Feluccas & Pharaohs - Egypt & Jordan - The Adventure Company Family Adventures 2012/3

Egypt 10 days Trip Code: FEG Admire modern Cairo and the ancient pyramids � Sail the peaceful Nile waters on your overnight felucca cruise � Explore the underwater world of the Red Sea Ideal for... Your itinerary Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 lllll Edfu-Horus Temple Kom Ombo lllllll 6 yrs+ Fly to Cairo Pyramids & Egyptian Museum; sleeper train to Aswan Aswan, free to explore, optional camel ride (additional charge); evening meal at Nubian family house Board felucca & sail north Sail towards Kom Ombo, visit Edfu Temple & transfer to Luxor Luxor; optional hot air balloon flight (additional charge); visit Valley of the Kings Visit Karnak Temple by calesh; drive to Hurghada Boat trip on the Red Sea for swimming & snorkelling Fly to Cairo; free time to explore - shopping or optional trips (additional charge) Fly home Insider's view It was all a highlight. The hustle and bustle of Cairo with all it's history and the fun overnight train journey to Aswan which the kids loved. My favourite part was the felucca, a great way to see the Nile and watch the world go by Finally, fun and frolics on the Red Sea with some fantastic snorkelling. David Depledge - Travel Consultant Felucca sailing in Aswan Trip Highlights Cairo & Pyramids Your trip starts in Cairo, where kids and adults alike will be amazed by the imposing pyramids at Giza. In the Egyptian Museum, discover Tutankhamun's gold mask and other relics that avoided the clutches of grave robbers. Nile Felucca Taking to the Nile you travel by age-old felucca sailboat. Along the way relax and enjoy the passing scenery. At night, you'll tie-up at the riverbank and listen to Nubian songs and drums around a campfire. Luxor Explore the famous Valley of the Kings and travel by horse-drawn carriage to the temples of Karnak where you can learn to read hieroglyphics. Whilst in Luxor, why not enjoy an optional hot air balloon ride? (Additional charge). Red Sea Heading across the desert to Hurghada, spend a day snorkelling over stunning coral reefs from your boat admiring the many different colourful fish. Is it suitable for my family? Minimum age: 5 years. A well-paced trip taking in Egypt's fantastic main sights. An ability to swim is recommended Activities Walking, swimming, snorkelling, uncover historical and ancient civilisations, boat safari, city tours, explore temples and markets Transport Minibus, sleeper train, felucca, calesh (horsedrawn carriage), boat, on foot, domestic flight. Accommodation Hotels (7nts), sleeper train (1nt), felucca (1nt) You'll mostly stay in hotels with en suite facilities. On the felucca, mattresses and blankets are provided. Be prepared for simple conditions. On the overnight train you'll have a couchette berth. Meals included 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 5 dinners The hotel in Hurghada is all inclusive however, you may want to bring some snacks. Swimming opportunities In the Red Sea and in pools at all hotels Cairo Average Daily Max Temp �C 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 50 40 30 20 10 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 7 8 9 9 10 12 11 11 10 9 8 7 0 22 For more information call 0845 004 9423 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/FEG lllll l ll lll lll lll ll l Feluccas & Pharaohs lll lllll llllllll EGY P T lll l Adventure Level A M E DI T E R R A N E A N S E A Nature & Cultural Wildlife Discovery ll llll Cairo Pyramids of Giza JORDAN ll ll lll RIVER NILE Hurghada Red Sea beach Luxor Karnak Temple & Valley of the Kings RED S E A Aswan Explore bazaar lllll

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