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2009 Tours
THE BEST OF EGYPT & EAST AFRICA WITH A TASTE OF DUBAI
GRAND TOUR OF CANADA AND ALASKA
SOUTH AMERICA SPECTACULAR
MEDITERRANEAN MARVELS
2010 Tours
EGYPT & EAST AFRICA
UK/IRELAND
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EGYPT AND EAST AFRICA
with a taste of Dubai
2nd February - 1st March, 2009
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LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
Due to cancellations 4 spaces are now available for this tour.
A similar tour will be conducted again in 2010.
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Your escort, Jacquey Turner, has more than 24 years' experience as a highly successful travel agent and tour guide. With this itinerary Jacquey has created a beautifully balanced tour of Egypt and East Africa. Along with the local guides Jacquey will ensure you have a most memorable journey.
TOUR COSTS AND DETAILS | TOUR ITINERARY
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2009 The best of Egypt and East Africa with a taste of Dubai
Visiting Cairo * Luxor * Abu Simbel * Giza * Dubai * Nairobi * Masai Mara * Serengeti * Ngorongoro * Arusha
COST $15799 per person twin share - $2685 single supplement
YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:
- Return economy airfares and taxes with Emirates (Business class upgrade cost available on application)
- Hotel accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities
- Egyptologist guide throughout our time in Egypt
- Experienced driver/guides in East Africa
- Twin bedded outside cabins on 5-star cruise ship on the Nile
- Luxury air-conditioned coach travel in Egypt and Dubai
- Comfortable six seater 4WD safari vehicles in East Africa
- All domestic flights as detailed
- Meals as per itinerary (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
- Sightseeing as per itinerary excluding optional tours
- Visas for Egypt, Kenya and Tanzania as appropriate
- Porterage (one suitcase per person)
- ALL tipping of waiters/restaurant staff at included meals throughout the tour
- ALL tipping of Egyptologist and guides in Egypt
- ALL tipping of crew on Nile cruise boat
- ALL tipping of guides and drivers in Dubai
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COST EXCLUDES
- Travel insurance (a surcharge may apply for passengers over 70 years or if there is a pre-existing medical condition).
- Tipping of driver/guides in Kenya and Tanzania (Allow US$5per person per day)
- Expenses of a personal nature like laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments**, medical expenses.
- Any health requirements. Please contact our office for details on recommended vaccinations etc.
- Option balloon ride in the Serengeti-approx. US$400 per person (2008 cost)
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SPECIAL NOTES
- Flight schedules are subject to change.
- *Special briefing notes on tipping will be provided to you.
- **Camera and video fees are required at most monuments – as much as AUS$5 for video cameras sometimes.
CANCELLATION FEES
If you cancel more than 90 days prior to tour departure, a cancellation fee of $400 (options 1 & 2) and $500 (option 3) will be charged, which cannot be credited to another booking. Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Gippsland Travel Centre. If notice of cancellation is received less than 90 days prior to departure, the following fees apply:
No of days prior to tour departure |
Cancellation fee as a % of tour cost |
90 - 60 days |
30% |
59 - 40 days |
40% |
39 – 16 days |
75% |
15 days – or less |
100% |
2009 ITINERARY OPTIONS
OPTION 1 - EGYPT/DUBAI AND AFRICA - 26 days
As detailed in the itinerary
COST: $15799 per person twin share
$2685 single supplement
OPTION 2 - EGYPT AND DUBAI - 12 days
Mon 2 Feb: Melbourne/Dubai/Cairo with Emirates
Itinerary as detailed in Egypt and Dubai
Sat 15 Feb: Dubai/Melbourne with Emirates
Sun 16 Feb: Arrive Melbourne
COST: $6069 per person twin share
$1270 single supplement
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For further information
PLEASE CONTACT:
JACQUEY TURNER at
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EGYPT AND EAST AFRICA ITINERARY WITH JACQUEY TURNER
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MEALS INCLUDED |
Departs Melbourne 2nd February 2009
Concludes Melbourne 1st March 2009 |
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Transfer from Gippsland to Melbourne Airport , departing in the late evening on Emirates Airlines flying via Dubai to Cairo.
