From Cairo to Cape Town

Experience the Best of Egypt and South Africa in 15 days

Combine with Petra, Jordan ? or add Dubai and the UAE
or with Tunisia and South Africa

The best of Egypt , a good look at Cairo and a 5-day cruise along the Nile, then on to South Africa.
Then embark on thrilling game drives near Botswana's remote Limpopo River to South Africa's most cosmopolitan city on Table Bay, Cape Town, let us introduce you to the land…South of the Limpopo

This is truly an experience for those who have been dreaming to see and enjoy the ultimate African tour from Cairo all the way to Cape Town. This combination of cosmopolitan Cape Town , and the Safaris. a true diverse itinerary offering an array of Southern Africa's finest travel experiences. Add Victoria Falls.

Cost per person from Cairo
Deluxe Hotels and Nile Cruise
Business Class Air Fare within Egypt

Cost per person from Cairo
First Class - Four Stars Hotels and Nile Cruise
Economy Class Air Fare within Egypt

DAY 1 - CAIRO Tour Starts Weekly in Cairo - Sunday
Our representative greets you at the airport with a sign that carries your name and whisks you to your hotel. Visa may be issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport for a limited number of nationalities such as : Australian, NZ, American, EU , Canadian & Japanese citizens. You are responsible for having your passport in order valid at least for 6 month beyond the date of your arrival in Cairo, no photos required, please pay the $15 in cash upon arrival or in Euros. Our local rep. will meet you with a sign after you exit the terminal. Transfers are on a private basis in Egypt. Private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur.
Sample deluxe hotels : Inter.Continental . Sheraton. Hilton or similar. First Class : Novotel or similar

DAY 2 - CAIRO- Monday (BLD)
Private air-conditioned Vehicle. Private Chauffeur . Private Egyptologist.
On your first full day in Egypt we show you the Egyptian Museum, the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Citadel of Saladin, and the Mohammed Ali Mosque, made of alabaster. Lunch at a local restaurant. Hyatt Dinner cruise and folk show.

DAY 3 - ASWAN, ( or Luxor) - Board Your Nile Cruise - Tuesday (BLD)
We fly to Aswan ( or Luxor) and board our Nile cruiser in time for a delicious lunch. Complimentary welcome fruit basket awaits you in your cabin. In the afternoon we enjoy a leisurely sail by graceful felucca on the Nile. Only for those who are interested: a short camel caravan & ride for almost half an hour to visit a local Nubian Village. Sample Nile Cruise or similar ; Deluxe : Movenpick Radamis II( Luxor), Movenpick Royal Lotus ( Aswan ) or similar .
First : Presidential Admiral / Symphony , or similar

DAY 4 - ASWAN - KOM OMBO -Wednesday (BLD)
First we tour new Nubian Museum then the awesome Aswan dams, and next an ancient granite quarry complete with an unfinished obelisk. Then we go by motor launch to the island temples of Philae. Re-embarking on our Nile cruiser, we sail downstream to Kom Ombo to visit its twin temples.

DAY 5 - EDFU - ESNA - Thursday (BLD)
We moor in Edfu, climb aboard horse-drawn carriages, and clip-clop through the town to the Temple of Horus, Egypt's best-preserved temple. Re-embarking, we cruise to Esna and its great temple dedicated to Khnum, the creator-god. Evening finds us in Luxor.

DAY 6 - LUXOR- Friday (BLD)
We tour today as well the magnificent tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the great temple of Queen Hatshepsut, on to Medinet Habu , the Ramesseum and the Ancient Workers Village, we stop at the Colossi of Memnon on the way back to our cruise.

DAY 7 - LUXOR - CAIRO - Saturday (BL)
The gigantic Great Temple of Amon at Karnak, and the mighty Temple of Luxor are our goals in the morning, followed by a return flight to Cairo. In the afternoon, wander through the city on your own, or do your last-minute shopping. Lunch in Luxor or Cairo depending on the flight confirmation. Flying business class while in Egypt subject to availability at the time you book with us.

Day 8 - Sunday -- CAIRO- Johannesburg , South Africa
Our representative escorts you to the airport for your Egyptair flight very early in the morning.
Arrive Johannesburg in AM. Flying in business class , tax included : Cairo JNB. Airport transfers are always on a private basis . Private air-conditioned vehicle, private chauffeur.
You're transferred to Mount Grace Hotel, one of the finest country hotels in South Africa. Set in hills surrounding Rietpoort Valley, it is home to abundant bird life, cascading waterfall, stone-age relics, and a 400-year-old olive tree. Guests are welcomed with tasteful furnishings and impeccable service. Mount Grace (D)

Days 9 through 11, Monday to Wednesday
Mashatu, Botswana - This morning, board safari flight to Mashatu Game Reserve. At the confluence of Limpopo and Shashe Rivers is Tuli Enclave, a diverse region ranging from savannas to forests to open plains. In open four-wheel-drive land cruisers, experienced Tswana rangers and trackers provide guests with unequaled close-up game- viewing and photographic opportunities. Night game drives dinners overlooking lighted watering hole offer unique views of bush life. Mashatu Main Camp (BLD)

Day 12 - Thursday -- Cape Town
Board morning safari flight to Johannesburg and connect with onward flight to Cape Town. On arrival, you are transferred to the Radisson Granger Bay Hotel - home for the next three nights. The hotel is located next to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Radisson Granger Bay Hotel (B)

Cape Town Water Front

Day 13 - Friday -- Cape Point / Peninsula Tour

Travel coastal road that hugs the cold Atlantic Ocean to Hout Bay, a former fishing community that is a popular residential area. But it still retains charm of days past. Continue south to Cape Point in the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, where the Atlantic and the Indian oceans meet. Return along the Indian Ocean coast road. Visit a colony of penguins at Boulders Beach. Drive through Simonstown naval base to Kalk Bay. Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, one of Africa's finest gardens. Radisson Granger Bay Hotel (BL)

Day 14 - Saturday - Cape Town /Johannesburg
Fly back to Johannesburg & Mount Grace Hotel, one of the finest country hotels in South Africa. (B)

Day 15 - Saturday - Departure
Early morning transfer to JNB Airport . End of our service . Bon Voyage (B)
Combine with Sanbona Wild Game Reserve, Franschhoek , Hermanus and the legendary The Twelve Apostles Hotel .

