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Egypt & Nile Cruise
Tour Operator: RTT Group Tours
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Day 1: Departure  Meet your RTT escort for the airport transfer to Frankfurt, or join the group at Frankfurt* airport for check-in. Direct flight to Cairo. Depending on the flight and ship schedules, the first night may be in Cairo, Luxor, or Aswan. The latter destinations will have connecting flights out of Cairo. A local representative will meet your group at the airport and escort you to your lodgings. Dinner on the arrival night is not included.

The following daily itineraries will take place in any order, depending on your arrival city and the cruise ship schedule. Each day will have an early morning departure for tour destinations. Shopping stops will be part of most days’ agenda and will fit the cultural aspects of the tour.

Day 2: Sakkara, Memphis, Giza: In an all-day excursion you will see the silent witnesses of the earliest Egyptian civilization of the Old Kingdom. Visit Sakkara, with the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Memphis, the capital of the Old Kingdom and the home of the Alabaster Sphinx. The statue of Ramses II is not many steps away. On the Giza plateau, you will see the breathtaking epitome of ancient Egyptian sepulchral art and architecture - the overwhelming sight of the mighty Cheops Pyramid, the Chephren and Mykerinos Pyramids and the gigantic Sphinx. Decide whether you want to visit the inside of one of the pyramids (entry fee not included). Breakfast, lunch and dinner included (excluding beverages).

Day 3: Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo, Mosque, Khan El Khalili: A half-day city tour focuses on the Hanging Church, the Crypt of the Holy Family, the oldest synagogue in Africa, and a representative mosque of the old city – all before visiting the famous Khan El Khalili bazaar! Informative time is spent in the Egyptian Museum, contemplating the treasures of ancient civilization and the wonders found in King Tut’s tomb. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included (excluding beverages).


Day 4: Luxor Necropolis and Temples: Early in the morning, cross the Nile and with a short bus ride arrive at the cultural zenith of the tour – the Valley of the Kings. Here the Pharaohs came to their final rest in the mysterious, rugged valley of the Thebes Mountains. Stand in awe before the fabulous Necropolis of Queen Hatchepsut and take in a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, stone guardians of the West Bank. Visit the temples of Luxor and Karnak with their gigantic galleries of pillars, their mammoth entrance pylons and oversized statues of the pharaohs. Sail in the afternoon and pass through the locks at Esna. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included (excluding beverages).

Day 5: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples: Cruise today on the River Nile! Enjoy photographing the riverbanks and local culture as you relax on the sun deck on your way to Assuan, our next destination. Land excursions include the temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo. Kom Ombo includes the dual temples of the gods Sobek and Haroeris on a picturesque terrace beside the Nile. The well-preserved temple dedicated to Horus at Edfu includes wall illustrations of the ancient “royal family” and their family feuds! Breakfast, lunch and dinner included (excluding beverages).

Day 6: Unfinished Obelisk, High Dam, Philae Temple: After arriving in Aswan, visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarry, an example of the gigantic projects undertaken by an ancient civilization. A photo stop on the High Dam will give you insight into the importance of the project for Egypt and its impact on the local population. Motorboat rides on Aswan Lake take us out to the Philae Temple, raised from the lakebed and preserved in its original form. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included (excluding beverages).


Day 7: Abu Simbel (optional) and boat ride on the Nile in Aswaan: Join an optional excursion to Abu Simbel, the gigantic Ramses Temple and its companion Hathor Temple were the first World UNESCO Project, saved from the rising waters of Nasser Lake with the building of the High Dam. Relax in Aswan with a sailboat ride (depending on the weather, a motorboat may be substituted for the felucca) on the Nile and visit a typical Nubian Village (optional) along the shore. During the boat ride you will see some of the scenic areas and islands of the Nile: Kitchner’s Island, Elefantine Island and the Aga Khan Memorial. Camel rides here may complete your experience (not included)! Breakfast, lunch and dinner included (excluding beverages).

Day 8: Return flight: Full of unforgettable experiences and impressions, return via Cairo to Frankfurt.

*Other departure airports in Europe are available for these tour dates. There may be some difference in tour price. Please inquire with RTT.
 

