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Detailed Itinerary Summary

All the unique and authentic experiences of Adventure Travel wrapped in African Gold

For the ultimate luxury experience, if you want to explore the world’s most spectacular destinations in style, then our premier Safaris are for you. You will stay in some of the most exquisite accommodation around, travelling in comfort, whilst still experiencing the spirit of the country. Retire to exclusive and elegant hotel and ambient camps which provide exquisite personalized service, first rate game viewing and refined cuisine. Travel by air and see scenic landscapes as you save precious time between safari locations.

Day 1: Cairo

Arrive Cairo International Airport. Your local representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel for check-in. Cairo, one of t...

On this day	Arrive Cairo International Airport. Your local representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel for check-in. Cairo, one of the world’s largest urban areas, is constantly full of life and movement with honking horns, children playing, and merchants selling their wears. You’ll find everything in this modern and ancient city from the world’s greatest archaeological sites to the grandest accommodations and restaurants.
Accommodation	Conrad Hotel
Rooming	Standard en-suite room
Included Activities	Airport arrival transfer

Day 2: Cairo

Your Egyptologist will meet you at the hotel to escort you on an unforgettable tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza. The only present-day survivors of t...

On this day	Your Egyptologist will meet you at the hotel to escort you on an unforgettable tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza. The only present-day survivors of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Your tour today includes an opportunity to enter inside one of these fabulous monuments and explore the mysteries of its ancient past for yourself. No trip to Egypt would be complete without a ride on a “ship of the desert”, and so you will have an opportunity to mount your individual camel for a short ride across the sands of Giza to the Sphinx. Experience Egypt’s long and rich history in our exciting double tour to the city of Memphis and the necropolis of Sakkara. Return to the hotel and enjoy the balance of your day at leisure.
Accommodation	Conrad Hotel
Rooming	Standard en-suite room
Meals	Breakfast
Included Activities	Visit of Pyramids, camel ride, Sphinx, Sakkara & Memphis

Day 3: Cairo

After breakfast at the hotel you have a full day of sightseeing in Cairo to look forward to. You may choose two of the following half-day tours. The M...

On this day	After breakfast at the hotel you have a full day of sightseeing in Cairo to look forward to. You may choose two of the following half-day tours. The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities: Your Egyptologist will escort you today on a fascinating tour of 7,000 years of Egyptian history with a visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. Coptic Cairo: here you will find the remains of the old Fortress of Babylon, the walls of the fortress enclose the Church of St. Sergius, You will also see the “Hanging Church”, supported by only one column, and boasting incredible paintings inside. Visit the Synagogue of Ben Ezra. You will also enter the Coptic Museum, which displays a wonderful collection of medieval statues, bells, bone carvings, frescoes, icons and colourful textiles. Islamic Cairo: Take a fascinating tour of Islamic Cairo, including the beautiful and graceful Mohamed Ali Mosque and the ancient Citadel. Proceed to the fascinating Khan El-Khalili Bazaar – reputed to be the largest bazaar in the Middle East. Originally founded as a watering stop for caravanserai in the 14th century, the bazaar has now grown to vast proportions. As you wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets you will find workshops and stalls selling all manner of things from woodwork, glassware and leather goods to perfumes, fabrics and Paranoiac curiosities.
Accommodation	Conrad Hotel
Rooming	Standard en-suite room
Meals	Breakfast
Included Activities	Choice of two of the following day tours: The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, Coptic Cairo and Islamic Cairo, returning to Hotel

Day 4: Aswan

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, your local representative will meet you at your hotel and escort you to the Cairo Domestic Airport in an air-c...

