The Nile, Alexandria & El Alamein12 days - from $2060Explore the battlefields of El Alamein and travel the length of the Nile, from Alexandria to Aswan Alexandria, the old imperial capital at the far reach of the Nile Delta is now a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city with an impressive museum and history, from its long gone library, catacombs and lighthouse of Pharaohs to the WWII battlefields of El Alamein. Explore downtown ‘Alex’ and waterfront promenades too, and discover a lively, legendary city. Back in Cairo, revel in the history and mystery of ancient Egypt within the Egyptian Museum, alongside the great pyramids and Sphinx, and ambling its various backstreets and bazaars. In Luxor, a rich haul of tombs and temples await at Karnak, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut. A relaxing three day riverboat cruise brings us to serene Aswan, home of the friendly Nubian people and a most romantic and felucca-strewn stretch of the Nile. There’s time for an optional visit to Abu Simbel, before returning to Cairo to visit a delightful 16th century Arabesque villa, Cairo’s oldest mosque, and the kaleidoscopic Khan al-Khalili Bazaar. Highlights
• The services of Peregrine’s expert English-speaking local leader throughout the tour, and professional local guides at some sites. • Sightseeing (including entrance fees where applicable): Alexandria - museum and Roman Catacombs; Cairo - Egyptian Museum, pyramids, Sphinx, Gayer-Anderson Museum, Ibn Tulun Mosque and the Khan al-Khalili bazaar; Valley of the Kings; Temple of Hatshepsut; Colossi of Memnon; Edfu; Komombo; and Temple of Isis on Philae Island. • 4 nights on Peregrine's comfortable Nile riverboat, cruising from Luxor to Aswan. • Horse-drawn carriage ride to the temple complex at Karnak. • Excursion to the WWII battlefields of El Alamein including the military museum and Allied Cemetery. • Local cuisine dinner in a Nubian village near Aswan. • Air-conditioned sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo. Accommodation in a private, two-person sleeping berth (beds and linen provided), with an ‘airline-style’ dinner included. • Free time to explore Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan. • Arrival transfer. Not Included: Flights, meals unless specified, drinks, departure taxes, visas, travel insurance, tips (see below), spending of a personal nature, departure transfer. Meals: 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners EquipmentIncluded: 19 Oct 11 Valid From: 17 Nov 10 Valid Until: 31 Oct 11 Starts/Ends: Cairo to Cairo close Itinerary:Day 1: Cairo2: Alexandria3: El Alamein - Alexandria4: Alexandria - Cairo5: Cairo - overnight sleeper train6: Luxor7: Valley of the Kings - Luxor - Nile Cruise8: Nile Cruise (Edfu - Komombo)9: Aswan10: Aswan11: Cairo12: Cairo • The services of Peregrine’s expert English-speaking local leader throughout the tour. Our tour leaders are all licensed as professional local guides. • Sightseeing (including entrance fees where applicable): Alexandria - museum and Roman Catacombs; Cairo - Egyptian Museum, pyramids, Sphinx, Gayer-Anderson Museum, Ibn Tulun Mosque and the Khan al-Khalili bazaar; Valley of the Kings; Temple of Hatshepsut; Colossi of Memnon; Edfu; Komombo; and Temple of Isis on Philae Island. • 4 nights on Peregrine's comfortable Nile riverboat, cruising from Luxor to Aswan. • Horse-drawn carriage ride to the temple complex at Karnak. • Excursion to the WWII battlefields of El Alamein including the military museum and Allied Cemetery. • Local cuisine dinner in a Nubian village near Aswan. • Air-conditioned sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor. Accommodation in a private, two-person sleeping berth (beds and linen provided), with an ‘airline-style’ dinner included. • Flight between Aswan and Cairo with all transfers on day 11. • Free time to explore Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan. • Arrival transfer. Not Included: International flights, meals unless specified, drinks, departure taxes, visas, travel insurance, tips (see below), spending of a personal nature, departure transfer. Meals: 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners EquipmentIncluded: 07 Feb 12 Valid From: 01 Nov 11 Valid Until: 30 Jun 13 Starts/Ends: Cairo to Cairo Trip Reference: PGNX |
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| Start | End | Tour Price | Local Flight | Total Prepaid Cost in US$ | Availability | |
| 22 Feb 12 | 04 Mar 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 |  | |
| 18 Apr 12 | 29 Apr 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 |  | |
| 02 May 12 | 13 May 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 |  | |
| 16 May 12 | 27 May 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 30 May 12 | 10 Jun 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 13 Jun 12 | 24 Jun 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 27 Jun 12 | 08 Jul 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 11 Jul 12 | 22 Jul 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 25 Jul 12 | 05 Aug 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 08 Aug 12 | 19 Aug 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 22 Aug 12 | 02 Sep 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 05 Sep 12 | 16 Sep 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 19 Sep 12 | 30 Sep 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 03 Oct 12 | 14 Oct 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 17 Oct 12 | 28 Oct 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 31 Oct 12 | 11 Nov 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 14 Nov 12 | 25 Nov 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 28 Nov 12 | 09 Dec 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 12 Dec 12 | 23 Dec 12 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 26 Dec 12 | 06 Jan 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 09 Jan 13 | 20 Jan 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 23 Jan 13 | 03 Feb 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 06 Feb 13 | 17 Feb 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 20 Feb 13 | 03 Mar 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 06 Mar 13 | 17 Mar 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 20 Mar 13 | 31 Mar 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 03 Apr 13 | 14 Apr 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 17 Apr 13 | 28 Apr 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 01 May 13 | 12 May 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 15 May 13 | 26 May 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 29 May 13 | 09 Jun 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 12 Jun 13 | 23 Jun 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
| 26 Jun 13 | 07 Jul 13 | $1880 | $180 | $2060 | | |
Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2012 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2012/13 brochures, due to be published in October 2011.