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EGYPTIAN IMMERSION ITINERARY
Breathtaking adventures and extreme
value for money are the hallmarks of a
‘You Just Live Once’ trip. Our trips
are aimed at 20-40 somethings who
prefer a fun, independent, convenient
and responsible way to travel. The
structure for a great travel experience
is in place, but plenty of free time
means you can go off and make your
own discoveries.
What makes us different from other
tour operators is that most of our trips
are led by us personally. We could
easily pay others to lead our trips but
we do what we do because we love it.
Driven by our dedication, passion and
experience we strive to make each tour
more exciting and interesting than the
last. Whenever it is not possible for us
to be on the trips, we only use local
leaders. This is our core philosophy,
and one that works perfectly. By
employing a leader who is local to the
area you are travelling through, you
benefit from the wealth of his or her
first hand knowledge. He knows the
best restaurants to eat in, the best food
to choose when you’re there and how
to read the menu! He knows the best
time to visit the sites, the best way to
get from A to B, the best backstreets to
explore, and most importantly how to
communicate with everyone else in the
country. Fully trained, licensed and
fluent in English, your local leader
will be the difference between great
holiday experience and an exceptional
one.
We travel on local transport whenever
practical and we stay in locally-owned
centrally positioned, spotlessly clean
and comfortable superior hotels unless
different arrangements are specified in
the brochure. This means that the
prices are fantastic - always the best
on the market - and you’re immersing
yourself in the culture while
supporting local businesses especially
when outside Europe.
Many of your most memorable
experiences will occur when you branch
out and do your own thing, and we
understand that different people have
different interests, so we build in free time
to make your own discoveries. The
framework is in place, and the details are
taken care of, but on many days, you
decide what you want to see and do. After
all, you might be thoroughly sick and
tired of temples, while another traveller
just can't get enough of them. It's your
holiday, so it's your choice. We aim to
cover off the 'must see' places (after all we
all have a list of things we want to see in
our lives!) but also take time to get off the
beaten track and see the weird and
wonderful things that you'll be talking
about for years to come.
HOW IS YOUJUSTLIVEONCE DIFFERENT?
I’VE SEEN MANY ADS FOR TRIPS TO
EGYPT BY OTHER COMPANIES.
WHAT’S DIFFERENT IN THE
‘EGYPTIAN IMMERSION’ TRIP?
- Small group of like minded travellers
- Superior accommodation standard
- All major activities included in the price
- Flexibility and time to do your own thing too
- Planned by travellers for travellers
- Much more fun
- Incomparable value for money
Visiting amongst others:
- Pyramids of Giza - Sphinx, Giza
- Egyptian Museum - Khan el Khalili
- High Dam - Philae Temple
- Abu Simbel - Karnak Temple
- Luxor Temple - Valley of the Kings
- Hatshepsut Temple - Colossi of Mnemnon
CAIRO - EGYPT
Our direct flight to Cairo leaves Malta at 16:05 and arrives at the brand new terminal in Cairo Airport at 18:40. A local
representative of youjustliveonce.com will greet us at the airport and assist through entry visa formalities. We will then be
driven to the hotel in Cairo in a private vehicle and where we will be given a short briefing about the next day’s activities.
The evening is free. Providing there is time, one can opt for an optional dinner cruise on the Nile or else take a relaxing evening
followed by an early sleep in view of a full next day.
GREAT EGYPTIAN MUSEUM – PYRAMIDS OF GIZA & SPHINX
After breakfast, our guide will meet us at the hotel lobby and drive us to Giza plateau where we can admire the great pyramids of
Cheops, Chephren and Mykerions. Sole survivors from the ancient Seven Wonders of the World, the pyramids are the planet’s oldest
tourist attraction! The largest of the three great pyramids, the one at Cheops (Khufu) is constructed from over 2.5 million limestone
blocks and it is thought to have taken more than 20 years to construct. Next to the pyramids is also the famous Sphinx. An Egyptology
expert will accompany us at all these attractions to give us a true understanding of our ‘discoveries’.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. On display is a rare collection of 5000 years of art the largest and
most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artefacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to
the Tutankhamen collection of treasures, gold and jewellery, as it was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before being
discovered in the 1920s. A very important aspect of this visit is the knowledge that our local Egyptology guide will pass on to us at the
museum. It will bring all the temples and treasures that you will see in the coming days into perspective. From the museum it’ll probably be time for us to grab some lunch. Provided that we have time on our hands, our recommendation
would be to have it somewhere around the Khan El Khalili Bazaars. We’ll be driven there by our driver and should have free time to
roam around the oldest bazaar of its kind in Egypt. The Khan El Khalili is legendary for fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather,
silver, gold and antiques but it’s not just a mecca for shoppers… it’s also a mecca for photographers or for people who just love to
absorb the smells, sights and sounds of a different place.
