10 Day Cairo, Alexandria, & the Nile (On Friday 01 November, 2024), Mr. Hemchandra Baddela, 02 People, USA

On this 10-day tour of Egypt, enjoy the sites by land and sea. Begin in Cairo to visit the pyramids and the Sphinx. Then, fly to Luxor for some sightseeing, before boarding a multiday cruise along the Nile, with stops in Edfu and Aswan. Then, fly back to Cairo and take a day trip to Alexandria to discover the catacombs, citadel and library.

Highlights

  • Tour the famous, ancient pyramids and the Sphinx in Giza.
  • Enjoy a cruise along the Nile River.
  • Tour Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and more in Luxor.
  • Take a day trip to Alexandria to tour the catacombs, citadel, and library.

Day 1: Friday 01 Nov. 2024 - Arrival in Cairo AT 04:30 AM

Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo International airport, meet a travel representative who will assist you through customs and formalities. Then, head to your hotel for check-in. Get some rest after the long flight. No meal.

Day 2: Saturday 2 Nov2024 Fly to Luxor and board cruise

In the morning, travel to Cairo Airport and fly to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your guide and travel to the Eastern Bank to visit the Temple of Karnak followed by the Luxor Temple. Then, board your cruise, spend the night in Luxor, and enjoy the evening on your own.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 3: Sunday 03 Nov. 2024 Luxor West Bank tour- Cruising The Nile

After breakfast, start your tour by visiting the Valley of the KingsTemple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.

Then, back to your cruise. sail to Edfu, Enjoy lunch and tea time from the sun deck and pass Esna Lock. Attend dinner and the Galabiya party onboard the cruise, with an overnight in Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 4: Monday 04 Nov. 2024 Cruise - Edfu, Kom-Ombo, and Aswan

After breakfast, disembark and travel by carriage to the Temple of Horus. Discover one of the most beautiful temples of the Ptolemaic era, which has experienced exceptional preservation. Enjoy the overview of Edfu, and then return to the cruise.

Next, sail to Kom-Ombo and have lunch. Then, visit the Temples of the Gods Sobek and Haroeris. Following the tour, return to the cruise and sail to Aswan. Then, attend dinner and a disco party on board, with an overnight in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 5: Tuesday 05 Nov. 2024 Drive to Abu Simbel

Early morning, make your way to Abu Simbel temple by private vehicle. Here, there are two, majestic temples. Visit the Temple of Ramses II, the most interesting temple is the sanctuary, where there are four statues—including one of Ramses II—and the Temple of Nefertari. Then, make your way back to Aswan. Explore the area on your own and stay overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 6: Wednesday 06 Nov. 2024 Aswan - Fly back to Cairo

Today's land attraction is more modern, as you'll visit the Aswan High Dam, one of the largest in the world. Then go back to the past with a trip to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and seated on an island within the reservoir of the Aswan Low Dam. Later, transfer to Aswan Airport to board a flight to Cairo. A travel representative will meet you at the airport.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 7: Thursday 07 Nov. 2024 Day trip to the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Sakkara

After breakfast, visit the world-renowned pyramids (Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure), which are located in the necropolis of Giza. The pyramids and the Sphinx are considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

Following the tour of the pyramids and the Sphinx, head to the necropolis of Saqqara to visit King Zoser, the Mastaba, and the Pyramid of Teti.

After the tour, transfer back to the hotel. Enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 8: Friday 08 Nov. 2024 Cairo - Full-day sightseeing tour

Today, start by visiting Egyptian Museum, and spend 2 hours on a guided tour learning the history, including lessons about King Tut and his golden mask.

Then, visit the massive, medieval Salah El-din Citadel and Mohamed Ali Alabaster mosque. Explore this ancient fortress and its domed ceilings, suspended lights, and striking views of Cairo. Continue the exploration by visiting Khan El Khalili old market. After the tour, enjoy your final night in Cairo at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 9: Saturday 09 Nov. 2024 Day trip to Alexandria

Early in the morning, start your trip to Alexandria through desert roads by private, air-conditioned van. Begin with the Catacombs of Kom El Shoukafa, an underground world of ornate carvings and paintings, and a mixture of Roman and Egyptian designs.Next, visit the Citadel of Fort Qaitbey, which is located on the original site of the Pharos, Alexandria’s ancient lighthouse. Then, visit the Library of Alexandria, which was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. The vast complex is a joining of the arts, history, philosophy, and science, as well as a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding.

Following the tour, return to Cairo and enjoy the night on your own.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 10: Sunday 10 Nov. 2024 Free Day in Cairo.

Free Day in Cairo. Meals: Breakfast.

Day 11: Monday 11 Nov. 2024 Departure from Cairo Flight Time 11:55 PM

In the morning, enjoy breakfast. Then, Check out from your room at 12:00 PM. Later make your way to the airport in Cairo. Board your flight home with fond memories of your visit to ancient Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast.

Hotels and Boats

Category: 5 Star Hotel, 5 Star Nile Cruise

Cairo: Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo.
Cruise line: 05 Star Nile Cruise.

Journey Price 

$2150 Per Person in Double Occupancy.

Extra 

$500 (One Double Room for 02 Nights at Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo).

Extra

$800 (Upgrade your Nile Cruise To Steigenberger Cruise).

In evidenza

INCLUDED

  • Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure.
  • All transfers to/from airport & hotel by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Accommodation for 5 night in Cairo including daily breakfast.
  • Accommodation for 4 nights on 5 star cruise on full board basis.
  • Domestic flight ticket Cairo To Luxor and Aswan 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).

 

Itinerario

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