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      <image:title>The Highlights of Egypt - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Cairo where you will be met by your Egypt Tours manager, who will assist you. Transfer to Cairo Sheraton for an overnight stay.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours guide. Start your tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Khufu's Pyramid, the largest of the three was built in the 4th dynasty about 2960 B.C., one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the Pyramid of Khephre is the Sphinx. Carved from a single piece of stone, it is a lion's body with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Khephre. You may enjoy a camel ride by the pyramids area if you wish. Continue your tour by visiting the Egyptian museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period dating back some 50-centuries, including the fabulous treasures of King Tutankhamen. The afternoon will consist of an excursion to old Cairo, visiting the very Old Coptic churches, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Ben Ezra. After, you will visit the Citadel of Salah-El-Din, the Mohammed Ali Mosque, and the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili where you can bargain for Egyptian souvenirs, jewelry, hand-tooled copper and leather items, and much more. Return to your hotel, overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Highlights of Egypt - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet early with your Egypt Tours manager and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will be met by our Egypt tour escort and embark on your Nile cruise ship. Later, you will visit "Felucca" the Elephantine island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, and the Botanical Gardens. You will stay overnight on-board your Nile cruise ship. (Optional trip to Abu-Simbel is $319.00 additional) **See pricing below for details of Abu-Simbel Excursion Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Highlights of Egypt - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the High Dam, The Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Continue Nile cruise to Kom Ombo and visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom Ombo, which was dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Highlights of Egypt - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Continue on your Nile cruise to Edfu to see The Temple of Horus, the best-preserved Egyptian temple. The temple was built in the Ptolemaic Kingdom between 237 and 57 BC. The inscriptions on its walls provide important information on language, myth, and religion during the Hellenistic period in Egypt. Sail to Luxor. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Highlights of Egypt - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings where 64 pharaohs have been discovered - enter one of the two depending on time. Also visit the Valley of the Queen's, including The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. See the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Next, explore the temple of Luxor, which was started by Amenhotep III and was completed by Ramses II. Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and transferred to Luxor airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours manager, and transferred to your hotel, the Cairo Sheraton, for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours manager and transferred to Cairo Airport where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>*This will take place during your stay in Aswan **Airfare to and from Abu-Simbel is included Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, hewn in the rock, with four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance. It was dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Then visit the Queen’s temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire temple site was threatened by the waters upon completion of the Aswan High Dam, and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO." All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>9 day egypt itinerary start from here. Arrive in Cairo where you will be met by your tour Egypt Tours and Travel manager, who will assist you, then transfer to your deluxe hotel, the Ramses Hilton Hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours manager and drive to Memphis on the edge of the western desert, the capital of the ancient kingdom, and one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. From here we drive to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the pyramids of Giza. Cheops pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 B.C. and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the pyramids of Chephren, the Sphinx is carved from a single piece of stone, it is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the pharaoh Chephren. Enjoy a camel ride by the pyramids area and visit the Papyrus Institution. Return to your hotel to freshen up. In the evening, you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours manager to the Pyramid Plateau area to attend the magnificent sound and light show. Later transfer back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours manager and transferred to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor, upon arrival at Luxor airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your cruise ship. The M/S Amwaj. Visit the temple of Karnak and the temple of Luxor. Overnight on-board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of Thebes, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari and Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, sail to Edfu via Esna. Overnight on-board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive Edfu, visit the temple of Horus. The temple was built in the Ptolemaic Kingdom between 237 and 57 BC. The inscriptions on its walls provide important information on language, myth, and religion during the Hellenistic period in Egypt. Sail to Kom-Ombo. Overnight on-board cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Experience - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris, recognized for its symmetrical construction with two sanctuaries. Sail to Aswan. in the afternoon, visit the botanical gardens and the Agha Khan Mausoleum by Felucca. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. (Optional trip to Abu-Simbel is $319.00 additional) **See pricing below for details of Abu-Simbel Excursion Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Disembark your cruise ship where you will be met and transferred to Aswan airport for your flight back to Cairo, upon arrival at Cairo airport you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the Ramses Hilton. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Experience - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide to start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. In the afternoon, an excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Mohammad Ali Mosque and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, hand-tooled, copper, and leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then you will be met by our tour Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo airport, and helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>*This will take place during your stay in Aswan **Airfare to and from Abu-Simbel is included Visit the Great Temple of Ramesses II, hewn in the rock, with four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance. It was dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Then visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters on the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "Unesco". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo, where you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager who will meet and assist your Egypt itinerary 7 days. Later you will be transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Semiramis Inter-Continental Hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, start your tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops (Khufu) Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), you see the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area. Continue your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum, famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period dating back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Also, visit the famous mummy room, hosting several Pharaohs including the mummy of Ramses II. In the afternoon an excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your tour to the Citadel of Salah El-Din, and the Mohammed Ali Mosque as well as the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel Airport, you will be transferred to visit the Temples of Ramses II and his favorite Queen Nefertari. The temples were saved from the rising waters of the Nile resulting from building the Aswan High Dam. The temples are so awesome and impressive by all means, although they were built 3200 years ago. Transfer back to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight to Aswan. Arrive Aswan and start your tour by "Felucca" (sailboat) to the Elephantine Island and the Botanical Gardens. Also, visit the Unfinished Obelisk and the High Dam. Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Luxor. Arrive at Luxor Airport, where you will be met by our representative and transferred to the luxurious St. George Sonesta Hotel for check-in. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure - Day 4 - Egypt Itinerary 7 days</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour visiting the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex, followed by a visit to the temple of Luxor, which was started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II. In the afternoon, cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 pharaohs and 57 queens have been discovered, and enter some of these ancient tombs. Later afternoon, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your tour guide and start with a visit to the Valley of the Nobles, Userhat as well as Rekhmire Tomb, many of which are vividly painted with naturalistic scenes of agriculture, fishing, fowling, feasting, and junketing. Continue your tour by visiting the famous King Tut Tomb and the very large Temple of Ramses III also known as Madinet Habu, depicting the battle reliefs on the temple exterior. End the tour by visiting the Luxor Museum. In the evening, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to the luxurious Cairo Marriott Hotel for check-in. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours guide, start your tour by visiting the Red Pyramid as well as the Pyramid of Sneferu in Dahshur, often referred to as the "Bent Pyramid" because of the angle of inclination going from the bottom upwards. Transfer back to your hotel. Balance of a day at leisure. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager, who will meet and assist, then transfer to your deluxe hotel the luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis on the edge of the western desert, the capital of the ancient kingdom, one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. From here drive to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the pyramids of Giza. Cheops pyramid, the largest of the three, was built during the 4th dynasty about 2690 B.C. and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the pyramids of Chephren, you’ll find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone, it is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the pharaoh Chephren. Enjoy a camel ride by the pyramids area, and visit the Papyrus Institution. Return to your hotel to freshen up. In the evening you will be met by your luxury Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to the Sphinx area to attend the magnificent sound and light show. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo airport for your early flight to Luxor, upon arrival at Luxor airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your cruise ship. The M/S Mayfair or similar. Visit the temple of Karnak and the temple of Luxor. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the west bank, visit the Necropolis of Thebes, the famous tomb of the boy King Tut, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari and Colossi of Memnon. Sail to Edfu via Esna. Captain’s welcome cocktail party. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the temple of god Khnum, guardian of the source of the Nile. Sail to Edfu P.M. Visit the temple of Horus. Sail to Kom-Ombo. In the evening, Galabeya Party, as well as games and dancing. Overnight on-board cruise your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris built during the Ptolemaic Dynasty from 180 - 47 BC. Sail to Aswan, visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the Temple of Philae. Continue the tour to the botanical gardens, Kitchner Island, and the Agha Khan Mausoleum by Felucca. In the evening, Nubian Folkloric traditional show. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. (Optional trip to Abu-Simbel is $319.00 additional) **See pricing below for details of Abu-Simbel Excursion Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Disembark your cruise ship where you will be met and transferred to Aswan airport for your flight back to Cairo, upon arrival at Cairo airport you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the Ramses Hilton. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your tour to the Mohammad Ali Mosque, the Citadel of Salah El-Din, and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, hand-tooled copper and leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, and transferred to Cairo airport, helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt I - Optional Abu-Simbel Excursion</image:title>
      <image:caption>*This will take place during your stay in Aswan **Airfare to and from Abu-Simbel is included Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, hewn in the rock, with four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance. It was dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Then visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters on the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 1 - Jordan City</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Tel Aviv, where you will be met by our escort and transferred to your hotel, The Dan Hotel in Tel Aviv. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 2 - Tel Aviv beach</image:title>
      <image:caption>A day of leisure to explore Tel Aviv and its beautiful beaches and cafes or to just relax by your hotel pool. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 3 - Caesarea</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive north along the Mediterranean coast to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the Holyland. See the excavations to the Crusader city and Roman port, as well as the aqueduct and the amphitheater, which have been restored to its former glory as a concert venue. Proceed to Meggido to see the excavations of King Solomon's stables and 20 layers of civilization. Continue your tour to visit The Druze Village on Mount Carmel and Haifa. Overnight at the Dan Panorama Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 4 - Mount Carmel</image:title>
      <image:caption>Tour Haifa at the summit of Mount Carmel for a breathtaking panoramic view of the Haifa Bay and Western Galilee. Continue to the golden-domed Bahai Shrine to visit the exotic Persian gardens. Drive to Akko to visit the Crypt of St. John and the underground Crusader city. Proceed to Safed, the center of Jewish mysticism, visit the ancient synagogue and the artists’ colony. Continue to the Golan Heights to see the former Syrian bunkers, Kuneitra, and the Israeli town of Katzrin. Continue to Tiberias for overnight at the Lavie Kibbutz. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 5 - Capernaum</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit Capernaum, see the ruins of the synagogue and the town of Jesus. Proceed to Nazareth for a visit to the Church of Annunciation, continue via Beit-Shean to Beit Alpha to see the remains of the mosaic floor of an ancient synagogue. Drive along the Jordan Valley via Jericho the world's oldest city. End your tour in Jerusalem. Overnight at the King Solomon Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 6 - Tomb of King David</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting the tomb of King David and the room of the last supper on Mount Zion. Enter the walled city and walk through the newly restored Jewish Quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian Quarter and, continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Proceed to Mount Scopus, then to Mount of Olives for a magnificent panoramic view of the Old City. Continue to Bethlehem, stopping at Rachel's tomb and to visit the Church of Nativity. Overnight at your hotel in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 7 - Hadassah Medical Center</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to Hadassah Medical Center in Ein Karem to see the Chagall stained glass windows. Proceed to Bayit Vagan to visit the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period. Continue to Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust, then to the Israel Museum. Visit the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed. See the Knesset, Israel's Parliament, and the Givat Ram Campus of the Hebrew University. Overnight at your hotel in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 8 - Judean Desert to the Dead Sea</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth - almost 1300 feet below sea level. Stop at Qumran, visit the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. In the afternoon, drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Massada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD. Descend by cable car. If time and weather permitting, an opportunity will be provided to float on the Dead Sea. Transfer back to your hotel in Jerusalem. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 9 - Leisure in Jerusalem</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast and a day of leisure in Jerusalem for shopping or exploring the city on your own. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 10 - Sea Shore</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive from Jerusalem to the Allenby Bridge. Complete border crossing procedures and enter into Jordan. Drive to the town of Madaba, the biblical Madaba, 18-miles south of Amman. Madaba is best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. During your visit to the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, you may view the earliest surviving original map of the Holy land. Continue our tour westward to Mt. Nebo, believed to be the site of the tomb of Moses, Mt. Nebo commands a spectacular view across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. Drive north to the modern capital city of Amman, formerly the Ammonite capital city. A short tour of the city of Amman, ending at your hotel. The Amman Inter-Continental Hotel, Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 11 - Petra</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early departure, driving south to Wadi Musa. On horseback travel through the "Siq" an immense crack in the Nubian sandstone, to the city of Petra. Two thousand years ago the Nabateans carved a city out of the rose-red rock and the Treasury, El Khazneh, is one of the most elegant remains of antiquity. Beyond the Treasury, you will find yourself surrounded on both sides by hundreds of Petra's carved and built structures. Return through the Siq to Wadi Musa. Drive back to Amman for an overnight at the Amman Inter-Continental Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 12 - Jerash</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to Jerash, one of the best-preserved and most complete provincial Roman cities. Jerash, Gerasa of Roman times, was one of the cities of the Decapolis, a confederation of ten Graeco-Roman cities dating from the 1st century BC situated in Jordan, Syria, and Israel. Known as the Pompeii of the East for its extraordinary state of preservation the ruins indicate human occupation at this location for more than 2500 years. The most well-known monuments include the colonnaded street, the Temple of Zeus, the Forum, and Hadrian's Arch. Transfer back to Amman. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to Amman airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, who will meet and assist. Later you will be transferred to your hotel, The luxurious Cairo Marriott Towers, and Casino Hotel. Nile view room. Overnight stay.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to visit the Pyramid of Maidum, originally a seven-stepped pyramid that was later enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. The steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing turned it into a true pyramid. This massive structure is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, and completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). A little north from the Maidum Pyramid, you will find the remains of the Seila Step Pyramid, which is built of limestone and is thought to be from the 2nd Dynasty. In the afternoon, drive to Dhashur and visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. Sneferu is thought to have been the constructor of these pyramids, as well to have built the Pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops also continued to construct the pyramids. After your visit, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis on the edge of the western desert, the capital of the ancient kingdom, and one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. Continue the tour with a drive to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheop's Pyramid and the largest of the three, Giza was built in the 4th Dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride around the Pyramid Plateau. Later, continue the tour to the Sphinx, carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Visit the Solar Boat Museum where you can see and admire boats that were built by the ancient Egyptian and are miraculously in perfect shape. Transfer to your hotel. In the evening, you will be taken by your Egypt Tours tour manager to attend the magnificent Sound and Light Show at the Giza Plateau. Later travel back to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and taken to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel Airport, embark on your deluxe cruise, the M/S Eugenie. Visit the Simbel Temples, a symbol of the international campaign for the salvaging of the Nubian monuments, the Temple of Ramses II, and his beloved wife Nefertari. A welcome cocktail will be served in front of the two temples, followed by a candlelight dinner on board the cruise ship that overlooks the impressive temples. Overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Enjoy the spectacular temples of Abu-Simbel and eat breakfast while sailing to Kasr Ibrim. Then arrive at Kasr Ibrim, the sole vestige of the distant past of Nubia found in its original location. During the Pharaonic Period, this hill was dominated by a Citadel throughout the Medieval Era and the summit of the hill was dominated by a Cathedral. Sail to Amada. Visit the Temple of Amada of the XVIIIth Dynasty, built during the reign of Thotmosis III, Amenophis III, and Thotmosis IV. The Hemi-Speos of Derr dedicated by Ramses II to the rising sun and the Tomb of Penout, Viceroy of Nubia. A relaxing afternoon sail to Wadi el Seboua. Overnight on-board.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning visit to Wadi el Seboua. The Temple of Wadi el Seboua was dedicated by Ramses II to the two gods Amon Ra and Ra Harmakis. The Temple of Dakka, was dedicated to the god Thot of divine wisdom, lord of time and science, master of literature. Visit the Greco-Roman Temple of Meharakka. Sail to Aswan. Overnight on-board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit Kalabsha Temple with its pharaonic aspect, remodeled into a Greco-Roman style, and dedicated to the god Mandoulis. You will also visit the Hemispeos of Beit el Wali, erected by Ramses II at the beginning of his reign, and Kiosh of Kertassi, erected to honor the goddess Isis. Disembark your cruise ship in Aswan, where you will be met and transferred to your deluxe hotel, the Historical Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan. Pyramid view room, in the Palace section. Balance day of leisure. Overnight stay at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours guide and escorted to embark your Super deluxe cruise ship for a classic 4-night Nile cruise. The Oberoi Philae or similar category. Later, visit the impressive Nubian Museum, which showcases the history, art, and culture of Nubia. Visit "Felucca" the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, and the Botanical Gardens. Cocktail reception. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Marc Ryckaert</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the ancient Granite Quarries, the High Dam, and Temple of Philae. Cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom-Ombo, dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Overnight onboard your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temples of Horus (237 BC), the best-preserved Egyptian temple in existence. Sail to Luxor via Esna. Overnight on board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile and visit the necropolis of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 Pharaohs and 57 Queens have been discovered. Enter some of the most remarkable burials such as King Tut’s Tomb, and Ramses the six’s Tomb, Dier El-Madina. Also, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Karnak which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Continue to the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II. Overnight on-board your Nile cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met by your Egypt Tours guide and transported to your accommodations at The Old Winter Palace hotel. Later you will be met by your Egypt Tours guide and taken to visit the Valley of the Nobles and the Seti First Tomb. Travel back to your hotel. In the evening, you will be taken to attend the magnificent Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple. Later return back to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Tomb of Nefertari. A fabulous sight know as the most beautiful tomb in the Valley of the Queens, it has some of the most vibrant colors that you will ever see. Check-out from your hotel. In the early evening, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transported to your hotel, the luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel. Pyramid view room. Overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours guide. Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries including the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. In the afternoon, take an excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your tour to visit the Citadel of Salah-El-Din, the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammad Ali, and the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-el-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, hand-tolled copper, and authentic leather items. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 15</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Fayoum, Egypt's largest oasis, overlooking Lake Qaron, a popular spot for hunting and fishing. Visit Wadi El-Hitan (whale Fossils). Next visit the remains of the Temple and Pyramid of Amenhat III and Qasr Qarun. A Ptolemaic Temple (323 - 30 BC), it is a well-preserved temple from the Greco-Roman era. Early evening, drive back to Cairo to stay overnight at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A day of leisure for last-minute shopping, or for relaxing by your hotel pool. Overnight at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Upper &amp; Lower Egypt - Day 17</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager, and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Cairo where you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager who will transfer you to the Cairo Marriott Hotel. Meals: Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to visit the Pyramid of Maidum, originally a seven-stepped pyramid that was later enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. The steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing turned it into a true pyramid. This massive structure is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, and completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). A little north from the Maidum Pyramid, you will find the remains of the Seila Step Pyramid, which is built of limestone and is thought to be from the 2nd Dynasty. In the afternoon, drive to Dhashur and visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. Sneferu is thought to have been the constructor of these pyramids, as well to have built the Pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops also continued to construct the pyramids. After your visit, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager who will transfer you to your cruise ship in Cairo for check-in, your home for the next 14 nights. Drive to Memphis on the edge of the western desert, the capital of the ancient kingdom, one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. Continue to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheop's Pyramid, and the largest of the three, Giza was built in the 4th Dynasty (about 2690 BC) and is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren, you will find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. The Sphinx is a lion with a pharaoh's head that is thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Return to your cruise ship for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and including the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. In the afternoon, an excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your tour to visit the Mohammed Ali Mosque, the Citadel of Salah-el-Din, and the medieval bazaars of Khan-el-Khalili where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your cruise ship for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Sail to Beni Mazar. Continue to Beni Hasan. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Roland Unger</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Tombs of Beni Hasan, the most important necropolis between Asyut and Memphis. There are about 39 tombs dating back to the 11th and 12th Dynasty. Sail from Beni Hasan to Tel-el-Amarna. Enjoy lunch and dinner onboard your cruise ship before your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Ay's Tomb, considered to be the finest tomb remaining in the necropolis. The drawings show Ay and his wife receiving gold collars from Akhenaten and Nefertiti. From there visit Huya's or Yuyu Tomb, who was the steward of Queen Tiyi, the Queen Mother and wife of Amenhotep III. A royal banquet is located to the left and right of the main hall. Then visit Meri-Re II who was the superintendent of the Palace of Queen Nefertiti and Meri-Re I who was a high-rank Priest of Aton. Continue our tour by visiting Panhesy, the Chief Servitor of the Aton in Akhenaten. Enjoy lunch and dinner onboard your cruise ship. Sail to Asyut. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Osama Shukir Muhammed Amin FRCP(Glasg)</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Sail to Sohag. Stay overnight onboard your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Roland Unger</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Sail to Naga Hammadi. Stay overnight onboard your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Olaf Tausch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Sail to Qena and Dendara. Arrive at Dendara and visit the Temple of Dendara built in the first century BC for the Goddess Hathor, of Beauty, Love, and Joy. It has a unique zodiac painting on its ceiling. Continue to Abidos and visit the Temple of Abidos, a Greco-Roman temple that lies about 40 miles north of Luxor. The temple was first created by Ptolemy III but developed numerous additions by subsequent Roman Ptolemaic rulers. It houses a famous painting of Queen Cleopatra, and Caesarion, her son with Julius Caesar. The temple is renowned for its horoscope inscriptions. Sail to Luxor. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Gerard Ducher</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank, visit the necropolis of Thebes, Valley of the Kings, and Valley of the Queens including Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, the Valley of the Nobles, and Colossi of Memnon. Sail to Aswan. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: © Raimond Spekking / CC BY-SA 4.0</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Aswan, you will be met and transported to Aswan Airport for your flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel Airport, you will be transferred to visit the Great Temple, with its four colossal seated statues of the King in front of the entrance, it was dedicated to Amun-Ra, the Horakkhti, and Ramses II. Continue your tour to visit the Queen’s temple which was threatened by the waters upon completion of the Aswan High Dam. It has since been preserved by International Action organized by "Unesco." All of the parts of the temple (statues, inscribed slabs, etc) have been cut, moved, and rebuilt on a plateau above the former site. Return to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight back to Aswan, upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred back to your cruise ship. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Botanical Gardens and the Agha Khan Mausoleum by felucca. Continue your tour to the Temple of Philae, the High Dam, the Granite Quarries and the Unfinished Obelisk. Overnight onboard your cruise ship. Sail to Edfu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Sail to Kom-Ombo, visit the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Harories. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 15</image:title>
      <image:caption>Sail from Luxor via Esna, visit the magnificent Tomb of Nefertari that houses the sons of King Ramses II. Spend a leisure day in Luxor. Stay overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 16</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor. Disembark your cruise ship in Luxor where you will be met and transferred to the historical Old Winter Palace Hotel. Enjoy a leisure day in Luxor. In the afternoon, you will be met and transferred to attend the magnificent Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple. Overnight in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>After a relaxed morning, you will be met and transferred to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo. Arrive in Cairo where you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and taken to your overnight stay at The luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 18</image:title>
