An 18-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $3,299
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Day 1 - DEPART USA
Overnight flight.
Day 2 - ARRIVE CAIRO
Welcome to Egypt, the timeless land of the Pharoahs and a treasure house of ancient history. On arrival in Cairo you are met and transferred to your sophisticated tour hotel, built around a stunning landscaped atrium.
Hotel: Fairmont Heliopolis
Day 3 - CAIRO - ST CATHERINE
After driving through the tunnel under the Suez Canal, look out for the huge cargo ships as they negotiate this famous waterway. Cross the Sinai Peninsula to St. Catherine's village in the shadow of Mt Sinai. You are also invited for tea with the local Bedouins. Later there is time to relax before dinner.
Hotel: Morgen Land. (BB,D)
Day 4 - ST CATHERINE - GULF OF SUEZ
Passengers who choose to ascend Mt Sinai will see the cave where Moses hid and the sunrise from the summit. Later, one of the priests guides you through St. Catherine's Monastery (if open). Drive on to your seaside resort.
Hotel: Palmera Ain Sukhna (BB,D)
Day 5 - GULF OF SUEZ - ALEXANDRIA
Drive through the desert to Alexandria, Egypt's major port, founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC.
Hotel: Helnan Palestine. (BB,D)
Day 6 - ALEXANDRIA SIGHTSEEING
Your full day city tour includes the National Museum, Roman Amphitheatre and Roman Catacombs. After a visit to the 15C Quayet-Bey Fortress, your final stop is at the Montazah Gardens. Tonight, your Highlight Dinner is at a local restaurant. (BB,HD)
Day 7 - ALEXANDRIA - CAIRO
Drive into the Western Desert to
El-Alamein. Time here to pay your respects at the War Cemeteries and visit the Military Museum. En route to Cairo make a stop at the Coptic Monasteries at Wadi El Natrun (if open).
Hotel: Marriott (BB)
Day 8 - CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
Enjoy views over the city from the Citadel of Salah El Din and then visit Mohammed Ali's great alabaster mosque. Continue to the Egyptian Museum to gaze upon Tutankhamun's treasure. Later, experience a Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids of Giza! (BB)
Day 9 - CAIRO - LUXOR- join cruise
Fly to Luxor on the banks of the Nile, to tour the Temple complex of Karnak. Walk through the avenue of Ram-headed sphinxes, past the statue of Rameses II, to the vast Hypostyle Hall, a veritable stone forest, housing 134 giant decorated columns. Later, get to know your cruise boat, and set sail for Dendara.
Ship: MS Miriam/Ms Giselle. (BB,L,D)
Day 10 - ON BOARD SHIP
Visit the Temple of Hathor in Dendara, one of the best preserved temples in Egypt and containing a rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarian, whose father was Julius Caesar. Return to Luxor around midday where you are at leisure. In the cool of early evening, visit the ancient Temple of Luxor, founded in 1400 BC during Thebe's Golden Age. (BB,L,D)
Day 11 - ON BOARD SHIP
Travel by air-conditioned coach to the West Bank of the Nile to see the Colossi of Memnon, and visit both the Temple of Hatshepsut and Valley of the Kings, where many Pharoahs were buried. Return to your cruise boat and sail via the Esna Lock to Edfu. (BB,L,D)
Day 12 - ON BOARD SHIP
Visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, dedicated to the Falcon God. After exploring this fascinating site, your cruise continues to Aswan. Don your galabeas, (traditional Egyptian attire), for a fun-filled Egyptian Dinner and Galabea Party. (BB,L,HD)
Day 13 - ON BOARD SHIP
A full day of sightseeing includes a visit to the Aswan High Dam and Granite Quarries to see the enormous unfinished obelisk. Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis, rising from the waters of the Nile on the Island of Philae. Later, return to Aswan to sail in a traditional Nile felucca around Aswan's Botanical Gardens. (BB, L, D)
Day 14 - ON BOARD SHIP
Perhaps join the optional excursion by air to the temples of Abu Simbel ? Later, sail to Kom Ombo to visit the only double temple of Egypt dedicated to two gods, the crocodile headed, Sobek and falcon headed Horus the Elder. (BB,L,D)
Day 15 - ON BOARD SHIP
Your cruise continues along the life giving waters of the Nile. In the evening arrive back in Luxor where there is time for last minute shopping and sightseeing. (BB,L,D)
Day 16 - LUXOR - CAIRO
Disembark from your cruise and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. This evening you have time at leisure.
