Here is a great price for a tour of
this quality, which includes:
- Return
Air fares from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to Cairo with
Singapore Airlines, plus two flights within Egypt.
- A 14 day Egypt tour by coach and plane, which also
includes a 5 day cruise on the Mighty Nile River in a luxury boat.
- A 2 day stopover in Singapore.
- Superb accommodation, mainly 4 - 5 star in Egypt.
- All transport and transfers.
- Services of an Egyptian tour guide and, if there are 12 or
more participants, an Australian tour leader.
If you don't have a travel partner but wish to travel at twin
share rates, we will do our best to match you up with another person,
but this is not guaranteed. For a single room, there is an extra charge
of $985.
This is a wonderful tour with superb accommodation.
Tour Itinerary
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Itinerary
for Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise - October 2010 |
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Included meals are indicated as B =
Breakfast, L =Lunch, D = Dinner |
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| 15.10.10 |
Australia - Singapore
Depart Sydney at 9.05am on SQ 220, arriving in Singapore at 2.30pm.
Depart Brisbane at 9.30am on SQ 256, arriving in Singapore at 3.35pm.
Depart Melbourne at 11.10am on SQ 238, arriving in Singapore at 5.35pm.
All passengers will be transferred to their 4 star central Singapore
Hotel for a 2 night stay.
While in Singapore all of the following will be included:
- 50% discount on the a la carte food menu (food only) at the
designated food outlet in the passenger's hotel.
- Airport-hotel-airport transfers on seat-in coach basis.
- Free unlimited rides on SIA Hop-on tourist bus.
- Free Captain Explorer Amphibious Boat Tour.
- Free admission to 6 attractions; Sentosa Island Resort,
National Orchid Garden, Singapore River Cruise, Jurong Bird Park, , The
Singapore Zoo, Malay Heritage Centre.
- Discounts on shopping, dining, sightseeing tours and
attractions as listed in SIA Boarding Pass Privileges program.
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Singapore
Today is a day at leisure. |
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| 17.10.10 |
Singapore - Cairo
Today is a day at leisure.
Late 6.00pm check out from your hotel. Transfer back to Singapore
Airport departing at 10.55pm on SQ 492, arriving in Cairo at 5.15am the
next morning. |
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18.10.10
(D) |
Cairo
Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel for a 3
night stay. After a welcome briefing you have the afternoon at leisure
and dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: Conrad Hotel. |
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19.10.10
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Cairo
This morning we drive to Memphis where we see the limestone Colossus of
Ramses II and the giant Alabaster Sphinx. Next we continue to Sakkara
where the Step Pyramid heralded the start of the pyramid age. From here
prepare yourself for a breathtaking experience as we marvel at one of
the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Giza and
the Sphinx, which casts its enigmatic gaze across the sands of the
desert. We'll also view the Solar Boat. In the evening we will enjoy
dinner at our hotel.
Accommodation: Conrad Hotel. |
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20.10.10
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Cairo
Morning guided tour of the Cairo Museum of Antiquities to see the
fabulous collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the
stunning treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb. Entrance is also included
into the Mummy Room. After lunch we shall visit the Citadel of Saladin,
Mohammed Ali Mosque and the Hanging Church. At the end of your
sightseeing you shall venture out to the world famous Khan el Khalili
Bazaar for browsing and shopping. Dinner is at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Conrad Hotel. |
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21.10.10
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Cairo - Luxor
We have an early morning flight to Luxor and on arrival we have free
time before boarding our luxury cruise boat for lunch and time to
unpack for your four night cruise. Later we visit the grand Temple of
Luxor, which dominates the town and also the gigantic temple complex at
Karnak. Explore the mighty Temple of Amun with its mass obelisks,
pylons, colossi and courts. Plus marvel at the remains of the amazing
Avenue of the Sphinx, which once stretched between the Temples of
Karnak and Luxor. Later you return to the boat for dinner.
Accommodation: On board. |
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22.10.10
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Cruising: Luxor - Edfu
Today's highlight is a visit to the Valley of the Kings. Secluded in
the Theban Hills, it is where the New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in
dramatically shafted tombs built into the hillsides. Next onto the
breathtaking Deir el Bahri, Queen Hatshepsut's impressive temple. Later
you return to the ship and sail for Edfu.
Accommodation: On board. |
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23.10.10
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Cruising: Edfu - Kom-Ombo
This morning we visit Edfu to see Egypt's best preserved cult temple,
which was dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Then we continue our
tranquil cruise along the Nile arriving at Kom-Ombo. Why not relax on
deck and watch the villages on the banks of the river glide by? They
have changed little in a thousand years.
Accommodation: On board. |
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24.10.10
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Kom-Ombo - Aswan
Today we visit the roofless Temple of Kom-Ombo, which was built for the
falcon and crocodile gods. Next we cruise to Aswan where we take a
memorable Felucca ride across the Nile to visit the Botanical Gardens
on Kitchener's Island. The Felucca is the traditional craft of
Egyptians who have sailed in them down the centuries. An awesome sight
is a blood-red sunset, which is commonplace in Aswan, with the
distinctive sails of Felucca's silhouetted against the setting sun.
Accommodation: On board. |
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25.10.10
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Aswan - Cairo
After breakfast we disembark to explore the High Dam. Then we visit the
Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae and the massive unfinished
obelisk lying in the granite quarry nearby.
