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Top 9 Trips of All Time (Part 3): Egypt +Jordan, Gorilla Trekking and River Cruising in Europe

Shawn Power-Your Trusted Cruise&Tauck Tour Expert!
Shawn Power-Your Trusted Cruise&Tauck Tour Expert!
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👁️ 475 views📅 5 months ago⏱️ 7:18
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Egypt. 100% I absolutely loved Egypt. Um Egypt is a fabulous place.

Rwanda is fabulous. It's so different from the rest of Africa that I've been to. It was so lush, so green, totally not what you expect at all.

The Blue Danube River Cruise with TAC... was just the most unique river cruise I did in all of Europe.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Make sure you go to Jordan either way.
Do Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda to see the gorillas.
If you go to Europe, the Blue Danube River Cruise was absolutely one of my favorites.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the creator's top 9 trips of all time?
QWhat are the best places to visit in Egypt, Jordan, Africa, and Europe?

Topics Covered

Excursions4½ Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Aswan4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Abu Simbel
Budapest4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Private academia club welcome reception and dinner
Cairo4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Pyramids
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✨ This is Part 3 of 3 in Shawn's “Top 9 Trips of All Time” series — featuring his most unforgettable adventures from nearly 100 countries! Is your dream trip waiting to be discovered in the ancient wonders of Egypt, the majestic ruins of Petra, or the lush jungles of Rwanda? In this video, your Trusted Cruise, Tauck Tour & Africa Safari Expert, Shawn Power, shares Part 3 of his all-time favorite trips, focusing on luxury, historical, and wildlife adventures. With almost 100 countries visited and a career as a top-selling trusted travel advisor, Shawn brings expert, candid advice you can rely on to plan your most memorable journey yet. 🌟 VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: ✅ Egypt & Jordan Luxury River Cruise (No. 7): Shawn details why Egypt, particularly a Nile River cruise, is an unforgettable historical experience. ✅ Unmissable Petra: Learn why a visit to Petra in Jordan is an essential add-on to any Egypt trip—Shawn calls it the first place that impressed him in years! ✅ East Africa Safari & Gorilla Trekking (No. 8) Discover the differences between a South Africa and East Africa safari (Kenya & Tanzania), with an emphasis on East Africa for animal lovers and the life-changing experience of seeing gorillas in Rwanda. ✅ The Ultimate European River Cruise (No. 9) Shawn crowns his favorite European river cruise highlighting exclusive access and unparalleled event experiences. 💡 Expert Tips: - Maximize Your Nile Cruise: If your focus is more on the river experience, opt for a longer river cruise option. If you prefer a balance with more land time and a seamless Jordan add-on, consider the shorter river cruise option. - African Safari Style: For a safari experience exclusively focused on high-volume animal encounters versus a more diverse experience that includes cities and waterfalls. - Go to Rwanda: If you're planning an East Africa safari, make every effort to add the Rwanda gorilla trekking experience. Shawn describes it as one of the most surreal and touching moments of his life. The Magic of the Blue Danube: The Tauck Blue Danube River Cruise is highlighted for its unique, exclusive private events and access in cities like Budapest and Prague, offering cultural immersion unmatched by other lines. 📚 Related Resources: Here's Shawn's full review of his "Nile" River Cruise in Egypt: https://www.shawnpower.com/egypt-nile-river-cruise-uniworld/ Here's Shawn's full review of his "Kenya & Tanzania & Rwanda with Gorillas" Africa Safari with Tauck: https://www.shawnpower.com/africa-safari-kenya-tanzania-rwanda-mountain-gorillas-tauck/ Here's Shawn's full review of his "Blue Danube" Tauck River Cruise: https://youtu.be/gdSuWwllXsE?si=GDQmqNUvQsQaWn-K Is it a good deal to book your Cruise or Tauck Land Tour with Shawn... does it cost you more to do so... or less? In here, Shawn covers that often misunderstood topic: https://youtu.be/vieU-vVGDM0?si=vVe4X4VNkz_W2bdi 📌 Want expert help planning your trip? Visit https://www.shawnpower.com & reach out directly to Shawn.