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DAY 20 February 14, 2023

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We got up at 0645 on Monday and did not go to bed until we arrived home it New Point, VA; a very long day. Leave Cairo at 2:05 Am flying to Frankfurt, Germany. Leave Frankfurt for Newark NJ at … Continue reading →

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DAY 19 February 13, 2023

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Our tour of Alexandrine history and culture continued with a visit to the Roman Amphitheatre. In 1965, a semicircular Roman amphitheatre was discovered under what was known as Kim al-Dikka (mound of rubble) after the remains of a Napoleonic fort … Continue reading →

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DAY 17 February 11, 2023 – Alexandria

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Today we bid farewell to the Nile and the crew of the h/s Nebu, as we moved on to the city founded by Alexander the Great, Egypt’s port with a decidedly Mediterranean feel – though it was their coldest day … Continue reading →

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DAY 11 February 05, 2023 – Depart from Luxor, Egypt

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  Very early in the morning to beat the crowds, we drove across the river to a range of low mountains. A series of rugged ravines in these hills are known today as the Valleys of the Kings and Queens. … Continue reading →

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DAY 10 February 04, 2023 – Luxor, Egypt

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Fly to Luxor to embark the h/s Nebu After a very early breakfast, we transferred to the Cairo airport at 5:00 am for our flight to Luxor — the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes. Upon arrival, drove through lush farmlands … Continue reading →

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DAY 9 February 03, 2023 – Cairo, Egypt

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Before we delved into Cairo’s historic quarter and the story of Egypt’s predominant religion, we headed off to Saqqara or Sakkara Step Pyramid complex.  Maged, our guide, shared a history of the development of pyramids including that the earliest indications … Continue reading →

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DAY 7 February 01, 2023 – Egypt

Posted on February 1, 2023 by admin

Following a buffet breakfast at the hotel, our first full day in Egypt started with a 2 hour briefing to meet our guides and our fellow travelers, to gain an overview of our activities in Cairo, and a bit of … Continue reading →

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DAY 6 January 31, 2023 – Egypt

Posted on January 31, 2023 by admin

Arrive in Cairo and relax in splendor at your Deluxe Nile hotel Upon arrival, transfer to your Deluxe hotel, located in the heart of the city on the banks of the Nile River. Since we purchased airfare from Vantage, we … Continue reading →

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