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Egyptian
Oasis Adventure
A Grand 16-Day Tour of the Egyptian Sahar and Oases
El Bahariya , El Farafra Oases and even a cruise in Nubia on Lake Nasser
We have even included all the tips

Here
are all the splendors of Egypt, from the magnificence of the pharaohs
to the glory of Western Sahara, The White Desert , El Bahariya &
El Farafra Oases. This itinerary includes a Nile
cruise, of course, plus the attractions that most visitors miss.
DAY 1 - CAIRO - -Weekly - Year Round
On
arrival, our local rep. will escort you to your comfortable hotel. Our
local representative greets you at the airport and whisks you to your
hotel. Visa may be issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport for a limited
number of citizens such as : American, EU , Canadian , EU Singaporean
and Japanese citizens. For Americans , please pay the $ 15 USD fee in
cash upon arrival . You are responsible for having your passport in
order valid at least for 6 month beyond the date of your arrival in
Cairo. Our local rep. meets with a sign that carries your name you after
you clear the passport and customs formalities .
After exiting the terminal, our local representative will escort you
(private vehicle) to the hotel
.
DAY
2 - CAIRO- Tuesday (BLD)
Today you'll explore the wonders of the Egyptian Museum, with its treasures
of the ancient pharaohs: mummies, statuary, and precious stones and
metals. Travellers have long come to Cairo just to gaze on these sights,
but your day includes much more. You'll see the Solar Boat Museum, and
in Giza, on the edge of the desert, you'll view the mysterious Sphinx
and the Pyramids. In the evening we return to Giza for the Sound and
Light Show ( Bring a jacket or light sweater ). Dinner is included back
at your hotel.
DAY
3 - CAIRO El Bahariya Oases- Valley of the Golden Mummies - Wednesday
(BLD)
Early morning departure before sunrise to be able to watch the sunrise
over the Sahara.
We board a private air conditioned coach or four wheel vehicle ( depending
on the number of guests ) and proceed west on the Sahara Highway, (
180 Kilometers from Cairo to El Bahariya), visiting Qaser Sleim , Alexander
Tomb & Museum of Golden Mummies . Lunch & Dinner at the hotel
: Beshimo Lodge Evening Bedouin folk show.

DAY
4 - El Farafra Oases ( White Desert ) - Thursday (BLD)
After a morning tour of El Bahariya we head for the White Desert ( 180
Kilometers) , on the way we'll stop ay Crystal Mountain to marvel at
the different Shapes of Lime Stones , arrive Farafra Oasis , where
we will camp for the night. ( In a tent) , dinner will be camp style.
This tour may not be suitable for families with children who may not
be used to camping, and the lack of hotel amenities. Guests must show
proof of insurance before embarking on any camping trip with us regardless
of the destination be it Moroccan Sahara, Tunisian Oases or the Egyptian
Western Desert or in Sinai. BBQ dinner at the White Desert.
If
you prefer to stay at a hotel then we 'll return back to El Farafra
Oases and : Badawiya Hotel
DAY
5 - CAIRO - Friday (BD)
Early morning camp style breakfast before sunrise, drive back to Cairo
( 380 Kilometers).
Remainder of the day at leisure .Evening
buffet dinner at Zeitouni restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel in Cairo
. Zeitouni . Authentic
Lebanese flavours come alive in Zeitouni, 24 hours a day. An extensive
buffet display situated in front of the restaurant's open kitchen offers
breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests enjoy premier views of the Nile
from large picture windows. Secluded alcoves, featuring contemporary
wood décor, provide a more intimate dining alternative .Specialties
: Guests enjoy a wide range of authentic Lebanese specialties such as
breads, mezzes and grilled dishes, prepared by a team of gourmet Lebanese
chefs.
DAY
6 - Medieval CAIRO - Saturday (BLD)
Today, we'll get to know more of Cairo, both historic and contemporary.
We'll set off for Khan el-Khalili, the labyrinthine bazaar district
with its array of spice shops and clothing merchants and purveyors of
baskets and brass ware and a thousand other specialties. We'll also
stop at the Citadel of Saladin , the Alabaster Mosque, Sultan Hassan
Great Mosque, a true master piece. The afternoon is devoted to seeing
more of Islamic Cairo's sights: Ibn Touloun Mosque, City of the dead
with it's architectural treasures from Medieval Cairo & more contemporary
Ottoman Times, Including Khedive's tombs & Qait Bey . Evening dinner
and folk show
DAY
7 - Aswan - Sunday (BLD)
After an early breakfast, we drive to the airport for the flight to
Aswan,
where we tour the Nubian Museum , then on to tour
he awesome Aswan dams, and next an ancient granite quarry complete
with an unfinished obelisk. Then we go by motor launch to the island
temples 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!
Then
to really immerse yourself, try your hand at a complimentary camel riding!
We'll take willing passengers on a traditional caravan to enjoy tea
with Nubian villagers. Only Travel In Style affords this unique opportunity
to meet & interact with local Nubians. We are proud to offer this
insight into the Nubian way of life.