      <image:caption>Spend the morning at your leisure. In the evening, you will be by your Egypt Tours tour manager and taken to attend the magnificent Sound and Light Show at the Giza Plateau. Afterwards you will travel back to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Super Long Cruise - Day 19</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager and taken to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, who will meet and assist you. Later, transfer to your hotel, the luxurious and historical Marriott Mena House Hotel. Pyramid view room. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your sightseeing by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Cheop's Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built during the 4th Dynasty around 2690 BC and is one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. In front of the pyramids of Chephren, you will find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Enjoy a camel ride by the pyramids. Continue your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum; famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Also, visit the outstanding Mummy Room in the Museum. Afternoon excursions to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic churches, Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt, while also visiting the Hanging Church, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. In the afternoon, visit the Citadel of Salah el-Din and, the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammad Ali and the medieval bazaars of Khan El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, silver, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred to embark on your 4-days / 3-nights Nile cruise journey on M/S Royal Lilli. Later, visit "Felucca" the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, and the Botanical Gardens. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries and the High Dam. Cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom-Ombo, which was dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris, dating back to 180 BC, during the Ptolemaic era with additions made during Roman times. Cruise to Edfu. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temples of Horus (237 BC) the best-preserved Egyptian temple in existence. Cruise to Luxor via Esna. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of Ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 pharaohs and 57 queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most important burials, including the famous Tomb of King Tut. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Visit the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II. Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and taken to your hotel for an overnight stay at the Inter-Continental Semiramis Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour with your guide to the recently opened GEM Grand Egyptian Museum, it is the largest archaeological museum complex in the world and host to more than 100,000 artifacts. For the first time ever, King Tut’s entire treasure collection will be on display alongside artifacts from pre-historic times through Egypt’s many thousands of years of pharaonic civilization. Continue the tour to Maidum. The Pyramid of Maidum was originally a seven-stepped pyramid. It was enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. Eventually, the steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing converted it into a true pyramid. It is a massive structure that is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, then completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). In the afternoon visit the museum of Civilization, where the permanent collection is divided into two separate regions; one chronological and the other is thematic. The chronological areas are the following: Archaic, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Medieval, Islamic, modern and contemporary. Also visit the Gallery of Royal Mummies, where the mummies of the Kings were moved to. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight, Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight to Tel-Aviv. Once you arrive in Tel-Aviv, you will be met and transferred to your luxurious hotel, the Dan Hotel in Tel-Aviv. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Travel through the Sharon Plain via Netanya to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the country. See the excavations of the Roman statues, the aqueduct, and the Roman Theater, which has been restored to its former glory as a concert venue. Drive along the Via Maria to Megiddo. Visit this biblical city rebuilt by King Solomon and walk through the 9th century BC water tunnel. End our tour in Haifa. Overnight at the Dan Carmel Hotel in Haifa. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour to Haifa at the summit of Mount Carmel, for a panoramic view of Haifa Bay and the Western Galilee. Proceed to the Bahai Center and visit the exotic Persian gardens. Drive to Acre, once the capital of the Crusader Kingdom, visit the Crypt of St. John and the underground Crusader city. Continue to Safed, the mystic city of the Upper Galilee, visit the beautiful ancient synagogues and the artists' colony. On to the Golan Heights, see the former Syrian fortifications and the Israeli town of Katzrin. Continue to a kibbutz, a wonderful opportunity to learn about the kibbutz life. Overnight at the kibbutz. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start the day with a visit to the church of Annunciation in Nazareth. Drive to Capernaum, on the northwest shore of the Sea of Galilee, see the ruins of the Synagogue and the Church of St. Peter. Continue to Tiberias, the lovely rest town. Visit the Synagogue of the Hammat. Travel through the fertile Jezreel Valley to Beit Alpha, where the beautiful synagogue mosaic floor is displayed. Drive along the Jordan Valley to Jericho, the oldest city on earth, and explore the ruins of the biblical site. Proceed to Jerusalem. Overnight at the King David hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Tomb of King David and the room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. Enter the Old City, walk through the newly restored Jewish Quarter, and visit the Cardo and the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Drive around the old city, view Mount Scopus, and enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the Old City from the Mount of Olives. Continue to Bethlehem, stopping at Rachel's tomb. Visit the Church of Nativity, return to Jerusalem. Overnight at the King David hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to Hadassah Medical Center at Ein Karem to see the famous Chagall stained glass windows. Proceed to Bayit Vagan to view the scale model of Jerusalem as it was during the second temple period. Continue to Yad Vashem, a memorial of the holocaust. Continue to Israel Museum, visit the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed. See the Knesset, Israel's Parliament, and the Givat Ram Campus of the Hebrew University. Overnight at the King David hotel in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest spot on the surface of the globe. View the caves at the Qumran site, where the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered by desert Bedouins. Proceed along the Dead Sea to Massada, the site of the most dramatic act in the Jewish history, ascend by cable car and tour the mouth, see the excavations enjoy the view of the wilderness. Time and weather permitting, an opportunity will be provided to float on the Dead Sea, before returning to Jerusalem. Overnight at the King David hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 15</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your day by traveling to the Allenby bridge (the crossing point between Israel and Jordan) around 10:00 A.M., you will be met by our Jordanian representative who will help you with your passport control, then you will be transferred to Jerash; the best-preserved city of Roman times. Visit the theaters, temples, churches, and colonnaded streets. Continue to Ajlun to tour the 12th century Saracen Castle, built by one of Saladin's lieutenants in the campaign against the Crusaders. Transfer to your overnight stay at the Marriott Hotel in Amman. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Crossroads of Civilization: Egypt, Israel &amp; Jordan - Day 16</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive southward along the Kings' Way to Petra, visiting Madaba with the oldest map of the Holy Land, and its Mosaic School, Mt. Nebo and the alleged burial site of Moses which overlooks the Dead Sea and the Jordan Valley; then drive through the magnificent scenery of Wadi Mujib to Kerak to visit the Crusader Castle. Continue to Petra. Overnight at the historic village of Tibat Zaman. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A full-day tour visiting the many sites of Petra on horseback and then on foot. Petra is a city that was carved into the rose-red Sharah Mountains by the Nabateans and was lost to Civilization until re-discovered by the Swiss Burkhardt. Walkthrough the Siq, a narrow and winding fissure between the cliffs, to reach the Treasury, the Roman Theater, the Courts, Qasr Bint Pharaoun, Temple of the Winged Lion, and other monuments. You may climb up the Monastery if you wish. Overnight in Petra at Tibat Zaman village. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Drive to the lowest spot on Earth and experience effortless floating in the waters of the Dead Sea. Continue northwards to Pella in the Jordan Valley, considered to be one of the largest, richest, and most important archeological sites in Jordan. Continue our tour to Um Qeis, Gedara was renowned in its time as a cultural center. Um Qeis boasts an impressive colonnaded terrace and the ruins of two theaters, as well as a spectacular view of the Sea of Galilee, the Yarmouk River, and the Golan heights. Transfer back to Amman for check-in at your accommodation, the Inter-Continental Semiramis hotel. You will be met and transferred by our representative to a Jordanian home for dinner and a friendly social discussion to get to know the local people and see their way of life. Transfer back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to Amman Airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, who will meet and assist you. Later, transfer to your historical and luxurious hotel, the Marriott Mena House. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis on the edge of the Western desert, the Capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. Continue the tour with a drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramids, the largest of the three, built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 B.C. and one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren, you’ll find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion's body with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the pharaoh Chephren. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you would like, then visit the Papyrus Institute. Return to your hotel to freshen up. In the evening, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to the Pyramid Plateau to attend the magnificent sound and light show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive from Cairo to Alexandria (about 3 hours ride). Upon arrival start your sightseeing by visiting the Greco-Roman museum containing statues, bas reliefs, pottery, jewelry, marble pieces, and other artifacts, gives you a feel for the grandeur of Alexandria in its Greek and Roman days. Continue the tour to visit the Roman Amphitheater, the only known amphitheater from the Roman era in Egypt. In the afternoon, visit the Catacombs of Kom-El-Shouqafa. These tombs are remarkable for their unusual mixture of art styles, sculptures, and reliefs of Egyptian gods. Continue your tour to visit Pompey's Pillar, a column 98 feet high and 7 feet thick, made of Aswan rose granite erected in 297 A.D. Early evening, drive back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager who will transfer to Cairo airport for your early flight to Luxor, upon arrival at Luxor airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your deluxe cruise ship. the Sonesta M/S Moon Goddess. Meet your guide and visit the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Also visit, Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank, visit the Necropolis of Thebes, the King Tut Tomb, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari and Colossi of Memnon. Sail to Edfu via Esna. Overnight on board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in existence. It’s a Ptolemaic temple built between 237 and 57 BC. Sail to Kom-Ombo. Overnight onboard your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris, dating back to 180 BC, during the Ptolemaic era with additions made during Roman times. Sail to Aswan. In the afternoon, visit Philae Temple, botanical gardens, Agha Khan Mausoleum by Felucca. Overnight on board. (Optional trip to Abu-Simbel is $319.00 additional) **See pricing below for details of Abu-Simbel Excursion Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Disembark your cruise ship where you will be met and transferred to Aswan airport for your flight back to Cairo, upon arrival at Cairo airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the Cairo Marriott. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Visit the beautiful Pharaonic Village. It's a complete island, built as a replica of ancient Egypt. See actors and actresses living their lives like ancient Egyptians used to do their daily chores. They live, work, dress, make papyrus paper (the same way they used to convey messages in old times). It's a wonderful experience that takes you several thousand years back. Return to your hotel, and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure for shopping or swimming at your hotel pool. Overnight at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series I - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt, also visit the Hanging and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammad Ali and the Citadel of Salah-El-Din and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source: Przemyslaw "Blueshade" Idzkiewicz.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A day of leisure for last-minute shopping or for taking an optional tour. Overnight at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>*This will take place during your stay in Aswan **Airfare to and from Abu-Simbel is included Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, with its four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance, dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Continue to visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters upon the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, who will help with your meet and assist, then you will be transferred to your historical and luxurious hotel, the Marriott Mena House. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis at the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and among the cities of greatest importance in the history of Ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three Pyramids, built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), you will find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Continue the tour to the Solar Boat Museum, where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully reassembled. Return to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours tour manager to the Giza Plateau, to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour v by visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt, also visit the Hanging and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammad Ali and the Citadel of Salah-El-Din and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your deluxe cruise ship. the Sonesta M/S Moon Goddess or similar. Later you will be taken by "Felucca" to visit the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, the Botanical Gardens, and the Temple of Philae. Overnight onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Kom-Ombo Temple, shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris, dating back to 180 BC, during the Ptolemaic era with additions made during Roman times. Sail to Aswan. In the afternoon, visit Philae Temple, botanical gardens, Agha Khan Mausoleum by Felucca. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in existence. It’s a Ptolemaic temple built between 237 and 57 BC. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of Ancient Thebes. Explore the valley of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 Pharaohs and 57 Queens have been discovered, enter some of the most remarkable burials, including that of King Tut. Also, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Continue the tour to visit the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Overnight onboard your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Cairo Marriott Hotel &amp; Casino. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide and drive to Alexandria (about a 3-hour ride). Upon arrival, start your sightseeing by visiting the Greco-Roman Museum, containing a wide variety of Pharaonic, Ptolemaic, Roman, and Christian antiques, statues, bas reliefs, pottery, jewelry, marble pieces, and other artifacts. These give you a feel for the grandeur of Alexandria during its Greek and Roman days. Continue the tour to the Roman Amphitheater, which is the only known amphitheater from the Roman Era in Egypt. In the afternoon, visit the Catacombs of Kom-El-Shouqafa. These tombs are remarkable for their unusual mixture of art styles, sculpture, reliefs, and images of Egyptian gods. End tour with a visit to Pompey's Pillar, a column 98 feet high and 7 feet thick, made of Aswan rose granite, erected in 297 AD. Transfer back to your hotel in Cairo. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Gayer Anderson Museum (Bayt Al-Kiridlyyah): two houses, one from the 16th century, the other from the 17th, comfortable dwellings by the standards of their time. They have been delightfully joined together, both filled with antique furniture from all over the Middle East. Continue the tour to the Manyal Palace, built-in 1826, and conceals an Ottoman-Baroque fantasy within immense marble basin with a marble island in its center. The Palace was built by Prince Mohammed Ali, the cousin of King Farouk, which includes a Museum exhibiting King Farouk's trophies and the Prince's own residence with its furnishings and a large collection of the family's memorabilia. In the afternoon, visit the Ibn Tulun Mosque one of the architectural glories of the Muslim world. Completed in the year 879, it covers 8.5 acres of land and is designed in the classical courtyard style. It is well known for its pointed arches, beautifully carved stucco, and Quranic inscriptions in sycamore wood. Continue the tour to the Islamic Museum which contains Islamic art from Egypt, Turkey, and Persia dating from the 7th to 19th centuries. End the tour with a visit to the Coptic Museum, built on the site of the Roman fortress of Babylon, constructed about 30 BC. Inside you will find some of the richest collections of Coptic art in the world. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source: Berthold Werner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Dahshur, visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. The builder of these pyramids is thought to have been Sneferu who is believed to have built the pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops (Khufu) continued his construction tendencies. In the afternoon, transfer to downtown Cairo to embark on a 2-hour "Felucca" (sailboat) ride, exploring downtown Cairo and riding in a sailboat the same way the ancient Egyptians did thousands of years ago, with the skyline of Cairo in the background. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series II - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then you will be met by your Egypt Tours, tour manager, transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Tel Aviv (Ben Gurion) airport, where you will be met by our representative who will assist in taking you to your hotel, The Dan Hotel in Tel Aviv for an overnight stay.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit Beit Hatefutsot, the Museum of the Jewish Diaspora on the campus of Tel Aviv University. See the displays depicting the history and traditions of the Jewish people. Proceed to Caesarea, the one time Roman capital of the country for a visit to the Roman and Byzantine ruins. See the moat which surrounds the city, the aqueduct, and the theater. Continue to Acre, visit the underground Crusader city including St. John's Crypt and the Knight's Halls. visit the Turkish baths and the Pisan Harbor. Continue to Haifa for overnight at the Dan Panorama Hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Enjoy the magnificent view of the city of Haifa, the port, and the bay from the top of Mount Carmel. Visit the golden-domed Bahai Shrine and the beautiful Persian Gardens around it. Proceed through the hills of the upper Galilee to Safed, the center of the Kabala - the Jewish mysticism. Visit the old synagogues and the narrow alleys of the artist's quarter. Proceed to the Golan Heights. Overnight at the Ayelet Hashachar Kibbutz guesthouse for an overnight in Upper Galilee. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit Capernaum where Jesus lived and taught. Continue to Nazareth for a visit to the Church of Annunciation, Joseph's Workshop, and Mary's Well. Proceed to Tiberias for a visit to the ancient ruins of Hamat Tiberias, including the mosaic floor of the ancient synagogue. Proceed to Beit Shean, through the Jordan Valley to Jericho, the oldest city in the world. Visit the Tel, the ancient walls, and the watchtower. Proceed through the Judean wilderness to Jerusalem. Overnight at the Leonardo Hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Enjoy a magnificent view of the city of Jerusalem from the top of Mount Scopus and the Mount of Olives. Enter the Old City and visit the Armenian, Jewish, Christian, and Muslim quarters, including the Cardo, the Herodian Mansions, the Western Wall, Temple Mount, the Way of the Cross (Via Dolorosa), the Holy Sepulcher, and the bazaars. In the afternoon visit the room of the Last Supper, Mount Zion, and King David's Tomb. Proceed to Bethlehem, visit the Church of the Nativity. Return to Jerusalem. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start a day of sightseeing in the New Jerusalem. Visit the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed. Proceed to Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial and on to Ein Kerem, the birthplace of John the Baptist where you will also see the Chagall stained glass windows at the Hadassah Medical Center. Proceed to the model city of Jerusalem as it appeared 2000 years ago. In the afternoon, visit the Israel Museum, then visit the Knesset-Israel's Parliament and the Menorah. View the Ram Hill Campus of the Hebrew University. Overnight in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast and a day of leisure for swimming or last-minute shopping. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then depart Israel by flight. Arrive at Cairo airport where you will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, transfer to your deluxe hotel, the Ramses Hilton, for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis at the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and one of the most important cities in the history of Ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis, and visit the Djoser pyramid. Comprising of six mastabas, the pyramid has a unique stepped appearance and dates back to the 27th century B.C. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three Pyramids, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), stands the Sphinx, a lion with a Pharaoh's head, carved from a single piece of stone. It is thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren (Khafre). Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo airport for your early flight to Luxor, upon arrival at Luxor airport, you will be met and transferred to embark on your cruise ship, the M/S Farah boat. Visit the temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank, visit the Necropolis of Thebes, Tomb of King Tut, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari and Colossi of Memnon. Later in the day, cruise to Edfu via Esna. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Edfu, visit the temple of Horus, a Ptolemaic temple built between 237 and 57 BC, and one of the best-preserved temples in existence. Overnight onboard cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive Kom-Ombo, visit the Temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Cruise to Aswan. In the afternoon, visit the botanical gardens and the Agha Khan Mausoleum by Felucca. Overnight onboard cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Disembark your cruise ship where you will be met and transferred to Aswan airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious and historical Cairo Marriott. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Day 15</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and including the fabulous treasures of King Tut. Then an afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt. Also, visit the Hanging Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammad Ali, the Citadel of Salah-El-Din, and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Israel - Optional Abu-Simbel Excursion</image:title>
      <image:caption>*This will take place during your stay in Aswan **Airfare to and from Abu-Simbel is included Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, with its four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance, dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Continue to visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters upon the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO." All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Egypt Itinerary 14 Days - Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, who will meet and greet you. Transfer to your historical and luxurious hotel, the Marriott Mena House. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, then drive to Memphis at the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and among the cities of greatest importance in the history of Ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis, visit the Djoser pyramid. Comprising six mastabas, the pyramid has a unique stepped appearance and dates back to the 27th century B.C. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three Pyramids, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), stands the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren (Khafre). Continue your tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully reassembled. Return to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred by our tour Egypt Tours tour manager to the Giza Plateau, to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 3 - Egypt Itinerary 14 days</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt, also visit the Hanging and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammad Ali and the Citadel of Salah-El-Din and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for an early flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your deluxe cruise ship. The Sonesta M/S Moon Goddess. Later you will be sail by by "Felucca" to visit the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, the Botanical Gardens, and the Temple of Philae. Overnight on-board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Unfinished Obelisk at the Ancient Granite Quarries and the famous High Dam. Cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris, dating back to 180 BC, during the Ptolemaic era with additions made during Roman times. Sail to Edfu. Overnight onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in existence. It’s a Ptolemaic temple built between 237 and 57 BC. Sail to Luxor via Esna. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of Ancient Thebes. Explore the valley of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 Pharaohs and 57 Queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most remarkable burials including King Tut Tomb. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Continue the tour to the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Overnight onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours tour manager to your hotel, the historical and luxurious Cairo Marriott Hotel &amp; Casino. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Dahshur, visit the Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid. The builder of these pyramids thought to have been Sneferu, believed to have built the pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops (Khufu) continued his construction tendencies. In the afternoon, transfer to downtown Cairo, embark on a 2-hour "Felucca" (sailboat) ride, exploring downtown Cairo and riding in a sailboat the same way ancient Egyptians did thousands of years ago. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Sharm-El-Sheikh Upon arrival at Sharm, you will be transferred to the Marriott Sharm Hotel. Balance of the day for swimming, snorkeling, diving, or just relaxing by your hotel pool or private beach. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>A day of leisure for swimming, diving, or snorkeling. In the evening you will be met and transferred by car through the Sinai Desert. From the desert road, ride a camel if you wish, or continue by car to meet the Bedouins. Experience Bedouin hospitality. A candlelit dinner will be barbecued and served in front of you, at a canyon in a Bedouin tent surrounded by nothing, except the stars. Traveling and dining in the desert with the Bedouins will make you relive the adventures of Lawrence of Arabia. Later transfer back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>A day of leisure for swimming, diving, or snorkeling. Late afternoon proceed to St. Catherine. Arrive St. Catherine and transfer to the St. Catherine Village. A 3-hour climb to the top of Mount Sinai is available if you wish to view a spectacular sunrise as well as view the Red Sea and the Saudi Arabian border from the summit. The recommended time to start the climb of that 3,750 steps is at 2:00 A.M. to arrive at the summit for a spectacular sunrise around 5:00 A.M. **You must be physically fit, healthy, and not have a fear of heights in order for you to do the 3-hour mountain climb. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit St. Catherine Monastery built by Emperor Justinian during the 6th century. The site sits at the foot of Mount Sinai, where Moses is believed to have received the Ten Commandments. Visit the churches, gardens, and the living quarters of the monks who operate it. Some of your highlights will be the actual Burning Bush Shrub that grows nowhere else in the world. The Monastery owns more than 2,000 Byzantine icons, many of which are displayed in the main Church of the Transfiguration. The Monastery also has a priceless collection of more than 4,500 manuscripts including the world's second-oldest Bible. Walk in the same footsteps where Pope John-Paul II did when he visited Egypt in February of 2000. Depart St. Catherine for a drive to Cairo, transfer to the Cairo Marriott hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Intriguing Egypt Series III - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will help you with the arrival meet and assist. Later you will be transferred to your hotel, the luxurious and historical Marriott Mena House. Your room will be in the Palace section of the hotel, with a view of the Pyramids. It is located at the foot of the Giza plateau with a breathtaking view of the famous pyramids. Overnight</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, drive to Memphis on the edge of the western desert, capital of the ancient kingdom, and one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the pyramids of Giza. Khufu's (Cheop's) pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 B.C. and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the pyramids if you wish. In front of the pyramid of Khephren, we find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone, it is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the pharaoh Khephren. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, meet your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to the Pyramids Plateau to enjoy the magnificent Sound and Light show at the Giza plateau. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to a Mosque and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. Return. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Abu Simbel. Upon arrival at the Abu Simbel Airport, you will be transferred to visit the Great Temple of Ramesses II, hewn in the rock, with four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance. It was dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramesses II. Then visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters on the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground. Return to Abu Simbel Airport for your flight back to Aswan Airport. You will be met and transferred to embark on your deluxe cruise ship. The M/S Oberoi Philae (all outside junior suite cabins). Later you will visit by "felucca" the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, and the Botanical Gardens. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the High Dam, The Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Lunch and then cruise to Kom Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom Ombo, which was dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit Edfu to see The Temple of Horus, the best-preserved Egyptian temple. Lunch. Sail to Esna and visit the Temple of God Khnum, also a Ptolemaic period temple. Continue to Luxor. Overnight onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings where 64 pharaohs have been discovered - also visit the Valley of the Queen's including The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Dier El Bahari. See the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch. Afternoon visit to the temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Then visit the temple of Luxor, which was started by Amenhotep III and was completed by Ramesses II. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Disembark your cruise ship and transfer to the Winter Palace Hotel in Luxor. Later you will be met and transferred to a special visit to the tomb of Nefertari built by King Ramses II for his beloved queen. This tomb is most famous for its fine artwork. It is a breathtaking exhibit and is truly one of the highlights of your trip. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening. You will be met by our tour escort and transferred to the Karnak Temple to attend the magnificent sound and light show. Transfer back to the hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>A morning of leisure for shopping. In the afternoon, you will be met and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Cairo Marriott towers, and casino. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, then drive from Cairo to Alexandria (about 3 hours ride). Upon arrival start your sightseeing to visit the Greco-Roman museum which contains statues, bas reliefs, pottery, jewelry, marble pieces, and other artifacts, which give you a picture of the grandeur of Alexandria in its Greek and Roman days. Then visit the Roman Amphitheater which is the only known amphitheater from the Roman era in Egypt. Continue your tour to visit the Catacombs of Kom-El-Shouqafa. These tombs are remarkable for their unusual mixture of art styles, sculptures, and reliefs of Egyptian gods. Continue your tour to visit Pompey's Pillar which is a column 98 feet high and 7 feet thick, made of Aswan rose granite erected in 297 A.D. Transfer to the Montazah Sheraton Hotel in Alexandria. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>A free day to explore Alexandria's downtown on your own or walk the beaches or go for a swim. In the evening, transfer back to Cairo to the Cairo Marriott Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide to visit the beautiful Pharaonic Village. It's a complete island which was built as a replica of ancient Egypt. You will see actors and actresses living their lives like the ancient Egyptians. They live, work, dress, make papyrus paper (to write and convey messages in old times), and do all their daily chores exactly as Ancient Egyptians used to do. It's a wonderful experience that takes you back in life, a few thousand years. Return to your hotel for a day of leisure for shopping or swimming at your hotel pool. In the afternoon, you will be met and transferred for a dinner cruise and show on the Nile where you can enjoy Egyptian belly dancing and folkloric dance. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Visit Fayoum, Egypt's largest oasis, overlooking Lake Qarun which is a popular spot for hunting and fishing. You can visit the remains of the Temple and pyramid of Amenhat III and Qasr Qarun, a well-preserved temple from the Greco-Roman era. Lunch at the Oberge El-Fayoum Hotel. In the evening, transfer back to Cairo. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source: Mohamed Ouda</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series I - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour with your guide to the recently opened GEM Grand Egyptian Museum, it is the largest archaeological museum complex in the world and host to more than 100,000 artifacts. For the first time ever, King Tut’s entire treasure collection will be on display alongside artifacts from pre-historic times through Egypt’s many thousands of years of pharaonic civilization. Continue the tour to the museum of Civilization, where the permanent collection is divided into two separate regions; one chronological and the other is thematic. The chronological areas are the following: Archaic, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Medieval, Islamic, modern and contemporary. The thematic areas are the following: Dawn of Civilization, The Nile, Writing, State and Society, Material Culture, Beliefs and Thinking. Also visit the Gallery of Royal Mummies, where the mummies of the Kings were moved to. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight, Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport where you will be assisted with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will help and assist you. Later, you will be transferred to your hotel, the historical and luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis at the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and among the cities of greatest importance in the history of Ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis, visit the Djoser pyramid. Comprising of six mastabas, the pyramid has a unique stepped appearance and dates back to the 27th century B.C. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three Pyramids was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), stands the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren (Khafre). Continue your tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully reassembled. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your cruise ship. The M/S Royal Lilli. Later, visit by "felucca" the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, and the Botanical Gardens. In the afternoon, meet your tour guide and start a private tour of the Nubian Museum in Aswan. Here you can see the Nubian civilization from its start, up until the present time. Transfer back to your cruise ship. Overnight on board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries and the High Dam. cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom-Ombo, dedicated to two gods: the Crocodile God Sobek and the Falcon-Headed god Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temples of Horus (237 BC) the best-preserved Egyptian temple in existence. Then sail to Luxor via Esna. Overnight on board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of Ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 pharaohs and 57 queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most important burials. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. You will also visit the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II. Overnight board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Enjoy breakfast then disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and taken to the Old Winter Palace Hotel. Later you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour guide, and start your exploration by visiting the Valley of the Nobles, the King Tut Tomb, the Seti First Tomb, and Madinet Habu. After, travel back to your hotel. In the evening, attend the magnificent Sound and Light Show at the Karnak Temple. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Tomb of Nefertari, a fabulous burial sight possessing vibrant colors and known as the most beautiful Tomb in the Valley of the Queens. Later, visit the Luxor Museum. In the evening, you will be met and taken to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the historical and luxurious Cairo Marriott Towers and Casino Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries including the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Enjoy an afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt, also visit the Hanging Church and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammad Ali and the Citadel of Salah-El-Din and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to visit the Pyramid of Maidum, originally a seven-stepped pyramid that was later enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. The steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing turned it into a true pyramid. This massive structure is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, and completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). A little north from the Maidum Pyramid, you will find the remains of the Seila Step Pyramid, which is built of limestone and is thought to be from the 2nd Dynasty. In the afternoon, drive to Dhashur and visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. Sneferu is thought to have been the constructor of these pyramids, as well to have built the Pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops also continued to construct the pyramids. After your visit, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image source: Ivrienen</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour with your guide to the recently opened GEM Grand Egyptian Museum, it is the largest archaeological museum complex in the world and host to more than 100,000 artifacts. For the first time ever, King Tut’s entire treasure collection will be on display alongside artifacts from pre-historic times through Egypt’s many thousands of years of pharaonic civilization. Continue the tour to Maidum. The Pyramid of Maidum was originally a seven-stepped pyramid. It was enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. Eventually, the steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing converted it into a true pyramid. It is a massive structure that is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, then completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). In the afternoon visit the museum of Civilization, where the permanent collection is divided into two separate regions; one chronological and the other is thematic. The chronological areas are the following: Archaic, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Medieval, Islamic, modern and contemporary. Also visit the Gallery of Royal Mummies, where the mummies of the Kings were moved to. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image source: Mohamed Ouda</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Morning at leisure for last-minute shopping. Overnight at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will receive assistance with your check-in for your departure flight to Amman. Arrive at Amman Queen Alia Airport, where you will be met by our representative and taken to your hotel, the Inter-continental Hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Drive north for a full day tour to three of Jordan's most historic sites: Jerash, Ajlun, and Umm Qais. You will start in the biblical land of Gilead (Jerash). This is one of the finest preserved Greco-Roman cities, which the Hellenistic forces of Alexander the Great called Antioch on the Chrisorhoas. It is one of the best-preserved cities of the Decapolis. Within its intact towering city walls are, colonnaded streets, three theaters, several baths, two temples, plazas, fountains, and many other public spaces that formed the typical wealthy provincial Roman town. From the Byzantine period, Jerash has at least 15 churches with sparkling mosaics. Return back to your hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Drive south on the King's Highway to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: Petra. As you pass south of Amman through the Old Ammonite Kingdom, you will reach Madaba, possessing one of the best-preserved collections of early Christian Byzantine mosaics from the 4th to the 7th centuries AD. Ten minutes east of Madaba, is Mt. Nebo, with its commanding view of the Dead Sea and the Jordan Valley. It is the same spot where Moses is thought to have looked out over the Holy Land. Continue to the massive crusader fortress of Kerak, with its labyrinth of underground galleries, rooms, and secret passages. Its thick defensive walls are pierced by narrow slits, where the crusader's archers held out in vain for over 1000 years. Continue to Petra. Overnight at Tibet Zaman Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Jordan - Day 16</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your full-day tour at the rose-red city of Petra, the wondrous, rock-carved Nabatean capital. From that same, well-secured spot, the Nabatean Arab kingdom controlled one of the greatest international trade routes of the ancient world, the fabled "Spice and Incense Route", which linked China, India, and Southern Arabia with rich markets of Greece, Rome, and the Mediterranean world. For approximately 500 years, between the 3rd century BC and the 2nd century AD, the Nabateans carved a fabulous city out of the rose-red rock, of which over 800 individual monuments and tombs can still be appreciated today. Early evening, transfer back to Amman. Check-in and overnight at the Inter-Continental Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A day at leisure in Amman. Overnight at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series II - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will help with your meet and assist. Later, transfer to your hotel, the historical and luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel. It is located at the foot of the Giza plateau with a breathtaking view of the famous pyramids. Accommodation in a Pyramid view room, in the Palace section. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis at the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the ancient kingdom, and one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. From here we drive to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser (3rd Dynasty, 2668 BC - 2649 BC). Then visit the Pyramid of Unas, the last kind of the 5th Dynasty. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), there stands the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren (Kafre). Continue your tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully re-assembled. Transfer back to your hotel. Later in the evening you will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show at the Giza Plateau. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series II - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum, famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. A special visit to the Mummy Room. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the old Coptic Churches, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Mohammed Ali, the Ibn Tulun, and the Sultan Hassan Mosques, followed by a visit to the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Platinum Egypt Series II - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel Airport, you will be transferred to visit the great Temple hewn in rock with the four colossal seated statues of the King in front of the entrance. It was dedicated to Amun-Ra, the Horakkhti, and Ramses II. Then visit the temple of the King's wife, which was threatened by the waters upon the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by international action organized by UNESCO. All parts of the temple (statues, inscribed slabs, etc.) have been rebuilt on a plateau above the former site. Return to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight back to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your super deluxe cruise ship. The M/S Oberoi Zahra, the most luxurious Nile cruiser as of today. (outside junior suite cabin). Later you will visit by "Felucca" the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, the Botanical Gardens. In the afternoon you will be met by our representative in Aswan and transferred to the Nubian Villages to see the local Nubian people. You will be escorted to one of their homes for a cup of tea, get to see and experience their unique culture and their way of life. Later you will be transferred back to the ship. In the evening, you will be met and transferred to the Temple of Isis to attend the impressive Sound and Light performance. Transfer back to your cruise ship. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Unfinished Obelisk at the Ancient Granite Quarries and the High Dam. Continue visit to the temple that was built and dedicated to Isis on Philae Island. A private and special visit to the Nubian Museum that displays Nubian History from the past to the present time. Transfer back to ship. Cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom-Ombo, which was dedicated to two gods: The Crocodile god Sobek and the Falcon-Headed god Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Dinner, then attend a Galabiya and Costume Party. Overnight onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu (237 BC), the best-preserved Egyptian temple in existence. Sail to Luxor via Esna. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Cross to the West of the Nile to visit the Necropolis of Ancient Thebes. Explore the valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 pharaohs and 57 queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most remarkable burials. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Then a visit to the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Temple of Dendera whose construction was initiated by the Ptolemies. Dendera is dedicated to Hathor, the Cow Goddess, known as the "Golden One". Later transfer back to the ship, where you will be met by your tour guide to start your tour to the Valley of the Nobles, which is vividly painted with naturalistic scenes of agriculture, fishing, fowling, feasting, and junketing. Continue your tour to the famous King Tut Tomb and visit the very large temple of Ramses III known as Medinet Habu which depicts the battle reliefs on the exterior of the temple. End the tour by visiting the Luxor Museum. Overnight onboard Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and transferred to the Old Winter Palace hotel in Luxor, Nile view room. Later you will be met and transferred for a special visit to the newly opened tomb of "Nefertari", the beloved Queen of King Ramses II. It is magnificent and truly a highlight of the trip. Continue your tour to visit the Tomb of Queen Tausert, the wife of King Seth II. That tomb was usurped by King Set Nakht who changed some of its inscriptions and added to its original construction. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening you will be met by our tour escort and transferred to the Karnak Temple to attend the spectacular Sound and Light Show. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Morning at leisure. In the evening you will be met and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Cairo Marriott Hotel &amp; Casino. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, and transfer from Cairo to Alexandria (about a 3-hour ride). Upon arrival, start your sightseeing by visiting the Greco-Roman Museum, which contains statues, bas reliefs, pottery, jewelry, marble pieces, and other artifacts, all of which give you a picture of the grandeur of Alexandria in its Greek and Roman days. Then visit the Roman amphitheater which is the only known Amphitheater from the Roman Era in Egypt. Lunch at a local restaurant to experience the delicious seafood at Alexandria. Continue your tour to the Catacombs of Kom-El-Shouqafa. These tombs are remarkable for their unusual mixture of art styles, sculptures, and reliefs which are images of Egyptian gods. Continue your tour to visit Pompey's Pillar which is a column 98 feet high and 7 feet thick, made of Aswan rose granite erected in 297 AD. Transfer to the Montazah Sheraton Hotel in Alexandria. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source: Asiatologist</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A free day to explore Alexandria's downtown on your own or walk the beaches or go for a swim. In the evening transfer back to Cairo to the Cairo Marriott Hotel &amp; Casino for check-in. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Fayoum, Egypt's largest oasis, overlooking Lake Qarun, a popular spot for hunting and fishing. Visit the remains of the temple and pyramid of Amenhat III and Qasr Qarun, a well-preserved temple from the Greco-Roman Era. Lunch at the Auberge El-Fayoum Hotel overlooking the lake. Then continue the tour to Maidum. The Pyramid of Maidum was originally a seven-stepped pyramid, which was enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. Eventually, the steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing converted it into a true Pyramid. It is a huge structure surrounded by debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 4th dynasty, and then completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first of the 4th Dynasty Pharaohs (2613 - 2494 BC). A little north of the Maidum Pyramid is the remains of the Seila Step Pyramid, which is made of limestone and is thought to be from the 2nd Dynasty. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide and drive to Dahshur to visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. The builder of these Pyramids is thought to have been Sneferu, who is believed to have built the Pyramid of Maidum. His son was Cheops (Khufu) who continued his construction tendencies. Continue our tour to the Pyramid of Abu Sir which was constructed during the 5th Dynasty (between 2455 and 2443 BC) by Sahu Ra as his burial tomb. A short distance southeast of Sahu Ra Pyramid, we visit the Mastaba of Ptahshepses which is another Fifth-Dynasty personage. It was built between 2416 and 2392 BC. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours tour manager, to an Egyptian home for a traditional dinner and get acquainted with the local people. Tour the home and engage in a friendly social discussion to get to know the Egyptian people and their way of life. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour with your guide to the recently opened GEM Grand Egyptian Museum, it is the largest archaeological museum complex in the world and host to more than 100,000 artifacts. For the first time ever, King Tut’s entire treasure collection will be on display alongside artifacts from pre-historic times through Egypt’s many thousands of years of pharaonic civilization. Drive to the museum of Civilization, where the permanent collection is divided into two separate regions; one chronological and the other is thematic. The chronological areas are the following: Archaic, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Medieval, Islamic, modern and contemporary. In the afternoon, visit the Gallery of Royal Mummies, where the mummies of the Kings were moved. Also visit, the Islamic Museum as well as the Coptic Museum. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening you will be met and transferred for a dinner cruise and show on the Nile where you will enjoy Egyptian belly dancing and a folklore show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Sharm el-Sheikh, you will be met and transferred to embark your Red Sea cruise. Start planning the first refresher dive. After sunset, a night dive. Overnight on your yacht. Meals: Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start cruising south before sunrise and we wake up at a new location: Beacon Rock. this is where the ill-fated British ship the "Dunraven" sank in 1867. The wreck is easy to enter, making it a good dive. After lunch, you will dive the "Small Crack", a passage that leads from the inner reef to the open sea. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Prepare yourself for the best wreck dive ever - on the S/S "Thistlegorm". This British supply ship was carrying supplies and ammunition to an English battalion in Egypt when it was sunk by a German aircraft during World War II. Discovered in 1993 and since then became a diver's delight, the ship is full of trucks, motorcycles, train engines, tanks, and other war supplies. Huge schools of game fish and beautiful soft corals surround the wreck. We will spend the entire day here, with at least 4 dives. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Next stop: "Shag Rock". Choose from either another spectacular wreck dive or a reef dive featuring a huge table and fan corals. Around this reef opportunity to see white tip sharks, reef sharks, sea turtles, and a variety of other marine life. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early arrival to Shaab Abu-Nuhas, an atoll north of Shaduan Island. This reef is a graveyard of 4 wrecks, not only are the wrecks spectacular, the marine life is beautiful as well. In the afternoon we cruise to the alternatives reef which is an excellent location for our night dive. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Today you will dive in what is reputed to be the best reef dive in the world: "Shark Reef" on Ras Mohammed - the ultimate wall dive! At least 2 dives at this wall, before moving on to a new site for a long and shallow dive. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Roland Unger</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>We dive at the Shark Observatory of Ras Mohammed, an exciting dive area. The reef table is narrow and its seaward wall is a sheer 700 meters drop to the deep blue. Later we cruise to Fisherman's Bank to dive the amazing reef and visit 2 caves. PM Cruise back to Sharm el-Sheikh for an evening and a farewell dinner party. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Disembark your ship after breakfast in Sharm and transfer to the Sharm El Sheikh Marriott Resort. Balance of day at leisure. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Travel by car through the Sinai Peninsula. It was in the Sinai that Moses received the Ten Commandments. Prophet Elijah sought refuge from Queen Jezebel and the Holy family traveled on their journey into Egypt. Visit the St. Catherine Monastery, built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century to shelter Christian Monks. The Monastery contains the Chapel of the Burning Bush, the mosaic of the transfiguration of Christ and a library containing early Christian manuscripts. You will see as well as climb if you wish Mount Moses Mountain which is beyond the Monastery, where the Monks have built a staircase of rocks consisting of 3,750 steps leading to the summit. Overnight at the St. Catherine Village. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early morning climb of Mount Sinai if you wish. Check out from your hotel and you will be transferred to Cairo. Check-in at your hotel, the Cairo Marriott Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, start your tour visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Khufu's Pyramid, the largest of the three was built in the 4th dynasty about 2960 B.C. and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In the front of the Pyramid of Khephre, we find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone, it is a lion's body with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Khephre. Have a camel ride by the pyramids area if you wish, then continue your tour visiting the Egyptian museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tutankhamen. Afternoon excursion to old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic churches, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Ben Ezra. Continue your tour to the Citadel of Salah-El-Din and the Mohammed Ali Mosque and the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili where you can bargain for Egyptian goodies including jewelry, hand-tooled leather items, and much more. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Live Aboard Diving Cruise - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>20-Day Guided Tour of Egypt - Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will meet and assist you. Later you will be transferred to your hotel, the historical and luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis at the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and among the cities of greatest importance in the history of Ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis, visit the Djoser pyramid. Comprising six mastabas, the pyramid has a unique stepped appearance and dates back to the 27th century B.C. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three Pyramids, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), stands the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Continue your tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully reassembled. Return to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours tour manager to the Giza Plateau, to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour with your guide to the recently opened GEM Grand Egyptian Museum, it is the largest archaeological museum complex in the world and host to more than 100,000 artifacts. For the first time ever, King Tut’s entire treasure collection will be on display alongside artifacts from pre-historic times through Egypt’s many thousands of years of pharaonic civilization. Continue the tour to Maidum. The Pyramid of Maidum was originally a seven-stepped pyramid. It was enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. Eventually, the steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing converted it into a true pyramid. It is a massive structure that is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, then completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). In the afternoon visit the museum of Civilization, where the permanent collection is divided into two separate regions; one chronological and the other is thematic. The chronological areas are the following: Archaic, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Medieval, Islamic, modern and contemporary. The thematic areas are the following: Dawn of Civilization, The Nile, Writing, State and Society, Material Culture, Beliefs and Thinking. Also visit the Gallery of Royal Mummies, where the mummies of the Kings were moved to. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Dahshur, visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. The builder of these pyramids is thought to have been Sneferu, who is thought to have built the Pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops continued his constructive tendencies. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to an Egyptian home for a true and authentic Egyptian dinner, get acquainted with the people of Egypt, their way of life. See an Egyptian home, engage in a social discussion about the two cultures, their way of life, and the people. Later, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Abu-Simbel. Arrive Abu-Simbel where you will be transferred to visit the Great Temple with its four colossal seated statues of the king by the entrance, it was dedicated to Amun-Ra, the Horakkhti, and Ramses II. Also, visit the Kings Wife Temple. The entire complex was threatened by the waters upon the completion of the Aswan High Dam, it was preserved by International Action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple (statues, inscribed slabs, etc.) have been cut, numbered, and moved on a plateau above the former site. Transfer to the Nefertari Hotel in Abu-Simbel. Balance of the day at leisure. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early breakfast and a wonderful opportunity to see the sunrise at the Abu-Simbel Temples. Checkout and transfer to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the historic Old Cataract, or the Movenpick Aswan Hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, start your tour visiting the Botanical Gardens, the Agha Khan Mausoleum by felucca, and the Temple of Isis on Philae Island. Continue your tour visiting the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Nubian Museum which describes the Nubian history from past to present time including some Coptic and Islamic art as well. Continue our tour visiting the Nubian Villages and a special visit to a Nubian home where you will be served tea and have s short social discussion with the locals. Later transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred to the Philae Temple by boat to attend the beautiful Sound and Light Show. Later, transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred by car to Luxor visiting en-route the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom-Ombo, dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris. Continue to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus (237 BC) the best-preserved Egyptian temple in existence. From there to Esna, visit the Temple of the god Khnum. Continue to Luxor. Arrive Luxor where you will be met and transferred to the historical Old Winter Palace Hotel. Start your tour with a ferry ride, crossing to the west bank of the Nile, visit the Valley of the Queens that lies hidden in the foothills of the Mountains of Gourma. See the dramatic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of graceful proportions, then visit the famous Valley of the Kings where the royal tomb of Seti I, King Tut and Ramses are located. Visit these two popular tombs to see the impressive elaborate reliefs, wall paintings depicting events of the past, and marvel at the exquisite colors, that has been excellently preserved for thousands of years. Return to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred to attend the magnificent Sound and Light Show in Karnak Temple. Later, transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temple of Karnak with their awesome and giant columns. The ruins of Greece and Rome are dwarfed beside them. Also, visit the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. End your tour with a visit to the Luxor Museum. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temple of Dendera whose construction was initiated by the Ptolemies. Dendera is dedicated to Hathor, the cow goddess, known as "The Golden One". Continue your tour visiting the Valley of the Nobles, many of which are vividly painted with naturalistic scenes of agriculture, fishing, fowling, feasting, and junketing. In the afternoon, visit the famous King Tut Tomb and visit the very large Temple of Ramses III, also known as Medinet Habu which depicts the battle reliefs, on the temple exterior. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source: Bernard Gagnon</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to Abidos, visit the Temple of Abidos, a Greco-Roman Temple that lies about 60 miles north of Luxor. The temple was first initiated by Ptolemy III with numerous additions by subsequent Roman Ptolemaic rulers. It houses a famous painting of Queen Cleopatra, and Caesaron, her son from Julius Caesar. The temple is renowned for its horoscope inscriptions. Drive back to Luxor and embark on a 2-hour felucca (sailboat) ride, exploring the East and the West bank of the Nile riding in a sailboat the same way the ancient Egyptians used to do it thousands of years ago. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting the tomb of Nefertari. A fabulous tomb, called the most beautiful Tomb in the Valley of the Queens, has some of the most vibrant colors, built by King Ramses II for his beloved queen. This tomb is most famous for its fine artwork. A breathtaking exhibit, truly a highlight of your trip. In the afternoon, visit the Tomb of Queen "Tausert", wife of King Seth II. That tomb was usurped by King Set Nakht who changed some of its inscriptions and added to its original construction. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight to Sharm-el-Sheikh. Arrive in Sharm and transfer by car to Saint Catherine. Arrive in St. Catherine and transfer to the Saint Catherine Village and Resort for check-in. Balance of day at leisure. A choice of a 3-hour climb to the summit of Mount Sinai is available if you wish, to see the spectacular sunrise, as well as a view of the Red Sea and the Saudi Arabian border. A popular time to start the climb of the 3,750 steps is at 2:00 A.M. in order to arrive at the summit for sunrise around 5:00 A.M. **You must be physically fit to make the 3-hour climb to the summit of Mount Sinai Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Sinai Peninsula. Not much has changed in the area since Moses fled the Pharaoh of Egypt and made his way to this craggy moonscape, where he beheld the miracle of the burning bush and heard God tell him to lead the Israelite’s out of bondage. Today, you will enjoy that same journey through the same stark granite mountains, to the site of the burning bush, where Emperor Justinian built the Monastery of St. Catherine during the sixth century. The site sits at the foot of Mount Sinai, where Moses is believed to have received the Ten Commandments. While visiting the compound, you will see the enclosing churches, gardens, and the living quarters of the monks who operate it. Some of your highlights will be the actual bush, a shrub that grows nowhere else in the world; the Chapel of the Burning Bush; and the well where Moses is said to have seen the daughters of Jethro tending sheep. The monastery owns more than 2,000 Byzantine icons, the world's largest and finest collection of these paintings, many of which are displayed in the Church of the Transfiguration. The monastery also has a priceless collection of more than 4,500 manuscripts, including the world's second-oldest Bible. Overnight in St Catherine. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 15</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive from Saint Catherine to Sharm-el-Sheikh. Upon arrival at Sharm-el-Sheikh, transfer to the Marriott Sharm Hotel. Balance of day at leisure for swimming, snorkeling, diving, or relaxing by your hotel pool or by the hotel private beach. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 16</image:title>
