Haute Egypte luxueuse 8 jours

Description

Envie de découvrir l'Égypte telle qu'elle était jadis appréciée par les visiteurs fortunés ? Séjournez dans deux des hôtels les plus prestigieux du Nil : le Winter Palace et l'Old Cataract, prisés des célébrités et des explorateurs de l'Égypte antique au siècle dernier. Le Winter Palace, à Louxor, fut construit en 1907 et, comme son nom l'indique, servait de palais d'hiver où les riches échappaient à la rigueur des hivers européens pour profiter du soleil égyptien. Son intérieur traditionnel est imprégné d'éléments reflétant l'histoire et la culture égyptiennes. Au rez-de-chaussée, un hommage est rendu au célèbre archéologue britannique Howard Carter, qui y séjourna lors de la découverte du tombeau de Toutankhamon. L'Old Cataract, à Assouan, fut construit en 1899 et, avec son architecture classique, ses vues imprenables sur le Nil et son intérieur exceptionnel, il a su préserver le charme d'antan. Cet hôtel est également connu pour son rôle historique dans le roman d'Agatha Christie, « Mort sur le Nil ». Le programme est conçu pour vous laisser beaucoup de temps libre afin de profiter pleinement de ces deux hôtels. Un bateau de luxe vous transportera d'un hôtel à l'autre le long du Nil. Vous aurez également tout le loisir de visiter des sites antiques célèbres, notamment les temples de Karnak, Louxor, Hatchepsout, Edfou, Kom Ombo, Philae et Abou Simbel, ainsi que les tombeaux de la Vallée des Rois à Louxor.

Day 1: Arrival to Luxor Upon your arrival at Luxor Airport, a representative from the RTS agency will be there to welcome you. They will transport you to your hotel, assist you with check-in, and help you settle in your room. After dinner, an RTS agency representative will be waiting for you at the reception at the agreed-upon time and will introduce you to the local guide. Together, you will take a stroll to visit the Luxor Temple, which is located near the hotel. The temple is dedicated to the sun god Amon, and its main entrance is adorned with one of the world’s largest preserved obelisks. In addition to impressive colonnades and reliefs, you will also have the opportunity to get up close to the large statues of pharaohs. From the Luxor Temple to Karnak, there is a recently discovered avenue of sphinxes; the most beautifully preserved ones are right by the temple. After the tour, you will return to the hotel for spending the night there.

Jour 2 : Louxor. Après le petit-déjeuner, un représentant de l'agence RTS vous attendra à la réception à l'heure convenue pour vous aider à libérer votre chambre d'hôtel. Accompagnés de votre guide, vous visiterez Karnak, l'un des plus grands et des plus impressionnants complexes religieux au monde. Construit et agrandi pendant plus de 2 000 ans sous le règne d'une trentaine de pharaons, il abrite des temples, des salles, des obélisques, des statues, des bassins et d'autres édifices. Le temple principal, orné de colonnes monumentales, est dédié au dieu Amon. Après la visite, vous retournerez à l'hôtel pour déjeuner au restaurant situé dans le magnifique jardin du Winter Palace Hotel. Après le déjeuner, vous disposerez de temps libre pour vous détendre et profiter de la piscine du jardin tropical. En fin d'après-midi, un représentant de l'agence RTS vous attendra à la réception pour vous conduire à votre bateau de croisière sur le Nil. Il vous aidera à embarquer. Avant le dîner, vous aurez le temps d'admirer le coucher de soleil flamboyant sur le Nil. Dîner et nuit à bord.

Day 3: Luxor – Edfu After breakfast, your guide will be waiting for you at the reception at the agreed-upon time, and you will head to the west bank, where the sights of the afterlife are preserved, guarded by the giant statues of the Colossi of Memnon, representing the seated pharaoh Amenhotep III. You will visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which stands out with its unique design as it was carved into the rocky cliffs, combining classical Egyptian elements with modern and innovative forms and an impressive terraced structure that rises along the hill. In the Valley of the Kings, there are tombs where many pharaohs from the New Kingdom were buried, including Tutankhamun and Ramesses II. You will explore some exceptionally decorated tombs that depict rich symbolism, religious scenes, and hieroglyphic writing. After the tours, you will return to the ship for lunch. You will start sailing on the Nile, and from the deck, you will be able to observe exciting scenes of life along the Nile. Towards the evening, you will pass through the locks at Esna, where it is fascinating to watch the rising and lowering of the water level, and skilful vendors on boats will try to sell you jalabiyas (traditional Egyptian clothing) for the evening entertainment on the boat. After passing through the locks, you will continue sailing towards Edfu. Dinner and an overnight stay on the boat.

Day 4: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan After breakfast, at the agreed-upon time, the guide will transfer you by carriage or vehicle (depending on traffic) to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. It was constructed during the reign of the Ptolemaic dynasty and the New Kingdom in a traditional style with columns, courtyards, and sanctuaries. A monumental tower marks the temple’s entrance, and the inner courtyard is surrounded by tall columns depicting gods and pharaohs. The reliefs portray mythological scenes, religious rituals, and ceremonies associated with Horus, the falcon god. Upon returning to the boat, you will have lunch on the deck and continue sailing towards Kom Ombo. At sunset, you will explore the unique double temple dedicated to two gods, Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroris, the falcon god. Intriguing reliefs depict ancient Egypt’s religion, culture, and healing practices. After the tour, you will continue sailing to Aswan with dinner and Egyptian entertainment. An overnight stay on the boat.

