First Class Europe 2011: Rome Athens and Cairo plus 7 Night Cruise 2011
Tour Type: City Breaks
Brochure Type: First Class Europe 2011
Enjoy stunning views of the mighty Colosseum and Circus Maximus and explore the Sistine Chapel in Rome, before a guided tour of incredible Athens with its Acropolis and Parthenon. In Cairo prepare yourself to see the fascinating Egyptian Museum and of course, Giza's breathtaking Great Pyramids.
Sightseeing Highlights
Brochure Type: First Class Europe 2011
Enjoy stunning views of the mighty Colosseum and Circus Maximus and explore the Sistine Chapel in Rome, before a guided tour of incredible Athens with its Acropolis and Parthenon. In Cairo prepare yourself to see the fascinating Egyptian Museum and of course, Giza's breathtaking Great Pyramids.
Sightseeing Highlights
- Rome Enjoy views of the Forum, Colosseum and Circus Maximus. An expert guided tour of the Sistine Chapel and St Peters is also included.
- Athens Guided tour of the city as well as an included guided visit to the Acropolis to see the Parthenon.
- Cairo Includes a visit to the Egyptian Museum as well as a trip to Giza to see the Great Pyramids. Orientation of the city.
- Buffet Breakfast daily.
- First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- Sightseeing by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
- A qualified local city guide in Rome, Athens and Cairo.
- The services of a Trafalgar Representative in Rome, Athens and Cairo.
- Flight from Rome to Athens and Athens to Cairo including associated airport transfers.
- A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map.
- Airport transfers are provided on Day 2 and Day 11, conditions apply.
Call (302) 478-6512 for more information or to book today! Mention code 10565070
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2012
- Duration
- 19 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Depart USA | DEPART USA: Overnight flight to Rome. |
| Day 2 | Rome | ARRIVE ROME (3 nights): Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome! During the reign of the Roman Empire this was the most important political and cultural capital and the influence of this city on our modern day lives is still evident today. After all it is said that 'all roads lead to Rome'! Since the second century this city has been the seat of the Papacy and the Roman Catholic religion. After check-in to your hotel, the remainder of your day is at leisure to relax. Your local representative will meet you at the hotel this evening for a Welcome Drink to discuss your itinerary and provide suggestions on how to get the most out of your stay. Milton (First Class) |
| Day 3 | Rome | ROME SIGHTSEEING: Today's highlight is the magnificent Sistine Chapel and St Peters Basilica. Enjoy an included guided visit with a local expert guide into the Chapel to admire the ceiling painted by Michelangelo. Later you will see another of his masterpieces in St Peters - the marble sculpture, The Pieta. This afternoon cross the Tiber to see the remains of ancient Rome with views of the Forum, Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Later time to relax or explore further. Your local representative will propose various recommended restaurants for you to consider for dinner. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 4 | Rome | ROME AT LEISURE: After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure to explore or relax in this fabulous city! Perhaps go shopping down the Via del Corso and stop for a gelato or visit one of the many museums and attractions on offer. Your local representative will give you suggestions on excursions which are available. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 5 | Athens | ROME - ATHENS (3 nights): Today you will be transferred to the airport in Rome for your flight to the Greek capital city - Athens. This fascinating city is one of the worlds oldest with around 3,400 years of recorded history. It is widely referred to as the cradle of Western and the birthplace of democracy. Once home to Plato's Academy and Aristotle's Lyceum, it is still a for the arts, philosophy and education today. After checking in to your hotel you will be met by your local representative who will discuss the in Athens and the options available to you. Perhaps consider a dinner in the famous Plaka area this evening? (Buffet Breakfast) Park Hotel (Superior First Class) |
| Day 6 | Athens | ATHENS SIGHTSEEING: This morning you will be met at the hotel after breakfast by your local expert guide who will take you on an included sightseeing tour of the city's main sights. You will also visit the impressive Parthenon on the Acropolis. This is one of the most important buildings of classical Greece and many political and social events have taken place here over the years. Construction began in the year 447 BC before it was finally completed sixteen years later in 431 BC. Dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena it is known as the protector of the people of Athens. Later time to relax or explore further. Your representative will suggest some locations for you to consider for dinner. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 7 | Athens | ATHENS AT LEISURE: After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure to do whatever you wish in this fabulous city! Perhaps consider a day cruise from Piraeus to see some of the beautiful Greek Islands including Poros, Hydra and Aegina. Or why not consider taking an excursion to Cape Sounion. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 8 | Cairo | ATHENS - CAIRO (3 nights): Today you will be transferred to the airport in Athens for your flight to Cairo - "The City of a Thousand Minarets". Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Cairo is the largest city in Africa and the Arab World and has a treasure chest of interesting museums, shopping areas and nightlife. After checking in to your hotel you will be met by your representative who will discuss the in Cairo and the options available to you. Perhaps consider a traditional Egyptian folklore show this evening? (Buffet Breakfast) Ramses Hilton (Moderate Deluxe) |
