The Nile & Red Sea Explorer 12 days

What's Included

• The services of Peregrine’s expert English-speaking local leader throughout the tour, and professional local guides at some sites.

• Sightseeing (including entrance fees where applicable): Cairo - Egyptian Museum, pyramids, Sphinx, Khan al-Khalili bazaar and Al Azhar Mosque; Valley of the Kings; Temple of Hatshepsut; Colossi of Memnon; Edfu; and Komombo.

• 3 nights on Peregrine's comfortable Nile riverboat, cruising from Aswan to Luxor, with sightseeing stops along the way.

• Boat excursion to the Temple of Isis on Philae Island.

• Horse-drawn carriage ride to the complex at Karnak.

• Full-day boat trip on the Red Sea.

• Air-conditioned sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan. Accommodation in a private, two-person sleeping berth with beds and linen, and an ‘airline-style’ dinner included.

• Free time to explore Cairo, Aswan, Luxor and the resort town of Hurghada.

• Arrival transfer.

Highlight of Highlights - Pick of the trip

On the Red Sea

Our resort in Hurghada is handily placed for relaxing on the beach. We also include a full-day boat trip on the Red Sea. Swim in the warm waters above colourful hard and soft coral reefs and among some 1,000 species of fish!

Accommodation, Transport & Meals

Transport

• Boat
• Horse-drawn carriages
• Private aircon bus
• Riverboat
• Sleeper train

Accommodation

• 7 nights Comfortable hotel
• 3 nights Riverboat
• 1 night Air-con sleeper train

Meals

• 11 breakfasts
• 3 lunches
• 4 dinners

Not Included

Flights, meals unless specified, drinks, departure taxes, visas, travel insurance, tips (see below), spending of a personal nature, optional sightseeing, departure transfer.

Optional Extras

• Abu Simbel - By Bus
  Approx US$80 (min 4 people)
• Abu Simbel - return flight from Aswan and entrance fee
  US$175-$300 (must be bought in Cairo)
• Aswan - Camel Ride (1 hour)
  Approx EGP75 pp (based on 4 people)
• Aswan - Felucca Sail
  Approx EGP25 (based 4 people)
• Aswan - Nubian Museum
  Approx EGP50 pp
• Cairo - Chephren or Mycerinus Entrance Fees
  Approx EGP35 pp
• Cairo - Egyptian Museum
  Approx EGP60 pp entrance only
• Cairo - Egyptian Museum (Mummy Room)
  Approx EGP100 pp entrance only
• Cairo - Great Pyramid Entrance Fee to Interior
  Approx EGP100 pp
• Luxor - entrance to Karnak Sound & Light Show
  Approx EGP100 pp
• Luxor - Luxor Museum entrance fee
  Approx EGP70pp
• Luxor - Luxor Temple entrance fee
  Approx EGP50 pp

Vaccinations

Vaccinations may be required or recommended for this trip so you should consult with your travel doctor to obtain the latest up to date information.

Remember, it is your responsibility to ensure that you obtain any vaccinations or preventative medicines for the countries you are visiting – or any which may be required by your home country upon your return

For travellers from Australia and New Zealand, we recommend the Travel Doctor-TMVC clinics (see www.traveldoctor.com.au or phone 1300 658 844 for an appointment in Australia). Travellers from countries other than Australia and New Zealand should contact similar organisations or their travel doctor for advice. General health and vaccination information is available to all travellers at
www.traveldoctor.com.au/travelreport. Some vaccines require more than one dose, so arrange for your visit at least 4-6 weeks before you travel.