PRIMORDIAL EGYPT II
Wisdom of the Ancients Tour
December 4 to December 17, 2024
Join Yousef Awyan & Ben Van Kerkwyk from UnchartedX YouTube Channel on an exploration of the Mysteries & Advanced Technologies of the Ancient Egyptians
Basic Itinerary:
December 4 Wednesday Day 01 Cairo
Arrival – Meet & Greet at airport, Welcome Dinner and Introductory Meeting.
Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (D)
December 5 Thursday Day 02 Giza Plateau and Valley Temple with views of the Sphinx
Visit to the Giza Pyramids with optional Camel ride to the Valley Temple. Perfumery.
Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (B,L)
December 6 Friday Day 03 Egyptian Museum & Flight to Luxor
We‘ll explore the treasures inside the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. After lunch, we’ll fly to Luxor and check into the fabulous Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel situated on the east bank of the Nile River. Overnight at the Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel, Luxor (B,L )
December 7 Saturday Day 04 Abydos & Dendera
After breakfast we drive to the Seti I Temple in Abydos. We’ll have lunch in the village before driving to Dendera. We’ll enjoy a dinner together and enjoy a free evening. Overnight Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel, Luxor (B,L)
December 8 Sunday Day 05 Luxor Museum, Luxor Temple & Shopping (Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride) In the morning we will visit Luxor Museum, followed by lunch. In the afternoon we will visit Luxor temple, then guests have the opportunity to do some shopping, before heading back to the hotel. Overnight at the Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel, Luxor (B,L,D)
December 9 Monday Day 06 Valley of the Kings, Rameseum and Tombs of the Nobles
After breakfast we’ll visit the spectacular temple of Valley of the Kings, the Rameseum and the Valley of the Nobles – all located on the West Bank of Luxor. We will then check into our rooms on the Iberotel Nile Cruise ship before enjoying a buffet lunch onboard. The afternoon will be free. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included, Overnight on Iberotel Nile Cruise, Luxor
December 10 Tuesday Day 07 Karnak Temple
In the morning we will visit Karnak Temple, before returning to the Nile cruise for lunch. The afternoon will be free as the cruise sets sail towards Edfu. Overnight on Iberotel Nile Cruise, Luxor
December 11 Wednesday Day 08 Edfu & Kom Ombo
Early in the morning we will visit Edfu Temple, then return to the cruise ship for lunch and an afternoon sailing. Just before sunset we will arrive at Kom Ombo temple. Dinner on board. Overnight on Iberotel Nile Cruise, Luxor
December 12 Thursday Day 09 Elephantine Island (Optional morning trip to Abu Simbel OR the Nubian Museum)
Visit Elephantine Island in the morning, return to the cruise ship for lunch. Evening free onboard cruise ship
Overnight on Iberotel Nile Cruise, Luxor
December 13 Friday Day 10 Aswan Quarry, Temple of Isis at Philae & fly back to Cairo
After breakfast we will visit the Aswan Quarry, then take a motorboat to the enchanting Island of Philae, and the powerful Temple of Isis. Afterwards we’ll have lunch before heading to Aswan airport for our flight back to Cairo. Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (B,L)
December 14 Saturday Day 11 Saqqara
Our visit to Saqqara will include an entry into the Unas Pyramid & Step Pyramid, and experiencing along with a visit to the incredible Serapeum.
Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (B,L)
December 15 Sunday Day 12 – Abu Sir & Abu Ghorab
Special Private permission to visit to Abu Sir & Abu Ghorab. Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (B,L)
December 16 Monday Day 13 – Explore the Giza Plateau and Private Entry into the Great Pyramid
In the morning we’ll visit the Giza Plateau and then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Nazlet Semman. In the late afternoon we will have our private entry into the Great Pyramid. Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (B,L)
December 17 Tuesday Day 14 Transfer to the Cairo Airport
Breakfast at the hotel, then check out and transfer to Cairo International airport for homeward flight.