Remember because there is limited space on the safari vehicle, ONE medium sized bag (soft luggage preferred) is allowed on the safari vehicle per person, plus your carry on

INCLUDED:

• Airfare from Cairo to Johannesburg , in business class for Deluxe hotel category , but in economy class for first class hotel category with tax included
  
  
• All airfares in business class within Egypt for deluxe hotel category , but economy class air fare for first class hotel category , with all taxes included .
  
• All transfers within Egypt and South Africa on a private basis. .
  
• Hotel accommodation with tax & service charges.
  
• Nile Cruise with all meals and shore excursions.
  
• Preset menu meals including B = Breakfast, (or cB, Continental Breakfast) L = Lunch, D = Dinner

• Internal Airfare - Johannesburg - Mashatu - Johannesburg - Cape Town.
  
• Daily accommodations as shown in the itinerary & all hotel taxes and service charges
  
• All hotel /airport transfers as indicated
  
• Transportation in air-conditioned coaches
  
• Game drives in open 4-wheel drive safari vehicles, conducted by experienced Tswana rangers and trackers Spotlight game drives at night
  
• Game walks accompanied by experienced Tswana ranger and tracker
  
• All sightseeing, game viewing, entrance fees and park fees as indicated in the itinerary.

Safaris Highlights

• Overnight at the elegant Mount Grace Hotel
• 3 nights at luxurious Mashatu Main Camp, Mala Mala's sister property in Botswana on wildlife-rich Limpopo River
• Mashatu Game Reserve hosts the largest concentration of elephants in the world on private land , with more than 700 elephants.
• Tour Cape Town in relaxed style with 3 nights in a luxury oceanfront hotel.
• Beautiful scenic drive to Cape Point Cape Peninsula, where Indian and Atlantic oceans meet.
• View dramatic Cape of Good Hope, landmark for explorers of all sorts for more than three centuries.
• Visit world-renown Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens with a specialist guide.

NOT INCLUDED:

• Any international airport departure taxes.
  
  
• Excess baggage charges, shipping charges, and other items of a personal nature such as gratuities to drivers and guides, porters, telephone/telex/fax charges, laundry, and beverages.

• Passport and visa fees .
  
• Egyptian visa may be issued upon arrival at Cairo Airport for a limited number of nationalities such as : Australian, NZ, American, EU , Canadian & Japanese citizens. You are responsible for having your passport in order valid at least for 6 month beyond the date of your arrival in Cairo, no photos required, please pay the $15 in cash upon arrival or in Euros. Our local rep. will meet you with a sign after you exit the terminal.
  
  
• Excess baggage charges, shipping charges, and other items of a personal nature such as gratuities to drivers and guides, porters, telephone/telex/fax charges, laundry, and beverages.

• Airport departure taxes: South African Airport tax .
  
• Personal expenses including but not limited to beverages, laundry, communication costs, excess baggage fees (baggage is restricted to 26 lbs (Modify as required) per person in a soft sided bag where charter flights are included) ·
  
• Traveler's insurance (the purchase of travel insurance is suggested to protect your investment in case of unanticipated curtailment or cancellation of your tour).
  
• Medical expenses, medical insurance ( passenger must show proof of insurance ).
  
  

• Any sightseeing, safari activities, meals, or other activities not specified in the itinerary or indicated as optional.
  
  
• Please note that tipping is discretionary, however, the following guidelines are provided: $10 per day for professional safari guides; $5 per day for camp staff, e.g. waiters, housekeepers, which is a communal tip that is shared among the staff); porters - $1; driver/guides $5); restaurant waiters/waitresses - 10% of bill; hotel housekeeping - $2 per day.

• Private touring on board the cruise: Please add $ 250 per person for the full cruise/shore excursions.

Prices are subject to change due to currency fluctuations, increase in fuel prices, or other fees imposed by the government or tourism industry not within our control.
DEPARTURE DATES: Terms and conditions as per our web site & our brochures. More Safari Tips.

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Trip Reviews: What other guests say about our services :
Adrian and Melina

-------- Original Message --------
From: "Adrian"
Sent: Monday, September 24, 2:04 PM
To: omar@travelinstyle.com, Subject: We're Back!

We just wanted to let you know we made it back home after our weeklong detour through Italy. Athens was fantastic. The tours were very good, and short of heading out to the islands, I can't think of a single thing we would have rather done while there.



Although we had an excellent time in Athens, Egypt was by far the highlight of our entire trip, including Italy. We just can't say enough
about Ahmed, Isis, Ashraf, and all our drivers. We simply could not have done the trip without their help. Ahmed was very professional, courteous, and helpful, and always went out of his way to make sure we were where we needed to be at the right time. Our Egyptologist guides, Isis and Ashraf, were both very knowledgeable and made our visit so much better with their endless supply of information. We wore out both days long before they did. We will definitely try to come back to Egypt when we have more time to spend.



Thank you so much for arranging the trip, allowing us to customize what we needed to, and putting us in touch with such good people. And please find attached pictures of us enjoying a camel ride. :-)



Adrian & Melina