For those who have already been to Cairo before, an alternative option such as a tour to the Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque will be
available. This will be done in combination with a tour to the Coptic region, home to the Hanging Church, Abu Serga church and Ben
Ezra synagogue.
In the evening, our driver will see us off at the train station where we’ll board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan. This train is
comfortable and an experience on its own. Dinner will be served in the private cabins and is included.
ITINERARY - DAY 1 - 19TH
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ITINERARY - DAY 2 - 20TH
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ASWAN – HIGH DAM – PHILAE TEMPLE
Today, breakfast is served on the train before arrival in Aswan. Our local representative will greet us at the train station and accompany
us to see the High Dam – a modern feat of engineering - creating the world’s largest artificial lake, Lake Nasser!
Today's highlight is a visit to the romantic Philae Temple on Agilika Island - dedicated to the goddess Isis which we will reach by
felucca which makes quite a leisurely trip on its own. The main Temple of Isis and its monuments were built between the 26th-dynasty
and the Roman period and were removed from the island of Philae which lies submerged most of the year by the waters of Lake
Nasser.
As the sun sets, we can enjoy some free time in the colourful souks and markets or simply relax and watch an amazing sunset in
Egypt's southernmost town straddling the River Nile.
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ASWAN – ABU SIMBEL
Today one can opt to explore Aswan or else take the highly recommended optional full day trip to Abu Simbel. Fronted by four
huge 20m-high figures of Ramses II, The Great Temple of Abu Simbel is probably the most famous Egyptian temple.
Originally carved into the mountainside adjoining the Nile, the temples were moved here during the construction of the Aswan
High Dam in the 1960s to save them from inundation from the Nile waters. Nearby, also saved, lies the small Temple of the
King's wife Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. This option includes transfers to/from Aswan in an air conditioned
private vehicle as part of a convoy of vehicles that make the trip every day. Whenever possible we’ll join the convoy that
leaves early in the morning. This allows us to be in Abu Simbel before it gets very hot. It will also enable us to be back in
Aswan relatively early which gives us ample time to go round town.
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ASWAN
Today is a free day and is intended to be a break from the temples and places of interest. It is perfect to chill out and explore
Aswan – small enough to walk around and graced with the most beautiful setting on the Nile. Here the river flows through
amber desert and granite rocks, round emerald islands covered in palm groves and tropical plants. In Aswan, the pace of life is
slow and relaxing – this along with the scenery and landscapes lead to it being often considered to be more African than Middle
Eastern.
One can just stroll by the waterfront, drift along the Nile on a felucca or take some time to explore a typical Nubian village. In
the evening, one can visit the local souk which is considered to be one of the most authentic in Egypt or enjoy dinner in a local
restaurant by the sea.
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LUXOR – KARNAK – LUXOR TEMPLE
After breakfast at our hotel in Aswan, we’ll be accompanied by our rep to the train station where you’ll board the train to Luxor…
often called the world’s greatest open air museum. The number and the preservation of the monuments in the Luxor area are probably
unparalleled anywhere else in the world. This, combined with the undeniable charm of the town makes Luxor the ‘tourist capital of
Egypt’.
We can practically spend the entire morning at the Temple of Karnak - the home temple of the god Amun-Re. Karnak is the biggest
temple complex in the world, covering an area of 100 hectares and there is nowhere more impressive to the first-time visitor. Much of
it has been restored during the last century and more artefacts are unearthed each year. In ancient times, Karnak was known as Ipet-isut,
'The most select of places'.
Luxor is also home to the Temple of Luxor, the only one open by day and night. As the sun sets, the Temple of Luxor, close to a large
tourist souk, seems to stand apart from the world of the living. Its columns, colossal statues and bays recover their serenity, oblivious to
the carriages passing by. We will visit the temple late afternoon to give ourselves enough time to see the temple by daylight. Then we’ll
find a quiet corner to chill out until the temple is beautifully lit after sunset. Then we can enjoy it when it’s very mysterious and at its
most romantic. A good idea for the evening would be to attend the Sound and Light Show at the temple… quite impressive and mystic.
