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18 days · Cairo to Cairo
Egypt
The Facts
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70% hotels/hostels, 30% felucca sailing, 2 overnight seater trains 12 breakfasts, all meals onboard felucca For info about how it all works, see pages 4 to 9 Entrance fees to sites listed as part of the itinerary are not included
Our amazing 18 day journey encompasses the best of Egypt. You'll travel through golden deserts and take in magnificent pyramids, stunning temples, the grandeur of the Nile and the country's charming modern cultures. Discover the essence of Egypt - an amalgam of age old artefacts, exotic civilisations, grand bazaars and unique customs.
Day 1-4, Cairo - Wadi El Natrun - Siwa - We begin in Cairo and then travel to Wadi El Natrun to visit the Coptic monasteries. Next we visit Siwa where there's time to explore many famous temples, visit the `mountain of the dead', and take an optional jeep safari to the surrounding desert. Siwa Oasis is truly an area of Egypt where time has stood still. Day 5-8, Alexandria - Cairo - Alexandria, founded by Alexander the great, is steeped in ancient history and there are many famous sights to admire and photograph. Alexandria is also home to one of the six lost wonders of the world. Next, we return to busy Cairo for more shopping and sightseeing. Day 14-18, Luxor - Cairo - Disembarking at Kom Ombo temple, we drive to Edfu and then onto Luxor where we include a visit to the breathtaking Karnak temple. We then take a donkey ride into the Valley of the Kings, home to the famous tomb discovery of King Tutankhamun. We return to Cairo for our last night to get into a bit of last minute shopping and sightseeing! Please note: It is possible that the Egyptian Government may stop tourists from using overnight seater trains between Cairo and Luxor/ Aswan. If this does happen we will have to use the sleeper trains and this will attract a surcharge of US$35 per journey. We hope that this change does not come in to effect but recommend that you check at the time of booking for the latest information.
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Visit our website to download our Optional Excursions Guide for details about the activities and optional extras offered on this tour. Cairo to Cairo - 18 days Code: BXSN £350 · 530 · CHF880 · US$700 C$750 · A$840 · NZ$950 Plus Local Fund of US$400
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Day 9-13, Cairo - Aswan - Felucca cruise - Gain an insight into Nubian culture in Aswan and explore the colourful markets before our relaxing 2 night Felucca cruise along the River Nile. As we cruise along Egypt's lifeline you'll glimpse farmers, buffalo drinking at the shores, birds and the daily life of the locals.
Alexandria
Cairo
Siwa Oasis Wadi El Natrun
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EGYPT
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Luxor Aswan
Abu Simbel
Lake Nasser
Take an authentic carriage ride in Aswan
Pyramids of Giza
Sail along the Nile in a felucca
Siwa & Nile Trip Notes: www.budgetexpeditions.com/tripnotes/bxsn
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