Egypt
Though Egypt is one of the most populous countries in Africa and the Middle East, due to its aridity, the population is concentrated along the narrow Nile Valley and Delta, while the large areas of the Sahara Desert are sparsely inhabited. The northernmost city and the second largest - Alexandria, was the historic setting for the stormy relationship between Cleopatra and Mark Antony. Also the center of learning in the ancient world, places to visit here include the National Museum, Catacomb, Roman Theater, Pompey’s Pillar and Montazah gardens.
Cairo, the capital of Egypt is the largest city. Due to the high population density, it is chaotic, noisy, polluted and totally unpredictable, with mud-brick houses leaning up against towering modern office blocks and flashy cars crowding donkey-drawn carts. The sheer intensity of the city will either seduce or appal the visitor, but this is routine for the locals who live in such close proximity to millennia of history (when the smog lifts, the Pyramids appear). One of the seven wonders of the world, the Pyramids of Giza, with their extraordinary geometry and age, are the planet's oldest tourist attraction. These amazing architectural accomplishments are part of a massive necropolis or burial site. The Sphinx sits nearby, a 50m-long feline character carved from a single block of stone. Other interesting places in the area include the Egyptian Museum (containing more than 120,000 relics from almost every period of ancient Egyptian history) and Khan El Khalili Bazaars (market in the old city selling good-quality clothing, cloth, spices, souvenirs, traditional jewelry, perfumes and housing several coffee houses that serve Arabic coffee and offer shishas). Not to be missed is the experience of cruising along the river Nile in a cruise boat, visiting a wider variety of antiquities and seeing the rural life as villages pass by.
The southern city of Luxor contains numerous ancient artifacts, such as the Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatchepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon. Halfway from Luxor, travelling downsouth along the Nile, one comes across the majestic Edfu Temple along its banks, dedicated to Horus. Kon Ombo temple, the town's ruined yet imposing Graeco-Roman temple is in a particularly beautiful setting overlooking the Nile. Egypt's sunniest and southernmost city, on the banks of the massive artificial reservoir - Lake Nasser - has a distinct African atmosphere. Aswan's three attractions are the Philae Temple (perched on a beautiful island, 500 m from its original site and dedicated to goddess Isis), High Dam (an engineering marvel, constructed to contain the waters of the Nile to irrigate the farms nearby) and the unfinished Obelisque (when a crack appeared, the construction was stopped). The twin temples of Abu Simbel stand on the western banks of Lake Nasser.
Temperatures in Egypt average between 80 °F (27 °C) and 90 °F (32 °C) in summer, with the south wind Khamaseen bringing in sand and dust and raising the temperature in the desert to more than 100 °F (38 °C). Temperatures average between 55 °F (13 °C) and 70 °F (21 °C) in winter, and some areas receive a little rain. The rise in sea levels due to global warming threatens Egypt’s densely populated coastal strip
Enchanting Egypt - 7 days / 6 nights
Day 01 : Cairo Arrival at Cairo International Airport, greeted by our representative who will assist the group through immigration and customs formalities. Transfer by our deluxe coach to your hotel for check-in.Evening Sound and Light Show at Pyramids. Overnight at hotel in Cairo
Day 02: CairoFull day visit of the Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum and Khan El Khalili Bazaars. Overnight at hotel in Cairo.
Day 03: Aswan/Nile Cruise Early morning, check-out after breakfast, transfer to Cairo Domestic Airport to take your flight to Aswan. Arrival at Aswan airport, greeted by Travco representative and transfer to Nile cruise for check-in. Visit the Philae Temple, High Dam and unfinished Obelisque. Overnight in Aswan.
Day 04 : Nile Cruise Sail to Kom Ombo, visit Kom Ombo Temple. Sail to Edfu and visit Edfu Temple. Sail to Luxor.
Day 05: Nile Cruise A.M. Visit Valley of Kings, Queen Hatchepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon. P.M. Visit Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple. Overnight on cruise board.
Day 06: Nile Cruise/LuxorCheck-out after breakfast. Transfer to Luxor airport to take your flight to Cairo. Arrival Cairo Domestic Airport, greeted by our representative and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at hotel in Cairo
Day 07: CairoCheck-out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure. End of Program
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Remarks: The Nile Cruise program can be changed without prior notice due to navigational/operational circumstances. The cruise sails on specific dates from Luxor and Aswan . On some days it is a 4 night sailing from Luxor in that case your standard itinerary will be a 7 night /8 day itinerary
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Greece
Athens, the capital of Greece, is a great 'walking city', with bustling outdoor cafes, pedestrian streets that wind through the city's ancient sites, the Acropolis, various museums, ancient temples and gardens. At the southernmost tip of the Attica peninsula is Cape Sounion, renowned for the ruins of the ancient Greek temple of Poseidon. In the heart of the mainland is Central Greece, the most mountainous district, with a rich and distinctive history. Located here is the modern-town of Delphi, home to the Oracle of Apollo, considered to be the centre of earth in ancient Greece.
