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Gay Egypt Travel
Comfort Egypt
Comfort (what does this mean?)
01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
CAD $2149.00 USD $1899.00
$250 deposit required, remaining balance collected 60 days prior to departure.
12 days
Dec 05, 2010 ; Mar 06, 2011 ; Apr 03, 2011 ; Oct 16, 2011 ; Nov 20, 2011
Delve into ancient history at the Egyptian Museum, Experience the wonder of the Pyramids, Follow in the footsteps of Cleopatra, Enjoy a Nubian feast, Cruise along the Nile in comfort, Explore the Valley of the Kings, Wander the temples of ancient Thebes, Enjoy coffee with the locals in Khan al-Khalili bazaar
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Explore the best of the Land of the Pharaohs on this exciting trip. Immerse yourself in the history, grandeur and culture of this ancient land on a journey from Cairo to the fascinating cities of Alexandria, Aswan and Luxor. Watch the sunset over the Nile, absorb the eerie atmosphere of the Valley of the Kings and shop up a storm in the sprawling Khan al-Khalili bazaar. For action and adventure that doesn't travel too far out of the comfort zone, this is the perfect introduction to Egypt.
Is this trip right for you?
12 days
EDI
You are required to carry your pack on and off trains and buses, up hotel steps, etc. Your itinerary may include easy paced walks or bike rides, but these are on mainly flat ground.
The trip includes a range of accommodation, such as basic hotels with western facilities or overnight trains. Days of being on the move are well interspersed, communication with the outside world is ever-present and a wide variety of food is commonly available.
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This trip travels to a very conservative area. We encourage you to experience the destination and culture will the following in mind:
Accommodation - We do not foresee any problems, however there may be occasions when a same sex couple may be asked to sleep in single beds rather than sharing a double. We appreciate your cooperation.
Public Display of affection - These are frowned upon in this region among all travellers, not just those on an OUT Adventure. This includes holding hands in public.
Gay Activities - This trip does not have any specific gay hosted events, meals or day tours due to the cultural sensitivity of this region. We will do our best to provide a safe, comfortable environment for you and your fellow travellers to experience this culture.
Please read the important notes & local dress section of the Trip Notes for more detailed information
11 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 5 Dinners
Hotels (7 nts), Nile cruise (3 nts), overnight sleeper train (1 nt)
Plane, overnight train, air-conditioned bus, Nile cruise boat, felucca, walking
Out Comfort
Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure is guaranteed, subject to 6 people travelling
Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
Selected Fri
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Egypt's chaotic capital overflows with character and there is plenty of time to soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Be sure to wander the halls of the massive Egyptian Museum, taking in the thousands of ancient treasures on display. Then, head further afield and visit the majestic Sphinx and the sole surviving wonder of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Giza.
Travel to the coast and the great port city of Alexandria. Delve into the mysteries of the Kom Ash-Shuqqafa catacombs. This Roman burial site is the largest of its kind in Egypt and was discovered, quite accidentally, by a donkey. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina, built to hold eight million books, will surely inspire.
Watch river life play out on the banks of the Nile from a gliding felucca and enjoy a traditional Nubian dinner. Fly to the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel, built by Ramses II. There is free time to visit the Nubian Museum or walk along the Corniche.
Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, then set sail on the Nile for a three night cruise in style. Along the way stop to explore the ancient temple sites of Kom Ombo and Edfu. On arrival in Luxor, wander through the temples of Karnak, the biggest and most important temples of its time.
Discover the jewels of ancient Thebes, the Colossi of Memnon, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the royal burial sites in the Valley of the Kings.
Plunge into the bustle of the Khan al-Khalili bazaar. FInish the adventure with a final farewell dinner.
| Departure Date | Spaces available | |
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| Dec 05, 2010 | space available |
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| Mar 06, 2011 | space available |
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| Apr 03, 2011 | space available |
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| Oct 16, 2011 | space available |
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| Nov 20, 2011 | space available |
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Itinerary
Days 1-2 CairoDays 3-4 Alexandria
Days 5-6 Aswan
Days 7-9 Nile Cruise
Day 10 Luxor
Days 11-12 Cairo
Trip Map
Most of our trips require a compulsory local payment, which is part of the contract with you (the customer) and OUT Adventures. This amount is the final payment for your trip and is to be paid in the specified currency, in cash to your leader upon arrival. The local payment is non-refundable, and is considered part of the total trip payment.
It is expensive to transfer funds to many countries - so by making a Local Payment you help us keep your costs low.
The Local Payment is used for paying for local services such as hotels and transport.
No, as the money is used to pay for local services these cannot be paid elsewhere.
