Includes: 5-star hotels in Cairo, Giza & Luxor, 2 meals per day, flights from Cairo/Luxor/Cairo, bottled water at all times, 
sightseeing with entrance fees as described below.  Additional fees may be required for activities listed as Optional. 
Complete list of What is Included

Can be combined with Abu Simbel, Nile Cruise, Alexandria and/or Amarna

Departing from home. If you are living in North America or Australia, the flights leave the day before you arrive in Cairo. Leaving from New York the clock gets set forward 7 hours, from California 10 hours. From Sydney the clock gets set back 8 hours. Australian travelers may enjoy these tips from one of our Australian travelers.

WELCOME
to
EGYPT!

Arrivals in Cairo
You can arrive at any time today.  We will arrange to have someone greet you at the airport and bring you to our hotel nearby.  Look for our rep with the yellow All One World sign at the airport!

Our hotel is near Cairo airport, as we will be flying to Luxor tomorrow morning.

Overnight: 4-star hotel near Cairo Airport. Novotel Heliopolis Hotel   

3-Night Nile Cruise with optional Abu Simbel Excursion: If you would like to spend a few days recovering from your flights with a relaxing cruise on the Nile, you can arrive in Cairo on Thursday, Feb 14. After spending the night near the airport in Cairo, you fly to Aswan where the cruise begins on Friday. The cruise is 3 nights (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), Aswan/Luxor, finishing in Luxor on Monday (check out 8am). So you will be in Luxor to meet the tour group Monday morning, Feb 18. Monday's sightseeing with the cruise in Luxor will be refunded to you. 

5-Night Abu Simbel Overnight with Nile Cruise: Combine the cruise above with an overnight excursion to Abu Simbel with the Sound & Light Show.

See CALENDAR Layout of Options

Day 2
Monday



Ramesseum
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Hatshepsut's
Deir El Bahari
Temple
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"Colossi of Memnon"
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Luxor Temple

We return to the West Bank of Luxor today, this time visiting what is probably the most famous archeological site in the world, the Valley of the Kings. There are many tombs here, and excavations are still going on, as well as renovations to tombs that have been uncovered a long time. One never knows which tombs will be open that day, but there will be a variety to choose from.  This is where King Tut's tomb was found, and although there is an extra ticket for this tomb, it has been included in your tour.  

A recent highlight is the reopening of the Ramesses V&VI tomb.  It has been restored with modern techniques pioneered during the restoration of the tomb of Nefertari and is truly breathtaking.  This tomb also requires an extra ticket, but it has been included in your tour.  We would not want you to miss this one!


Next, we have a very special treat for just our small group (limited to 20 persons). We are applying for a special government issued permit which will enable us to see, KV 17, the renowned Tomb of Seti 1st.* This tomb is the longest and most complete of the tombs in the Valley of the Kings.

Images of Seti 1st from the Theban Mapping Project (a great site for investigating the Valley of the Kings). 
*Although we have not had difficulties in securing these permits in the past, we cannot guarantee what the Egyptian government may mandate regarding these special permissions.

QUESTION: Which tombs in the Valley of the Kings are included in my tour?
Included are:
- Extra ticket and a special entrance to the Tomb of Seti 1st (now closed)
- Extra ticket for Ramesses V&VI
- Extra ticket for King Tut
- Entrance to the NEWLY OPENED Tomb of Merneptah
- Any 3 tombs of your choice from the tombs that are open that day (which varies daily).
You can also purchase additional tickets if you want to visit more than the 6 tombs which are included in your tour.

After our long, full visit in the Valley of the Kings (we will bring sandwiches or a snack for midday) we hope to visit some of the villagers on the West Bank today for a late lunch.  This will be a chance to see the local life and taste their typical dishes and breads.

After lunch we see the rarely visited Seti 1st Temple (we are seeing both the tomb and mortuary temple of Seti 1st today). This temple still contains some beautiful reliefs including some astrological imagery.  They have recently done some planting of trees along the colonnade and planted grass on the sides.  It is nice to see a temple with the impression of the rich gardens that would have surrounded it in antiquity. 