We spend the night in your hotel in Aswan : Sample : Deluxe : Aswan
Movenpick, Isis Island or similar. First : Basma or similar
DAY
8 - Abu Simbel / NUBIAN CRUISE
- Monday (BLD)
After breakfast, we either drive to the airport for the flight to Abu
Simbel or drive to board your cruise in Aswan to board our lake Nasser
cruiser. Complimentary welcome fruit basket in ear cabin. After lunch
aboard, we head for Abu Simbel. Arriving at the great temple, we have
time to explore its colossal facade and surroundings before enjoying
a welcome cocktail on board followed by dinner and spectacular sound-and
light show with the temple as our backdrop.
Lake Nasser, Egypt's great man-made inland sea formed by the
waters held behind the Aswan High Dam. On board the cruise you'll
have time to relax on deck, take a dip in the pool, read up on Egyptian
history, and get to know your fellow travelers.
DAY
9 - LAKE NASSER CRUISING /
Kasr Ibrim - Tuesday (BLD)
For guests that may enjoy the sunrises over the mighty temples of
Ramses the Great may wish to get up early today to enjoy the extraordinary
vision of the temple of Abu Simbel at dawn, when the sacred sunlight
penetrates deep into its holy of holies as its architect intended. The
morning sun bathes the ruddy stone in golden light, providing perfect
conditions for photography.
As
the sun brightens the lake shore we enjoy lunch as we sail to Kasr Ibrim
. One of the very few Nubian sites that are yet in their original location.
We gaze at the citadel of Kasr Ibrim, a once-mighty fortress which time
and weather have rendered fragile, the only structure of its kind still
extant in Nubia. We learn about the history of Nubia and this fortress,
from the comfort of the sun-deck, to protect the site, we are not allowed
to enter, yet you 'll have a fantastic view, we dock at Kasr Ibrim for
the night.
DAY
10 - WADI EL SEBOUA, DAKKA - AMADA Wednesday (BLD)
Our first port of call is at Amada Temple and the tomb of Penout,
the powerful viceroy of Nubia, one of ancient Egypt's richest regions.
Known as the "Land of Gold," Nubia was famous for the stream
of gold, ivory, precious stones and minerals which made their way from
Africa to Egypt via the Nubian Nile.
After lunch we proceed to the Temple of Wadi el Seboua, dedicated
by the mighty Ramses the Great to two of ancient Egypt's most powerful
gods. Our next stop is Dakka Temple dedicated to God Thot of divine
wisdom, lord of time and science, on to Aswan

DAY
11 - Aswan -Tropic of Cancer - Thursday (BLD)
Celebrate
the crossing of of the Tropic of Cancer .
Morning visit to the Temple of Kalabsha, originally constructed
in Pharaonic style, but later remodeled in Greco-Roman style and dedicated
to the god Mandoulis. Next we visit Beit el Wali, a work of Pharaoh
Ramses the Great, followed by a stop at Kertassi Kiosk, dedicated
to the goddess Isis. We dine aboard our floating hotel.
DAY
12 - ASWAN / LUXOR - Friday (BD)
Disembarkation after breakfast . We fly to Luxor , ( all domestic
air fare is included in economy class , tax included ) and connect to
Luxor and your hotel. Deluxe : Sonesta St. George, Steinberger
Hotel or the Old Winter Palace.
First : Sofitel , Hilton Sheraton or similar , Afternoon
complimentary guided tour of the Luxor Museum.Then on to visit the
new & old "Qurna" or Gurnah" : In Ancient times as
well as in a more recent history, the locals populated the West
Bank and lived in series of villages near the tombs they built for their
kings and queens. The largest of these villages is Gurnah or Qurna ,
these villages continue to grow in population in spite of the damage
caused to the nearby tombs, the house are an example of the traditional
Egyptian rural homes, the houses are usually built of mud break mixed
with straw, the New Gurnah was designed by the famous Hassan Fathy ,
author of " Architecture for the Poor", we conclude the afternoon
by a visit to the nearby Nobles Tombs , can not guarantee which ones
will be open as they are rotated , but you may visit : tomb of Rekhmire
, Senoufer , or Ramose .
Evening
Sound & Light show at Karnak. Dinner is included at your hotel.
DAY 13 - Luxor- CAIRO, Saturday
(B)
In
the morning we check-out form your hotel.
We'll
set out across the Nile to view an array of ancient splendors: the tomb
chambers of the Valley of the Kings;including King Tut's tomb , on to
the imposing tomb-temple of Queen Hatshepsut in the Valley of the Queens
, stop at the Colossi of Memnon before we head back to the boat.
Picture
yourself on a camel in the fabled Valley of the Kings!

The Valley of the Kings and Deir El Bahari are essentials for anyone
visiting Luxor. And Travel in Style is one of the few companies that
includes King Tut’s tomb on every tour—without exception,
and without surprises. (Others leave it to you to make arrangements
and pay up on the spot at an additional charge to see this un-missable
attraction.)
And
now we also offer the experience of conveyance by camel!
