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Come to Egypt and enjoy your honeymoon or Anniversary cruise
Add
a private tour of Her Majesty Queen Nefertari's Tomb - The Best Preserved
in all of Egypt
DAY
1 - CAIRO - Thursday - Weekly in Cairo
, year round - VIP Meet & Greet Service at Cairo
Airport Upon Arrival.
Our
local representative greets you at the airport and whisks you to your
hotel . Visa
fee is included and will be issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport for
: Australian, NZ, American, EU , Canadian & Japanese citizens. You
are responsible for having your passport in order valid at least for
6 month beyond the date of your arrival in Cairo.
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 your name .
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
2 - CAIRO - Friday (BL)
On your first full day in Egypt we show you the Egyptian Museum including
the " Mummies Room" ,
Lunch is included at a charming local restaurant: Naguib Mahfouz or
one of the restaurant at Hadaik El-Azhar, on to the Citadel of Saladin,
and Mohammed Ali Mosque, made of alabaster. Conclude your tour
with a walking tour of Khan El - Khalili Bazaar district.
A complimentary 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 ! 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 a quiet evening with your travel companions, by letting us know
your preferences.
Day 3 - Saturday - Cairo to Luxor- Board Your
Deluxe Air-Conditioned Dahabiya (BLD)
Very
early morning breakfast and transfer to Cairo Airport. Flight is included
in our rate, in economy class , tax included . Morning arrival at Luxor
Airport where our local rep. will be meeting you with a sign , and
escort you to your
deluxe air conditioned Nile cruise dahabiya. Board Luxor ( or
Aswan ) .
Embarkation in Luxor for a relaxing week sailing the Nile on a luxuriously
appointed Dahabiya. After lunch, excursion to the West Bank for visits
to the burial places of the Pharaohs - the Valley of the Kings - where
Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamen in 1922. Continue to
the adjacent Valley of the Queens to tour Queen Hatshepsut's unique
terraced temple and the Colossi of Memnon.
Overnight
moored on the Nile banks of Luxor. Sample Deluxe Dahabiya :
Luxury Sonesta Dahabiya , Luxury Armonia Dahabiya or similar
Day
4- Sunday - Luxor - On board your Dahabiya Yacht Nile Cruise (BLD)
You will visit the magnificent temple complex of Amon-Ra at Karnak,
with its vast hypostyle hall of 137 columns, followed by the imposing
28 th Dynasty Luxor Temple .
Our
Tour includes as well : Medinet Habu , the Ramesseum and Deir El Medinah,
the first known "Workers Village" these were the true creative
heroes who built the temples and tombs for the mighty Pharaohs of the
Nile Kingdom.
Deir
El Medinah is on Luxor's west bank you 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. Overnight moored in Luxor. In the evening
your guide will call on you for a horse-drawn carriage ride throughout
Luxor and the water front. Add
a private tour of Her Majesty Queen Nefertari's Tomb - The Best Preserved
in all of Egypt .
Day
5- Monday - Luxor to Esna - On board your Yacht Nile
Cruise (BLD)
Today will be a leisurely day. After breakfast, commence sailing to
Esna where your Dahabiya will moor . This evening you
may wish to enjoy dinner in Egyptian style, dressed in galabias (
A Galabia will be delivered to your cabin with our compliments),
the galabia is the flowing national costume. While you are on board
the cruise, afternoon tea will be served daily on deck.
Day
6- Tuesday - Edfu - On board your Yacht Nile Cruise
(BLD)
This morning you will sail to Edfu to visit the wonderfully preserved
Temple of Edfu.
Overnight on board as we will look for an island in the middle of the
Nile where we moor.
Day
7- Wednesday - Kom Ombo - On board your Yacht Nile
Cruise (BLD)
Today you will sail to Kom Ombo visit see the Ptolemaic temple dedicated
to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, god of the morning
sun. Overnight moored beside a Nile island.
Day
8- Thursday - Aswan - On board your Yacht Nile Cruise
(BLD)
A leisurely day sailing to Aswan where the dahabiya moors overnight.
In the evening you 'll enjoy Sound and Light show at Philae Temple.