ITINERARY - DAY 6 - 24TH
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LUXOR – VALLEY OF THE KINGS – DEIR EL-BAHRI – COLOSSI OF MNEMNON
The adventurous will be up for an early rise this morning but it’s more than justified. How about starting the day cruising over the
many treasures of Luxor aboard a hot air balloon? The hot air balloon experience is a great one from observing the preparation for take
off to the crash landing at the end. All participants will be given refreshments and a flight certificate before returning to the hotel in
time for breakfast.
After breakfast we will start our tour of the West Bank by visiting the Necropolis of Thebes. Then, we’ll drive to the Valley of Kings, a
vast City of the Dead where magnificent tombs were carved into the desert rocks, decorated richly, and filled with treasures for the
afterlife by generations of Pharaohs. King Tutankhamen’s tomb and that of Queen Nefertari are probably the most famous. The latter is
closed for public and the former is accessible against payment.
On the return journey we’ll visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Ancient Egypt’s only female Pharaoh) at Deir el-Bahri, situated
dramatically below the cliffs as if nature itself had built this extraordinary monument.
We will also stop at the famed Colossi of Memnon. Known in Ancient Greek times for their haunting voices at dawn, the Colossi are
two gigantic sitting statues representing Amenophis III.
In the evening, we will take the overnight sleeper train back to Cairo. Dinner will be served on the train.
CAIRO - MALTA
We will have breakfast on board the train and will arrive in Cairo in the morning. Our representative will meet us at the train
station and accompany us to the airport. The flight back to Malta departs from Cairo Airport at 12:30am. The estimated time of
arrival in Malta is at 15:20 hrs.
If you have more days available and you would like to extend your stay in Egypt, we can offer you a number of interesting
options depending on your tastes. We can add a 3 day action packed desert safari or maybe you are into snorkelling and diving
and you would like to spend 3 days in the resort town of Sharm el-Sheik. If you have 2 weeks available, we can offer you an
itinerary that takes in all the highlights of the country… the cultural ones, the desert and the sea! Just get in touch with us and let
us inspire you!
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ITINERARY - DAY 7 - 25TH
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The ‘Egyptian Immersion’ trip costs € 1260 (LM 540) per person in twin / double sharing including return direct flights from
Malta. This price includes the high season supplement that Egypt hotels charge for the Easter period.
A non-refundable deposit of € 500 (LM 214) is payable to secure booking.
A supplement of € 110 applies for accommodation in single room. If you would like to share a twin room with another traveller, please
let us know at the time of booking.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE • Direct Flights Malta – Cairo – Malta
• Services of an experienced tour leader
• Services of an experienced and qualified English speaking
local guide at most of the attractions mentioned in the
itinerary
• Accommodation in exceptionally located and
recommended 3 Star hotels in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor
• 2 nights in sleeper cabin on a luxury train Cairo – Aswan
– Luxor – Cairo incl. breakfast and dinner
• Sightseeing in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor including all
attractions as mentioned in itinerary unless marked as
optional
• Meet and greet service plus airport transfers
• All transportation using private/public transport as per
itinerary
• Comprehensive pre-departure information including what-
to-pack and a suggested reading module
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
• Any attractions / activities listed as optional in itinerary
or below
• Entry visa to Egypt
• Travel Insurance
• Excursions / Activities specified as optional in brochure
• Meals unless specified in brochure
Contrary to other tour operators, You Just Live Once does not mark-up the prices for optional activities. The price you pay for optional
activities is the wholesale price we pay our local suppliers. This confirms our commitment to responsible travel and towards giving you
an extra value-for-money service. We negotiate with local suppliers in order to get the best rates possible and we pass on the savings to
you.
Here are approximate prices for optionals so that you can budget accordingly. Please note that the prices below are for indicative
purposes only and while they’re not expected to vary much, changes due to currency exchange fluctuation and other factors are not
excluded. Unless communicated differently, options are to be paid to Tour Leader in local currency. Certain options might however
require early booking – in this case, this will be communicated to you after you place your booking.
More optional activities might be offered once in Egypt.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS AND CORRESPONDING APPROXIMATE PRICES
• Sunset cruise along the Nile aboard a traditional felucca, Aswan € 25
• Trip to Abu Simbel, Abu Simbel € 100
• Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Valley of the Kings, Luxor € 150
• Nile Dinner Cruise, Cairo € 55
TOUR COSTS & PRICES
ACCOMMODATION ON THE TRIP
OPTIONAL ATTRACTIONS / ACTIVITIES
The focus of the Egyptian Immersion trip is on providing you with maximum value for money. All hotels used on the trip have been
chosen on the basis of location, cleanliness and comfort however they are not luxury 5 Star hotels. The names of the hotels are not
included in the brochure as it’s not possible to block rooms so much in advance since our groups are small. We have short-listed a
number of superior quality hotels at every destination where we have an overnight and we will go for the best option once the tour is
closed and number of travellers confirmed. All hotels short-listed come with en-suite bathrooms and most include top facilities such
as swimming pools, restaurants and bars etc. and have very good reviews. They’ve all been used previously on
YouJustLiveOnce.com trips and always drew positive comments. On the Egyptian Immersion tour we will also spend 2 nights on a
deluxe sleeper train. Accommodation will be in private twin sleeper cabins. Breakfast and Dinner will also be served on board and are
included as per itinerary. Needless to say, one should keep in mind that Middle Eastern standards would not necessarily be on par
with European ones.