You’ll
mount your caravan in the famous Valley of the Kings after your descent
to the Tomb of Tut, and with your select group of companions and skilled
drovers, proceed over the sand and rocks and hills, gently swaying in
the manner of desert travelers of long ago. Have no cares! These sure-footed
beasts have evolved to tackle this very terrain, and you’ll soon
relax into the rhythm of their gait, and the tranquility of another
era, as you regard the desert vistas of multi-hued hills and ancient
temples from a privileged perch and breathe the pure air.
You—or
your children—can choose to ride atop a horse, or even a donkey.
It’s entirely up to you to make it the most fun!
Your
caravan concludes after half an hour at the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
at Deir El-Bahari.
Of
course, it’s your choice to travel in the traditional desert manner,
or to continue in the air-conditioned vehicle that brought you to the
Valley. Should you decide to dismount early, your vehicle is always
at your disposition. You’ll want to give the caravan a try.
There’s
no additional charge for your royal caravan, only an additional measure
of fun ! Must
request this option at the time you book your reservation with us.
We
proceed to the airport , where we'll board a plane to fly northward
to Cairo. We'll be met at the airport, and your hotel
.
DAY
14 - Pharaonic Giza , Sunday (cBL)
Today we tour Memphis and Sakkara, including the Step Pyramid of Zoser
& Nobles tombs/Mastabas, The Serapeum, Unas, Pyramid of Teti and
key Mastabas.
In the afternoon the tour takes us to Dahshour, the pyramid field
south of Cairo:only-opened few years back after Sadat signed the peace
treaty with Israel, and the Army did let go of this strategically "important"
area.
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. We'll tour as well the famous
"Bent" Pyramid.
DAY
15 - CAIRO - Home Hosted Dinner - Monday (BL)
The Culture of Cairo
Today
we’ll explore deep into the heart of Cairo, and get to know its
daily rhythms, its spirituality, its history, and its modern diversions.
We’ll start early, with a visit to a local market, with an immense
variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables on offer, both familiar and
exotic.
You’ll
see that shopping in Cairo goes far beyond a supermarket experience.
Be prepared for whispers, gestures, shouting, and controlled chaos.
It’s all part of the bargaining process, engaged in by women in
traditional modest garb as well as others in Western dress.
Then
it’s on to The Blue Mosque , before we head to the Museum of Islamic
Art, with its tapestries, textiles, swords and other objects exemplifying
one of the world’s great decorative traditions. We’ll continue
to the Gayer-Anderson House, a serene and classic domestic oasis, right
down to its central fountain and exquisite furnishings. Our visit is
also a journey into a vanished way of life—the residence is actually
two traditional medieval Cairo houses restored by an English physician
to a former king. We’ll stop for lunch at a restaurant where Cairenes
go, then visit the Bab an-Nasr, the Gate of Victory in Cairo’s
old walls. You’ll even see graffiti that survives from soldiers
of Napoleon and of the British Empire, among the many who passed this
way.
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 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 a quiet evening with your travel companions, by letting us know
your preferences.
DAY
16 - RETURN HOME - Tuesday (B)
After breakfast, our Cairo staff will accompany you to the airport,
where you'll board your flight to start your journey home.
RATES per
person in US$
Start
Weekly in Cairo
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Deluxe |
First
Class |
| Triple |
US$
4001 |
US$
3651 |
| Double |
US$
4190 |
US$
3790 |
| Single |
US$
5203 |
US$
4638 |
Sample Deluxe Hotels ( Or similar)
( Oases hotels are not as deluxe
as the ones in Cairo Alexandria )
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| Cairo
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Grand Hyatt , Conrad, Inter.Continental, Marriott , Le Meridien
Pyramids
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| Luxor |
New Winter Palace , Le Meridien, Sheraton, Hilton.
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| Lake
Nasser Cruise |
Prince Abbas
Eugenie
Kasr Ibrim
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| Aswan |
Elephantine Island Aswan, New
Cataract.
Supplement applies for the Old Cataract.
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| Alexandria |
Sheraton , Palestine Montazah
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| Siwa |
Hilton Borg El Arab or Safari Paradise Siwa
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| El
Bahariya |
Beshimo hotel
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| El
Farafra |
Tent / Camping ( please click
for info on your camping experience
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Rate
includes:
- Domestic
air in Egypt as per itinerary, in economy class
- Sightseeing
with guide and entrance fees as indicated .
- Meals
as indicated, preset menu (B:Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner) .
- All
tips to porters, guides and drivers.
- All
ground transportation to and from airports and while touring overland
.
- Hotel
accommodations with tax .
- Cabin
on Lake Nasser cruise vessel, with all meals and shore Excursions.
Cruise embarkation is from Abu Simbel or Aswan.
Your
Nile Cruise will always Include
:
- Complimentary
welcome drink upon arrival on board the Cruise.
- Complimentary
welcome fruit basket on board the Cruise.
- Large
bottle of water ( per person ) delivered to you cabin daily while
you are on board the Cruise.
- Tea
or coffee an bottled water with each / every meal while you are on
board the Cruise.
Not
included:
- Trip
interruption and cancellation insurance .
-
Personal expenses
- Egyptian
Visa : please pay the $ 15 in cash upon arrival, no photos required
. Visa maybe issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport for a limited number
of citizens such as : American, EU , Canadian , EU Singaporean and
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.
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