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Exclusive to Thomson Group customers in the UK 4T+ Nile Discovery Cruise ttttp Your View Holiday Overall 97% Accommodation 94% Food Quality 91% Customers rating excellent/good May 08-Mar 09 Your Itinerary Day 1 - UK - Luxor Fly direct to Luxor and join the Crown Prince, moored on the banks of the Nile. Day 2 - Luxor - West Bank - Edfu Visit the famous Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon and the Temple of Queen Hatchepsut. Built on the remains of the ancient city of Thebes, Luxor is renowned for its overwhelming profusion of archaeological relics. Nearby lies the world famous Valley of the Kings where over 700 royal sepulchres pepper the arid hillsides. Like an intrepid explorer, uncover the myriad of vaults and chambers that make up this vast Pharaonic resting ground. You’ll also get to visit the Colossi of Memnon, an enormous pair of enthroned statues that once guarded the entrance to a long lost temple. Round off your day with one of the most impressive sights on Luxor’s West Bank, the Temple of Queen Hatchepsut. Built in honour of the only woman to ever reign over Egypt as pharaoh, it’s built into a cliff-face and rises up in a series of monumental terraces. Gaze in amazement at elegant columns stretching into cloudless blue skies and wonder in awe at the hieroglyphics. Day 3 - Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan Visit one of the Nile’s “must-see” sites - the Temple of Horus. Dedicated to the falcon-headed sky god, the huge edifice of the Temple of Horus is perhaps the best preserved of Egypt’s ancient shrines and provides an excellent insight into how temples once looked. Two giant granite falcons greet you as you pass through the gateway, beyond which lies an extensive network of splendid colonnades, courtyards and sanctuaries adorned with detailed wall carvings. Sailing on to Kom Ombo, visit the fascinating Temple of Sobek. Set on the banks of the Nile, the Temple is unique in that it was dedicated to two divinities, falcon-headed Haroeris and the crocodile god, Sobek. The dual nature of the Temple is reflected in the twin entrances, chapels and halls that make up this site. 58 thomson.co.uk A treasure trove of ancient sights… Step aboard and prepare to be thrown back in time to a magical land of myth and wonder. Explore archaeological sites where the names of once great pharaohs and jackal-headed gods echo upon the winds. Offset these ancient splendours with Egypt’s modern achievements including the mighty Aswan High Dam. Join us on this cruise of discovery as you wend your way along the sparkling waters of the River Nile to some of Egypt’s most impressive treasures. Day 4 - Aswan Be awed by the massive Aswan dam and later enjoy a relaxed boat trip out to Elephantine Island. Visit a modern-day example of monumental construction as you sail to the spectacular Aswan High Dam. The sheer size of the barrage is sure to overwhelm you. Nearby lies one of Egypt’s most enchanting sites. Philae Temple was very nearly lost forever. However, thanks to the efforts of UNESCO, the temple was removed and reassembled stone by stone on Agilkia Island. The shrine was dedicated to the cult Isis, the goddess of nature, and boasts an impressive colonnade and two enormous stone pylons with carved reliefs. Later, enjoy a boat ride to view Elephantine Island. Among its lush palms are a number of bright blue, pink and yellow Nubian houses. Day 5 - Aswan - Esna A day to relax or to take the opportunity to visit Abu Simbel. Enjoy a morning at leisure in Aswan or join the optional excursion out to Abu Simbel to see the towering figures of gods and pharaohs on the facade of the Temple of Ramses II. Day 6 - Esna - Luxor: East Bank excursion Your chance to visit Karnak & Luxor Temples. The Temple of Karnak never fails to evoke wonder and amazement. This expansive site incorporates no fewer than three shrines as well as a myriad of obelisks and monuments. Make sure you take a look at the enormous Hypostyle Hall, boasting over 130 soaring papyrus-shaped columns. Returning to Luxor, visit the architectural masterpiece that is Luxor Temple. Follow an avenue of sphinxes down to the shrine itself and discover its elegant array of courtyards and chapels overlooking the sparkling waters of the Nile. Day 7 - Luxor - Qena - Luxor Explore the remains of the Temple of Denderah. Built in honour of the cow-headed Egyptian goddess of love, Hathor, the great Temple of Denderah is actually a Roman creation. Built during the Roman occupation, it emulates traditional Egyptian