Egypt in 6 Days, Great Pyramids & Nile Cruise On Sunday 13 August, 2023 – MS. Sydney Morton, 01 Person, US

Walk in the footsteps of the Pharaohs on a fascinating city and Cruise experience in Egypt. Discover the secrets of the Great Pyramids in Cairo and unearth the history behind the iconic Valley of the Kings. Spend 3 nights under the stars on a Nile River Cruise and delight in the sights of Aswan, atmospheric Kom Ombo, eternal Edfu and the magical Temples of Luxor.

Highlights

  • Travel on the Nile Cruise to witness scenic landscapes along your journey.
  • Take in all the history of the Luxor Temple that was founded around 1400 BCE.
  • Visit Karnak Temple, one of Egypt’s largest surviving temples.
  • Explore the Pyramids of Giza, which has the last Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
  • Tour the finest Egyptian antiques of the world at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.

Day 1: Sunday 13 Aug. At 09:10 Am from Nairobi To Cairo

Arrive in Cairo, Where you are met by your Journey to Egypt representative (Before the immigration counters, holding a sign with your name) and transferred to your hotel in Cairo. Meals: No meal.

Day 2: Monday 14 Aug. Cairo To Aswan

Today, Early morningTransfer to the airport for a short flight to Aswan, situated on the Nile River and known for its great importance to the Ancient Egyptian civilization. Upon arrival, Meet by your Journey to Egypt Tour Guide, Will be waiting you [At EXIT DOOR, holding a sign with your name] And begin your day of exploring by visiting the  the Island of Philae. Afterwards, continue to the Granite Quarry, home to an unfinished ancient obelisk. Transfer to the port to board your Nile Cruise Boat, Your home for the next three nights. Get settled in your cabin and enjoy the views of the river. In the afternoon head to the river to enjoy a cruise on a traditional felucca boat to see the Nile Falls. Watch life along the Nile as you travel along the river. Dinner and overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 3: Tuesday 15 Aug Aswan - Cruising The Nile To Kom Ombo

If you're an early riser, You have the chance to enjoy An Optional excursion to Abu Simbel, (Price $175) home to many rock-carved temples.*

Today, navigate northwards towards Kom Ombo. Upon arrival explore the twin Temples of Haroeris and Sobek and see the amazing Nilometer, used to measure the rising and falling levels of the Nile, an important life source in Egypt. Afterwards, visit a unique Crocodile Mummy museum, home to a number of mummified crocodiles. Return to the ship and enjoy relaxing on board. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 4: Wednesday 16 Aug. Edfu – Cruising The Nile To Luxor

Dock in Edfu today to enjoy a ride in a traditional Egyptian carriage to arrive at the Temple of Edfu in style! Spend some time exploring the temple, dedicated to the Egyptian god of Horus. It's one of the best-preserved monuments in the country as its imposing structure has been protected by the desert sands. Back on the ship, Continue to Luxor where the ancient heart of Thebes awaits you. Here, enjoy visiting the Karnak Temple Complex, home to a vast array of decayed temples, chapels, pylons, and other ancient buildings. Explore the ruins as you soak up the unique atmosphere and let your imagination run wild as you learn about life in Ancient Egypt. continue to discover the Temple of Luxor, constructed by the two great pharaohs, Amenhotep II and Ramses II. Return to the ship. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 5: Thursday 17 Aug. Luxor Tours- Fly To Cairo

Breakfast on board. Continue your discovery of the ancient city of Thebes today as you head to the world-famous Valley of the Kings, where the tomb of Tutankhamon was discovered, revealing the riches of the ancient pharaohs. It is here that the most powerful and influential kings of Ancient Egypt were buried. After exploring the site, continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, an imposing terraced structure, located below towering cliffs. Later, Transfer to Luxor airport for a flight back to Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast. 

Day 6: Friday 18 Aug. Cairo Tours

Breakfast at the hotel. Get to know the Egyptian capital today with a tour of Cairo's most emblematic sights. Begin at the Giza plateau, home of the three Great Pyramids, built over 4,500 years ago and one of the Seven Wonders of the World! Explore the pyramids and learn about their fascinating history as you walk in the footsteps of the pharaohs. Continue to the Great Sphinx and the Temple of the Valley to unearth more secrets of Ancient Egypt before visiting the Egyptian Museum. This world-renowned museum is home to the largest collection of jewels, relics and statues from the golden age of the pharaohs. End the day with a walk through the lively Khan el Khalili neighbourhood, home to the largest bazaar in the city. Overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, and Lunch.

Day 7: Saturday 19 Aug. End your trip, Flight Time 08:50 Am.

Early morning, Transfer to Cairo international airport for a flight back to home and end your trip.
Meal: Breakfast Box.

Hotel Category: 4 Star Hotel, 5 Star Nile Cruise
$1380 Per Single Person in Single Occupancy.
$120 EXTRA NIGHT IN CAIRO

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Included

  • Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure.
  • All transfers to/from airport & hotel by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Accommodation for 2 night in Cairo including daily breakfast.
  • Accommodation for 3 nights on 5 star cruise on full board basis.
  • Domestic flight ticket Cairo To Aswan and Luxor To Cairo.
  • Certified professional tour guides.
  • All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Entrance fees to all the sites as indicated on the itinerary.
  • Camel ride during your Pyramids tour& Nile felucca Tour in Aswan.
  • Bottled water during outings outside of hotel.
  • All service charges and taxes.

Excluded

  • International Airfare.
  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • Any optional tours.
  • Tipping (Gratuities for your tour guides,drivers and cruise crew).

Route

  1. Cairo
  2. Aswan
  3. Kom Umbu
  4. Edfu
  5. Luxor
  6. Cairo