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DETAILED ITINERARY:
December 4 Wednesday Day 01 Arrival and Welcome Dinner
A transfer representative will meet you at the airport to assist you with entry formalities, and escort you to the fabulous Hyatt Regency Cairo West Hotel.
At 6:00 PM we will have a meeting for introductions, followed by a Welcome Dinner together. Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (D)
December 5 Thursday Day 02 Giza Plateau and Valley Temple with views of the Sphinx
Breakfast Buffet is served from 6 AM – 10:30 AM at the Hyatt Regency Cairo West Hotel. Please be ready to board the bus by 10 AM outside the front door of the lobby for our visit to the Giza Plateau. We’ll drive the short distance to the Plateau’s entry and enjoy a day of exploring.
You’ll have the option to ride a camel and meet the rest of the group at the Valley Temple with wonderful views of Sphinx.
We’ll have a late lunch at the Pyramid’s Restaurant in nearby Nazlet Samman. Afterwards we will visit a local perfumery to experience the fragrance of pure Egyptian Oils. Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (B,L)
December 6 Friday Day 03 Egyptian Museum & Flight to Luxor
This morning we will check out of our hotel in Giza after breakfast. We will depart at 8 AM for our visit to the new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). The GEM, “the new crown jewel of Egypt”, will be one of the largest, most modern, and renowned museums in the entire world, housing artifacts from all over ancient Egypt, including the complete Tutankhamun collection. Many of the museums more than 50,000 pieces will be displayed publicly for the first time.
After exploring the wonders at the Museum we’ll have lunch before leaving for the Cairo airport for our flight to Luxor. We’ll check into our rooms at the fabulous 5-star Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel. Dinner on your own. Overnight at the Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel, Luxor (B,L)
December 7 Saturday Day 04 Abydos & Dendera
We will leave directly after breakfast, at 7 AM to drive to Abydos for our visit the Seti I Temple, and exterior view of the very ancient Osirion Temple. We will discuss the masterful craftsmanship of the beautiful depictions that cover the walls of the ancient Seti I temple, that is dedicated to Osiris. We’ll discuss the mysteries and implications of the Osiris ‘resurrection’ rituals that are illustrated throughout the temple, and guests will have the opportunity to see the famous “King’s List”.
Behind this Temple lies the megalithic Osirieon, similar to the Valley Temple in Giza, that the indigenous tell us is 35,000-50,000 years old or more. It is here that several illustrations of the Flower of Life can been seen on the huge pillars. Local villagers claim that the water that accumulates in this structure has valuable healing properties.
Afterwards we’ll have lunch at the House of Life Hotel before we depart for Dendera to visit the incredible Temple of Hathor. At this temple you will see star maps depicted on the ceilings, and the replica of famous Dendera Zodiac (the original is displayed at the Louvre in Paris) point to the ancient origins of astrology and superior knowledge of our universe.
What other secrets lie within this magnificent structure? We’ll explore the significance of this extraordinary temple together, including the 4 crypts that are now open to the public, and then allow for time for some free time for you to explore the temple and grounds. After our visit we will drive back to Luxor. Dinner on your own. Overnight at the Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel, Luxor (B,L)
December 8 Sunday Day 05 Luxor Museum, Luxor Temple & Shopping
Guests will have the incredible opportunity to participate in the optional Hot Air Balloon ride (at an additional cost), over the Nile and west bank of Luxor. This special experience takes place very early in the morning before sunrise – to watch the sun rise in the East over the Nile. Guests participating in this activity will meet the rest of the group at the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, we will depart for the Luxor Museum, home to many spectacular artifacts that were discovered in the area. Among the items on display are a collection of 26 New Kingdom statues that were found nearby at Luxor Temple, the royal mummies of two pharaohs – Ahmose I and Ramesses I, and a major exhibit which is a reconstruction of one of the walls of Akhenaten’s temple at Karnak Temple. One of the featured items in the collection is a calcite double statue of the crocodile god Sobek and the 18th Dynasty pharaoh Amenhotep III. We will enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant followed by an opportunity for shopping.
