Day 1 Depart USA
Depart on the overnight flight to London.
Day 2 Arrive Cairo
Arrive in London this morning where the day is at leisure until your departure on the evening flight to Cairo, arriving in Egypt just after midnight.
Day 3 Cairo
Welcome to the Land of the Pharaohs! Later this morning, visit the Egyptian Museum for a look at some of Egypt's history. Then it's on to the Great Pyramid of Cheops, one of the seven wonders of the world. A visit to the Solar Boat Museum offers a view of this dramatic discovery which took over 10 years to reconstruct.
Day 4 Cairo-Abu Simbel-Aswan (Embark) | Meals: BLD
Fly to Abu Simbel this morning to visit the magnificent Temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. An engineering marvel, the great temple was moved up the hillside to save it from flooding when Aswan's High Dam was built. Then fly back to Aswan where you embark on your Nile Cruise. After lunch we sail around Elephantine Island.
Day 5 Aswan-Kom Ombo-Edfu | Meals: BLD
This morning, visit Aswan's High Dam, the ancient Granite Quarries, and the Temple of Philae. Later, we sail to Kom Ombo to visit the Graeco-Roman style Temple of Sobek, the Crocodile God. Standing serenely on a hilltop, the site offers an incredible view over the Nile. Continue sailing to Edfu.
Day 6 Edfu-Esna-Luxor | Meals: BLD
Today an exhilarating carriage ride takes you through town to the Temple of Horus, the Falcon God. Second largest of Egypt's temples (after Karnak), the Temple was built on the site of the massive struggle between Horus, son of Isis and Seth, brother of Osiris. Return to your ship and sail to Luxor via the Esna Lock.
Day 7 Luxor (Disembark)-Cairo | Meals: B
This morning you cross the Nile to Luxor's West Bank, where you'll explore the astonishing and extensive New Kingdom city of "Thebes". Sightseeing includes the Valley of the Kings and Queens where some 64 of Egypt's Pharaohs have their palatial resting places hewn into the sheer rock; the Colossi of Memnon, two huge seated statues of Amenhotep III. Afternoon visit of Luxor and Karnak Temples, a holy city of pylons, hypostyle halls, colossal statues and obelisks built over many centuries and dedicated to the God Amon-Ra, his consort Mut, and their son Khonsu. Later, take the short flight to Cairo where you overnight.
Day 8 Cairo | Meals: BL
The day's tour takes you to Memphis and Sakkara where you visit the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Then, a tour of Old and Islamic Cairo rounds out the day. Later this evening, transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to Nairobi.
Day 9 Cairo-Nairobi | Meals: BD
Touch down in Nairobi very early this morning and transfer to your hotel. After time to freshen up, drive to the suburb of Karen to visit the Karen Blixen Museum. As you wonder the grounds, the words of Blixen's most famous novel, Out of Africa, come to life. Later, a fun visit to the Giraffe Center caps the day's activities.
Set in Nairobi's city center, the Nairobi Safari Club is an all-suite hotel. Each suite offers a seperate lounge and a private bathroom, along with a balcony. Other facilities include three telephones with voice messaging and direct dial facility, mini-bar, personal safe and satellite TV.
The Safari Terrace provides guests with quiet environment to enjoy a cool drink and light bar snacks. Tropical cocktails and snacks are served all day and in the evening.
The Safari Restaurant features an upscale atmosphere with relaxing evening entertainment and international cuisines interspersed with local fare.
The Health Center has a heated swimming pool, sauna, steam Bath, massage parlor and a gymnasium.
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Day 10 Nairobi-Masai Mara | Meals: BLD
Begin your safari in Kenya's most famous park, as your drive takes you to the Masai Mara today. Arrive in time for lunch and then enjoy an afternoon game drive. Have your game-viewing checklist handy, as the Masai Mara has one of the richest varieties of birdlife and wildlife in the world. Buffalo and wildebeest herds are huge in the Mara - and predators like lion and hyena are equally abundant.
At the southern end of 1,510 sq km Mara paradise, and right in the path of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra, lies Keekorok Lodge. There is always plenty of activity around the waterhole but during the migration, the lodge is enveloped by the swarming mass of animals. One need hardly venture from ground to game view. From the verandah and from Kiboko Bar, there is plenty to see. One unfortunate zebra met its end right in front of the dinning room, providing supper for a pride of hungry lions, and 'live' entertainment for enthralled guests at Keekorok.
Accommodation at Keekorok Lodge is in bungalows, single story blocks, and in comfortable shaded chalets. The liberal use of cedar wood, pink and gray sand river stone, and other indigenous building materials offset the green lawns and colorful bougainvillea. After a day in the fresh air, the excitement of game spotting, a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, and the ritual of sundowners by the roaring log fire in the lounge heralds an evening full of traditional Maasai dancing, cultural or wildlife lectures and videos with yet another of those remarkable Keekorok dinners.