Leaving the West Bank, you will have a choice. You can sail back to the hotel and enjoy the late afternoon light over the Nile from a traditional Felucca sailboat, or you can ride back in the bus.

Shopping opportunity: Alabaster shop on the West Bank.
Optional: Felucca Sailboat ride in the late afternoon for those who choose it (no extra fee).

Overnight: Luxor 5-star Hotel - Sofitel Karnak Resort or Sonesta St. George.  BB, L. Night #2.

Optional early morning Balloon Ride over the West Bank of Luxor.  See the temples from a very different perspective!  You decide about this option while you are in Egypt, a few days before. 
Cost: about $120-140 USD.

Those who do not take the balloon ride have a chance to sleep in a bit, as we do not leave the hotel until 9:00am. People who take the balloon ride usually return to the hotel about 8:00am for breakfast.

The splendors of the Karnak Temple Complex fill our day today. Luxor was the center of government during the New Kingdom and each Pharaoh wanted to leave something impressive at Karnak. The largest temple complex in Egypt, we see multiple temples, obelisks, great gates and the famous hypostyle hall - unequalled to this day.  We also see the Sacred Lake, the Akh-Menu (Festival Hall) and Botanical Garden of Tutmosis III (a precursor of Napoleon's later record of the fauna and flora found in Egypt).

Also at Karnak, we visit the fascinating Open Air Museum where we view the Red Chapel of Hatshepsut and Tutmosis III (Karnak's original Holy of Holies) and Senwosret's White Chapel with its finely-carved Middle Kingdom hieroglyphs.  These are in raised relief - some of the best to be found anywhere.  There is something new each time we visit, as reconstruction of new pieces is ongoing.

Be sure you have enough memory in your camera for Karnak. Lots of photos you won't want to miss. 

After a late lunch (again we will pack snacks for midday) we will have an opportunity to do some shopping at the Luxor street Bazaar.  Lots of small shops and a chance to test your bargaining skills -- scarves, galabeya dresses, Egyptian t-shirts, little statues, lots of trinkets -- it is a colorful array of items and a hive of activity.  You can shop or sit with our Egyptian guide in the cafe and watch the show.  You can even try smoking some shisha, flavored tobacco (apple is common) in the traditional water pipe.

For those who would like a piece of jewelry to remember Egypt, we will also stop at a Gold & Silver Jewelry Shop. They will make pieces of jewelry to your specifications, including the stones, designs and the gold and/or silver work. You choose! Many people also like to get a cartouche with their name in hieroglyphs.

If shopping is not for you, we will be happy to bring you back to the hotel instead. Unfortunately, the Luxor Museum is no longer open in the late afternoon.

Shopping opportunities: Luxor street bazaar and/or Gold Shop for jewelry. 
Optional: Sunrise Balloon Ride, cost: about $120-140 pp. 

Overnight: Luxor 5-star Hotel - Sofitel Karnak Resort or Sonesta St. George.  BB, L. Night #3.

Today we have an early start, leaving Luxor for the drive north along the Nile to Abydos, the place of pilgrimage in Ancient Egypt.  Many feel that the reliefs in the Temple of Seti I are the highest art found in Ancient Egypt. It is truly unforgettable. We also find the famous Kings List here, and the mysterious Osirion. 

See our Beloved Egypt site with more than 270 photos by Ruth Shilling of Abydos.

We also plan to to explore the rarely visited Ramesses II Temple, located a short distance from the Seti I Temple.  This is a fairly small temple with some vibrantly colored wall reliefs.

On our journey from Luxor to Abydos we pass through Nag Hammadi where the writings were found that are now called the Nag Hammadi Library.  Discovered in 1945, these ancient codices (dating from 390 AD) contained the Gospels of Thomas, Mary and others.  More Info on Nag Hammadi.

After leaving Abydos we journey to the Temple of Hathor at Dendera.  This temple was built during the Ptolemaic (Greek) era on a much older site that had been a place of worshiping the Goddess Hathor in earlier times.  The ceilings and walls of the main hypostyle hall are full of astrological imagery.  The famous circular zodiac was found in the ceiling of a chapel on the roof of the temple. 

