Cairo to Hurghada Tour

15 Days in Egypt Cruise Tour 5 Nights Cairo, 4 Night Nile cruise 4 Nights in Hurghada `includes air,` Available from $1999 per person

Explore Ancient Cairo, Enjoy a Nile cruise, and explore the crystal clear water, untouched reefs and a multitude of ship wrecks, in Hurghada.
Package includes: Roundtrip Air From New York (JFK) To Cairo. 5-night hotel accommodation in Cairo, including breakfast. 4-night Nile cruise, in Junior Suite Outside Cabin, including all meals. 4-night hotel accommodation in Hurghada, including all meals. All shore excursions including entrance fees and guidance. Domestic flights within Egypt. Sightseeing in Cairo as per itinerary with lunch and including entrance fees and guidance. All transfers within Egypt with local hosting. Transportation provided by air-conditioned motor coach. Private car transfer between Luxor and Hurghada. Service of an English-speaking Egyptologist during sightseeing

Travel Dates	Air & Land	Land Only	Single Supplement
January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2008	$2619.00	$1639.00	$519.00
February 7, 14, 21, 27	$2619.00	$1639.00	$519.00
March 6, 13	$2619.00	$1639.00	$749.00
March 20	$3119.00	$2079.00	$519.00
March	$2619.00	$1639.00	$519.00
April 3, 10, 17, 24	$2679.00	$1639.00	$519.00
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	$2619.00	$1659.00	$519.00
June 5, 12	$2879.00	$1659.00	$519.00
June 19, 26	$3019.00	$1659.00	$519.00
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31	$3019.00	$1659.00	$519.00
August 7, 14	$2879.00	$1659.00	$519.00
August 21, 28	$2649.00	$1659.00	$519.00




A few Highlights: Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, which houses the world's largest collection of artifacts from the era of the pharaohs including some belonging to King Tut. Tour Old Cairo, where early Judaism and Christianity flourished in Egypt. Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the defending Sphinx, which have stood for the last 5000 years. Then on to ancient Memphis, the first capital of Upper and Lower Egypt. Also visit Sakkara, site of the Step Pyramid of Zoser. Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, the best preserved of all the large Egyptian Temples. Cross the Nile to the West Bank. Visit the Necropolis of Thebes, Colossi of Memnon, Queen Hatshepsut Funerary Temple, and the Valley of the Kings and Queens.

Our Hotels
Sofitel Le Sphinx Hotel This five star modern hotel is surrounded by a large garden facing the Pyramids of Giza. The hotel has 274 rooms with suites and apartments, which are well kept and decorated nicely. GUEST ROOMS -- The medium sized rooms are decorated in light pastel colors with matching furniture and are well equipped. The fully tiled bathrooms are kept in excellent condition, as are the bedrooms. LOCATION -- The hotel is located close to the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. It is only 9 miles from the city center which can be reached by public transport. Giza Station is just 3 miles away. It is a 15 minute walk to the closest bus stop. RESTAURANTS -- The Romeo and Juliet is open with views across the lobby and swimming pool. The restaurant has a good selection of international cuisine, as well as traditional Arabic specialties.
Hilton Hurghada Long Beach Resort Hilton Hurghada Long Beach Resort is a modern and comfortable first class hotel, located directly by the magnificent Red Sea, which is considered one of the most attractive diving and snorkeling sites. Location - Situated on the southern tip of Hurghada, Hilton Hurghada Long Beach Resort is located in a very quiet and relaxing area directly on the beach. Guest Rooms - Rooms are spacious and equipped with air-conditioning, bathroom, balcony, telephone, mini bar, hair dryer, and satellite TV. Restaurants - The hotel offers numerous restaurants serving international cuisine. Number of Rooms: 430

