Price
$1036
Wonders of the Pharaohs – 5* Cruise
Step into a world filled with giant statues, temples, and legendary pyramids. Meet the gaze of the Sphinx and get into the spirit of bygone times when travelling to the Valley of the Kings; Then to a welcome beach break on the shores of the Red Sea at Hurghada.
Included
+3 nights in 4 star Cairo hotel (B/B)
+1 night in four-star hotel in Aswan (B/B) if your flight on Sunday
+3 nights on 5 star Nile cruise-boat (F/B)
+2 nights at a 4* hotel in Hurghada
+ A/C vehicle from Luxor to Hurghada
+ Flight route (Cairo-Aswan) (Hurghada-Cairo)
Entrance fees
Excluded
International flights (airfare)- Visa
Travel insurance (compulsory)- Tipping kitty (allow US$35) Tour guide tips
Meals not indicated in the itinerary- Drinks, snacks and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
Tour Program
Day 1 Airport pick up to hotel in Cairo
Arrive in Cairo airport where you will be met by our representative who will assist you through the formalities. Transfer to your hotel to meet your guide for a briefing explaining the tour itinerary. Overnight stay at your hotel in Cairo.
Day 2 Cairo – Giza Pyramids {Breakfast}
After breakfast we start the tour by visiting the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids and the Sphinx at the Giza Plateau, before heading to Sakkara to visit the Step Pyramid - the first completed pyramid in Egypt .
Please note, the flight from to Aswan will depart either on Sunday evening or Monday morning depending on availability
Day 3 Aswan {“Breakfast-lunch-Dinner”}
Arrive in Aswan. We begin the day with a tour of the romantic Philae Temple - perched atop a picturesque island, its beautiful location is reached by small motor boat, making a truly magnificent approach to the site. Overnight on your 5* Nile Cruise.
Day 4 Nile Cruise, Kom Ombo. {“Breakfast-lunch-Dinner”}
At midday ,the cruise will start sailing, relaxing on deck whilst observing rural life on the shores and taking in the changing landscape of the mighty river. Today we visit the temple of Kom Ombo - its perfectly symmetrical twin entrances overlook the spectacular riverside. Overnight on your 5* Nile Cruise.
*Optional extra: Visit Abu Simbel - the stupendous Sun Temple of Ramses the Great.
Day 5 Nile Cruise to Luxor (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
After breakfast We sail along the Nile towards the city of Luxor, Afternoon, we arrive in Luxor, beginning the day with a tour of the East Bank of the Nile. Here you will experience the immense Karnak Temple, considered by some as Egypt’s most important Pharonic site - the country’s powerhouse of ancient times; as well as the magnificent Luxor Temple where visitors are greeted by the impressive Avenue of Sphinxes. Overnight on your cruise
Day 6 Luxor to Hurghada, Red Sea ( Breakfast, Dinner )
After breakfast we explore the West Bank of Luxor, starting the tour with the world famous Valley of the Kings, the richest archaeological site on earth. Then on to the breathtaking Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir al-Bahri). Finally, we visit the great Colossi of Memnon. We then take the A/C bus to Hurghada, Red Sea. Overnight stay at your hotel in Hurghada.
Day 7 Hurghada, Red Sea (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
This is a free day to be spent at your leisure. With snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving and good food and drink available you will find much to do; or simply relax and enjoy the sun. Overnight stay at your hotel in Hurghada.
Day 8 Cairo (Breakfast included)
We depart early this morning for Cairo. Today we tour the City of Cairo, beginning with the Egyptian Museum where you may view the treasures of King Tutankhamun’s tomb. Afterwards we make our way to the old Cairo Bazaar, Khan El Khalili, with its maze of intriguing alleyways that are home to numerous souvenir stalls and coffee shops. Overnight stay at your hotel in Cairo.
Day 9 Cairo - Pharaonic Village {Breakfast included}
After breakfast you will visit the Pharaonic Village. Here you will be taken on a fantastic journey to the days of the Pharaohs, brought to life by actors in Pharaonic costumes depicting the daily life of ancient Egyptian people. Sail along a network of canals past replicas of ancient villages watching craftsmen at work and explore a recreation of the Tutankhamun’s tomb and all its treasures, the day is free for you to spend at your leisure. Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 10 Cairo airport transfer {Breakfast included}
After breakfast, transfer to the airport. Take the memories of your adventures with you on your flight home.