We are privileged to see the newly renovated ceiling of the main hypostyle hall.  The breathtakingly vibrant colors which had been colored in black soot for millennia have now been exposed again.  Those who have visited this temple in the past will be amazed!

Dinner is at our hotel when we return. This is a good evening to enjoy sitting out at one of the many picturesque spots at the hotel overlooking Nile. Maybe write some postcards or enjoy a glass of wine with your new friends.

Optional: Sound & Light Show at Karnak in the evening.  Cost: $30 pp.

Overnight: Luxor 5-star Hotel - Sofitel Karnak Resort or Sonesta St. George.  BB, D. Night #4.

Free Day

FREE DAY IN LUXOR with options
Options #1 and #2 are included in your tour. For options that involve leaving Luxor, there will be additional fees. Contact Us to discuss options which involve leaving Luxor (#3, or possibly #4).

Lunch is not included in any of the options. Dinner at the hotel in the evening is included for everyone.

* You do not need to decide in advance which option you are choosing. *

Overnight: Luxor 5-star Hotel - Sofitel Karnak Resort or Sonesta St. George.  BB, D. Night #5.

• Option #1 - Full Day on the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Nobles, Valley of the Workers (Deir El Medina), Valley of the Queens, and Medinet Habu Temple. Includes an Egyptologist guide.
   

• Option #2 - Luxor Museum & Karnak. Visit the Luxor Museum in the morning. Afternoon visit to Karnak Temple for free time on your own. You will have an Egyptian escort for these visits, not an Egyptologist guide.
   

• Option #3 - Kom Ombo & Edfu. Day tour to Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple by road. You will have a local guide for this trip. There will be an additional fee for this option. Price depends on how many people choose to do this.
   

• Option #4 - FREE DAY for your own adventures or relaxation. Dream up your own adventure, maybe hike the trail above Deir El Bahari, or the trail from Deir El Medina to the Valley of the Queens, or...  We will be glad to help you plan it.  You can also just take the day off, relax at the hotel, swim in the pool or do some shopping.

Tombs of the Nobles
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Valley of the Workers
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Ptolemaic Temple at Deir El Medina
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Valley of the Queens
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Medinet Habu
 

OPTION #1

West Bank of Luxor
Return to the West Bank
to visit the sites we did not see already

Today we have the pleasure of seeing the rarely visited tombs in the Valley of the Nobles.  With their brightly colored daily-life scenes, we are given a view into the lives of the Ancient Egyptian nobility during the New Kingdom.

We visit whichever tombs are presently open. The climbing can be fairly strenuous, so we will begin the day with these tombs.

Next we visit Deir El Medina, the Valley of the Workmen.  This was called the "Valley of Truth" in Ancient Egypt and is where the workers and artists who built and decorated the tombs in the Valley of the Kings lived. Their own tombs have colorful scenes from daily life in the New Kingdom. 

Here at Deir El Medina there is also a Ptolemaic era Temple with the famous Judgment Scene on one of the walls. There are also some colorful representations of the gods and goddesses.  The temple is dedicated to Hathor.

After a stop at a local restaurant (lunch is on your own) we continue with the Valley of the Queens. There are a few interesting tombs here, including one for a prince.

Our final visit of the day is to the Medinet Habu Temple. This temple is the second largest temple complex (after Karnak) in Egypt. It is also significant because it is the last great temple built while Egypt was still ruling supreme (New Kingdom).

This site includes the remains of the palace and temple built by Ramesses III, as well as the earlier temple built by Hatshepsut and Thutmosis III (newly restored), and a Late Period chapel for the Priestesses of Amun. 

Dinner is at our hotel with your fellow travelers.

OPTION #2

Luxor Museum
& Karnak
Visit Karnak Temple for a 2nd time and see the
Luxor Museum

Luxor Museum

In the morning visit the modern Luxor Museum.  This museum is very nicely laid out and all exhibits are marked clearly, which makes it easy to do a self-guided tour.

