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The Senior and Travelrite International,
invites you to join us on Aegean Odyssey for our
Voyage to Antiquity
visiting
Egypt and Jordan
November 11 – November 28, 2010
Great fun and luxury cruising on our Voyage to Antiquity
Visiting Cairo, Alexandria, St Catherine’s Monastery, Luxor and the Valley of the Kings,
St Anthony’s Monastery, Aqaba, Petra, Amman, the Dead Sea and Jerash
With an optional extension tour to Damascus and Aleppo
November 27 - December 5, 2010

The Senior great value fully inclusive
fly/cruise on the Aegean Odyssey
Great cruise inclusions
• The cruise is fully escorted by a professional Travelrite
International cruise manager and representative of
The Senior
• Return flights
• All meals on board Aegean Odyssey and selected wine
with dinner
• Private Cocktail Party
• Port and handling charges
• Transfers from and to the airport
• Three nights accommodation in Cairo, one night in Luxor,
one night in Petra and two nights in Amman on a bed and
breakfast basis
• Fully inclusive sightseeing tours in Cairo, Alexandria,
St Catherine’s Monastery, Luxor and the Valley of the Kings,
St Anthony’s Monastery, Aqaba, Wadi Rum, Petra, Amman,
the Dead Sea and Jerash
Aegean Odyssey
The Aegean Oddessy has been re-fitted to allow generously sized suites,
junior suites and staterooms with and without balconies. The ship was
launched in 1974. There is accommodation for up to 380 guests with a
choice of restaurants. The most formal restaurant is the Marco Polo. The
Terrace Café replicates the charm and ambience of a seaside trattoria or
you can enjoy dining at Tapas on the Terrace which is open for dinner
and provides Mediterranean bistro-style food. The ship has a beautifully
appointed and well-stocked library. There is an internet centre, an outdoor
pool, a spa and jacuzzi and a fully equipped gym. There is also a lecture
theatre, cinema, a medical centre and beauty salon.
Clothing on board Aegean Odyssey
During the day casual clothing is typical, although shorts and swimwear are not
permitted in the formal restaurants. In the evening a jacket is required for gentlemen
and equivalent for ladies in the formal restaurant. The self-service restaurant is casual.
Don’t worry about coming alone
About a third of people on the cruise travel alone. We will match people up in twin
share cabins when available – saving you the single supplement. You won’t be left
alone; the Travelrite tour manager will be looking after you. There will be group
activities almost every day.
The advantages of The Senior’s Aegean Odyssey cruise
The cruise is fully escorted and will be a great fun holiday with plenty of activities.
Each evening you will dine with the group on our reserved tables. You will meet a
fun group of people and have a fabulous time.
Itinerary
Day 1 Thursday 11 November 2010
We depart Australia on our flight to Cairo today.
Day 2 Friday 12 November 2010
Departure
Cairo
This morning we arrive in the city of Cairo. On arrival we
will be transferred to our hotel. The rest of the afternoon
will be free.
Day 3 Saturday 13 November 2010 Cairo
Today we have a sightseeing tour of the city and see the impressive Citadel and the maze
of narrow congested streets teeming with life. There are many mosques most of which are
open to non-Muslims. We visit Khan al-Khalili, the medieval bazaar selling a vast array of
spices, water pipes, handicrafts and silks. The afternoon is free for individual exploration.
Day 4 Sunday 14 November 2010
Cairo
Today we visit Giza and see one of the wonders of the ancient world: the Pyramids, built by
the Pharaohs over 4,500 years ago. We see the Sphinx, usually dated to 2,500 BC and have
a guided tour to explain the history of these ancient buildings. The afternoon will be spent
viewing the magnificent collections of Pharaonic art – including the treasures from the
Tomb of Tutankhamun – at the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities.
Day 5 Monday 15 November 2010
Cairo
This morning we visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara (27 miles south of Cairo) the
first significant pyramid built and is even older than the pyramids at Giza. We also visit the
ancient city of Memphis which was the capital of ancient Egypt (29 miles south of Cairo).
In the early afternoon we depart by road for Alexandria to board the Aegean Odyssey.
Day 6 Tuesday 16 November 2010
Alexandria
This morning we will tour Alexandria, the city founded by Alexander the Great. Our visit
includes the Roman amphitheatre at Kom al-Dikka, the Graeco-Roman Museum, and
Fort Qait Bey, a stronghold protecting the old harbour on the site of the ancient Pharos. We
depart in the afternoon and sail for Port Said en route to the Suez Canal.
Day 7 Wednesday 17 November 2010
Suez Canal
Daytime sailing through the 119 mile-long Suez Canal to the Red Sea, via the Great Bitter
Lake – a memorable and beautiful journey. Overnight in Suez (or Ein el Soknha).