Day 5: Aswan After breakfast, at the agreed-upon time, the guide will transfer you to the pier, and you will take a motorboat ride to visit the Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. The temple was relocated to this island during the construction of the Aswan High Dam and the creation of the artificial Lake Nasser. This magnificent temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, showcases the architectural and artistic prowess of ancient Egypt. Its impressive architecture and intricately carved reliefs represent a unique blend of Pharaonic, Hellenistic, and Roman influences. The temple is renowned for its grand collonaded facade, columns, detailed depictions of mythological scenes, religious rituals, and the life and rule of pharaohs. After the tour, you will return to the boat for lunch. In the afternoon, at the agreed-upon time, a representative from the RTS agency will be waiting for you at the reception and will take you on a felucca to Kitchener’s Island, with a botanical garden established in 1860. Here, you will be able to explore lush tropical vegetation and majestic trees that provide visitors with shade from the intense sun. You will return to the boat in time for dinner and spend the night on board.

Day 6: Aswan After breakfast, at the agreed-upon time, a representative from the RTS agency will be waiting for you at the reception, assist you with disembarking, and take you on a relaxing ride by motorboat through the national park of the Nile with its cataracts. You will also visit a Nubian village and enjoy lunch at a Nubian restaurant. Upon your return, you will dock at the Old Cataract Hotel. The RTS agency representative will assist you with the hotel check-in and room allocation. You will then have a free afternoon to enjoy one of the most luxurious hotels along the Nile, spending time on the terrace by the pool with a magnificent view of the Nile. You can also indulge in a proper English tea at five o’clock (not included in the price) while watching the enchanting sunset. Dinner will be served at the hotel’s terrace restaurant. An overnight stay at the Old Cataract Hotel.

Day 7: Aswan After breakfast, you will have free time to enjoy the hotel and its numerous amenities. You can indulge in the various services it offers (for additional costs). Lunch will be served in the hotel’s terrace restaurant. We highly recommend that you end your day with exquisite cuisine at the famous à la carte restaurant, 1902 (not included in the price). An overnight stay at the Old Cataract Hotel.

Jour 8 : Départ d’Assouan. Après le petit-déjeuner, libérez votre chambre d’hôtel (au plus tard à 11h00) et profitez d’un peu de temps libre avant votre départ pour l’aéroport (généralement 3 heures avant votre vol). À l’heure convenue, un représentant de l’agence RTS vous attendra à la réception de l’hôtel. Il vous conduira à l’aéroport et vous assistera pour l’enregistrement. Votre voyage s’achèvera alors par un vol vers votre destination.

*Please note that we reserve the right to make programme changes due to public transportation schedules, weather conditions, and other circumstances beyond our control.

Price

The price of the package per adult sharing a double room /tent

2 persons : 2,999 €
4 persons : 2,699 €
6 persons : 2,499 €

Discounts for children: up to the completed 2nd year free of charge; for children from 2 to the completed 12th year, 50% of the package if they share a room with parents.

Supplément pour une chambre individuelle : 1 120 €.

Accommodation

1 nuit à l'hôtel 5* Winter Palace à Louxor (1 nuit en pension complète et 1 nuit en demi-pension).
4 nuits à bord d'un bateau de croisière sur le Nil (pension complète).
2 nuits à l'hôtel 5* Sofitel Legend Old Cataract à Assouan (pension complète).

Emplacement

Terms and conditions

Payment:
• 30% of the package price when the reservation is confirmed (with an additional 22 € for the registration fee)

• the remaining 70% to be paid at 15 days prior to departure

Cancellation:
• Cancellation is free of charge until 35 days prior to departure
• Afterwards 100% cancellation charges will apply

Included/not included

Inclus :
1 nuit à l’hôtel 5* Winter Palace à Louxor (1 nuit en pension complète et 1 nuit en demi-pension).
4 nuits à bord d’un bateau de croisière sur le Nil (pension complète).
2 nuits à l’hôtel 5* Sofitel Legend Old Cataract à Assouan (pension complète). 1 déjeuner à Assouan.
Tous les transferts et visites prévus au programme (à l’exception des droits d’entrée pour certains tombeaux de la Vallée des Rois, qui sont en supplément). Guides locaux anglophones pour toutes les visites prévues au programme. Accompagnement et assistance par un représentant anglophone de l’agence RTS tout au long du voyage, assistance aux aéroports et pour les formalités d’arrivée et de départ.
Disponibilité téléphonique 24 h/24 d’un représentant anglophone de l’agence RTS.
Frais d’organisation du voyage.

Not Included :
Any international flights.
Any local flights. Entry visa to Egypt ($25).
Personal expenses.
Dinner in á la carte restaurant 1902 (price around €120 per person) and tea at 5 five o’clock in the Old Cataract Hotel (price around €30).
A trip to Abu Simbel by plane (€250, duration approximately six hours).
Other sightseeing and transfers not included in the programme.
Customary tipping (€60–80 per person)

Further information

• Hotel address : Luxor, Egypt
• Duration : 7 nights
• Contact details : botler@boticonline.com

Recommended equipment:
– Comfortable walking shoes.
– Bright-coloured, loose-fitting clothing made of natural materials for sightseeing. – Warmer clothing for evenings/nights in the desert.
– Layered clothing for flexibility as temperatures can change rapidly due to the strong sun.
– A hat for sun protection, sunglasses, and high SPF sunscreen.

Agency

BOT SAS