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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
EGYPT TOUR
APRIL 6 - 16, 2024
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The Globe and Mail invites you to join us on our fourth tour being offered by Worldwide Quest Travel, The Globe and Mail Egypt Tour – exploring a land of ancient wonders and modern marvels. Your journey begins in the bustling city of Cairo with a two night stay at the 5-star Ritz Carlton Hotel. While in Cairo guests will explore the city’s legendary archaeological sites such as the pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Grand Egypt Museum. We then fly to the city of Luxor and board our seven-day Nile Cruise, where we’ll embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure along the River Nile, cruising through ancient Egypt's fascinating history and breathtaking landscapes. Experience the serene, luxurious comfort of a riverboat as you visit the country's iconic temples and monuments and witness daily life along the banks of the world's longest river. Finally, we return to Cairo for one last day exploring this fascinating ancient city. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty, Egypt is a must-see destination for any traveler seeking an unforgettable experience.
With The Globe’s most celebrated journalists there to host, you’ll get to experience Egypt on a trip that’s as rewarding as it is refreshing.
JOURNEY TO A DESTINATION OF ANCIENT WONDERS
AND MODERN MARVELS
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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We begin our journey to Egypt, where we explore a land of ancient wonders and modern marvels. We arrive at our hotel, The Nile Ritz-Carlton, situated in the heart of Cairo that lies between the Nile river, Tahrir square and adjacent to the Egyptian Museum.
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The captivating city of Luxor is located in Upper (Southern) Egypt and includes the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes. Once in Luxor, you will be transferred from the airport to our ship, the AmaDahlia, where we embark.
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Discover the ancient city of Aswan, as we take a Felucca (a traditional wooden sailing boat) and sail the tranquil waters of the Nile river. Guests will enjoy the stunning views of Elephant island and its surroundings.
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GAIN UNPARALLELED
ACCESS TO OUR AWARD-WINNING JOURNALISTS
Be invigorated by immersing yourself in current events with The Globe’s award-winning journalists and columnists. They will provide insights into the stories behind the stories and their investigative process, and offer candid and unique perspectives on the most pressing issues in the northern Africa and beyond.
FEATURING ONBOARD HOSTS & JOURNALISTS
DAVID WALMSLEY
Editor-in-Chief
NATHAN VANDERKLIPPE
SUSAN KRASHINSKY
ROBERTSON
ROB Reporter
ANDREW SAUNDERS
President and CEO
ANDREW COYNE
Opinion Columnist
GRANT ROBERTSON
International Correspondent
Investigative Reporter
ERIC REGULY
European Bureau Chief
*Attendance of any particular host is not guaranteed.
You’ll be treated to stays at the opulent Ritz Carlton Hotel while in Cairo and for our Nile Cruise, we sail aboard the luxurious AmaDahlia and explore ancient wonders, such as the beguiling Temple of Luxor and the mystifying Valley of the Kings and Queens. When you’re not relaxing at the on the ship while enjoying astonishing natural landscapes along the Nile, indulging in its delicious local cuisine, you’ll be exploring daily while embarking on spectacular excursions.
AS A PART OF THE GLOBE AND MAIL EGYPT TOUR
NILE RITZ-CARLTON
HOTEL CAIRO
Spend three nights at the 5-star, luxurious Nile Ritz-Carlton Cairo (2 nights at the beginning of the tour and 1 night at the end of the tour) in the heart of the picturesque Cairo with room views of the Nile or the Egypt Museum.
VISIT TO THE
VALLEY OF KINGS
Visit Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, where British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered a step leading to the tomb of King Tutankhamen on November 4, 1922.
AMADAHLIA
CRUISE SHIP
Then enjoy seven nights onboard AmaWaterway’s AmaDahlia river cruise ship. The stunning AmaDahlia is beautiful 72-passenger ship offering 36 staterooms, including 16 magnificent suites with a wealth of amenities, including a heated sun-deck swimming pool and bar, The Chef’s Al Fresco Restaurant, hair and nail salon and two massage rooms. Marvel at scenic Nile River views in luxury, enjoy regionally inspired entertainment and savor the flavors of both local and Western cuisine on board.
GRAND EGYPT
MUSEUM TOUR
Be one of the first to tour one of the new jewels of Egypt at The Grand Egypt Museum, one of the largest, most modern and renowned museums in the world.
VISIT OF THE
EDFU TEMPLE
Visit this magnificent temple that is dedicated to Horus, one of the most important deities in the ancient Egyptian pantheon, who was worshiped as the god of kingship and the sky.
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The Globe and Mail Travel Egypt Tour is provided by Worldwide Quest International Inc. and all travel arrangements, reservations and bookings will be made with them, a company wholly independent of The Globe and Mail. Dates, itineraries, program details and costs are given in good faith based on information available at the time of posting, and subject to change. The Globe and Mail cannot guarantee the attendance of any particular host. Prices are in Canadian dollars, per person and based on double occupancy.
For more information, please contact Worldwide Quest International at 1-888-229-2302.
The Globe and Mail and its affiliates, and their respective officers and employees, will not be responsible for the financing, the arranging or the conducting of these tours. They assume no liability or responsibility for damages or financial loss to person(s) howsoever arising from the acts, omission or otherwise in connection with the travel services arranged through Worldwide Quest International Inc. Refer to the General Terms and Conditions established by Worldwide Quest International Inc. with respect to participating in this tour. Tour and travel arrangements provided by Worldwide Quest, 491 King Street East, Toronto, ON M5A 1L9 TICO#2667946.
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