Day 8 Thursday 18 November 2010 Monastery of St Anthony
Today we visit the Monastery of St Anthony in the Red Sea Mountains. Founded between
AD361-3, St Anthony’s is the oldest and largest Coptic monastery in Egypt. It contains
remarkable 6th and 9th century murals and has retained much of its original appearance.
Return to the ship for an evening departure.
Day 9 Friday 19 November 2010 Gulf of Suez and the Red Sea
Time to relax, enjoy the sunshine and take in an inspiring talk or two by our on-board
lecturers. In the evening, the Aegean Odyssey arrives in Safaga.
ITINERARY INSPIRATIONS – Guest Speaker Topics Include:
A Miracle of Engineering: How they built the Pyramids
Buried Treasures: The Archaeology of Pharaonic Egypt
Petra, Amman and Jerash: The history and archaeology of Jordan
Life in the Wilderness: The landscape and natural history of the desert

The Seniors Extension Tour to
Damascus and Aleppo
Day 10 Saturday 20 November 2010
Luxor
The next two days are devoted to visiting some of the most remarkable sites the ancient
world has to offer: Karnak, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings. Leave the ship in the
morning for an overnight trip to Luxor. After checking into the hotel at lunchtime, the
afternoon will be spent exploring the temple complex of Karnak, including the magnificent
Temple of Amun and the open-air museum. To round off this spectacular day, you will see
the world-famous Karnak sound and light show.
Day 11 Sunday 21 November 2010
Luxor and the Valley of the Kings
Another unforgettable morning. On the opposite bank of the Nile from Karnak, is the
site of the ancient Egyptian capital of Thebes and the necropolis known as the Valley
of the Kings, burial place of the New Kingdom pharaohs (including Tutankhamun).
The magnificence of these tombs and temples has attracted visitors since the time of the
ancient Greek historian Herodotus. After lunch, we return to Safaga for an overnight sail
to Sharm el-Sheikh.
Day 12 Monday 22 November 2010 St Catherine’s Monastery
On the site where Moses is thought to have witnessed the burning bush is St Catherine’s
Monastery, founded in the 4th century and is believed to be the oldest inhabited Christian
monastery in the world. It is home to a library of early Christian manuscripts, the Well
of Moses where the prophet is said to have met his wife Zipporah and the extravagantly
decorated 6th century Basilica of the Transfiguration. After the morning’s tour of St
Catherine’s you return to Sharm el-Sheikh for a free afternoon. In the evening, as this is
our last night aboard the Aegean Odyssey, we will enjoy a cocktail party on deck at sunset
as the ship departs for Aqaba. Tonight we will have a farewell dinner.
Day 13 Tuesday 23 November 2010
Aqaba, Jordan
After breakfast, you are free to explore Aqaba before an early lunch on board ship. In the
afternoon we drive to the stunning scenery of Wadi Rum for sunset. Wadi Rum, home of
the Bedouin is known for its stunning rock mountains that tower over the desert floor.
Lawrence of Arabia had his base here at one stage of his revolt in the desert. The journey
then continues on to Petra for hotel check in.
Day 14 Wednesday 24 November 2010
Petra, Jordan
A full day exploring the extraordinary and stunning rose-red ancient city of Petra. From the
first sight of the magnificent Treasury as you emerge from the mile-long gorge, which acts as
the city’s main gate to the tombs and altars carved out of the rock; this Nabataean antiquity
is one of the most astonishing archaeological sites in the world. Overnight in Petra.
Day 15 Thursday 25 November 2010
Amman, Jordan
Today we leave in the morning by road en route for Amman, the capital city of Jordan. We
will take the scenic route that passes through the Dana Nature Reserve to the lowest part
of the Earth’s surface; the Dead Sea. Taking a dip in the famously buoyant waters of the
Dead Sea is an interesting experience. On the way to Amman is Mount Nebo, the reputed
burial site of Moses marked by an exquisitely decorated Byzantine church. Evening check
in to the hotel in Amman.
Day 16 Friday 26 November 2010
Amman, Jerash, Jordan
The Jordanian capital is a higgledy piggledy place that sprawls over several mountains.
Fortunately, its great sites are concentrated in the ancient political and religious centre
known as the Citadel. The morning’s tour will include the small but perfectly formed
Jordanian Archaeological Museum, the 2nd century AD Temple of Hercules and the
Omayyad Palace. In the afternoon, we visit the spectacular Graeco-Roman city of Jerash.
Built by Alexander the Great in the 2nd century BC, Jerash is one of the best-preserved cities
of antiquity in the world.
Day 17 Saturday 27 November 2010
Departure
Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for the flight home.
Day 18 Sunday 28 November 2010
Arrival in Australia
We arrive back in Australia this evening and the tour concludes.
Day 1 Saturday 27 November 2010
Damascus
This morning we depart Amman and travel north to the ancient city of Damascus which
has been inhabited longer than any other city in the world.