      <image:caption>A day at leisure for swimming, diving, and snorkeling. In the evening you will be met and transferred by car to the Sinai Desert. From the desert road, you will ride camels to meet the Bedouins. Experience the Bedouin hospitality, a dinner will be barbecued and served in front of you at a canyon in a Bedouin tent surrounded by the stars. Traveling and dining in the desert with the Bedouins, will make you relive the adventure of Lawrence of Arabia. Later, transfer back to your Sharm hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 17</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transfer to Sharm Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel. The Cairo Marriott and Towers Hotel and casino, a room with a Nile view. Morning at leisure. In the evening, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred for an oriental Cairo dinner cruise, with folkloric music, traditional, and belly dancing show. Later, transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth I - Day 18</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Gayer Anderson Museum (Bayt Al-Kiridlyyah) Two houses, one from the 16th century, the other from the 17th, each comfortable by the standards of their time, have been delightfully joined together, both filled with antique furniture. Continue your tour visiting the Manyal Palace, built-in 1826 and it conceals an Ottoman-Baroque fantasy within; an immense marble basin and marble island in its center. The palace was built by Prince Muhammad Ali. Continue our tour with a visit to Ibn Tulon Mosque, one of the architectural glories of the Muslim world, completed in the year 879 and covers 8.5 acres of land. In the afternoon, visit the Islamic Museum that contains Islamic art from Egypt, Turkey, and Persia dating from the 7th to 19th centuries. Continue the tour with a visit to the Coptic Museum, built on the site of the Roman fortress of Babylon, constructed about 30 BC. Inside you will find some of the richest collections of Coptic Christian art in the world. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Image Source: Berthold Werner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt, also visit the Hanging and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammad Ali and the Citadel of Salah-El-Din and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source: A maraqa</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth II - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will meet and greet you upon arrival. Later, you will be transferred to your hotel, the historical and luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel, accommodations will be in a deluxe room overlooking the Pyramid. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth II - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis at the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and among the cities of greatest importance in the history of Ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis, visit the Djoser pyramid. Comprising six mastabas, the pyramid has a unique stepped appearance and dates back to the 27th century B.C. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three Pyramids, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), stands the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren (Khafre). Continue your tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully reassembled. Return to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours tour manager to the Giza Plateau, to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth II - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Abu Sir to visit the 5th dynasty Sun Temple for King Sahure, Neferirkare, and Niussere. Visit the Sun Temple of Niussere at Abu Ghurab. This is the most intact Sun Temple from the 5th Dynasty period. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three was built in the 4th dynasty about 2650 BC. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you would like; also visit the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. Continue your tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops was found and has been beautifully re-assembled. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth II - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour with your guide to the recently opened GEM Grand Egyptian Museum, it is the largest archaeological museum complex in the world and host to more than 100,000 artifacts. For the first time ever, King Tut’s entire treasure collection will be on display alongside artifacts from pre-historic times through Egypt’s many thousands of years of pharaonic civilization. Continue the tour to Maidum. The Pyramid of Maidum was originally a seven-stepped pyramid. It was enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. Eventually, the steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing converted it into a true pyramid. It is a massive structure that is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, then completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). In the afternoon visit the museum of Civilization, where the permanent collection is divided into two separate regions; one chronological and the other is thematic. The chronological areas are the following: Archaic, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Medieval, Islamic, modern and contemporary. Also visit the Gallery of Royal Mummies, where the mummies of the Kings were moved to. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Dahshur, visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. The builder of these pyramids is thought to have been Sneferu, who is thought to have built the Pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops continued his constructive tendencies. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to an Egyptian home for a true and authentic Egyptian dinner and to get acquainted with the people of Egypt, their way of life. See an Egyptian home, engage in a social discussion about the two cultures, their way of life, and the people. Later, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth II - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive through the Delta to the town of Tanis. Tanis was the capital of Egypt during the late period of the 21st to the 22nd dynasties and served as a burial site for some of the kings. The pharaohs used to bring monumental statues from all over Egypt to embellish their temples. Drive back to Cairo and visit the Hanging Church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It was built at the end of the 3rd century. Also visit the Church of St. Sergius, built in the 4th century. This is one of the places where the holy family had taken shelter. Continue the tour to visit St. Barbara Church built sometime in the 4th Century and which has some of the writings of Saint John. Also visit Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt. Continue the tour to the Medieval House of Ghouria, where you will attend a magnificent and impressive live performance of the whirling Dervishes. Enjoy dinner at a traditional restaurant in the El-Houssein area. Later transfer back to. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth II - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel Airport, visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, with its four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance, dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Continue to visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters upon the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground. Later, transfer to the Seti Mercure Hotel in Abu-Simbel. Balance of day at leisure. You may go back to the temples for picture taking, an amazing opportunity during sunset. In the evening, transfer to attend the Sound and Light Show at the temples of Abu-Simbel—it's an impressive and outstanding performance. Overnight in Abu-Simbel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A wonderful opportunity to see the sunrise at the Abu-Simbel Temples. Later, transfer to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Aswan Obelisk Nile Hotel for check-in. Start your tour visiting the Botanical Gardens and the exterior of the Agha Khan Mausoleum by "Felucca" (sailboat). Also, visit the Temple of Isis on Philae Island. In the afternoon, visit the High Dam, Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Also, visit Kalabsha Temple built during the Augustus Empire. Also visit the Roman Kiosk of Qertassi, a small Roman temple, and the Shrine of Ramses II from Beit El-Wali. Proceed to visit the Nobles site. These tombs were constructed by Nobles and Princes of the region about 2300 BC. Important among them are the tombs of Mehu, Sirenput, Pepi-Nakht, and Khuf Har. Continue your tour at the Nubian Museum which details the Nubian history from past to present time including some Coptic Christian and Islamic art as well. In the afternoon visit the Nubian village, including a special visit to a Nubian home. There you will be served tea and have a short social discussion with the locals and observe their way of life. In the afternoon, ride camels in the desert to the Tomb of Nomarchs and the majestic Monastery of St. Simeon. Later, transfer back to your hotel. In the evening you will be met and transferred to Philae Temple by Felucca to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source: Marc Ryckaert</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred by car to Luxor visiting en-route the Greco Roman Temple of Kom-Ombo, shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris, dating back to 180 BC, during the Ptolemaic era with additions made during Roman times. Continue to Edfu, visit the Temple of Horus (237 BC.), the best-preserved temple in Egypt. From there drive to Esna, visit the Temple of the god Khnum. Late afternoon arrive to Luxor where you will be transferred to the historic Old Winter Palace Hotel. Accommodation is in the Old Palace Section, overlooking the Nile. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour crossing by a ferry to the West Bank of the Nile and visit the Valley of the Queens, which lies hidden in the foothills of the mountains of Gourma. See the dramatic temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of graceful proportions, visit the famous Valley of the Kings where most of the royal tombs are. Visit, Valley of the Nobles, famous for its fine wall drawings and decorations which depict scenes from the daily life of the ancient Egyptians. In the afternoon, visit the famous tomb of King Tut (14th century BC). Also, visit the Seti II Tomb from the 13th century BC. The outer halls of this tomb are decorated with reliefs on beautiful limestone. Also visit the temples and Chapels of Madinet Habu, the largest complex built by Ramses III. Continue your tour to visit the Ramesseum, a mortuary temple built by King Ramses II, one of the largest temples in Egypt. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the tomb of Nefertari, built by King Ramses II for his beloved queen. This tomb is most famous for its fine artwork, called the most beautiful Tomb in the Valley of the Queens, which is known for its vibrant colors. Truly a breathtaking exhibit and is one of the highlights of your trip. Continue your tour to visit the tomb of Queen Tausert, the wife of King Seth II. That tomb was usurped by King Set-Nakht who changed some of its inscriptions and added to its original construction. From there visit the tomb of Menna from 1425 BC. This fine tomb belongs to the scribe of the fields under Tuthmosis IV. Continue your tour visiting the Tomb of Amenhotep II, dating back to 1450 BC. The tomb of Amenhotep II is one of the most beautiful tombs in the Valley of the Kings. The walls are painted terracotta and the mortuary texts are so finely drawn, they provide the impression of papyrus text printed to the interior walls of the tomb. End your tour with a visit to the Luxor Museum. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source: Ovedc</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the tomb of Nakht. A tomb famous for its scenes of dancing girls and banquet scenes; also the details of hunting scenes are very clear on the walls. Continue the tour with a visit to the tomb of Ramose from 1379 BC, also known as tomb number 55, belonging to the Prime Minister of Akhenaton. Although the tomb is somewhat damaged, it has some of the most beautiful reliefs of Ramose and his wife. In the afternoon, visit the tomb of Ramses IV dating back to 1200 BC. The tomb has nice paintings on its walls depicting different chapters from the "Book of the Dead" as well as magical scenes. In the afternoon, visit the tomb of Amon-Hir Khopshef who was the son of Ramses III. It has scenes showing Ramses III teaching his nine-year-old son. From there, visit the Temple of Karnak with its awesome and giant columns. Also, visit the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show at Karnak Temple. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source: Metropolitan Museum of Art</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Drive to Dendera, visit the Temple of Hathor, goddess of love, music, and wine. It was built in the 1st century BC, and the only circular representation of the heavens found in Egypt. It is a Greco-Roman temple. The temple was first initiated by Ptolemy III, followed by numerous additions by subsequent Roman Ptolemaic rulers. It also houses a famous painting of Queen Cleopatra. Continue to Abydos, visit the Temple of Seti I, viewing the famous list of kings and some of the most beautifully painted reliefs from pharaonic periods. Return to Luxor and embark on a 2-hour Felucca (sailboat) ride, exploring the East and the West Bank of the Nile, riding in a sailboat the same way the ancient Egyptians used to do thousands of years ago. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Image Source: Hamerani</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Transfer to Luxor airport for your flight to Sharm-El-Sheikh. Upon arrival at Sharm, you will be transferred to the Marriott Sharm Hotel. Spend the remainder of the day swimming, snorkeling, diving or just relaxing by your hotel pool or private beach. Overnight Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Morning at leisure, swimming, diving, or snorkeling. In the evening, you will be met and transferred by car to the Sinai Desert. From the desert road, you’ll ride camels, (if you wish, or continue in a Jeep) to meet the Bedouins. Experience the Bedouin hospitality, a dinner will be barbecued and served in front of you in the canyon in a Bedouin tent, surrounded by nothing except the stars. Traveling and dining in the desert with the Bedouins will make you relive the adventures of Lawrence of Arabia. Later, transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A day at leisure for swimming, diving, or snorkeling. Late afternoon drive to St. Catherine. Arrive St. Catherine and transfer to the St. Catherine Village. A 3-hour climb to the summit of Mount Sinai is available if you wish to see a spectacular sunrise as well as a view of the Red Sea and the Saudi Arabian border. The recommended time to start the climb of the 3,750 steps is at 2:00 A.M. in order to arrive at the summit for a spectacular sunrise around 5:00 A.M **You must be physically fit, healthy and don’t fear heights in order for you to do the 3-hour mountain climb. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the St. Catherine Monastery built by Emperor Justinian during the 6th century. The site sits at the foot of Mount Sinai, where Moses is believed to have received the Ten Commandments. Visit the churches, gardens, and the living quarters of the monks who operate it on a daily basis. Some of your highlights will be the actual Burning Bush Shrub that grows nowhere else in the world. The Monastery owns more than 2,000 Byzantine icons, many of which are displayed in the Church of the Transfiguration. The Monastery also has a priceless collection of more than 4,500 manuscripts including the world's second-oldest Bible. Walk in the same footsteps where Pope John-Paul II did when he visited Egypt in February of 2000. Depart St. Catherine to Wadi Firan to visit the largest Oasis in the peninsula. In the 4th century AD, it was a Christian stronghold. Continue your drive to Sarabit El-Khadem, visit the semi-precious turquoise mines where the ancient Egyptians used to mine for precious stones. Also, visit the Temple of Hathor, the cow-headed goddess from the 1st century AD. Drive to Uyun Mussa, time permitting, get to see the oasis with its 12 sweet water springs. It is here where the Israelite’s were halted after crossing the Red Sea, and also where Moses is supposed to have thrown a tree into the largest spring. Continue your drive to Cairo via the Suez Canal. Arrive Cairo where you will be transferred to the luxurious Four Season Hotel in Cairo. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide and an early drive from Cairo to the very famous town of Tel-El-Amarna, the town formerly known as Akhenaten. King Akhenaten offered this place to be the home of his god Aton (1375–1350 BC). Start your tour by visiting Ay's Tomb. The drawings show Ay and his wife receiving gold collars from Akhenaten and Nefertari. From there continue to Huya's Tomb, steward of Queen Tiyi, the queen mother and wife of Amenhotep III. In the afternoon, visit the tomb of Meri-re I, the high priest of Aton. A table of offerings including a beautiful representation of a colorful rainbow is drawn on the left-hand wall of the chamber below the Aton disk. Also, visit the Tomb of Meri-re II, the superintendent of the palace of Queen Nefertiti. It has plenty of scenes showing celebrations honoring leaders of other countries. Transfer to your hotel, the Grand Aton Hotel or similar in Menia. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Roland Unger</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the tomb of Panhesy, the chief servitor. The facade that decorated the outside of his tomb is still preserved. Drive to Beni Hasan where there are more than 39-tombs located here from the Middle Kingdom (about 2050 BC). They were built for feudal lords. Visit some of the famous ones like Amenemhet, Tomb of Khnumhotep, Tomb of Bakhet as well as the tomb of Kheti. Drive back to Cairo. Transfer to your hotel. The Inter-Continental Semiramis Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Voluremuseum</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's pharaonic period including the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Also, visit the famous Mummy Room in the museum which was ordered opened to the public by President Mubarak of Egypt. Afternoon excursion to old Cairo, visit the very old Coptic Churches, including Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt, also visit the Hanging Church, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your tour to the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammad Ali; also visit the famous City of the Dead. Centuries-old cemetery in old Cairo, with very small houses encompassing both the dead and their living relatives, who—because of inadequate housing—have moved into their family's graves. End your tour at the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled copper, silver, and leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: A Maraqa</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will meet and assist you. Later you will be transferred to your hotel, the historical and luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel for overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis at the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and among the cities of greatest importance in the history of Ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis, visit the Djoser pyramid. Comprising six mastabas, the pyramid has a unique stepped appearance and dates back to the 27th century B.C. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three Pyramids, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), stands the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Continue your tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully reassembled. Return to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred by our tour manager to the Giza Plateau, to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour with your guide to the recently opened GEM Grand Egyptian Museum, it is the largest archaeological museum complex in the world and host to more than 100,000 artifacts. For the first time ever, King Tut’s entire treasure collection will be on display alongside artifacts from pre-historic times through Egypt’s many thousands of years of pharaonic civilization. Continue the tour to Maidum. The Pyramid of Maidum was originally a seven-stepped pyramid. It was enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. Eventually, the steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing converted it into a true pyramid. It is a massive structure that is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, then completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). In the afternoon visit the museum of Civilization, where the permanent collection is divided into two separate regions; one chronological and the other is thematic. The chronological areas are the following: Archaic, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Medieval, Islamic, modern and contemporary. Also visit the Gallery of Royal Mummies, where the mummies of the Kings were moved to. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Dahshur, visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. The builder of these pyramids is thought to have been Sneferu, who is thought to have built the Pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops who continued his constructive tendencies. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred to an Egyptian home, for a traditional Egyptian dinner and for getting acquainted with the people of Egypt, their way of life, see an Egyptian home, engage in a social discussion about the two cultures and the people if you wish. Later, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to Cairo airport, for your early flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel, you will be transferred to visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, with its four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance, dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Continue to visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters upon the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground. Transfer back to Abu-Simbel airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred to the Old Cataract for check-in, a room with a Nile view. Later, visit the Nubian Museum which details the Nubian History from past to present time, including some Coptic Christian and Islamic art as well. Continue our tour visiting the Nubian village and a special visit to a Nubian home where you will be served tea, and engage in a short social discussion. Later, transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred to Philae Temple by felucca, to attend the beautiful Sound and Light Show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to embark your deluxe cruise ship. The Sonesta M/S Moon Goddess. Later, you will visit by "felucca" the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, and the Botanical Gardens. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Unfinished Obelisk, the ancient granite quarries, and the High Dam. Cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom-Ombo, which was dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Temples of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in existence. It’s a Ptolemaic temple built between 237 and 57 B. Sail to Luxor via Esna, Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the necropolis of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 Pharaohs and 57 Queens have been discovered. Enter some of the most important burials including the King Tut Tomb. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Afternoon visit to the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Also visit the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and transferred to the Jollie Ville Movenpick or the Sonesta St, George Hotel in Luxor for check-in. Later, meet with our Egyptologist, visit the Tomb of Queen "Tausert", wife of King Seth II. That tomb was usurped by King Set Nakht who changed some of its inscriptions and added to its original construction. From there continue the tour to visit the Tomb of Ramses VI. It's a rock-cut tomb and the largest in the valley. It has the most beautiful design of the Goddess Nout (the Goddess of the Sky). In the afternoon, visit the Tomb of Ramses 9. It has beautiful reliefs with still vivid colors. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred to attend the magnificent Sound and Light Show in Karnak Temple. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Temple of Dendera, its construction was initiated by the Ptolemies. Dendera is dedicated to Hathor, the Cow Goddess, known as "The Golden One". Continue your tour to the Valley of the Nobles, many of which are vividly painted with naturalistic scenes of agriculture, fishing, fowling, feasting, and junketing. Continue to the famous King Tut Tomb, and visit the very large Temple of Ramses III, known as Medinet Habu which depicts the battle reliefs on the temple exterior. End our tour by visiting the Luxor Museum. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting the tomb of Nefertari, built by King Ramses II for his beloved queen. This tomb is most famous for its fine artwork, called the most beautiful Tomb in the Valley of the Queens, which is known for its vibrant colors. It is a breathtaking exhibit and is truly one of the highlights of your trip. Continue the tour to visit Deir el Madina, a village of the skilled laborers and artisans, builders of the Valley of the Kings, In the afternoon, visit the Tomb of Senefer. It has reliefs to mummification methods and a doorway to the second life. Later, you will be transferred to embark on a 2-hour felucca (sailboat) ride, exploring the Wast and the West Bank of the Nile riding in a sailboat the same way as the ancient Egyptians used to do thousands of years ago. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Ramesseum, which used to be the funerary temple of Ramses II. It has the statues Azamendous weighing over 1000 tons of granite and inscriptions from the Battle of Kaddish. Continue your tour, visit the Tomb of Ramose, the vizier of Akhnaton from the 18th Dynasty. This is a tomb has intact and vivid colors and reliefs, displaying scenes of burials and funerals. In the afternoon, visit Menna and Nakht, Governor of Luxor, and the High Priest from 1450 BC. It has reliefs displaying scenes of everyday life including, belly dancing scenes and musicians with their instruments. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Drive from Luxor to Hurghada, which is about a three and half hour drive. Arrive Hurghada and transfer to the Hurghada Marriott or the Movenpick resort and Spa, El Gouna Hotel. Balance of day at leisure for swimming, diving, or snorkeling. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast and a free day for swimming, diving, or snorkeling. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Transfer from Hurghada to Zaafarana, visit the Monastery of St. Paul. Built-in the end of the 4th century, the monastery is considered to be very well preserved and is built in the Basilica style. This is one of the first monasteries to teach Christianity and depended financially on the caravans (merchants) passing by for food and health supplies. Most of the icons in that monastery were donated by people passing by. From there drive to St. Antonio Monastery, built to be the first Christian school in the Eastern region. It has natural water well, that provided water to people living in the two monasteries. Continue our drive to St. Catherine. Arrive at St. Catherine. Overnight at the St. Catherine Village. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast and visit the Sinai Peninsula. Not much has changed in the area since Moses fled the Pharaoh of Egypt and made his way to this craggy moonscape, where he beheld the miracle of a burning bush and heard God telling him to lead the Israelite’s out of bondage. Today you will enjoy that same journey through the same stark granite mountains to the site of the Burning Bush, where Emperor Justinian built the Monastery of St. Catherine during the 6th century. The site sits at the foot of Mount Sinai, where Moses is believed to have received the Ten Commandments. While visiting the old monastery compound, you will see the enclosing churches, gardens, and living quarters of the monks who operate it. Some of your highlights will be the actual bush, a shrub that grows nowhere else in the world; the Chapel of the Burning Bush; the well where Moses is said to have seen the daughters of Jethro tending sheep. The monastery owns more than 2,000 Byzantine icons, the world's largest and finest collection of such paintings, many of them displayed in the Church of the Transfiguration. The monastery also has a priceless collection of more than 4,500 manuscripts, including the world's second-oldest Bible. A 3-hour climb to the summit of Mount Sinai is available if you wish to see a spectacular sunrise as well as a view of the Red Sea and the Saudi Arabian border. A popular time to start the climb of 3,750 steps is at 2:00 A.M. in order to arrive at the summit for sunrise around 5:00 am. **You must be physically fit, healthy, and not have a fear of heights in order for you to do the 3-hour mountain climb. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Transfer from St. Catherine by car to Sharm-el-Sheikh. One of the world's best resorts and a diver's paradise. Arrive Sharm transfer to the Marriott Sharm Hotel. Balance of day at leisure for swimming, diving, or snorkeling. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Free morning for swimming, diving, or snorkeling. Early evening, you will be met and transferred by car to the Sinai Desert. From the desert road, we will take camels (or a jeep, if you don’t want to ride a camel), meet the Bedouins. Experience the Bedouin hospitality, a dinner will be barbecued and served in front of you at a canyon, in a Bedouin tent surrounded by nothing but the stars. Traveling and dining in the desert with the Bedouins will make you relive the adventures of Lawrence of Arabia's. Transfer back to your hotel Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Transfer to Sharm Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the historical Cairo Marriott Towers and Casino Hotel. In the evening, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred for a Cairo dinner cruise with traditional folkloric music, and a belly dancing performance. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive from Cairo to Monastery of Saint Pishoy. This monastery has existed from the end of the 6th century, built to be a fortress from attacks of the Bedouins and converted by monks into a monastery. Continue our drive to Alexandria. Upon arrival start your sightseeing by visiting the Greco-Roman Museum that contains statues, bas reliefs, pottery, jewelry, marble pieces, and other artifacts, that give you a picture of the grandeur of Alexandria in its Greek and Roman days. Visit the Roman Amphitheater which is the only known amphitheater from the Roman era in Egypt. In the afternoon, visit the catacombs of Kom-el-Shouqafa. These tombs are remarkable for their unusual mixture of art styles, sculptures, and reliefs of Egyptian Gods. Continue your tour to visit Pompey's Pillar, a column 98 feet high and 7 feet thick, made of Aswan Rose Granite, and erected in 297 AD. Drive back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches, Abu Serga Church, built over the crypt where Jesus, Mary, and Joseph stayed while in Egypt, also visit the Hanging and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammad Ali and the Citadel of Salah-El-Din and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will assist you with your arrival. Later, you will be transferred to your hotel, the luxurious and historical Marriott Mena House Hotel. Pyramid view room. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis on the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the ancient kingdom, one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. Continue with a drive to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheop's Pyramids, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th Dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride in the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramids of Chephren, you'll see the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Continue your tour to visit the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been beautifully reassembled. Return to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to the Giza Plateau, to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Later, transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Gayer Anderson Museum (Bayt Al-Kiridlyyah): two houses, one of the 16th century, the other of the 17th, each comfortable by their own standards at the time, have been delightfully joined together, both filled with antique furniture from all over the Middle East. Continue the tour to visit the Manial Palace, which was built in 1826 and conceals an ottoman-Baroque fantasy: an immense marble basin with a marble island in its center. The Palace was built by Prince Mohammed Ali, the cousin of King Faruq, and includes a Museum exhibiting King Faruq's trophies and the prince's residence with its furnishings and a large collection of the family memorabilia. In the afternoon, visit the Ibn Tulun Mosque, one of the architectural glories of the Muslim world, completed in the year 879 and covers 8.5 acres of land and is designed in the classical courtyard style. It is well known for its pointed arches, beautifully carved stucco, and Koranic inscriptions in sycamore wood. Continue the tour to visit the Islamic Museum that has Islamic art from Egypt, Turkey, and Persia dating from the 7th to 19th centuries. Then visit the Coptic Museum, built on the site of the Roman fortress of Babylon, constructed about 30 BC inside you will find some of the richest collections of Coptic art in the world. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Luxor. Upon arrival at Luxor Airport, you will be met and transferred to your deluxe hotel, the Movenpick Hotel for check-in. Later begin your tour by crossing the West Bank of the Nile by ferry, visit the Valley of the Queens which lies hidden in the foothills of the Mountains of Gourma. See the dramatic temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of graceful proportions, then visit the famous Valley of the Kings where the royal tomb of Seti I, King Tut, and Ramses are located. See the elaborate reliefs and wall paintings depicting events of the past, and marvel at the exquisite colors, excellently preserved for thousands of years. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your tour guide to visit the Valley of the Nobles and the Workers' Village. Continue to visit Medinet Habu which contains Ramses III (1194 BC - 1163 BC). This is the largest building in a complex surrounded by a massive mudbrick girdle wall. Late afternoon, visit the Luxor Museum. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, You will attend the magnificent sound and light show at Karnak temple. Later, return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your day by visiting the tomb of Nefertari, a fabulous tomb that has the most vivid colors of any tomb in the Valley of the Queens. A major highlight of your trip. Continue your tour to visit the temple of Karnak with its giant columns; the ruins of Greece and Rome are dwarfed beside them! Continue the tour to visit the temple of Luxor which was started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. In the evening, you will be met by your tour manager and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the Ramses Hilton. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and including the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. In the afternoon, take an excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very Old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Mohammed Ali Mosque and the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight to Athens. Once you arrive in Athens you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel, the Grande Bretagne Luxury. Enjoy a leisure day. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your half-day tour of Athens sightseeing tour. This tour allows you to explore the striking contrasts that make Athens a fascinating city. See the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Royal Palace among the many other points of interest, and the world-renowned Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Acropolis Museum. Later transfer back to your hotel. Enjoy a leisure day. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast and a free day to explore Athens on your own or we recommend a visit to the Plaka area, with ceramic tiled roofs, whitewashed or pastel-colored walls, Neoclassic buildings, and ornate wrought-iron balconies. This Plaka Village has been extensively renovated for over 25-years. There, you will find many quaint cafes, restaurants, and shops. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to the Port of Piraeus, embark on your Royal Olympic cruise for a 4-day Aegean Venture Cruise. All meals, shore excursions, port taxes, and charges are included in your package and your accommodation is based on a superior outside cabin. The ship sails from Piraeus at 11:00 A.M. that morning. Arrive on the island of Mykonos at 5:30 P.M. This island offers beautiful sandy beaches, winding streets, and chic boutiques. Stroll at leisure through the white-washed, flower-decked alleyways to the sculpture-like church of Paraportiani. Visit the windmills for which Mykonos is famous. At the foot of the windmills is the section known as "Little Venice" which is a replica of Venice in Italy. Enjoy the sunset while sipping a cocktail at one of the cafes here. Set sail for Heraklion, Crete at 9:30 p.m. Overnight at sea. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Heraklion, Crete at 7:00 A.M. You may choose to visit the famous site Knossos. Knossos is the ancient city of the Minoan Civilization; visit the Labyrinth, where the legendary Minotaur was said to be kept and the Minoan relics displayed in the Heraklion Museum. Depart Crete for the island of Santorini at 11:30 A.M. Be sure to be on deck as you approach Santorini, one of the highlights of the itinerary. Arrive Santorini at 4:30 P. M. Santorini is thought by many to be the lost city of Atlantis. You may choose to reach the city of Fira by riding a donkey or a cable car. Stroll through the narrow streets of this white-washed village and enjoy the breathtaking view of the caldera and the volcano while sipping a glass of the famous Santorini wine at an outdoor cafe. The island also boasts archaeological sights that are similar to that of Pompeii - Akrotiri, a lost city that was covered in pumice and ash when the volcano erupted. This city also dates back to Minoan times. Depart Santorini at 9:00 P.M. Overnight at sea. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>At 8:00 A.M. you will arrive at the Island of Rhodes, known as the "Island of Roses". The capital of Rhodes has modern and medieval overtones. Upon entering the yacht harbor (Mandraki), the most picturesque of the three ports of the city, one is welcomed by two bronze deer, which have become the modern emblem of the town. Visit the New Market (Nea Agora), a polygonal building with an internal courtyard, the Archbishop's Palace, and the Evangelismos (Annunciation) Church. Look out for the famous Rhodian umbrellas, available in a variety of shapes and colors in most of the souvenir shops. The medieval section is fortified within the walls that once protected the city. Enjoy a fascinating walk along the cobblestone lanes and through the arches and vaults of the 15th-century buildings. Visit the Archaeological Museum which is housed in the building of the Knight's Hospital. On display are collections of coins, pots, and sculptures from the Mycenaean up to the Roman era. Also, follow the Knight's Road, which is the official road of the old city, to the Palace of the Grand Masters (the Knights' Palace), the fortress which dominates the old town. Within the old city is a shopper's paradise where one can find leather goods, unique jewelry, and a wide variety of souvenirs. Also, a variety of cafes and restaurants can be found within this town which seems lost in time. Set sail from Rhodes at 7:00 P.M. Overnight at sea. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Kusadasi, Turkey at 7:00 A.M. Kusadasi is the seaport for ancient Ephesus, one of the world's greatest archaeological sites, where Marc Antony and Cleopatra once strolled, and view architectural masterpieces such as the great Amphitheater, the Magnesian Gate, the Library of Celsus, and the Thermal Baths of Scholastica. Set sail for Patmos at Noon. Arrive at Patmos at 3:30 P.M. Patmos, known as the Jerusalem of the Aegean, is a beautifully austere and rocky island. It was here in a cave that the exiled St. John the Divine received the mystical Revelation which forms the last book of the New Testament. Visit the Monastery dedicated to the memory of St. John. View priceless religious relics, rare manuscripts, icons, jewelry, and embroidery. View the murals and the wonderful temple of the church within the monastery as well as the murals in the chapel of the Madonna. Depart Patmos at 6:30 P.M. Overnight at sea. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 15</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive at the Port of Piraeus at 6:00 A.M. Disembark your cruise ship, clear customs, then you will be met by our representative you will transfer you to your hotel, the Grande Bretagne, for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egyptian Greek Odyssey - Day 16</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by our representative and transferred to Athens Airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive at Tehran Mehrabad International Airport where you will be met by our representative who will assist. Transfer to your hotel, the Laleh Hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour of Tehran, the capital of the country for 207 years. Visit the Archeological, Glass, and Carpet museums. You will view an excellent collection of different objects from the 13th Century BC to the 20th Century AD, as well as some of the finest Persian carpets. Late afternoon, transfer to Tehran airport for your flight to Isfahan. Arrive Isfahan where you will be met and transferred to the historical Abbasi hotel. Isfahan was the capital of Persia during three different eras. What is remarkable about the Abbasi hotel, it was formerly a caravanserai and is about 450 years old. You will experience pure oriental accommodation combined with the luxury of the property. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour of Isfahan by visiting Naghsh-e-Jahan Square, Aliqapou Palace (the first Iranian high-rise), Imam and Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, and the traditional bazaar, where you can bargain for your handicrafts and carpets. You will also see the historical bridges of Khajou and Sioseh, constructed during the Safavid dynasty from the 17th Century AD. Relax in one of the traditional tea houses and drink Persian tea, or experiment with smoking a Persian water-pipe while listening to Persian music. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred to an Iranian home where you will be hosted for an Iranian home-cooked dinner, have the chance to get to know an Iranian family, their way of life, and engage in social discussion. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting the Chehel Sotoun, a palace for receiving foreign officials in the 17th Century AD; Hasht Behesht Haram (belonged to a Safavid king's wives); and Vank Church, the most beautiful church in Iran from the 16th Century AD. Marvel at the 700-year-old Shaking Minarets. If you would like, you can climb one and shake it, and the second one will also shake for no apparent reason. Later, transfer to Isfahan airport for your flight to Shiraz. Arrive Shiraz where you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the deluxe Homa Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source: Bernard Gagnon</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then start your tour of Shiraz, formerly the capital of Persia in the 18th Century AD. Visit Persepolis which was the ceremonial capital of Persia in 500 BC during the reign of the Achaemenian dynasty. See Naghsh-e-Rostam. It was the Achaemenian kings' necropolis, cut out of a mountain called Hossein. Also visit the tombs of Hafez and Saadi, two great Persian poets. End the tour of Persepolis by visiting the Eram Garden. Return to the Homa hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting the Vakil Complex including the Citadel, the museum, the bath, and the bazaar of the Zand dynasty from the 18th Century AD, as well as the Qavam Orangery House, a masterpiece of architecture from the 19th Century AD. Continue the tour to visit the Mausoleum of Shah-e-Cheragh, brother of the 8th Shia Imam. Return to the Homa hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to Yazd via Sarvestan, visit the Sasanian Palace of the 4th Century AD. Continue your tour to the Towers of Silence, the 3rd Century AD burial place for Zoroastrians where, according to their beliefs, the bodies of the deceased were exposed to vultures. Overnight in Yazd at the famous Saffaieh Hotel, known for its beautiful rose gardens. Meals: Breakfast Image Source: Erik Albers</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then tour Yazd. Visit the Zoroastrian fireplace. Here you will see the sacred fire which has been kept alive for hundreds of years and is now a Zoroastrian pilgrim center. Visit the Dolatabad Garden of the 16th Century AD, the Jomeh Mosque of the 13th Century AD, and the Alexander prison of the 3rd Century AD. Drive to Kerman. Overnight at the Holiday Inn Hotel in Kerman. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning at leisure. Drive to Bam via Mahan City, Prince Garden, a beautiful 19th Century AD garden. Continue the tour to visit the Mausoleum of Nematolah Vali who was the founder of a Dervish sect in Iran in the 14th Century AD. Overnight at the Bam Eram Hotel in Bam. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then drive to the Old Citadel of Bam, visit the greatest mud-brick monument in the world, dating back to the 3rd Century AD. Drive to Kerman for your flight to Tehran. Arrive in Tehran where you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the Homa Hotel, Overnight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Persian Dream Tour - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then you will be met by our representative and transferred to Tehran Mehrabad airport, where you will be assisted with your check-in formalities for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.egypttours.com/the-faces-places-of-israel</loc>
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      <image:title>The Faces &amp; Places of Israel - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Tel Aviv where you will be met and transferred to your hotel, The Carlton. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>After a short tour of Tel Aviv and Jaffa, drive north to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the holy land. See the excavations of the Roman statues, the aqueduct, and the Roman theater that has been restored to its former glory as a concert venue. Continue to Haifa, begin the tour at the Summit of Mount Carmel, for a panoramic view of Haifa Bay and the Western Galilee. Proceed to the Bahai Center, visit the exotic Persian gardens. Then on to Acre to visit the old crusader stronghold and the medieval fortifications. Overnight in Nahariya at the Carlton Hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Drive to Nazareth, visit the Basilica of the Annunciation and Joseph's workshop. Continue via Cana, the sight of the first miracle, to Tiberias, a very lovely resort town. Embark on a short boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. On to Capernaum, the old town on the shore of the Sea of Galilee. See the ancient synagogue from the Second Temple period. Continue to Tabgha, where the Miracle of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish took place. Drive to the Summit of the Mount of Beatitudes, the site of the sermon on the Mount. Continue to the Golan Heights, see the former Syrian Fortification and the Syrian border. Continue to a Kibbutz. Overnight.  Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces &amp; Places of Israel - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>A short tour of the kibbutz, then drive to Safed, visit the old synagogue, and the artists’ colony. Proceed to Yardenit, where the Jordan River flows from the Sea of Galilee, a few meters down from the place where John the Baptist baptized Jesus. Continue to Beit Shean and visit the excavations of the former Roman city. Drive along the Jordan Valley, passing Jericho, the oldest city on Earth. Ascend to Jerusalem for a short orientation tour and “a first taste” of this unique city. Overnight in Jerusalem at the Holiday Crowne Plaza Hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces &amp; Places of Israel - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Depart Jerusalem and drive to Ma'ale Adumim and the Good Samaritan Inn. Descend through the Judean Desert to the salty shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest spot on earth. Proceed along the Dead Sea to Massada, Herod's fortress and the last stronghold of the Zealots. Ascend by cable car and tour the mount. See the excavations and enjoy the view of the wilderness. Time and weather permitting, an opportunity will be provided to float on the Dead Sea, before returning to Jerusalem. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces &amp; Places of Israel - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then visit the Israel Museum's Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are displayed. Continue to Yad Vashem, the memorial of the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Proceed to Hadassah Medical Center at Ein Karem to see the famous Chagall stained glass windows. Drive to Bayit Vagan, to view the scale model of Jerusalem as it was during the second Temple period. The last stop of the day is in Bethlehem to see the Church of the Nativity and Shepherd's Field. Return to Jerusalem. Overnight.  Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces &amp; Places of Israel - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to Mount Scopus and enjoy the magnificent view of Jerusalem. Then on to the Mount of Olives. Continue to the Garden of Gethsemane and visit the Basilica of the Agony. Tour the Old City, walk through the newly restored Jewish quarter, visit the Western Wall, and Temple Mount with the Dome of the Rock. Proceed to Via Dolorosa and walk on the way of the cross to the church of the Holy Sepulchre. On to Mount Zion to visit the traditional Tomb of King David, room of the Last Supper and the Dormition Abbey. Visit the promenade of the Cardo and the bazaar. Overnight in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces &amp; Places of Israel - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast and a day at leisure for shopping or relaxing by the hotel pool. Overnight in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast Image Source: Britchi Mirela</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then you will be met and transferred to Tel Aviv Airport for your flight. Meals: Breakfast Image Source: Britchi Mirela</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.egypttours.com/egypt-and-kenya</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-01-14</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will meet and assist you. Later, transfer to your hotel, the luxurious and historical Marriott Mena House Hotel. A Pyramid view room. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Cheop's Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built during the 4th Dynasty around 2690 BC and is one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. In front of the pyramids of Chephren, we find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Enjoy a camel ride by the pyramids. Continue your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum; famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Also, visit the outstanding Mummy Room in the Museum. Afternoon excursions to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your tour by visiting the Citadel of Salah el-Din and the Alabaster Mohammed Ali mosque and the medieval bazaars of Khan el-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your cruise ship, the M/S Royal Lilli. Later, you will visit "Felucca" the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, and the Botanical Gardens. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the Ancient Granite Quarries, the High Dam, and Philae Temple. Cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom-Ombo, which was dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temples of Horus (237 BC) one of the best-preserved Egyptian temples. Sail to Luxor via Esna. Overnight onboard ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of Ancient Thebes. Explore the valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 Pharaohs and 57 Queens have been discovered. Enter some of the most important burials. Visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Then visit the temple of Luxor, which was started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to the Cairo Marriott hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Nairobi where you will be met and transferred to the city. Check-in at the luxurious and fashionable Norfolk Hotel. Later that same morning, you'll enjoy a safari briefing from our professional guide. In the afternoon you'll be escorted to the Karen Blixen homestead, where the movie "Out of Africa" was filmed. See Kenya at the turn of the century in its simple splendor amidst some of the most beautiful gardens in Africa. Afterward, you'll visit Giraffe manor, where the endangered Rothchild Giraffe is protected, before returning to the city in the late afternoon. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your day by boarding your safari minibus, we drive north of Nairobi into the Kikuyu highlands, where much of the country's produce is grown, plus its important exports of pineapple, tea, and coffee. This beautiful agricultural area also has the largest open-air market. The Karatina Kikuya Market brings people from all over the highlands together. You'll stop at a local refreshment center then tour the market, learning about the area's produce with many opportunities for buying locally fabricated crafts and socializing with the people. Afterward, you'll continue to the town of Nanyuki in Kikuyuland, where we've arranged for a special tour of the private Weavers Association, a benevolent women's organization that recruits and trains young girls in the art of weaving the area's time wool. The organization has developed ecologically sound ways to dye the wool which has been patented worldwide. Weavers produce shawls, rugs, wall hangings, a variety of other woven goods, and create jobs for hundreds of area women. Lunch at the Troutbeck Inn in the mountains, enjoying freshly caught trout fish before continuing in the afternoon to Samburu National Park. Start your game drive into Larsen's luxury permanent tented camp. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>This morning, the excitement begins with your first dawn “game drive” in one of Kenya's most famous parks: Samburu. Samburu is a beautiful national park, wrapped around the great Ewaso Ng’iro river which cuts a swathe of the jungle through the great Northern Frontier Desert. The game is abundant, rare, and beautiful, including the reticulated giraffe, the most handsome of the long-necked mammals. You'll also see the rare Grevy's zebra and blue-legged Somali ostrich. Samburu is known for its vast herds of elephants. Transfer to your luxury permanent tented camp that is situated right on the river, where you can often watch elephants frolicking and bathing. In between the morning and afternoon game drives you'll have the option of taking a camel ride into the local Samburu village. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to world-famous Mt. Kenya Safari Club. During your free afternoon, a wide variety of options are available from horseback safaris, trout fishing, golf, tennis, and a full range of beauty and spa services. Created by William Holden and now a world-class resort, the safari club's rooms, gardens, and public areas are the most elegant in Kenya. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Enjoy breakfast and a quick and spectacular flight over the Great Rift Valley and its many lakes as you make your way to Kenya's best game park, the Masai Mara. As your flight arrives, you'll be met by your private driver in a land-rover and taken to one of the Mara's most exclusive permanent tented camps, the Mara Safari Club. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy your first game drive in this fantastic wilderness area. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast and three-game drives are included this day in the club's exclusive land-rovers. Visit a local Maasai village. The Mara is several hundred square miles of gently rolling grassland plains, filled with big wildlife. The density of lions in the Mara is greater than anywhere else in Africa. You'll see numerous herbivores like impala, topi, wildebeest, and zebra, sometimes in groupings of thousands. In addition to lions, there are many cheetahs and leopards. The Mara never fails to satisfy the most demanding wildlife viewing expectations and is one of the most beautiful places in Africa. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt &amp; Kenya - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Your last day of the Safari ends with a grand finale. You'll be woken up before dawn, then driven over the veld at night through the great activity of the predawn hunts. At sunrise, you'll board a beautiful gondola (hot air balloon) and start rising over the great herds of the Mara silently into the sky. The ride lasts about an hour, traveling with the gentle western winds. Few animals look up, so you have a remarkable opportunity to get close and watch the animals without disturbing them. The balloon will land where fate places it, as track vehicles immediately set out a beautiful champagne breakfast. At that very spot where the balloon lands, you will enjoy the luxury of the early explorers as uniformed waiters serve you an elegant meal. Afterward, we take a nature drive back to the camp. Later, transfer to the airstrip for a quick flight back to Nairobi. Arrive at Nairobi where you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Norfolk Hotel. Balance of day at leisure or for last-minute shopping. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to Nairobi Airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Istanbul where you will be met by our tour escort and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Intercontinental Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then start a full day city tour to explore the famous treasures of Istanbul, the bridge between the past and the present: Saint Sophia, the Blue Mosque, famous for its colorful tiles; The Hippodrome, a center for political events of the old city; Topkapi Palace, Imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, weapons, calligraphy and more. Also, visit Soliman Mosque built in the 16th century as well as the Grand Bazaar claimed to be the largest in the world with nearly 4000 shops. Transfer back to your hotel. Later in the evening you will be met and transferred to the Sea Port Fish restaurant in an old Turkish house for dinner on the Bosphorus. Transfer back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by our representative and transferred to Istanbul airport for your flight to Ankara. Arrive Ankara, start your tour visiting the Museum of Anatolian Civilization which is located in a restored bazaar. The museum has the most unique and priceless collection dating back to the Prehistoric Era. Continue tour, visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk. It is a magnificent structure serving as a tribute to the founder of modern Turkey. Drive to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, the Dedeman Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then start your tour visiting the Citadel of Uchisar which will enable you to get a panoramic view of the region. Continue to the Goreme Valley which is the highlight of the day. This valley houses the Goreme open-air museum with its churches hewn out of rock with colorful frescoes that decorate them. Our next stop is Zelve and the caves of this ancient village, the underground city of Kaymakli (Derinkuyu) which was carved by refugees from persecutors during the early Christian Era. Enjoy dinner at a typical Turkish restaurant with a Turkish folkloric show. Overnight in Cappadocia. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transfer to Ankara Airport for your domestic flight to Izmir. Arrive in Izmir where you will be met and transferred to the Hilton Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour of Ephesus: This is one of the best-preserved and most often visited sites in Turkey. It is dedicated to Artemis who is the virgin goddess of Chase. Continue our tour to visit the house of the Virgin Mary which is world-famous. Drive to Izmir for dinner at a famous restaurant in Kordon, the most popular area of Izmir. Transfer back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then start your tour of Izmir visiting the castle of Agora the antique and modern city. Transfer with your tour guide to Izmir airport for your domestic flight back to Istanbul. Arrive in Istanbul where you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Swissotel in Istanbul. Balance of day at leisure. In the evening you will be met and transferred to Pescatore, a famous seafood restaurant on the Bosphorus shore for dinner. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Spice Bazaar and Dolmabahce Palace: the last residence for Ottoman sultans, with 365 rooms and 22 reception areas. In the afternoon visit Akmerkez, the beautiful and most popular shopping center in  Europe. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening you will be met and transferred to Kervansaray Night Club for dinner and a Turkish folkloric music dance show including a traditional show and Turkish belly dancing. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to Istanbul airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager and transfer to your hotel, the luxurious Semiramis Inter-Continental Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops (Khufu) Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), you will find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area. Continue your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum, famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Also, visit the famous mummy room. In the afternoon take an excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Mohammed Ali Mosque as well as the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel Airport, you will be transferred to visit the Temples of Ramses II and his favorite Queen Nefertari. The temples were saved from the rising waters of the Nile resulting from building the Aswan High Dam. The temples are so awesome and impressive by all measures, although they were built 3200 years ago. Transfer back to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight to Aswan. Arrive Aswan and start your tour by "Felucca" (sailboat) to the Elephantine Island and the Botanical Gardens. Also, visit the Unfinished Obelisk and the High Dam. Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Luxor. Arrive at Luxor Airport where you will be met by our representative and transferred to the luxurious St. George Sonesta Hotel for check-in. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour with the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and considered the world's largest religious complex. Continue to the temple of Luxor, which was started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II. In the cross to afternoon, cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 pharaohs and 57 queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most ancient tombs, including King Tut. Also, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet your tour guide, visit the Valley of the Nobles, Userhat Tomb as well as Rekhmire Tomb, many of which are vividly painted with naturalistic scenes of agriculture, fishing, fowling, feasting, and junketing. Continue your tour to the very large Temple of Ramses III known as Madinet Habu, which depicts the battle reliefs on the exterior of the temple. End the tour by visiting the Luxor Museum. Later transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to the luxurious and historical Cairo Marriott Towers and Casino hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey I - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Red Pyramid as well as the Pyramid of Sneferu in Dahshur, often referred to as the "Bent Pyramid" because of the angle of inclination going from bottom to top. Transfer back to Cairo. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will meet and assist you. Later, you will be transferred to your hotel. The historical and luxurious Mena House Hotel for an overnight. Meals: Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis on the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the ancient kingdom, and one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. From here we drive to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. In the evening, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheop's Pyramids, the largest of the three, was built in the 3rd Dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the Pyramids of Chephren, we find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren. Visit the Solar Boat Museum. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, then drive to Fayoum: Egypt's largest oasis, overlooking Lake Qarun, which is a popular spot for hunting and fishing. You will visit the remains of the Temple and Pyramid of Amenhat III and Qasr Qarun, a well-preserved temple from the Greco-Roman Era. Lunch at the Auberge El-Fayoum Hotel, overlooking the lake. Then continue our tour to Maidum. The Pyramid of Maidum, originally a seven-stepped Pyramid, was later enlarged to an eight-stepped Pyramid. Eventually, the steps were filled in and smoothed out, turning it into a true Pyramid. This Pyramid has a huge structure that is surrounded by debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, and then completed by his son, Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharao (2613-2494 B.C.). A little north of the Maidum Pyramid, you’ll find the remains of the Seila Step Pyramid, which is made from limestone and is thought to be from the 2nd Dynasty. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Sharm el-Sheikh. Arrive Sharm and transfer to the Jollie Ville Movenpick or the Marriott Sharm Hotel. Enjoy a day at leisure for swimming, diving, snorkeling, or relaxing by the seaside or by your hotel pool. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast and then transfer to embark your deluxe boat. Enjoy dinner and a midnight sailing to Eilat. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive in Eilat in the afternoon and start your tour of Eilat visiting the Marine Museum and the Underwater Observatory. Next, we go on to the Timna Valley to see Solomon's Pillars, the ancient Egyptian Temple, and the "Mushroom". Dinner and overnight onboard your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast and transfer to Eilat airport for our flight to Jerusalem. Arrive in Jerusalem where you will be met and transferred to the city. Start your tour by a drive to Mount Scopus for a panoramic view of Jerusalem. Enter the old city for a walking tour which includes the recently restored Jewish Quarter, "Cardo" the Western Wall, and Temple Mount. Then walk along the Via Delarosa (Stations of the Cross) to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Spectacular view of Jerusalem from the south, from Mt. of the Evil Counsel (Jerusalem's New promenade). Continue to Mt. Zion to visit the traditional tomb of King David, the Dormition Abbey, and the Room of the Last Supper. Visit Rachel's tomb, then on to Bethlehem to the Church of the Nativity. Later transfer back by an air-conditioned vehicle to Eilat. Embark your cruise ship again around 9:00 p.m. Dinner and overnight on a board cruise ship. (That specific Jerusalem tour will only be operated based on a minimum of 10 participants, otherwise, if the tour is canceled a refund of $240 per person will be issued upon return back home.) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive in Aqaba where you will be transferred to Petra, start your tour in the Rose Red City of Petra, the wondrous, rock-carved Nabatean Arab Kingdom controlled one of the greatest international trade routes of the ancient world. The fabled "Spice and Incense Route", which linked China, India, and Southern Arabia with rich markets of Greece, Rome, and the Mediterranean world. For approximately 500 years, between the 3rd century BC and the 2nd century AD, the Nabateans carved a fabulous city out of the Rose Red Rock, of which over 800 individual monuments and tombs can still be appreciated today. Return to your ship around 7:30 p.m. for dinner. Mid-night sailing to Hurghada. Overnight onboard cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast and lunch onboard cruise. Arrive in Hurghada in the evening. Dinner and overnight onboard cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your day with an early breakfast and then you will be transferred by bus from Hurghada to Luxor. Upon arrival at Luxor, you will be met by your tour guide to start your tour by crossing with a ferry to the west bank of the Nile and visit the Valley of the Queens which lies hidden in the foothills of the Mountains of Gourma. See the dramatic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of graceful proportions, then visit the famous Valley of the Kings where the royal Tomb of Seti I, King Tut, and Ramses are located. See the elaborate reliefs and wall paintings, depicting events of the past, and marvel at the exquisite colors, excellently preserved for thousands of years. In the evening, continue your tour to visit the Temple of and Karnak with their awesome and giant columns. The ruins of Greece and Rome dwarfed beside them. Then visit the Temple of Luxor which was started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Lunch during the tour. Later, transfer back by bus to Hurghada to embark on your cruise ship. Dinner and overnight on board. Cruise evening sail to Sharm-el-Sheikh. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Early arrival into Sharm-El-Sheikh, breakfast, and transfer by car through the Sinai Peninsula. It was in Sinai that Moses received the Ten Commandments. Prophet Elijah sought refuge from Queen Jezebel and that the Holy Family traveled on their journey into Egypt. Visit the St. Catherine Monastery: Built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th Century to shelter Christian Monks. The Monastery contains the Chapel of the Burning Bush, the Mosaic of the Transfiguration of Christ, and a library containing early Christian manuscripts. You can see and climb Mount Moses Mountain which is beyond the Monastery, where the Monks did build a staircase of rocks with 3,750 steps leading to the summit. Return to your cruise ship for dinner, overnight, and sailing back to Sharm-El-Sheikh. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast and disembark your cruise ship in Sharm-El-Sheikh, where you will be transferred to Sharm Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The luxurious Cairo Marriott Palace and Hotel in Downtown Cairo. Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Cairo on your own or have a camel or horseback ride at the Pyramid area or simply relax by your hotel pool. Dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to a mosque and the Medieval bazaars of Khan-el-Khalili. Where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Enticing Egypt &amp; Turkey II - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Istanbul, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Balance of day at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul at the Divan Hotel.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Transfer to Istanbul airport for your flight to Ankara. Arrive in Ankara where you will be met and transferred to check-in at your hotel, the Merit Altinel Hotel, visit the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the father of modern Turkey. This beautiful landmark is perched atop a hill with a panoramic view of the city. We will also visit the magnificent Museum of Anatolian civilizations. This particular museum contains relics from Catal Hoyuk, one of the earliest known human communities up through the Roman Classical period, covering 10,000 years. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then depart Ankara and turn our sights toward the Cappadocia region. During the 4-hour drive, we will stop frequently for breaks. While in Cappadocia, we will enjoy the unique landscapes of the wind and rain eroded volcanic formations. Carved directly into the stone, Cappadocia's amazing subterranean cities include ancient underground churches hand-hewn from solid rock by Christians. We will visit handicraft shops as well as enjoy a folklore dance and belly-dancing performance while we wine and dine in an underground cabaret. Overnight at the town of Urgup. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then visit a Caravanserai, an ancient Caravan motel. We will take wonderful strolls and go off the "tourist track" discovering the unknown Cappadocia. While in Cappadocia we will enjoy an excellent lecture and a demonstration on Turkish carpets and Kilims. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Depart Cappadocia and head back towards the coast for today's destination, Pamukkale. Along the way, we will stop briefly in Konya. While in Konya we will visit the Whirling Dervish Museum, a very holy place for Turkish Muslims. There are exhibits of Dervish costumes, instruments, illuminated manuscripts, and various ethnological artifacts. We will arrive in Pamukkale in the late afternoon. Check into your hotel, the Ergur Hotel, which has a hot mineral pool for your enjoyment. In the morning we will visit the snow-like travertines of calcium at Pamukkale. This is an area with strikingly beautiful mineral springs clinging to the hillsides that will amaze you. Hieropolis is the ancient name for the Greco-Roman city above the travertines. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Drive for about one hour to Aphrodisias. Aphrodisias was constructed in honor of the Roman Goddess Aphrodite. It was also an ancient center of Roman art. Visit a well-preserved stadium that used to seat 35,000 people. In the height of the Roman Period, gladiators performed in this stadium. Continue your tour through Philadelphia to Sardis, where money was first minted. Visit one of the world's oldest Synagogues in Sardis, as well as see the excavations, the gymnasium, and the Artemis Temple. Overnight at the Fantasia Hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then visit Ephesus and its colossal Greco-Roman Theater. This theater is still being used. Also, visit the Ephesus Archeological Museum. We will also visit the house where St. Mary lived her final days. Later in the evening, we will take a flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the Eresin Topkapi hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour of Istanbul. Once called Byzantium in the 7th century BC, this ancient city was renamed Constantinople in 326 AD by Constantine the Great when he moved the capital of the Roman Empire to what is now Istanbul. The city received its current name from Mehmet II in 1453 and is the only city in the world that spans two continents. We will also visit several of Turkey's most famous museums and mosques, such as Topkapi Palace which was first built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453 and was the home of the Sultans until the 19th century. St. Sophia was built by Emperor Justinian of the Roman Empire and it was completed in 537 AD and ruled as the greatest Christian Church in the world for more than 1000 years. The Blue Mosque was commissioned by Sultan Ahmet in 1603 and was constructed to rival St. Sophia. If time permits, visit the Military Museum and enjoy a concert performed in traditional costume by the world's first established military marching ensemble. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A day at leisure for last-minute shopping, sampling the different delicious cuisines of Turkey, or simply relaxing at your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to Istanbul Airport, for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, who will assist you. Later, transfer to your hotel. The historical and luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel. Pyramid view room. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your day with a drive to Memphis on the edge of the Western Desert, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom, and one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. From here, drive to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of Ancient Memphis. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheop's Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th Dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Kafre), we find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with a Pharaoh's head through to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Chephren (Khafre). Continue our tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been beautifully re-assembled. Return to your hotel. In the evening you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours tour manager to the Giza Plateau to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan Airport, you will be met and transferred to embark your cruise ship. The M/S Royal Lilli. Visit by "Felucca" the Elephantine Island, the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, the Botanical Gardens, and the Philae Temple. Overnight on board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Unfinished Obelisk at the Ancient Granite Quarries and the High Dam. Cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic temple of Kom-Ombo, was dedicated to two Gods: The Crocodile God Sobek and the Falcon-headed God Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then visit the temple of Horus (237 BC), the best-preserved Egyptian temple in Egypt. Sail to Luxor via Esna. Overnight on board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 Pharaohs and 57 Queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most important burials. Visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Then visit the temple of Luxor, which was started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II.  Overnight on board ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Disembark your cruise ship, where you will be met and transferred to Luxor airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the Ramses Hilton Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum, famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very Old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your tour to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Citadel of Salah-El-Din, and the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Gayer Anderson Museum (Bayt Al-Kiridlyyah): two houses, one from the 16th century, the other from the 17th, each comfortable by the standards at the time, have been delightfully joined together, filled with antique furniture from all over the Middle East. Continue your tour to visit the Manial Palace, which was built-in 1826 and conceals the Ottoman-Baroque fantasy: an immense marble basin with a marble island in its center. The Palace was built by Prince Mohammed Ali, the cousin of King Faruq, and includes a museum exhibiting King Faruq's trophies and the prince's residence with its furnishings and a large collection of the family memorabilia. Continue your tour with a visit to the Ibn Tulun Mosque, one of the architectural glories of the Muslim world completed in the year 879. Ibn Tulun Mosque covers 8.5 acres of land and is designed in the classical courtyard style. It is well-known for its pointed arches, beautifully carved stucco, and Koranic inscriptions in sycamore wood. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source: Motazhesham2</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will meet and assist you. Transfer to your hotel, the luxurious and historical Marriott Mena House Hotel. Overnight **Accommodation in a junior suite in the palace section of the Mena House Marriott Hotel</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Memphis, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom. Continue to Sakkara, the vast Necropolis of ancient Memphis. Visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser (3rd dynasty, 2668 BC–2649 BC). Also visit the exterior of the Pyramid of Unas, the last King of the 5th dynasty. In the afternoon, drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC. Continue your tour to visit the legendary Sphinx. Also, visit the Solar Boat Museum where ancient dismantled river barges of King Cheops (Khufu) were found and have been masterfully re-assembled. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Dahshur, visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. The constructor of these Pyramids is thought to have been Sneferu. Sneferu is thought to have built the Pyramid of Maidum as well. Return to your hotel. In the evening you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to embark on a dinner cruise with a folkloric floor show and belly dancing. Enjoy dinner while sailing, watching live music, while observing the Cairo skyline. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, and drive to Fayoum, Egypt's largest oasis, overlooking Lake Qarun, a popular spot for hunting and fishing. Visit the remains of the temple and Pyramid of Amenemhat III (1842 BC) which is also called the Pyramid of Hawara. Also, visit the Roman site of Chariness. Lunch at the historical Oberge Fayoum Hotel. Continue the tour with a drive to Maidum Pyramid, started by King Huni and completed by Sneferu. Transfer back to Cairo. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel Airport, you will be transferred to visit the great temple, with its four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance. Also, visit the king's wife temple. Transfer back to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight to Aswan. Arrive Aswan and transfer to embark your cruise ship. The M/S Oberoi Zahra. All luxury, junior suites boat. Later visit by "Felucca" the Elephantine Island, the exterior of the Mausoleum of Agha Khan, and the Botanical Gardens. In the afternoon, meet with our tour guide for a private tour of the Nubian Museum in Aswan, where you can see the history of Nubian civilization from its start until the present time. Transfer back to your cruise ship. Overnight on board. **Accommodation either in a Royal or a Presidential suite for the duration of the cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries, Temple of Philae, and the High Dam. Cruise to Kom-Ombo. Visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom-Ombo, was dedicated to two gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Temples of Horus (237 BC) the best-preserved Egyptian Temple in existence. Lunch. Sail to Luxor via Esna. Overnight on-board your cruise ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 pharaohs and 57 queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most important burials including. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Tomb of Ramses IV. This tomb still retains much of its beautiful colors and astronomical ceilings. Also, visit the Colossi of Memnon. Continue the tour to the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Continue your tour to visit the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then disembark your cruise ship. You will be met and transferred to the Old Winter Palace Hotel. Nile view Palace suite. Later, meet your guide for a tour of the Valley of the Nobles, visiting Userhat and Rekhmire Tomb famous for their fine wall decorations and drawings depicting scenes from the daily life of ancient Egyptians. Continue your tour to visit the famous tomb of King Tut (14th century BC). Also visit the unfinished tomb of Seti II, known as KV 15 (from the 13th century BC). This tomb's outer halls are decorated with reliefs on beautiful limestone. Also visit the temples and chapels of Madinet Habu, the largest complex that was built by Ramses III. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, transfer to Karnak temple to attend the magnificent Sound and Light show. Return to your hotel. Overnight **Accommodation in a junior suite of the Old Winter Palace Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your day with a visit to the tomb of Nefertari, built by King Ramses II for his beloved queen. This tomb is most famous for its fine artwork. It is a breathtaking exhibit and is truly one of the highlights of your trip. Continue your tour to visit the beautiful tomb of Tuthmosis III, known as KV 34. This is the tomb dedicated to the pharaoh who won an empire for his country. End your tour with a visit to the Luxor Museum. In the evening you will be met and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious and historical Cairo Marriott, and Towers Hotel. Overnight. **Accommodation in a junior suite at the Cairo Marriott and Towers Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities, which include the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your tour to visit the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali. Also, visit the famous City of the Dead. This is a centuries-old cemetery in the Old Cairo area, with very small houses encompassing both the dead and their living relatives, who—because of inadequate housing—have moved into their family's graves. Continue your tour to the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to downtown Cairo, for a two-hour "Felucca" ride (sailboat). Sail the Nile River in a Felucca, the same way ancient Egyptians used to do thousands of years ago. Lunch at a traditional restaurant. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure for last-minute shopping or just to relax by your hotel pool. Overnight at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Essence of the Near East - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your flight to Amman. Arrive at Amman Queen Alia Airport where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel, the Inter-Continental Hotel. Overnight. **Accommodation will be in a junior suite at the Inter-Continental Amman. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start the tour with a drive north for a full day tour to three of Jordan's most famous sites: Jerash, Ajlun, and Umm Qais. Start in the biblical land of Gilead, Jerash. This is one of the finest and most preserved Greco-Roman cities, with its intact towering city walls, colonnaded streets, three theaters, several baths, two temples, plazas, fountains, and many other public spaces that formed the typical wealthy Roman town, from the Byzantine period, Jerash has at least 15 churches with sparkling mosaics. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Early start with a drive south, via the King's highway, on your way to one of the 7th wonders of the ancient world: Petra. As you pass south of Amman through the Old Ammonite Kingdom, you reach Madaba, has one of the best-preserved collections of early Christian Byzantine mosaics from the 4th to the 7th centuries AD. Ten minutes east of Madaba is Mt. Nebo, with its commanding view of the Dead Sea and the Jordan Valley. It is the same spot where Moses is thought to have looked out over the Holy Land. Continue to the massive crusader fortress of Kerak, with its labyrinth of underground galleries, rooms, and secret passages. Continue to Petra. Overnight at Tibet Zaman Village. **Accommodation in a suite at the Tibet Zaman Village. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your full-day tour in the Rose Red City of Petra, the wondrous, rock-carved Nabatean capital. From that same well-secured spot, the Nabatean Arab Kingdom controlled one of the greatest international trade routes of the ancient world, the fabled "spice and incense route," which linked China, India, and southern Arabia with the rich markets of Greece, Rome, and the rest of the Mediterranean world. For approximately 500 years, between the 3rd century BC and the 2nd century AD, the Nabateans carved a fabulous city out of the Rose Red rock, of which more than 800 individual monuments and tombs can still be highly appreciated today. Overnight at your hotel in Petra. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Drive to Wadi Rum. First start with a one-hour camel ride into the desert, followed by a desert safari deep into the valley, in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. You will see the Thamudic inscriptions, Nabatean waterworks, and other assorted structures attesting to the area's use by residents and passers-by during the past 3,000 years. View the sand-carved cliffs of this wide valley which provided an ideal backdrop for the filming of the movie "Lawrence of Arabia." continues to meet the Bedouins in the desert and enjoy their hospitality by having a freshly cooked dinner in a tent in the desert. Drive back to Amman. Overnight at the luxurious Marriott Amman Hotel. **Accommodation in a junior suite in Amman Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then you will be met by our tour manager and transferred to Amman Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight back. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo, where you will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will meet and assist you. Later, transfer to your historical and luxurious hotel, the Marriott Mena House Hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops (Khufu) Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), you will visit the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids plateau. Continue your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum, famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Also, visit the famous mummy room. In the afternoon take an excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. In the afternoon, visit the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Alabaster mosque of Mohammed Ali as well as the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to Cairo Airport for your early flight to Abu-Simbel. Upon arrival at Abu-Simbel Airport, you will be transferred to visit the Temples of Ramses II and his favorite Queen Nefertari. The temples were saved from the rising waters of the Nile resulting from building the Aswan High Dam. The temples are so awesome and impressive by all measures, although they were built 3200 years ago. Transfer back to Abu-Simbel Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival at Aswan, start your tour by "Felucca" (sailboat) to the Elephantine Island, the Botanical Gardens, and Philae Temple. Also, visit the Unfinished Obelisk and the High Dam. Transfer to your hotel. The Aswan Cataract Hotel. Later, you will be met and transferred to visit the Nubian Village as well as the Nubian Museum. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Morning at leisure. Early evening, transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Luxor. Arrive at Luxor Airport where you will be met by our representative and transferred to the luxurious St. George Sonesta Hotel for check-in. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Then visit the temple of Luxor, which was started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II. In the afternoon, cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 pharaohs and 57 queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most ancient tombs. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet your tour guide to visit the Valley of the Nobles, Userhat Tomb as well as Rekhmire Tomb, many of which are vividly painted with naturalistic scenes of agriculture, fishing, fowling, feasting, and junketing. Continue the tour by visiting the famous King Tut Tomb and the very large Temple of Ramses III known as Madinet Habu, which depicts the battle reliefs on the exterior of the temple. End the tour by visiting the Luxor Museum. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Day at leisure. Early evening, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to the luxurious and historical Cairo Marriott hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour by visiting the Egyptian Museum, famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. A special visit to the Mummy Room. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the old Coptic Churches, and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Mohammed Ali, the Ibn Tulun, and the Sultan Hassan Mosques, followed by a visit to the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide and transfer by car from Cairo to Alexandria (about a 3-hour ride). Upon arrival, start your sightseeing by visiting the Greco-Roman Museum, which contains a wide variety of Pharaonic, Ptolemaic, Roman, and Christian antiques, statues, bas reliefs, pottery, jewelry, marble pieces, and other artifacts. These give you a picture of the grandeur of Alexandria during its Greek and Roman days. Then visit the Roman Amphitheatre, which is the only known amphitheater from the Roman Era in Egypt. Continue your tour to the Catacombs of Kom-El-Shouqafa. These tombs are remarkable for their unusual mixture of art styles, sculpture, reliefs, and images of Egyptian gods. Continue your tour to Pompey's Pillar which is a column 98 feet high and 7 feet thick, made of Aswan rose granite erected in 297 AD. Transfer back to your Cairo hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Dubai. Upon arrival at Dubai airport, you will be met, assisted, and driven to the hotel. The Renaissance Downtown Dubai hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start Dubai city tour with a visit to the city’s historic district. Visit the Fort of Al Fahidi and the Dubai Museum which is located inside the fort. In the afternoon board a traditional Abra boat that will take you across Dubai Creek where you will then visit the city’s famous Gold and Spice Souks before moving on to the beautiful Jumeirah Mosque and Burj Al Arab which is one of Dubai’s most iconic landmarks. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start the tour of Saga World which is a spectacular Arabian shopping mall, and allow you time for shopping; one of the things Dubai is well-known for. In the evening, transfer for a Creek dinner cruise. Sailing on the Dubai Creek is romantic and beautiful with the bright city lights reflecting into the water. Also, enjoy traditional great tasting food. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet your guide and then drive for a bit less than two hours from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, to visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. It’s a massive structure and capable of accommodating as many as 40,000 worshipers. It is the 4th largest mosque in the world. In the afternoon, visit Union Square in the center of the city, visit Heritage Village, and end your tour with the masterpiece of the Louver Museum. Drive back to your hotel in Dubai. The Renaissance Dubai. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 14</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to the desert for a desert safari. You will be going to sand dunes in the Dubai Desert, but you will also have the opportunity to do some sandboarding, as well as ride a camel in the dunes. Also, enjoy a great dinner prepared by the Bedouins in a Bedouin camp while being entertained by an authentic belly dancer and Whirling Dervishes traditional dancer with Arabian music. Late evening transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dazzling Egypt &amp; Dubai - Day 15</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then you will be met by your tour escort and transferred to Dubai airport, for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Abu Dhabi. Transfer to the Sheraton Hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your guide for a tour of the city, beginning with a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the largest mosque in the country. Next, stop to take a photo of the Emirates Palace, an infamous landmark of Abu Dhabi, the spectacular Etihad Towers, and the Corniche, a five-mile stretch of road that runs along the coast. Continue your tour with a visit to the 18th century Qasr Al Hosn Fort (White Fort), the oldest stone structure in Abu Dhabi, followed by the dates market to learn about the variety of dates grown across the Middle East. Your tour ends with a visit to the impressive Louvre Museum, the largest art museum in the Arabian Peninsula displaying artwork from around the world. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to Al Ain - the "Garden City" of the UAE and one of the oldest settlements. This green city oases features tree-lined avenues and contains an incredible number of public parks. Here you'll visit the Al Ain Museum, which houses artifacts from ancient times that have been discovered in and around the city as well as ancient Arabic manuscripts and royal treasures. Next stop, the traditional camel market for an up-close look at these “ships of the desert”. Before driving to Dubai, explore Hili Gardens, the excavation site of a tomb that dates back to 3000 B.C. as well as other archaeological discoveries. In Dubai, check-in at the Zabeel House al Seef by Jumeirah Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning at leisure, to either explore the famous malls or the old souks for shopping. In the afternoon, explore the "City of Gold", stopping first to take a photo of the city's famous landmark - Burj Al Arab Hotel (Jumeirah Beachside) and the magnificent Jumeirah Mosque. Afterward proceed to the oldest part of the city, Bastakia, where old wind-towered houses of wealthy merchants can still be seen. Nearby is the 18th century Dubai Museum, housed in the Al Fahidi Fort, the oldest existing structure in Dubai. Continue your way through the cloth markets to the Abras - local water taxis that will take you across the Creek to the spice and gold souks. Walkthrough the bustling alleys of these souks and allow the mystical aromas of numerous spices to tantalize your senses while the breathtaking amount of brilliant gold will dazzle your eyes. The jewelry on sale varies from the traditional to the latest designs at amazingly affordable prices. Another outstanding experience is a visit to the world’s tallest structure - Burj Khalifah. No building in modern history has aroused so much curiosity and intrigue as the Burj Khalifa has. As you make the journey "At the Top" observation deck, enjoy a multi-media presentation of the exotic history of Dubai and Burj Khalifa. From the observation deck, you'll have a spectacular view of Dubai. When you return to the ground level, stop to take a photo of the famous dancing Dubai Fountains, the largest choreographed fountain system in the world. Afterward, proceed to Dubai Creek for a lovely Dhow Cruise Dinner and the chance to see the modern skyline of Dubai from the Creek. Return to your hotel in Dubai. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Day at leisure for shopping or relaxing by your hotel pool. Overnight Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transfer to Dubai airport for your flight to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Upon arrival at Riyadh international airport, you will be met and transferred to the Holiday Inn Meydan for check-in. Balance of day at leisure. Overnight. Meals: Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>In the morning, drive to visit Diriyah, one of the most important sites, from where the history of the Al Saud Dynasty began. Visit the Al‐Masmak Fortress which is one of the most important monuments in the city of Riyadh. This palace was built during the reign of Abdullah bin Rashid in the year 1895 A.D. Reason for building this historic palace was to serve as a military garrison for his army, which operated under a Governor in Riyadh from Hail. Ibn Saud captured the fort on 15th January 1902. Explore Chop square and Dira Souq carpet. In the afternoon, visit the National Museum, a place of learning and discovery meant to kindle pride in the Arab heritage and reverence for Islam. This national landmark is composed of eight galleries telling the complete story of Arabian History from the creation of the universe to our modern era. Drive to nearby Murabba Palace which is among the most important palaces built by King Abdulaziz in the year 1937 A.D. That same year the King and his family moved into this palace. This palace was built on the local traditional Najid style by using local building material only. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning at leisure to explore on your own the city, visit some of its elegant malls. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Al Ula. Upon arrival, start by visiting the old deserted but very well preserved town and check‐in at Arac Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Depart to Elephant rock which is a wonderful natural rock formation. Also, we will visit Khuraiba Lion tombs but we will observe it from outside only. The lions are directly carved on the side of one of the Al Khuraiba Tombs. These small tombs are walking distance from a discovered old kingdom called “The Kingdom of Lihyan.” Our next stop is al Ula Hejaz Railway station. We will continue to Al Wajh and explore the old city. Continue to Tabuk. Overnight at your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Pteropus conspicillatus</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Depart to Madain Shuaib which is another preserved Nabatean site located in Saudi Arabia. Tabouk province has a very ancient historical background and the archaeological monuments are spread around the region indicate that many nations lived in the region for more than 8000 years. Some of the great prophets either lived or traveled by this region leaving historic signs. People of Thamood, Aramean, and the Nabataean lived here in addition to Prophet Shuaib and Prophet Moses whose water springs and well are living signs in the province of Tabuk. A great mixture of many civilizations are excavated and wait to be excavated here. In the late afternoon, take a flight to Jeddah. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning visit to some of the old Ottoman houses, mostly constructed from coral and reinforced with wood so that beams crisscross the interior walls. The most beautiful &amp; well known is Nasif House which was built during the 1850s by the well‐known Nasif Family, one of the most influential trading families in the history of Jeddah. Also, we will visit Altaybat Int’l City for Sciences and Knowledge which is a very beautiful museum that houses endless collections of arts, ethnography, and archaeology artifacts. In the afternoon, we will make a stop at the corniche of Jeddah (sea‐side promenade), a major attraction that acts as an open-air museum displaying an array of modern sculptures and gathering social place for locals. If time permits, we will visit the colorful fish market. Overnight at Red sea Palace hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Tahir mq</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>A free day to explore on your own, or just relax at your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exploring United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia - Day 13</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.egypttours.com/highlights-of-saudi-arabia</loc>
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    <lastmod>2025-05-27</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Highlights of Saudi Arabia - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive at Riyadh international airport, where you are met and transferred to Holiday Inn Meydan for check-in and overnight. Meals: Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Highlights of Saudi Arabia - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>In the morning and drive to visit Diriyah, one of the most important sites, from where the history of the Al Saud Dynasty began. Visit Al‐Masmak Fortress which is one of the most important monuments in the city of Riyadh. This palace was built during the reign of Abdullah bin Rashid in the year 1895 A.D. The reason for building this historic palace was to serve as a military garrison for his army, which operated under a Governor in Riyadh from Hail. Ibn Saud captured the fort on 15th January 1902. Explore Chop square and Dira Souq carpet. Stop for lunch at Assaraya Turkish Restaurant. After, we will visit the National Museum, a place of learning and discovery meant to kindle pride in the Arab heritage and reverence for Islam. This National Landmark is composed of eight galleries telling the complete story of Arabian History from the creation of the universe to our modern era. We will drive nearby Murabba Palace which is among the most important palace built by King Abdulaziz in the year 1937 A.D. That same year the King and his family moved into this palace. This palace was built on the local traditional Najid style by using local building material only. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Highlights of Saudi Arabia - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning at leisure to explore on your own the city, visit some of its elegant malls, and by 12-noon transfer to the airport for your 2.00 PM flight to Al Ula. On arrival, start by visiting the old deserted but very well preserved town and check‐in at Arac Hotel then dinner and overnight Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Highlights of Saudi Arabia - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast depart to Elephant rock which is a wonderful natural rock formation. Also, we will visit Khuraiba Lion tombs but we will observe it from outside only. The lions are literally carved on the side of one of the Al Khuraiba Tombs. These small tombs are walking distance from a discovered old kingdom called The “Kingdom of Lihyan.” Our next stop is al Ula Hejaz Railway station. We will continue to Al Wajh and explore the old city. Continue to Tabuk, upon arrival dinner and overnight at hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Pteropus conspicillatus</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Highlights of Saudi Arabia - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast depart to Madain Shuaib which is another preserved Nabatean site located in Saudi Arabia. Tabouk province has a very ancient historical background and the archaeological monuments that are spread around the region indicate that many nations lived in the region for more than 8000 years. Some of the great prophets either lived or traveled by this region leaving historic signs. People of Thamood, Aramean, and the Nabataean lived here in addition to Prophet Shuaib and Prophet Moses whose water springs and well are living signs in the province of Tabuk. A great mixture of many civilizations are excavated and more waiting to be excavated. In the late afternoon, take a flight to Jeddah. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Highlights of Saudi Arabia - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>A morning visit to some of the old Ottoman houses, mostly constructed from coral and reinforced with wood so that beams crisscross the interior walls. The most beautiful &amp;amp; well known is Nasif House which was built during the 1850s  by the well‐known Nasif Family, one of the most influential trading families in the history of Jeddah. Also, we will visit Altaybat Int’l City for Sciences and Knowledge which is a very beautiful museum that houses endless collections of arts, ethnography, and archaeology artifacts. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will make a stop at the corniche of Jeddah (sea‐side promenade), a major attraction that acts as an open-air museum displaying an array of modern sculptures and gathering social place for locals. If the time will permit, we will visit the colorful fish market. Overnight at Red sea Palace hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Highlights of Saudi Arabia - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>A free day to explore on your own, or just relax at your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Highlights of Saudi Arabia - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2025-05-27</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrival Tel Aviv Ben Gurion airport, meet your local guide, who will accompany you during your stay in the Holy Land. Drive to Nazareth. Overnight at the Ramada Nazareth Hotel.  Meals: Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning drive to visit Cana of Galilee where Jesus performed the first miracle turning water into wine, Proceed to Tiberias, Sea of Galilee to visit Capernaum, home of Our Lord during his ministry, visit the synagogue where he taught and then drive to Tabgha, site of the multiplication of loaves and fishes &amp; to the Church of St. Peter’s Primacy. Continue to the Mt of Beatitudes (site of the Sermon) with its beautiful &amp; spectacular view of the Sea of Galilee. Embark on an enjoyable boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Overnight in Nazareth. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour by Nazareth, the Basilica, and the cave the Annunciation, Joseph’s workshop, and Mary’s Well, or the Fountain of the Virgin, is situated near the "Church of the Annunciation." The spring is a bit to the north of the church. It is believed that the child Jesus and his mother often came hither to draw water, walk the streets of Our Lord’s boyhood town. In the afternoon, take an excursion to the summit of Mount Tabor and visit the site of the Transfiguration of Jesus. Jesus became radiant in glory atop the mountain and the beautiful scenery of the valley of Jezreel. Overnight in Nazareth. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source: Dr. Avishai Teicher</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early checkout from hotel and drive to Haifa, enjoy the scenic view of the city and the port. View Bahai Temple, then drive along the coastal site to ancient Caesarea, the Center of early Christians where Cornelius became the first Gentile converted, also where Paul was imprisoned before being taken to Rome. Visit the Roman amphitheater, Crusader’s Moat, the Byzantine Churches &amp; the Aqueduct. Proceed to your hotel, the American Colony. Overnight Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit Jerusalem. Start with a stand atop Mt. of Olives and enjoy the spectacular view of the “Golden City” Jerusalem, significant to Christians, Jews, and Muslims. Visit the Church of Pater Noster (commemorating the pray “Our Father) the Chapel of Ascension and then walk the “Palm Sunday Road” visiting on the way Dominus Flevit, Jesus Wept, and to the Russian Church. Continue to the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus prayed for God’s will to be done, the Church of All Nations, and the rock of Agony. Drive back to Shepherd’s field then back to Bethlehem to visit the birthplace of Jesus and one of the most revered sites, the Church of Nativity, the Manger, the Church of St. Catherine, the Grotto of St. Jerome, and the Coptic monastery. Overnight Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Image Source: Britchi Mirela</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start with a visit to the wailing wall, one of the sacred places for the Jews. Walkthrough the courtyard next to the Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock. Do out from the other side and the Old City of Jerusalem where everyday life and winding cobblestone streets have remained much the same over the centuries. Sing a hymn in the Church of St. Anne with a view of the Pool of Bethesda. Visit the Chapel of Flagellation, Lithostrotos, and the arch of the Ecce Homo”. Walk the Via Dolorosa (Way of the Cross), the narrow alleys and bazaars to the holiest shrine in Christendom, Church of the Holy Sepulchre to visit Golgotha and the Tomb of Our Lord. Overnight Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning drive to Bethany to visit Lazarus Tomb before we continue to Jericho, the Oldest City on earth. View the Sycamore Tree while driving through to city to Visit Mt. Temptation via a Cable car. Continue to the lowest point on earth the Dead Sea that is over 1300 feet below sea level. We will stop at Qumran, where a young shepherd boy discovered the Dead Sea Scrolls in 1947 in a cave. These scrolls are the oldest scriptures of the Bible ever found. Continue to the shores of the Dead Sea, where you will have time to take a float in the saltiest body of water in the world. On our way back to the hotel, stop at Qasr El Yehud Baptismal site. Overnight Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>A day at leisure to go wonder around Jerusalem on your own, or go shopping. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Drive to Mt Sion, the Upper Room, revered as the site of the Last Supper. Then survey the Dormition Abbey, St. Peter in Gallicantu where Peter denied Jesus three times, and King David’s Tomb. In the afternoon, Nablus Shechem, it’s where Jacob settled after returning from Mesopotamia. Also, visit the Greek Orthodox Monastery and Jacob’s well where Jesus asked a Samaritan woman for a drink and offered her living water. Overnight in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Check-out from hotel and drive to Ein Karem visit St. John the Baptist and the Visitation Church. Continue to Jaffa visit the house of Simon the Tanner where St. Peter saw the vision regarding Cornelius and the acceptance of the Gentiles into the faith. Visit the house where St. Peter raised Tabitha from death. Check-in at the hotel in Tel Aviv, The Herods Hotel. A day at leisure. Overnight in Tel Aviv. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>A free day for relaxation, shopping, or enjoying the Mediterranean Sea. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Christian Pilgrimage Tour of Israel - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met and transferred to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia where you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.  