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In-flight meals |
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Arrive CAIRO |
Arrive in Cairo where we will be met and transferred to the MARRIOTT HOTEL for a 2-night stay. After a welcome briefing we will have the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
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| Wednesday 4 February |
CAIRO SIGHTSEEING |
Morning guided tour of the Cairo Museum of Antiquities to see the fabulous collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts, including the stunning treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb. Entrance is also included into the Mummy Room.
Lunch at a local restaurant (own expense).
After lunch we shall visit the Citadel of Saladin and the Mohammed Ali mosque. At the end of our sightseeing we shall venture out to the world famous Khan el Khalili bazaar for browsing and shopping. MARRIOTT HOTEL
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| Thursday 5 February |
CAIRO - LUXOR |
| Friday 6 February |
Nile Cruise LUXOR - EDFU |
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Nile Cruise EDFU - KOM-OMBO |
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Nile Cruise KOM-OMBO - ASWAN |
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ASWAN - ABU SIMBEL - CAIRO |
After breakfast we disembark to explore the High Dam. Then we visit the Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae and the massive Unfinished Obelisk lying in the granite quarry nearby. Afterwards, we enjoy a once in a lifetime opportunity on an excursion to the mighty Sun Temple of Abu Simbel, flanked by four giant stone statues of Ramses II. The temple was reclaimed from the dam and reconstructed in its present and unforgettable location. Finally, we transfer to the airport for our return flight to Cairo and a transfer to the LE MERIDIEN for a stay of two nights.
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| Tuesday 10 February |
CAIRO |
This morning we drive to Memphis where we see the limestone Colossus of Ramses II and the giant Alabaster Sphinx. Next we continue to Sakkara where the Step Pyramid heralded the start of the pyramid age. From here prepare yourself for a breathtaking experience, as we marvel at one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Giza, and the Sphinx, which casts its enigmatic gaze across the sands of the desert. We'll also view the Solar Boat. In the evening we will enjoy a sound & light show at Giza followed by a Farewell to Egypt Dinner at our hotel LE MERIDIEN
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| Wednesday 11 February |
CAIRO to ALEXANDRIA |
Morning guided tour of the Cairo Museum of Antiquities to see the fabulous collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts, including the stunning treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb. Entrance is also included into the Mummy Room.
Lunch at a local restaurant (own expense). After lunch we shall visit the Citadel of Saladin and the Mohammed Ali mosque. At the end of our sightseeing we shall venture out to the world famous Khan el Khalili bazaar for browsing and shopping. MARRIOTT HOTEL
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| Thursday 12 February |
ALEXANDRIA-DUBAI |
After breakfast we will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Alexandria before our late morning transfer to the Alexandria airport for our lunchtime flight to Dubai. On arrival we will be met by our local guide and transferred to the SHERATON DUBAI CREEK & TOWERS for a 3-night stay. Dinner on board the aircraft.
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Enjoy a fascinating and historical morning city tour of Dubai. Visit the magnificent Jumeira Mosque, passing modern palaces sprawled along the coast. Stop in Bastakia to admire the old wind tower house built by wealthy merchants and the nearby one hundred and fifty year old Al Fahidi Fort, where the Dubai Museum maintains the historical importance as a pearl diving and trading centre. Continue by “abra” or a local water taxi, across the Dubai Creek to the modern metropolis of Dubai. The tour will end with a visit along bustling alleys to the gold and spice souks where you can buy some of the finest and purest gold in the world. Return to our hotel with the afternoon at leisure. SHERATON DUBAI CREEK & TOWERS
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| Saturday 14 February |
DUBAI |
The morning is at leisure to enjoy the facilities of the hotel or maybe a walk along the creek. In the afternoon we depart for our exciting “desert safari barbeque”. Leaving the bustling city behind we will head off by 4WD on a thrilling journey over rolling dunes, deep into the heart of the desert for an Arabian feast beneath the stars. SHERATON DUBAI CREEK & TOWERS
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| Sunday 15 February |
NAIROBI |
Early morning transfer to Dubai Airport and we board our flight to Nairobi, Kenya.