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Day 11 Masai Mara | Meals: BLD
You might want to start the day with an optional balloon safari, floating over the Mara as the animals begin to stir. 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.
At the southern end of 1,510 sq km Mara paradise, and right in the path of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra, lies Keekorok Lodge. There is always plenty of activity around the waterhole but during the migration, the lodge is enveloped by the swarming mass of animals. One need hardly venture from ground to game view. From the verandah and from Kiboko Bar, there is plenty to see. One unfortunate zebra met its end right in front of the dinning room, providing supper for a pride of hungry lions, and 'live' entertainment for enthralled guests at Keekorok.
Accommodation at Keekorok Lodge is in bungalows, single story blocks, and in comfortable shaded chalets. The liberal use of cedar wood, pink and gray sand river stone, and other indigenous building materials offset the green lawns and colorful bougainvillea. After a day in the fresh air, the excitement of game spotting, a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, and the ritual of sundowners by the roaring log fire in the lounge heralds an evening full of traditional Maasai dancing, cultural or wildlife lectures and videos with yet another of those remarkable Keekorok dinners.
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Day 12 Masai Mara-Great Rift Valley | Meals: BLD
Your journey takes you into the Rift Valley and ecologically diverse Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive which might reveal rhino, Rothschild giraffe, waterbuck and impala. Watch the treetops for the playful black and white Colobus monkeys. Then, continue to Lake Nakuru or Lake Naivasha for the night.
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 13 Great Rift Valley-Amboseli | Meals: BLD
Leave early this morning and drive towards Nairobi and then turn south towards stunning Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Cynthia Moss focused much of her research on elephants in Amboseli National Park as herds of these gentle giants dot the plains.
Day 14 Amboseli | Meals: BLD
Rise early this morning to catch the first views of Mt. Kilimanjaro as its snow-capped summit peaks out from under the clouds. Amboseli boasts five different wildlife habitats and the wide open flat plains make spotting wildlife a little easier. Look for the amusing warthog along with jackal, baboons, lions and cheetahs.
Day 15 Amboseli-Depart | Meals: BD
An early departure from Amboseli sees us back in Nairobi early this afternoon. The day is at leisure to relax or catch up on postcards. Enjoy dinner before you transfer to the airport for the flight to London.
Day 16 Arrive USA
Arrive in London this morning where you connect to the USA-bound flight, arriving later today.
Depart on the overnight flight to London.
Day 2 Arrive Cairo
Arrive in London this morning where the day is at leisure until your departure on the evening flight to Cairo, arriving in Egypt just after midnight.
Day 3 Cairo
Welcome to the Land of the Pharaohs! Later this morning, visit the Egyptian Museum for a look at some of Egypt's history. Then it's on to the Great Pyramid of Cheops, one of the seven wonders of the world. A visit to the Solar Boat Museum offers a view of this dramatic discovery which took over 10 years to reconstruct.
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Day 4 Cairo-Abu Simbel-Aswan (Embark) | Meals: BLD
Fly to Abu Simbel this morning to visit the magnificent Temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. An engineering marvel, the great temple was moved up the hillside to save it from flooding when Aswan's High Dam was built. Then fly back to Aswan where you embark on your Nile Cruise. After lunch we sail around Elephantine Island.
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Day 5 Aswan-Kom Ombo-Edfu | Meals: BLD
This morning, visit Aswan's High Dam, the ancient Granite Quarries, and the Temple of Philae. Later, we sail to Kom Ombo to visit the Graeco-Roman style Temple of Sobek, the Crocodile God. Standing serenely on a hilltop, the site offers an incredible view over the Nile. Continue sailing to Edfu.
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Day 6 Edfu-Esna-Luxor | Meals: BLD
Today an exhilarating carriage ride takes you through town to the Temple of Horus, the Falcon God. Second largest of Egypt's temples (after Karnak), the Temple was built on the site of the massive struggle between Horus, son of Isis and Seth, brother of Osiris. Return to your ship and sail to Luxor via the Esna Lock.
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Day 7 Luxor (Disembark)-Cairo | Meals: B
This morning you cross the Nile to Luxor's West Bank, where you'll explore the astonishing and extensive New Kingdom city of "Thebes". Sightseeing includes the Valley of the Kings and Queens where some 64 of Egypt's Pharaohs have their palatial resting places hewn into the sheer rock; the Colossi of Memnon, two huge seated statues of Amenhotep III. Afternoon visit of Luxor and Karnak Temples, a holy city of pylons, hypostyle halls, colossal statues and obelisks built over many centuries and dedicated to the God Amon-Ra, his consort Mut, and their son Khonsu. Later, take the short flight to Cairo where you overnight.
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Day 8 Cairo | Meals: BL
The day's tour takes you to Memphis and Sakkara where you visit the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Then, a tour of Old and Islamic Cairo rounds out the day. Later this evening, transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to Nairobi.