The Saronic Gulf in Aegean Sea is home to the Saronic Islands, main ones being Hydra island and island of Spetses. Famous for sea battles in the past and having played an important part in the war of independence, these islands today make excellent sea resorts. Greece's playground, the upscale island of Myconos, is one of the top holiday destinations in the world. Delos Island in the Aegean Sea has two major claims to fame - it was the birthplace of the Greek gods Apollo and Artemis and it was the place after which the Delian League was named because the treasury for the league was kept at Delos. Delos and Myconos islands are part of the Cyclades group of islands. The southernmost of the group - Santorini - is a small, circular archipelago of volcanic islands, about 200 kms south-east of the mainland. Essentially what remains of an enormous volcanic explosion on one island, the geological formation is known for its spectacular physical beauty, and along with a dynamic nightlife, has made the island one of Europe's tourist hot spots. Often cited as an example of the healthy Mediterranean diet, the cuisine of Greece has influences from Italian, Balkan and Middle Eastern cuisine. Greek cuisine incorporates fresh ingredients into a variety of local dishes such as moussaka, stifado, Greek Salad, spanakopita and the world famous Souvlaki.
Greece generally has mild wet winters and hot dry summers. Winter temperatures can be severe in the mountains and even Athens can get viciously cold. Conditions are perfect between Easter and mid-June - beaches and ancient sites are relatively uncrowded and accommodation is cheaper and easier to find than in the mid-June to end of August, which is high season
Indulgence Greece - 8 days / 7 nights
Day 01 Arrive in Athens, airport pick up by tour operator. Coach to hotel in Athens. Dinner at hotel and free time to walk around or rest. Day 02 Acropolis and museum, lunch in Monastiraki. Dinner at Greek taverna in Plaka accompanied by traditional Greek music and entertainment. Day 03 Excursion to Cape Sounion, followed by lunch. Dinner at Indian restaurant. Day 04 Excursion to Delphi, center of the ancient world, by luxury coach bus Tour site and the museum, Lunch at hotel in Delphi. Drive through the beautiful village of Arahova and through central Greece. Overnight stay in Kalambaka. Dinner at the hotel. Day 05 Spend the day at Meteora, where you will see beautiful, medieval monasteries perched on breathtakingly unique rock formations. Lunch at a Greek taverna. Return to Athens in the evening. Dinner at hotel. Day 06 Early coach bus to marina for a 2 day cruise around the Saronic Gulf on a chartered motor yacht with our cook. Sail to the beautiful island of Hydra, lunch on your own. The best way to enjoy this island is to walk the narrow streets filled with antiques and handicrafts. In the evening, sail to the island of Spetses. Day 07 Spend all day in historic Spetses, swimming, walking around or just relaxing on the beautiful beaches. Lunch on your own (not part of package). Return to Athens marina in the evening. Dinner on board. The coach will take you back to the hotel. Day 08 Breakfast followed by coach to airport.
Splendours of Greece - 8 days / 7 nights
Day 01 Arrive in Athens, airport pick up by tour operator. Coach to hotel in Athens. Dinner at the hotel and freetime to walk around or rest.. Day 02 Acropolis and museum, lunch in Monastiraki. Dinner at Greek taverna in Plaka accompanied by traditional Greek music and entertainment. Day 03 Excursion to Cape Sounion, followed by lunch. Dinner at Indian restaurant. Day 04 Excursion to Delphi, center of the ancient world, by luxury coach bus, Tour site and the museum. Lunch at hotel in Delphi. Drive through the beautiful village of Arahova and through central Greece Overnight stay in Kalambaka. Dinner at the hotel. Day 05 Spend the day at Meteora, where you will see beautiful medieval monasteries perched on breathtakingly unique rock formations. Lunch at a Greek taverna. Return to Athens in the evening. Dinner at hotel. Day 06 Early coach bus to Piraeus. Take High Speed ferry boat to the island of Myconos. Spend the night at this popular resort, known for its nightlife. Day 07 Spend all day in Myconos, swimming, walking around or just relaxing or sign up for an optional trip to ancient Dilos. Lunch on your own (not included in package). Return to Piraeus in the evening. The coach will take you back to the hotel where you will have dinner. Day 08 Breakfast followed by coach to airport.
Blue Aegean Greece - 8 days / 7 nights
Day 01 Arrive in Athens, airport transfer to hotel in Athens. Informal orientation and free time to walk around or rest. Welcome dinner at a Greek tavern in Plaka accompanied by traditional Greek music and entertainment (optional). Day 02 Guided tour of Athens, the Acropolis and museum, lunch on your own. Half day, afternoon excursion to Cape Sounion, to view the beautiful sunset. Meals: B Day 03 Transfer to port of Pireus for ferry to Myconos. Arrive the same day. Meals: B Day 04 Myconos. Excursion to ancient Dilos (optional). Meals:B Day 05 Leave Myconos by ferry and arrive in Santorini (Thira) the same day. Meals: B Day 06 Santorini, optional wine tasting tour, tour of the caldera and short boat trips (more information upon request). Meals: B Day 07 Santorini, leave for Pireus, arrive the same day. Transfer to hotel. Meals: B Day 08 Transfer to airport for flight back home. Meals: B.
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