RETURN TO THE FATHERLAND

October 17, 2021: Welcome to Egypt! You will be met at the Cairo International Airport to proceed through customs & immigration. A private road transfer leads to Giza, where we will be for 2 nights at the Marriott Mena House Hotel.

Marriott Mena House

October 18, 2021: Discover the Pyramids of Giza. Meet your Egyptologist guide and start your visits of the day to include Step Pyramids at Sakkara, Pyramids of Giza, Camel Ride, and an exclusive visit to the Sphinx. Remainder of the evening is at your leisure.

October 19, 2021: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out.
This morning visit the Grand Egyptian Museum before boarding your flight to Aswan. We will make a stop at the incredible Abu Simbel Temple, prior to your arrival into Aswan**.

Upon your arrival into Aswan, you are escorted to the Oberoi Zahra for your 7-night cruise along the Nile. Enjoy your sail around Aswan during lunch on board. After lunch, you will visit the High Dam & Philae Temple**

**subject to change

Camels at Sakkara

Egypt, one of the oldest civilizations in the world, is home to the River Nile: the longest river in the world. Since the ancient Egyptians believed that the Nile would carry them into the afterlife, almost all of the cultural and historical sites of Ancient Egypt lie along its banks.

See the wonders of ancient Egypt unfold before your eyes on The Oberoi Zahra, Luxury Nile Cruiser. Let us guide you around magnificent temples and five thousand years of culture. For your on board entertainment, the cruises also offer nightly traditional dance and music performances.

The itineraries on the Oberoi Zahra are designed to experience Egypt at a leisurely pace. Enjoy unforgettable days of unraveling centuries of Egyptian history and discover the Nile and it’s wonders. Enjoy 7 days of visiting incredible art, temples, museums, and more. Includes: Temple of Kom Ombu, Temple of Edfu, Karnak Temple, Luxor Museum, West Bank of Luxor (Valley of Kings, Temple of Habu & Colossus of Memnon, Temple of Dendera, Valley of Nobles, Deir el-Medina and the Temple of Hatshepsut)

October 20, 2021: Enjoy breakfast on board this morning as you sail through Aswan. Aswan is Egypt’s southernmost city. At Aswan, the desert touches the banks of the Nile River and the waters are dotted with islands. Aswan was historically an important trading town and remains a bustling marketplace.

Enjoy your first of many breathtaking sunsets from the rooftop sundeck, aboard the Oberoi Zahra Luxury Nile Cruiser

October 21, 2021: Enjoy breakfast as you sail to Kom Ombo. This morning, you will visit the Temple of Kom Ombu, before sailing back towards Aswan for a visit to the Botanical Gardens

Sailing the River Nile

October 22, 2021: Enjoy a relaxing morning aboard, sailing to Edfu. After lunch, we will visit the Temple of Edfu. The temple is highly important, as it perfectly reflects the Ptolemaic culture with the Ancient Egyptian Pharaonic culture.

Your evening is at leisure on board the Oberoi Zahra. Afternoon tea is served daily in the Club Lounge and Sun Deck prior to dinner service.

October 23, 2021: Enjoy your breakfast and your morning of leisure sailing the River Nile towards Luxor. After lunch, visit Karnak Temple & the Luxor Museum.

Karnak Temple

West Bank of Luxor

The West Bank of Luxor contains one of the largest collections of archaeological treasures in the world.

Temple of Luxor

October 24, 2021: Visit the West Bank, including the Valley of Kings, Temple of Habu, and Colossus of Memnon. During lunch, you will sail to Qena to visit the Temple of Dendera. Sailing back in the evening as the sun sets over Luxor.

October 25, 2021: Visit the Valley of Nobles, Deir el-Medina, and the Temple of Hatshepsut prior to lunch. The stunning Luxor Temple marvels in the late afternoon. Enjoy your final sunset on board the Oberoi in Luxor.

October 26, 2021: Enjoy your last breakfast on board.

Disembark and transfer to the Luxor airport for your flight back to Cairo.

For guests going on to Jordan, we will fly from Cairo to Aqaba this afternoon.

For guests going home or another destination, please arrange your flight for a 7pm or later departure. A hotel has been arranged for any guests with an early morning flight on Oct 27^th

Call Jolene DiRocco at 941-951-1801 at extension 106 now to reserve your space on this unique journey today!  You may also e-mail at jolene@admiraltravel.com

Rate: $7,950.00 per person, double occupancy

A $50 per person Admiral Travel booking fee will apply.

• 25% deposit due to secure
  • Deposit refundable until Oct 15, 2020. After this date, all payments are non-refundable.
• Second 25% deposit due Feb 15, 2021
• Final payment due June 14, 2021

Includes:

• Breakfast daily
• All luxury road transfers
• 2 Nights’ Accommodation at Marriott Mena House Giza
• All Touring in Giza
• Private charter air from Cairo to Abu Simbel to Aswan, Luxor – Cairo
• 7-night cruise aboard the Oberoi Zahra Luxury Cruiser
• All food on board the ship, as well as coffee, tea, and water
• All touring while on board the ship

Excludes:

• Upgraded accommodations on the Oberoi Zahra & the Marriott Mena House
• Alcoholic beverages
• Meals when at leisure in itinerary
• Items of a personal nature
• Guide Gratuities

PLEASE NOTE: 

• All payments to Admiral Travel are non-refundable unless stated otherwise
• Founder’s Journey will always be priced at or below published rates, but never higher.
• Travel with like-minded individuals on these exclusive departures.
• Enjoy a welcome cocktail party to meet your fellow travelers.
• A hosted dinner will be offered during one night of the trip with the Hiltons.
• On many occasions, optional shore events are offered as an option that only our group is invited to join.
• Special global relationships that the Hiltons have formed over the years will allow you privileged access opportunities.
• Trips are offered well in advance to give ample time for your future planning.
• Minimum numbers must be met in order for the Hiltons to host the journey.
• The Hiltons reserve the right to adjust the duration of their participation should any schedule conflicts arise.