We will then explore the mysteries of the enigmatic Luxor Temple in the early evening. Linked to Karnak Temple by the Avenue of Sphinxes, Luxor Temple utilizes similar patterns of sacred geometry in its design, as well as offer remarkable giant statues thought to belong to Ramses the Great. We will then return to our hotel – dinner on your own. Overnight at the Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel, Luxor (B,L)
December 9 Monday Day 06 Valley of the Kings, Rameseum and Tombs of the Nobles
After our breakfast, we will check out of our hotel around 8 AM. We will then drive to the West Bank of Luxor, where we will first visit the famous Valley of the Kings – burial site of ancient Egyptian kings for almost 500 years. Here guests will have the opportunity to visit 3 spectacular tombs. Guest will have the option to purchase additional tickets to enter King Tutankhamen’s tomb, as well as the fabulous joint tomb of Ramses V & VI.
Next we’re off to visit the megalithic Rameseum.
Originally called the House of Millions of Years, the Rameseum was said to have been built Pharaoh Ramesses II. As his mortuary temple, this would have been a place of worship dedicated to him as a god on earth, where his memory would have been kept alive till long after his death.
Built on top of at least one earlier structure, this magnificent temple houses statues that required the use of high technologies as well as an enormous megalithic seated statue that has fallen into pieces. Sculpted from one solid piece of Aswan syenite, it would have once towered at 69 ft high, weighing more than 1000 tons. This is the largest remaining colossal statue (except statues crafted in situ) in the world. Scattered remains of two other finely crafted statues of the seated king made from pink granite and black granite once flanked the entrance to the temple.
We then continue on to the Valley of the Nobles – the burial place of ancient Egyptian noble men who once served the royal court. These hidden underground tombs were carefully designed, and are well preserved – depicting the afterlife and the daily lives of those buried there. 
After a stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, we’ll check into our rooms on our cruise ship and have lunch. The rest of the afternoon will be free to enjoy the cruise ship’s amenities. Overnight on a 5-Star Iberotel Nile Cruise ship, Luxor (B,L,D)
December 10 Tuesday Day 07 Karnak Temple
After breakfast we will visit Karnak Temple, the world’s largest temple. 
One can never have enough time to fully explore all the riches of Karnak Temple, where we will spend the entire morning after an early breakfast. An avenue of ram-headed sphinxes leads us into the gigantic complex, which includes temples dedicated to Amun, Mut and Khonsu.
We will explore the grounds and Yousef will point out examples of exceptional stone-masonry and evidence of lost advanced technology. Afterwards we will return to the cruise ship for lunch, as our Nile cruise sets sail towards Edfu. Afternoon and evening will be free to enjoy the amenities on the cruise ship. Overnight on our 5-Star Iberotel Nile Cruise ship, Edfu (B,L,D)
December 11 Wednesday Day 8 Edfu & Kom Ombo
We’ll leave early in the morning to visit the Temple dedicated to Horus at Edfu, one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. This temple, enshrouded with many mysteries, was built during Ptolemaic times on a site of a far more ancient temple. 
We will return to the cruise ship as the cruise continues to sail towards Kom Ombo. The rest of the morning and afternoon will be free, and there will be afternoon tea served on the top deck. In the late afternoon we will dock in Kom Ombo and visit the twin temples dedicated to the crocodile Neter, Sobek and Horus, the Elder.
We’ll explore the site and return to the Nile cruise for dinner while the ship continues to sail to Aswan, docking in the evening. Overnight on our 5-Star Iberotel Nile Cruise ship, Aswan (B,L,D)
December 12 Thursday Day 9 Elephantine Island (Optional morning trip to Abu Simbel OR the Nubian Museum)
After everyone returns from their optional trips (or remains on the boat for rest and relaxation), we’ll board a motor boat that will take us to Elephantine Island. Scattered throughout this site we find many remnants that display the incredible capabilities of the ancients. We will discuss the theory that the Ark of the Covenant was once hidden on this island on its journey south to Ethiopia, where many believe it is hidden now.
