Great African Journeys
The Best of Egypt and Tanzania

Experience the wonders of the Nile Kingdom and Ancient Egypt , and a Foray into Tanzania . A journey to the true heart of Africa . Spectacular journey to to the heart of Africa , and appreciate the natural beauty of some of the greatest, most pristine wilderness areas in Africa.

Tour Starts Weekly in Cairo Year Round - Add Victoria Falls

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The 17 day Tanzania & Kenya
Kenya & Egypt

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This is truly an experience for those who have been dreaming to see and enjoy the ultimate African Safari at an affordable price. This combination of cosmopolitan Cairo , a Nile Cruise and the Safari Adventure is a diverse itinerary offering an array of Egypt and Africa finest travel experiences. Join us on and experience Africa the way it was meant to be seen . 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.

SUGGESTED ITINERARY

DAY 01 , Monday - CAIRO
Arrive at Cairo Airport. Our ground staff will meet you at the airport. A welcome fruit basket with our compliments awaits you at your room at the hotel. Egyptian & Arabic sweets & Hot Tea or coffee. Hotel:
Grand Hyatt . Conrad. Semiramis Inter.Continental or Nile Hilton . Visa fee is included & issued upon arrival for the following passports : American, Australian, EU , Canadian, Singaporean , and Japanese. Your passport must be valid at and in order

DAY 2 - CAIRO- Sailing on the Nile - Tuesday (cBLD)
Today we see Cairo's major sights: the Egyptian Museum, including the Mummies Room. We'll continue to Royal Manial Palace of former Crown Prince Mohamed Ali , on to the Coptic Museum, and the Church of Abu Sergha, and the Beni Ezra Synagogue. We'll see where,according to the legend, Moses was found along the banks of the Nile. We'll take our lunch at a local restaurant.
Enjoy a 30 minute felucca sailing on the Nile to see Cairo from a different angle before we head back to Khan El Khalil Bazaar district for a walking tour of 12-Century , old quarter

DAY 3 -Wednesday- ASWAN, Camel Caravan! (BLD)
After a very early breakfast at the hotel . We fly to Aswan around 6 AM and board our Nile cruiser to drop luggage , and off we go to tour the mighty Aswan dams , followed by a trip by motor launch to the Island temple of Philae , dedicated to the Ancient Goddess ISIS :

The Mystery of Isis

Two millennia ago the Mediterranean world was enthralled by the mystery of Isis:

"I, Isis, am all that has been, that is or shall be; no mortal man hath ever seen me unveiled."

Called Aset by the ancient Egyptians, the goddess was a Madonna in the Mediterranean tradition that stretches far, far back to the primitive Mother Goddess from Anatolia, home to some of the oldest human communities on earth.

Isis was the powerful and quick-witted protector of her son Horus, the Sun God. Ancient peoples throughout the Mediterranean regarded Isis and Horus as the perfect Madonna and Child. Another legend says she was
also the mother of the fertility god Min who, judging from the depiction of him on temple walls, needed no help from Viagra!

Because of her wisdom and skill at protection, she was admired as a good magician capable of healing the sick and protecting the dead in their journey to the Underworld.

Isis is portrayed regally, as a queen seated on a throne (which may be the meaning of her name), often holding her son Horus as a baby. Other images show her with broad, magnificent gilded wings able to protect the world.

Isis, the great Mother Goddess. Come explore her mystery in timeless Egypt when you Travel in Style!

Return to the cruise 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, and maybe enjoy a cup of tea with the local Nubians . You may wish to bring some pencils as give away to the children.

The Lounge on board the deluxe Movenpick Radamis Nile Cruise

DAY 4 - Thursday / ASWAN & KOM OMBO (BLD)
Sail downstream to Kom Ombo to visit its twin temples of Haroeris, the sun god, and Sobek, the crocodile god

DAY 5 - Friday / EDFU / ESNA Locks (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 Locks ( expect delays going through the locks ) . Evening finds us in Luxor.

DAY 6 - Saturday / LUXOR / Cairo (BLD)
After breakfast - we check-out - Luggage stored on board .
We proceed to explore the Pharaohs capital for 20 centuries

Today's tour include as well a visit to the Valley of the Kings including Tut-Ank-Amon's tomb , temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, and Colossi of Memnon, returning to our Nile cruiser for lunch. Following lunch aboard, we visit the great Temple of Luxor, and the gigantic Great Temple of Amon at Karnak, returning to our vessel for lunch ( or served at one of the top deluxe hotels in Luxor), dinner is included at the hotel in Cairo .
Fly back to Cairo and your hotel . If you prefer to combine with Hurgada /El-Gouna on the Red Sea , please click here.

