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Donkey trek to Hatshepsut Temple

Nile Cruise - 2010/11 Itinerary

10 days - from $710

• Cruise the Nile Valley in our small, exclusive and informal riverboat
• Discover some of the most remarkable archaeological sites in the world
• A fascinating blend of old and new

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Great Antiquities
Cairo is a hectic city with plenty of atmosphere to interest the traveller, from the bustling bazaars to the skyline of mosques whose call to prayer rings out across the city. We'll visit the Pyramids and Sphinx and of course see the exquisite collection of artefacts in the Egyptian museum.


Aboard our Riverboat
Travelling along the Nile Valley by train, we reach Luxor - a town almost as ancient as time itself. Here we make a donkey trek to Hatshepsut Temple & the Valley of the Kings, then explore Karnak's colossal Temple of Amun. Aboard our private chartered Nile riverboat we absorb the traditional way of life along the river and stop to see the great temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo; dedicated to the crocodile god, Sobek.


Exploring Aswan
Arriving in Aswan, we can shop in the bazaar or take trips into the desert - perhaps visiting the famous rock-cut temple of Abu Simbel or joining a camel trek across the desert to the abandoned Monastery of St Simeon. Finally we return to Luxor.

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Itinerary:

Day 1 Join the tour in Cairo. Days 2/3 Cairo We visit the magnificent Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum; then a free day with options to take a trip to Saqqara or Cairo's Islamic sites before our overnight sleeper train to Luxor. Days 4/5 Karnak Staying aboard our Nile riverboat, we have two days to explore Luxor's treasures; possibly the richest concentration of archaeological wonders in the western world. We take a calesh to Karnak Temple and trek by donkey to Hatshepsut's Temple & visit the Valley of the Kings before setting sail to Edfu. Day 6 Nile Cruise Aboard our privately chartered Nile riverboat, we absorb the traditional way of life along the river and stop to see the great temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo. Days 7/8 Aswan The colourful town of Aswan with its thriving markets is a fascinating place to explore. We'll have the opportunity to visit Philae Temple and Abu Simbel or to take a camel trek to St Simeon's Monastery. Day 9 Luxor We drive to Luxor and have time for last minute shopping in the bustling souks. Day 10 Tour ends in Luxor. Note: Certain cruises may operate on an alternative itinerary, with 6 nights aboard the Nile riverboat.

Accommodations: 5nts hotel, 3nts Nile riverboat in 2-berth cabins with plunge pool, restaurant, bar and lounge area, 1nt overnight sleeper train; 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners included.
Transport: Bus/Calesh/Train/Donkey Trek/Nile riverboat.
Comment: Enjoy the comfort of our small, exclusive riverboat and explore the antiquities of Cairo, Luxor and Aswan. Be prepared for some early starts as we sometimes explore before the heat of the day.
Group: Approx. 18 to 24.
Staff: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s), captain and crew on Nile riverboat. Some local guides.
Trip Reference: EG2010

Dates & Prices

Start End Prices in US$ Local Payment Availability
31 Jul 1009 Aug 10$7100
07 Aug 1016 Aug 10$7100
14 Aug 1023 Aug 10$7100
11 Sep 1020 Sep 10$7600
18 Sep 1027 Sep 10$7600
02 Oct 1011 Oct 10$8600
09 Oct 1018 Oct 10$8600
16 Oct 1025 Oct 10$8600
23 Oct 1001 Nov 10$8500
30 Oct 1008 Nov 10$8500
06 Nov 1015 Nov 10$8500
13 Nov 1022 Nov 10$8500
20 Nov 1029 Nov 10$8500
27 Nov 1006 Dec 10$8100
11 Dec 1020 Dec 10$8100
18 Dec 1027 Dec 10$9400
25 Dec 1003 Jan 11$8900
01 Jan 1110 Jan 11$9200
08 Jan 1117 Jan 11$7900
15 Jan 1124 Jan 11$7600
22 Jan 1131 Jan 11$8500
29 Jan 1107 Feb 11$8200
05 Feb 1114 Feb 11$8700
12 Feb 1121 Feb 11$8500
19 Feb 1128 Feb 11$8500
26 Feb 1107 Mar 11$8400
05 Mar 1114 Mar 11$8900
19 Mar 1128 Mar 11$8900
26 Mar 1104 Apr 11$8700
02 Apr 1111 Apr 11$8700
09 Apr 1118 Apr 11$8700
16 Apr 1125 Apr 11$8700
23 Apr 1102 May 11$7900
30 Apr 1109 May 11$8700
07 May 1116 May 11$8400
14 May 1123 May 11$8100
21 May 1130 May 11$8100
25 Jun 1104 Jul 11$7800
02 Jul 1111 Jul 11$7800
09 Jul 1118 Jul 11$7800
23 Jul 1101 Aug 11$8300
30 Jul 1108 Aug 11$8300
06 Aug 1115 Aug 11$7800
13 Aug 1122 Aug 11$7400
20 Aug 1129 Aug 11$8900
20 Aug 1129 Aug 11$8900
27 Aug 1105 Sep 11$8900
03 Sep 1112 Sep 11$8600
10 Sep 1119 Sep 11$8600
17 Sep 1126 Sep 11$8600
24 Sep 1103 Oct 11$8600

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2011 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2011/12 brochure, due to be published in October 2010.

The price of a Single Room Option does not necessarily guarantee a single room for every night of the tour. For more information, please refer to the trip dossier / more details for this tour.
Single rooms are available for this tour at a supplement from US$ 275, depending on availability.