Day
9- Friday - Aswan - Philae Temple - Isis All that Has
Been :
On board your Yacht Nile Cruise (BLD)
Today you will visit the Aswan High Dam (completed in 1971); the Old
Dam (completed in 1902) and the ' unfinished obelisk', lying in situ
since the days of the Pharaohs. You will also visit the Philae Temple,
dedicated to the goddess Isis, a structure rescued from the rising waters
of Lake Nasser at the time of the High Dam's construction :
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!
In
the afternoon we'll have the opportunity to experience Egypt at its
most authentic, as we sail the Nile in a graceful Felucca, the age-old
sailing vessel of the river to visit Elephantine Island and
the Botanical Garden . In
the evening our local guide will call on you once again for a horse-drawn
carriage ride throughout Aswan and the local souks.
Day
10- Saturday - Aswan - Abu Simbel - Fly back to Cairo- (Breakfast
and lunch box )
Breakfast aboard the dahabiya and check-out.
We
bid farewell to the crew, we switch transportation modes and head for
Aswan Airport and your flight back to Abu Simbel .
Breakfast aboard the dahabiya and check-out.
Fly over Lake Nasser, watching the sky lighten
and the sacred sun rise above the horizon. We reach the great temples
where your " Private guide",
Private driver and Private air-conditioned vehicle await
you .
In the larger temple, 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 , admiring their ancient aura and artistry, after
which retire to a comfortable hotel for our lunch , and refreshments.
Just as planeloads of visitors arrive to throng the temples we head
for Abu Simbel Airport and fly back to Cairo
, air fare is always included in economy class with all taxes . In Cairo
, we 'll assist of course with your transfer to your hotel
. If
you prefer to spend the night in Abu Simbel , please
click here.
Day
11- Sunday - Cairo (BL)
Today we drive to the edge of the Sahara and Giza : Tour includes the
Sphinx , the Pyramids of Giza, complimentary short Camel ride
is included, to allow you a photo opp with the Pyramids in the background,
time is limited , so please do not go for what the camel driver tries
to convince you , i.e. go for a long ride around the Pyramids . Lunch
is included at the
Mena House , in the afternoon we press on to Memphis , Sakkara, touring
the Serapeum , the Nobles Tombs, the small yet charming Imhotep Museum
and the Step Pyramid. We return to your hotel late afternoon.
DAY 12 - CAIRO/ Departure - Monday (B)
After breakfast , our representative escorts you to the airport for
your homeward flight. Bon Voyage
Please
click here for the
Dahabiya Photo Gallery
. Sample Deck plan for some of the Dahabbiya's
. All are available for private charter . Add
Alexandria .
Compare with the Ultra Deluxe Version based on Four Seasons or Mena
House Palace Section
. There
is no triple occupancy cabins
. Add a foray into
Dendera and Abydos .
Rate
Includes:
- Dahabiya
Sailing in one of the categories listed as per your choice:
Ultra Deluxe: Sonesta
Dahabiya Yacht Nile Cruise with all meals on board as listed ,
( or similar ultra deluxe dahabiyas based on availability at the
time of booking ) .
Deluxe : Rihana Dahabiya, Yasmina or Haya Dahabiya.
- Dahabiya
Nile cruise shore excursions with all the guided sightseeing including
all entrance fees, all as per itinerary .
- Private
Egyptologist and private car/driver for Cairo and Abu Simbel tours
as listed including all entrance fees .
- All
meals on board the DELUXE Felucca / Yacht / Dahabiya Nile cruise
: Pre set meals as listed including B =
Breakfast, (or cB, Continental Breakfast),
L = Lunch, D = Dinner.
- Tea/
coffee and afternoon tea while on board the Deluxe Nile Cruise.
- All
airfares within Egypt in "Y" class including tax as
listed .
-
Private air conditioned vehicle and private chauffeur for all
transfers within Egypt.
- Hotel
accommodation with tax & service charges.
-
Accommodation in a private cabin : Double or single on board The
Dahabiya /Yacht Nile Cruise .
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Visa
fee is included and will be issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport
for a limited number of nationalities such as : Australian,
NZ, American, EU , Canadian , Mexican, South African & Japanese
citizens. You are responsible for having your passport in order
valid at least for 6 month beyond the date of your arrival in
Cairo.
-
VIP
Meet & Greet Service at Cairo Airport Upon Arrival.
