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Best of Egypt
Awaken your inner explorer on this expedition through the lush river valleys and golden desert landscapes of Egypt. Cruise the Nile past the pharaonic temples of Luxor to the Nubian treasures of Aswan. Your voyage will also take you to the mystical Pyramids of Giza, Tomb of the Nobles and the Sphinx.
Included With Your Trip
- The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Four-night luxury Nile Cruise Flight from Aswan to Cairo Optional Experiences and free time Flight from Cairo to Luxor On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
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Welcome to Cairo
Embark on an expedition to the land of the Pharaohs, starting your journey in Egypt's effervescent capital, Cairo. On arrival at Cairo Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel and have time to relax after your journey. Refreshed and ready to embrace the intoxicating energy of this ancient and modern city, you'll be thrilled with the many treasures that will give you a preview of what's about to come - an incredible encounter with antiquities you'll be sharing with friends for years to come.
Hotel: Hilton Heliopolis
Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise
Fly to Luxor this morning and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship. This evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a welcome drink followed by dinner.
Hotel: Nile Cruise
A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings Connect with Locals
Journey to the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt's Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.
Hotel: Nile Cruise
Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo
Sail upstream to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Standing at the threshold of the imposing Temple of Kom-Ombo on the banks of the Nile, you'll imagine visitors over the centuries arriving to pay homage to the gods Horus the Elder and Sobek. Tour the Temple, learning all about its 'double' and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo of gods - one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, we'll don our galabeas and toast to legends of the past and new friends.
Hotel: Nile Cruise
Onwards to Aswan
Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener's Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid bedrock.
Hotel: Nile Cruise
Disembark and Fly to Cairo
Enjoy a morning at leisure or perhaps join a once in a lifetime Optional Experience to Abu Simbel, carved into a solid rock cliff in Egypt's Nubian Valley. As you approach the Great Temple, you'll marvel at the four-seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and paying homage to the gods. Later this afternoon fly back to Cairo.
Hotel: Ramses Hilton
Discover Colorful Cairo
Embark on a sightseeing tour through the cacophony of Cairo's busy streets. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary and the Sultan Hassan Mosque in Old Cairo, see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque. Later, you'll Dive Into Culture and discover Tutankhamun's priceless treasures at the Egyptian Museum.
Hotel: Ramses Hilton
Admire the Wonders of Giza
The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures - the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Be mesmerized by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience.
Hotel: Ramses Hilton
Farewell Cairo
Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends.
Departure Dates
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Start: February 26, 2025 End: March 6, 2025 Price: $3,725 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 5, 2025 End: March 13, 2025 Price: $3,725 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 12, 2025 End: March 20, 2025 Price: $3,725 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 19, 2025 End: March 27, 2025 Price: $3,725 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 26, 2025 End: April 3, 2025 Price: $3,725 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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