On this day	After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, your local representative will meet you at your hotel and escort you to the Cairo Domestic Airport in an air-conditioned bus. Where you will board your flight to Aswan. Here you have the option of visiting Abu Simbel (at an extra cost). An airport representative will assist you with check-in for your short flight to Abu Simbel. Once in Aswan you are met by cruise staff and transferred to the boat dock where you arrive on your 5-star deluxe Nile cruise boat. This afternoon, your Egyptologist guide will escort you to visit the Aswan High Dam, Take a short motorboat ride to visit the romantic and majestic Philae Temple on the Island of Agilka. Next we proceed to the Granite Quarries, which holds a huge unfinished Obelisk. When you return to your cruise, a relaxing afternoon tea will be served in the lounge. Captain’s Cocktail Party and gourmet dinner: Tonight you will be greeted by your Boat Manager, who will introduce you to the boat staff and review on-board facilities and your cruise program for the next few days. Complimentary Egyptian wine and local beer will be served, together with a selection of canapés at the evening Captains Cocktail Party.
Accommodation	Nile Cruise Boat
Rooming	Standard en-suite cabin
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities	Flight to Aswan, visit of High Dam, Philae Temple and Unfinished Obelisk. OPTIONAL Abu Simbel excursion. Evening Captains Cocktail Party

Day 5: Aswan -Kom Ombu-Edfu-Esna

Enjoy a breakfast buffet on board, while you cruise to Kom Ombo where you will visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile-god Sobek. The...

On this day	Enjoy a breakfast buffet on board, while you cruise to Kom Ombo where you will visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile-god Sobek. The temple stands at a bend in the Nile where in ancient times sacred crocodiles basked in the sun on the riverbank. Return to your boat for lunch on board, while you cruise to Edfu.This afternoon, explore the largest and most completely preserved Pharaonic – albeit Greek-built – temple in Egypt, the extraordinary Temple of Horus at Edfu.Afternoon tea will be served while you cruise to Esna. Tonight’s dinner on board will be an “Egyptian Night” costume party for all guests, with a chance to dress up in traditional Egyptian “galabeyas”. Dinner will be a lavish buffet of Egyptian specialties, followed by oriental music and dancing for everyone.
Accommodation	Nile Cruise Boat
Rooming	Standard en-suite cabin
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities	Visit of Kom Ombo and Edfu temples. Egyptian night themed party

Day 6: Esna-Luxor

Begin your day with a visit to the West Bank of Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings, a vast City of the Dead where magnificent tombs were carved...

On this day	Begin your day with a visit to the West Bank of Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings, a vast City of the Dead where magnificent tombs were carved into the desert rocks, decorated richly, and filled with treasures for the afterlife by generations of Pharaohs. You will also have the chance to visit at least one tomb in the Valley of the Queens such as the Hatshepsut Temple. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Ancient Egypt’s only female Pharaoh) merges with the sheer limestone cliffs that surround it, as if nature herself had built this extraordinary monument. On the way back to the river Nile, your road passes by the famed Colossi of Memnon, known in Ancient Greek times for their haunting voices at dawn. This afternoon your Egyptologist will guide you on a tour of the East Bank of Luxor, starting with the strikingly graceful Temple of Luxor dedicated to the god Amun. Proceed to the Temple of Karnak, built over more than a thousand years by generations of Pharaohs. The great “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giant pillars, covering an area larger than the whole of Notre Dame Cathedral. Return to your cruise for afternoon tea on board. Tonight’s farewell dinner will be a formal gala dinner, with white-gloved waiters serving gourmet cuisine.
Accommodation	Nile Cruise Boat
Rooming	Standard en-suite cabin
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities	Visit to the Valley of the Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut Temple and photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise boat for lunch. Afternoon visit to the Luxor & Karnak Temple

Day 7: Luxor-Cairo-Nairobi

Very early breakfast buffet on board, and check out of the Cruise boat. You will be transferred to the Luxor Domestic Airport for you scheduled flight...

On this day	Very early breakfast buffet on board, and check out of the Cruise boat. You will be transferred to the Luxor Domestic Airport for you scheduled flight to Cairo. Arriving in Cairo, you are met and transferred to the Fairmont Hotel or similar where a dayroom is arranged. Spend the day at leisure doing some last minute shopping or sightseeing. This evening/late afternoon transfer to the Cairo International Airport for your outbound international flight to Nairobi, Kenya. You will be met at the Jomo Kenyatta Airport in Nairobi and transferred to your hotel in the city centre.
Accommodation	Nairobi Serena Hotel
Rooming	Standard en-suite room
Meals	Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities	Transfer to the Luxor Domestic Airport for your scheduled flight to Cairo. Transfer to the International airport for your flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Airport arrival transfer in Nairobi to city centre hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 8: Lake Nakuru

You have the morning at leisure before we depart for Lake Nakuru (approximately 11am) , stopping en-route at various Great Rift Valley viewpoints befo...

