Elegance of the Nile (201213)
A 14-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $4,365
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| Starting Price: | $4,365 |  |
| Tour Length: | 14 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Egypt | |
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Cities Visited: Tour Pace: With seven nights on board the MS River Tosca you have plenty of time to immerse yourself in the daily hubbub of the towns and cities, haggle with the hawkers and traders, and bear witness to the fascinating historic sites before returning to the sophistication and tranquility of your luxury Nile cruise. Hotels & Cruise: The Conrad Cairo offers sophisticated luxury for guests. Relax in your comfortable guest room and marvel at breathtaking views of the Nile from the private balcony, unwind in the seating area or rejuvenate your senses in the luxury bathroom with separate bathtub and walk-in shower.Built in 1886 on the Nile banks in a tropical garden, the 5 star Winter Palace, is one of the most famous hotels in Egypt, having hosted royalty and celebrities throughout the years. It is located in the city centre just minutes from Luxor Temple.Aboard your cruise ship, experience old world elegance and sophistication, blended in perfect harmony with modern amenities and comforts. |
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12 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 7 hot and cold buffet lunches of typical Egyptian and Western fare (L) 5 three course evening meals while cruising (D)Enjoy two fun-filled Egyptian dinners and galabeya parties with entertainment (HD)Enjoy high tea in colonial English style as the sun sets in Aswan.
YOUR INCLUSIVE GOLD SERVICES
Escorted by your own personal Egyptologist, a professional and experienced Insight Tour Director.Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours.Scheduled flights between Cairo/Luxor.Air-conditioned coach for sightseeing and excursions.Insight Traveller Welcome packArrival and departure transfers.
Board your overnight flight (not included).
Day 2: CAIRO AT LEISURE
Welcome to Egypt - a mystical and timeless land, where ancient and modern live side by side. On arrival in Cairo, you are met at the airport and transferred to your elegant hotel
Day 3: CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
After meeting your Insight Egyptologist, visit the Mohammed Ali mosque and enjoy views over Cairo from the Citadel. Now put your bargaining skills to the test at the Khan El Khalili bazaar. Continue to Tahrir Square, focal point of the 2011 Egyptian Revolution and visit to the Egyptian Museum, housing Tutankhamun’s priceless treasure.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4: CAIRO – LUXOR – JOIN CRUISE
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Walk spellbound through the avenue of sphinxes of Karnak Temple into the vast Hypostyle Hall. Now board your luxury cruise ship, one of the most stylish and spacious in Egypt. Overnight on-board in Dendera . Ship: Ms Tosca(Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Day 5: Day 10 - ABOARD THE RIVER TOSCA
Watch ancient Egypt unfold before your very eyes from the luxury of your deluxe river cruise. During your time on board, enjoy included shore excursions to visit the temple complexes of Edfu, Kom Ombo and Luxor Temple. There are also two sightseeing excursions by coach; the West Bank at Luxor which includes a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut and entry into three of the Pharaohs’ tombs in the Valley of the Kings. In Aswan your excursion includes a motorboat to the Philae Island temple complex, visits to the High Dam and unfinished obelisk in the granite quarries, plus a sail in a traditional Nile felucca. While cruising breakfast, lunch and dinner (BB,L,D) are served daily and on two nights you get to celebrate Egyptian style at a galabeya party and dinner. (HD) Other entertainment includes two typical Nubian folkloric shows with live music.
