Highlights of Thebes Overnight Journey (Double Accommodations)
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Port
Safaga, Egypt
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$1100
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
2 days/1 night
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Meals Included
Meals included
Day One:
Travel through the Egyptian desert where the dry winds whisper tales of a time when Ramses II strode out in gossamer robes with an entourage of servants caring for his every need. Trace the cryptic hieroglyphics that tell of the journey into the afterlife and walk the shifting sands of dynasties as you travel to Luxor -- one of the richest and most powerful cities of the Ancient World. From the Red Sea Port of Safaga, you’ll take the scenic road across Egypt's eastern desert before turning south to the site of ancient Thebes, capital city of the New Kingdom. Its glory has captured the imaginations of writers throughout the centuries, for it is here that the Pharaohs of the 18th and 19th dynasties, each seeking to surpass the other, created monuments rivaling any before or since.
After arrival, freshen up in your rooms before engaging yourself to one of the memorable journeys of your life. Visit Luxor’s west bank, where lies the Pantheon of Gods and Goddess of Early Egypt. You will start with the Valley of the Kings and explore the interiors of some of the tombs and marvel at their elaborate wall paintings and sheer size. You will have the chance to visit the tomb of King Tut, discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. You would then proceed to visit Seti I Tomb. This tomb is the longest, deepest and also the most beautiful in the Valley of the Kings. The tomb has an impressive 100 meters of fully carved corridors, chambers deep into the mountain and almost 116 meters of a partially excavated tunnel. Its entrance was found under Seti I sarcophagus. After your visit, you will head to one of the local guest houses in Luxor where your lunch will be served and will get to taste the Egyptian cuisine while enjoying local entertainment show.
After lunch, you will proceed to visit the Temple of Hatchepsut, set at the foot of a limestone mountain.
Before heading back to Luxor’s East bank, you will pause to photograph the Colossi of Memnon.
Upon arrival to Luxor’s east bank, you will proceed to your hotel of accommodation where you will freshen up in your rooms before the evening activities.
In the evening, you will proceed to visit Luxor Museum. After the visit, you will board the horse carriages for a short drive to Luxor’s local market. Then, you will return to your hotel where dinner will be served alfresco around the swimming pool. Overnight at Sofitel Winter Palace (or Similar) after an exciting and memorable day
Day Two:
In the early morning, you will have the opportunity to purchase a Hot Air Balloon ride.
After your special breakfast onboard a Felucca, you will head to visit the . The leads to the temple entrance and the -- a colonnade featuring 134 immense and richly decorated columns. The complex also boasts the Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut, the Temple of Amen-Re, and the Sacred Lake. Then, you will proceed to visit , begun by Amenhotep in the 16th-century BC and added to by other Pharaohs, including Ramses II. The Great Temple of Luxor boasts its own and was once linked to the Temple of Karnakyou will head to visit the Karnak Temple. The Avenue of Ram-Headed Sphinxes leads to the temple entrance and the Hypostyle Hall -- a colonnade featuring 134 immense and richly decorated columns. The complex also boasts the Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut, the Temple of Amen-Re, and the Sacred Lake. Then, you will proceed to visit Luxor’s Temple, begun by Amenhotep in the 16th-century BC and added to by other Pharaohs, including Ramses II. The Great Temple of Luxor boasts its own Avenue of Human-Headed Sphinxes and was once linked to the Temple of Karnak. Visit the Luxor Mummification Museum, dedicated to the art of Ancient Egyptian mummification.
Return to your hotel of accommodation where lunch would be served before completion of check out procedures. After then, you will board your motor coaches for the drive back to Safaga port where you will re-join your vessel.
Please note: It is solely each guest's responsibility to obtain (before traveling) any visas, vaccinations or tourist cards that are required for participating in Mid-Cruise Adventures or Overnight Journeys, unless noted otherwise in the description. Please be aware that you may need a visa for any and/or all countries that you will depart from and travel through as part of your Mid-Cruise Adventure or Overnight Journey, and for the country in which you will re-join the ship. Your travel agent can assist you with your visa needs. If you require further assistance, Seabourn's preferred visa service is CIBTvisas. US and Canadian citizens can reach them by phone or email:It is solely each guest's responsibility to obtain (before traveling) any visas, vaccinations or tourist cards that are required for participating in Mid-Cruise Adventures or Overnight Journeys, unless noted otherwise in the description. Please be aware that you may need a visa for any and/or all countries that you will depart from and travel through as part of your Mid-Cruise Adventure or Overnight Journey, and for the country in which you will re-join the ship. Your travel agent can assist you with your visa needs. If you require further assistance, Seabourn's preferred visa service is CIBTvisas. US and Canadian citizens can reach them by phone or email:
US citizens: 866 788 1100 or email customerservice@cibtvisa.com
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The tour is non-refundable unless cancelled 45 days prior to the cruise. Waitlisted requests also become non-refundable if confirmed either onboard or within the 45 day period prior to the cruise. Any cancelled requests inside of 45 days prior to the voyage (i.e. bookings cancelled) will be assessed cancellation fees on your shipboard account. Waitlisted requests will be cleared in the order received and are subject to the same cancellation policy; waitlisted requests must be cancelled 45 days prior to the cruise to avoid cancellation costs in the case we are able to accommodate you on the tour.