Cairo and the mighty Nile's riches await travelers who book the spectacular Pyramids, Pharaohs and Paradise travel tour. This 11-day Egypt tour with Nile cruise adventure includes both land excursions and a 3-night cruise on the Nile River where you will visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Sphinx, and temples devoted to the great Ramses II, Nefertiti, Horus and more. In Cairo, Egypt's cosmopolitan capital city, shop Egypt's largest bazaar, Khan El Khalili, where you can haggle for Egyptian treasures to take home, or dine at cafes along the Nile River on delicious local cuisine. This Egypt travel package then takes you to tour the Grand Egyptian Museum where you can see replicas of Pharaonic Era treasures and items from King Tutankhamen's tomb. Experience firsthand the fascinating stories ...
Read More ...
Day 1
ARRIVE CAIRO
Arrive in the Land of the Pharaohs. Upon completion of immigration and customs formalities at Cairo International Airport, you will be met at the exit by our representative and escorted to your hotel.
Day 2
FULL DAY CAIRO PYRAMIDS & GEM MUSEUM WITH LUNCH
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a full-day tour exploring Cairo’s most iconic sites. Visit the Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the enigmatic Sphinx. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where an extensive collection of ancient treasures awaits. Lunch is included at a local restaurant during your touring. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. (B,L)
Day 3
CAIRO / ASWAN / ABU SIMBEL / ASWAN
Early in the morning, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Abu Simbel via Aswan. Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II and the temple of his beloved Queen Nefertari. After visiting this magnificent site, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Aswan. Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay in Aswan. (B)
Day 4
ASWAN / KOM OMBO / EDFU
In the morning, you will visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries with the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Isis at Philae. Sail on board a felucca (if time permits), a traditional Egyptian sailboat and view Kitchener’s Island Botanical Garden and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to your Nile River cruise ship. Accommodation on board will consist of outside cabins with private facilities. After lunch, sail to Kom Ombo where you will visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Then, sail to Edfu. Overnight onboard (B,L,D)
Day 5
EDFU / LUXOR
Visit the Temple of Horus, the falcon god. Dating from 237 B.C., it is considered the best-preserved temple in Egypt and the second largest after the Temple of Karnak. Sail towards Esna, passing through the Esna Lock. In the afternoon, as you sail towards Luxor, take high tea. Overnight onboard (B,L,D)
Day 6
LUXOR
Visit the West Bank necropolis including the Valley of the Kings, the Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Tour Karnak and Luxor temples, a century’s old city of pylons, hypostyle halls, colossal statues, shrines, and obelisks. In the evening see an optional sound and light show at the Karnak Temple (at extra cost). Overnight onboard (B,L,D)
Day 7
LUXOR / HURGHADA
Breakfast and disembarkation followed by a transfer to Hurghada via transportation. Spend the rest of the day at leisure (AI)
Day 8
HURGHADA
Spend this full day at leisure to relax, explore Hurghada on your own, or participate in an optional tour at extra cost. (AI)
Day 9
HURGHADA
Spend this full day at leisure to relax, explore Hurghada on your own, or participate in an optional tour at extra cost. (AI)
Day 10
HURGHADA / CAIRO
After breakfast, transfer to Hurghada Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be transferred to your hotel. (B)
Day 11
DEPART CAIRO
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B)
Notes:
The Nile Cruise itinerary may change in sequence but not in visits.
Meals as per itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch and D= Dinner)
Program Highlights
Explore the treasures of Egypt by land and on a 4-day Nile River Cruise
Experience firsthand the fascinating stories of the ancient world as you visit grandiose monuments and temples left behind
Marvel at The Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and temples devoted to the great Ramses II, Nefertari, Horus and more!
Sail on board a traditional Egyptian sailing “felucca” for a view of Kitchener’s Island Botanical Garden and the Agha Khan Mausoleum
Visit the Valley of the Kings and tour Karnak and Luxor temples
Relax and rejuvenate with a 3-night stay at Hurghada
INCLUDES
Meet and greet service upon arrival in Cairo.
3 nights’ accommodation in Cairo on bed &
breakfast basis
1 night accommodation in Aswan on bed &
breakfast basis
3 nights’ accommodation on board Nile Cruise on full board
basis
3 nights’ accommodation in Hurghada at the hotel of your choice on all-
inclusive basis.
23 included meals consisting of (10 buffet breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6
dinners)
English-speaking licensed Egyptologist during the sightseeing
Full Day Pyramids & GEM Museum including lunch while touring in a
local restaurant.
Nile cruise sightseeing:
- The High Dam, Obelisk & Philae Temple
- Felucca ride around Kitchener Islands
- Edu Temple
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Karnak & Luxor Temples
- West Bank: Kings, Hatshepsut & the colossi of Memnon
Excursion Abu Simbel by plane from Aswan (Including domestic flights
ASW/ABS/ASW)
All transfers and luggage handling
All hotel taxes and service charge
Domestic flights (Cairo/Aswan & Hurghada / Cairo) * Added value
EXCLUDES
- Visa fees
- International air
- Tips and gratuities
- Any beverages & alcohol on-board
- Any item not mentioned as included.