Of special interest is the  special exhibit room for a cache of statues found in near-perfect condition (no guiding is allowed in this exhibit). The statues were buried under a courtyard at the Luxor Temple and found only recently.

There is also an excellent mummy exhibit and a number of splendid artifacts. 

Our friend, Rachid, has painstakingly put together a wall from Tel el-Amarna which is displayed here. There are also two beautiful large busts of  Akhenaten which are quite arresting.

In the afternoon there is time for a 2nd visit to Karnak. Spend as much time as you would like wandering the many halls and temples, getting the photos you would like and exploring on your own.

Dinner is at our hotel with your fellow travelers. This is our final night in Luxor.

OPTION #3

Edfu & Kom Ombo
Take a Daylong Road Trip south from Luxor

Kom Ombo

Begin your daylong journey by traveling about 3-4 hours south to Kom Ombo Temple. This beautiful temple stands on a hill overlooking the Nile and was built during the Ptolemaic (Greek) Era.

One of the outstanding features are wall reliefs showing medical instruments and a birthing chair.

The Temple is dedicated to two gods -- Sobek, the crocodile, and a form of Horus, the hawk.

Temple of Horus at Edfu

On the way back to Luxor visit the well-preserved Edfu Temple. Also built during the Ptolemaic Era this is considered the most intact temple left in Egypt.

The temple is dedicated to the god Horus and is the companion temple to the Hathor Temple at Dendera that we visited earlier.

One of the outstanding features is the wall relief of the battle between Horus and Set, with Set represented as various animals. This iconography was later picked up by the Coptic Christians in their representations of St. George slaying the dragon.

Return to Luxor for dinner with your fellow travelers. This is our final night in Luxor.

OPTION #4

Your Own Adventure

If you have visited Egypt before and want to try something different we will be glad to help you plan your own adventure for today.

Maybe you would like to hike the trail above Deir El Bahari or the trail from Deir El Medina to the Valley of the Queens, take a donkey or horse ride or visit the Mummification Museum.

There are lots of things to do in Luxor.

Or you can just take the day off, relax at the hotel, swim in the pool or do some shopping.

Dinner is at our hotel with your fellow travelers. This is our final night in Luxor.

After a morning flight from Luxor to Cairo we begin our sightseeing with what Egyptologists tell us is the very first pyramid, the Step Pyramid of Djoser (also spelled, Zoser).  It predates both the Dashur Pyramids and Giza Pyramids, as it was constructed in the 3rd Dynasty, during Ancient Egypt's Old Kingdom (2,575-2,150 B.C.).

 Saqqara (also, Sakkara), where the Step Pyramid is located, remained an important site throughout all of Ancient Egyptian history. There are many things to see here from all the different eras. There is so much, in fact, that we will visit here two days. It is hard to believe that the normal tours of Egypt spend only about 60-90 minutes at Saqqara (if that !).

The sites on our agenda today are in the area of the Step Pyramid complex and south of it. Tomorrow we will visit the areas north of it.

We pause by the ticket office to have a look at how the work is going on the Valley Temple of Unas (see the photo at left). Then on to the Step Pyramid with its magnificent surrounding wall once brilliantly white and studded with gold plates. There is a huge door standing ajar -- completely made of stone -- that we pass through before walking through the picturesque colonnade.

They are doing restorations on the Step Pyramid now, and we will have a chance to see how that is coming along. There are differing opinions about whether this is being done in the best manner.

We explore the Mortuary Temple of Unas before an exciting visit that many of our travelers having been waiting for... the newly opened New Kingdom tombs! To think that they has been here all along and we have not been able to see them! One of the most beautiful is the Tomb of Maya. Also in this group are: Tomb of Horemheb, Tomb of Tia, Tomb of Meryneith, and the Tomb of Pay and Raia.

After visiting the New Kingdom tombs, we walk down the Unas Causeway to the mastaba tomb known as the "Two Brothers" (Khnumhotep and Niankhkhnum). These two priests were of a very high rank because they were allowed to tend to the body of the king as manicurist and possibly also doing doing chiropractic-type adjustments and reflexology. You can look at the reliefs and draw your own conclusions. There is also controversy about what sort of relationship the two men had with each other. An internet search will show up all sort of opinions. We will also visit the nearby mastaba of Nefer.

