Wonders of Egypt & The Nile

Visit Egypt

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will then become a free day - explore Luxor on your own

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Day 7 will then become a free day to explore Luxor on your own.

Meals Included:- Breakfast- Lunch- DinnerIncluded Activities:- 3-night Nile Cruise" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "6", "title": "Luxor (1B, 1L)", "image": "", "body": "Today your journey takes you to the West Bank to enjoy a guided visit to the Temple of Hatshepsu. Later, you will meet your student-guide at the Funtasia Project Center where together you will bike through the village to visit the community. The group will then return to the centre to learn about the Planeterra project at this location over tea with your guide. Then, visit the Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon before having lunch with a local family on the West Bank of the Nile. On the way back to the hotel, stop at an Alabaster factory and watch as the manufacturer's own hands mold, shape, and reshape the rocks until they end up with stunning sculptures, statues, candle holders, etc. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.Meals Included:- Breakfast- LunchTransport:- Private VehicleIncluded Activities:- Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon Visit- Funtasia Project Visit- Lunch with a Local Family" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "7", "title": "Luxor (1B)", "image": "", "body": "Enjoy an excursion to the magnificent temples of Karnak and Luxor. In the afternoon, use free time to explore the bazaar, museums or opt to take a guided tour of the temples of Habu, Ramsseum and Deir El Medina.Meals Included:- BreakfastTransport:- Private VehicleIncluded Activities:- Karnak Temple Visit- Luxor Temple Visit" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "8", "title": "Luxor/Alexandria (1B)", "image": "", "body": "Catch a flight back to Cairo in the morning. Stop for a tour inside the monasteries of Wadi Natrun en route to the historic Mediterranean city of Alexandria. Enjoy a free afternoon at your leisure to explore.Meals Included:- BreakfastTransport:- Plane 01:00 Hr(s)- Private Vehicle 02:30 - 02:30 Hr(s)Included Activities:- Monasteries of Wadi Natrun Visit" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "9", "title": "Alexandria (1B)", "image": "", "body": "Spend the day exploring this ancient seaside city, including Pompey's Pillar, the catacombs, and the new Alexandria Library. In the afternoon opt to explore the city further on a guided tour, or see the sights at your own pace. It's up to you!We have plenty of time to explore all the incredible sites this ancient city has to offer. Founded by Alexander the Great around 331BC, Egypt's only Mediterranean city is characterized by a distinctly European atmosphere and a refreshing sea breeze. Don't miss the chance to enjoy an optional seafood dinner at one of the city's many outdoor seaside restaurants this evening.Meals Included:- BreakfastTransport:- Private VehicleIncluded Activities:- Pompey's Pillar Visit- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa Visit- Alexandria Library Visit" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "10", "title": "Alexandria/Cairo (1B)", "image": "", "body": "Head back to Cairo and explore the treasures of The Grand Egyptian Museum. Enjoy lunch at your leisure in one of the many local restaurants in the area. Afterwards, pay a visit to Khan el-Khalili, a famous bazaar and souk in the historic center of Cairo. The remainder of the evening will be at your leisure.Meals Included:- BreakfastTransport:- Private Vehicle 02:45 - 03:00 Hr(s)Included Activities:- Khan el-Khalili Bazaar Visit- The Grand Egyptian Museum Guided Tour" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "11", "title": "Cairo (1B)", "image": "", "body": "Embark on a guided tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Enjoy a visit to the Papyrus institute-home to the world's largest collection of papyrus documents. In the afternoon take advantage of free time to explore more of Cairo on your own.We begin with one of the key highlights of any visit to Egypt, the Great Pyramids of Giza. While once located in remote desert, they now touch the suburbs of modern Cairo. Also visit the mysterious Sphinx, with its lion's body and man's face.Meals Included:- BreakfastIncluded Activities:- Great Pyramid of Giza and Sphinx TourOptional Extras to chose from:- Explore Memphis and Sakkara" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "12", "title": "Cairo (1B)", "image": "", "body": "Depart at any time.Meals Included:- BreakfastIncluded Activities:- Departure DayAdditional Notes:Please note that check-out time from the hotel is normally mid-morning, but luggage storage facilities are available. We are able to organise extra post-trip accommodation if you wish to extend your stay for a few more days." } ] }

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