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UNEARTHING THE HIDDEN RESTING PLACE OF CLEOPATRA
Cairo & Alexandria
THE QUEST FOR THE LONG-LOST TOMB OF CLEOPATRA
A groundbreaking journey visit the site where the search for the final resting place of the last ruler of ancient Egypt, Cleopatra, is underway.
The journey begins in Cairo, with behind-the-scenes access to a slew of new discoveries at Egypt’s largest archaeological site Saqqara, and an exclusive preview of the much-anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum before it opens.
In the port city of Alexandria, trace the work of celebrated archaeologist Dr. Kathleen Martinez and her team, where they explore recently uncovered tunnels that are said to lead to the long-lost tomb of Cleopatra.
Could these new discoveries rewrite ancient Egyptian history?
FROM £16,650 PER PERSON
For six days, based on two people sharing.
INCLUSIONS
Two nights' accommodation at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Three nights' accommodation at Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano
Explore the Egyptian Museum with an Egyptologist
Exclusive preview of the Grand Egyptian Museum
Private access to the excavations at archaeological site Saqqara
Exploration of the Alexandria National Museum with an expert guide
Exclusive view of the Library of Alexandria with an archivist
Exclusive access to the excavations at Taposiris Magna to search for Cleopatra
Local Egyptologists throughout the journey
All local transfers to activities and meals as mentioned
WHEN TO TRAVEL
The best time to travel is between September 2023 and May 2024
EXCLUSIONS
Flights to/from Cairo
Excursions, meals and drinks other than mentioned
ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Discover the Great Pyramid of Giza and unlock exclusive access to the Great Sphinx with lectures directed by a local Egyptologist.
Private access to the Oracle Temple of Amun in the remote UNESCO-protected Siwa Oasis and a stay at an off-grid hideaway.
For those looking to extend their journey, extensions to Luxor can be arranged upon request.
CAIRO REVEALS ITS LATEST TREASURES
Explore Cairo in the illuminating company of a local Egyptologist. Discover the Old Egyptian Museum, with a deep-dive into the diverse collection of ancient artefacts.
Revel at the architectural marvel of the new Grand Egyptian Museum, with a private viewing of the world’s largest archaeological museum ahead of its official public opening. Highlights include exploring the colossal Statue of Ramses II, the remarkable ship of King Khufu and the first-ever Hanging Obelisk.
Travel to the sacred mummification and burial site of Saqqara. Home to Egypt’s earliest colossal stone structure – the Pyramid of Djoser – Saqqara recently reported exciting new findings, including human and animal embalming workshops that date back some 2,000 years. Observe live excavations and look inside the tomb of Wahtye – the once royal priest of the Old Kingdom.
BUILDING A PICTURE OF ALEXANDRIA IN THE REIGN OF CLEOPATRA
In Alexandria, connect with a local Egyptologist to explore the Alexandria National Museum. Observe a collection of ancient artefacts taken from the Ptolemaic period; an investigation curated by Dr. Kathleen Martinez to best contextualise the theories and findings of her team.
Recognised for its sleek, circular stone structure that’s etched with carvings courtesy of local artists, the Library of Alexandria is key in piecing together the life of Egyptian Queen Cleopatra. Directed by an expert archivist, examine the library’s lab to interpret the ancient manuscripts that shaped the theories of Kathleen and her team.
THE SEARCH FOR THE MISSING TOMB
Head to archaeological site Taposiris Magna to join the experts who work alongside Dr. Kathleen Martinez and shadow them as they explore the ruins and previously hidden tunnels, using cutting-edge technology in their search for the long-lost tomb of Queen Cleopatra.
Learn the team’s momentous findings with engraved coins, ceramics and bones that have moved them closer to unearthing the final resting place of Cleopatra and Mark Antony – potentially groundbreaking revelations that are anticipated to rewrite Ancient Egyptian history. How impactful are these discoveries to Cleopatra’s story?
THE EXPERT
DR. KATHLEEN MARTINEZ
A former layer and diplomat, archaeologist Dr. Kathleen Martinez leads an exciting excavation at Taposiris Magna, Northern Egypt. Her recent findings could lead her to the long-lost tomb of ancient Egyptian Queen Cleopatra – a revelation that has been on the brink of discovery for millennia.
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