Day 2 Sunday 28 November, 2010
Damascus
Today we have a sightseeing tour of this ancient walled city that in some ways has not
changed since the Middle Ages. We visit the Mosque, the famous souks with different streets
selling different types of goods, St Paul’s gate and chapel where the Apostles escaped over the
walls of the city, St Anubis Chapel, and the Azem Palace a peaceful Damascene Palace.
Day 3 Monday 29 November, 2010
Damascus
This morning we visit the National Archaeological Museum with its impressive collection
of artifacts excavated from the many important sites though the country. The afternoon
will be free.
Day 4 Tuesday 30 November 2010
Krak de Chavaliers
This morning we depart Damascus and visit the town of Marmula, one of the few remaining
places where Aramaic, the language of Jesus, is still spoken. We then visit the best Crusader
castle in the world, Krak de Chavaliers. Constructed by the Knights Hospitallers in the 12th
century, it is an impressive sight and in almost perfect condition. We then visit the town of
Hamas, known for its enormous water wheels, before we arrive at Aleppo where we check
into our hotel.
Day 5 Wednesday 1 December 2010
Aleppo
This morning we visit the Citadel of Aleppo. Site of a fortification since ancient times, today
it is a spectacular medieval castle that over looks the city. We also visit the souks of Aleppo,
some of which date from the 11th and 12th centuries. The rest of the day will be free.
Day 6 Thursday 2 December 2010
Aleppo
Today we travel out of Aleppo on an excursion to the spectacular ruins of St Simeon’s
Monastery that dates from the Byzantine period of the 6th century. St Simeon was a
famous saint of the period known for living on the top of a pillar. We then visit the ruins of
the Roman and Byzantine town of Serjilla, one of the “Dead Cities” which were abandoned
at the end of the Byzantine era. It is amazingly intact.
Day 7 Friday 3 December 2010
Palmyra
This morning we travel into the desert to the amazing ruins of the ancient city of Palmyra.
Once a thriving trading city it grew rich controlling the trade from the East into the
Roman Empire. Ruled by legendary Queen Zenobia, the city rebelled against the Romans
and for a while, had a number of stunning victories against them before being finally
defeated. The ruins are spectacular at sunset in the desert setting with an ancient fort in
the background. We have a sightseeing tour before relaxing at our hotel.
Day 8 Saturday 4 December 2010
Departure
This morning we travel to Damascus Airport for our afternoon flight back to Australia.
Day 9 Sunday 5 December 2010
Arrival in Australia
We arrive back into Australia this evening.

Voyage
The
to
Senior
Antiquity visiting Egypt and Jordan
November 11 – November 28, 2010
Per person in twin share cabins
Cabin Description Deck Cruise Fare
N Standard, Inside Belvedere/Columbus $ 6995
M Premium, Inside Columbus $ 7325
L Premium, Inside Belvedere/Columbus $ 7540
K Standard, Outside Columbus $ 7695
J Premium, Outside Columbus $ 7910
I Premium, Outside Belvedere $ 8125
H Premium, Outside (partially restricted) Bridge $ 8675
G Deluxe, Outside Bridge/Belvedere $ 9265
F Deluxe, Outside Bridge/Belvedere $ 9995
E Junior Suite, Outside Bridge $ 10565
D Deluxe, Balcony Belvedere $ 11670
C Deluxe, Balcony Lido/Bridge $ 12210
B Junior Suite, Balcony Lido $ 13050
A Owner’s Suite, Balcony Lido $ 13885
Included port and handling charge $ 595
Included gratuities $ 155
Included air taxes and surcharges as at 1/3/10 $ 400
The price of the Extension Tour to Damascus and Aleppo
$ 1995 pp
The single supplement is $ 785
Availability: All cabins are subject to cabin availability. Please call for fares and information
on other cabin categories. A limited number of cabins are available for single occupancy.
Extending: You can stay on in Egypt/Jordan as applicable at no additional airfare cost.
Check with Travelrite International.
Tour Operator: Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817
078) is the tour organiser. Fly/cruise arrangements are subject to the
terms and conditions and general information detailed in the Aegean
Odyssey Voyages to Antiquity 2010 brochure. All passengers must
complete and sign a Aegean Odyssey and Travelrite International
booking form.
Deposit and Payment: A deposit of $500 per passenger should
be sent with a completed Travelrite International booking form
that lists your requested cabin category. As soon as the booking is
confirmed, (usually within 24 hours), a cruise confirmation advice
will be posted to the client, together with a full Aegean Odyssey 2010
brochure. These brochures provide detailed descriptions of all cabin
categories. The client must confirm the booking by paying a fly/
cruise deposit equal to 25 percent of the fly/cruise fare within ten
days of the booking being confirmed. The confirmation advice will
contain all details. The passenger must also complete and return the
Aegean Odyssey Cruise reservation form to Travelrite International.
