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some flight segments may be served by United Airlines’ code share
partners.
Day 1 Fly USA to
Cairo (Via Europe)
Day 2 Arrive
Cairo
Welcome to the
largest city in Africa, with 17 million inhabitants spread out over
an area more than four times the size of Paris.
Accommodation: 5
nights – refer to ‘Hotels’ section for detailed information.
Superior: Swiss Inn Golf Pyramids
Deluxe: Mena House Oberoi
Day 3 Memphis, Sakkara, Pyramids and
Sphinx full day tour
Begin with Memphis, ancient capital of Egypt in Pharaonic times, and
the chosen city of the God Ptah. Proceed to Sakkara to see the
famous Step Pyramid of Zoser, the first tall building known to
mankind. After Lunch continue to Giza to see the Pyramids of Cheops,
Chephren, and Mykerinos. Then, visit the Sphinx, the largest single
block sculpture of all time – carved from one solid piece of
limestone.
Day 4 Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Mosques full day tour
Day
4 Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Mosques full day tour
The Egyptian museum is the most important depository of Egyptian
antiquities anywhere in the world. It features artifacts including
the mummies of ancient Egypt’s king and Tutankhamun treasures.
Situated on a spur of the Muqattam Hills, the citadel dominates
Cairo’s skyline and was the nerve center of the city and Egypt for
almost 700 years. Within the citadel is the Alabaster Mosque built
by Mohammed Ali of Sultan Hassan and the Mosque of Al-Refai, which
are among the most majestic monuments of Arab architecture in Egypt.
Visit Khan El Khalili, a famous Cairo bazaar dating back to the late
14th century.
Days 5-6 At
leisure, Cairo
Neatly split
down the middle by the Nile, Cairo contains dozens of neighborhoods
each with its own distinct attractions and character. Cairo's
biggest treats are the Pyramids and Sphinx on the south-western edge
of the city. Marvel at the massive collection of antiquities at the
Egyptian Museum and explore the winding alleys dotted with
old-fashioned coffee shops.
Day 7 Fly Cairo
to USA (Via Europe)
Transfer to the
airport for your departure flights.
*Prices are per person, twin/double share in USD from New York (EWR) and include fuel surcharges. Pricing is based on departures between 5/1/09-5/14/09 and 7/27/09-9/30/09. All travel must be completed by 9/30/09. Call for pricing outside these travel dates. Must book and ticket reservation by 4/30/09. Add on fares are available from most US cities and surcharges may be applied for travel on particular days of the week. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight. Hotels and tours remain subject to availability. US and Foreign Govt. taxes and fees of up to $395 are additional, Passenger Facility Charges and the September 11th Security Fee of up to $10 per person, are not included. Please note blackout dates may apply to holiday and local special event periods. Prices indicated remain subject to change without notice. Additional restrictions and blackout dates may apply. For full details, see United Vacations' Terms & Conditions. CST#2012413-20
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