On this day	You have the morning at leisure before we depart for Lake Nakuru (approximately 11am) , stopping en-route at various Great Rift Valley viewpoints before enjoying lunch on arrival and experiencing our first afternoon game drive in the extraordinary national park. Lake Nakuru is a shallow soda lake, renowned for its huge concentration of flamingos and over 460 species of birds. Kenya's fourth largest town and the capital of the Rift Valley province, Nakuru, meaning dusty place in the Masai language, is a cheerful and vibrant agricultural town with a variety of coulourful local markets. The alkaline lake's abundance of algae attracts the large quantity of flamingos, estimated into the thousands, that famously line the shore. The park has recently been enlarged partly to provide the sanctuary for the black rhino. There are also a number of Rothschild giraffe and numerous other mammals can be seen, including zebra, impala, gazelle, waterbuck, lion, warthog, bushbuck, many buffalo, and even at times leopard.
Accommodation	Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
Rooming	Standard en-suite tent
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities	Morning at leisure, depart for Lake Nakuru National park at approximately 11 am. Road transfer to Nakuru and afternoon game drive in the park

Day 9: Masai Mara Game Reserve

We head south-west to our next destination, the Masai Mara - arguably one of the finest game reserves in Africa. The area is known for its rolling gre...

On this day	We head south-west to our next destination, the Masai Mara - arguably one of the finest game reserves in Africa. The area is known for its rolling green plains and riverine woodlands. The jewel in Africa’s crown the Mara is host to the most spectacular array of wildlife. Her 320 square kilometres of open savannah, woodlands and tree-lined rivers creates an ecosystem that supports huge numbers of bird and mammal species. The western border of the park is the spectacular Siria Escarpment, and together with the acacia dotted plains, creates scenery of stunning beauty. Lion are found in abundance throughout the park, as are elephant, giraffe, a variety of gazelle species and zebra. Cheetah and leopard are also regularly seen and, if lucky, you may also find rhino. Game viewing is never dull in the Mara. The annual wildebeest migration traditionally is present in the Mara from July to September, and at this time nature’s dramas unfold before your very eyes at every turn. As well as wildlife, the Masai Mara is also home to many members of the colourful Maasai tribe who may be seen around the borders of the park – morans (warriors) loping across the plains. In the afternoon you have the choice to either set out on afternoon game drive in the park or spend the afternoon relaxing at the camp.
Accommodation	Mara Serena Lodge
Rooming	Standard en-suite room
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities	Morning road transfer to the Masai Mara, stopping en-route for lunch. Optional late afternoon optional game drive.

Day 10: Masai Mara Game Reserve

A full day is spent exploring the park in both morning and afternoon game drives in the Mara. Game viewing is never dull in the Mara, and patience is...

On this day	A full day is spent exploring the park in both morning and afternoon game drives in the Mara. Game viewing is never dull in the Mara, and patience is often rewarded with unique sightings: a pride of lion stalking their prey; a solitary leopard retrieving its kill from the high branches of an acacia tree; or even a herd of elephant protecting their young from opportunistic predators. In the afternoon we enjoy a fascinating encounter with Kenya’s iconic Maasai herders during an cultural homestead visit. This warrior tribe of nomadic pastrolists are descendants of Nilotic and Cushitic people originally from north of Lake Turkana over 10 centuries ago. Their life is dominated by their herds of their cattle and livestock. They often move hundreds of kilometers with large herds of livestock in search of water and rich pastures. Their diet is based on fresh / curdled milk and meat from their livestock. Centuries ago the Maasai were feared as ruthless conquerors and cattle rustlers who invaded other tribal areas in search of bigger grazing land and more cattle. The Maasai are also famous for drinking a mixture of cattle blood and milk during ceremonial rites. Cattle are the mainstay of the traditional Maasai way of life, and their importance is embedded deep into the hearts and minds of these peoples. So much so that one of the traditional maasai beliefs was that God sent all the cattle down to earth only for the Maasai.
Accommodation	Mara Serena Lodge
Rooming	Standard en-suite room
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities	Morning and afternoon game drives in the park, with a visit to a traditional Masai Manyatta.