architectural styles but with a Latin twist. Make sure you take a look at the famous astronomical ceiling in the Hypostyle Hall. Its symbolic representation of heavenly bodies and signs of the zodiac offers a unique insight into ancient Egypt’s solar rituals and cults. Day 8 - Luxor - UK Your cruise along the Nile comes to an end in Luxor where you’ll be transferred to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Alternatively, choose to extend your holiday in Egypt. Other facilities • Swimming pool • Sundeck • Dining room • Lounge bar • Shop • Twice weekly evening entertainment • Massage service • Internet service Room facilities Your accommodation will be in outside cabins with shower & WC. Cabin facilities incl. air-conditioning, fridge, satellite TV, hairdryer, safety deposit box and picture windows; please note that cabin windows do not open. Single cabins offer the same facilities but are half the size of a twin cabin. Prices are based on 2 adults sharing a twin cabin with shower & WC. If you’re combining the cruise with one or more of our hotels in Cairo, Luxor or the Red Sea Riviera, please see the individual hotel descriptions for further accommodation details. Please note: there are no cabins with balconies. • This cruise begins on Wednesdays and is operated by Travcotels on the Crown Prince or similar. Excursions. Please note: visits to the sites may vary, depending on weather conditions. Excursions detailed in the itinerary are included. A choice of optional excursions are available in resort. Multi Centre • After your cruise enjoy seven nights in Luxor at the Sonesta Luxor, Nile Palace or Maritim Jolie Ville Luxor • After your cruise enjoy seven nights on the Red Sea Riviera, please see the Cruise & Stay options box for details. • After your cruise combine three nights in Cairo at the Ramses Hilton, followed by four nights in Luxor at the Maritim Jolie Ville Luxor. For your stay in Cairo, you will take a return internal flight from Luxor to Cairo More hotels More photos 2000 videos Customer reviews Google earth
Cruise & Stay options 1st Centre 2nd Centre Code from Prices 4T+ Nile Discovery Cruise (FB) Nile Palace (BB) NLM £809 4T+ Nile Discovery Cruise (FB) Maritim Jolie Ville Luxor (BB) NMJ £829 4T+ Nile Discovery Cruise (FB) Sonesta Luxor (BB) NDS £819 4T+ Nile Discovery Cruise (FB) Ramses Hilton (Cairo, BB) / Maritim Jolie Ville Luxor (BB) NRM £1065 Mirabel Beach, Sharm (AI) Nile Discovery (FB) / Mirabel Beach (AI) JMN £1165 Fort Arabesque, Hurghada (AI) Nile Discovery (FB) / Fort Arabesque (AI) FDF £935 Any appplicable room/board supplements will be in addition to this price and apply on an individual unit basis. Please note that additional supplements will apply to holidays over Christmas, New Year and Easter. Included in your Nile Cruise holiday are visits to: The Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatchepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak and Luxor Temples, Edfu Temple, Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple, Denderah Temple, Kom Ombo Temple. To price your holiday including our latest savings visit www.thomson.co.uk Visit your Travel Shop or call 0871 230 2930 Calls cost up to 10p/min from a BT landline. Mobile and other providers’ charges may vary. Luxor Egypt Departures on or between Prices are in £’s per person 2009 prices from 2010 prices from Child Prices 01 Nov09 Nov16 Nov12 Dec18 Dec20 Dec25 Dec29 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 16 Feb 11 Mar29 Mar 01 Apr 06 Apr 13 Apr 01 May 01 Jun 24 Jun 08 Jul 15 Jul 22 Jul 17 Aug25 Aug15 Sep29 Sep 1st Child 2nd Child Nights 08 Nov15 Nov11 Dec17 Dec19 Dec24 Dec28 Dec31 Dec 21 Jan 10 Feb 10 Mar28 Mar31 Mar 05 Apr 12 Apr 30 Apr 26 May 23 Jun 07 Jul 14 Jul 21 Jul 16 Aug24 Aug14 Sep28 Sep 20 Oct from from Room & Board Upgrades per person per night from Nile Discovery Single £12 Full Board Code PCA Standard / 2 Adults 7 839 785 695 685 - 1089 - 975 725 749 785 815 955 - 975 785 729 719 745 775 825 839 845 825 849 929 - - Holiday upgrades from Coach transfer INCLUDED These prices are a guide and apply to selected flight departures between each date range. All prices can go up and down, please check at the time of booking for the most up to date price. Under occupancy charges and flight supplements may apply. Age restrictions may apply. See our A-Z at the back of the brochure for any additional charges (e.g. flight and/or fuel) and important holiday information. Want Flexibility? A wider range of durations are available – check out our website 59
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