We will return to the cruise ship for dinner. Evening free. Overnight on our 5-Star Iberotel Nile Cruise ship, Aswan (B,L,D)
December 13 Friday Day 10 – Aswan Quarry & Temple of Isis at Philae, fly back to Cairo
After breakfast we will check out of our Nile cruise and visit the ancient granite quarry – Aswan Quarry. Here you will have the opportunity to see the unfinished obelisk said weigh 1100 tons and thought to have been abandoned when a crack appeared on its surface. At this site you will also see evidence of several different methods of quarrying stone that can be dated to different time periods and civilizations.
Next, we visit the enchanting Island of Philae, and the powerful Temple of Isis who was associated with the ancients’ most highly revered star, Sirius. The annual rising of Sirius was synonymous with the flooding of the River Nile, which left huge deposits of silt, the very valuable black earth or “KMT” (Khemit), that became one of the ancient names for Egypt.
Isis is usually depicted wearing the throne, or “seat of power”, reflecting the matriarchal nature of the very ancient civilization. After sharing some of the highlights of this site together, you will have time to explore its captivating wonders on your own.
Following lunch we will be transported to the airport to fly back to Cairo in the late afternoon. We will check into our hotel upon our return to Giza, dinner on your own. Overnight at the Hyatt Regency Cairo West Hotel, Giza (B,L)
December 14 Saturday Day 11 Saqqara
After Breakfast we’ll leave at 8 AM for our exploration of the site of Saqqara, where we will enter the Unas Pyramid, which has the earliest writings of the Pyramid’s texts. Next we’ll enter the Step Pyramid of Djoser from the southern entrance.
A visit to the Serapeum, a huge subterranean complex, will be a highlight of our day. A long hallway that runs in east/west directions is flanked by chambers that contains megalithic stone boxesweighingupto100 tons.
Many believe that Bulls associated with the Apis Bull cult were buried in them, however, no bulls or human bodies were found in any of these huge boxes which illustrate extremely advanced technology. When excavated in 1852, all twenty-four boxes, weighing 60-80 tons, had been plundered. Their lids had been pried loose and the contents taken. After lunch at a local restaurant we’ll return to our hotel for a free evening. Overnight at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Giza (B,L)
December 15 Sunday Day 12 – PRIVATE VISITS to Abu Sir & Abu Ghorab
After a late breakfast we’ll depart for our Private Visits at the archaeological areas of Abu Sir and Abu Ghorab. These two magnificent sites are still under excavation and closed to the general public, however, we have organized a special permission visit to both these sites. 
Abu Sir means “the House or Temple of Osiris”, and the area is said to be a vast necropolis from the Old Kingdom period, with some later additions. We’ll look at the many incredible indications that this site is probably far more ancient. There are 14 pyramid structures onsite – three large ones still remain, however, Abu Sir is home to one the most elaborate and unique mastaba said to have been built for a non-royal in from the 5th Dynasty.
Structures here demonstrate impressive and highly advanced stone working techniques and the entire site was laid out in careful alignment with the Sun Temple of the ancient city of On/An (Greek Heliopolis).
We will then continue on to Abu Ghorab, just northwest of the Abu Sir pyramids. Abu Ghorab is home to two structures showing a reverence for the sun. Abu Ghorab features a giant calcite crystal ‘Hotep Ra’ that many speculate was once an ancient place for religious rituals. The site also contains the famous alabaster and limestone basins that are subject to many interesting theories.
Yousef will highlight some incredible stonework on site, and guests will have the opportunity to examine the mysteries giant alabaster bowls found on site. We’ll enjoy a late lunch and return to the hotel. Evening is free. Hyatt Regency Cairo West Hotel, Giza (B,L)
December 16 Monday Day 13 – Optional shopping & Private Entry into the Great Pyramid
In the morning guests will have the option of doing a bit of shopping, or enjoy a late start to the day or lounge by the pool. Guests will have lunch on their own at the hotel. We will leave the hotel after 2 PM and return to the Giza Plateau for our Private Entry inside the Great Pyramid.
