Singles Travel Company - Egypt and the Nile

2009 Egypt and the Nile

April 10-18 …..Warm weather
May 22-30….Very Hot!
July 24-Aug 1….Very Hot!
October 2-10…..Warm
November 13-21…Warm/Cool
New Year’s December 25-January 2, 2010…Warm/Cool
March 19-27, 2010…Warm/Cool

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Come join us for this truly incredible 9 day adventure to exotic Egypt! If you have always dreamed of visiting Egypt to discover its beauty and secrets, then come with us to The Sphinx this land of amazing history and culture. This trip is only for those aged 35 and younger who don’t need first class hotels to have a good time! Experience the wonder and gracious hospitality of this timeless destination.

Enjoy the bustling city of Cairo, visit the Egyptian museum, shop at the Ancient Khan El Khalili Bazaar, see the Citadel, Alabaster Mosque and Sultan Husan Mosque. In Giza, behold the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids. Cruise 3 nights on the Nile River. You’ll view the Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam and visit Luxor where the Valley of the Kings rest and enjoy a guided visit of the Temple of Karnak.

Lots of sightseeing on this trip as well as enjoy sailing on a Felucca, all of this and new friends to enjoy it with! Egypt is magical…come join us!

Price Includes all of this . . .

2 nights in tourist class hotels

3 nights Nile Cruise

2 overnight trains in twin-berth sleeper couchette

from Cairo to Aswan
from Luxor to Cairo

Local taxes and service charges

Experienced professional Egyptian Tour Manager & Driver

Coach transfers

16 Meals Total:

7 Continental breakfasts (B) as per itinerary
3 Lunches (L) as per itinerary
6 three-course Dinners (D) as per itinerary

Arrival transfer provided-if you provide us with your air schedule

Cruise the Nile on a ship featuring nice cabins, private shower, WC, TV, AC. Amenities: Swimming pool, Sun deck, Restaurant, Lounge, Bars, Gift shop, Disco

Highlights include

Cairo: Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, shopping at the Khan El Khalili bazaar, visit the Citadel, Alabaster Mosque and Sultan Husan Mosque
Giza: Guided tour of the great Pyramids and Sphinx
Aswan: View the Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam, Felucca sailing, see the Botanical Gardens
Edfu: Visit Temple of Horus
Luxor: Guided tour through the Valley of Kings, see the Colossos of Memnon, Gudied visit of the Temple of Karnak

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Prices- From 2009 into March 2010

Land only, per person, based on double occupancy:

$1225.00 April 10-18, 2009
$1285.00 May 22-30, 2009
$1319.00 July 24-Aug 1, 2009
$1285.00 October 2-10, 2009
$1255.00 *November 13-21, 2009
$1289.00 *New Year’s 2009-Dec 25-Jan 2, 2010
$1239.00 *March 19-27, 2010

*Add $365.00 for a single room to yourself. Very limited availability! Early sign-ups are encouraged.
(*Note there may be a slight price increase for the November, New Year’s, and 2010 trips, exact pricing increases Aug/Sept 2009)

1 pre or post night in Cairo from double 49-$65; single occupancy $79-$99.
An $8.00 document delivery fee will be applied on all bookings per our tour operator.

Airfare and airfare taxes are additional. Please call for a price quote or you may purchase your own air tickets by calling the airlines directly or book online. Fares are based upon availability at time of booking and if fuel surcharges increase before you pay your final payment the price increase will be passed on to you.

Transfers Free complimentary arrival meet and greet if we have your flight schedule at least 20 days prior to the trip. You will be met by a local representative in the arrival hall at the Cairo airport with a sign and they will direct you to the complimentary transfer coach. Due to different flight arrival times, you may need to wait in the airport for up to one hour for a transfer. Should you miss the transfer agent, please make your own way to the hotel. Return transfer is on your own but you can possibly connect with your fellow travelers for the return to the airport.

Travel Insurance- $129 for booking cost up to $1500, per person; $169 for trips over $1501, per person. Pay for your travel insurance with your deposit & you receive “Any-Reason” insurance (in the form of travel certificates to be used within 2 years with our tour operator) allowing you to cancel for any reason up to 48 hours prior to your trip. Insurance is highly recommended. Insurance is non refundable and does not cover air arrangements not made by our tour operator.

Visa for entry into Egypt- You will need a TOURIST VISA to enter Egypt if you are traveling with a U.S. passport. This can be purchased on your arrival at the Cairo airport for approx. $40.00 +. Non-U.S. citizens please check with your consulate for passport and visa requirements for travel to Egypt.

No immunizations are required, but check with your doctor or a travel medicine clinic for any recommendations.

Price does not include items of a personal nature-i.e. phone calls, laundry, meals not included, alcoholic & other beverages not offered with included meals, tips to guides & drivers, travel insurance, Egyptian Tourist visa.

Fine Print – 2009 Egypt and the Nile through March 2010

Your payment for a reservation on this trip constitutes consent and acknowledgment of all the provisions in this Fine Print listed below and in the Singles Travel Company General Terms and Conditions. Please make sure you read both of these important pieces of information and call us with any questions.
A non-refundable deposit of $200.00 (plus travel insurance if you want it) is due with your reservation.
Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure date. Credit cards (Visa or Mastercard) or checks (made out to Travel Advisors of Los Gatos) are accepted.
Cancellations and Refunds – All cancellations must be in writing. Cancellation Fees as follows: Regardless of when you cancel, there will be a charge from Singles Travel Company of $50 applied to your credit card plus the following cancellation fees: (Insurance is non-refundable also.)

notes on cancellation fees

When the percentage cancellation fee is less than the tour deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of the deposit. No refunds on unused portions of the tour. A fee of $30 per transaction may be charged for any alteration or revision made to a reservation. Cancellation fees also apply to additional accommodations reserved prior to and after the tour booked with the tour operator of the trip. Due to air carrier guidelines, you may be charged up to a $200 penalty if you cancel your air booked with the tour operator within 120 days of departure. After airline tickets are issued, airline cancellations are per the airline’s policy/ and or the tour operator if purchased through the tour operator and may be non-refundable.

Travel/Trip Cancellation insurance is highly recommended.

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