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Indulge in the sweet life aboard M.S. Mayflower and discover grandeur elegance set off by regal accommodation, succulent flavours, a flair of fun and exciting night time celebrations. Cruise past the rich history and timeless beauty of Egypt on M.S. Mayflower.
DAY 1 Monday 14 February, 2022 Departure
Today we depart Australia on our flights to Cairo.
DAY 2 Tuesday 15 February, 2022 Cairo
This afternoon we arrive into Cairo. We will be met by our private coach and transferred to our hotel for check in.
DAY 3 Wednesday 16 February, 2022 Cairo
This morning we will travel through the countryside to the first capital of Egypt, Memphis. We will visit Sakkara, the large necropolis of Memphis to admire the step pyramid of Zoser, the first pyramid ever built. In the afternoon, we visit Giza and see one of the wonders of the ancient world: The Pyramids, built by the Pharaohs over 4,500 years ago. We also see the mysterious great Sphinx, usually dated to 2,500 BC. This evening we enjoy an included Welcome Dinner to meet other tour members.
DAY 4 Thursday 17 February, 2022 Cairo
This morning we visit the Cairo Museum and see the most magnificent treasures of the tomb of Tutankhamen, including the amazing gold mask. We continue with a visit to the Mohamed Ali alabaster mosque within the walls of the citadel of Saladin. After lunch, we enjoy a tour of Old Cairo including the hanging church, Beni Ezra synagogue and the famous Kham El Khalili baazars, which sell a vast array of spices, water pipes, handicrafts and silks. The maze of narrow, congested streets teem with life and there are many mosques, most of which are open to non-Muslims.
DAY 5 Friday 18 February, 2022 Cairo
Today we travel to Alexandria, Egypt’s second largest city. Alexandria was founded by Alexander the Great in 332 BC and it grew to rival Rome before falling into decline in the fourth century AD. We will enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city including the Alexandria Library, the Citadel and the Ancient Roman Amphitheatre. We return to Cairo early evening.
DAY 6 Saturdday 19 February, 2022 Luxor
Today we are transferred to the airport for our flight to Luxor, known as the world’s largest outdoor museum. Luxor grew out of the ruins of Thebes, once the capital of Ancient Egypt’s New Kingdom. On arrival we are met by our private coach and transferred to the hotel for check in.
DAY 7 Sunday 20 February, 2022 Luxor
This morning you have the option of doing a hot air balloon ride over the famous Valley of the Kings and West Bank of Luxor. In the afternoon we enjoy a tour of the Luxor Temple, a large Ancient Egyptian temple complex on the Eastern Bank of the Nile River. Constructed around 1300BC, the temple was built by Amenhotep III, completed by Tutankhamun and added to by Rameses II and has been continuously used as a place of worship right up to the present day.
(Sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings is $270pp.)
DAY 8 Monday 21 February, 2022 Luxor/Embark Nile Cruise
This morning we visit the final resting place of Hatshepsut, Egypt’s first woman pharaoh, and stroll the shady arcades of her stunning temple, which is set at the base of soaring cliffs. We continue to the famed Valley of the Kings, resting place of the pharaohs. The tombs of the pharaohs were placed deep in the Theban Hills from 1,500 BC to stop robbers stealing priceless treasures. In the early afternoon we are transferred to our Nile Cruise. After enjoying lunch onboard, we visit Karnak Temple, a place that is still capable of overshadowing many of the wonders of the modern world. It covers about 81
hectares 1.5km by 0.8km. The area of the sacred enclosure of Amon alone is
61 acres and would hold ten average European cathedrals. The great temple
at the heart of Karnak is so big, St Peter’s, Milan and Notre Dame Cathedrals
could be lost within its walls. The Hypostyle hall at 5,000 square metre with
its 134 columns is still the largest room of any religious building in the world.
Follow dramatic stories of ancient life on intricate friezes, visit a sacred,
ceremonial lake and walk between aisles of fierce sphinxes that guard the
temple entrance.