Late lunch at a restaurant in the countryside with outdoor shaded seating.

Time to settle in to our new hotel, this time in Giza. Again, we will be staying this hotel for 5 nights (6 nights if you are adding the extra day at the end or the Amarna tour).

Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort, BB, L.  Night #1.

Nearby are some friends of Ruth who have a guesthouse in the Black Land, the farming area.  Hopefully they will be home and able to welcome us for a late lunch.  It's also a chance to see some the nearby farmers and their animals up close.  The farmers love getting the photos of themselves that Ruth brings to them each time. One well-known Egyptologist said, "If you want to learn about Ancient Egypt, study the traditions of the local farmers."  They may well be the closest link we have to the ways of the ancients.  
See Blue Lotus of Saqqara Guesthouse.

At the end of the day we see what remains of the ancient city of Memphis, the "City of the White Wall," capitol of Egypt during the Old Kingdom.  Most notable here is the large statue of Ramesses and an alabaster sphinx.

Shopping opportunity: Carpet Shop. One of the local crafts is the weaving of carpets.
The carpet shop is right next door to the Blue Lotus, so those who don't want to shop can go there instead.

Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort,  BB, L.  Night #2.

Yesterday we began our sightseeing in the Giza area with the Step Pyramid (3rd Dynasty). Today we move forward in time to the Pyramids of Dashur -- built after the Step Pyramid, but before the Giza Pyramids. 

We spend time inside the Red Pyramid (nearly as large as Giza's Great Pyramid) and then have the opportunity for an unforgettable walk across the open desert to the Bent Pyramid.  The desert is rich with inspiration and the vastness is exhilarating.  The Bent pyramid was a key center of worship during the Middle Kingdom, and was much more important than Giza at that time.  The Bent pyramid is the only pyramid to retain most of its original casing stones.  The Black Pyramid (Middle Kingdom mud brick) can also be seen from here. 

In the afternoon we visit two sites that are not open to the general public - the Niuserre Sun Temple* at Abu Gurab and the Abu Sir area* with the Sahure Pyramid & Temple.  We will be applying for special permits that will allow us entrance to these sites. 

At the Niuserre Sun Temple the central alabaster altar represents the sun surrounded with "hotep" blessings in the four directions. There is a possibility that we will also be granted permission to hike between these two sites, but that has not been confirmed yet.  

*Although we have not had difficulties in securing our permits in the past, we cannot guarantee what the Egyptian government may mandate regarding these special permissions.

For those with an interest we will stop at a local perfumery near the Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids. This can be followed by the Sound & Light Show.

Shopping opportunities: Perfumery - an Egyptian specialty, made from Egyptian flowers.
Optional: Sound & Light Show at the Giza pyramids. Cost: $30.

Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort , BB, L.  Night #3.

Today we begin with an exciting private visit inside the Great Pyramid with just our small group.* This includes being allowed to enter the the chambers that are closed to the general public. There is no way to describe how special this opportunity is. Just experience it for yourself.

After our private pyramid visit we will explore the mortuary temples beside the pyramids, and the 3rd Pyramid (unless it is the 2nd Pyramid which is open at that time).

Afterwards, we stop at a local Papyrus Institute to see how the papyrus is made. Lots of papyrus paintings for sale as well. Then back to the hotel to refresh ourselves. Those who do not want to go to the papyrus shop can go to the hotel directly.

We leave about midday for the drive downtown (less traffic this time of day) and a visit to the Cairo Egyptian Museum.  Your guides point out the most famous pieces and then there is free time to look at whatever interests you the most.  The treasures of King Tut, the Mummy Room, Middle Kingdom papyruses, statues from all time periods. 
Note: If you do not want to visit the Cairo Museum today, you can also stay on the Giza Plateau on your own.

Dinner at a restaurant downtown. We usually pick up take-out felafel sandwiches for lunch.

