Day 1 - Cairo
Tuesday. Welcome to Egypt and the start of your Egyptian adventure! Arrive Cairo, included airport transfer to hotel and overnight. Overnight - Cairo

Day 2 - Pyramids & Saqqara
Today, we visit Giza Plateau, where we explore the pyramids and Sphinx. It is estimated Cheops (the largest of the pyramids) was constructed from no less than 2.5million quarried limestone blocks, weighing around 6 million tonnes. Later we explore Saqqara - an ancient necropolis with many half-buried tombs and the famous Zhoser's step pyramid.

Day 3 - Bahariyya Oasis
Cairo – Bahariyya Oasis. This morning we drive to Bahariyya. Upon arrival there is time to explore before watching a beautiful sunset over the rugged desertscape.

Day 4 - White Desert
Bahariyya Oasis - White Desert. We check out Bahariyya - an ancient oasis. Continuing by 4x4, we visit the Temple of Alexander the Great, Tombs of the Nobles and the Black Desert, as we push towards the White Desert. So named, as the sand resembles snow, the striking White Desert is full of unusual wind-eroded limestone formations and our remote overnight base.

Day 5 - Al Qasr, Abandoned City
White Desert - Dakhla Oasis. Driving to Farafra oasis, we visit a local artist and sculptor Mr Badr Aly at the Badr Museum. Much of his work made from natural materials and coloured sands found within the oasis offers an insight into local life, customs and traditions. Before arriving to Dakhla, we explore the fascinating, only recently abandoned medieval city of Al Qasr. Wander the eerie high walled city, mosque, school, olive press and court. Many of the houses here have acacia wood lintels above the doorways whose kufic (Islamic script inscriptions name the builder or occupants of the dwelling. Additionally, the inscriptions trace the family heritage, the oldest dating back to 1518. We continue on to Deir al-Haggar - the Roman Temple dedicated to the Theban Triad and take a dip in the local, mineral rich hot springs.

Day 6 - Kharga Oasis
Dakhla Oasis - Kharga Oasis - Luxor. Journeying onward to Kharga we visit the Temple of Hibis (exterior only) and the rambling 4th century necropolis of al-Bagawat. After lunch we drive east to Luxor.

Day 7 - Aswan High Dam & Philae Temple
Luxor - Aswan. Today we travel south to Aswan by train or road. After hotel check in, its time to explore the mighty Aswan High Dam and travel by boat to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Remainder of day and evening free.

Day 8 - Felucca Cruise
Aswan – Nile felucca cruise. Optional early morning air excursion to the colossal Temple of Abu Simbel. This afternoon, we board our Nile felucca for a 2-night voyage on the River Nile downstream. Overnight onboard the felucca. If sailing by felucca is not for you, consider upgrading to a 5 star luxury Nile Cruise with our Nile Cruise Upgrade.

Day 10 - Kom Ombo & Edfu Temple
Kom Ombo - Edfu - Luxor. Disembarking, we enjoy a visit to Kom Ombo Temple and the Temple of Horus at Edfu - a huge complex that began construction in 237 BC! We then continue to Luxor. Home of the legendary Valley of the Kings and Temple of Karnak. Enjoy some rest and relaxation. Tonight, an optional visit is available to the Temple of Luxor (book and pay locally), alternatively enjoy your evening at leisure.

Day 11 - Valley of the Kings
Luxor - Cairo. An early start allows us to avoid some of the fierce heat as we venture to the striking Valley of the Kings. (Optional hot air ballooning prior to Valley of the Kings tour). Highlights of our visit include the Colossi of Memnon - a massive pair of statues that stand silent against a backdrop of history, the legendary Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. The Valley of the Kings is studded with often highly decorated tombs, constructed to once house the regal sarcophagi enclosed mummies of the mighty pharaohs, awaiting their passage into the after-life.

This afternoon after lunch and time to relax, we visit the Temple of Karnak, a spectacular temple on a gigantic scale dedicated to the Theban gods. Karnak is ancient Egypt at it’s very best.Tonight, we return to Cairo by seater train. It is possible to upgrade to the sleeper cabin.

Day 12 - Egyptian Museum
Arrive and hotel check in. Later we enjoy a guided visit to the Egyptian Museum. See the famous Tutankhamen solid gold death mask or opt to see the Royal Mummy Room, if you dare. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore Cairo your way.

Day 13 - Cairo
Sunday. Our tour ends after breakfast. Included onward transfer to airport. Happy Travels!

Duration - 13 days

Prices are updated frequently and are subject to change. Please call 1866 940 0214 for most up to date pricing.

Tour Departure Dates	Pricing
Tue May 29 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Jun 12 2012 to	$1369** per Adult
Tue Jun 26 2012 to	$1369** per Adult
Tue Jul 10 2012 to	$1369** per Adult
Tue Jul 24 2012 to	$1369** per Adult
Tue Aug 07 2012 to	$1369** per Adult
Tue Aug 21 2012 to	$1369** per Adult
Tue Sep 04 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Sep 18 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Oct 02 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Oct 16 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Oct 30 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Nov 13 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Nov 27 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Dec 11 2012 to	$1499** per Adult
Mon Dec 17 2012 to	$1569** per Adult
Tue Jan 22 2013 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Feb 12 2013 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Feb 26 2013 to	$1499** per Adult
Tue Mar 12 2013 to	$1499** per Adult

** Taxes and fees included. Airfare not included.