DAY 9 Tuesday 22 February, 2022 Cruising/Edfu
Today is a free day onboard our Nile cruise as we sail to Edfu, passing through
the Esna locks. This afternoon, join us on the top deck for a fun game of The
Senior bingo. There will be prizes for the winners!
DAY 10 Wednesday 23 February, 2022 Edfu/Kom Ombo/Aswan
This morning we visit the Temple of Horus. Built between 237 and 57 BC,
the temple is one of the best preserved Ancient monuments in Egypt and is
dedicated to Horus, the son of Isis and Osiris. We travel back to the ship and
sail to Kom Ombo to visit the temple. Rising dramatically above the Nile River,
the Temple of Kom Ombo is one of Egypt’s most beautiful sights. Dedicated to
the local crocodile god Sobek, and Horus, the god of protection, Kom Ombo
is unique because it has a mirror-image design, divided down the middle,
with either side dedicated to each god. We will also visit the onsite Crocodile
Museum to view its collection of mummified crocodiles and ancient carvings.
We return to the cruise and sail to Aswan.
DAY 11 Thursday 24 February, 2022 Aswan
This morning we visit the Temple of Philae, the last temple built in the classical
Egyptian style. Built to honour the goddess Isis, it was nearly lost underwater
in the 1960s but was taken down and reassembled on the higher ground of
Agika Island over a 10 year period. We also visit the Aswan High Dam and the
unfinished obelisk. We return to the ship for lunch and the remainder of the
day is free.
DAY 12 Friday 25 February, 2022 Aswan
This morning we will sail around the islands and enjoy views of the Agha
Kham Mausoleum. We then disembark our cruise and transfer to the hotel
for check in.
DAY 13 Saturday 26 February, 2022 Aswan
Today we will enjoy a tour to Abu Simbel. Carved out of the mountains on the
west bank of the Nile between 1274 and 1244BC, the Great Temple of Ramses
II and the Temple of Hathor were built as royal tombs and are some of Egypt’s
best known archaeological sites. Both temples were relocated in the 1960s to
avoid being submerged by the Aswan High Dam and now sit near the banks
of Lake Nasser. This evening we enjoy a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the end
of our wonderful tour.
DAY 14 Sunday 27 February, 2022 Departure
Today we are transferred to the airport for our flights back to Australia, via
Cairo.
DAY 15 Monday 28 February, 2022 Departure
Tour members arrive back into Australia and the tour concludes.
| CABIN | DECK | TWIN SHARE FARE PP | SINGLE FARE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe | 2, 3 | $5,495 | $5,999 |
| Deluxe Baclony | 2 | $5,800 | $6,399 |
| Executive | 4 | $5,995 | $6,675 |
| Executive Balcony | 4 | $6,150 | $6,995 |
| Royal Suite Balcony | 3, 4 | $6,675 | on request |
| Included air taxes as at 25/8/20 | $225 | $225 | |
All cabins are subject to cabin availability. Please call 1800 630 343 for fares and information on other cabin categories.
You can stay on in Egypt for minimal additional airfare cost. Please contact Travelrite on 1800 630 343 for more information.
International touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this activity without the need of assistance from others.
TOUR OPERATOR:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd – ABN 64 005 817 078
is the tour organiser.
TOUR COSTS:
The tour costs are based on airfare, shipping, general transport, accommodation costs and foreign exchange rates at 25 August 2020. Travelrite International reserves the right to alter the costs if any of these factors change, giving any passenger that has booked the right to withdraw with full refund of monies paid or modify arrangements.
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT:
A deposit of $1,000 per passenger is required
at the time of booking. Full payment will be required 90 days before
departure of the tour from Australia. A 1.5% administration fee will be
charged for payment made by credit cards.
AIR TAXES:
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth as listed in the
itinerary. Please contact us for air taxes from different cities. Air taxes are
valid as at 25 August 2020. If they change due to government and airline
charges and currency variations, Travelrite International reserves the right
to charge additional amounts.