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2010 Booking Details Click here for Reservations
   
Prices  & Departures 2010 Adult Child* Child** Sing. Sup
C Oct 9-16 Confirmed €1499 €999 €1239 €239
D1 Nov 20-27  FULL! €1499 €999 €1239 €239
D2 Nov 21-28‡   Confirmed €1499 €999 €1239 €239
E Dec 19-26  Christmas! €1699 €1119 €1389 €254
F Dec 26 - 2 Jan Confirmed €1699 €1119 €1389 €254
*1 Child, 2-11 years, staying in same room with 2 full paying adult
**1 Child, 2-11 years, staying in same room with 1 full paying adult
‡  Indicates this second departure is anticipated to accommodate overflow bookings.    
    This date will not be available until first departure date is sold out.
 
Included in Tour Price
  Round trip airfare Egypt Air Frankfurt- Cairo- Frankfurt
All transfers (airport-hotel/ships-airport) in Egypt
Domestic Flight with Egypt Air according to program
3 Overnights in Cairo:
     - 5 star hotel local standard
     - with breakfast, lunch and dinners most days beginning on day 2
4 Overnights aboard a 5 star deluxe cruise ship (local standard) cruise ship with:
     - Outside cabin,
     - Breakfasts
     - Lunches
     - Dinners
Excursion Package:
      - all transfers
      - sightseeing
      - entrance fees according to itinerary
Most Tips for in country service providers
Visa Fee
Airport Taxes
Local English speaking expert guide in Egypt
RTT Tour escort
 
Optional Bus Transfer
 

An optional Bus transfer from Ramstein Air Base to Frankfurt Airport and back is offered at €50 per person round trip.  Minimum participation of 6 persons needed.

 
Not Included
  Items of a personal nature, individual purchases
Single room supplement: See price chart as fee varies by date
Entrance to a pyramid
Tip for your expert local guide in Egypt
Insurance several packages are available. Check with RTT for details
Bus Transportation option Ramstein Air Base to Frankfurt roundtrip €50 per person, 6 passenger minimum.
Optional excursions, booked locally:
Abu Simbel (by domestic flight), camel ride, Nubian Village visit, Sound & Light show. More information about the costs for optional excursions will be available about 30 days before travel.
 
Cancellation Fees (Per Person)
 

Cancellation Fees (per person)
$20 RTT Administrative service fee will be charged for cancellations plus:
From the day of booking until to 40 days before departure date – €200 per person
39-22 days before beginning of the trip – 20% of tour price per person
21-15 days before the trip begins – 30% of tour price per person
14-8 days before the trip begins – 45% of tour price per person
7-2 days before the trip begins – 80% of tour price per person
No Refunds for No Shows!

 
Documents
  All travelers must possess a valid US tourist passport valid for 6 months after the tour ends and with at least 2 empty visa pages.
Required visa will be issued at Airport in Cairo (cost included in tour price).
Citizens of other countries must check with the Egyptian Embassy about entry requirements.
 
Currency
  Euros, Dollars, Local Currency & Credit cards.  No personal checks can be cashed during the tour, so please plan  accordingly
 
Special Notes
 

1)  Days one and eight are considered travel days only
2)  Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice (quality of the tour will not be sacrificed).  Right is reserved to program and hotel changes and alterations as well as substitution of services listed above, when and where necessary, without prior notice

3)  Bring your swim suit- pools available at the hotel and on ship
4)  Approximately 100 Egyptian pounds will be need for local use, purchase in Egypt.
5)  Minimum €200 PER PERSON deposit is required to book.
Full payment required NLT 6 weeks prior to departure.
6) 
Minimum of 20 passengers needed to confirm tour. 
7)  Conditions of tour operator accepted upon booking. Detailed information available at your RTT office. RTT is only acting as an agent for the tour operator and is therefore in no way responsible for the fulfillment of their obligations, nor is RTT to be held liable for accidents, delays, losses, etc. The liability of the contractor, however, remains unprejudiced.
8)  Any fuel surcharges levied after tour booking are the responsibility of the traveler.

 

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