Day 11: Masai Mara Game Reserve

You have another full day to enjoy the splendors of the Masai Mara. There will also be the option to take a balloon safari over the Masai Mara plains...

On this day	You have another full day to enjoy the splendors of the Masai Mara. There will also be the option to take a balloon safari over the Masai Mara plains (at an extra cost). OPTIONAL: Balloon Safari. As the balloon is inflated against the first rays of sunrise your pilot will go through safety procedures. It’s then time to climb aboard. Once aloft, the balloon floats gently over the plains, giving a bird’s eye view of the game below as the sun creeps slowly over the horizon. Spread beneath you is a panorama of Africa – elephants looking improbably small; giraffe browsing amongst the treetops; antelope grazing; a pair of lionesses stalking a herd of wildebeest; an eagle guarding his eerie; and cheetah glancing up as the shadow of the huge balloon crosses their paths. After around one hour the balloon lands. The afternoon is available for a game viewing.
Accommodation	Mara Serena Lodge
Rooming	Standard en-suite room
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities	Morning optional Hot Air Balloon safari or morning game drive. Afternoon game drive

Day 12: Nairobi

After a leisurely breakfast in the bush experience, you will bid the lodge staff farewell and transfer to the Mara Airstrip for your scheduled flight...

On this day	After a leisurely breakfast in the bush experience, you will bid the lodge staff farewell and transfer to the Mara Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Wilson Airport. On arrival you will be met and taken to a restaurant for lunch and then to a hotel where you can relax in your dayroom. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure and dinner is on your own arrangements. This evening you will be taken to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight.
Accommodation	Nairobi Serena Hotel
Rooming	Day room
Meals	Breakfast
Included Activities	(Breakfast in the bush) Morning at leisure or optional game drive. Transfer to the airstrip to board regional flight to Nairobi. Arrival transfer to restaurant for lunch and then to a hotel with a day room available. Airport departure transfer to International airport for your outbound flight

 

 

 

 

If you require pre or post tour accommodation this can be organised through our offices.  For travellers wishing to extend their stay, joining tours and short extensions are available.

The establishments used, travel distance and travel times as shown on this itinerary may be subject to change and are approximate only, as travel distances and times especially, are dependent on many tour factors that may be beyond our control. The Rooming description below is based on standard en suite/twin share rooms, however single or triple rooms can be arranged on request. Day rooms expire at 6pm.

Flying Doctors Coverage: Covers you within East Africa for the duration of your tour. In the eventuality of a medical emergency, you will be airlifted to Nairobi where you will be taken to a good hospital. Hospital bills are born by the patient.

Rates & Prices

Dates & Availability

Duration	12 days	Code	PNEK

Select a departure:

Season	Price
02) 1 -24 April and 26 April - 30 June 2011	R 42,465
04) 22 Dec 2011 - 2 January 2012	R 43,570
04) 3 Jan - 31 March and 22 -24 April and 1 Nov - 22 Dec 2012	R 43,085
05) 1 -24 April and 26 April - 30 June 2012	R 42,465
06) 1 July - 31 Oct 2012	R 43,430
07) 22 Dec 2012 - 2 Jan 2013	R 43,570

Discounts

EGYPT SECTION

WHATS INCLUDED

Meet & assist at Cairo International Airport.
Service of Travel Trails tours Representatives
Arrival and departure transfer
Three nights at Cairo 5 stars hotel (Conrad Hotel) on BB Basis.
One night at 5 stars hotel Cairo (Fairmont Hotel) on BB Basis.
Three nights on a 5 stars deluxe Nile cruise starting from Awan to Luxor on Full Board basis.
All transportation on air-condition private vehicles.
Choice of two Half Day Cairo tours
Domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan (One Way)
Domestic flight from Luxor to Cairo (One Way)
English speaking tour guides at sites.
Entrance fees. (Museum, Pyramids, Citadel, Memphis, Saqqara, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor temple, VOK, Hatshepsute, VOQ, High dam, Philae, Unfinished obelisk)
Camel Ride at the Pyramids
Services of local offices in Egypt with 24-hour emergency contact.
Government taxes and levies.
Meals as indicated. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Departure transfer