A Travel Insurance Policy is compulsory for those joining us on the Egyptian Immersion Trip. For your own comfort, we can include
you in the group travel policy. If you prefer to buy your own insurance policy, please specify “No” in the Booking Form. We
recommend that you arrange your travel insurance immediately after booking your trip, just in case you need to cancel your booking.
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17) Local Laws All participants in tours operated by ‘You Just Live Once’ are expected
to obey the laws and regulations of the countries visited and any failure
to do so will relieve ‘You Just Live Once’ of all obligations that they
may otherwise have under these booking conditions. 18) If you have a Complaint If the Client has a complaint about any of the tour arrangements the
Client must bring it to the attention of the tour leader or other
representative of ‘You Just Live Once’ at the time so that they may use
their best endeavours to rectify the situation. It is only if ‘You Just Live
Once’ is made aware of any problems that there will be the
opportunity to put things right. 19) Our Responsibilities The tours operated or supplied by ‘You Just Live Once’ have been
designed to provide participants with an exposure to the true
nature of the environment visited and therefore involve an
element of potential risk and exposure to potential hazards over and
above those associated with normal ‘package’ holidays. All bookings are
accepted on the understanding that such risk and hazards are appreciated
by the Client and that all tours, treks and other activities are undertaken
at Client’s own will. The client accepts that this contract and the terms
and conditions may not be in accordance with any other tour
regulations that might exist. 20) The information given in the brochure and other literature supplied is given in good faith but no warranty is given that it is correct due to the fact that the brochure is prepared months before the actual trip
dates. This makes the contents of the brochure susceptible for changes. 21) No servant, agent or authorized representative of ‘You Just Live Once’ has authority to commit ‘You Just Live Once’ to any liability whatsoever and ‘You Just Live Once’ will not be bound by any statement or representation unless it is in writing and signed by one of the directors. 22) Clients accept that the prices quoted for optional activities are
approximate as local prices can and do change. Any of the optional
activities listed are not necessarily endorsed or recommended by
‘You Just Live Once’. Clients also accept that they undertake any
activity at their own risk & their participation is their own decision
and does not form any part of their contract with ‘You Just Live Once’.
‘You Just Live Once’ does not take responsibility for cancellations,
unreliability of services or safety of operators, agents or contractors. 23) All ‘You Just Live Once’ travellers are required to fill in a “Participation Form” prior to their tour commencing. Please note that signing the form is a pre requisite of travelling with ‘You Just Live Once’. Disclaimer We have attempted to make the information on the web site and/or
brochure as accurate as possible. We will not accept responsibility for
any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from
the provided information. We will not be held responsible for delays
caused because clients do not have the required
vaccinations/visas for particular countries. It is solely the
responsibility of the client to have all the required
vaccinations/visas for each country visited on the tour. In accordance with ‘You Just Live Once’s Responsible Travel policy,
local companies are whenever possible sub-contracted to provide
transport, accommodations, excursions and /or optional activities to the
travelling group. At the same time it is of note that locally arranged
public transport including off readers, taxis, trains, ferries, river craft,
buses or coaches might also used at time on tours. Where this is
the case the client agrees that the obligation of the company to the client
is to select normally competent, independent sub-contractors to provide
such transport and any other services related to the trip and in
doing so to exercise reasonable care in their selection. The client
agrees to also abide by the terms & conditions of all such carriers related
to the trip and agrees that ‘You Just Live Once’ has no responsibility or
liability of any nature whatsoever for damage to or loss of property, or
injury to, or death of persons due to any act, omission, or negligence of
any carrier, hotel, restaurant, bus carrier, tender service, sight-seeing
company, or any other persons rendering any of the services or portions
of the itinerary. Any likeness or image of you secured or taken on any of our tours may
be used by the company without charge in all media for bona
fide promotional or marketing purposes such as in brochures,
slides, video shows and the internet.
BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS
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