All three chambers of the Great Pyramid will be opened for you to explore for 2 hours of Private time. This is your opportunity to explore the magnificence of this incredible architectural wonder that embodies incredible information about the earth, our solar system and more. After wards we’ll enjoy a farewell dinner at the Pyramids Restaurant. Overnight at the Hyatt Regency Cairo West Hotel, Giza (B,L)
December 17 Tuesday Day 14 – Transfer to the Cairo Airport
Breakfast is included, and hotel check out is at 12 PM. Guests will be transferred to the airport by a private shuttle bus for their international flights home.
Airport transfers will be provided for those who stay (within the Cairo area) for a day or more before or after the tour. If you wish to stay at the Oasis Hotel, please ask about our discounted pricing for extra nights.
Featuring:
Speaker Ben Van Kerkwyk
Ben van Kerkwyk is an Australian researcher, writer and content creator, now living in the United States.
He produces the unchartedx.com website and UnchartedX youtube channel and podcast, focusing on short-form documentaries and interviews on various topics dealing with ancient mysteries and the new scientific work that has a bearing on the story of human history.
After 20 years and a successful multinational career as a networking expert and technologist in IT, Ben brings a unique perspective when investigating the evidence for ancient high technology, and casts such mysteries in the light of many new discoveries like those for the Younger Dryas Cataclysm, and the extension of the human civilization timeline.
A lifelong student and fan of history, Ben has been traveling the world for decades, visits places like Egypt and South America regularly, and has filmed at many ancient sites, as well as interviewing and interacting with many of the leading authors and researchers working in this field, like Graham Hancock, Randall Carlson, George Howard and more.
UnchartedX YOUTUBE CHANNEL:
https://www.youtube.com/c/unchartedx
Yousef Awyan as Your Host & Speaker
KSAM Co- Director, Khemitologist, Speaker, Explorer, Stone Mason and Musician
Yousef will discuss the wisdom of ancient Khemit, a technologically advanced civilization that created incredible structures, temples and sculptures–with an incredible knowledge displayed within their symbolism and iconography. He will cite irrefutable evidence and amazing anomalies that challenge the dictates of mainstream Egyptology. Yousef will illustrate how the powerful sites, purposefully chosen for their energetic properties, were transformed over the centuries-by many different civilizations.
Price per Person, Double Occupancy: US $6,590.00
There is a single room supplement of US $1,300.00 if you wish to have your own room for the entire journey.
Payment of the US $1,100.00 deposit secures your place on the tour.
(Does not include your International Travel Expenses)
Please fill out our Registration Form:
Your place is confirmed when you send your non-refundable $1,100.00 Deposit.
PLEASE FILL OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM TO RECEIVE ALL DETAILS ON THE TOUR AND FOR MAKING PAYMENTS
(Payment in full is required by October 6, 2024)
Optional Single Room Supplement: $1,300.00 NOTE: This is the additional amount you will pay if you choose to have your own private room throughout the journey.
ROOMMATES: If you’re not traveling with anyone you know, we would be happy to assist pairing you with a fellow traveler.
Per our Terms and Conditions, we will hold the registration open until 30 days before the tour begins (or later if possible) in order to try to match you with someone. If by that date we have not been able to do so, you will be responsible to pay for the single supplement. Please try to register early if you would like to be matched with a roommate
YOUR LAND TOUR INCLUDES:
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Airport ‘Meet & Greet’, assistance through customs and transfer to our Hotel in Giza
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Domestic flights in Egypt: Cairo/Luxor and Aswan/Cairo
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5-Star hotels in Giza (7 nights), and Luxor (3 nights) including daily buffet breakfast, hotel taxes and service charges
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5-Star Iberotel Nile Cruise ship for 4 nights, including breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
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Additional Meals included: 12 lunches, 2 dinners
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3 Private Visits to Abu SIr and Abu Ghorab and inside the Great Pyramid (with a minimum of 20 guests)
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Baggage handling at airport and hotels
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Visits to temples and monument sites, including transportation and entrance fees
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Yousef Awyan as your Host and Speaker from Egypt
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Ben Van Kerwyk as your Special Guest Speaker
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Water and Snacks during road trips
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Tipping for Hotel and Cruise staff
NOT INCLUDED:
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Roundtrip international airfares
- – $25.00 Egypt Tourist Visa to be obtained upon your arrival at the airport in Cairo for citizens of America, Canada or the UK. Egypt has just introduced a digital portal to obtain entry visas as well. ELECTRONIC VISA PORTALhttps://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg/eVisa/Home?VISTK=ZBCS-T1EH-FJZT-T7HL-1YSI-EOUZ-OSRT-EQ28-GPMM-ZMT1-PKIQ-2KNI-MJ7H-VX14-43LF-SKL2 It is ultimately your responsibility to determine what your country of nationality requires in order to obtain your entry visa into Egypt.
