This small group tour is a great opportunity to see Egypt's wealth of archaeological sites, but with the added bonus of having expert advice and knowledge on hand to answer all your questions and enrichen the experience. A highly knowledgeable Egyptologist comes as part of this package, as well as the 15 days of exploring Egypt's best and most magnificent sites, plus some more unusual ones.
This trip is a must for those who have ever marvelled at the long history of this unique country and who want to gain an in-depth insight in to a truly fascinating ancient civilisation through an unforgettable experience.
The leisurely itinerary includes:
* Cairo: Tour of the famous Archaeological Museum, Citadel and Old Town of Cairo.
* A day tracing the evolution of the pyramids
* Aswan: visit the rock cut tombs and Elephantine Island.
* Day sightseeing on Philae and Kalabsha Islands.
* Cruise down the Nile, visit Kom Ombo and Edfu en route.
* Luxor: visit Karnak and Luxor temples.
* Exploration of the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon
* Dendara and Abydos.
* Al Fayyum, Egypt's largest oasis
What's so special about this tour?
You will be accompanied on the tour by an Egyptologist - an archaeological expert on Egypt who can answer your questions and speak in depth about the sites that you will visit.
As well, in addition to the classic archaeological sites, you will visit places other itineraries do not. This includes Egypt's largest oasis at Al Fayyum, the temples at Dendara and the vast necropolis of Abydos.
Prices are 15 days from £1,545 including flights (land only tours can be arranged).
To book this tour or enquire about dates, or telephone Andrea on 0845 475 0342
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