Hotel: Marriott (BB)
Day 17 - CAIRO SIGHTSEEING
Drive to Memphis to admire the statue of Rameses II and the great alabaster sphinx. Continue to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest in the world. Now enjoy a highlight visit inside one of the Pyramids of Giza and see the guardian Sphinx. (BB)
Day 18 - RETURN TO USA
The tour ends with transfers to Cairo airport. (BB)
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Touring Date |
Land Only |
Land + Air |
Single (Land Only) |
Single (Land + Air) |
9/8/2010 - 9/25/2010 |
$3,315 |
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9/15/2010 - 10/2/2010 |
$3,299 |
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9/22/2010 - 10/9/2010 |
$3,350 |
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9/29/2010 - 10/16/2010 |
$3,350 |
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10/6/2010 - 10/23/2010 |
$3,375 |
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10/13/2010 - 10/30/2010 |
$3,375 |
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10/20/2010 - 11/6/2010 |
$3,535 |
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10/27/2010 - 11/13/2010 |
$3,650 |
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11/3/2010 - 11/20/2010 |
$3,650 |
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11/10/2010 - 11/27/2010 |
$3,650 |
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11/17/2010 - 12/4/2010 |
$3,650 |
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11/24/2010 - 12/11/2010 |
$3,650 |
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12/1/2010 - 12/18/2010 |
$3,650 |
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12/8/2010 - 12/25/2010 |
$3,715 |
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12/15/2010 - 1/1/2011 |
$3,750 |
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12/22/2010 - 1/8/2011 |
$3,850 |
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12/29/2010 - 1/15/2011 |
$3,750 |
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1/5/2011 - 1/22/2011 |
$3,650 |
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1/12/2011 - 1/29/2011 |
$3,650 |
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1/19/2011 - 2/5/2011 |
$3,650 |
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1/26/2011 - 2/12/2011 |
$3,650 |
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2/2/2011 - 2/19/2011 |
$3,650 |
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2/9/2011 - 2/26/2011 |
$3,650 |
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2/16/2011 - 3/5/2011 |
$3,650 |
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2/23/2011 - 3/12/2011 |
$3,650 |
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3/2/2011 - 3/19/2011 |
$3,650 |
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3/9/2011 - 3/26/2011 |
$3,650 |
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3/16/2011 - 4/2/2011 |
$3,650 |
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3/23/2011 - 4/9/2011 |
$3,650 |
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The MS Miriam is amongst the
loveliest ships to sail the Nile. Elegantly furnished with fabrics,
wood paneling, and classic style furniture, this ship offers a pleasant
setting for your Nile Cruise.

301 sq ft
Suites have floor-to-ceiling picture windows, a queen-sized bed, ample closet space, private bathroom with tub and shower, as well as a living area with dining table, desk, drawer space, and seating. All staterooms have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, mini bar, telephone, satellite television, music system, private safe, plush linens and towels, and hair dryer.
237 sq ft
Riverview Staterooms have large panoramic windows, two twin beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, ample closet space, private bathroom with tub and shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, drawer space, and seating. All staterooms have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, mini bar, telephone, satellite television, music system, private safe, plush linens and towels, and hair dryer.
The tastefully furnished lobby
is a fitting place to welcome you onboard. The spacious Main Lounge
provides a full-service bar and a dance floor for evening entertainment
which includes an Egyptian folklore show and a belly dancer. The
separate bar area with comfortable Chesterfield sofas offers panoramic
views of the Nile River and a restful place to relax with a book. The
elegant restaurant serves both Egyptian and international cuisine with
a combination of waiter service and buffet meals. Wireless Internet
access in public areas.
Cane tables, chairs, and sun loungers
provide a comfortable place to enjoy the beautiful Nile River views.
There is also a bar and swimming pool for added enjoyment. Other
onboard conveniences include a 24-hour reception desk, and a boutique
with gifts and sundries.
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Book Now-Offer Ends October 1st!
TERMS: 10% savings valid on 2011 Europe & Britain departures when full payment is made by October 1st, 2010. Travel must depart between April 11th, 2011 and October 11th, 2011. Offer applies to new bookings only. Normal name change policy applies. Offer is applicable to groups – with availability and collection of travelers’ names at time of booking. Promotion is combinable with brochure discounts EXCEPT Early Payment Discount. Offer valid on Select Choices departures EXCEPT City Stays. Offer NOT valid on Israel, Jordan, Turkey, Egypt or tours including cruises. Once payment is received, cancellation penalties apply. Offer may be withdrawn at any time and subject to availability. Other restrictions apply. Please call for details.
FRIENDS & FAMILY DISCOUNTS
SAVE 5% FOR 5 - 8 PASSENGERS
Why not share your Insight tour experience with your friends and family – and save money! If 5-8 passengers book together we offer a discount of 5%. Further savings are available for groups of 9 or more passengers! This discount cannot be combined with Frequent Traveler, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, the names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Does not apply to Oberammergau Passion Play Option, additional accommodation, airfares or fl ight supplements, Select London Week, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, and tours with Mediterranean or River cruises.
YOUNG TRAVELER SAVINGS
5 - 17 YEAR OLDS SAVE UP TO 10%
Insight offers you the opportunity of sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies only to tours featuring the “Young Traveler Discount” in the price panel. Check the itinerary pages now to see how much you can SAVE! Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date and accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveler Discount per room). Children under 5 years old are not accepted on any escorted tour.
This discount cannot be combined with our “Friends & Family Discount”.
SINGLE TRAVELER SAVING
INSIGHT’S ROOM MATE MATCHING
For people traveling alone on an Insight coach tour, we’ll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don’t have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we’ll provide a single room at no extra cost†. There is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Does not apply to additional accommodation, Riad upgrade option, airfares or flight supplements, Select London Week, Select London & Paris, Select London, Paris & Rome, Irish Elegance, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours and tours with Mediterranean or River cruises. †Single rooms are not available for the Oberammergau Passion Play Option.
TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT
When three people travel together room, each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Triple
Room Discount” in the price panel. Note the third bed on occasions, will be a foldaway. This discount cannot be combined with our “Friends & Family Discount”. Triple rooms are not available for the Oberammergau Passion
Play Option
FREQUENT TRAVELER SAVING
In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all traveled guests automatic membership into our Club Bon Voyage, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. You will need to travel within the next two years. So act NOW and take full advantage of this great offer. Enrolment forms and discount vouchers are available
from your Tour Director. Insight’s Club Bon Voyage and 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further
tour booking. This discount cannot be combined with our “Friends & Family Discount” and “Extra Tour Discount.” Does not apply to Oberammergau Passion Play Option, additional accommodations, Select London Week, Select London & Paris and Select London, Paris & Rome.
EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT
ON EARLY BOOKINGS
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Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. This discount only applies to tours that feature the “Early Payment Discount” in the price panel.
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