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Small Group Tour to Egypt

March 3 - 11, 2020
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Experience the top sights of the fascinating country of Egypt with a custom tour and certified Egyptologist as your personal guide. Step back in time in Cairo, sail down the Nile on a luxury river cruise from Aswan to Luxor and visit the Mediterranean splendour of Alexandria. The sights, sounds and food of the region are spectacular. Come along on this bucket list adventure.
Itinerary

Day 1 - March 3

Arrival at Cairo International Airport
The tour representative will meet the group and assist with VISA formalities and luggage pick up
Transfer to Hilton Ramses for check in
Overnight at Hilton Ramses
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Hilton Ramses on the Nile
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Hilton Ramses
Day 2 - March 4
Tour guide will pick up from the hotel for tours to the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Sakkara Step Pyramid
Authentic lunch in between tours
Overnight at Hilton Ramses
(Breakfast, Lunch)
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Giza Pyramid
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Sphinx
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Sakkara Step Pyramid
Day 3 - March 5
Tour guide will pick up from the hotel for tours to the Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo (Hanging Church & Ben Ezra Synagogue), the Citadel of Saladin to visit Mohammed Ali’s Mosque and then on to Garbage City and the Cave Church
Authentic lunch in between tours
Overnight at Hilton Ramses
(Breakfast, Lunch)
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Egyptian Museum
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Mohammed Ali's Mosque
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Cave Church
Day 4 - March 6
Driver will pick up from the hotel and transfer to Cairo Airport for a flight to Abu Simbel (connecting through Aswan)
Airport assistance and transfer to the Abu Simbel Temple Complex
Guide will provide a tour around both the Grand and Small Temples and then there will be time to explore inside
Transfer from Abu Simbel Temple Complex to the Abu Simbel airport for your flight to Aswan
Transfer from airport to the MS Hamees Cruise Ship for check in
Overnight on Hamees Cruise
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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Abu Simbel - Grand Temple
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Inside Abu Simbel
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Inside Abu Simbel
Day 5 - March 7
Tour guide will pick up from the ship for tours to visit the sights of Aswan including The High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple (by motor boat)
Return to ship for lunch and free time
Afternoon sail to Komombo - Upon arrival there will be a walking tour of the temple
Overnight on Hamees Cruise
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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The High Dam
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Philae Temple
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Komombo
Day 6 - March 8
Tour guide will pick up from the ship for Horse and buggy ride to visit the Edfu Temple
Return to the ship for lunch and free time
Afternoon sail to Luxor – Upon arrival the tour guide will pick up from the ship for walking tours of Karnak and Luxor Temples
Overnight on Hamees Cruise
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Edfu Temple
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Karnak
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Luxor
Day 7 - March 9
Early morning hot air balloon (OPTIONAL $)
Tour guide will conduct tours of the West Bank in the early morning including Valley of the Kings, Hatsheput Temple and Colossi of Memnon
Pick up to go to the Luxor airport for an evening flight to Alexandria via Cairo
Driver will pick up from the airport and transfer to Metropole Hotel
Overnight at Metropole Hotel
(Breakfast, Lunch)
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Hot Air Balloon over Valley of the Kings
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Inside Kings Tombs
Day 8 - March 10
Tour guide will pick up from the hotel to visit the National Museum, Catacombs and Qaitbay Citadel with authentic lunch in between tours
Overnight at Metropole Hotel
(Breakfast, Lunch)
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Alexandria
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Catacombs
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Qaitbay Citadel
Day 9 - March 11
Tour guide will pick up from hotel to visit the Amphitheatre, The Library and the Royal Gardens (El-Montaza)
Authentic lunch after tours
After lunch the group will drive back to Cairo for International flight departure - evening departure
(Breakfast, Lunch)
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Amphitheatre
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Alexandria Library
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Royal Gardens

This package includes:
  • Meet and Assist in all airports
  • Domestic economy flight tickets for:
    • Cairo – Abu Simbel on Day 4
    • Abu Simbel – Aswan on Day 4
    • Luxor – Cairo – Alexandria on Day 7
  • Airport transfers and tour transportation in an air-conditioned bus
  • Accommodation based on double rooms at the following:
    • Ramses Hilton – Executive Nile Room for 3 nights
    • MS Hamees Nile Luxury Cruise Ship (or similar) for 3 nights
    • Metropole Hotel for 2 nights
  • 8 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 3 Dinners
  • English speaking guide – certified Egyptologist
  • Entrance fees for all sights
  • Water during the tours
  • Taxes and gratuities for drivers, guide, porters, hotel staff, etc

This package excludes:
  • International flight to and from Cairo
  • Meals not indicated on the itinerary
  • Beverages during meals and tours
  • Optional tours

Price: $2995.00 USD per person based on double or triple occupancy
Single supplement: $650.00 USD 
Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride: $100.00 USD per person

If you choose to pay by e-transfer save $100.00 per person

Deposit is 50% upon registration with the balance due 90 days prior to departure. 

This tour requires a minimum number of 6 passengers.
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Cancellation Policy:
90 days or more before the departure date is 25%.
Within 60 days of departure is 50%.
Within 30 days of departure is 100% non-refundable.

Proof of medical insurance is required to participate on this group tour.

Policy options are available for Premium Protection, All-Inclusive insurance, Non-Medical insurance, Cancellation and Interruption insurance and Medical insurance. Prices vary depending on the package and age. Please request a quotation.

Call 416-697-6193 for additional information.

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