9 days tour

Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise – Premium Adventure

$ 4,875 .00 USD

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Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise – Premium Adventure

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Transport

Road transport is by private air-conditioned mini/midi-bus and the roads are generally good. Travelling is typically restricted to a few hours a day and the mode of transport is varied. As detailed above, during our trip we use cruise ship and felucca.

Others

All listed activities Tips for local staff

Accommodation

Enjoy the best of Egyptian hospitality and relax in a handpicked trio of five-star accommodations. The properties for this Premium trip were chosen for their excellent location, comfort, style and unique characteristics. Cairo: Cairo Marriott Zamalek (nights 1-3) Start the adventure in style with a stay at this five-star royal retreat, a converted palace in downtown Cairo with views of the Nile. There’s opulence all around, no more so than in the feast of dining options available, many of which are set in the fine gardens. Elsewhere, there’s a spa, outdoor lap pool, 24-hour gym and a casino. Nile cruise: Movenpick MS Royal Lily or MS Royal Lotus (nights 4-7) A highlight of the trip for many, our Nile cruise is taken on one of two Movenpick motor ships. Both the Royal Lily and Royal Lotus have a sundeck with a swimming or plunge pool, heated hot tub or jacuzzi, plus a pool bar and canopied space. Find further relaxation on the salon deck, which has a lounge and bar with panoramic windows Aswan: Movenpick Aswan (night 8) Enjoy a privileged spot on the Nile with a stay at the Movenpick Aswan on Elephantine Island. This five-star resort has two swimming pools, a fitness centre and an organic farm. But the highlight may be the Panorama Restaurant, the highest point in Aswan, where you can enjoy 360-degree views of the longest river in the world accompanied by a fine selection of international dishes. Worth knowing The accommodation shown has been booked and agreed in advance; however, we may need to make changes to a property of similar or higher standard after you have booked. We endeavour to inform you of any changes, which could (in rare circumstances) be at late notice.

Guide

There will be an expert named local leader (an Egyptologist) and drivers and local guides where needed.

Meals

All breakfasts, four lunches and four dinners included. In the itinerary, we state which meals are included on which day. We suggest you allow 2,460-3,445 Egyptian dollars (approximately US$100-US$140) for meals not included. Food in Egypt involves such things as kebabs, chicken, stews, pitta bread, falafel, beans, aubergine (eggplant) and other vegetables, pickles and salads. Dishes tend to be simple and wholesome and vegetarians can be catered for if they accept the options may be somewhat limited. On board the cruise ship there is one complimentary bottle of water in your cabin and after this drinks are not included.

Not included:

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

— Tip for the leader — Travel insurance — Single accommodation (available on request) — Visas or vaccinations

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Itinerary of your trip Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise – Premium Adventure

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

      Day 1: Start Cairo

      This premium adventure begins in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, where the modern world meets the old. There’s plenty packed into this holiday, but today is all about settling in. We’ll gather at the hotel for our welcome briefing this evening if flights arrive early enough. If not then your leader will brief you on day 2. Premium accommodation: Cairo Marriott Zamalek (five-star)

  • Day 2 Day 2: The Egyptian Museum, El Azhar Mosque And Cairo’S Lively Bazaar (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: The Egyptian Museum, El Azhar Mosque And Cairo’S Lively Bazaar (Breakfast)

      Today, on our second day in Cairo, we pay a visit to the incredible Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, which contains relics dating to 4000 BCE, including the fantastic riches of Tutankhamun’s tomb. Here is a unique opportunity to survey the many fabulous treasures of Egypt in one place and to set the scene for the rest of the tour. For the remainder of the day, we experience modern Cairo with visits to Al Azhar Mosque (the oldest mosque and university in Cairo but still very much in use) and the small alleyways and streets that make up Cairo bazaar. Please note, we will need to cover up at the mosque (long sleeves and trousers) and women will also need to cover their hair with a scarf. Premium accommodation: Cairo Marriott Zamalek (five-star)

  • Day 3 Day 3: Visit The Pyramids At Giza (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Visit The Pyramids At Giza (Breakfast)

      After breakfast, we depart our hotel for a half-day tour of the Pyramids at Giza. Home to the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus and the timeless and enigmatic Sphinx; these great monuments to the afterlife defy the imagination. Only the throng of sightseers, Egyptian and foreign, milling around their huge foundations, keep the viewer in the 21st century. In the afternoon, there will be free time if you wish to relax by the hotel pool or take an optional excursion to Sakkara. Premium accommodation: Cairo Marriott Zamalek (five-star)

  • Day 4 Day 4: Fly To Luxor; Visit Karnak And Luxor Temples. Board Our Premium Cruise Vessel, The Movenpick Royal Lily Or Royal Lotus; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Fly To Luxor; Visit Karnak And Luxor Temples. Board Our Premium Cruise Vessel, The Movenpick Royal Lily Or Royal Lotus; Free Afternoon (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      We typically transfer to Cairo airport before sunrise for our flight to Luxor (flight times can vary). On arrival in Luxor, we visit Luxor Temple and the huge Karnak Temple complex on the east bank of the Nile. Built over 1,500 years, Karnak is a confusion of pylons, courtyards, halls and sanctuaries. The Hypostyle Hall here has 134 columns, some of which are more than 75ft (23m) high. Both temples are incredibly impressive. We arrive at our cruise boat in time for lunch on board before having free time in the afternoon to relax or explore Luxor. Premium accommodation: MS Movenpick Royal Lily or Royal Lotus (five-star)

