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Egyptian Elegance
11 Days starting from $2,165

Countries Visited:
Egypt

 

Length: 11 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: Ancient Civilizations 2008
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: E945
   
 
About This Tour


The Pyramids, Karnak, the Egyptian Museum, Luxor Valley of the Kings, the temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo - they are all here.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing Highlights
  • SPECIALS
Hotels
Enjoy the superb facilities of one of the Nile’s finest ships, the ‘all inclusive’ Tower Prestige. The Conrad is one of Cairo’s best, while the Old Cataract in Aswan is living history with its high ceilings, long halls and moorish decor. Luxor’s Old Winter Palace has accommodated kings, presidents and film stars.

Fellow Passengers
In times past you may have found yourself rubbing shoulders with Julius Caesar, Napoleon or Agatha Christie. Nowadays, your companions will be like-minded people who enjoy travelling in comfort and style, and who have been lured by the romance and history of this ancient land.

Highlights
The Pyramids, Karnak, the Egyptian Museum, Luxor’s Valley of the Kings, the temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo – they are all here. The superior standard of hotels and the Nile cruise ship is also a highlight, as is the chance to soak up Egypt’s past as you take high tea on the famous terrace in Aswan.

Enjoy our Premium Highlights plus these extra tour features

Insight's Nile Cruising

  • 3 night Nile cruise on the top rated MS Tower Prestige (or similar)with cruise boat gratuities included
  • Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Scheduled air travel between Cairo/Aswan & Luxor/CairoSightseeing by air-conditioned coach
  • Insight’s professional multi-lingual Egyptologist/Tour Director accompanies youServices of Insight’s Representative in Cairo
  • Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack

Excursions & Sights

  • Visit the famous Khan El Khalili bazaars & see the Sakkara Step Pyramid in Cairo
  • Visit the unfinished obelisk in the granite quarries & see Aswan High Dam
  • Sail on a ‘felucca’ around Aswan’s Botanical gardens
  • Tour the temple at Kom Ombo dedicated to Sobek & Horus
  • Tour Luxor Temple and the awesome Karnak Temple See the Colossi of Memnon

Guided City Tours

  • In-depth sightseeing tour with audio headset in Cairo. Orientation tours in Luxor & Aswan

Complimentary Transfers

  • Complimentary arrival & departure transfers between Cairo airport and your tour hotel

Quality Dining & Entertainment

  • Egyptian dinner and Galabea Party with entertainment while cruising (HD)
  • All local wine and local beers and soft drinks included while cruising9 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 3 Lunches (L) and 2 Dinners, plus bottled water or tea or coffee (D)

11 Days ~ Egypt

Tour Pace
Relaxed and leisurely as you would expect with our most upmarket Nile cruise. With four nights in Cairo, and overnight stops in Aswan and Luxor, you have the opportunity to take in and fully appreciate all the ancient tombs, museums, temples and monuments on this well paced tour.

DAY 1 – MON – DEPART USA
Overnight flight to Cairo.

DAY 2 – TUE – ARRIVE CAIRO
Welcome to Egypt - part of the Holyland, furnished with ancient temples and tombs, and lavish backdrop for many of history’s most enthralling tales. On arrival in Cairo, you will be met and transferred to one of the best hotels in Cairo, where your room will overlook the River Nile.
Hotel: Conrad.

DAY 3 – WED – CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast and a detailed pre-tour briefing with your Tour Director, there is no better introduction to Egypt than a visit to the Egyptian Museum! There are mind boggling exhibits from all periods of Egyptian history, but it’s the treasures recovered from Tutankhamun’s tomb that will take your breath away. Then time to visit the famous Khan El Khalili bazaars to try your bargaining skills. This evening attend a magical Sound & Light Show at the world famous Pyramids, which literally illuminates the ancient history of Giza! (BB)

DAY 4 – THU – CAIRO – ASWAN
A morning flight across the Egyptian desert takes you to the exotic city of Aswan. There is the option of joining an excursion by air to Abu Simbel to view the fabulous temples carved out of the cliff side by Rameses II and later transported, in an amazing feat of modern engineering, out of the rising waters of Lake Nasser (see page 158 for details). Later, take a ride in a local sailing boat, a felucca, around Kitchener Island, to see Aswan’s Botanical Gardens. Stay on the banks of the Nile in one of Egypt’s most elegant hotels, built in the 19th century by Thomas Cook. As night falls, you are treated to high tea on the terrace of your hotel while enjoying the glowing sunset.
Hotel: Old Cataract. (BB)

DAY 5 – FRI – ASWAN – CRUISING
Visit the Aswan High Dam and the granite quarries where many of Ancient Egypt’s obelisks were made. See the unfinished obelisk still attached to the granite bedrock, commissioned by Hatshepsut but abandoned due to a large fault line. Take a motorboat across the Nile to the extraordinarily preserved temple complex of Isis on the island of Philae before boarding one of the most stylish and spacious boats in Egypt for your all-inclusive cruise. Set sail for Kom Ombo to see the riverside temple, uniquely dedicated to both the crocodile god, Sobek, and the falcon-headed Horus. Continue cruising and dock overnight at Edfu.
Ship: MS Tower Prestige. (BB,L,D)

DAY 6 – SAT – CRUISING
This morning you visit the well preserved temple of Horus at Edfu, dedicated to the Falcon God. Sit back and relax with a cold soft drink, local beer, glass of wine or bottle of water – all included on the cruise. Enjoy the ever-changing scenery as you float downstream to Luxor. On arrival, take a horse & carriage ride to visit the beautiful temple of Luxor. In the evening, don traditional attire for a fun-filled Egyptian Dinner and Galabea Party. (BB,L,HD)