| Day 9 | Cairo | CAIRO SIGHTSEEING: This morning after breakfast your local expert guide will take you to the Egyptian Museum, home of King Tutankhamun's priceless treasures which were discovered by Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings in 1922. En route you will be shown some of the sights of this bustling city. This afternoon you will take a drive out of the city to Giza to marvel at one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the Great Pyramids of Giza. The Sphinx which casts its enigmatic gaze across the sands of the desert will also be seen. Your evening will be at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 10 | Cairo | CAIRO AT LEISURE: After breakfast, enjoy a full day to do whatever you wish in this fascinating city. Cairo offers an incredible selection of shopping, leisure and nightlife activities. Shopping ranges from the famous Khan el-Khalili souk, largely unchanged since the 14th century, to modern air-conditioned malls. Particularly good buys are spices, perfumes, gold, silver, carpets, brass and copperware, leatherwork, glass, ceramics and mashrabiya. Your representative will give you suggestions on excursions which are available for your consideration. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 11 | Nile Cruise | CAIRO - LUXOR - DENDERA - NILE CRUISE (7 nights): Take an early morning flight to Luxor. Upon arrival you will visit the gigantic temple complex of Karnak. Later board your cruise ship in time for lunch. This afternoon cruise northwards on the Nile to Dendera for your overnight stay. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 12 | Luxor | NILE CRUISE: DENDERA - LUXOR: This morning visit Dendera Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Hathor, with its sunken relief of Cleopatra with Caesarion, her son by Julius Caesar. Reboard your ship and sail back to Luxor to visit the grand Temple of Luxor. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 13 | Edfu | NILE CRUISE: LUXOR - EDFU: Today visit the West Bank and the Valley of the Kings. Continue on to the breathtaking Deir el-Bahri, Queen Hatshepsut's impressive temple, and the gigantic statues, the Colossi of Memnon, before returning to your cruise ship. Later sail via the Esna Lock to Edfu, gliding past primitive villages on the banks of the Nile. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 14 | Aswan | NILE CRUISE: EDFU - ASWAN: This morning drive a short distance to visit Egypt's best preserved cult temple which was dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Then continue your tranquil cruise along the Nile to Aswan. Tonight don traditional Egyptian galabeas for a fun-filled Egyptian Dinner and Galabea Party. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 15 | Aswan | NILE CRUISE: ASWAN: This morning explore the High Dam and Granite Quarries where you see the massive unfinished obelisk. Then continue by motorboat to the Island of Philae to visit the Temple of Isis. This afternoon take a memorable felucca ride across the Nile to view the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener's Island. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 16 | Edfu | NILE CRUISE: ASWAN - KOM OMBO - EDFU: This morning there is a once in a lifetime opportunity to take an optional excursion by air to the mighty Sun Temple of Abu Simbel, flanked by four giant stone statues of Ramses II. This afternoon leave Aswan as you sail to Kom-Ombo. Visit the roofless Temple of Kom-Ombo, which was built for the falcon and crocodile gods. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 17 | Luxor | NILE CRUISE: EDFU - LUXOR: Today you have the chance to relax on board your Nile cruise ship as you sail to Luxor, which will be reached in the late afternoon. Have time to enjoy the splendid views and watch the almost biblical scenery pass by as you relax on the deck. Tonight dine on board your cruise ship. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) |
| Day 18 | Cairo | DISEMBARK: LUXOR - CAIRO: Disembark this morning and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. Tonight, perhaps enjoy an optional dinner and entertainment? (Breakfast) Fairmont Heliopolis (Superior First Class) |
| Day 19 | Depart Cairo | DEPART CAIRO: This morning it's time to bid farewell to this unforgettable city and your newfound friends as you are transferred to the airport for your return flight home. (Buffet Breakfast) |
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Airport Transfers: Transfers on Day 2 at Rome Fiumicino Airport will operate at 09.30, 12.30 and 15.30. Passengers arriving later should make their own way to the first hotel. Return transfers on the last touring day in Cairo will be provided for passengers who have advised Trafalgar of their flight details.
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
