So much of the origin of civilization can be found in the unearthed antiquities of northern Africa while a majority of the rest of the ‘Dark’ continent provides wildlife refuges, forested jungles and native cultures struggling to survive.  Of course, a number of areas are blessed with mineral riches and cultures that tend to blend European influence with native cultures emerging as independent countries.  Safaris and natural wonders predominate, while the northern coastal areas provide Moroccan and Egyptian antiquities and culture.

Featured Intineraries: Africa

DISCOVER CAIRO AND CRUISE IN STYLE DOWN THE NILE - EGYPT

Imagine having the opportunity to experience the great land of Egypt, its culture & its ancient history as you sail down the Nile in a luxurious style once reserved only for pharaohs & their queens.  Cruising along the Nile River with its ever-changing scenery is like watching 5,000 years of culture and history unfolding before your eyes.  Captivating excursions will bring you to several impressive temple complexes, the fabled Valley of the Kings, Aswan Dam and much more!  This tour also gives you the chance to spend 4 nights in the grand city of Cairo.  During that visit, you’ll journey to sites where you will gaze in awe at the marvels and mythologies that define Egypt:  treasures recovered from King Tut’s tomb, the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx.  This adventure will amaze you every step of the way!

This 13-day tour includes accommodations in Cairo & aboard the riverboat, most meals, air transfers between Cairo & Luxor with transfers, all excursions, sightseeing, entertainment onboard and more. The price starts at $2,899/person based on double occupancy and varies primarily on when you travel and when you book.  Departures for 2010 go throughout the entire year.

Please contact us or call 1-800-773-7930 for further information on traveling to this destination.

ANSWER THE CALL OF THE WILD IN SAFARI COUNTRY

Don’t miss this family adventure, one of the most extraordinary experiences on the planet.  As you spend some time exploring cosmopolitan Cape Town and its surroundings, you’ll have the chance to hike to Simon’s Town; a picturesque seaside village whose most famous residents are the adorably charming African penguins.  After saying goodbye to Cape Town you’ll enjoy a walk along the cliffs in Hermanus, on the lookout for whales at the world’s best land-based whale watching spot.  Imagine riding in a safari jeep at first light where you may cross paths with big cats returning from a night of hunting.  An exclusive bush safari after sunset will have your experienced tracker looking for more thrilling Big Five game such as elephants, lions, cape, buffalo, leopards and rhinos.  Add to this an interactive cooking class, a safari ostrich farm visit, a stop at Monkeyland - the world’s first primate sanctuary - where the monkeys roam free in a natural, high-canopy forest and a lesson in traditional and modern beading techniques, offering an amazing variety of activities for all ages.

This Disney adventure will include 12 days / 11 nights, the services of TWO adventure guides, accommodations, most meals, activities, entertainment, luggage service, transportation within the adventure, cultural entertainment with local experts and more.

NOTE:  Minimum eligibility age for children is 6; suggested minimum age is 8+.  Prices start from $4,529/pp for adults and from $4,089/pp for children and vary primarily on when you travel and when you book.  Prices are based on double occupancy.  Airfare is NOT included in price.  Departures for 2010 run from early May through the end of December.  There are also 2 departures in April 2011.

Please contact us or call 1-800-773-7930 for further information on traveling on this safari.

BACK IN TIME ON THE NILE

Before embarking on the Nile cruise segment of your tour, settle into your Cairo hotel and begin soaking up the atmosphere of this exciting ancient city, both on your own and through several included excursions.  Enjoy pure luxury and unrivalled hospitality when you board the river cruise ship.  It has a range of public areas where you can relax as you absorb the ever-changing panorama between Luxor and Aswan. 

The prices start at $2,608, depending on the dates chosen.  This is a land/cruise price only.  Single supplements apply for a single room on land and on the cruise.  Departures go throughout 2010 and into early 2011.

Please contact us or call 1-800-773-7930 for further information on traveling to this destination.