Immerse yourself in the ancient history and exotic culture of Egypt with this 13-night vacation package for $1699. This comprehensive tour includes airfare, upscale hotels and a week-long Nile River cruise. Similar packages in the market are priced at more than $2500. 

Here's all that's included with this Gate 1 Travel deal:

• Roundtrip airfare to Cairo from New York City
• Intra-Egypt flights and all ground transportation
• Six nights in 4- and 5-star hotels, including four nights in Cairo and two nights at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort 
• Seven-night Nile River cruise on a deluxe, newly-renovated ship
• 31 meals: 13 breakfasts, nine lunches, nine dinners (all meals on the cruise)
• English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide throughout

Tour highlights include visits to the Great Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza; guided tour of ancient ruins of Edfu, the archaeological gem where the country's best-preserved temple is located; and optional excursions to Memphis to see the colossal statue of Ramses and to Luxor to see the famed Valley of Kings.

Departures: Sept. 9; Nov. 25; Dec. 2, 9; May 5, 12 or 19

For more information about the package and to book online, click here and follow these instructions. 

1. Click the red "Book Now" tab
2. Select desired travel dates (Note: Sale price will be listed at $1999 until you enter the promo code in a later step); click "Continue" tab at bottom of the page
3. Review itinerary and select option sightseeing tours, then hit the "Book" tab
4. Enter promo code TZEG300 in the box at the bottom of the page, then hit "Submit" button to see $300 per person  deducted from total price
5. Click on "Continue To Contact and Billing Information" to complete reservation

Taxes of approximately $89 per person apply. 

Book by July 14.