 

WHATS EXCLUDED

International airfare, airport departure and taxes.
Visa entry to Egypt.
Abu Simbel.
Dinner cruise in Cairo
Tipping Kitty
Extra meals more than listed as part of the itinerary
Entrance fees for any sites not listed in the itinerary.
Items of a personal nature.
Any item not specified in the “Inclusions”.
Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages.
Any transfers not mentioned in the attached detailed itinerary.
Any sightseeing not mentioned in the attached detailed itinerary.
Travel insurance.
Gratuities.
Telephone calls.

 Christmas Gala Dinner in Egypt on the 24th of December or New Year Gala Dinner on the 31st December Supplement:

Supplement per person in USD: 180 USD

Abu Simbel Option by Air:
Cost will be 290 USD per person includes:
Service of Local Representative
Entrance fees.
Airport transfer on a private vehicle.

KENYA SECTION

WHATS INCLUDED
                                                                                                               
Arrival & Departure airport transfers
Transportation in 4x4 safari vehicle
International flight – Cairo to Nairobi (One way)
Regional flight Masai Mara to Nairobi (One way)
Accommodation per itinerary or similar
Services of a professional local driver guide  
Excursions & activities as per itinerary
Meals as per itinerary, B-Breakfast, L-Lunch and D-Dinner
National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary
All meet and greet services

 WHATS EXCLUDED

Visas and related costs
Personal Border Taxes
Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature
International flights and arrival and departure taxes
Meals not listed on the itinerary
Travel and personal accident insurance
Personal climbing gear and accessories

Tour Inclusions

Arrival & Departure airport transfers, Transportation, Accommodation per itinerary or similar, Meals as per itinerary B-Breakfast, L-Lunch and D-Dinner, National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary, Excursions & activities as per itinerary, Services of an English speaking driver/guide, All meet and greet services

Trip Details

What's Included

Arrival & Departure airport transfers, Transportation, Accommodation per itinerary or similar, Meals as per itinerary B-Breakfast, L-Lunch and D-Dinner, National park & game reserve entrance fees as per itinerary, Excursions & activities as per itinerary, Services of an English speaking driver/guide, All meet and greet services

What's Excluded

Visas and related costs, Personal Border Taxes, Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls and other items of a personal nature, Meals not listed on the itinerary, Travel and personal accident insurance, Optional excursions and activities

Transport

Transfers and sightseeing in Cairo in air-conditioned private vehicles on a private basis. Three nights cruise on the Nile, a luxury five-star cruise boat. Domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan, Luxor-Cairo-Nairobi, Nairobi to Masai Mara and Masai Mara to Nairobi return.

Guiding

Services of a private English-speaking Egyptologist in Cairo (sightseeing on private basis at sites). Services of an on-board resident English-speaking Egyptologist on the Nile Cruise. Meet & greet service. English speaking tour guide in Kenya.

Accommodation

Hotel/Lodges (7nts) Cruise Ship (3nts) and Day rooms (2)

Meals

11 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches and 7 Dinners

Transfers

Arrival and Departure transfers are included in this tour; therefore travellers need to supply us with their flight details as soon as possible. If you require a pre and post tour accommodation this can be organised through our offices.

Optional Extras

All prices quoted are accurate on publication but subject to change. Prices will be confirmed or requoted on enquiry.

We are able to pre-book a wide range of services not listed here, please contact us should you require more information

It is recommended to pre-book the Masai Mara ballooning activity along with your tour as it is very popular and at times "sold out". Subject to availability you can also book this with your tour guide at the start of the safari. Your guide will confirm your booking with the Balloon company during the tour.

Activities & Excursions

• Christmas Gala Dinner: 24th Dec $150 pp
• New Years Gala Dinner: 31 Dec $150 pp
• Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi set meal $30
• Bomas of Kenya- Nairobi $9
• Masai Mara Balloon Safari $499
• Masai Mara walking safari $25

Flights

• Nairobi to Zanzibar
• Nairobi to Mombasa

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