Hurghada, known in Egypt as Ghardaga, was at one time just a simple fishing village. But now, with it's crystal clear water, untouched reefs and a multitude of ship wrecks, it has become one of the best Egyptian tourist destinations. The small town centre with its bazaars, mosques and lively atmosphere reflects typical Egyptian life. Further inland lie the Desert Mountains, ideal for desert tours. Most of all Hurghada offers sunshine and relaxation - all you could want for your holiday. With more than 20 km (12.5 miles) of hotels along the beach, Hurghada can satisfy the needs of every visitor, from scubadiving to windsurfing to desert safaris. One can choose from the finest 5 Star Hotels to simple Guest Houses, and everything in-between. Hurghada is world renowned as a center for some of the world's best Diving. Within a couple of hours from your hotel you can be amongst a group of islands that are the home to Dive Sites guaranteed to astound even the most experienced divers. The offshore islands tempt the diver to discovery. Of course many other recreational activities are available. Temperature Throughout the year Hurghada has a warm and dry desert climate with a steady breeze. Summers are very hot - be sure to protect yourself against the sun. In winter the temperature lies between 20° - 25° Celsius (68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit) and water temperature reaches 20° - 22° Celsius. 9 (68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit) Enjoy a delightful submarine ride nearby, to view the underwater life in a unique fashion. Other nearby islands and destinations include the Shadwan Island (Diving, snorkeling, fishing but no swimming), Shaab Abu Shiban (Diving, snorkeling and swimming), Shaab el-Erg (Diving, fishing and snorkeling), Umm Gammar Island (Diving and snorkeling), Shasb Saghir Umm Gammae (Diving), Careless Reef (Diving), Abu Ramada Island (Diving), Shaab Abu Ramada (Fishing), Dishet el-Dhaba (Beaches and swimming), Shaab Abu Hashish (Beaches, diving, snorkeling, swimming and fishing), Sharm el-Arab (Diving, swimming and fishing and Abu Minqar Island (Beaches and swimming).

Day by Day Itinerary DAY 01: Thursday - Depart to Egypt today. DAY 02: Friday - Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted through customs and formalities, then transferred to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Cairo. DAY 03: Saturday - Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, which houses the world's largest collection of artifacts from the era of the pharaohs including some belonging to King Tut. Tour Old Cairo, where early Judaism and Christianity flourished in Egypt. Visit sites like the Ben Ezra Synagogue and the Moallaka Church, where the Virgin Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus took refuge. After lunch, drive to the Islamic quarter to visit the Great Citadel and visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque, also known as the "Alabaster Mosque". Enjoy a walking tour of the colorful Khan El Khalili Bazaar district. Overnight in Cairo. (B/L) DAY 04: Sunday - Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the defending Sphinx, which have stood for the last 5000 years. Continue to ancient Memphis, the first capital of Upper and Lower Egypt. Also visit Sakkara, site of the Step Pyramid of Zoser. Overnight in Cairo. (B/L) DAY 05: Monday - The day is at leisure. Overnight in Cairo. (B) DAY 06: Tuesday- You will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be transferred to your Deluxe Nile Cruise Boat for a 5-day/4-night Nile cruise. Accommodations aboard will consist of an Outside Cabin with private facilities. Afternoon sail by felucca for an outside visit to the Agha Khan Mausoleum and Elephantine Island. Overnight on board. (B/L/D) DAY 07: Wednesday - Visit the High Dam, Old Dam, Philae Temple, and the Granite Quarries. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board. (B/L/D) DAY 08: Thursday - Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, the best preserved of all the large Egyptian Temples. Sail to Luxor. Overnight on board. (B/L/D) DAY 09: Friday - Cross the Nile to the West Bank. Visit the Necropolis of Thebes, Colossi of Memnon, Queen Hatshepsut Funerary Temple, and the Valley of the Kings and Queens. Overnight on board. (B/L/D) DAY 10: Saturday - After disembarkation, travel by private car to your hotel in Hurghada. Overnight in Hurghada. (B/L/D) DAY 11: Sunday - The day is at leisure. Overnight in Hurghada. (B/L/D) DAY 12: Monday - The day is at leisure. Overnight in Hurghada. (B/L/D) DAY 13: Tuesday - The day is at leisure. Overnight in Hurghada. (B/L/D) DAY 14: Wednesday - You will be transferred to Hurghada Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo. (B) DAY 15: Thursday - You will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your return flight. (B)

Optional tours available DAY 4 Sunday - Solar Boat Museum $25. DAY 4 Sunday - Sound and Light Show in Cairo $35. DAY 5 Monday - Day Trip to Alexandria $125. DAY 6 Tuesday - Abu Simbel Excursion $195. DAY 9 Friday - Sound and Light Show in Luxor $35.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $200 pp non-refundable deposit is due at the time of reservation. For programs including sea or river cruises, deposit is $250 pp. During Peak Holiday Seasons, deposits are $250 pp and $400 pp respectively. FULL PAYMENT: Due 45 days prior to departure (65 days for packages including sea, River Cruises). Holidays and certain restricted airfare discounts may require earlier payment. You will be advised at the time of reservation. Payments made within 21 days of departure must be in the form of a certified check or credit card. PRICES: Reflect a 3% discount for purchases made with cash or checks. There are no discounts for sales made by credit card. Prices are based upon shared twin room occupancy. In case of human or computer error, we reserves the right to re-invoice for the correct price or service. A full refund will be made to passengers who choose not to pay an increase, provided we receives a written cancellation within five days of the price increase notification. Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Contact us for full terms and conditions. Prices quoted do include fuel surcharges, but do not include airport fees or airline taxes.