Egypt Nile Adventure With Felucca Cruise

Egypt Nile Adventure With Felucca Cruise

5,680 Views
9 Days From

$1220

$785

Egypt Nile Adventure With Felucca Cruise

9 Days Starting and ending in Cairo Airport

Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Sakkara, Philae Temple, Aswan, Nile, Kom-Ombo, Karnak, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Hurghada

Tour operator:

Expat Explore Travel

Tour code:

TEN

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

10 - 51

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English
From: $1220 $785 Operator discount: -$435 -36%

NB: Prices correct on 31-Oct-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Egypt's rich culture, history, and iconic landmarks with one of Expat Explore’s top-rated tours! Discover ancient wonders, stunning natural beauty, and desert landscapes. Visit the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and legendary temples. Sail the Nile on a traditional felucca and unwind at a Red Sea resort with all-inclusive amenities. This adventure blends ancient wonders, Nile serenity, and Red Sea bliss to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Highlights

  • Cruise the Nile on a traditional felucca

  • Discover ancient wonders like the Great Pyramids and Sphinx

  • Visit the temples of Luxor and Karnak

  • Relax at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort; snorkelling and scuba diving are available

Itinerary

Expand All

Day 1: Arrive In Cairo

Location: Cairo

Welcome to Egypt and your Nile Adventure! Arrive at Cairo Airport and meet our local tour representative who will guide you through immigration and passport control. Collect your baggage before being transferred to the hotel in Cairo. At the hotel, meet your knowledgeable Egyptologist tour guide who will be with the group throughout the journey. Get ready for an exciting overview of the upcoming experiences! If you arrive early, take the opportunity to explore Cairo or unwind by the hotel pool. Get set for an unforgettable adventure along the Nile!

Day 2: Giza Pyramids - Sphinx - Sakkara

Location: Giza, Sakkara

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, prepare to delve into ancient Egypt's wonders with a visit to the pyramids! Join your Egyptologist guide and explore the Giza Pyramid Complex, home to the Great Pyramid of Giza, Pyramid of Khafre, Pyramid of Menkaure, and the majestic Great Sphinx — the sole surviving wonders of the ancient world. Then, venture to Sakkara to marvel at the unique step pyramid of Zoser (Djoser), the world's first pyramid comprised of six tombs stacked atop one another!Please note: The flight to Aswan is scheduled for either Sunday evening or Monday morning, subject to availability.

  • Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

  • See the Pyramid of Zoser; Egypt’s first pyramid

Day 3: Cairo - Philae Temple - Aswan

Location: Cairo, Philae Temple, Aswan

Meals Included: Breakfast

Aswan awaits! Hop on an early morning flight and freshen up at your hotel before the Nile adventure begins. Take a short boat trip to Agilkia Island and lose yourself in the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and renowned as one of Egypt's most beautiful temples. Tonight, consider joining an optional excursion for a traditional dinner at a Nubian house.

  • Explore the Philae Temple

Day 4: Nile Felucca Cruise

Location: Nile

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Nile beckons! After breakfast, board a traditional felucca and surrender to serenity. Unwind as you take in the breathtaking views along the ancient waterway under the boat's covered deck, which offers shade and comfortable mattresses, the perfect recipe for relaxation. Opt for an excursion to Abu Simbel, where two colossal temples stand on Lake Nasser's western bank. These temples, part of the Nubian Monuments UNESCO World Heritage Site, feature iconic relief figures carved during Pharaoh Ramesses II's reign in the 13th century BC. End the day by enjoying an overnight stay aboard the felucca.

  • Sail the River Nile on a traditional felucca boat

Day 5: Kom-Ombo - Karnak - Luxor

Location: Kom-Ombo, Karnak, Luxor

Meals Included: Breakfast

Fuel up with breakfast aboard the felucca before journeying to Luxor to uncover more of ancient Thebes' grand monuments! Begin with the unique “double” Kom Ombo Temple, boasting symmetrical entrances and stunning riverside views. Then, delve into Luxor's East Bank, starting with the vast Karnak Temple Complex honouring Egyptian deities Amun, Mut, and Montu. Next, explore the Temple of Luxor and stroll along the iconic Avenue of Sphinxes. After a day of exploration, unwind at the hotel in Luxor tonight.

  • Discover the Temple of Kom-Ombo

  • Explore the Karnak Temple Complex

  • Visit the Temple of Luxor

Day 6: Valley Of The Kings - Hatshepsut - Hurghada

Location: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Hurghada

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today, answer the call of the West Bank of the Nile! Begin by taking a trip to the world-famous Valley of the Kings and see the final resting place of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom, including Tutankhamun. Then, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir El Bahary), which honours the only female Pharaoh to rule Egypt. Complete the day’s exploration by visiting the great Colossi of Memnon — the last remains of Amenophis III’s temple. Finally, board a private, air-conditioned coach to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast for a two-night, all-inclusive resort stay!