Day 11: LUXOR
Check into your famous hotel built to attract the nobility of Europe. Over the years it has been home to Howard Carter, Jane Fonda, King Farouk as well as many other crown princes and princesses. The afternoon is at leisure.(Buffet Brekfast)
Day 12: LUXOR – CAIRO
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to your stylish hotel in Cairo.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 13: CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
Start the day with the Pyramids at Giza and their guardian Sphinx! Your guided tour includes entry into one of the Pyramids. Next on to nearby Memphis, capital of ancient Egypt. See the Step Pyramid of King Zoser in Sakkara, the oldest in the world, dating back to 2700 BC. Finish off by visiting the colossal statue of Rameses II and Alabaster Sphinx. Later, drive to the Pyramids to witness the magical Sound and Light Show which literally illuminates the ancient history of Giza.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 14: RETURN TO USA
The tour ends with transfers to Cairo Airport.(Buffet Breakfast)
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5/18/2012 - 5/31/2012 |
$4,365 |
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5/25/2012 - 6/7/2012 |
$4,365 |
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8/31/2012 - 9/13/2012 |
$4,365 |
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9/7/2012 - 9/20/2012 |
$4,365 |
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9/14/2012 - 9/27/2012 |
$4,365 |
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9/21/2012 - 10/4/2012 |
$4,499 |
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9/28/2012 - 10/11/2012 |
$4,599 |
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10/5/2012 - 10/18/2012 |
$4,625 |
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10/12/2012 - 10/25/2012 |
$4,625 |
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10/19/2012 - 11/1/2012 |
$4,625 |
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10/26/2012 - 11/8/2012 |
$4,685 |
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Cairo: Visit Mohammed Ali Mosque; Visit the Khan El Khalili bazaar; Visit Tahrir Square and Egyptian Museum; Guided tour of the Pyramids; See the huge Rameses statue in Memphis, See the step pyramid of Zozer. Sound and Light show at the Pyramids.Dendara: Visit the Temple of HathorLuxor: Visit the Temple of Luxor; See the Colossi of Memnon; Visit the tomb of Queen Hatshepsut; Enter some of Pharaohs’ tombs in the Valley of the Kings; Visit Karnak.Kom Ombo: Visit the temple.Edfu: Visit the temple.Aswan: Visit the Aswan High Dam, granite quarries and unfinished obelisk; Take a motorboat to the Philae Island temples; Sail in a felucca; Enjoy two onboard Nubian shows
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Terms and Conditions: Price is in American dollars and is per person, land only, based on double occupancy. For new bookings only made after March 31, 2012 on departures listed above for 2012 travel. Subject to availability. Excludes Early Payment Discount and any other promotional offer. Please note if the booking is made within 45 days from the departure date full Payment will be due at the time of booking. No bookings may be made after June 26th, 2012. Other conditions apply.
SAVE Up To $700 On 2012 Insight Europe Tours
SAVE UP TO $700 ON 2012 INSIGHT EUROPE TOURS
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LAND-ONLY DEPARTURE: Save up to $500 per couple on Insight Gold, and $300 per couple on Premium Europe tours.
BOOKING WINDOW: March 31st - June 28th, 2012
TRAVEL WINDOW: April 15th - October 25th, 2012
Terms and Conditions: Booking and full payment for entire vacation package must be made by June 28, 2012. Offer is valid for new bookings made from March 31, 2012 through June 28, 2012. Travel must begin between April 15, 2012 and October 25, 2012. Offers valid on any airline. Offers not valid to Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Jordan, Israel, Select Choices, or any tours with train and tours with cruise. Save $700 ($350pp) offer valid only on air-inclusive Insight Gold Europe tours; Save $500 ($250pp) air offer valid only on air-inclusive Premium Europe tours. Normal name change policy applies. Fuel surcharges, taxes and fees are included in quoted rate. Once payment is received, air tickets are non-refundable. Save $500 ($250pp) land offer valid on land-only Insight Gold departures; Save $300 ($150pp) land offer valid on land-only Premium Europe departures only. Offers are combinable with brochure discounts found in our 2012 Premium Europe & Britain brochures except Early Payment Discounts. Offers are not combinable with Hot Deals or each other. Offers may be withdrawn at any time and are subject to availability. Valid for new Scheduled Group bookings subject to promo payment conditions are met. Please call for details. CST No. 20687545-20
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BOOKING WINDOW: April 16, 2012 - July 12, 2012
TRAVEL WINDOW: November 1, 2012 - March 31, 2013
Terms and Conditions: $300 per couple savings ($150 per person) valid when booking and deposit (plus applicable insurance) for vacation package is made by July 12, 2012. Offer valid for new bookings made on Winter Europe brochure vacations from April 16, 2012 through July 12, 2012. Travel must begin between November 1, 2012 and March 31, 2013. Offer not valid to Greece, Egypt, Turkey, Jordan, Israel, Select Choices, and tours with cruise inclusions. Promotion is combinable with brochure discounts found in Insight Vacations’ 2012/13 Winter Europe brochure except Early Payment Discounts. Offer may be withdrawn at any time and subject to availability. Valid for new Scheduled Group bookings subject to promo payment conditions being met. Offer ends July 12, 2012. Please call for details. CST No. 20687545-20
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