narrow sandstone gorge, the Siq, and wander among the Temple of the Winged Lion, tombs, Roman theater, and the imposing Treasury.
Lunch & Dinner are included today at the hotel .

DAY 28 - PETRA/ Wadi Rum - Thursday (BLD)
Breakfast is included at the hotel . We board four-wheel-drive vehicles for an expedition to Wadi Rum, the "Valley of the Moon" where T. E. Lawrence ("Lawrence of Arabia") organized Arab resistance to Ottoman rule during World War I. Lunch box is included . After our visit we head back to Amman and the Four Seasons Hotel Amman ( standard room)

DAY 29 - DEPARTURE - Friday (B)
We escort you to the airport for your flight home. Bon Voyage.

Ultra Deluxe:
RATES per person in USD
Four Seasons Level Hotels and Suites -Private Balcony Nile Cruise

Easter ( two weeks) , Christmas, New Year's Dec 20 - Jan 5 : 10% supplement will apply.

Standard Deluxe
RATES per person in USD
Hilton - Sheraton - Hyatt Level Hotels - Outside cabins on the Nile Cruise
( M/S Monaco , M/S Mojito or similar )

Easter ( two weeks) , Christmas, New Year's Dec 20 - Jan 5 : 10% supplement will apply.

Prices include:

• All transfers , always on a private basis, private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur .
  
  
• Air fare between : Cairo Amman Istanbul in economy , tax included .
  
• Complimentary welcome fruit basket on board the Nile Cruise.
  Bottled water ( one per person) delivered daily to your cabin.
  Bottled water / tea / coffee with every meal on board the Nile Cruise.
  
• Air-conditioned hotel accommodations with tax and service charges as listed
  
• Deluxe Nile Cruise with all meals & shore excursions, cabins are always private outside cabins with windows and private facilities.
  
• Deluxe Hotels as per itinerary with tax, breakfast daily as per itinerary.
  
  
• Sightseeing with private professional guide and entrance fees as indicated
  
• Meals as indicated, with pre-set menu (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
  
• Lonely Planet guidebook to Jordan , Turkey and Egypt
  
• Jordanian departure tax.
  
  
• Domestic air fare within Egypt in business class with tax
  

• Egyptian & Jordanian visa fee (valid for American, Australian , NZ, EU , Canadian, Mexican & Japanese citizens. Passports must be valid for at least 6 month upon arrival).

Not included:

• Personal expenses and beverages .

• Air fare from / to your home country .
  
• Gratuities
  
• Additional meals, drinks and services
  
• Visa fee for Turkey : Pay in cash upon arrival or from the nearest consulate. Due to tight security at the Airport in Istanbul, the local reps are not able to meet guests inside the security zone to help with the visa , that's why you need to secure the visa upon arrival in Istanbul or from any Turkish Consulate.
  
• Trip interruption and cancellation insurance

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