Shopping opportunities: Papyrus Institute and shop

*Although we have not had difficulties in securing our permits in the past, we cannot guarantee what the Egyptian government may mandate regarding these special permissions.

Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort,  BB, D.  Night #4.

Today is our last day together as a group, and it will be a special one -- a full day on the Giza Plateau.   There are NEW TOMBS to see at Giza! They will have already opened the Tomb of Khufu's Granddaughter to the public (scheduled to open in November 2012).

Also new to our previous travelers will be a longer camel ride (or you can hike) to a high place to see the "9 Pyramids View." From this place you see the 3 large pyramids and the 6 satellite pyramids. Be sure to bring your cameras!  Camel Videos by Ruth Shilling

In the Solar Boat Museum we see a boat that is almost 5,000 years old and was found just 50 years ago here beside the pyramid. Returning travelers may want to explore the nearby Queens Pyramids during this time. 

Another special treat is to hear from our friend, the Archeologist Ashraf Mohie El Din (did you see his latest interview with the Washington Post and the Al Jezerra interview video?) about his latest excavations here on the Giza Plateau. He recently finished uncovering some Old Kingdom Tombs in the Western Cemetery near the Great Pyramid. We are hoping that he will give us a special tour of these. He also has a new project now (just wait and see!) which we will save as a surprise.

After all the excitement we will spend some time having lunch and relaxing at the cafe that overlooks the pyramids and Sphinx. Sometimes it is these quiet moments that we remember the best. Afterwards we visit the Valley Temple of the 2nd Pyramid, right beside the Sphinx. It is made of huge granite blocks that fit tightly together, even today.  How did they do it?

Our tour is almost over, but we have one last special treat for you -- a private visit inside the Sphinx* enclosure after the Giza Plateau closes to the public. To be there on the Giza plateau in the quiet and deep peacefulness that falls over the pyramids and Sphinx when the crowds of people and vendors leave is an enormous gift. We hope to share this gift with you.

Back at our hotel we have a farewell dinner together.  Though we may each go our separate ways tomorrow, our shared experiences will form a bond between us that is eternal.

Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort, BB, D.  Night #5

*Although we have not had difficulties in securing our permits in the past, we cannot guarantee what the Egyptian government may mandate regarding these special permissions.

There may be changes to this itinerary due to circumstances beyond our control.

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Option #1 : 3 Night/4 Day, Aswan/Luxor with Optional Abu Simbel Day Tour
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Thurs, October, 2015: Arrive in Cairo at any time. Overnight at a hotel near Cairo airport.
Friday, October, 2015: Fly from Cairo to Aswan to begin your Nile Cruise. Check in at 11am. Sightseeing in Aswan. Cruise night #1.
Saturday, October, 2015: Visit Kom Ombo Temple. Cruise night #2.
Sunday, October, 2015: Visit the Edfu Temple. Cruise night #3.
Monday, October, 2015: Disembark at 8:00am in Luxor. Join the "Egypt Enthusiasts'" Tour for sightseeing in Luxor. (You will refunded for the sightseeing in Luxor with the boat.)
 

Option #2 : Abu Simbel Overnight, Free Day Aswan & 3 Night/4 Day, Aswan/Luxor
  See the Complete Day-by-Day Itinerary & Prices

Tues, October, 2015: Arrive in Cairo at any time. Overnight at a hotel near Cairo airport.
Wed, October, 2015: Fly Cairo/Aswan/Abu Simbel. Sightseeing and Sound & Light Show. Overnight Abu Simbel.
Thurs, October, 2015: Fly Abu Simbel/Aswan. Free Day in Aswan. Overnight Aswan.
Friday, October, 2015: Begin your Nile Cruise. Check in at 11am. Sightseeing in Aswan. Cruise night #1.
Saturday, October, 2015: Visit Kom Ombo Temple. Cruise night #2.
Sunday, October, 2015: Visit the Edfu Temple. Cruise night #3.
Monday, October, 2015: Disembark at 8:00am in Luxor. Join the "Egypt Enthusiasts'" Tour for sightseeing in Luxor. (You will refunded for the sightseeing in Luxor with the boat.)