  • Day 5 Day 5-6: Valley Of The Kings; Two Days On The Nile With Visits To Edfu And Kom Ombo En Route (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5-6: Valley Of The Kings; Two Days On The Nile With Visits To Edfu And Kom Ombo En Route (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      We begin Day 5 with a visit to the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile, which contains the once-hidden tombs of more than 60 pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, Seti I, Ramses III and IV. A discreet hillside entrance takes us underground; a series of corridors and ante-chambers leading to the burial chamber and sarcophagus. The walls are covered in brightly painted images and hieroglyphs – a map of the afterlife to ensure the king’s safe passage. One ticket allows us to see three tombs. The ticket usually allows entry into what are regarded as the most impressive tombs, but if you have time, a visit to the tomb of Ramses VI is also highly recommended. Visits to tombs are now strictly controlled to halt further deterioration of wall paintings – each tomb is periodically closed for several weeks. Entry to Tutankhamun’s tomb costs approximately US$12, payable locally. In terms of size and decoration, it is not as impressive as many of the other tombs, but is of course historically very interesting. On return to our cruise boat, we begin our voyage along the Nile, travelling upstream from Luxor to Aswan. Exact sailing and excursion times cannot be guaranteed for each trip, but we will visit the temples of Edfu, famous for its roofed inner temples and huge Pylon, and Kom Ombo. The cruise boat has good facilities: a sundeck with sun loungers, bar and small pool, restaurant, gift shop and library – these can all be enjoyed when the cruise boat is docked or sailing. The sunsets over the Nile are stunning and travelling from Luxor to Aswan, enjoying the beauty of the verdant landscape, make this journey special. Premium accommodation: MS Movenpick Royal Lily or Royal Lotus (five-star)

  • Day 6 Day 7: Continue Nile Cruise; Optional Visit To High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk And Philae Temple; Sunset Felucca Sailing (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Continue Nile Cruise; Optional Visit To High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk And Philae Temple; Sunset Felucca Sailing (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

      Today there is the possibility for an optional visit to Philae Temple. In the 1970s, it was relocated by Unesco to Aglika Island after it became evident the original Philae site would submerge on completion of the Aswan High Dam. It represents a magnificent and enduring testament to both ancient and modern engineering. During this excursion, we will also visit Aswan High Dam and Cleopatra’s Unfinished Obelisk. Later in the day, we enjoy a sunset sail on a felucca, a traditional wooden sailing boat. Feluccas have been a fixture on the Nile for centuries and are used in the protected waters of the Red Sea and eastern Mediterranean. The deck is strewn with soft colourful cushions and rugs and equipped with a canopy offering shade. You will have the option to visit Animalia Nubian Village before returning to our cruise boat. We spend our last evening on board the MS Movenpick Royal Lily or Royal Lotus. Premium accommodation: MS Movenpick Royal Lily or Royal Lotus (five-star)

  • Day 7 Day 8: Disembark Cruise; Full Day In Aswan Or Optional Visit To Abu Simbel (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Disembark Cruise; Full Day In Aswan Or Optional Visit To Abu Simbel (Breakfast)

      After breakfast on board, we disembark our boat and there is the choice to have a full day in Aswan or an optional visit to Abu Simbel. Aswan is a laid-back town that reflects the character of its largely Nubian inhabitants, known for being friendly and hospitable. By virtue of its position on the old caravan route, it has always been a trading centre and we thoroughly recommend a visit to the packed bazaar today where merchants display a wealth of exotic spices, carpets, leather goods and countless other wares. Today there is also the option (for those who are interested) to visit Abu Simbel, 185mi (300km) to the south through the Nubian Desert. The optional bus tour starts at 3.30am/4am when we get picked up from the boat. A breakfast box is provided. Around 8am, we arrive at the destination, where we have around two hours to visit the temples. Built by Ramses II, the two temples are among the most spectacular in Egypt. Originally on the banks of the Nile, the temples were raised to a new site above the lake in the late 1960s, as the waters from the new Lake Nasser rose behind the Aswan High Dam. The four great seated statues of Ramses II stare east towards the rising sun. For those who do take the optional excursion to Abu Simbel, you will arrive at the hotel in Aswan around 3pm. The Aswan hotel has a perfect location. Enjoy views of the Nile from your room or head to the Panorama Restaurant & Bar, the highest point in Aswan, for 360-degree views of the river. For lunch or dinner, there’s a great choice of bars and restaurants if you don’t want to venture into the town. Otherwise, the historical town is a short walk away Premium accommodation: Movenpick Resort, Aswan (five-star)

  • Day 8 Day 9: End Aswan (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: End Aswan (Breakfast)

      This unforgettable trip through Egypt ends after breakfast. Either make your way home or, if you’d like a post-adventure relax, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay at the marvellous Movenpick Resort.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’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

You’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: 16 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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