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Travelers have been marveling at Egypt's wondrous antiquities
 for thousands of years - even the ancient Greeks and Romans were
awed by them. But today, a visit to Egypt is more than an
immersion into past glories - mud-brick villages sprout TV
antennae, stone and glass high-rises tower over ancient
monuments and pop music blaring from radios counterpoints the
call to prayer.
Although nearly all of Egypt is desert, the small part that
isn't - the valley of the Nile River - is vital to the nation
(95% of the population lives within a few miles of the Nile's
banks). Most tours of Egypt - except to desert oases - whether
by cruise, train, bus or a private car, never stray too far from
the river's shores.
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Fact File: |
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Location: |
Northern Africa,
bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Libya and
the Gaza Strip |
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Area: |
land: 995,450 sq
km water: 6,000 sq km |
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Capital: |
Cairo |
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Time Zone: |
2 hours ahead of
Greenwich Mean Time (+2 GMT). Daylight Saving Time
is observed from the last Friday in April to the
last Friday in September. |
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Currency: |
1 Egyptian pound =
7.41873 INR approximately |
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Language: |
Arabic (official),
English, French |
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Religion: |
Muslim (mostly Sunni)
94%, Coptic Christian and other 6% |
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Climate: |
There are basically two
seasons in Egypt: a relatively cool season that
lasts November-March (by far the better touring
season) and a hot season April-October. The Red Sea
coast has fewer extremes and is nice year-round.
October is a good month if you want to visit the
rest of the country off-season, when prices and
tourist crowds are low. During the other off-season
months, it is simply too hot to be enjoyable, though
the average humidity stays in the 7%-20% range. In
the spring (especially late March to early April),
sand and dust storms called
khamsin blow in and can reduce visibility
(sometimes even in Cairo) to less than 100 ft/30 m. |
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Clothing: |
Egypt is religious
country; therefore, modest dress is essential. Short
dresses should be avoided, particularly when
visiting religious sites such as mosques. |
Facts for the Traveler:
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Visas:
All visitors to Egypt, except nationals of Malta, South
Africa and Zimbabwe are required to have a visa and a
passport (which must be valid at least one week beyond
period of intended stay). Visas can be arranged through
Egyptian embassies worldwide. Visitors from US,
Canada, EU and GCC countries may be able to purchase a
visa stamp upon arrival at many large airports if the
visit is for tourist purposes. One-month visitor's visas
can be extended.
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Health
risks: schistosomiasis (bilharzia) (Don't paddle in
the Nile!).
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7
Nights / 8 Days - Egypt Tour Package |
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Day 1: Mon
Arrive Cairo |
On arrival at the Cairo International Airport, you will be assisted by our representative and will be taken directly to your Hotel by Air Conditioned Vehicle. After Check-in, time for wash and Change, Indian Lunch at a Restaurant. Evening visit to Khan El- Khalili Bazaar- Has a reputation of being the largest Bazaar in the MiddleEast.Coptic Cairo.Evening Sound & Light show at Giza.Indian Dinner at a Restaurant Overnight at hotel.
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Day 2 : Tue
Cairo |
After breakfast at the Hotel, directly proceed by air conditioned vehicle with Egyptologist for a full day tour of Cairo, visiting the following: Great Pyramids- One of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Lord of the Sphinx- Creature carved from natural bedrock with the head of a man and body of a lion.
The Egyptian Museum- Oldest and largest collection of ancient Egyptian Artifacts.
Indian Lunch at a Restaurant.
Indian Dinner at a Restaurant.
Back to hotel and stay overnight.
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Cairo Churches |
Kom Ombo Temple |
Philae Temple |
Edfu Temple |
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Day 03 : Wed
Cairo – Aswan Overnight train |
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for half day tour to visit Old Cairo Churches [There are 7 churches over there].Lunch at Indian Restaurant.Free at your own till your transfer to Cairo railway station to board overnight train to Aswan.Overnight on Board.
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Felucca on the Nile |
Valley of Kings |
Hatsheput Temple |
colossi of memnon |
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Day 04 Thurs :
Aswan – Nile Cruise |
Arrive Aswan. Meet and assist , directly transfer by air conditioned vehicle to Nile Cruise . After dropping the luggage proceed for sightseeing tour of the following.Felucca Ride around the Island
Philae Temple ,High Dam Transfer back to Nile Cruise , Lunch on board the Cruise.Dinner and overnight on board the Nile Cruise at Aswan.
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Day 05 Fri :
Nile Cruise |
Breakfast on Board.Morning free. Optional visit to Abu Simble by coach.
In the afternoon sail to Kom Ombo, visitng Kom Ombo Temple.Sail to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on Board the Nile Cruise
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Day 06 Sat :
Nile Cruise |
Breakfast on Board.On arrival at Edfu , visit Edfu Temple with Egyptologist.Lunch on Board , sail to Luxor according to the opening of Esna Lock.Dinner and overnight on Board the Cruise.
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Day 07 Sun :
Nile Cruise – Luxor station |
Disembarkation after breakfast.Direct transfer by air conditioned vehicle for visitng the West Bank of Luxor including Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon.After sightseeing lunch at a Restaurant. Later transfer to Luxor station . Board overnight train to Cairo. Dinner on Board.Overnight on Board.
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Day 08 Mon :
Cairo / Chennai Departure |
Arrive Cairo station . Breakfast . Transfer to Cairo airport , board your onward flight to Chennai.
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For more details, call +91 94443 93596 |
Package Cost:
Tour Price Per adult on twin sharing basis : Rs.59900/-
Child below 12 years with extra bed : Rs.41500/-
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Cost Includes:
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Round trip economy class air fare on any airline Ex Chennai
Egypt tourist visa fees All transfers in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor by air-conditioned vehicles. -
02 nights accommodation in a 4 * hotel - Cairo with breakfast
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Full day tour Cairo: Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum.
Full day tour Cairo: Coptic Cairo and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. 01 night on board the train from Cairo to Aswan with breakfast & dinner. 01 night on board the train from Luxor to Cairo with breakfast & dinner. All Meals as per the Itinerary 03 nights Cruise on Full board basis including all sightseeing tours as indicated Aswan: Felucca Ride around the Island, High Dam & Philae Temple Kom Ombo Temple Edfu Temple Luxor: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon. Excellent English Speaking Guide during sightseeing tour.
Tour Cost
Excludes:
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Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone charges, mineral water etc
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Usage of Mini Bar
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Tips and Porterage
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Any meals other than specified
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Entrance fee inside the great Pyramid, second or third Pyramid
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Solar Boat in Pyramids’ area.
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Entrance fee inside the Mummies’ room in the Egyptian Museum
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•Any increase in the airfare , airport taxes which may come into effect prior to the departure
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Any other items not specified in Tour Includes
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