Day 1 Fri Depart USA
Depart New York on the overnight flight to London.
Day 2 Sat Arrive Cairo
Arrive in London this morning, where you connect to the Cairo-bound flight, arriving in Egypt late this evening. You'll be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 3 Sun Cairo
Today's full day tour begins at the Egyptian Museum. The Museum was built in 1902 and contains one of the most impressive and comprehensive collections of artifacts in the world. Of the more than 120,000 objects, at least 44,000 are on display at any one time. It could take months to see each exhibit on display in the museum -- we'll spend a few hours visiting some of the most well known. We continue to Giza with to visit the Great Pyramid of Cheop, one of the seven wonders of the world. This is the oldest and largest of the pyramids found in Giza.
Day 4 Mon Cairo-Luxor | Meals: B
This morning, fly south to Luxor where we cross the Nile to explore the New Kingdom city of "Thebes". We begin at the Valley of the Kings. So far, 62 tombs have been discovered in the Valley of the Kings - most famous perhaps being that of King Tutankhamun. Continue to the Valley of Queens where more than 70 tombs have been discovered. One that stands out is that of Nefertari, the wife of Ramses II. On to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahri. Later this afternoon our exploration takes us to the Temple of Luxor, built under Amenophis III and Ramses II, primarily to celebrate the Festival of Opet. Then on to the massive temples of Karnak, built over a period of 1300 years.
Day 5 Tue Luxor-Abu Simbel-Cairo | Meals: B
This morning, travel to Aswan where you board the short flight to Abu Simbel to marvel at the temples and colassal statues of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari. Judging from the position of the temples, the imposing colossi of Ramses II would have greeted travelers as they tried to enter Egypt and sent a message of Egypt's strength. Ramses II chief queen, Nefertari is celebrated in the Temple of Hathor, which Ramses II dedicated to "Nefertari for whose sake the very sun does shine." Return to Cairo this evening, where the remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 6 Wed Cairo-In Flight | Meals: B
The day is at leisure to explore on your own or just relax at the hotel. Late this evening you'll transfer to the airport for the overnight flight to Nairobi.
Day 7 Thu Arrive Nairobi | Meals: D
Jambo and welcome to Kenya! A very early morning touchdown in Nairobi may give you an opportunity to see the sun rise in Kenya's capital city. A bit of leisure time gives you a chance for a quick nap and shower before we travel to the suburb of Karen this afternoon. Visit the former home of writer Karen von Blixen (Out of Africa) where you can walk through the original house and stroll the grounds set at the foot of the Ngong Hills. Then, a fun experience awaits at the Giraffe Center where you have an opportunity to feed the Rothschild giraffes. Return to your hotel late this afternoon for an evening at leisure.
Day 8 Fri Nairobi-Masai Mara | Meals: BLD
An early morning departure from Nairobi takes you past the Rift Valley and into the Masai Mara, arriving in time for lunch. Then, it's time for your first game drive. Thanks to the variety of habitats (from rich riverine forests to expansive plains), the Masai Mara is host to a wide array of herbivores, carnivores and birdlife. At last count, there were over 95 species of mammals, reptiles and amphibians along with more than 485 aerial species found in the Masai Mara. Look for the majestic topi as he stands on top of anthills to survey the territory. Black-maned lions find refuge from the hot sun under the shade of baobab trees which dot the horizons. There is no better place for game-viewing.
Located high on the slopes of the Oloolaimutia Hills, Masai Mara Sopa Lodge was one of the first safari lodges to be built in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, a reason why its gardens and trees are so lush and mature. All the buildings follow the design of traditional African round houses with conical roofs, and these stretch along the line of the hills with the impressively large public area buildings and the swimming pool at their center.
Accommodation
The lodge has fifty guest cottages divided into two wings to either side of the main public areas. Each of these house two spacious guest rooms with queen and king size beds; mosquito nets; electronic safes; dressing tables; en-suite bathrooms and sheltered verandas that all have views over the gardens and the game reserve beyond.
