Treasures of Egypt - 2024
Overview
Highlights
- Experience freshly prepared traditional local cuisine each night on your Nile cruise.
- Get a first-hand introduction into how Egyptian cuisine is prepared during a cooking demonstration.
- Dress up and join the fun at a traditional galabeya party.
- Journey by motorboat to Philae Temple, rescued stone by stone during the construction of the High Dam.
- Embark on a 4-night cruise and discover the secrets of the Nile, the world’s longest river.
- Explore the 4,000-year-old religious complex of the Karnak Temple.
- Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the last of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the world.
- Discover the Valley of the Kings, including a viewing of the tombs of the Kings Tutankhamun and Ramses VI.
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Itinerary
Step back in time and explore thousands of years of history, legend, and lore as you walk amongst Egypt’s timeless wonders.
Begin your journey in Cairo, a modern megalopolis with an intriguing past.
Get a glimpse into ancient Egypt’s Pharaohs, power struggles, and dynasties during an introductory talk before navigating Cairo’s famous traffic on your way to the extensive collection of artifacts at the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities.* This evening, gather for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Fulfill a lifelong dream and head to nearby Giza (UNESCO). Embark on an in-depth visit to the Pyramids of Giza, one of the 7 ancient wonders of the world. Marvel at the iconic Great Sphinx, one of the world’s oldest and largest monuments. Then, it’s your choice! Meet ...
Depart your hotel before dawn*** for your flight to Luxor, home to the expansive Karnak Temple. Wander through this 4,000-year-old complex of pylons and obelisks, often of near-mythic proportions. This afternoon, board your cruise ship for a voyage on the Nile River. ...
Venture thousands of years into the past. As the sun rises, cross the Nile for a day in ancient Thebes. Explore the Valley of the Kings,**** including the world-renowned tombs of Tutankhamun and Ramses VI. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut as well as the Colossi of...
Beat the heat with an early morning visit to the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Peruse the endless carvings of scenes depicting the power and grandeur of the pharaohs. Later this morning, participate in an informative talk covering Egypt from past to present....
Pre sunrise, consider an optional tour to Abu Simbel***** to visit the extraordinary temples of Ramses II relocated here during the construction of the High Dam. The afternoon is yours to explore more of Aswan. Perhaps you’ll visit the fascinating artifacts at the Nubian Archeological Museum or stroll along the Corniche, Aswan’s waterfront promenade.
Disembark the ship this morning for a motorboat ride to the sanctuary island dedicated to the goddess Isis. Philae Temple (UNESCO) is among the architectural wonders rescued from the rising waters of the Nile during the building of the High Dam. Then, gain a different...
Early this morning,****** return to Cairo. Head towards Historic Cairo (UNESCO) where you can stroll along el-Moez Street, admiring its elegant Islamic architecture, or enjoy some free time to shop in the world-famous souk of Khan el Khalili. Peruse colorful trinkets, hand-painted crafts, polished pendants, and more.
The day is yours to experience the energy of Cairo’s buzzing streets. Perhaps you will join a full-day optional exploration of Cairo’s spiritual side with visits to the Citadel’s Alabaster Mosque, an ancient church belonging to the Coptic Christian community and views...
Your epic adventure comes to a close today. Return home with a new understanding of this mystical land.
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