Optional Tour Add-On's     CALENDAR with Layout

Thurs, Feb 27, 2014: Day trip into Cairo to see the Coptic churches in the area known as "Old Cairo."  See the Church of St. Mary, called El Moallaqah (the "Hanging Church"), which was built in the 4th C. AD on two towers of the Roman fortress of Babylon, and also the Church of St. Stergius.  The newly opened Coptic Museum also has a number of interesting items.

If you prefer, you can spend the whole day at the Cairo Egyptian Museum while the others go to Coptic Cairo. Afterwards join us for the Old Bazaar or head on back to the hotel.

Afterwards do some shopping at an Old Bazaar in Cairo -- either the Khan El Khalili of the Avenue or the Tent Makers.

Friday, October 2015: Depart from Egypt or continue with the "Amarna, Beni Hasan, Meidum" tour.

Price: $150 USD pp in double, includes sightseeing and hotel with BB.   Optional Add-On's   CALENDAR with Layout
Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort or Le Meridien Pyramids,  BB.  Night #6 

Thurs, Feb 27, 2014: Take a day-long trip to Alexandria.  With the feel of a European city, Alexandria is quite different than the rest of Egypt.  Your trip includes visits to the Catacombs of Kom el Shugafa, "Pompey's Pillar," the Roman Amphitheater and the Greco-Roman Museum (if it has reopened).  Or you may prefer to spend the whole day at the newly opened Alexandria Library. 
Return to Cairo by evening. 

Friday, October 2015: Depart from Egypt or continue with the "Amarna, Beni Hasan, Meidum" tour.

Price: $200 USD pp in double, includes sightseeing and hotel with BB.    Optional Add-On's     CALENDAR with Layout
Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort or Le Meridien Pyramids,  BB.  Night #6 

Thurs, Feb 27, 2014: Egypt Air provides an Abu Simbel package which includes:
- Roundtrip flight Cairo/Aswan/Abu Simbel and Abu Simbel/Aswan/Cairo.
- Transportation to the temples in Abu Simbel
- Entrance fee
- A guide is also provided, but travelers have not been impressed with these guides and have said that it is better just to visit the temples on your own.

We will also arrange to have your transportation to/from the Giza hotel and airport with the assistance of an English-speaking representative.

Friday, October 2015: Depart from Egypt or continue with the "Amarna, Beni Hasan, Meidum" tour.

This Add-On is contingent on flight availability. Please Contact Us availability and current pricing.  CALENDAR with Layout
Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort or Le Meridien Pyramids,  BB.  Night #6         Optional Add-On's

Thurs, October 2015: Choose one of the Extension options above or take the day off and relax.
#1 : CAIRO DAY TOUR - included.
#2 : ALEXANDRIA DAY TOUR - included.
#3 : ABU SIMBEL DAY TOUR - there is an extra cost for Abu Simbel.
Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort or Le Meridien Pyramids,  BB only.  Night #6 

Friday, October 2015: Begin the trip to Middle Egypt with a drive to Minya where we overnight. Sightseeing: Beni Hasan Tombs.
Overnight: Minya. Horus Hotel (best in Minya)  BB, D.  Night #1 

Sat, October 2015: A full days visit at Amarna. Photos of Amarna
Overnight: Minya. Horus Hotel (best in Minya)  BB, D.  Night #2

Sun, October 2015: Drive from Middle Egypt back to Cairo with sightseeing at the Pyramid of Meidum. Return to our hotel in Giza (you can leave some of your things there while we go to Middle Egypt).

Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza. Pyramids Park Resort or Le Meridien Pyramids,  BB.  Night #7 

Monday, October 2015: Departure from Egypt, or add extra days in Cairo.
For those beginning with this tour you can combine it with the "Giza, Cairo, Luxor and Aswan" one-week tour. If so, your sightseeing in Giza begins today.

Price: $995 USD pp in double when combined with "Egypt Enthusiasts" tour. $1,295 as a stand-alone tour.
Note that if you choose Option #3, Abu Simbel, there is an extra cost.    

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