Six of the cottages each contain two suites with larger bedrooms and bathrooms, and both indoor and outdoor seating areas.
In addition to all of the above, the honeymoon suite has an extremely large, luxuriously appointed bedroom with a king size bed; dressing table and indoor seating area. Its lavishly appointed bathroom contains both a shower and a sunken bath; and its sheltered veranda offers some of the most magnificent views available over the African landscapes below.
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Day 9 Sat Masai Mara | Meals: BLD
Morning and afternoon game drives are always exciting in the Masai Mara, as you never know what you will see! Topi, gazelle and elephant are frequently seen, as are silverbacked jackals, hippo and crocodiles.
Located high on the slopes of the Oloolaimutia Hills, Masai Mara Sopa Lodge was one of the first safari lodges to be built in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, a reason why its gardens and trees are so lush and mature. All the buildings follow the design of traditional African round houses with conical roofs, and these stretch along the line of the hills with the impressively large public area buildings and the swimming pool at their center.
Accommodation
The lodge has fifty guest cottages divided into two wings to either side of the main public areas. Each of these house two spacious guest rooms with queen and king size beds; mosquito nets; electronic safes; dressing tables; en-suite bathrooms and sheltered verandas that all have views over the gardens and the game reserve beyond.
Six of the cottages each contain two suites with larger bedrooms and bathrooms, and both indoor and outdoor seating areas.
In addition to all of the above, the honeymoon suite has an extremely large, luxuriously appointed bedroom with a king size bed; dressing table and indoor seating area. Its lavishly appointed bathroom contains both a shower and a sunken bath; and its sheltered veranda offers some of the most magnificent views available over the African landscapes below.
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Day 10 Sun Masai Mara-Lake Nakuru | Meals: BLD
Leaving the Masai Mara after breakfast, you'll travel across the �breadbasket' of Kenya, past Narok and on to the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley. Watch for herds of giraffe and gazelle as you head up the Mau Escarpment, before arriving at Lake Nakuru. The waters here are often coloured shimmering flamingo pink, from thousands of the beautiful birds lining its shores. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Nakuru National Park before continuing to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Situated in the south east ecological niche of the Lake Nakuru National Park is the Lake Nakuru Lodge, an oasis of comfort and excellent service, with commanding views of the Lesser Flamingo dotted with the Greater Flamingo, for which Lake Nakuru is justly famous. It is another world for the visitor, one where a person easily forgets the hustle and bustle of the city. The lodge blends well with it's surroundings and the animals often browse peacefully close to the lodge and environs, much to the fascination of the visitors.
The Lake Nakuru Lodge is situated in a wonderland which lies in the heart of one of Kenya's most densely animal populated wetland National Parks (Ramsar Site), only two hours leisurely drive - on first class roads - from Nairobi, through some of the most exciting scenery to be seen anywhere in Africa. The 156 Km Nairobi-Nakuru road gives the visitor an unrivalled view of the majestic Great Rift Valley, winding through a series of Lakes and forested uplands all the way to the bustling market town of Nakuru. The views are equally impressive for the visitor who uses a charter aircraft for the 25 minute flight to the Lake Nakuru National Park airstrip situated at the Southern side of the park at the Rhino Sanctuary Headquarters - Naishi.
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Day 11 Mon Lake Nakuru-Nairobi-Depart | Meals: BD
Bid farewell as your drive takes you out of the Rift Valley and back to Nairobi where you can freshen up in our partner Club Lounge. Enjoy a fun dinner at a nearby restaurant before transferring to the airport to board your overnight flight to London.
Day 12 Tue Arrive USA
Arrive in London this morning where you transfer to the USA-bound flight, arriving later today.
Depart New York on the overnight flight to London.