DAY 7 – SUN – CRUISING
Cross the Nile by air-conditioned coach to the West Bank to see the huge Colossi of Memnon, and visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, blending into the cliff face above. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where the archeologist Carter unearthed Tutankhamen’s secret tomb. Return to Luxor to visit the immense Karnak temple, dedicated to the sun god Amon. Wander amid the avenues of sphinxes and halls of gigantic columns – an unforgettable journey into the world of Ancient Egypt. (BB,L,D)

DAY 8 – MON – LUXOR AT LEISURE
Disembark your cruise boat this morning and check into your famous hotel. Originally built in 1886 to attract the nobility of Europe, it has been home to Howard Carter, Jane Fonda, King Farouk as well as many other crown princes and princesses. Spend the afternoon at leisure. A visit to the Luxor Museum is just one suggestion.
Hotel: Old Winter Palace. (BB)

DAY 9 – TUE – LUXOR – CAIRO
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo where you are at leisure. Perhaps take an optional excursion to visit the Coptic Museums and hanging church?
Hotel: Conrad. (BB)

DAY 10 – WED – CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
Your tour comes to an exciting climax today with a tour of the riches of Giza. First drive to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser; the oldest pyramid in the world, it dates from 2700 BC. Now enjoy a guided tour of Giza where you see the enigmatic Sphinx and the magnificent Pyramids with a highlight visit inside one of these extraordinary creations! (BB)

DAY 11 – THU – RETURN TO USA
The tour ends with transfers to Cairo Airport. (BB)


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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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Hotels
Enjoy the superb facilities of one of the Nile’s finest ships, the ‘all inclusive’ Tower Prestige. The Conrad is one of Cairo’s best, while the Old Cataract in Aswan is living history with its high ceilings, long halls and moorish decor. Luxor’s Old Winter Palace has accommodated kings, presidents and film stars.

Fellow Passengers
In times past you may have found yourself rubbing shoulders with Julius Caesar, Napoleon or Agatha Christie. Nowadays, your companions will be like-minded people who enjoy travelling in comfort and style, and who have been lured by the romance and history of this ancient land.

Highlights
The Pyramids, Karnak, the Egyptian Museum, Luxor’s Valley of the Kings, the temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo – they are all here. The superior standard of hotels and the Nile cruise ship is also a highlight, as is the chance to soak up Egypt’s past as you take high tea on the famous terrace in Aswan.

Enjoy our Premium Highlights plus these extra tour features

Insight's Nile Cruising

  • 3 night Nile cruise on the top rated MS Tower Prestige (or similar)with cruise boat gratuities included
  • Deluxe hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Scheduled air travel between Cairo/Aswan & Luxor/CairoSightseeing by air-conditioned coach
  • Insight’s professional multi-lingual Egyptologist/Tour Director accompanies youServices of Insight’s Representative in Cairo
  • Insight Traveler document wallet, map book journal and information pack

Excursions & Sights

  • Visit the famous Khan El Khalili bazaars & see the Sakkara Step Pyramid in Cairo
  • Visit the unfinished obelisk in the granite quarries & see Aswan High Dam
  • Sail on a ‘felucca’ around Aswan’s Botanical gardens
  • Tour the temple at Kom Ombo dedicated to Sobek & Horus
  • Tour Luxor Temple and the awesome Karnak Temple See the Colossi of Memnon

Guided City Tours

  • In-depth sightseeing tour with audio headset in Cairo. Orientation tours in Luxor & Aswan

Complimentary Transfers

  • Complimentary arrival & departure transfers between Cairo airport and your tour hotel

Quality Dining & Entertainment

  • Egyptian dinner and Galabea Party with entertainment while cruising (HD)
  • All local wine and local beers and soft drinks included while cruising9 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 3 Lunches (L) and 2 Dinners, plus bottled water or tea or coffee (D)

CURRENT SPECIALS:

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EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS

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Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. Discounts apply to the land-only portion of your tour. Tour prices may change in future brochures. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

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YOUNG TRAVELLERS SAVE 10% AGED 5-17 YEARS :Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers you the opportunity of

sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. Young Travellers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room). On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveller must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension,

and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.

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5 OR MORE – SAVE 5%: If a group of 5 to 8 people travel together a discount of 5% per person applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

SAVE $$$ FOR 9 OR MORE : If you have a group of 9 or more people travelling together on the same scheduled tour, then you automatically qualify for big savings! Your savings will be determined by the number of people travelling so ask call for details. You may also reserve a tour departure exclusively for your group! Some restrictions apply. Please contact our Groups Department 1-866-475-7023.

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and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.  

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SAVE UP TO $2850 PER PERSON with Insight’s Room Mate Matching service Insight believes travelling solo should not cost you more! That’s why for people travelling alone on an Insight coach tour, we'll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don't have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note there is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises. 3. Does not apply to Irish Elegance.

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each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Share a Triple Room” reduction on the itinerary pages. Note the third bed will, on occasions, be a foldaway.

FREQUENT TRAVELLER SAVING

SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour

booking. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount.  Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise.

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SAVE $$$ON YOUR 2ND TOUR: Book two Insight vacations, each 7 days or longer and you will receive a reduction of 5%off the cheaper of the two tours. Both tours must be booked at the same time. This discount is per person.

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FREE LONDON RETURN : Passengers taking the 'Land only' option on our Discovery

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