CANCELLATION CHARGES: * Cancellation conditions don’t apply for clients with future cruise/tour credits. Cruise/tour credits are non-refundable.
| Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 90 days or more | $1000 |
| 90 days or less | 100% of full fare |
| Non appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
REFUNDS:
The cruise is based on arrangements that do not
allow for any refunds in respect to accommodation, meals or
other services not utilised after the tour has commenced.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
All passengers will require a valid passport with
at least six months validity from your return date. Visas will be required
for Egypt.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel insurance is recommended to cover the costs
of cancellation fees due to illness, death in family, etc.
BAGGAGE:
All passengers qualify for the 20kg free baggage allowance
GROUP AIRLINE SEATING:
Please note; you will be booked as part of a
group booking with the airline, this means we are unable to guarantee
any seating requests. Pre purchasing of flights and payment of airline seat
booking fees allows allocation of specific seats.
MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS:
The tour has been priced
on the basis of a minimum number of passengers having booked 90 days
prior to departure. Travelrite International reserves the right to cancel
the tour, giving a full refund of all monies paid or offer arrangements to
proceed with the tour at a modified cost.
TOUR PARTICIPATION:
Children under 5 years of age are ineligible on coach & cruise tours. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Passengers with disabilities are welcome on Travelrite & Cruise Offers tours provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessary assistance, and do not require special assistance from Travelrite & Cruise Offers personnel. Travelrite and Cruise Offers reserves the right to refuse to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of coach & cruise tour travel and who may require services and facilities that Travelrite & Cruise Offers cannot guarantee will be available. You agree to not hold the Travelrite & Cruise Offers responsible for any decision made by any of them or any service provider to refuse to carry you, provide any facilities or accommodation to you or to provide any service to you.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Travelrite International is the tour organiser. Travelrite
International acts only as an agent in the making of arrangements
for hotels, transportation, restaurants or any other service and do not
assume any liability whatsoever for any injury, damage, death, loss,
accident or delay to person or property due to an act of negligence or a
default of any hotel, carrier restaurant company or person rendering any
services included in the tour, or by act of God. Further no responsibilities
are accepted for any damage or delay due to sickness, pilferage, labour
disputes, machinery break-down, quarantine, government restraints,
weather, terrorism or other causes beyond their control. No responsibility
is accepted for any additional expense, omission, delays, re-routing or acts
of any government authority. The passage contract between the carriers
concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the
carriers and the purchasers of this tour and/or the passengers. The right
is reserved to withdraw any tour and/or make such changes in the tour
as may be found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties
and the proper carrying out of the tour. This contract shall be construed
in accordance of the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia and any legal
action must be taken in the State of Victoria.
DELAYS AND UNFORESEEN EVENTS:
You engage Travelrite International
to book this tour on your behalf and you acknowledge that Travelrite
International acts as your agent for the purpose of making contracts
between you and the various providers of accommodation, transportation
and other services that comprise the tour. Travelrite International may
without reference to you provide or make available to you, or may as your
agent engage any third party to provide or make available to you, any good
or service which Travelrite International reasonably believes is necessary
for your benefit to maintain the tour itinerary, repatriate you or otherwise
accommodate, transport or sustain you in circumstances in which the
tour itinerary fails wholly or partly for any reason. You appoint Travelrite
International your attorney for this purpose. You agree to pay Travelrite
International any cost thereof and you indemnify Travelrite International
in respect of any cost it incurs in this regard. Travelrite International
advises you to obtain travel insurance generally including in respect of the
risk that any such good or service may become required.
HOW TO BOOK:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form and sending it with a deposit of $1000 per person to:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd
423 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free: 1800 630 343
Telephone: (03) 8803 6868
Fax: (03) 9836 8068
Email: balwyn@travelrite.com.au
www.travelrite.com.au
ABOUT TRAVELRITE INTERNATIONAL:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well-established family-owned business that’s been operating in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs for more than 35 years. Travelrite International is a full member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA), is fully Accredited with ATAS (A10538) and IATA. As such they directly
represent the major airlines of the world and all major domestic
and international hotel, tour and transport operators.
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