Tour Features
Departure from Toronto, Montreal or New York on our overnight flight to Cairo. (In-flight meals)
CanadaUpon arrival at Cairo International Airport we will be met and assisted through immigration and customs then transferred to our hotel.
Cairo, EgyptToday we visit the great Pyramids of Giza and their guardian Sphinx, Memphis-first capital of the ancient kingdom to see the statue of Ramses II then to Sakkara to see the Step pyramid. Overnight at our hotel (BL)
Cairo, EgyptThis morning we visit the Egyptian Museum which houses the treasures of King Tut then to the Citadel of Salah Eldien and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Overnight at our hotel. (BL)
Cairo, EgyptThis morning we are transferred to Cairo Airport for our flight to Aswan. (Optional trip by air to Abu Simbel *). Then we will be escorted to embark on the Nile cruise ship-our floating hotel for the next five days. After lunch, we sail by 'felucca' a traditional Nile sailing boat, to view Kitchener Island and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. Overnight in Aswan. (BLD)
Aswan, EgyptToday we visit the impressive Aswan High Dam and its huge lake, and the Temple of Philae. Then we cruise to Kom Ombo to visit the Temple shared by the Gods Sobek & Haroeris. Tonight we enjoy a special costume party featuring Native Egyptian and pharaonic style. Overnight in Edfo. (BLD)
Edfo, Egypt Kom Ombo, EgyptThis morning we explore the Temple of Horus, the falcon god. Then we sail to Esna and continue sailing to Luxor. Overnight in Luxor. (BLD)
Luxor, Egypt Esna, EgyptToday we explore the wondrous Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. This afternoon we visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Overnight in Luxor. (BLD)
Luxor, EgyptToday we will be transferred to the airport for our flight back to Cairo. (Optional Day-Tour Alexandria) Overnight in Cairo. (B)
Luxor, Egypt Cairo, EgyptToday we will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for our flight to Athens. Upon arrival , we will be met & assisted then transferred to our hotel. Time to rest or to start exploring the Hellenic capital.
Athens, Greece Cairo, EgyptToday we visit the Acropolis and its fascinating museum, Panathenian Stadium and Temple of Olympian Zeus. In the evening an optional tour to Sound and Light show followed by dinner in a Greek taverna in the old Plaka with the sound of bouzouki music and folk dances. (B)
Athens, GreeceToday we enjoy a delightful one day cruise in the Saronic Gulf, sail to the Island of Hydra and enjoy swimming, strolling or shopping. Lunch is served on board on our way to the picturesque island of Poros. Afternoon arrival in Aegina. Optional tour our visit the temple of Aphaia. Evening arrival in Athens and transfer to our hotel. (BL)
Aegena, Greece Poros, Greece Hydra, GreeceToday we drive through the spectacular sites of Boetia, Thebes, Levadia and arrive at Arahova , known for its colourful rugs and carpets. Proceed to Delphi, once known as the centre of earth. We will visit the Temple of Apollo and the museum, exhibiting amongst other masterpieces, the ancient Greek sculpture of the Bronze Charioteer. Lunch will be served at a taverna in Delphi. Evening return to Athens. (BL)
Delphi, GreeceToday we will be transferred to the airport for our flight to Cairo for overnights. (B)
Athens, Greece Cairo, EgyptToday we will be transferred to the airport for our flight back home. (B)
Cairo, Egypt
PER LAND ONLY
A 15-day tour of Egypt and Greece: Cairo, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfo, Esna, Luxor, Athens, Hydra, Poros, Aegena, Delphi
Air & Land - $4740 CAD
Single supplement - $1075 CAD
Cruise & hotels taxes - $585 CAD
