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Itinerary - NILE CRUISE, CAIRO & SHARM EL SHEIKHULTIMATE EGYPT7 NIGHT NILE CRUISE (FB) + 1 NIGHT CAIRO (BB) + 5 NIGHTS SHARM EL SHEIKH (BB). Day 1 Fly from Gatwick to Luxor and upon arrival transfer to your chosen Nile cruise for seven nights. Day 2 An early morning start crossing over to the West Bank of the Nile to visit The Valley of the Kings, (for an extra charge you can visit the Tomb of Tutanhkhamun, see your guide for more details), Hatshepsut's Temple, the Valley of the Queens and Colossi of Memnon. (This whole morning tour takes approximately 5 hours.) On arrival back at the boat, a buffet lunch will be served and the boat will sail for Esna. The afternoon can spent relaxing on the sundeck while watching the varied local life on the river and its banks. Afternoon tea will be served on the sun deck. After Dinner, there's a small informal cocktail party where the management of the boat is introduced to everyone. At some stage during the evening the boat will pass through the lock at Esna then dock overnight in Edfu 3-4 hours later. Day 3 Wake up at leisure and after breakfast, visit the Temple of Edfu. Afterwards, there is time to roam the local market where you will be able to prepare for this evening's Galabeya Party. Back on board the boat lunch will be served as the boat sails to Aswan. This wonderful journey takes approximately 10 hours and gives you chance to take a dip in the plunge pool, read a book or simply to enjoy the view. In the evening there will be a Galabeya party, where everyone dresses up in traditional Egyptian costumes for dinner and the party games. Late that night the boat will dock in Aswan for a stay of two nights. Day 4 Morning visit to the High Dam, the Old Granite Quarries, the Unfinished Obelisk and then by boat to the Temple of Philae. In the afternoon sail by felucca around Kitchener's Island and its Botanical Gardens. After dinner, tonight's entertainment will be an Egyptian style 'Treasure Hunt'. Day 5 Today can be spent either at leisure or on optional excursions. The most popular excursion is to the Temple of Abu Simbel which is available by coach (approx £65) or by air (approx £130). In the afternoon an optional excursion to a Nubian Village via camel or boat can be arranged. In the late afternoon the boat will sail to Kom Ombo and a visit to the Ptolemic Temple usually takes place that evening. Dinner, evening entertainment and overnight on board. Day 6 The day is spent at leisure as the boat heads to Luxor arriving later that evening. After dinner, enjoy the delights of a traditional Belly Dancer. Day 7 The day can begin with an optional Hot Air Balloon trip giving you a bird’s eye view of the magnificent wonders of the West Bank and the surrounding countryside (approx cost for a 45 minute flight is £70 per person this trip can also be taken on Day 8). Afterwards join a morning visit to Temple of Karnak, the papyrus museum and the traditional perfume shops of Luxor. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Luxor, afterwards there is ample opportunity to explore the markets of Luxor for souvenirs and gifts. That evening there is an optional excursion to the Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple. Day 8 Transfer to the airport for the short flight to Cairo. Overnight stay and time to explore this fascinating bustling city. Take an optional excursion to the Pyramids or see the marvellous treasures in the Egyptian Museum or simply spend time at leisure exploring this vibrant capital city. Day 9 Transfer to the airport for the short flight to Sharm El Sheikh. On arrival transfer to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh for a stay of 5 nights Days 10-13 Time to relax and enjoy the many facilities this resort has to offer. For the adventurous why not take a trip on a desert safari or experience the rich underwater world by snorkelling or learning to dive. Whether its watersports or sunbathing this lovely cosmopolitan resort has something for everyone. Day 14 Morning at leisure. Transfer late afternoon for your return flight back to the UK. |
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