  • Explore the Valley of the Kings

  • Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut; Egypt’s only female Pharaoh

  • Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon

  • Stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort

Day 7: Hurghada

Location: Hurghada

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a free day at the beautiful Hurghada resort on the coast! Relax by the large swimming pool complex or unwind on the sandy beaches with all-inclusive food and drink options. For adventure-seekers, there are various water sports activities, such as full-day snorkelling or scuba diving excursions. Hurghada's seas offer some of the best coral reef dive spots in the world filled with vibrant marine life like the Red Sea Clownfish, Emperor Angelfish, Picasso Trigger Fish, and Moray Eels.

Day 8: Hurghada - Cairo

Location: Hurghada, Cairo

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After a slow, relaxing start to the day, board the private coach and return to Cairo. Check in to the hotel, freshen up, and head out to experience Egypt's bustling capital! Immerse yourself in the country's rich history at the renowned Egyptian Museum, then explore the Khan El Khalili bazaar. Brimming with souvenir shops, cafés, and shisha bars, this is the perfect place to indulge in excellent coffee and pick up unique souvenirs!

  • Visit the Egyptian Museum to see mummies, sarcophagi and more

  • Shop for souvenirs at the Khan El Khalili bazaar

Day 9: End Of Tour In Cairo

Location: Cairo

Meals Included: Breakfast

After nine days of exploring Egypt's ancient history and culture, your tour concludes with breakfast at the hotel in Cairo. Expat Explore hopes you've had a fantastic experience and looks forward to welcoming you on another tour soon. For the history buffs extending their stay in Cairo, a visit to the National Museum and Monastery of St. Simon is a must-do excursion! Featuring a guided tour of this impressive museum which houses 50,000 artefacts and a visit to the spectacular cave church dedicated to Simon the Tanner, a saint from the 10th century, this optional activity will leave you with valuable insights into ancient times.Please Note: The optional excursions, Memphis and Dahshur and The Sights of Alexandria are trips from Cairo, which are available if you are staying longer in Cairo before/after the tour. Please get in touch with Expat Explore to arrange these day trips should you be interested.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    7 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
    1 night on a traditional wooden felucca boat
    Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room, subject to availability (excluding the night on the felucca)

  • Transport

    Modern air-conditioned private minibus/coach
    Internal flight from Cairo to Aswan
    Traditional wooden felucca boat

  • Meals

    8 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
    *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request

  • Tour Leader

    Fully guided tour with experienced Egyptologist tour leade
    Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details

What's Not Included

International flightsTravel to the start point and from the end point is not included. We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best deals on international flights.Travel insuranceFor a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries.



All passengers travelling on an Expat Explore tour are required to have valid travel insurance cover and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance.

Mode of Transport

  • Modern air-conditioned private minibus/coach

  • Internal flight from Cairo to Aswan

  • Traditional wooden felucca boat

Accommodation

  • 7 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms

  • 1 night on a traditional wooden felucca boat

  • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room, subject to availability (excluding the night on the felucca)

Traveller Comfort - *EGYPT/EGYPT & JORDAN* tours

We welcome all travellers on our tours but we would like to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. In light of this, please ensure that you are happy with the below information and level of fitness required.


Expat Explore tries to be as accommodating as possible, however, our tours are unfortunately not designed for people travelling with wheelchairs or severe mobility issues.


Our tours are fast paced because they are designed for you to see the most a destination has to offer. We also want to ensure that you explore as much as possible, which may require long periods without stops on the coach as we drive to a new destination.


You will visit the Pyramids and various temples, which are accessed on sandy and cobbled pathways that are not practical for wheelchairs or mobility aids.


With regards to our accommodation, not all hotels have lifts and this means potentially having to carry bags up and down stairs.


For more information regarding traveller fitness please see our Terms and Conditions.

Health and Fitness

We welcome all travellers on our tours but we would like to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. In light of this, please ensure that you are happy with the below information and level of fitness required.

Expat Explore tries to be as accommodating as possible, however, our tours are unfortunately not designed for people travelling with wheelchairs or severe mobility issues.

Our tours are fast paced because they are designed for you to see the most a destination has to offer. We also want to ensure that you explore as much as possible, which may require long periods without stops on the coach as we drive to a new destination.

You will visit the Pyramids and various temples, which are accessed on sandy and cobbled pathways that are not practical for wheelchairs or mobility aids.

With regards to our accommodation, not all hotels have lifts and this means potentially having to carry bags up and down stairs.

