10 days / 9 nights
The birthplace of one of the most glorious civilizations the world has ever known, Egypt's Nile Valley has been attracting visitors for more than five thousand years. With A&K's own private Sun Boat fleet and Egyptologist-guides at hand, this is a destination perfect for the first-time independent traveller and the intrepid veteran alike.
Signature Series programs, a part of our Signature CollectionSM, are fast, easy-to-book itineraries for independent travellers, offering a private alternative to popular group destinations. Choose one of our suggested Signature itineraries, for an independent holiday honed to perfection by over four decades of A&K expertise. With your own exclusive party of family or friends, you'll enjoy the best destinations, finest hotels, "must-see" sights and the services of expert local guides - as well as private transfers and selected meals. Our Signature itineraries give you private travel at its best.
DAYS 1-2: USA or Canada — Cairo, Egypt
DAY 3: Cairo
DAY 4: Cairo
DAY 5: Cairo — Luxor
DAY 6: Luxor — Denderah — Luxor
DAY 7: Luxor — Esna — Edfu — Kom Ombo
DAY 8: Kom Ombo — Aswan
DAY 9: Aswan — Abu Simbel — Cairo
DAY 10: Cairo — USA or Canada
Your Egyptian adventure begins with a personal welcome from an Abercrombie & Kent representative, who assists you through customs and escorts you to your luxurious hotel.
Four Seasons Hotel
This morning, begin by exploring the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, home of the golden treasures recovered from Tutankhamun's tomb. Later, a walking tour of Islamic Cairo takes you from one of the remaining gates of the city, Bab El Fotouh, to Khan El Khalili Bazaar for a traditional lunch.
Four Seasons Hotel: B, L
Explore the relics of ages past at ancient Memphis, Sakkara and the Great Pyramids of Giza where the Great Sphinx continues to guard these royal monuments.
Four Seasons Hotel: B, L
Your first stop is the Temple of Karnak, famous for its Great Hypostyle Hall whose 134 columns occupy an area greater than Notre Dame Cathedral. Board 'Sun Boat IV,' your home for the next five days of exploration. After lunch, cross the Nile to explore the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. View the fabled Colossi of Memnon and the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt's first female pharaoh.
MS 'Sun Boat IV': B, L, D
Cruise northward to Qena on a scenic route far from the crowds and other cruise ships. Visit the beautiful Ptolemaic Temple of the Goddess Hathor at Denderah, with its dark chambers, underground passages and towering columns inscribed with hieroglyphics. Cruise back to Luxor for a tour of Luxor Temple.
MS 'Sun Boat IV': B, L, D
Cruise to Edfu to explore the second largest and best preserved Greco-Roman temple in Egypt, the extraordinary Temple of Horus, the falcon-headed god.
MS 'Sun Boat IV': B, L, D
Disembark at Kom Ombo ("hill of gold") to visit the lovely Greco-Roman temple, uniquely dedicated to both the crocodile god and the sun god. An afternoon excursion takes you to the majestic Philae Temple on the Island of Agilika and the Unfinished Obelisk. Weather permitting, end the day with a cruise around the Aswan islands in a felucca (sail boat).
MS 'Sun Boat IV': B, L, D
Explore the two magnificent temples of Ramses II and his wife Queen Nefertari in Abu Simbel. Fly back to Cairo with the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
Fairmont Towers Heliopolis: B, L
Board your international flight.
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| Date | Nile Deck | Main Deck | Bridge Deck | Promenade | Presidential | Royal Suite |
| May - September | $4,995 | $5,190 | $5,290 | $5,390 | $6,225 | $6,990 |
| Single Supplement May - September |
$1,640 | $1,705 | $1,735 | $1,765 | $2,310 | $2,725 |
| Balance of the Year | $5,625 | $5,765 | $5,865 | $5,965 | $6,795 | $7,565 |
| Single Supplement Balance of the Year |
$1,975 | $2,035 | $2,070 | $2,100 | $2,645 | $3,060 |
| January 1 - 10 | July 23 - August 1 |
| January 15 - 24 | August 6 - 15 |
| January 29 - February 7 | August 20 - 29 |
| February 12 - 21 | September 10 - 19 |
| March 12 - 21 | September 24 - October 3 |
| March 26 - April 4 | October 1 - 10 |
| April 9 - 18 | October 22 - 31 |
| April 16 - 25 | November 5 - 14 |
| April 30 - May 9 | November 19 - 28 |
| May 14 - 23 | December 10 - 19 |
| July 2 - 11 | December 17 - 26* |
Dates, itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Prices for hotel room upgrades are available upon request.
* Holiday surcharge will apply.
Internal Airfare: Economy Class (Cairo / Luxor; Aswan / Abu Simbel / Cairo) . . . $630
A&K Egypt Tours
Signature Series
Highlights of Egypt |
Splendors of the Nile |
Pharaoh's & Pyramids |
Highlights of Egypt & Jordan |
Highlights of Egypt & Kenya
(Independent Itineraries - Ready to Reserve):
Egypt |
Jordan |
Israel
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For more information on any of the fabulous A&K Egypt Tours drop us a note or call Rex Travel at 800-777-7739 |
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