Hotels
RAMSES HILTON
3 Nights
In view of the River Nile, we’re one kilometer from central Cairo's Tahrir Square and adjacent to Ramses Mall. Cairo Tower and the Egyptian Museum are a five-minute drive from us. Cairo International Airport is only 45 minutes away. Enjoy our river-facing heated outdoor pool, onsite casino, shopping Galleria, evening receptions, and dining venues.
Daily breafast included.
SOFITEL CAIRO DOWNTOWN NILE
3 Nights
Conrad Cairo is situated in the heart of bustling downtown overlooking the magnificent River Nile. Nearby the Egyptian Museum and 5 minutes walk from Nile City shopping mall. Conrad Cairo features spectacular views of the River Nile, enjoy access to the city center businesses as well as legendary attractions, 30 minutes to the Great Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx by car.
This 5-star luxury hotel offers city explores premium rooms with a private balcony featuring views of the Nile River, comfortable sitting area and a work desk. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with movie channels, a DVD player, marble bathroom comes with a separate bath tub, walk-in shower, signature fragrance amenities and a fluffy bathrobe, slippers and a hair dryer, Guests can enjoy the free WiFi in all rooms, public areas and meeting rooms. Facilities include a heated outdoor pool, Room Service is available around the clock, a glamorous international casino is available 24/7, and a health club with modern fitness equipment, 24-hour gym, sauna, steam, massage rooms, and on-site shops.
Located on Elephantine Island in the middle of the River Nile, Mövenpick Resort Aswan offers luxurious accommodations with countless services and close to many tourist attractions and cultural landmarks, as well as the central station. Aswan Airport is about 20 minutes from the resort. Guests at Mövenpick Resort Aswan have a range of dining options with 3 restaurants and 2 bars. Some are located by the picturesque pool, while others boast romantic views across the water. For more casual dining, guests can also make use of the barbecue facilities.
Guests can choose from 404 rooms, suites, and villas that feature a flat-screen TV and a private balcony or terrace. Rooms also offer a minibar, coffee and tea service, and a private bathroom with a shower or bathtub. Upgraded suites offer additional living space and premium amenities. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the property.
Residing on the archaic lands of pharaonic Egypt, the source of the stones used to construct the ethereal Pyramids of Egypt, Tolip Hotel Aswan is situated in a prime location with a marvelous view of the Nile River while a being a short distance away from Aswan’s fascinating sights.
The hotel still holds the impressions of the history that happened over the centuries in the cliffs and paths that make up the property. Tolip Hotel Aswan is a mere 1KM away from the railway station and 25KM away from the Aswan International Airport.
The Hilton Hurghada Plaza is a deluxe five star hotel situated on Hurghada Bay with all its 212 rooms overlooking the Red Sea with direct access to the beachfront. The hotel is less than three kilometers from downtown Hurghada and 20 minutes from Hurghada Marina, which links to the Giftun Islands via boat. Includes a fitness center, a choice of outdoor pools, and a spa featuring a Turkish bath.
Hurghada is world famous for scuba diving, tropical fish, coral reefs and water sports.
The Swiss Inn Resort is an art deco-styled resort hotel that stands on the shores of the beautiful Red Sea. The hotel has 401 rooms spanning three floors, and on-site facilities, include free Wi-Fi, conference/banquet facilities, tennis court, squash and gym. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, tea & coffee making facilities, mini bar, and satellite TV. Several on-site restaurants and bars serve guests with local and international dishes and drinks. One of the hotel’s major attractions is the diversity of swimming pools and the idyllic location on the shores of the Red Sea. Commanding a perfect location by the Touristic promenade where everything is around. Swiss Inn Hurghada Resort is an oasis of relaxation, where you can enjoy the private sandy beach, Aqua play pool and an array of leisure facilities. Ideally overlooking the amazing Red Sea, Swiss Inn Resort is the right place for those who seek underwater exploration. The resort features private marina with water sports center offering variety of water activities as well as a fully equipped diving center. Indulge yourself with a relaxing massage treatment in the on-site spa offering sauna, steam, Turkish hammam and Jaccuzzi.
Debuting in February 2020, this premier state-of-the-art vessel sails the mighty Nile in luxury. Select from 40 spacious suites in three stateroom categories, featuring the largest 5-star river cruise accommodations on the Nile. Wellness takes center stage as we present the largest Spa on the River Nile. Every aspect of the H/S Nebu has been intricately planned to turn your vacation in Egypt into a truly cherished experience. Our goal is to show you the best of each mesmerizing site and cater to your every need as you live and luxuriate on the ultimate Nile cruise.
Sailings:
Luxor - Luxor for 8 days / 7 nights from Saturday to Saturday
Luxor - Aswan for 5 days / 4 nights from Saturday to Wednesday
Aswan - Luxor for 4 days / 3 nights from Wednesday to Saturday
Meticulously assembled and tastefully decorated with smooth wooden surfaces and modern decor, Zen Mojito offers 70 cabins with sliding glass windows, and will take you along the magnificent Nile River with its rejuvenating ambience, calming atmosphere, and peaceful sceneries.
Sailings:
Luxor - Aswan for 5 days / 4 nights from Monday to Friday
Aswan - Luxor for 4 days / 3 nights from Friday to Monday
NOTES
From prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Extra nights and single occupancy are available upon request. Rates are not valid during certain holidays and blackout periods.
The itinerary may change in sequence but not in visits.
