JEWEL OF THE NILE. 9 Days
“An exhilarating 9 day trip down the Nile through centuries of history”
ITINERARY
DAY 1. SATURDAY
On arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel of your choice in Cairo for overnight. BB.
DAY 2. SUNDAY
Following breakfast, enjoy a full day of sightseeing which will take you to visit the Great Pyramids at Giza, the Sphinx, Memphis and Sakkara. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. Overnight in Cairo. BB + L.
DAY 3. MONDAY
Today’s sightseeing includes the famous Egyptian Museum, the Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Old Cairo, the Hanging Church, Ben Ezna Synagogue and Khan El Khalili bazaars. In the evening, you will enjoy a sound and light show at the Pyramids. Overnight in Cairo. BB.
DAY 4. TUESDAY
This morning you will fly to Aswan for the start of your cruise. Lunch will be served on board and in the afternoon you will visit the Botanical Gardens by Felucca. Dinner and overnight on board. BB + L +D.
DAY 5. WEDNESDAY
Today’s sightseeing will show you the High Dam, Old Dam, the Granite quarries and unfinished obelisk. A short boat ride will take us to the temple of Philea. You then sail to Kom Ombo to visit the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Tonight a traditional Galabea party and dinner on board. Overnight on board. BB + L + D.
 DAY 6. THURSDAY
Start the day with a visit of the ancient Temple of the Falcon God Horus. The cruise will then take you to Esna for the crossing of the Esna Lock. You will then cruise to Luxor. Overnight on board. BB + L + D.
DAY 7. FRIDAY
This morning you cross to the west bank and visit the Valley of Kings and Queens and the tomb of Tutanhkamen (when open). A visit to Hatsheput’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon will leave you with unforgettable memories. In the afternoon, you will visit the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. Overnight on board. BB + L + D.
DAY 8
Today you fly back to Cairo for your last night in Egypt.
Note: If you wish to see more of Cairo, we suggest that you fly back from Luxor early morning to allow yourself time for sightseeing and shopping in Cairo. Overnight in Cairo. BB.
DAY 9. SUNDAY
Transfer from your hotel to Cairo Airport for your return flight to London.
Explanation of symbols: BB = Bed & Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
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JEWEL OF THE NILE 