Final payments are due to be paid to Travelrite International 95
days prior to the commencement of the fly/cruise. A one percent
administration fee will be added to all payments made by Mastcard and
Visa and three percent to payments by AMEX and Diners credit cards.
Cancellation Charges: Number of days before sailing.
Days prior to Departure Cancellation Fee
Over 95 days 10%
95 - 65 days 50% of full fare
64 - 46 days 75% of full fare
45 days or less 100% of full fare
Non appearance/no written notice 100% of full fare
Refunds: This cruise is based on arrangements that do not allow
for any refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals or
other services not utilised after the respective tour has commenced.
Travel Documents: All passengers will require a valid passport.
Check with Travelrite International for visa requirements.
Travel Insurance: Adequate travel insurance is highly recommended
to cover cruise members for the consequences of unforeseen events
during the cruise and for cancellation fees which could result from
events such as illness, accident, death etc.
Baggage: Passengers qualify for a 20kg free baggage allowance on
flights to join or return from the cruise. Baggage is at owners’ risk
throughout the cruise.
Minimum Tour Numbers: The fly/cruise arrangements have been
made on the basis of a minimum number of passengers travelling.
In the event that less than the required number of passengers
have confirmed their booking 90 days from the date of departure,
Travelrite International reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving
a full refund of monies paid, or offer arrangements to proceed with
the tour at a modified fare.
Responsibilities: Travelrite International Pty Ltd (Licence No 30858)
is the tour organiser. Travelrite Pty Ltd, its agents, officers, affiliates
and/or suppliers of services pursuant to or in connection with this
fly/cruise shall act only as an agent in making arrangements with
carriers, hotels, transportation, including transportation by ship,
restaurants or any other service and does not assume any liability
whatsoever for any injury, damage, death, loss, accident or delay to
person or property due to an act of negligence or a default of any
hotel, carrier, restaurant company or person rendering any services
included in the fly/cruise or by act of God.
Further, no responsibilities are accepted for any damage or delay due to
sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, terrorism, machinery break-down,
quarantine, government restraints, weather or other causes beyond
our control. No responsibility is accepted for any additional expense,
omission, delays, re-routing or acts of any government authority.
Baggage is at own risk throughout the fly/cruise. The passage
contract between the carriers concerned when issued shall constitute
the sole contract between the carriers and the purchasers of this
fly/cruise and/or the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw
any fly/cruise and/or make such changes in the fly/cruise as may
be found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties
Included in the Aegean Odyssey cruise price:
• Travel on the Aegean Odyssey in the selected cabin category
• Accommodation in a first-class hotel in Cairo, Luxor, Petra and Amman
with private facilities on a bed and breakfast basis.
• All meals, entertainment and service charges on the Aegean Odyssey
• Sightseeing tours as listed in the itinerary
• Tour management by Travelrite International
• Economy-class air travel from Melbourne/Sydney/Brisbane to Egypt/Jordan
return for cruise package as listed in the itinerary
• Port and handling charges on the Aegean Odyssey
• Cruise taxes
• Gratuities on the Aegean Odyssey
• Air Ticket taxes, government taxes and fuel surcharges
Not included in the price are:
• Travel Insurance
• Additional travel arrangements not detailed in the itinerary.
These will be quoted for separately
• Passport and visa fees. Visas will be required for Egypt and
Jordan (and Syria for the extension)
• Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
• Lunches when not on the ship
Included in the Extension Tour
• Accommodation in first-class hotels with private facilities
on a bed and breakfast basis
• Sightseeing and transportation as listed in the itinerary
• Tour management by Travelrite International
Not included in the Extension Tour
• Travel Insurance
• Additional Travel arrangemts
• Passport and visa fees
• Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
General Information and Booking Conditions
Touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a
level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this tour without the need of assistance from others.
and the proper carrying out of the fly/cruise. This contract shall
be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria,
Australia. Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the
fly/cruise passage contract with Aegean Odyssey, detailed on the back
of the reservation form. If you do not have a copy of this form please
contact us and we will send one to you.
How to Book: Bookings can be made by completing a booking form
and sending it with a deposit of $500 per person to:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd
298 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free:1800 630 343
Telephone: (03) 9836 2522
Fax: (03) 9836 8068
Email: balwyn@travelrite.com.au
www.travelrite.com.au
About Travelrite International: Travelrite International Pty Ltd
(ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well established travel company which has
been marketing throughout Australia for over 25 years and operating
in Victoria for more than 30 years. It has two fully licensed (No.
30858) offices at Balwyn and Heathmont that are accredited with
IATA. As such they directly represent the major airlines of the world
and all major domestic and international hotels, tour and transport
operators. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the
Australian Federation of Travel Agents – AFTA.