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Travel & Health Insurance (highly recommended)
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Meals not included (As indicated in the itinerary)
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Personal items (Such as laundry, beverages during meals, internet service on the cruise ship and telephone calls or any item not listed on the itinerary)
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Tipping for Tour Guide
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
All travelers need a passport valid for at least six months after the date of entering the country. Holders of American Passports will be provided with the requisite visas to visit Egypt upon arrival.
BAGGAGE
Generally between North America and Egyptian destinations, each passenger is allowed up to two pieces of checked baggage. Please check with your airline for specifics on the size and weight of your allowed baggage.
RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES
Reservation and Payment
A non-refundable deposit of $1,100.00 per person will be required at the time of booking. To insure your reservation, final payment will be due 45 days prior the departure dates from your Country. It is the responsibility of the traveler (or agent) to determine that final payment reaches us on time. Bookings made within 30 days of departure date, will require full and final payment immediately upon booking. No booking will be considered until final deposit is received by the Tour Operator. Payments are to be made via Credit Card or Bank Transfer. Payments made with credit cards via Select Egypt’s online portal will be subject to a 3% fee to cover bank changes. Please add this fee to your payment. Any fees charged for payments made via Bank transfers or credit card will be the responsibility of the sender. Please inquire about this before you make your bank transaction.
Cancellation and Refunds
Due to high preparation costs, cancellations must be received in writing within 45 days of travel date. Cancellations received more than 30 days prior to departure will have a penalty of $1,000.00 per person; those received between 30 and 25 days will have a penalty of 50% per person; those received between 25 and 20 days will have a penalty of 75% per person. Cancellations received 20 days or less before departure will receive no refund. No refund will be made for transfers, city tours or any other services (including meals, accommodations or transportation) voluntarily not taken.
Changes
This itinerary is subject to changes in sequence in order to adapt to possible alterations in domestic flight times or other unforeseen circumstances. The content will remain the same, barring any unanticipated complications, and will include many delightful “extras” and surprises.
INSURANCE:
We highly recommend that all participants obtain a good comprehensive Travel Insurance policy. Travel Insured International offers insurance for trip cost, trip cancellation & interruption, and pays for loss due to unforeseen circumstance, death, injury, or illness to you or a member of your family. It also includes coverage for missed connections due to weather, pays for lost deposits due to the financial default of the airline, the tour operator, or cruise line. It pays for baggage delays, travel delays, medical expenses, and emergency assistance.
WAIVER OF RESPONSIBILITY:
By signing up to the tour you agree to our terms, deposit conditions and waiver.
KSAM, its agents and our Tour Facilitators have worked diligently to make all of the arrangements for our journey together in Egypt, however, KSAM, its agents and our Tour Facilitators will not be held liable for delays, theft, damage, injury, or any other irregularities that may occur during the course of the journey. We will not be held liable for any changes or delays in airline schedules or missed connections; injury, loss, or damage to persons or property; additional expenses resulting from changes in exchange rates, tariffs, or itinerary; any transportation issues or problems with vehicles utilized on the tour; additional expenses incurred due to illness, weather conditions, protests, war, terrorism, quarantine, or other causes; and losses due to cancellations not subject to our terms and conditions.
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