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EGYPT & MIDDLE EAST
Sailing the Nile
EGYPT
Valley of the Kings donkey trek
Nile Felucca Sailtrek
10 DAYS HOTELS/FELUCCA EXPLORING THE LAND OF THE PHARAOHS
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the way, we stop to visit the monumental temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. The pace of our sailtrek is dictated by wind and river conditions, so our nightstops are flexible. Luxor Ancient Thebes We drive to Luxor, the site of ancient Thebes, to discover the richest concentration of archaeological wonders in the western world and a place where the sky is always pure blue! We explore the Great Temple of Amun at Karnak and organise a donkey trek along an ancient route to the Valley of the Kings the painted gallery of pharaohs tombs.
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Pyramids Sphinx
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Optional balloon
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Valley of the Kings Donkey trek Edfu Temple
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Kom Ombo Temple
Karnak Temple
Hot air ballooning
Ballooning over ancient Theban remains: an experience of a lifetime! See p82 and tour dossier for details.
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UPPER EGYPT
St. Simeons Monastery
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High Dam
Lake Nasser
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Extend your tour...
Why not lengthen your Felucca Sailtrek with one of the following extensions: Red Sea Coast p85 or Desert Oases p87 (see map on p87).
This classic adventure was pioneered by Explore more than 20 years ago, and includes a 3-day sail through Upper Egypt by traditional felucca sailboat. We explore the great temples of Karnak and Edfu, and enjoy a donkey trek to the Valley of the Kings.
Pyramids & Aswan Beginning in Cairo, we visit the Great Pyramids at Giza, the enigmatic Sphinx and Egyptian Museum. Then travel by overnight train to the colourful and easy-going town of Aswan, located on the first Nile cataract. From here you can take an optional excursion to the famous rock-cut temple of Abu Simbel, 3000 years old and dedicated to the pharaoh Ramses II. 3-Day Felucca Sailtrek Setting sail at a relaxed pace we continue by Nile felucca, the ideal way of getting to know the river and its people. As well as observing life in the many small villages and farms along
FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Cairo. 2 In Cairo; visit Pyramids and Egyptian Museum; overnight train Aswan. 3 & 4 In Aswan; optional visits to Philae Temple and Abu Simbel. 5 Optional camel trek to St Simeons monastery; board felucca. 6 & 7 Journey on Nile aboard felucca via Kom Ombo to Edfu. 8 Arrive Edfu; visit temple; drive Luxor, visit Karnak Temple. 9 In Luxor; trek by donkey to Valley of the Kings. 10 Fly London. Note: Certain departures may operate on an alternative itinerary. Accommodation & Meals: 5nts hotel, 3nts felucca, 1nt overnight train; 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 3 dinners included. See insert p2. Mode of Travel: Bus/Train/3-day Felucca Sailtrek/ Donkey trek to Valley of the Kings/Calesh. Comment: A classic journey with a varied mix of sightseeing, exploring and relaxing. Be prepared for some early mornings as we sometimes explore before the heat of the day. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s), some local guides, boatmen and a cook on sailtrek. Group Size: Approx. 16 to 20 aboard up to three feluccas.
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