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Basma Hotel, perched on Aswan’s highest hill, offers stunning views of the Nile and nearby pharaonic sites. Guests are welcomed by unique, hand-painted walls and ceilings that showcase local artistry. The hotel features a terraced garden, pool deck, and direct access to the Nubian Museum. Air-conditioned rooms come with a private bathroom, minibar, and TV; some rooms offer Nile views. Guests can enjoy daily breakfast buffets and freshly squeezed juices on the rooftop terrace overlooking the Nile Valley. Basma Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the Aswan High Dam and just 2 km from Aswan’s Nile riverside boulevard. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.

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Treasures of Egypt

Roundtrip Cairo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III
  • Explore Giza's Great Pyramids
  • Marvel at Luxor's Temples
  • Sail Nile's scenic banks
  • Visit Philae's Ancient Sanctuary
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Embark on a 13-day cruise aboard the Sanctuary Sun Boat III, exploring Egypt's timeless treasures. Highlights include the Great Pyramids, Luxor's grand temples, the Nile's iconic sites, and Abu Simbel.
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View of the Mosque Sultan Hassan in Cairo and pyramids
from $1,885
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Discover Egypt Tour

Small Group Tour - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the ancient Sphinx
  • See the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
  • Visit a local Nubian village
  • Explor the Temple of Philae
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Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Snorkeling, Village Visits
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Experience the wonders of Egypt on this 10-day small group tour visiting the iconic Pyramids and the Sphinx, followed by a journey to Aswan to explore Nubian culture, the Temple of Philae, and more. Enjoy a mix of history, culture, and adventure, along with opportunities for diving, shopping, and relaxing.
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View of the Mosque Sultan Hassan in Cairo and pyramids
from $11,900
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Alexandria & Ancient Egypt

Roundtrip Cairo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III
  • Explore Alexandria’s catacombs
  • Visit Rosetta Stone
  • Wander Luxor’s Karnak Temple
  • Admire Giza’s pyramids
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Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
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Experience a 16-day cruise on the Sanctuary Sun Boat III from Cairo, exploring the blend of ancient history and modernity in Alexandria. Explore key sites, including the Rosetta Stone and the iconic pyramids along the Nile, and immerse yourself in Egypt's rich cultural heritage.
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Profile of the Great Sphinx of Giza
from $16,000
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Essence of Egypt & Jordan

Cairo - Amman - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III
  • Explore Giza's pyramids
  • Discover Luxor’s Karnak Temple
  • Visit Valley of the Nobles
  • Admire Dendera’s temple reliefs
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Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
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Set sail on a 21-day journey from Cairo to Amman aboard the Sanctuary Sun Boat III, visiting Egypt's Great Pyramids and Luxor temples, as well as Jordan's Dead Sea and Petra's iconic Treasury—experience rich history and stunning landscapes, including Jerash and the biblical site of Jesus' baptism.
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The pyramids of Giza
from $18,600
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Jewels of Egypt & Jordan

Cairo - Amman - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III
  • Admire Giza’s timeless pyramids
  • Explore Cairo’s Grand Museum
  • Discover Saqqara’s Step Pyramid
  • Marvel at Abu Simbel
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
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Embark on a 23-day cruise from Cairo to Amman on the Sanctuary Sun Boat III, exploring Egypt and Jordan’s rich history. Visit the Great Pyramids, cruise the Nile, and discover Petra's stunning rock-carved city along with other archaeological treasures.
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Aswan, Egypt
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Contrasts of Egypt & Jordan

Cairo - Amman - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III
  • Discover Alexandria’s catacombs
  • Visit El Alamein’s battle sites
  • Marvel at Giza’s towering pyramids
  • Explore Luxor’s Karnak Temple
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
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Set sail on a 24-day cruise from Cairo to Amman on the Sanctuary Sun Boat III, exploring Alexandria’s history and Egypt’s ancient wonders. In Jordan, visit the Roman ruins of Jerash, Bethany Beyond the Jordan, and the breathtaking landscapes of Wadi Rum and Petra.
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