According to a recent poll, family vacations are expanding beyond the traditional gateways to include newer, broader, more active and meaningful travel plans. Top motivators for family travel include:
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African Family Travel on the Rise...
According to a recent poll, family vacations are expanding beyond the traditional
gateways to include newer, broader, more active and meaningful travel plans.
Top motivators for family travel include:
-the desire to introduce children to different cultures, customs and lifestyles
-to experience new things together and create lasting memories
Families are increasingly drawn to active and experience-driven travel. Outdoor or adventure family vacations account for 62% and international family vacations for 57%.
African Travel has introduced two 30th Anniversary Specials for families... Two adults travel on our Kenya Explorer and the child sharing with them pays $30 land only, for all new bookings. Families travel on our Exclusively Yours, AFRICA ! private Family Footsteps safaris...with stays at intimate properties plus amenities such as baby sitting and kid's activities...
GAP Egypt Family Adventure - Multi-Dates Offered - 13 Day - Priced From $1,385
posted 4/07
Giza
Pyramids and Sphynx, Valley of the Kings, Hatsheput Temple, Felucca sailing
trip, desert camel trek.
From the legendary pyramids to a once-in-a-lifetime camel safari into the desert,
this adventure will make the pages of a history book come alive. Incorporating
some great activities for the kids, this makes for an exciting family adventure.
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1 Arrive Cairo Arrive in Cairo at any time. |
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2 Cairo (B, D) Watch the delight in your children's eyes when they first see the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Better yet, jump aboard for a camel ride and have an unforgettable start to your adventure. |
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3,4 Aswan (2B, D) Take a boat trip around the islands of the Nile and take a camel safari through the desert. Our Nubian host will give us a glimpse into the local surroundings. There is an opportunity to visit the colossal temple of Abu Simbel. |
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5-7 Luxor (3B, L) A horse drawn carriage will take you around the famous Luxor and Karnak temples. For a different perspective, hop on a donkey and ride through the Valley of Kings to the temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Don't forget to check out the amazing Mummification Museum or stroll along the Nile Corniche. |
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8 Hurghada (B) Once a small fishing village, Hurghada has become one of the most popular areas for windsurfing, sailing, swimming, snorkelling and diving. Enjoy your day in the sun and perhaps take in a bit of shopping. |
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9,10 Sharm El-Sheikh (2B) A ferry boat ride takes you to Sharm El-Sheikh for some fun in the sun. Enjoy swimming, scuba diving, windsurfing, snorkelling or just relaxing on the beach. |
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11,12 Cairo (2B) The treasures of Tutankhamun's tomb are a must-see at the Egyptian Museum. Wander Coptic Cairo, the oldest part of the Capital and the home of St. Sergius church. Spending some time in the Khan Al Khalili bazaar is a great way to go home with a few treasures as a reminder of your great adventure. |
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| Day 13 Depart Cairo (1B) |
Physical
Grading - Rated 2 of 5
Culture Shock Grading - Rated 2 of 5
Included Highlights
- Arrival Transfer
- Local guide and entry fee to Giza Pyramids and Sphynx
- Egyptian Museum
- Felucca sailing trip
- Kitchener Island
- Desert camel trek
- Valley of the Kings
- Hatsheput Temple
- Karnak sound and light show
- Breakfast Daily
Group Size - Max 15, Avg 10
Group Leader - G.A.P leader, local guides.
Accommodation - Simple hotel (11 nts), sleeper train (1 nt).
Transport - Safari vehicle, sleeper train, camel ride, donkey ride, ferry, internal
flight.
Meals Included - 12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners.
Meal Budget - Allow USD200 for meals not included. For additional expenses,
see dossier.
Family Vacations & Adventure Travel (posted 5/30/07)
Trusted Adventures brings you high quality, family vacations and getaways with their two day to 3 week high value family adventure vacations in North America, Europe, Africa, the Pacific, South and Central America. From biking and hiking to white water rafting and viewing wildlife in their natural habitats or learning about new ecosystems and cultures, Trusted Adventures has the family vacation for your crew!
With fun itineraries, flexible logistics and trip add-ons, they make planning your family travel as easy as 1-2-3! They welcome young children to teens on their Trusted Adventure family vacations where they have carefully honed their trips to be “kid friendly”. They have families in mind from the activities they offer, to their equipment and even the food they serve for dinner! Their guides are trained to lead family trips that encourage family time and activities you can do together. You can spend more quality time with those who mean the most to you.
From family reunions to anniversaries, find your family vacation adventure with Trusted Adventures:
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Botswana Kenya Zimbabwe Canada British Columbia Central America & Mexico Costa Rica Europe & Mediterranean Austria Croatia Denmark France Germany Greece Holland Turkey South America Ecuador Galapagos Peru United States Alaska Arizona California Idaho Montana Oregon Utah Wyoming |