P & G Travel

2 Nights Alexandria, 4 nights Cairo,

3 nights Nile Cruise & 2 Nights Red Sea (Hurghada)

Nov 14
Day 1 - Departure Canada
Departure from Toronto on our flight to Cairo – (In flight meals).

Nov 15
Day 2 - Arrival Cairo - Alexandria
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted through Customs and Immigration by our Egyptian escort and then transferred to your hotel in Alexandria. (Meals B+D)
(Helnan Palestine Hotel or similar).

Nov 16
Day 3 - Alexandria
After breakfast, we will travel to the city of El Alamein to visit the site of one of the great battles of the Second World War. While there, we will visit the military cemeteries and the museum that house some of the personal possession of Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, the famed "Desert Fox".(Meals B+L+D)
(Helnan Palestine Hotel or similar).

Nov 17
Day 4 - Alexandria - Cairo
After breakfast, we will visit Pompeii’s Pillar& we will visit the Catacombs, an extensive three level funerary dating from the second century C.E. Next, we stop at the Roman Theatre and the newly opened Alexandrian Library. In antiquity, the library was the largest and most important in the world. The library was reopened in April 2002. Next, we will stop at the Montazeh Gardens where you can enjoy some beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. Depart Alexandria to Cairo. (Meals B+L+D)
(Marriott Cairo or similar).

Nov 18
Day 5 - Cairo - Pyramids Area Tour
Breakfast at hotel, A full day guided tour of Cairo begins with an excursion to the Egyptian Museum, which houses the largest and most comprehensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world, including the fabulous burial treasures of King Tutankhamen. There will also be an opportunity to visit the gallery of the Royal Mummies ($) which house some of the greatest pharaohs in Egyptian history like Seti I and his son the great Ramses II. After lunch at a local restaurant, we venture to Giza to view the great pyramid of Cheops, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Narrow passageways lead to the King’s Chamber deep in the heart of the six million ton, 756 ft. tall mausoleum. There will also be an opportunity to visit the Solar Boat museum on the plateau. Finally we will visit the incredible 4500-year- old 80-ton alabaster Sphinx, which guards the ancient pyramids. (Meals B+L+D)
(Marriott hotel or similar).

Nov 19
Day 6 - Coptic + Islamic Cairo Tour & Bazaar
After breakfast we will visit Islamic Cairo and experience another period of Egypt’s history dating from 640 C.E. We will visit the twelfth century Citadel of Salah El Dien with its two great mosques and a panoramic view of the city. After lunch, we explore the Christian parts of Cairo. First, we visit the Hanging Church, St. Sergius, to see the Crypt where the Holy Family took shelter. Next is a visit to St. Barbara’s Church where the relics of St. John are preserved. After lunch, we visit St. Mary’s Church in Zitoun where she appeared over the domes. Finally we continue to Matarea to see St. Mary’s tree where the Holy Family rested in its shade. We will also make a visit to the Jewish synagogue in Cairo as well. Our tour ends with a visit to the colourful Khan El Khalili Bazaar for some shopping. (Meals B+L)
(Cairo Marriott or similar).

Nov 20
Day 7 Cairo - Aswan
After breakfast, we check out from our hotel and transfer to CAIRO AIRPORT for the flight to Aswan. On arrival, we will be visiting the High Dam, unfinished Obelisque & Philae Temple. Afterwards we transfer to the Nile Cruise. We Check in. We will have lunch on board and an afternoon Felucca Ride. (Option tour to ABU SIMBEL available ($). (Meals B+L+D)
(Overnight on board).

Nov 21
Day 8 - Nile Cruise
Breakfast on board We will sail to Kom Ombo, visit Kom Ombo Temple. Sailing to Edfu visit Edfu Temple. Lunch on board. Sail to Esna pass the Lock and continue to Luxor. Dinner & overnight on board.
(Meals B+L+D).

Nov 22
Day 9 - Nile Cruise
After breakfast on board, we will visit the West Bank Valley & Colossi of Memnon, and Queen Hatchepsut Temple. Lunch on board. In the afternoon visit East Karnak and Luxor Temples. Dinner and overnight on board.(Meals B+L+D).

Nov 23
Day 10 - Luxor - Red Sea
Breakfast on board, Check out and transfer to our bus to travel to the Red Sea (Hurghada). You will be spending the next 2 days enjoying the sun and the clear crystal water of the Red Sea. (Meals B+L)
(Marriot Hurghada or similar).

Nov 24
Day 11 - Red Sea
Today we are at leisure to enjoy the water sports and the clear water of the Red Sea. (Meals B+ D)
(Hurghada Marriott or similar).

Options not included in the tour:
Visit the colourful market; enjoy golf, camel rides, desert safari, and Bedouin dinner.

Nov 25
Day 12 - Hurghada - Cairo
After breakfast at transfer to Cairo Air port for our flight back to Cairo.
The remaining of the day at leisure – Farewell Dinner (Surprise). (Meals B+ D)
(Marriott Cairo or similar).

Nov 26
Day 13 - Departure
Breakfast at our hotel.
Check Out from our hotel, Transfer to CAIRO AIRPORT for our flight home – End of service. (Meals B).

PLEASE NOTE:
Due to changes in air schedules while on tour, the order of days in the itinerary may change.

TOUR INCLUDES:
• Round trip airfare from Toronto to Cairo
• Domestic flight CAIRO/ASWAN –HURGHADA/CAIRO
• Coach from LUXOR - HURGHADA
• Five Star Hotel accommodation as per the itinerary based on twin share
• All transfers and transportation by private, luxury air-conditioned coach with driver/guide
• Arrival meet & Greet guide assistance, Departure guide assistance
• Professional English speaking tour guide through out the tour
• Sightseeing and entrance fee as per the itinerary
• Tipping to hotels, porters & cruise
• Meals as indicated on the Itinerary (B-Breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner)
• 12 breakfast – 8 Lunches – 7 Dinners GM Tours travel bag
• Entry Visa

NOT INCLUDED:
• All departure taxes if applicable
• Meals unless listed in the itinerary, Beverages during meals, Early check- in & late check out of rooms
(standard check - in time is 2pm and check out 10am)
• Personal expenses and Travel Insurance (Highly Recommended)
• Gratuities to Drivers & Guides
• ABU SIMBEL and/or any options mentioned in the itinerary

COST PER PERSON - Double Occupancy

$3999

$675.00 single supplement

Not included in above prices are the air departure taxes and fuel surcharge,
estimated at $440.00 per person.
Please note: air taxes and fuel surcharge are subject to change prior to ticketing.

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