Overnight at the Sheraton Addis Ababa</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early continental room service breakfast. Transfer for flight to Axum. Check into the hotel and have lunch. Visit the city of Axum, the cradle of Ethiopia’s 3000-year-old civilization. In its heyday in the 6th century, the Axumite Kingdom was one of the four great powers of the world ruling the two southern sides of the Red Sea. The glory of the Kingdom can still be pictured as you gaze on the colossal rock stele, the stonework of royal tombs, and the legendary bath of the Queen of Sheba. The 17th century Church of St. Mary standing near to the ruins of an earlier 4th-century church and is the country’s oldest and holiest Christian shrine. Another small sanctuary is said to be the last resting place of the original Ark of the Covenant, admittedly one of the most precious relics of Judeo-Christian tradition. Enjoy the interesting archaeological museum. Overnight at the Remehai Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Fly to Lalibela and check into the Roha Hotel. Visit Ethiopia's famous rock-hewn churches built in the 12-13th century and attributed to King Lalibela. There are no less than 1000 churches in the Lasta Region of Lalibela some hidden in enormous caves, but it is exceptional to find 11 churches of such master craftsmanship in one locale. These brilliant feats of engineering and architecture are often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Overnight at the Roha Hotel  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Fly to Gondar and check into the Goha Hotel. Founded by Emperor Fassilides in the 17th century Gondar has been called the "Camelot of Africa" because of its castles and fortress-like battlements. By European standards, the Gondar castles may not be elaborate but their very presence in Africa makes them a rare and imposing sight. Ambassadors of the Indian Moguls of the Ottoman Empire and of Louis XVI of France were once entertained here. Visit the baths of Fassilides and the Debre Birhan Selassie Church famous for its "winged angels" that adorn the ceiling. Pay a short visit to the Weleqa village (3 miles /10 min drive) which had once been a center for a substantial Felasha population. Almost all of them have been air-lifted to Israel in the 1980s, but today some individuals there still claim descent from the Felasha. Enjoy a cultural night of local musical entertainment.  Overnight at the Goha Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Fly to Bahir Dar and check into the Tana Hotel. After lunch, take a boat excursion on Lake Tana. The Lake is Ethiopia's largest at 85 km long and 65 km wide. In their funerary texts, the Pharaohs referred to it as "Lake Karou of the Country of the Happy." In the Middle Ages, churches sought refuge on the islands of Lake Tana and due in part to the difficult access these churches, are to this day rich in the best of Ethiopian religious paintings, illuminated manuscripts, and other treasures. We will visit the monastery of Ura Kidane Miheret. Drive for a panoramic view of the city and Lake Tana from a hill near the palace of former Emperor Haile Selassie. Overnight at the Tana Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: A.Savin</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Have an early breakfast. Drive (35kms/45 min) and make a short hike (20 min) to visit the majestic Blue Nile Falls named Tis Issat in the Amharic language which descriptively translates as "Smoke of Fire." The Falls plunge over a sheer 45 mt precipice that is 400 mt wide. Sought in vain by Egyptians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans, the first European to discover the source of the Nile was Portuguese Father Paez. Stop by the bustling open market and then return to the hotel for an early lunch before transfer for the flight to Addis. Transfer to your hotel, then start a brief tour of the city of Addis Ababa, which in the Amharic language means "New Flower." Founded by Emperor Menelik in 1887, Addis is the capital of modern Ethiopia and has a population of about 3 million. It is graced as Africa's diplomatic capital with the presence of the headquarters for the Organization of African Unity and is the port of entry for most Travelers.  Drive to the Ethnological Museum, which exhibits the culture and handicrafts of various Ethiopian ethnic groups. Drive through the Mercato, the largest open market on the continent.  Enjoy a lively evening of traditional Ethiopian food and musical entertainment at the Crown Hotel.  Overnight at the Hilton/Sheraton. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: A. Savin</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Enjoy a buffet breakfast, then transfer to Addis Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be met by our tour manager who will meet and assist. Transfer to your hotel, the luxurious Semiramis Inter-Continental Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then start your tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops (Khufu) Pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), you will find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. Take a camel ride by the Pyramids area. Continue your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum, famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Also, visit the famous mummy room. In the afternoon take an excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Mohammed Ali Mosque as well as the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili. Return to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor. Arrive at Luxor Airport where you will be met by our tour manager who will transfer you to the luxurious St. George Sonesta Hotel for check-in. Later, start your tour visiting the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Then visit the temple of Luxor, which was started by Amenhotep III, and completed by Ramses II. Cross to the West Bank of the Nile to visit the Necropolis of ancient Thebes. Explore the Valleys of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 pharaohs and 57 queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most ancient tombs. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then meet your tour guide to visit the Valley of the Nobles, Userhat Tomb as well as Rekhmire Tomb, many of which are vividly painted with naturalistic scenes of agriculture, fishing, fowling, feasting, and junketing. Continue your tour visiting the famous King Tut Tomb and the very large Temple of Ramses III known as Madinet Habu, which depicts the battle reliefs on the exterior of the temple. End the tour by visiting the Luxor Museum. Later transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met and transferred to the Marriott Mena House Hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Best of Egypt &amp; Ethiopia - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>A day at leisure for last-minute shopping, relaxing by your hotel pool or purchasing an optional tour, from our Cairo office. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Breakfast, then you will be met by our tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Comprehensive Tour of Ethiopia - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met out Egypt Tours guide at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the Hilton Addis Ababa Meals: Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Comprehensive Tour of Ethiopia - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early continental room service breakfast. Transfer for flight to Axum. Check into the hotel and have lunch. Visit the city of Axum, the cradle of Ethiopia’s 3000-year-old civilization. In its heyday in the 6th century, the Axumite Kingdom was one of the four great powers of the world ruling the two southern sides of the Red Sea. The glory of the Kingdom can still be pictured as you gaze on the colossal rock stele, the stonework of royal tombs, and the legendary bath of the Queen of Sheba. The 17th century Church of St. Mary standing near to the ruins of an earlier 4th century church and is the country’s oldest and holiest Christian shrine. Another small sanctuary is said to be the last resting place of the original Ark of the Covenant, admittedly one of the most precious relics of Judeo-Christian tradition. Enjoy the interesting archaeological museum. Overnight at the Remehai Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Comprehensive Tour of Ethiopia - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Fly to Lalibela and check into the Roha Hotel. Visit Ethiopia’s famous rock-hewn churches built in the 12-13th century and attributed to King Lalibela. There are no less than 1000 churches in the Lasta Region of Lalibela some hidden in enormous caves, but it is exceptional to find 11 churches of such master craftsmanship in one locale. These brilliant feats of engineering and architecture are often referred to as the “Eighth Wonder of the World” Overnight at the Roha Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Comprehensive Tour of Ethiopia - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Fly to Gondar and check into the Goha Hotel. Founded by Emperor Fassilides in the 17th century Gondar has been called the “Camelot of Africa” because of its castles and fortress-like battlements. By European standards, the Gondar castles may not be elaborate but their very presence in Africa makes them a rare and imposing sight. Ambassadors of the Indian Moguls of the Ottoman Empire and of Louis XVI of France were once entertained here. Visit the baths of Fassilides and the Debre Birhan Selassie Church famous for its “winged angels” that adorn the ceiling. Pay a short visit to the Weleqa village (3 miles / 10 min drive) which had once been a center for a substantial Felasha population. Almost all of them have been air-lifted to Israel in the 1980s, but today some individuals there still claim descent from the Felasha. Enjoy a cultural night of local musical entertainment. Overnight at the Goha Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Comprehensive Tour of Ethiopia - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Fly to Bahir Dar and check into the Tana Hotel. After lunch, take a boat excursion on Lake Tana. The Lake is Ethiopia’s largest at 85 km long and 65 km wide. In their funerary texts, the Pharaohs referred to it as “Lake Karum of the Country of the Happy” In the Middle Ages, churches sought refuge on the islands of Lake Tana and due in part to the difficult access these churches, are to this day rich in the best of Ethiopian religious paintings, illuminated manuscripts, and other treasures. We will visit the monastery of Ura Kidane Mehret. Drive for a panoramic view of the city and Lake Tana from a hill near the palace of former Emperor Haile Selassie. Overnight at the Tana Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Image Source: Bernard Gagnon</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Comprehensive Tour of Ethiopia - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Have an early breakfast. Drive (35kms/45 min) and make a short hike (20 min) to visit the majestic Blue Nile Falls named Tis Issat in the Amharic language which descriptively translates as “Smoke of Fire” The Falls plunge over a sheer 45 mt precipice that is 400 mt wide. Sought in vain by Egyptians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans, the first European to discover the source of the Nile was Portuguese Father Paez. Stop by the bustling open market and then return to the hotel for an early lunch before transfer for the flight to Addis. Transfer to your hotel, then start a brief tour of the city of Addis Ababa, which in the Amharic language means “New Flower” Founded by Emperor Menelik in 1887, Addis is the capital of modern Ethiopia and has a population of about 3 million. It is graced as Africa’s diplomatic capital with the presence of the headquarters for the Organization of African Unity and is the port of entry for most Travelers. Drive to the Ethnological Museum, which exhibits the culture and handicrafts of various Ethiopian ethnic groups. Drive through the Addis Mercato, the largest open market on the continent. Enjoy a lively evening of traditional Ethiopian food and musical entertainment at the Crown Hotel. Overnight at the Hilton/Sheraton. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Comprehensive Tour of Ethiopia - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Enjoy a buffet breakfast (Kaffa House-Hilton or Summerfield’s Restaurant-Sheraton.) Transfer for midday departure. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth III - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager who will meet and greet you upon arrival. Later, you will be transferred to your hotel, the historical and luxurious Marriott Mena House Hotel, accommodations will be in a deluxe suite overlooking the Pyramid. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth III - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, which dates back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion to Old Cairo, visiting the very old Coptic Churches and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammad Ali, the Citadel of Salah El-Din, and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry and hand-tooled leather items. If time doesn’t allow going back to the hotel. Then continue to the Wekalet El Ghuri, an arts complex set in a 16th-century merchants’ house, watch a dazzling tanoura show of spinning dancers in the courtyard, also called The Whirling Dervishes Show. Admire the Mamluk-era architecture and atmosphere of the complex. This is quite an experience, the performance is mesmerizing in itself, showing the deep spiritual meaning behind the colorful swirls, beautiful music, and chants. The musicians were excellent and the dancers amazing. The place where the show takes place is an amazing old building which deserves a visit in its own. Return to your hotel. Overnight.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Egypt In Depth III - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours and Travel tour guide and drive to Dahshur to visit the Red and Bent Pyramid. The builder of these Pyramids is thought to have been Sneferu, who is believed to have built the Pyramid of Maidum. His son was Cheops (Khufu) who continued his construction tendencies. In the afternoon, drive to Memphis on the edge of the western desert, the capital of the ancient kingdom, and one of the most important cities throughout the history of ancient Egypt. Drive to Sakkara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis, built Between 2667 – 2648 BC, built by Imhotep and where the Pharaoh Djoser is buried. Saqqara is 203 feet in height, consisting of a total volume of 330,400 cubic meters. Pharaoh Djoser of the third Dynasty conceived the plan, enlarging his Mastaba further and further (due to his long reign) until he ended up with a gigantic step pyramid. Continue to Memphis to visit the mega large statues of Ramses II, found in the temple of the god Ptah. Transfer back to the hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>In the morning, drive to the pyramids of Giza. Khufu's (Cheop's) pyramid, the largest of the three, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 B.C. and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the pyramids if you wish. In front of the pyramid of Khephren, we find the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone, it is a lion with a pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the pharaoh Khephren. Continue tour to the Solar Boat Museum, where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully reassembled. In the afternoon, visit the Pharaonic Village. It is a complete island that was built as a replica of Ancient Egypt. It takes you back 5000 years into history where you will see about 100 actors and actresses depicting the ancient Egyptians' way of life, their art, their craft, paper and perfume making, etc. They also mimic how the ancient Egyptians’ used to live, work, dress, and perform all their daily chores. It also contains a complete replica of King Tut's Tomb. It is indeed a fun experience. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, meet your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to the Pyramids Plateau to enjoy the magnificent Sound and Light show at the Giza plateau. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Visit the Gayer Anderson Museum, the Manyal Palace. Continue your tour with a visit to the Islamic Museum, considered one of the greatest in the world, with its exceptional collection of rare woodwork and plaster artifacts, as well as metal, ceramic, glass, crystal, and textile objects of all periods, from all over the Islamic world. Continue tour the Ibn Tulun and the Sultan Hassan Mosques. End tour with the Fishawi area, to have lunch at the famous, Noble prize winner Naguib Mahfouz restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the oldest street in Cairo, the Al Muizz El-Din street where you will see the medieval architectural treasures of the Islamic world. Visit the Synagogue of Moses, one of the most important Jewish sites in Cairo. In the afternoon, visit the Textile Museum, it has a unique collection of ancient Egyptian and Roman artifacts. . Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours and Travel tour guide, start tour of Maidum, explore the pyramid built by Snefru, father of Khufu who later built the Great Pyramid in Giza. Maidum has questions mark all around in comparison to the Great Pyramids. Since a sarcophagus has not been found in the burial chamber, there is no evidence that Snefru was ever buried in this pyramid. Nearby is a mastaba of an unknown Noble, where you will see the first example of a granite sarcophagus known in antiquity. Continue to the Hawara pyramid of Amenemhet III, the sixth pharaoh of the 12th Dynasty, around 1850 BC. Hawara is the largest Middle Kingdom funerary complex. Herodotus visited the pyramid during the 5th century BC. After completing our tour of the pyramids. Town of Lahon, where the Pyramid of Lahun is made of mud brick, but here the core of the pyramid consists of a network of stone walls that were infilled by mud brick. This approach was probably intended to ensure the stability of the brick structure. Continue through countryside towns to Minya, where you will be transferred to your hotel. The Horus of Life Hotel in Menia. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet your Egypt Tours and Travel guide, start your tour to Tuna el-Gebel, the necropolis of Khmun. See the catacombs that used to store thousands of animal mummies, this is a late-era temple. Also visit the tomb of Petosiris, a high priest, labeled as a Ptolemaic temple. The tomb has both Persian and Greek influence, it also has exquisite paintings from 300 BC. In the afternoon, visit the nobles in Beni Hasan, carved into the high limestone cliffs, a Middle Kingdom site 2040 - 1640 BC. Very well preserved, showing scenes depicting dancing, baking, marriage, and military activities. Overnight in Minya. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours and Travel guide, start tour visiting Tel el-Amarna, (1353 – 1336). One of the ancient capitals of Egypt, city was built by the pharaoh Akhenaten. Akhenaten had the vision of a society dedicated to the cult of one god. In order for Akhenaten to speed up the construction of the city, most of the buildings are constructed out of mud-brick. Continue to the Valley of the Nobles, where 25 major tombs are located, it has exquisite wall reliefs.  Also visit the Royal Palaces and Royal quarters, and the tomb built for Akhenaten with all the impressive scribes. Late afternoon, drive to Abydos. Overnight in Abydos at the Night House of Life Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting Abydos, the temple of Seti I, used to be the most religious site in the country, it is also the burial place for the first kings of a unified Egypt. Its construction started during Seti I era and was finished by Ramesses the Great. Continue in the afternoon, to the temple of Dendera, a complex covers some 40,000 square meters and is surrounded by a hefty mudbrick enclosed wall. Dendera was inhabited in prehistory, a useful oasis on the banks of the Nile. It seems that pharaoh Pepi I (ca. 2250 BC) built on this site and evidence exists of a temple in the Eighteenth Dynasty (ca 1500 BC). The earliest extant building in the compound today is the Mammisi raised by Nectanebo II – last of the native pharaohs (360–343 BC). Temple has depictions of Cleopatra VI which appear on temple walls are good examples of Ptolemaic Egyptian art. On the rear of the temple exterior, you will be able to see a carving of Queen Cleopatra and her son, Caesar (Caesarion), who was fathered by Julius Caesar. Continue your drive to Luxor. Check-in and overnight at the Historical Old Winter Palace Hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet your Egypt Tours and Travel guide, visit the Ramesseum, the memorial temple of pharaoh Ramesses the Great, located in Luxor. The temple, famous for its 57-foot seated statue of Ramesses, was dedicated to the god Amon. The walls of the Ramesseum, decorated with reliefs that include well-preserved paintings of battle scenes. Continue tour to visit the Valley of the Kings. Visit some of the most remarkable tombs, the King Tut Tomb, King Tut was the last of his royal family to rule during the end of the 18th dynasty during the New Kingdom of Egyptian history. His tomb is very popular because it was untouched by tomb robbers. In the afternoon, tour to the Tomb of Nefertari, also called QV66, tomb of Nefertari, built for the Great Wife of Ramesses II. It was discovered by Ernesto Schiaparelli, the director of the Egyptian Museum in Turin in 1904. Nefertari means "beautiful companion", was Ramesses II favorite wife. Continue tour to visit the Luxor Museum, see a wide collection that includes an array of masterpieces of pharaonic art. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet your Egypt Tours and Travel guide, cross to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Tomb of Queen Tausert, the wife of King Seth II. That tomb was usurped by King Set Nakht who changed some of its inscriptions and added to its original construction. Continue tour to visit the Necropolis of Ancient Thebes. Explore the valley of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 Pharaohs and 57 Queens have been discovered, enter some of the most remarkable burials, including that of King Tut. Also, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Continue the tour to visit the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Later transfer back to your hotel. Overnight.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu was an important New Kingdom period temple structure in the West Bank of Luxor in Egypt. Aside from its size and architectural and artistic importance, the temple is probably best known as the source of inscribed reliefs depicting the advent and defeat of the Sea Peoples during the reign of Ramesses III. Continue to visit Deir al-Madina, is an ancient Egyptian village which was home to the artisans who worked on the tombs in the Valley of the Kings during the 18th to 20th dynasties of the New Kingdom of Egypt (1550–1080 BCE). In the afternoon, visit one of the most important tombs in this cemetery, tomb 55, which belonged to Ra-Mose. He was the mayor of Thebes during the end of the reign of Amenhotep III (Amenophis III) and his son Akhenaton, the vizier. This rock-cut tomb has walls decorated with many painted scenes of the various aspects of life in Ancient Egypt. One of the most beautiful scenes is the one that represents the arrival of foreign delegations to the court of the Vizier Re-khme-Re, carrying presents and tributes to the King of Egypt. Overnight at your hotel in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet your Egypt Tours tour guide, then start with a visit to the Mortuary Temple of Seti I, it is a hidden little gem: The Mortuary Temple of the Pharaoh Seti I (19th dynasty). It’s not as large and as spectacular as Karnak or the temple of Hatshepsut, but still charming. Continue to the palace of Malkata, Amenhotep III, Amenhotep the Magnificent, ruled over Egypt for almost 40 years, from 1386 BCE to 1349 BCE, and never before had Egypt seen such wealth, such power, or such ostentation. He ruled as pharaoh and as a god-king from his sprawling palace of Malkata. In the evening, you will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Karnak Temple to attend the amazing Sound and Light performance. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Morning at leisure. Early afternoon, you will be met by your Egypt Tours Travel Escort and transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel, the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel downtown Cairo.  In the evening, you will be met and transferred for a dinner cruise and show on the Nile, where you will enjoy Egyptian belly dancing and a folklore show. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start tour with Churches of Old Cairo, there was a settlement from the 6th century BC. The Romans built a fortress here which we call Babylon. Some of these Roman walls still exist. Later, it became a Christian stronghold, with as many as 20 churches built within an area of one square mile. Visit the Hanging Church, also called, Church of the Virgin Mary, built into the walls of the Water Gate of the Roman fortress. It is estimated the oldest Christian church in Egypt, dating to around the 4th Century. Continue to the Church of St. Sergius, built atop one of the sites where the Holy Family rested during their escape from Herod. From there, we head to The Coptic Museum, it has the largest collection of Egyptian Christian artifacts in the world. It was founded in 1908 to house Coptic antiquities. The museum traces the history of Egypt from its beginnings to the present day. Erected on roughly 40,000 square feet o land. In the afternoon, Continue the tour to the Manyal Palace, built-in 1826, and conceals an Ottoman-Baroque fantasy within an immense marble basin with a marble island in its center. The Palace was built by Prince Mohammed Ali, the cousin of King Farouk, which includes a Museum exhibiting King Farouk's trophies and the Prince's own residence with its furnishings and a large collection of the family's memorabilia. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, start your Drive from Cairo to Alexandria. Upon arrival, start your tour with a visit to the Greco-Roman museum which contains statues, bas reliefs, pottery, jewelry, marble pieces, and other artifacts, which give you a picture of the grandeur of Alexandria in its Greek and Roman days, founded by Alexander the Great in 332 BC. Then visit the Roman Amphitheater which is the only known amphitheater from the Roman era in Egypt. Continue your tour to visit the Catacombs of Kom-El-Shouqafa. These tombs are remarkable for their unusual mixture of art styles, sculptures, and reliefs of Egyptian gods. Also visit the famous Alexandria Library and the famous Lighthouse. Continue your tour to visit Pompey's Pillar which is a column 98 feet high and 7 feet thick, made of Aswan rose granite erected in 297 A.D. Transfer to your hotel. The Alexandria Palestine hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Meet your guide and drive from Alexandria to Siwa Oasis. Upon arrival, visit what is now called it is the Old Siwa which used to be called (Shali). the fortress was built on the ecolodge building system, and at the top, you can feel the magic of nature. Explore Swia. Then transfer to your hotel, the Siwa Shaly Hotel. Overnight Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour of the 26th-dynasty Temple of the Oracle sits in the northwest corner of the ruins of Aghurmi village. Built-in the 6th century BC, probably on top of an earlier temple, it was dedicated to Amun (occasionally referred to as Zeus or Jupiter Ammon) and was a powerful symbol of the town’s wealth. It is believed Alexander the Great was declared the son of Amun in this temple. Also, visit the mountain of the dead where you can see some tombs with great Pharaonic inscriptions on the walls and ceiling. The tombs are decorated with the afterlife story on how the dead were judged by the afterlife Gods. In the afternoon, visit will include springs where you can swim, see the remains of the Temple of the Oracle, where Alexander. Alexander the Great came to confirm his divinity and some Greco-Roman tombs. At the edge of town, the towering dunes of the Great Sand Sea stand. Another favorite bathing spot for locals and tourists is Fatness Island, located on the salt lake. Overnight at your Hotel in Siwa. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Transfer from Siwa back to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo airport, transfer to your hotel. The Cairo Marriott Hotel Towers and Casino. Accommodations in a Nile view Suite. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Morning at leisure. In the evening you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours tour manager, to an Egyptian home for a traditional dinner and to get acquainted with the local people. Tour the home and engage in a friendly social discussion to get to know the Egyptian people and their way of life. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your tour with your guide to the recently opened GEM Grand Egyptian Museum, it is the largest archaeological museum complex in the world and host to more than 100,000 artifacts. For the first time ever, King Tut’s entire treasure collection will be on display alongside artifacts from pre-historic times through Egypt’s many thousands of years of pharaonic civilization. Continue the tour to Maidum. The Pyramid of Maidum was originally a seven-stepped pyramid. It was enlarged to an eight-stepped pyramid. Eventually, the steps were filled in and a smooth outer facing converted it into a true pyramid. It is a massive structure that is surrounded by the debris from the casing that collapsed. The Maidum Pyramid is thought to have been started by Huni, the last ruler of the 3rd Dynasty, then completed by his son Sneferu. Sneferu was the first 4th Dynasty Pharaoh (2613 - 2494 BC). In the afternoon visit the museum of Civilization, where the permanent collection is divided into two separate regions; one chronological and the other is thematic. The chronological areas are the following: Archaic, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Medieval, Islamic, modern and contemporary. Also visit the Gallery of Royal Mummies, where the mummies of the Kings were moved to. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Arrive at Cairo International airport, where you will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, transfer to your hotel. The JW Marriott, for check-in and overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>After breakfast at the hotel, your Egypt Tours driver and Egyptologist will pick you up for a full day of touring, starting with Cairo's iconic Giza pyramids, where the city meets the desert, then drive south along the river valley to Memphis, the once-resplendent capital of the Old Kingdom, where you will see the reclining statue of Ramses II. Continue your tour with a short drive to Saqqara, the burial place of the pharaohs of the Old Kingdom and home of the Step Pyramid of Zoser, one of the world's oldest stone structures of its size. Return to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Start your Cairo tour with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, with its excellent collection of Egyptian antiquities. After lunch, continue to Coptic Cairo: the ancient synagogue of Ben Ezra, the Coptic church of St. Sergius, and the Hanging Church. Citadel of Saladdin overlooking the entire city of Old Cairo, the Alabaster Mosque of Khedive Mohamed Ali Pasha, and Sultan Hussein Mosque. End tour with a visit to the famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar where you can purchase hand-tooled copper, silver, and gold items. Back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Early pickup from your hotel by your Egypt Tours tour manager. Transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor, upon arrival, meet your guide, then cross the Nile River to Luxor's West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings. Your visit includes excursions inside the well-preserved tombs of several rulers of old Egyptian dynasties, including the famous King Tut Tomb. Visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most successful pharaohs. Visit the Valley of Queens. Drive back to Luxor's East Bank for lunch. Continue to your hotel. The Sonesta St George for check-in. In the afternoon, visit the graceful Luxor Temple in the heart of the town of Luxor. Overnight at your luxury hotel in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>After breakfast, tour the Karnak complex consuming a mile and a half, its ancient name means "the most perfect of places”. In the afternoon, transfer to Esna to embark on your Dahabeeyah, The Queen Farida Nile sailboat around noon time for check-in. Start your sail. Arrive El Hegez Village 4-hours later. You will enjoy your lunch at El Hegez Village in a small town. El Hegaz village is located north of Edfu. Spend your first night onboard your Dahabeya. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Early morning sail to El Kab, about an hour of sailing. After breakfast, visit El kab on the East Bank of the Nile, about 8 miles North of Edfu. One of the oldest settlements of Upper Egypt, the ancient town of Nekheb ELkab and its sister Hierakompolis on the West Bank of the Nile river were the home of Nekbet the vulture goddess of Upper Egypt. The site contains several rock cut tombs. These are the burial places of the New Kingdom officials of that region. The tombs at El-kab are interesting, their walls are carved with important texts and reliefs depicting the naval battles on the Nile River between Egyptian forces from the city of Thebes and the invading Hyksos armies from the Near East. The most favorite place is the tomb of Paheri who was a mayor of the city during the 18th dynasty (1550-1295 BC). In this tomb, you will find a well preserved paintings of Paheri s' funeral procession along with images of pigs, hardly seen in any other Egyptian tombs. Transfer back to your Queen Farida Dahabeya. Set sail to Edfu about a 3-hours sail. Visit Edfu temple. Continue sailing from Edfu to El Fauaza island about a one hour sail. Spend your second night onboard your Dahabeya. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dahabeya Queen Farida Nile Sail - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, Sail from El Fauaza for 3-hours to El Ramady Village, walk around the village to explore the countryside for some time. In the afternoon, sail from El Ramady to Gebel el Selsela about a 4-hour sail. Lunch. Arrive Gabal El silsila or mountain of chains, one of the most important Archaeological sites, used to be sandstone quarry where you can still see traces of the cutting of sandstone. The most famous site is the chapel of Horemheb. Horemheb was the last king of XVlll. He carved a much larger rock-chapel out of the hillside at the northern end of the site. The chapel was dedicated to Amun-Ra as well as other deities that were connected to the Nile River. Continue your sail to Fares Village about an hour sail. Spend your third night onboard your Queen Farida Dahabeya. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dahabeya Queen Farida Nile Sail - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, you will have time to walk around the village. Set sail to Kom Ombo, that will be about a 3-hours sail. After lunch visit Kom Ombo temple. Sai to Harbyab Island, a 2-hours sail. Spend your fourth night onboard your Queen Farida Dahabeya. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dahabeya Queen Farida Nile Sail - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>Set sail from Harbyab to Aswan, a 4-hours sail. Lunch on board. In the afternoon, visit by a boat ride, Philae Temple, also Aswan's modern marvel, the High Dam. Take a short relaxing felucca ride on the Nile river. Later, enjoy and explore the town of Aswan and its colorful markets. You can enjoy their famous mint or hibiscus tea in a street café. Spend your fifth night on board your Queen Farida Dahabeya in Aswan. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dahabeya Queen Farida Nile Sail - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, disembark your Queen Farida Dahabeeyah where you will be met by your Egypt Tours escort and transferred to Aswan Airport for your departure to visit the Temple of Abu Simbel. Once finished with the Abu Simbel tour, fly from Abu Simbel to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager, and transferred to your hotel. The Marriott Mena House, for check-in and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dahabeya Queen Farida Nile Sail - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Drive to Dahshur, visit the Red Pyramid and the Bent Pyramid. The builder of these pyramids is thought to have been Sneferu who is believed to have built the pyramid of Maidum. His son Cheops (Khufu) continued his construction tendencies. In the afternoon, transfer by your Egypt Tours tour manager, to downtown Cairo to embark on a 2-hour "Felucca" (sailboat) ride, exploring downtown Cairo and riding in a sailboat the same way the ancient Egyptians did thousands of years ago, with the skyline of Cairo in the background. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Dahabeya Queen Farida Nile Sail - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, meet your Egypt Tours tour manager, who will transfer you to Cairo airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, who will meet and greet you. Transfer to your historical and luxurious hotel, the Marriott Mena House. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, meet your Egypt Tours driver and Egyptologist to start your full-day tour of Cairo's, visiting the iconic Giza pyramids, where the city meets the desert. Drive south along the river valley to Memphis, the once-resplendent capital of the Old Kingdom, where you will be able to see the reclining statue of Ramses II. In the afternoon, drive to Saqqara, the burial place of the pharaohs of the Old Kingdom, and home of the Step Pyramid of Zoser, one of the world's oldest stone structures of its size. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet your Egypt Tours driver and Egyptologist, for an early transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor, upon arrival, cross the Nile River to Luxor's West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings and Queens. In the afternoon, visit some of the well-preserved tombs of several rulers of old Egyptian dynasties, including the King Tut tomb. Later, also visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most successful female pharaohs, in the Valley of Queens. Make a quick stop to visit the Colossi of Memnon. Drive back to Luxor's East Bank for check-in at your hotel. The luxurious St George Hotel. In the evening, you will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Karnak Temple to attend the amazing Sound and Light performance. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, check-out from your Luxor hotel, where you will be met by Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to embark on the BELLE EPOQUE DAHABEYA, Musk, Amber Or Zahra, each of the 3-boats are only 6 cabins. Available only on charter basis. Very personalized service, having an entire boat for your family, a relaxing week sailing the Nile River. Lunch on board, followed by an excursion to the West Bank, visit the temple of Medinet Habu, Dier el Madina, Ramsiuem, and Tomb of Nobles back to Dahabyea. Overnight onboard moored on the Nile banks of Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, visit the magnificent temple complex of Amon-Ra at Karnak, with its vast hypostyle hall of 137 columns, followed by the imposing 28th Dynasty Luxor Temple. Continue your tour to the Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu was an important New Kingdom period temple structure in the West Bank of Luxor in Egypt. Aside from its size and architectural and artistic importance, the temple is probably best known as the source of inscribed reliefs depicting the advent and defeat of the Sea Peoples during the reign of Ramesses III. Continue to visit Deir al-Madina, is an ancient Egyptian village which was home to the artisans who worked on the tombs in the Valley of the Kings during the 18th to 20th dynasties of the New Kingdom of Egypt (1550–1080 BCE). Overnight moored in Luxor onboard, BELLE EPOQUE DAHABEYA, Musk, Amber Or Zahra Sailboat . Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, and a leisurely day. Later, sail to Esna where your dahabiya will moor overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Morning sail to Edfu, visit the wonderfully preserved Temple of Edfu. In the afternoon, continue to Silsila island, a site off the beaten tracks, Gabal El silsila or mountain of chains is one of the most important Archaeological site it was the quarry of sand stone where you can see the traces of cutting of sandstone, the most famous site is the chapel of Horemheb. .Horemheb was the last king of dynasty XVlll, he carved a much larger rock-chapel out of the hillside at the northern end of the site. The chapel was dedicated to Amun-Ra as well as other deputies that were connected to the River Nile. Overnight by Silsila island on your Belle Epoque Dahabiya. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>A short sail brings you to Kom Ombo, visit the Ptolemaic temple, dedicated to the crocodile god, Sobek, and the falcon-headed Horus, the god of the morning sun. Overnight on Dahabiya moored beside one of the Nile islands onboard BELLE EPOQUE DAHABEYA, Musk, Amber Or Zahra Sailboat . Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A day at leisure, sail to Aswan where your Dahabiya moors. Overnight on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, check-out, you will be met by your Egypt Tours representative and transfer to Aswan Airport for your departure to Abu Simbel. upon arrival in Abu Simbel, visit the Great Temple of Ramesses II, hewn in the rock, with four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance. It was dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramesses II. Then visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters on the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground. Return to Abu Simbel Airport for your flight back to Aswan. Visit the Aswan High Dam completed in 1971. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast aboard the BELLE EPOQUE DAHABEYA, Musk, Amber Or Zahra, followed by disembarkation, then visit Philae Temple, a structure that was rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser at the time of the construction of the High Dam, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Early evening, transfer to Aswan airport for your departure flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo airport, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to your hotel. The Marriott Mena House for check-in and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Belle Epoque Dahabeya Sail - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your driver and Egyptologist, then visit the Egyptian Museum, with its excellent collection of Egyptian antiquities. Lunch, continue to Coptic Cairo: the ancient synagogue of Ben Ezra, the Coptic church of St. Sergius, and the Hanging Church. Citadel of Saladdin overlooking the entire city of Old Cairo, and the Alabaster Mosque of Khedive Mohamed Ali Pasha. Also, visit the Sultan Hussein Mosque Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, meet your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to the Pyramids Plateau to enjoy the magnificent Sound and Light show at the Giza plateau. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>After breakfast, meet with your Egypt Tours manager and transfer to Cairo airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive at Cairo airport, where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, and transferred to your hotel. The Marriott Mena House, for check-in and overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>After breakfast, meet with your Egypt Tours driver and Egyptologist to start your full-day tour, visiting Cairo's iconic Giza pyramids, where the city meets the desert. Continue your tour to the Solar Boat Museum where a dismantled river barge of King Cheops (Khufu) was found and has been masterfully re-assembled. Drive south along the river valley to Memphis, the once-resplendent capital of the Old Kingdom, where you will see the reclining statue of Ramses II. Drive to Saqqara, the burial place for the pharaohs of the Old Kingdom and home to the Step Pyramid of Zoser, one of the world's oldest stone structures of its size. Transfer back to the Marriott Mena House for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early breakfast, then meet with your Egypt Tours tour manager and transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival at Luxor, you will be met and start your excursion of the West Bank of the Nile by visiting the temples of Medinet Habu, Dier El Madina, the Ramsiuem, and Tomb of Nobles. Transfer back to the East Bank for check-in at the luxurious Sonesta St George. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast at the Saint George Hotel. Then you will be met by your Egypt Tours representative and transferred to embark the Goddess Luxury Collection, The Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya in Luxor for a relaxing and educational week, sailing the Nile in a luxury Dahabeeyah (sailboat). After lunch, start a visit to the magnificent temple complex of Amon-Ra at Karnak, with its vast hypostyle hall of 137-columns, followed by the imposing 28th, Dynasty Luxor Temple. Overnight onboard the Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya moored on the Nile banks of Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early breakfast, then start your visit of the West Bank, the burial places of the Pharaohs - the Valley of the Kings - where Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamen in 1922. Enter the famous King Tut tomb. In the afternoon, continue the tour to the adjacent Valley of the Queens, the temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Sail to Esna in the late afternoon. Overnight onboard your luxurious Amirat Dahabiya boat. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast, then sail for an entire day to Edfu. Overnight onboard your luxurious Sonesta Amirat Dahabeya boat. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour to one of the best well-preserved Temples in existence, the temple of Edfu. Boat moored beside Maneeha island in Kom Ombo. Overnight onboard your luxurious Amirat Dahabiya boat. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit El Silsila island, a site off the beaten tracks, Gabal El silsila or mountain of chains is one of the most important Archaeological site it was sand stone quarry where you can still see the traces of cutting of sandstone, the most famous site is the chapel of Horemheb. Horemheb was the last king of XVlll dynasty, he carved a much larger rock-chapel out of the hillside at the northern end of the site. The chapel was dedicated to Amun-Ra as well as other deputies that were connected to the River Nile. Continue tour to visit the temple of Kom Ombo. Overnight on your Amirat Dahabiya moored next to Silsila island near Aswan. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 9</image:title>
      <image:caption>A day at leisure, while sailing to Aswan and moored nearby Aswan Bridge. Overnight onboard your luxurious Amirat Dahabiya boat. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 10</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour by visiting the Aswan High Dam completed in 1971; the Old Dam completed in 1902. You will also visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, a structure that had to be rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser at the time of the High Dam's construction. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 11</image:title>
      <image:caption>Breakfast aboard your Amirat Dahabiya followed by disembarkation, then transfer to Aswan airport for your departure flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo airport, you'll be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager, and transferred to your hotel. The luxurious Cairo Marriott and Towers for check-in and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Sail - Day 12</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egyptologist and driver, then visit the Egyptian Museum, with its excellent collection of Egyptian antiquities. Continue to Coptic Cairo: the ancient synagogue of Ben Ezra, the Coptic church of St. Sergius, and the Hanging Church. Citadel of Saladdin overlooking the entire city of Old Cairo, and the Alabaster Mosque of Khedive Mohamed Ali Pasha, then Sultan Hussein Mosque Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>After breakfast, you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager, and transfer to Cairo airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>3 Day Egypt Extension - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager, and transferred to your hotel, The Ramses Hilton Hotel, for an overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>3 Day Egypt Extension - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours guide. Start your tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Khufu's Pyramid, the largest of the three was built in the 4th dynasty about 2960 B.C., one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the Pyramid of Khephre is the Sphinx. Carved from a single piece of stone, it is a lion's body with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Khephre. Continue your tour by visiting the Egyptian museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period dating back some 50-centuries. In the afternoon, visit the Citadel of Salah-El-Din, the Mohammed Ali Mosque, and the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili where you can bargain for Egyptian souvenirs, jewelry, hand-tooled copper and leather items, and much more. Return to your hotel overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>3 Day Egypt Extension - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by our Egypt Tours manager, and transferred to Cairo Airport for your departure flight home. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Price Varies Depending on Season All Of Our Egypt Tours Extensions Are Operated By Private Cars, With A Driver And An Egyptologist With You At All Times.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>4 Day Egypt Extension - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo airport where you will be met by our Egypt Tours manager, and transferred to your hotel, The Ramses Hilton Hotel, for an overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>4 Day Egypt Extension - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet your Egypt Tours guide. Start your tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza. Khufu's Pyramid, the largest of the three was built in the 4th dynasty about 2960 B.C., one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In front of the Pyramid of Khephre is the Sphinx. Carved from a single piece of stone, it is a lion's body with a Pharaoh's head thought to be a portrait of the Pharaoh Khephre. Continue your tour by visiting the Egyptian museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period dating back some 50-centuries, including the fabulous treasures of King Tutankhamen. The afternoon will consist of a visit the Citadel of Salah-El-Din, the Mohammed Ali Mosque, and the Medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili where you can bargain for Egyptian souvenirs, jewelry, hand-tooled copper and leather items, and much more. Return to your hotel, overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>4 Day Egypt Extension - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours escort and transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Arrive in Luxor where you will be met and transferred to the city. Later start your tour by visiting the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, Colossal of Memnon, Deir El-Bahari Temple, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Luxor, and Karnak Temples. Later transfer back to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Arrive Cairo in the evening, met by Egypt Tours, and transfer back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>4 Day Egypt Extension - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager, and transferred to Cairo Airport for your departure flight back home. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>5 Day Egypt Extension - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, and transferred to your hotel, The luxurious Mena House Hotel, for an overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>5 Day Egypt Extension - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Full day tour visiting the Pyramids, the Sphinx, Memphis, Sakkara, the Solar Boat Museum and enjoy a Camel ride by the Pyramids area. Transfer back to your hotel. Later in the evening you will be met and transferred by our tour escort to attend a dinner cruise where you can enjoy cruising the Nile river and watching a folkloric and belly dancing show. Transfer back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>5 Day Egypt Extension - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by our Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Arrive Luxor where you will be met and transferred to the city. Later start your tour by visiting the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, Colossal of Memnon, Deir El-Bahari Temple, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Luxor, and Karnak Temples. Later transfer back to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Arrive Cairo in the evening, where you will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager, and transferred back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>5 Day Egypt Extension - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. Afternoon excursion visit the Hanging and the oldest Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Continue your visit to the Alabaster mosque of Mohammad Ali and the Citadel of Salah-El-Din and the medieval Bazaars of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Return to your hotel. In the evening, you will be met and transferred to attend the sound and light performance at the Giza Plateau. Later transfer back to your hotel for overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>5 Day Egypt Extension - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour manger, where you will be transferred to Cairo airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>3 Day Egypt Extension with Cairo sightseeing And All Transfers</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces And Places of Egypt - Day 1</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive Cairo where you will be met by our Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager, who will meet and greet you. Transfer to your hotel, Pyramisa hotel. Overnight.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces And Places of Egypt - Day 2</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet with your Egypt Tours tour guide, then drive to the Pyramids of Giza. Cheops Pyramid, the largest of the three Pyramids, was built in the 4th dynasty about 2690 BC, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids area if you wish. In front of the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre), stands the Sphinx carved from a single piece of stone. Continue tour to the Egyptian Museum famous for its antiquities from Egypt's Pharaonic period, dating back some 50 centuries and includes the fabulous treasures of King Tut-Ankh-Amon. In the afternoon excursion to the medieval Bazaar of Khan-El-Khalili, where you can bargain for your jewelry, copper, and hand-tooled leather items. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces And Places of Egypt - Day 3</image:title>
      <image:caption>Early Cairo departure. You will be met by your Egypt Tours tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport for an early flight to Luxor. Upon arrival at Luxor airport, your will be met by our Egypt Tours guide, to start tour by visiting the Temple of Karnak, which took over 1500 years to build and is considered the world's largest religious complex. Continue the tour to the Temple of Luxor, started by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Transfer to your Luxor hotel. The Arcan Etab Hotel for check-in and overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces And Places of Egypt - Day 4</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your tour by crossing to the West Bank of the Nile, visit the Necropolis of Ancient Thebes. Explore the valley of the Kings and Queens where tombs of 64 Pharaohs and 57 Queens have been discovered, and enter some of the most remarkable burials including King Tut Tomb. Also visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Transfer back to your Luxor hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces And Places of Egypt - Day 5</image:title>
      <image:caption>Check-out from your Luxor hotel. Then drive to Edfu. Visit the Temple of Horus from (237 BC) one of the best-preserved Egyptian temple around the world. Continue our drive to Kom Ombo. Visit the Temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris, dating back to 180 BC, during the Ptolemaic era with several new additions made to it during Roman times. End your drive to the mesmorizing, charming town of Aswan. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The Basma hotel. Overnight Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces And Places of Egypt - Day 6</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start your Aswan tour by visiting Botanical Gardens, the Agha Khan Mausoleum by felucca (sailboat ride), and the amazing Temple of Isis on Philae Island. Continue your tour the Granite Quarries, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Overnight in Aswan at Basma hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces And Places of Egypt - Day 7</image:title>
      <image:caption>Check-out from your Aswan hotel. You will be met by your Egypt Tours representative and transferred to Aswan airport, for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be met and transferred by your Egypt Tours tour manager to your hotel. The Pyramisa hotel. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Faces And Places of Egypt - Day 8</image:title>
      <image:caption>You will be met by your Egypt Tours and Travel tour manager and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt II - Day 5: Immersive West Bank Luxor Tour, Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple</image:title>
      <image:caption>Explore the Valley of the Kings on a private, expert-led guided tour including the tomb of King Tutankhamun, the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut carved into the cliffs, and the giant Colossi of Memnon statues standing guard over the Nile’s west bank. Continue your discovery with an in-depth visit to Karnak Temple, the world’s largest religious complex with its vast array of pylons, obelisks, and sacred lakes reflecting millennia of pharaonic history. Visit Luxor Temple, an architectural marvel begun by Amenhotep III and elaborated by Ramses II, glowing in the soft afternoon light. This exclusive day provides unparalleled insight into the spiritual and cultural heart of ancient Egypt, customized to your pace and interests for a deeply personal luxury Egypt tour experience. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt II - Day 6: Valley of the Nobles &amp; Luxor Museum, Flight to Cairo</image:title>
      <image:caption>Begin your day exploring the beautifully preserved tombs in the Valley of the Nobles, including the richly decorated tombs of Userhat and Rekhmire, which display naturalistic scenes of hunting, agriculture, and daily life, offering rare glimpses into elite ancient Egyptian society. Visit the Luxor Museum, which houses an exquisite collection of artifacts discovered in the surrounding temples, including statues, and relics. Later, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, your Egypt Tours manager will greet you and escort you to the luxurious Cairo Marriott Hotel, where you can relax and prepare for the vibrant cultural tours ahead. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt II - Day 7: Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) &amp; Museum of Civilization, Royal Mummies Gallery</image:title>
      <image:caption>Start with a private tour of the (GEM) Grand Egyptian Museum, the world’s largest archaeological museum complex, home to over 100,000 artifacts including the full display of King Tutankhamun’s treasures and countless relics spanning Egypt’s millennia of history. Then, visit the Museum of Civilization which presents Egypt’s history through chronological and thematic exhibits ranging from the Pharaonic era to modern times. Experience the solemn yet awe-inspiring Gallery of Royal Mummies displaying the preserved kings and queens of ancient Egypt in a purpose-built hall. This day offers an extraordinary blend of archaeology, history, and culture in Cairo’s newest state-of-the-art cultural institutions. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt II - Day 8: Egyptian Museum &amp; Cairo Bazaar Tour, Khan El Khalili &amp; Whirling Dervishes</image:title>
      <image:caption>Explore the world-famous Egyptian Museum with its unparalleled collection of Pharaonic antiquities, including statues, jewelry, and the treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamun, guided by your expert Egyptologist. Walk through the historic quarters of Old Cairo visiting ancient Coptic churches and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, among the oldest Jewish sites in Egypt. Continue to the majestic Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali inside the Citadel of Salah El-Din, an architectural masterpiece offering panoramic city views. Discover the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar, where you can shop for fine jewelry, souvenirs, and handcrafted leather goods while soaking in the vibrant cultural atmosphere. End your evening with a captivating Whirling Dervishes spiritual show held in a beautifully preserved 16th-century merchant’s house, complementing your authentic Egyptian cultural experience. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt II - Day 9: Private Cairo Airport Transfer &amp; Luxury Tour Conclusion</image:title>
      <image:caption>Enjoy a private transfer to Cairo International Airport, concluding your personalized luxury Egypt tour experience. Depart with lasting memories of Egypt’s timeless wonders, seamless comfort, and expert-guided discovery. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt II - Optional Abu-Simbel Excursion</image:title>
      <image:caption>*This will take place during your stay in Aswan **Airfare to and from Abu-Simbel is included Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, hewn in the rock, with four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance. It was dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Then visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters on the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt III - Day 5: Immersive West Bank Luxor Tour, King Tut, Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple</image:title>
      <image:caption>West Bank of Luxor &amp; Karnak Temple Today, discover the West Bank of Luxor on a truly immersive guided tour. Your expert guide will take you to the famous Valley of the Kings, including an exclusive visit to King Tutankhamun's tomb. You will also explore the magnificent funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut and stand in awe of the ancient Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, your private tour continues to the East Bank to explore the monumental Karnak Temple Complex, one of the world's largest religious sites, and the Luxor Temple, a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt III - Day 6: Valley of the Nobles &amp; Luxor Museum, Flight to Cairo</image:title>
      <image:caption>Valley of the Nobles &amp; Luxor Museum Start your day with a private guided tour of the Valley of the Nobles, where you'll see the vividly painted tombs of Userhat and Rekhmire, showcasing ancient Egyptian daily life. Conclude your Luxor exploration with a visit to the Luxor Museum. Early in the evening, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo, where you will check in to the luxurious Cairo Marriott Hotel. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt III - Day 7: Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) &amp; Museum of Civilization, Royal Mummies Gallery</image:title>
      <image:caption>The Grand Egyptian Museum &amp; Museum of Civilization Today, you will experience the magnificent new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world. For the first time, King Tut's entire treasure collection will be on display alongside over 100,000 artifacts. In the afternoon, visit the Museum of Civilization, where you can explore a wide range of exhibits on Egyptian history and culture, including the impressive Gallery of Royal Mummies. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt III - Day 8: Churches of Old Cairo, Coptic Museum, Islamic Cairo, Al Muizz El-Din Street</image:title>
      <image:caption>Old Cairo &amp; Islamic Street Delve into the spiritual heart of Old Cairo, a Christian stronghold built within the walls of a Roman fortress. Visit the Hanging Church, the oldest Christian church in Egypt, and the Church of St. Sergius, where the Holy Family is said to have rested. Your tour includes a visit to the Coptic Museum, which holds the largest collection of Christian artifacts in the world. Later, explore Al Muizz El-Din Street, the oldest street in Cairo, home to stunning medieval Islamic architecture. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt III - Day 9: Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili Bazaar &amp; Whirling Dervishes, Beni Ezra, Citadel of Salah El-Din, Beni Ezra Synagogue, Whirling Dervishes show</image:title>
      <image:caption>Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili Bazaar &amp; Whirling Dervishes Start your day with a visit to the famous Egyptian Museum, renowned for its vast collection of pharaonic antiquities. In the afternoon, visit the Jewish Synagogue of Beni Ezra. Explore the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammad Ali, followed by a visit to the medieval Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, perfect for shopping and bargaining. Conclude the day with a mesmerizing Whirling Dervishes show at Wekalet El Ghuri, an artistic performance filled with deep spiritual meaning and beautiful music. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt III - Day 10: Private Transfer to Cairo Airport</image:title>
      <image:caption>Departure Enjoy a final breakfast before your private Cairo airport transfer, concluding your luxury Egypt vacation with seamless service. Your exclusive, personalized journey comes to an end, leaving you with a lifetime of cherished memories. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Exotic Egypt III - Optional Abu-Simbel Excursion</image:title>
      <image:caption>*This will take place during your stay in Aswan **Airfare to and from Abu-Simbel is included Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, hewn in the rock, with four colossal seated statues of the king in front of the entrance. It was dedicated to Amun Ra, the Horakhti, and Ramses II. Then visit the King's wife's temple, the Temple of Nefertari. The entire site was threatened by the waters on the completion of the Aswan High Dam and has been preserved by International action organized by "UNESCO". All of the parts of the temple have been sectioned, cut, removed from the original site, and reassembled on higher ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure Series II - Day 1: Arrival in Cairo</image:title>
      <image:caption>Arrive in the vibrant city of Cairo, where your Egypt Tours personal tour manager will greet you at the airport, assist with formalities, and escort you in a private vehicle to the luxurious Semiramis Inter-Continental Hotel overlooking the Nile. Enjoy a seamless check-in and relax after your international flight. Overnight stay in Cairo.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure Series II - Day 2 : Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum &amp; Old Cairo</image:title>
      <image:caption>Meet your expert Egyptologist guide and begin your journey at the Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Admire the Pyramid of Chephren (Khafre) and the iconic Great Sphinx, carved from a single limestone block. Experience a camel ride with panoramic pyramid views. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure Series II - Day 3 : Grand Egyptian Museum, Maidum Pyramid &amp; National Museum of Egyptian Civilization</image:title>
      <image:caption>Begin with the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world’s largest archaeological museum, showcasing over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun. Your private Egyptologist guide will highlight rare pieces seldom seen by the public, offering deep insight into Egypt’s ancient dynasties and their cultural legacy. Travel to Maidum to see the fascinating transitional pyramid built by Pharaoh Huni and completed by Sneferu, the first ruler of Egypt’s 4th Dynasty. This site, often overlooked by mass tourism, offers a serene and authentic glimpse into early pyramid construction techniques and is a hidden gem for exclusive Egypt archaeology tours. In the afternoon, visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, featuring chronological and thematic galleries from prehistoric to modern times, including the Royal Mummies Hall—a must for travelers seeking an immersive luxury Egypt cultural tour. Return to your hotel in Cairo. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure Series II - Day 4 : Abu Simbel, Aswan &amp; Luxor</image:title>
      <image:caption>Fly early to Abu Simbel to marvel at the monumental temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, relocated to escape flooding from the Aswan High Dam. The colossal statues and intricate carvings here are among the most photographed UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Egypt, offering a once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity. Continue to Aswan for a felucca sail to Elephantine Island and the Botanical Gardens, followed by visits to the Unfinished Obelisk and the High Dam. Your journey blends exclusive archaeological experiences with the tranquil beauty of the Nile, perfect for travelers seeking both history and relaxation. Fly onward to Luxor and check into the luxurious Sonesta St. George Hotel, perfectly located for exploring the temples and tombs of ancient Thebes. Overnight in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure Series II - Day 5: Karnak, Luxor Temple &amp; West Bank of the Nile</image:title>
      <image:caption>Explore the Temple of Karnak, the largest religious complex in the world, and the Temple of Luxor, begun by Amenhotep III and completed by Ramses II. Your private guided Nile expedition ensures you see the most significant reliefs and hieroglyphs without the crowds, with expert commentary bringing the ancient stories to life. Cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens, entering select royal tombs with vivid wall paintings that have survived for millennia. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, where your guide will share stories of ancient rituals, royal power, and architectural mastery. This day offers a perfect blend of luxury Egypt heritage travel and hands-on history. Overnight in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure Series II - Day 6 : Valley of the Nobles, King Tut’s Tomb &amp; Luxor Museum</image:title>
      <image:caption>Visit the Valley of the Nobles, including the tombs of Userhat and Rekhmire, adorned with vivid scenes of daily life in ancient Egypt. See the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun, where the boy king’s burial chamber still holds a sense of mystery and wonder for travelers worldwide. Explore the grand Temple of Ramses III (Medinet Habu), known for its battle reliefs and vibrant colors, before ending the day at the Luxor Museum, home to masterpieces of sculpture, jewelry, and royal artifacts. This curated day is ideal for travelers seeking exclusive archaeological tours in Egypt with expert interpretation and personalized pacing. Fly back to Cairo and check into the Cairo Marriott Hotel. Overnight in Cairo. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure Series II - Day 7: Dahshur Pyramids &amp; Leisure Time</image:title>
      <image:caption>Travel to Dahshur to see the Red Pyramid and the unique Bent Pyramid of Sneferu, remarkable for its change in angle during construction. These sites are less visited, offering a peaceful and authentic Egyptian heritage travel experience away from the crowds, perfect for photography and quiet exploration. Return to Cairo for an afternoon at leisure—perfect for optional excursions, shopping for hand-crafted souvenirs, or relaxing at your hotel’s spa. This final full day allows you to reflect on your luxury Egypt cultural journey while enjoying the modern comforts of the city. Overnight in Cairo. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</image:caption>
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      <image:title>The Ultimate Adventure Series II - Day 8: Departure from Cairo</image:title>
      <image:caption>Your Egypt Tours manager will escort you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, assisting with check-in and formalities. Meals: Breakfast</image:caption>
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