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Marygrove College Alumni Present… Splendors of the Nile: Smithsonian Journeys Travel Adventures offers the best value-priced learning vacations worldwide. These custom-crafted tours are created for adventurous travelers who seek the thrill of discovery and learning, combined with flexibility and economical rates. And local expert speakers really make the difference between your clients simply seeing, and truly understanding, the destination. Step back in time and explore thousands of years of history, legend and lore as you view the timeless wonders of Egypt. Discover the world of the ancient Egyptians as you visit the incomparable sites of the pharaohs - Memphis and Sakkara, the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor and Karnak temples, and the tombs on the West Bank of ancient Thebes. Cruise along the legendayr Nile River, pass colonnaded temples and stop at the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, situated at the crossroads of ancient caravan routes. Learn about ancient Egyptian history, including religion, art, and architecture, from noted Egyptologists who provide lectures during your journey. Return home with a new understanding of this mystical land. For more information on this vacation, contact: Diane Puhl at 1-(313) 927-1443. Day 1: Wednesday, March 11, 2009 Overnight Flight Step back in time and explore thousands of years of history, legend and lore as you view the timeless wonders of Egypt. Discover the world of the ancient Egyptians as you visit the incomparable sites of the pharaohs - Memphis and Sakkara, the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor and Karnak temples and the tombs on the West Bank of ancient Thebes. Cruise along the legendary Nile River, pass colonnaded temples and stop at the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, situated at the crossroads of ancient caravan routes. Return home with a new understanding of this mystical land. Day 2: Thursday, March 12, 2009 Cairo, Egypt Gather for a special welcome reception and dinner this evening. Today dinner will be included. Day 3: Friday, March 13, 2009 Cairo - Giza - Memphis - Sakkara - Cairo This morning travel to nearby Giza to visit one of the seven ancient wonders of the world - the Pyramids of Giza. This afternoon, travel south to visit the site of ancient Memphis, with its 40-foot statue of Ramses II, and Sakkara, where you will see the oldest of all the pyramids, the Step pyramid. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. Day 4: Saturday, March 14, 2009 Cairo - Luxor Spend the morning discovering the remarkable collections of the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, including statues, reliefs, sarcophagi and the treasures of the tomb of Tutankhamen. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor*. Today breakfast will be included. Day 5: Sunday, March 15, 2009 Luxor Begin your tour of ancient Thebes as you cross over to the West Bank of the Nile to visit the Valley of the Kings and Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. This afternoon, enjoy a tour of the massive complex of the Temple of Karnak. Today breakfast will be included. Day 6: Monday, March 16, 2009 Luxor - Board Cruise Ship Return to the West Bank to visit the tombs in the Valley of Nobles and the well-preserved temple complex of Medinet Habu. Embark on your Nile cruise this afternoon. After dinner, return to the Temple of Karnak for the breathtaking sound and light show. Today breakfast and lunch and dinner will be included. Day 7: Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Luxor Your ship sails in the early hours of the morning. Begin sailing down the mighty Nile, arriving in Esna. Continue sailing this afternoon toward Edfu. Today breakfast and lunch and dinner will be included. Day 8: Wednesday, March 18, 2009 Edfu - Kom Ombo This morning visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Following lunch, set sail for Kom Ombo where you will tour the famous double sanctuary. Today breakfast and lunch and dinner will be included. Day 9: Thursday, March 19, 2009 Aswan Arrive in the Nubian city of Aswan this morning. After lunch on board ship, sail by traditional felucca to Kitchener Island for a stroll through the botanical gardens. Your ship remains in Aswan overnight. Today breakfast and lunch and dinner will be included. Day 10: Friday, March 20, 2009 Aswan - Disembark Cruise Ship Disembark your ship this morning. Visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries and the ancient Philae Temple of Isis. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. Day 11: Saturday, March 21, 2009 Aswan - Cairo In the morning you may choose an optional tour to Abu Simbel**. See the extraordinary temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II, which were moved to their present site during construction of the Aswan High Dam. Fly from Aswan to Cairo*. Later in the day, enjoy some leisure time in Cairo, or you may choose to visit the fascinating Khan El Khalili bazaar at your leisure. Tonight enjoy a delightful farewell dinner and share your experiences with your fellow travelers! Today breakfast and dinner will be included. Day 12: Sunday, March 22, 2009 Cairo - Tour Concludes Your tour ends today, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation. Today breakfast will be included. Educational Highlights in in Egypt: Learn about ancient Egyptian history during lectures in Cairo and on board the cruise by your Egyptologist/National Guide, who will accompany you throughout your journey. With their guidance, you will: *Unless otherwise noted, this offer is land only, valid on new retail bookings only and not combinable with any offer. 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