Day 2 Sat Arrive Cairo
Arrive in London this morning, where you connect to the Cairo-bound flight, arriving in Egypt late this evening. You'll be met and transferred to your hotel.
Sheraton Dreamland
Day 3 Sun Cairo
Today's full day tour begins at the Egyptian Museum. The Museum was built in 1902 and contains one of the most impressive and comprehensive collections of artifacts in the world. Of the more than 120,000 objects, at least 44,000 are on display at any one time. It could take months to see each exhibit on display in the museum -- we'll spend a few hours visiting some of the most well known. We continue to Giza with to visit the Great Pyramid of Cheop, one of the seven wonders of the world. This is the oldest and largest of the pyramids found in Giza.
Sheraton Dreamland
Day 4 Mon Cairo-Luxor | Meals: B
This morning, fly south to Luxor where we cross the Nile to explore the New Kingdom city of "Thebes". We begin at the Valley of the Kings. So far, 62 tombs have been discovered in the Valley of the Kings - most famous perhaps being that of King Tutankhamun. Continue to the Valley of Queens where more than 70 tombs have been discovered. One that stands out is that of Nefertari, the wife of Ramses II. On to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahri. Later this afternoon our exploration takes us to the Temple of Luxor, built under Amenophis III and Ramses II, primarily to celebrate the Festival of Opet. Then on to the massive temples of Karnak, built over a period of 1300 years.
Winter Pavillon
Day 5 Tue Luxor-Abu Simbel-Cairo | Meals: B
This morning, travel to Aswan where you board the short flight to Abu Simbel to marvel at the temples and colassal statues of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari. Judging from the position of the temples, the imposing colossi of Ramses II would have greeted travelers as they tried to enter Egypt and sent a message of Egypt's strength. Ramses II chief queen, Nefertari is celebrated in the Temple of Hathor, which Ramses II dedicated to "Nefertari for whose sake the very sun does shine." Return to Cairo this evening, where the remainder of the day is at leisure.
Sheraton Dreamland
Day 6 Wed Cairo-In Flight | Meals: B
The day is at leisure to explore on your own or just relax at the hotel. Late this evening you'll transfer to the airport for the overnight flight to Nairobi.
Day 7 Thu Arrive Nairobi | Meals: D
Jambo and welcome to Kenya! A very early morning touchdown in Nairobi may give you an opportunity to see the sun rise in Kenya's capital city. A bit of leisure time gives you a chance for a quick nap and shower before we travel to the suburb of Karen this afternoon. Visit the former home of writer Karen von Blixen (Out of Africa) where you can walk through the original house and stroll the grounds set at the foot of the Ngong Hills. Then, a fun experience awaits at the Giraffe Center where you have an opportunity to feed the Rothschild giraffes. Return to your hotel late this afternoon for an evening at leisure.
Nairobi Safari Park
Day 8 Fri Nairobi-Masai Mara | Meals: BLD
An early morning departure from Nairobi takes you past the Rift Valley and into the Masai Mara, arriving in time for lunch. Then, it's time for your first game drive. Thanks to the variety of habitats (from rich riverine forests to expansive plains), the Masai Mara is host to a wide array of herbivores, carnivores and birdlife. At last count, there were over 95 species of mammals, reptiles and amphibians along with more than 485 aerial species found in the Masai Mara. Look for the majestic topi as he stands on top of anthills to survey the territory. Black-maned lions find refuge from the hot sun under the shade of baobab trees which dot the horizons. There is no better place for game-viewing.
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Located high on the slopes of the Oloolaimutia Hills, Masai Mara Sopa Lodge was one of the first safari lodges to be built in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, a reason why its gardens and trees are so lush and mature. All the buildings follow the design of traditional African round houses with conical roofs, and these stretch along the line of the hills with the impressively large public area buildings and the swimming pool at their center.
Accommodation
The lodge has fifty guest cottages divided into two wings to either side of the main public areas. Each of these house two spacious guest rooms with queen and king size beds; mosquito nets; electronic safes; dressing tables; en-suite bathrooms and sheltered verandas that all have views over the gardens and the game reserve beyond.