Arrive in Nairobi where a Wildlife Safari representative will assist us through immigration and customs before transferring terminals to board our special charter flight to the Masai Mara. Our Wildlife Safari 4WD and guides will meet us on arrival and we embark on a short game drive on the way to our luxury safari lodge. Arrive at our lodge perched on the summit of a hill overlooking the vast savannah plains for a four night stay. MARA SERENA LODGE
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| Monday 16 February |
MASAI MARA |
A day in the Masai Mara with early morning and late afternoon game viewing drives. Vast herds of wildebeest and zebra wander across the Mara grasslands, their numbers increasing during the annual migration from the Serengeti. Lion, leopard and cheetah can be found at close quarters, while crocodile and hippo congregate in the Mara and Talek Rivers.MARA SERENA LODGE |
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| Tuesday 17 February |
MASAI MARA |
Today we have a full day of game viewing in the Mara with early morning and late afternoon 4WD drives with our guide. Those taking the option of the balloon flight (own expense)will have an early start!
Set at an altitude of 1,650 meters, the rolling grasslands of the Masai Mara offer some of nature's most dramatic spectacles. Year-round the Mara is rich in resident wildlife.
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| Wednesday 18 February |
MASAI MARA |
Apart from the better known species already mentioned there are numerous opportunities to add some of the rarer and less frequently seen animals to your list such as roan antelope, bat eared fox, topi and wild dog. MARA SERENA LODGE
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| Thursday 19 February |
SERENGETI |
An early departure for the Kenya/Tanzania border, crossing at Isbania. Enter Tanzania and continue towards the Serengeti National Park with a lunch stop at a safari lodge. Late afternoon arrival at your safari lodge in the heart of the Serengeti for a two night stay. SERENGETI SERENA LODGE
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| Friday 20 February |
SERENGETI |
The day will be spent game viewing in the Serengeti with picnic lunch along the way. It is not unusual to find twenty to thirty lion in a single pride resting under shady acacia trees during the day. SERENGETI SERENA LODGE
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| Saturday 21 February |
OLDUVAI GORGE - NGORONGORO |
Continue this morning over the open plains, game viewing en route to Ngorongoro Crater. Stop for lunch at Ndutu Lodge and visit Olduvai Gorge and tour the small museum housing a small collection of archeological artifacts. Arrive at your safari lodge built on the crater rim with an optional guided walking tour of the crater rim with the lodge naturalist. NGORONGORO SERENA LODGE
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| Sunday 22 February |
NGORONGORO-LAKE MANYARA |
We will leave the lodge for an early morning descent by 4WD onto the Ngorongoro crater floor for a quiet picnic breakfast in the acacia forest. The magnificent black maned lion rules unchallenged over this vast domain. The crater lake is home to thousands of flamingos that migrate along the Great Rift Valley lakes where elephant, buffalo and rhino can also be seen. We will return to our safari lodge for a late lunch before proceeding during the afternoon to the LAKE MANYARA SERENA LODGE built on the Great Rift Valley rim for a 2-night stay.
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| Monday 23 February |
LAKE MANYARA |
Early morning game viewing around Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions, often found resting in the branches of the acacia trees. Giraffe, baboons and pink flamingo are also abundant in and around Lake Manyara National Park.
We will return to our lodge for lunch and an afternoon at leisure to relax by the pool.
LAKE MANYARA SERENA LODGE
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| Tuesday 24 February |
LAKE MANYARA - ARUSHA |
After breakfast we will drive to Arusha arriving in time for lunch at KIGONGONI LODGE where we will stay for three nights.
The afternoon is at leisure to relax by the pool or we can head into town for a little look around - the choice will be yours.
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| Wednesday 25 February |
ARUSHA |
The next two days are at leisure to explore Arusha and the surrounding area. As this is Jacquey’s 'home' in Tanzania, there will be the opportunity to venture into local villages and markets, wander the bustling streets of the Arusha township and visit local coffee and flower farms for those who are interested. There will also be an option to tour local projects supported by Australian aid. Drinks will be hosted on the verandah of Jacquey’s home this evening. KIGONGONI LODGE
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