Nile Riverboat Adventure - Middle East - The Adventure Company Worldwide Adventures 2012/3

Egypt 10 days Trip Code: RA Adventure Level A MEDITERR ANE AN SE A Nature & Cultural Wildlife Discovery llllllll lllll lll l Cairo Pyramids of Giza & Egyptian Museum JORDAN ll llll ll RIVE LE R NI lllll lllllll Cruise the Nile on a luxury riverboat � Discover bustling Cairo and the pyramids � Explore lively Aswan bazaars and Luxor temples Upgraded Nile riverboat Step aboard your riverboat in Aswan, equipped with sundeck and a small pool, and spend time cruising along the historic Nile to Luxor. As well as visiting the contrasting temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu, you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery along the riverbank. The trip also features the classic sites of Cairo, Luxor and Aswan � so you can see it all! Dates & Prices Guide Visit our website or call a Travel Consultant for the latest dates & prices. Alternatively scan your smart phone over the barcode. Itinerary Day 1 Fly to Cairo. Day 2 Pyramids In Cairo, visit the spectacular desert hills into the Valley of the Kings to explore its famous tombs. You'll see the wonders of Karnak Temple, built to honour the Gods of ancient Egypt. Return to Cairo by sleeper train. Day 9 Cairo The treasures of Egypt's capital await on your return - visit Saqqara (additional charge) or perhaps relax in one of the many traditional teahouses. Day 10 Fly home. Essentials Day 7/8 Luxor Ride donkeys through Your journey aboard the Nile riverboat is very pleasant, relaxing and comfortable. It can be hot during the day in summer months. Activities Swimming, walking, boat safari, uncover historical sites and ancient civilisations, explore temples and markets, city tour Transport Minibus, riverboat, calesh (horse-drawn carriage), donkey, on foot Accommodation Hotel (4nts), shared berth on riverboat (3nts), couchette berth on sleeper train (2nts) Meals included 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 5 dinners 2012 Sun 12 Feb - Tue 21 Feb Sun 25 Mar - Tue 3 Apr Sun 1 Apr - Tue 10 Apr Fri 1 Jun - Sun 10 Jun Sun 21 Oct - Tue 30 Oct Sun 18 Nov - Tue 27 Nov Tue 18 Dec - Thur 27 Dec Tue 25 Dec - Thur 3 Jan magnificent Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum, home to Tutankhamun's gold and one of the largest collections of artefacts in the world. Board a sleeper train to Aswan. Day 3 Aswan A free day to explore the colourful bazaars and try your hand at haggling or take an optional camel ride (additional charge) to St. Simeon's Monastery - a real desert experience. Day 4-6 Nile cruise The Nile is one of the main reasons people come to Egypt and you'll see why as you watch life pass by on the banks of this mighty river. En route, stop to explore the great temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. 2013 Sun 10 Feb - Tue 19 Feb Sun 24 Mar - Tue 2 Apr Sun 31 Mar - Tue 9 Apr Fri 24 May - Sun 2 Jun Sun 20 Oct - Tue 29 Oct Fri 25 Oct - Sun 3 Nov Sun 15 Dec - Tue 24 Dec Sun 22 Dec - Tue 31 Dec Tue 24 Dec - Thur 2 Jan Insider's view All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option from �156. For insurance details see p193. Flights Direct flights with Egypt Air from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change. + 4 Day Red Sea Extension If you wish to extend your holiday, you can spend a few extra days in Hurghada on a half board basis for some Red Sea relaxation. Why not snorkel or dive the warm waters and beautiful reefs of the Red Sea. Price including extension from �1,549 per person. Visit our website for full information on the extended day-to-day itinerary. Mummies at Karnak Temple 52 If you like this... If you like this trip, you may also like our Atlas, Sahara & Marrakech trip - p64 Aswan Average Daily Max Temp �C 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 0.010 0.008 0.006 0.004 0.002 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 9 10 10 10 11 12 12 12 11 10 10 9 0.000 For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/RA ll Edfu Horus Temple Kom Ombo Sobek & Haroeris Temple ll lll lll lll ll l Nile Riverboat Adventure ll lll EGY P T Hurghada Beach extension Luxor Karnak Temple & Valley of the Kings RED SE A lll Aswan Explore bazaar lllll Pyramids of Giza With flights Without flights �1,259 �1,299 �1,399 �1,199 �1,299 �1,279 �1,459 �1,489 �1,299 �1,329 �1,369 �1,249 �1,359 �1,329 �1,299 �1,499 �1,519 �719 �749 �899 �699 �739 �739 �919 �979 �739 �779 �919 �719 �759 �759 �899 �949 �999

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