There is an optional tour where you can enjoy a once in a lifetime
opportunity on an excursion to the mighty Sun Temple of Abu Simbel,
flanked by four giant stone statues of Ramses II. The Temple was
reclaimed from the dam and reconstructed in its present and
unforgettable location. The cost of the tour is $335, including the
Aswan to Abu Simbel return air-fare.
You return to Cairo where you attend the Sound and Light Show in Giza.
Dinner is at the hotel.
Accommodation: Le Meridian Pyramids Hotel (Pyramid view rooms). |
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26.10.10
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Cairo - Alexandria
You drive to Alexandria via El Alamein this morning, site of
Montgomery's famous victory over Rommel's Afrika Corps. Dinner is at
the hotel.
Accommodation: Helnan Palestine Hotel. |
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27.10.10
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Alexandria
Your sightseeing tour today shows the Quitbay Forte, national Museum,
Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa and the Library. Tonight there will
be a farewell dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: Helnan Palestine Hotel. |
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28.10.10
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Alexandria - Cairo
After check-out you will be transferred back to Cairo where you will
have time to further explore the world famous Khan el Khalili Bazaar
for last minute shopping, or you may wish to take an optional excursion
to re-visit the Pyramids and then back to the hotel for dinner.
Accommodation: Helnan Palestine Hotel. |
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29.10.10
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Cairo - Singapore
After breakfast you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport.
Depart Cairo at 11.25am on SQ 493, arriving in Singapore at 5.45am the
next morning. |
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Singapore - Australia
Sydney passengers depart Singapore at 7.00am on SQ 233, arriving in
Sydney at 5.30pm.
Melbourne passengers depart Singapore at 9.55am on SQ 217, arriving in
Melbourne at 8.15pm.
Brisbane passengers depart Singapore at 9.55am on SQ 245, arriving in
Brisbane at 7.30pm. |
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Conditions
for Macleay Valley Travel's Egypt Tour
Deposits and
Payments
A non-refundable deposit of $400.00 per person is payable within 7 days
of booking. This deposit is not refundable should you later cancel. The
balance is payable 12 weeks prior to departure.
Refunds
and Cancellations
Cancellations after final payment will result in a refund limited to
whatever we can recoup from the airline.
Insurance
Adequate travel insurance is essential. We can arrange this for you if
desired and can offer excellent, comprehensive and reliable
cover.
Passports
All travellers require a current passport with at least 6 months left
on it at the end of the tour. Non-Australian passport holders require a
re-entry visa for Australia. Visas are required for Egypt at a cost of
$40 plus $30 processing fee.
Basic Tour
Price and Taxes -Air
taxes and fuel levies are included in the basic tour price, and as air
taxes and fuel levies change regularly the
exact amount will be advised at time of invoicing. At present air taxes
and fuel levies come to $550 for the standard tour. Total tour cost
may therefore change.
Breakaway
Fee
All fully inclusive prices are based on group travel and
any deviation from the set itinerary will incur a
breakaway fee.
Not
Included in the
Cost - Travel insurance, visas and all
items of a personal nature such as telephone calls, drinks, excess
baggage, tips, meals (except those specified in the itinerary), etc.
are not included in the cost. Similarly, credit card payments can only
be accepted if 2% is
added to
the price to help defray the heavy merchant fees charged to us by the
credit card companies.
Booking
through other Agents
As we keep the cost of out tours as low as possible, there is
insufficient margin for us to be able to pay commission to other travel
agents, so some bookings can only be accepted if the client pays the
other agent's commission. Macleay Valley Travel is a fully licensed
travel agent and as such any
monies paid to us are fully insured by the Travel Compensation Fund. We
are happy for any prospective traveller with us to check us out with
your local Consumer Affairs (fair trading) department. Similarly,
credit card payments can only be accepted if 2% is added to
the price to help defray the heavy merchant fees charged to us by the
credit card companies.
Health and
Fitness -
Macleay Valley Travel recommends that the passenger is reasonably
healthy and/or fit to participate in this tour. Persons with a
disability requiring special assistance must be accompanied by a
companion. Macleay Valley Travel and their representatives cannot
provide this service. Macleay Valley Travel reserves the right to
accept/decline or terminate a passenger's participation in the tour
under certain circumstances.
Limitation of
Liability
As Macleay Valley Travel acts only as agent for the Airlines, Hotels,
Coach Companies etc., providing accommodation, transportation and other
services, Macleay Valley Travel shall not be liable or responsible for
death or injury to any person or loss or damage to any property
including baggage arising out of or connection with any transportation,
accommodation or other services, or resulting directly or indirectly
from acts of God, fire, breakdown in machinery or equipment, acts of
Government or other authorities, de jure or defacto wars, whether
declared or not, hostilities, civil disturbances, strikes, riots,
thefts, epidemics, quarantines, medical or customs regulations, delays
or cancellations caused by changes in schedules or itinerary, or over
bookings or defaults or for any causes beyond Macleay Valley Travel's
control or any loss or damage resulting from improper or insufficient
passports, visas or other documents and neither Macleay Valley Travel,
and its servants or employees shall be or become liable or
responsible for any additional expenses or liability sustained or
incurred by the tour member as a result of the foregoing causes.
Macleay Valley Travel reserves the right to modify the itinerary or the
accommodation if circumstances make this necessary, provided that the
amended itinerary is of equal value or greater value than that of the
original program
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