Category
A :
Suite Accommodation On Board Your Luxury Dahabiya : Sonesta
Dahabiya or similar
Private Guide - Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle - Private
Chauffeur for all the Cruise Shore Excursions.
The Four Seasons Hotel - Nile View room .
Flying Business Class within Egypt:
( Aswan -Abu Simbel flights ( plane configuration) are only
in economy class ) .
Rates are per person in USD $
Rate per person in double : $ 16,660.
Rate per person in single : $ 25,750.
No Triple Occupancy
Peak
Season : Easter ( 2 weeks ) , Christmas
and New Year ( 2weeks) :
Please add % 20 to any of the listed rates
Upgrade
to the Suite with your own private Terrace
Category
B :
Ultra Deluxe Dahabiya:
The
Four Seasons Hotel - Nile View room . Flying Business
Class within Egypt.
Sonesta
Dahabiya , Armonia Dahabiya or similar
Rates are per person in USD $
Rate per person in double : $ 6,500.
Rate per person in single : $ 8,630.
No Triple Occupancy
Peak
Season : Easter ( 2 weeks ) , Christmas
and New Year ( 2weeks) :
Please add % 20 to any of the listed rates
Category
C :
Ultra Deluxe Dahabiya:
Cairo
Hotels : Cairo Marriott , Cairo Conrad , Intercontinental Hotels
in Cairo or similar
Sonesta Dahabiya , Armonia Dahabiya or similar
Rates are per person in USD $
Rate per person in double : $ 4745.
Rate per person in single : $ 6950.
No Triple Occupancy
Peak Season : Easter season ( 2 weeks ) , Christmas and
New Year season ( 2weeks) :
Please add : % 20 to the listed rates
.
Rate
Does Not Includes:
- Tips.
- Travel
Insurance
- International
air fare from / to your home country .
Add
a Foray into Petra and Jordan
Come to Egypt and enjoy your honeymoon or Anniversary cruise
on the Ultra Deluxe Sonesta Dahabiya
Our
tour includes special and private access to Seti I ’s tomb,
the largest and most exquisitely decorated of the 62 sepulchers in
the Valley of the Kings. Although famous for being the father of Ramses
II, Seti I was considered a great leader during his 11 year rein,
known for his military achievements and cultivation of the arts. Despite
Seti I’s short life, his tomb is the most completely decorated,
preserved and finished in the valley. Every inch of the passageways
and chambers in the 446 foot long tomb are not just painted, but are
also fully decorated with highly refined bas-relief. The quality and
extensiveness of the design set the standard for all the Pharaohs
that came after.
The
discovery of this spectacularly preserved tomb in 1817 by the circus
strongman-turned-Egyptologist, Giovanni Battista Belzoni, made headlines
that ignited Egypt-mania throughout Europe. Excitement for Seti I’s
tomb struck again in 2007 when further excavation by Egyptian antiquities
chief at the time , Dr. Zahi Hawass found a 570 foot passageway descending
from the tomb. Entering into Seti I’s tomb, we will capture
the spirit of discovery of these archeologists as we explore one of
Egypt’s most treasured and rare experiences.
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Reviews: What other guests say about our services :
Adrian and Melina
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Original Message --------
From: "Adrian"
Sent: Monday, September 24, 2:04 PM
To: omar@travelinstyle.com,
Subject: We're Back!
We just wanted to let you know we made it back home after our
weeklong detour through Italy. Athens was fantastic. The tours
were very good, and short of heading out to the islands, I can't
think of a single thing we would have rather done while there.
Although we had an excellent time in Athens, Egypt was by far
the highlight of our entire trip, including Italy. We just can't
say enough
about Ahmed, Isis, Ashraf, and all our drivers. We simply could
not have done the trip without their help. Ahmed was very professional,
courteous, and helpful, and always went out of his way to make
sure we were where we needed to be at the right time. Our Egyptologist
guides, Isis and Ashraf, were both very knowledgeable and made
our visit so much better with their endless supply of information.
We wore out both days long before they did. We will definitely
try to come back to Egypt when we have more time to spend.
Thank you so much for arranging the trip, allowing us to customize
what we needed to, and putting us in touch with such good people.
And please find attached pictures of us enjoying a camel ride.
:-)
Adrian & Melina
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