Day 9 Cairo-Nairobi | Meals: BD
Touch down in Nairobi very early this morning and transfer to your hotel. After time to freshen up, drive to the suburb of Karen to visit the Karen Blixen Museum. As you wonder the grounds, the words of Blixen's most famous novel, Out of Africa, come to life. Later, a fun visit to the Giraffe Center caps the day's activities.
Nairobi Safari Club
Set in Nairobi's city center, the Nairobi Safari Club is an all-suite hotel. Each suite offers a seperate lounge and a private bathroom, along with a balcony. Other facilities include three telephones with voice messaging and direct dial facility, mini-bar, personal safe and satellite TV.
The Safari Terrace provides guests with quiet environment to enjoy a cool drink and light bar snacks. Tropical cocktails and snacks are served all day and in the evening.
The Safari Restaurant features an upscale atmosphere with relaxing evening entertainment and international cuisines interspersed with local fare.
The Health Center has a heated swimming pool, sauna, steam Bath, massage parlor and a gymnasium.
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Day 10 Nairobi-Masai Mara | Meals: BLD
Begin your safari in Kenya's most famous park, as your drive takes you to the Masai Mara today. Arrive in time for lunch and then enjoy an afternoon game drive. Have your game-viewing checklist handy, as the Masai Mara has one of the richest varieties of birdlife and wildlife in the world. Buffalo and wildebeest herds are huge in the Mara - and predators like lion and hyena are equally abundant.
Keekorok Lodge
At the southern end of 1,510 sq km Mara paradise, and right in the path of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra, lies Keekorok Lodge. There is always plenty of activity around the waterhole but during the migration, the lodge is enveloped by the swarming mass of animals. One need hardly venture from ground to game view. From the verandah and from Kiboko Bar, there is plenty to see. One unfortunate zebra met its end right in front of the dinning room, providing supper for a pride of hungry lions, and 'live' entertainment for enthralled guests at Keekorok.
Accommodation at Keekorok Lodge is in bungalows, single story blocks, and in comfortable shaded chalets. The liberal use of cedar wood, pink and gray sand river stone, and other indigenous building materials offset the green lawns and colorful bougainvillea. After a day in the fresh air, the excitement of game spotting, a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, and the ritual of sundowners by the roaring log fire in the lounge heralds an evening full of traditional Maasai dancing, cultural or wildlife lectures and videos with yet another of those remarkable Keekorok dinners.
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Day 11 Masai Mara | Meals: BLD
You might want to start the day with an optional balloon safari, floating over the Mara as the animals begin to stir. 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.
Keekorok Lodge
At the southern end of 1,510 sq km Mara paradise, and right in the path of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra, lies Keekorok Lodge. There is always plenty of activity around the waterhole but during the migration, the lodge is enveloped by the swarming mass of animals. One need hardly venture from ground to game view. From the verandah and from Kiboko Bar, there is plenty to see. One unfortunate zebra met its end right in front of the dinning room, providing supper for a pride of hungry lions, and 'live' entertainment for enthralled guests at Keekorok.
Accommodation at Keekorok Lodge is in bungalows, single story blocks, and in comfortable shaded chalets. The liberal use of cedar wood, pink and gray sand river stone, and other indigenous building materials offset the green lawns and colorful bougainvillea. After a day in the fresh air, the excitement of game spotting, a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, and the ritual of sundowners by the roaring log fire in the lounge heralds an evening full of traditional Maasai dancing, cultural or wildlife lectures and videos with yet another of those remarkable Keekorok dinners.
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Day 12 Masai Mara-Great Rift Valley | Meals: BLD
Your journey takes you into the Rift Valley and ecologically diverse Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive which might reveal rhino, Rothschild giraffe, waterbuck and impala. Watch the treetops for the playful black and white Colobus monkeys. Then, continue to Lake Nakuru or Lake Naivasha for the night.
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 13 Great Rift Valley-Amboseli | Meals: BLD
Leave early this morning and drive towards Nairobi and then turn south towards stunning Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Cynthia Moss focused much of her research on elephants in Amboseli National Park as herds of these gentle giants dot the plains.
Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 14 Amboseli | Meals: BLD
Rise early this morning to catch the first views of Mt. Kilimanjaro as its snow-capped summit peaks out from under the clouds. Amboseli boasts five different wildlife habitats and the wide open flat plains make spotting wildlife a little easier. Look for the amusing warthog along with jackal, baboons, lions and cheetahs.
Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 15 Amboseli-Depart | Meals: BD
An early departure from Amboseli sees us back in Nairobi early this afternoon. The day is at leisure to relax or catch up on postcards. Enjoy dinner before you transfer to the airport for the flight to London.
Club Lounge
Day 16 Arrive USA
Arrive in London this morning where you connect to the USA-bound flight, arriving later today.
