TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Insight Vacations (http://www.insightvacations.com), the leader in premium and luxury escorted journeys, celebrated their return to Egypt this month with their first trip back to the land of the Nile, taking a group of guests and a small global contingent of media hosted in part by global CEO, John Boulding. The group experienced the 10-day Wonders of Egypt itinerary with Insight's exclusive Signature Experiences including visits to Giza, Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.
"I had the great privilege of being able to join our guests on the first departure back to Egypt since 2013 and it was a fantastic experience, from the warm welcome by the locals to the rich history and culture that this iconic destination is renowned for," said John Boulding, Global CEO, Insight Vacations. "Insight has been working closely with Egypt for more than 30 years and we are thrilled to be assisting the regrowth of tourism in this vibrant country, supporting airport staff, ship crew, knowledgeable local guides and our expert Tour Directors."
The Art of Touring in Style
Upon arrival in Egypt, guests are met by local guides prior to passport control to ensure the process goes smoothly and hassle-free, assisting with acquiring an arrival visa and arranging private transfers from Cairo International Airport to the Cairo Marriott, an Insight Vacations Signature Hotel where guests will receive a genuine Egyptian welcome for their stay. With a fantastic selection of local and international cuisine, welcoming staff and premium amenities such as a fitness centre, spa and shops, guests will have everything they need. The Cairo Marriott is centrally located in downtown Cairo, surrounded by cafes, popular restaurants and shops all conveniently within walking distance.
Guests on the Wonders of Egypt will enjoy a four-day luxury cruise from Luxor to Aswan along the Nile River complete with an elegant Egyptian dinner and galabeya party. On this first departure, guests were treated to a stay on the luxurious River Tosca cruise ship, which is operated by sister brand Uniworld Boutique River Cruises (http://www.uniworld.com) and is slated to be regularly featured on Insight's Elegance of Egypt and Elegance of the Pharaohs Gold Luxury escorted journeys commencing September 2015.
We're With You All The Way
Insight's Tour Director acts as a 'travelling concierge' and is with guests every step of the way - from providing expert knowledge on local customs to arranging transfers and transportation, it's like having a friend in a foreign land.
For more information on Insight Vacations and the Wonders of Egypt, watch our video http://youtu.be/4EyYxWtZrXQ and visit our website https://www.insightvacations.com/wonders-of-egypt-2015 or contact your local travel agent.
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To date, TreadRight has donated more than USD 2.5 million to sustainable tourism projects worldwide. The Foundation's guiding principle is to encourage sustainable tourism development through conservation, leadership and support for communities. Foundation priorities are set by the Steering Committee, which includes sustainability leaders like Céline Cousteau and Costas Christ.
TreadRight's past project partners include WWF, Conservation International and The National Trust in the UK. Current initiatives include sponsoring the National Geographic Society's inaugural "World Legacy Awards," WildAid and inspiring wildlife advocates like Terri Irwin.
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About Insight Vacations
For more than 35 years, Insight Vacations (www.insightvacations.com) has been designing the world's finest escorted travel itineraries. Insight offers 113 journeys to more countries across Europe than any other operator and provides the same legendary service across North America, India, Bhutan, Nepal, Morocco, Egypt and Israel.
Insight guests enjoy The Art of Touring in Style with business-class legroom aboard customized luxury coaches, intimate groups of just 40 travellers and the services of an experienced Tour Director who acts as 'travelling concierge.' Each expertly planned itinerary includes a range of Signature Events for a unique and authentic look into the history and culture of each destination. Throughout their trip, guests will stay in handpicked hotels that are centrally or scenically located and have the perfect balance of guided and independent exploration.
For more information, visit us at http://www.insightvacations.com, on social media at http://www.facebook.com/InsightVacations, http://twitter.com/InsightVacation, and join the conversation using the hashtag #InsightMoments.
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