Cindy Watty, president
We are offering two river cruises (Egypt and Holland/Belgium) and one ocean cruise (Australia/Bali) to all residents, as well as friends and family, of PebbleCreek.
Cruise the Nile in a manner once reserved for queens and pharaohs.
For 12 adventure-filled days, experience Egypt and the Nile’s most wondrous sites in style and luxury. Set sail on an eight-day voyage onboard Uniworld’s all-suite SS Sphinx. Wander amongst the towering ruins of the Temple of Karnak, the world’s largest ancient religious complex, and the entrancing Temple of Luxor. Visit temples dedicated to Hathor, Horus and other mythological figures, and pay homage to the country’s first female ruler at the Temple of Hatshepsut. Follow in the footsteps of renowned scholars and explorers as you venture forth into the Valley of the Kings, the ancient burial grounds of Egyptian royalty. You will enjoy an exhilarating ride in a felucca, a traditional Nile River sailboat.
This captivating itinerary begins and ends in Cairo, where you’ll visit the famous Egyptian Museum and its stupendous and unrivaled collection of pharaonic artifacts, including treasures recovered from the tomb of King Tutankhamun. Journey to Giza to gaze upon the mighty ancient Pyramids and the timeworn, enigmatic Sphinx – iconic images that continue to amaze.
An enchanting land of marvels, myths and wonders, old and new, Egypt is an extraordinary destination that no culturally curious traveler will want to miss. The cruise departs on Apr. 11, 2020, and prices start at $4,699 (airfare is not included).
We are also offering a Tulip Serenade river cruise in the Netherlands and Belgium.
Experience Holland in the most beautiful way, by cruising along its extensive waterways, which flow through the country like an intricate net, past almost endless tulip fields and many small picturesque places where you have the opportunity for an abundance of unforgettable excursions. In addition to Amsterdam, the “Venice of the North,” other highlights of this trip include Rotterdam, Ghent, Antwerp and Brussels. The cruise runs from Apr. 28 through May 5, 2020, and prices start at just $1,992 per person (airfare is not included). Limited availability.
In October, we have Komodo and the Australian coast with Viking Ocean Cruises.
Sail the Land Down Under, and discover cultural splendors and cerulean beauty on the Indonesian archipelago and Australia’s legendary coast. Viking brings you face to face with the region’s diverse residents, from the Komodo dragon to modern-day Aborigines to good-natured Aussies. Witness colorful traditions on Lombok Island. Explore Komodo National Park with a trained naturalist. Experience the charms of Darwin and uncover the cosmopolitan culture of Brisbane with welcoming guides. This 17-day cruise starts in Bali and ends in Sydney, from Oct. 26 through Nov. 11, and visits two countries with nine guided tours. Prices start at $5,999 per person (airfare with Viking is $1,499 per person).
For more details on these trips, visit www.alfrescotravel.com and click on “upcoming trips.”