Family holiday in Egypt
| country: | Egypt |
| location: | Nile Cruises, Pyramids |
| departures: | 2008: 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 20 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec 2009: 7 Feb, 14 Feb, 4 Apr, 11 Apr, 18 Apr, 23 May, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 17 Oct, 24 Oct, 12 Dec, 19 Dec, 26 Dec |
| price: | From £939 (8 days) per adult & £889 per child including flights from UK. Can also be booked without flights. |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
An amazing river journey through the Land of the Pharaohs
Pyramids & Riverboat Cruise
Your discovery of this ancient land begins in Cairo, where you’ll visit the famous Egyptian Museum, home of Tutankhamun’s gold. Next you cross the Nile to see the amazing Pyramids at Giza before taking the overnight train south to Aswan, gateway to Nubia and Africa beyond. In Aswan step aboard your river boat for the classic river journey to Luxor. On the three-night cruise you’ll pass biblical scenes of farmers in flowing robes ploughing fields with oxen and stop to explore the impressive temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo.
Luxor & Cairo
Once in Luxor your journey into history continues with a visit to the legendary Valley of the Kings and a carriage ride to the stunning Karnak Temple. In the evening there’s time for a stroll along the corniche to see the sails of the feluccas silhouetted against the banks of the Nile, or an atmospheric visit to floodlit Luxor Temple (optional). Flying north you’ll return to Cairo for a last day of sightseeing, optional trips or some last-minute shopping and haggling in one of the myriad bazaars.
Pyramids & Riverboat Cruise
Your discovery of this ancient land begins in Cairo, where you’ll visit the famous Egyptian Museum, home of Tutankhamun’s gold. Next you cross the Nile to see the amazing Pyramids at Giza before taking the overnight train south to Aswan, gateway to Nubia and Africa beyond. In Aswan step aboard your river boat for the classic river journey to Luxor. On the three-night cruise you’ll pass biblical scenes of farmers in flowing robes ploughing fields with oxen and stop to explore the impressive temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo.
Luxor & Cairo
Once in Luxor your journey into history continues with a visit to the legendary Valley of the Kings and a carriage ride to the stunning Karnak Temple. In the evening there’s time for a stroll along the corniche to see the sails of the feluccas silhouetted against the banks of the Nile, or an atmospheric visit to floodlit Luxor Temple (optional). Flying north you’ll return to Cairo for a last day of sightseeing, optional trips or some last-minute shopping and haggling in one of the myriad bazaars.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Fly to Cairo |
| Day 2: | Cairo; visit Pyramids & Egyptian Museum; sleeper train to Aswan |
| Day 3: | Join riverboat and begin cruise |
| Day 4-5: | Cruise via Edfu & Kom Ombo temples |
| Day 6: | Arrive Luxor; sightseeing to the Valley of the Kings & Karnak by calesh |
| Day 7: | Fly to Cairo; free to explore, shopping or optional trips |
| Day 8: | Fly to London |
travellers' tales
The most memorable part of our holiday were camel riding, seeing the Pyramids and the Nile boat trip. (more)
small group family holiday
This is a 'small group family adventure' - typically you will join several other families and travel in a group of approx. 16 people. The trips are great value and a great way for you and your children to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of time to yourselves. Most adventure kids tend to be aged between 7 and 15, but some are younger (minimum age 5) and some older (perhaps travelling as part of a larger family group). Please check with the operator to confirm the minimum age for this trip how this holiday makes a difference
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On this trip: We have joined forces with the Sunshine International Project, Luxor, to assist in providing education and a home for children in Egypt. You will have the opportunity to visit the home during your stay in Luxor, and meet the 47 residents - aged between two months and 11 years old. You’ll be assured of a cheery welcome! If you would like to give a gift they would be delighted to receive the following; pyjamas, disposable nappies, milk formula & baby shampoo. All of these goods are available to buy cheaply locally (helping the local economy) and your group leader will be able to advise on where to buy things.
If you’d like to make a visit to the Sunshine project please speak to your leader shortly before arrival in Luxor and they will help you to make the necessary arrangements. Please note however that depending upon day to day events in the home, a visit to the project is not always possible. Our Responsible Travel Code: Clients who travel with us will automatically receive a copy of our Responsible Travel leaflet. This contains details and advice on how you can make a positive difference when you travel. If you would like a copy in advance of travel please contact us. Charity Partnerships: We work in partnership with Plan International. Plan works with some of the world’s poorest communities where three out of four children die before the age of five. We also support Friends of Conservation – an international charity committed to working with local people to develop a balance between their needs and the wildlife with which they share the natural habitat and ecosystems. Carbon Balancing: Global warming is a real issue and is a direct result of your travel. We have teamed up with Climate Care to give you the opportunity to offset the carbon emissions from your flight. You’ll be asked upon booking if you want to donate – with set amounts from £5. As a company we offset the carbon emissions from all staff travel in full. Our Foundation: We’ve highlighted a few of the ways in which we offer our support, financially or otherwise, and now you can, too. We have set up our own foundation, which will administer funds donated by you. A small donation of £1 per person will be taken when booking a holiday and that money will be put to good use by one of our carefully selected projects. If you don’t want to make the donation, just tell us when you book. |
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