Last Wonders of Egypt & Kenya
Journey to the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, the Great Pyramid of Giza. And discover one of the world’s last remaining natural migration sites, Kenya’s Masai Mara. Along the way, cruise the Nile for three days and nights on a luxurious yacht, marvel at the Valley of the Kings, track rhinos in the remote Solio sanctuary, watch lions stalking their prey in Samburu National Park and immerse yourself in the traditional life of the Masai in Kenya.Itinerary
Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be welcomed by your Cox & Kings local representative and transferred to your hotel, which overlooks the Nile. Four Seasons Nile Plaza – 3-nights
Discover the Great Pyramids at Giza and the fascinating Solar Boat Museum. Spend your afternoon visiting Memphis and Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid. This evening attend the thrilling Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids. (B)
Tour the renowned Egyptian Museum. Enjoy lunch at Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant, then stroll through the ancient Khan el-Khalili market. (B, L)
Fly south to Abu Simbel to see the Temples of Ramses II. Then it’s onward to Aswan to board your Nile cruiser. Enjoy lunch on board, then visit the High Dam and the graceful Temple of Philae. Alexander the Great Nile Yacht – 3-nights (B, L, D)
Sail north to Kom Ombo to see the temple shared by the gods Sobek and Harocies. Reboard your ship in time for lunch. Continue downriver to Edfu and the temple of the falcon god Horus. (B, L, D)
Disembark in Luxor to visit the West Bank and explore the tombs in the stunning Valley of Kings. Then it’s on to the striking Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Return to the ship for lunch before continuing your exploration of Luxor with a visit to Karnak and the Luxor Temple. (B, L, D)
Today disembark and transfer to your hotel. through the Luxor Museum and this evening attend the Sound & Light Show at Karnak. Hilton Luxor Hotel – 1-night (B)
Fly via Cairo to Nairobi, Kenya. (B)
Early morning arrival and transfer to your hotel for a guaranteed early check-in. After resting for a while, embark on some sightseeing in Kenya’s capital. Fairmont The Norfolk – 1-night (B)
Fly to Samburu National Park in Northern Kenya in time for an afternoon game drive. Elephant Bedroom Camp – 2-nights (B, L, D)
Enjoy game drives seeking elephants, predators and the unique species of this area: reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich. (B, L, D)
Fly to Solio Game Reserve, the first rhino sanctuary in the world. The setting is stunning, nestled between Mount Kenya and the Aberdares Mountains in northern Kenya. Solio Lodge – 2-nights (B, L, D)
Game drives will allow you to view black and white rhino, which live in harmony alongside plains game and antelopes as well and predators. (B, L, D)
Fly to the famed Masai Mara today in time for lunch and a game drive. Your luxurious tented camp is situated within the private, 30,000-acre Olare Orok Conservancy bordering Masai Mara National Reserve. Mara Plains Camp – 3-nights (B, L, D)
Search for lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino and more within the Masai Mara — and enjoy guided walks and night game drives. (B, L, D)
Fly to Nairobi. You will have a dayroom at Fairmont The Norfolk. Connect to your onward flight this evening. (B, L)
Extend Your Journey
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Tanzania by Canvas
Secrets of Southern Tanzania
Mozambique's Northern Passage
Rwanda: Great Ape Safari
Zanzibar: The Spice Island
Seychelles: Jewel of the Indian Ocean
Northern Ethiopia: The Historic Route
- Witness the fantastic sound-and-light show at the Great Pyramids at Giza
- Discover the legendary treasures of Tutankhamun in the Egyptian Museum
- Spend a glorious three days and nights cruising the Nile on an elegant yacht
- Stroll through history in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings
- Search for the unique species of Samburu National Park
- Track wildlife in Solio, the world’s first rhino sanctuary
- Marvel at predators and prey in the famed Masai Mara
17 DAYS & 16 NIGHTS
Cairo, Abu Simbel, Nile River, Nairobi, Samburu National Park & Masai Mara
2012 Dates:
Jan 18 - Apr
Standard Accomm.
Single Supplement
Internal Air
Prices From:
$9,980
$2,930
$2,540
Note:
A supplement of $730 per person applies to April 3 - 17, 2012. Internal airfare subject to change. Upon request, your travel consultant can provide an exact price based on your specific dates of travel.
Includes:
Accommodation, breakfast daily and other meals as noted, full board and twice-daily game drives while on safari, entrance fees, and all transfers and touring with local English-speaking guides. Private Journeys depart daily subject to availability.