DAY 7 - SUNDAY / GIZA Memphis , Sakkara, Dahshour
Evening departure to Nairobi (aBLD)
American breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we visit the majestic pyramids of Giza and the timeless Sphinx. You need to be in your best of health if you wish to wonder into the heart of the Great Pyramid , a complimentary ticket on the house to enter the King's Chamber in the heart of the Great Pyramid (sometimes it 's closed for repairs, lighting or ventilation systems, in which case you will enter the Kephren Pyramid), after lunch, we tour the Dahshour Pyramids field. Before heading back to the hotel for dinner. Evening transfer to the airport to board Egyptair ( free upgrade to Business class subject to availability) flight for Nairobi.

Day 8 : Arrival in Nairobi- Monday

Welcome to Africa! Look forward to a journey through majestic, unspoiled landscapes to fabulous game reserves where the dark continent’s incomparable wildlife is protected in its natural habitat. Settle into your hotel, then maybe shop for a stylish safari outfit. An afternoon orientation drive takes you through Kenya’s modern, mile-high capital to the area of Karen Blixen’s farm at the foot of the Ngong Hills. Visit the fascinating MUSEUM dedicated to the author of Out of Africa; feed the gentle Rothschild’s Giraffes at the GIRAFFE CENTER; finally, admire authentic African art and crafts at UTAMADUNI. Tonight a short briefing about the safari routine. Later enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Accommodations : Nairobi Serena Hotel ( D )

Day 9 : Tarangire National Park - Tuesday
Depart in the early morning from Nairobi to Tarangire National Park, via Arusha. Tarangire is a lovely and tranquil park named after the river whose permanent waters attract game throughout the year.
Accommodations : Tarangire Tented Camp/Sopa Lodge ( B L D )

Day 10 : Ngorongoro Crater - Wednesday
Our morning game viewing excursion will yield a diverse array of species. Set to a backdrop of baobab trees are large concentrations of elephant, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, kudu, gazelle, impala, eland and others. After lunch, we drive to Africa's Great Rift Valley caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater.
Accommodations : Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge ( B L D )

Day 11 : Ngorongoro Crater - Thursday
Our full day game drive with a picnic lunch in Africa's "Garden of Eden" begins as we descend 2,000 feet to the Ngorongoro Crater floor. The diverse terrain of this 102 square mile basin supports a year round population of over 30,000 animals.
Accommodations : Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge ( B L D )

Day 12 : Nairobi - Departure - Friday
After breakfast, we return to Arusha for lunch, then continue the drive back to Nairobi. Dayrooms are reserved. Transfer to the airport . End of our service . Bon Voyage
Accommodations : Nairobi Dayroom ( B L )

Your tour includes:

• Air fare : CAIRO/ NAIROBI , including tax in economy class with free upgrade to business class subject to availability at the time you book .
  
  
• All airport hotel cruise transfers.

• Deluxe accommodations as shown in itinerary.
  
  
• Five days deluxe Nile Cruise, with all meals & shore excursions.

Our rate includes the air fare on Egyptair Cairo Nairobi , in economy class, with possible free upgrade to business class subject to availability.
Weekly departures , year round ( Dec 20-Jan 3, supplement : 15 % )

NOT INCLUDED:

• Any international air fare from/to your home country.
• Any airport departure taxes.
• Passport and visa fees for Kenya and Tanzania
• Travel insurance, please ask us for the flyer.
  
• 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.
  
  
  
• General info on : Airport departure taxes: ( Subject to change without notice)
  
  Botswana P45pp, Zimbabwe Departure Tax US$20 pp payable in cash - NB No US$100 notes accepted, Zambia US$20pp, Mauritius Rs400pp, South African Airport tax R34pp for domestic departures, South African Airport for regional departures R77pp, South African Airport tax for international departures R100pp, South African Government tax for regional departures R50pp, South African Government tax for international departures R100pp, (these South African taxes should be included in the cost of your ticket).
  
  
  

• Medical expenses, medical insurance ( passenger must show proof of insurance or ask for the flyer to be mailed).
  
  
  
  
• Please note that tipping is discretionary, however, the following guidelines are provided: $5-$10 per day for professional safari guides; $3-$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 - $2-$5); restaurant waiters/waitresses - 10% of bill; hotel housekeeping - $2 per day.

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
Weekly departures on Mondays year round , or arrive any day for a private tour , supplement applies ( minimum 2 guests is required ) .

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