Six of the cottages each contain two suites with larger bedrooms and bathrooms, and both indoor and outdoor seating areas.
In addition to all of the above, the honeymoon suite has an extremely large, luxuriously appointed bedroom with a king size bed; dressing table and indoor seating area. Its lavishly appointed bathroom contains both a shower and a sunken bath; and its sheltered veranda offers some of the most magnificent views available over the African landscapes below.
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Day 9 Sat Masai Mara | Meals: BLD
Morning and afternoon game drives are always exciting in the Masai Mara, as you never know what you will see! Topi, gazelle and elephant are frequently seen, as are silverbacked jackals, hippo and crocodiles.
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
Located high on the slopes of the Oloolaimutia Hills, Masai Mara Sopa Lodge was one of the first safari lodges to be built in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, a reason why its gardens and trees are so lush and mature. All the buildings follow the design of traditional African round houses with conical roofs, and these stretch along the line of the hills with the impressively large public area buildings and the swimming pool at their center.
Accommodation
The lodge has fifty guest cottages divided into two wings to either side of the main public areas. Each of these house two spacious guest rooms with queen and king size beds; mosquito nets; electronic safes; dressing tables; en-suite bathrooms and sheltered verandas that all have views over the gardens and the game reserve beyond.
Six of the cottages each contain two suites with larger bedrooms and bathrooms, and both indoor and outdoor seating areas.
In addition to all of the above, the honeymoon suite has an extremely large, luxuriously appointed bedroom with a king size bed; dressing table and indoor seating area. Its lavishly appointed bathroom contains both a shower and a sunken bath; and its sheltered veranda offers some of the most magnificent views available over the African landscapes below.
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Day 10 Sun Masai Mara-Lake Nakuru | Meals: BLD
Leaving the Masai Mara after breakfast, you'll travel across the �breadbasket' of Kenya, past Narok and on to the vast plains on the floor of the Rift Valley. Watch for herds of giraffe and gazelle as you head up the Mau Escarpment, before arriving at Lake Nakuru. The waters here are often coloured shimmering flamingo pink, from thousands of the beautiful birds lining its shores. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Nakuru National Park before continuing to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Lake Nakuru Lodge
Situated in the south east ecological niche of the Lake Nakuru National Park is the Lake Nakuru Lodge, an oasis of comfort and excellent service, with commanding views of the Lesser Flamingo dotted with the Greater Flamingo, for which Lake Nakuru is justly famous. It is another world for the visitor, one where a person easily forgets the hustle and bustle of the city. The lodge blends well with it's surroundings and the animals often browse peacefully close to the lodge and environs, much to the fascination of the visitors.
The Lake Nakuru Lodge is situated in a wonderland which lies in the heart of one of Kenya's most densely animal populated wetland National Parks (Ramsar Site), only two hours leisurely drive - on first class roads - from Nairobi, through some of the most exciting scenery to be seen anywhere in Africa. The 156 Km Nairobi-Nakuru road gives the visitor an unrivalled view of the majestic Great Rift Valley, winding through a series of Lakes and forested uplands all the way to the bustling market town of Nakuru. The views are equally impressive for the visitor who uses a charter aircraft for the 25 minute flight to the Lake Nakuru National Park airstrip situated at the Southern side of the park at the Rhino Sanctuary Headquarters - Naishi.
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Day 11 Mon Lake Nakuru-Nairobi-Depart | Meals: BD
Bid farewell as your drive takes you out of the Rift Valley and back to Nairobi where you can freshen up in our partner Club Lounge. Enjoy a fun dinner at a nearby restaurant before transferring to the airport to board your overnight flight to London.
Club Lounge
Day 12 Tue Arrive USA
Arrive in London this morning where you transfer to the USA-bound flight, arriving later today.
