14 days tour

Alexandria, Classical Egypt & Nile Cruise - 14 Days

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Alexandria, Classical Egypt & Nile Cruise - 14 Days

This tour includes:

Accommodation

7 nights 4-5 star hotels, 4 nights aboard a 5 star Nile Cruiser (en suite cabin)

Others

2 overnight trains from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo (private 2 berth sleeper cabin) Touring - Alexandria , the El Alamein Battlefields, Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan and Luxor

Transport

An airport arrival transfer on day 1 and a departure transfer on day 14 All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Meals

Breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 5 dinners

Guide

Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

International flights and visa Tip for your tour guide - we recommend you allow USD$8 per day, per traveller for your guide, though ultimately tipping is an entirely personal gesture

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

Flights are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Alexandria, Classical Egypt & Nile Cruise - 14 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Cairo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Cairo

      Welcome to Egypt. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, youโ€™ll be met and transferred to our hotel. Here begins your Egyptian adventure! There will be a welcome meeting held at the hotel at 7pm.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Alexandria Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Alexandria Sightseeing

      Cairo โ€“ Alexandria. This morning we make our way along the beautiful Mediterranean coast heading to the port city of Alexandria. On a guided tour we explore the ancient Roman Catacombs, heading underground to set our sights on the largest known Roman burial site in Egypt. From here we visit Pompeyโ€™s Pillar and see the incredible Library of Alexandria (exterior) and make our way to Citadel of Qaitbay. This fortress was built on the site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient world. As we end our guided tour, we head back to our hotel to freshen up before our tasty evening meal.

  • Day 3 Day 3: El Alamein
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: El Alamein

      Alexandria โ€“ Cairo. After breakfast this morning, we visit the El Alamein. The ground of this Commonwealth War Graves speaks of the battles fought here during World War II. We pay respect to the 13,000 Allied soldiers that were killed in this battle. Later, we continue our tour with a visit to the El Alamein military museum that acts as a memorial for the battle and houses many of the war relics, where we learn the complete history of World War II in North Africa. Once our tour ends, we return to Cairo.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Free Time In Cairo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Free Time In Cairo

      Today is spent at leisure, you can explore Egyptโ€™s capital as you please. Perhaps visit the lesser-known sights of the city by taking our optional Backstreet of Cairo tour. On this tour wander down El Moez Street in Islamic Cairo, visit Garbage City and the famous Cave Church of St. Simon.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Pyramids Of Giza
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Pyramids Of Giza

      Today brings us a full day of touring, we will start with the incredible pyramids and the iconic Sphinx at The Giza Plateau. The Pyramids of Giza are the sole surviving Ancient Wonders of the World and oldest tourist attraction. Perhaps opt to ride a camel. Later we make our way to the necropolis of Saqqara, where we discover the myriad of tombs and temples and see Zhoserโ€™s step pyramid - constructed by Imhotep, the pharaohโ€™s chief architect in 2700 BC.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Grand Egyptian Museum
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Grand Egyptian Museum

      Cairo โ€“ Luxor. This morning we join our guided tour of the incredible new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. The museum houses an astonishing collection of relics and antiquities from most of ancient Egyptian history, including King Tutankhamunโ€™s treasures and many other exhibits will be displayed for the first time. Later, we make our way to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization to visit the incredible Royal Mummiesโ€™ Hall, displaying the bodies of well-preserved ancient kings and queens. We return to the hotel after our excursion to enjoy some free time by the pool before we board an overnight sleeper train. Please Note: the Grand Egyptian Museum is scheduled to open in late 2024, though an official opening date has yet to be released. If travelling prior to the opening of the new facility weโ€™ll visit the Egyptian Museum instead.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Luxor & Dendera
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Luxor & Dendera

      We arrive in Luxor this morning and drive 60km north to Dendera. Dendera is one of Egyptโ€™s best-preserved temple complexes and covers an astonishing 40,000 square meters. The temples, shrines and chapels in this vast complex were gradually built across thousands of years. The main pinnacle of Dendera is the 2000-year-old Temple of Hathor with its beautifully inscribed ceiling. Returning to Luxor, the afternoon is free to spend at leisure. Enjoy a dip in the pool and soak up the sunshine or take a stroll around town. This evening thereโ€™s an optional excursion to the beautiful Temple of Luxor.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Valley Of The Kings & Karnak Temple
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Valley Of The Kings & Karnak Temple

      Early morning, we cross to Luxorโ€™s West Bank of the Nile and set our sights on the 18m-high colossi of Memnon, all that remains of the temple of the hedonistic Amenophis III. Next stop is the famous Valley of the Kings, where we explore some of the beautifully decorated pharaohโ€™s tombs. Then we travel on to the striking limestone, colonnaded Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egyptโ€™s finest monuments. Mid-afternoon we return to the East Bank and check-in on board a 5-star Nile cruise that will be our home for the next four nights. Grab lunch and relax on board, late afternoon we head out to visit the colossal Temple of Karnak. The spectacular complex of sanctuaries, pylons, chapels, halls and obelisks, are all dedicated to the Theban gods and to the greater glory of Egyptโ€™s Middle and New Kingdom rulers.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Nile Cruising
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Nile Cruising

      Nile cruising. This morning we sail downstream. Take the day to relax on deck and go for a swim, soak up the sunshine and take in the stunning view as we cruise the River Nile.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Kom Ombo Temple
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Kom Ombo Temple

      Nile Cruising - Aswan. We spend another day onboard our cruiser, relax as we sail the Nile to the Temple of Kom Ombo and then onto Aswan. Dedicated to the Crocodile God Sobek and Falcon God Horus, everything in the temple is perfectly symmetrical along the main axis including twin halls, courts, colonnades, sanctuaries and entrances. We arrive into Aswan this evening.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Aswan, Abu Simbel & The Philae Temple
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Aswan, Abu Simbel & The Philae Temple

      This morning is free to spend at leisure or take an optional early morning excursion to the Temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel. Possibly the most incredible temple of all ancient Egypt, guarded by the four famous colossal statues of Ramses II. Please see our Abu Simbel by Road add-on for more info. This afternoon we visit the beautiful Philae Temple, a sacred temple dedicated to the most revered and beloved goddess Isis. Most of the templeโ€™s complex structure was completed by Ptolemy II and the Romans up to 3rd century AD. To preserve the temple from the rising water of Lake Nassar, UNESCO stepped in and started a mission to have the entire temple relocated and placed 20m higher on to nearby Agilika Island.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Aswan At Leisure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Aswan At Leisure

      Aswan โ€“ Cairo. Disembark the Nile Cruiser and spend the day leisure, discovering Aswan at your own speed. Perhaps head over and pay a visit to the Old Cataract Hotel, where Agatha Christie wrote the novel Death on the Nile. This afternoon, we board the overnight train (twin berth sleeper cabins provided) for our journey back to Cairo.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Cairo - Old City Tour Or Relax
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Cairo - Old City Tour Or Relax

      We arrive in Cairo this morning, check into our hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend at leisure, have a relaxing day by the pool or join an optional tour visiting Old Cairo, Coptic Cairo and the Citadel of Saladin.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Cairo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Cairo

      Wednesday. This morning our tour comes to an end. Bid your fellow travellers farewell before an included transfer to airport.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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