Experiences

  • Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

  • See the Pyramid of Zoser; Egypt’s first pyramid

  • Explore the Philae Temple

  • Sail the River Nile on a traditional felucca boat

  • Discover the Temple of Kom-Ombo

  • Explore the Karnak Temple Complex

  • Visit the Temple of Luxor

  • Explore the Valley of the Kings

  • Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut; Egypt’s only female Pharaoh

  • Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon

  • Stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort

  • Visit the Egyptian Museum to see mummies, sarcophagi and more

  • Shop for souvenirs at the Khan El Khalili bazaar

Check out our Q&As

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    If you are travelling alone there is no compulsory charge - you will share a twin room with another passenger of the same gender. There is an optional single supplement/private room upgrade available for single travellers who wish to have a private room. This can be added at the time of booking or by contacting our team.

  • Children on tour?

    Our tours are not suitable for young children which is why we have a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email. Minors (between 10 and 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who accepts full responsibility for them. Unaccompanied minors will not be accepted on tour. Expat Explore reserves the right to decline any booking at our discretion. Any minor (between 10 and 18 years of age) is priced the same as an adult.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    The health and safety of our travellers and employees are our top priority. Which means, when you travel with us, our enhanced hygiene protocols will ensure you do so in a safe and responsible way - ask for details of current policies.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 2005

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    At Expat Explore we value responsible travel and are committed to exploring the world consciously and kindly. We are proud to make responsible travel possible with a number of our sustainable travel practices!

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    Relate is a South African based not-for-profit organisation that Expat Explore supports. The group aims to help those less fortunate create better lives for themselves through a variety of fundraising initiatives. On our South Africa tours, each passenger will receive an Expat Explore branded Relate bracelet. We donate the cost of these bracelets to our chosen Relate charity: the Nelson Mandela Sc

Reviews of this operator

ANTHONY NDUNGU   ITALY

Balkan Explorer - 16 Days

03-Sep-2024

I had a blast!!!! Simply amazing and would highly recommend.

Roger  

Wonderful new addition

19-Oct-2022

Great new country and addition by Expat. One of the most interesting and beautiful countries I've ever been. Great food, scenery and lovely people.

Jamie the Kingslayer  

Everything I had expected and more

01-Oct-2022

It was my first time traveling to Europe so I was nervous about everything including finding my way around, speaking the languages, and finding lodging. It turned out to be an incredible experience, I couldn't ask for a better your guide. Luke truly is the best in the business and we were so lucky o have him on the last tour of the season. I am definitely going to recommend Expat to my family and friends when they want to travel to Europe. I am going to go as far as finding out when Luke will be the guide and have family/friends specifically book the tour with him.

Randy  

Outstanding!

25-Sep-2022

From orientation to farewell dinner Martina was always there to ensure that everyone was happy and enjoying the tour! It was fast paced, especially with the added excursions, but the tour covered the best of Italy and Martina was absolutely the best. She was entertaining and informative. Look forward to another tour with her!!

Emma  

Perfect combination of sites, history, culture and food

19-Oct-2022

The highlights of Japan tour with Expat Explore was the ideal way to see the country. It had the perfect mix of big cities, small quaint villages, historical sites and food! The tour was well organised and a good pace to enjoy the various places and activities. We had the opportunity to be immersed in local culture and try the cuisine in a range of dining experiences. The hotels were clean and roomy to rest for days filled with adventures. Japan with Expat should be on your wish list!

CCY  

Good experience

07-Oct-2022

Enjoyed the views of different places and learnt about the history of different places in UK/Ireland.

Kendra Olson   United States

Classic Europe - 14 Days

03-Apr-2024

Such a great trip and saw so many places, if we did this trip on our own I think we would only get half of what we did done in this time period. It definitely was busy with not much down time but we didn’t pay to go be bored. Beautiful and memorable trip!

Travelling Solo  

12 Day Italian Delights

18-Oct-2022

A great tour made even better by our tour leader Marty. She was so knowledgeable and helpful. Made us laugh, showed us amazing sites and always had great recommendations.

Tash  

Really nice experience

26-Oct-2022

Loved the small country towns. Very beautiful MARTY AND ALEX THE DRIVER , made the tour experience perfect for me. She is a brilliant guide.

Disappointed  

Totally exhausted

05-Oct-2022

I need a holiday to recover from this full-on, insufficient down time, tour. Late hotel arrivals, late city tours, late dinners and excessive walking due to public transport use and then early morning starts. And to top it off, no seat rotation (tour leader advised on day 2 for covid reasons) which made sense on day 2 but not by day 3 or 4 when we had been grouped together at meals, on walking tours, and sharing rooms with people we had just met...merrily spreading our germs between our group anyway! This seating rule however was waived for a special few...those who insisted that they get travel sickness (and must sit in the front seat) and..those who think the rule is not for them and aren't challenged by the tour leader anyway. No seat rotation also meant not getting the opportunity to get to know everyone on the tour on an equal basis.

1 Select your preferred date

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 09, 2024 - Nov 17, 2024
$1220 $785

Operator discount: -$435

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 16, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024
$1220 $785

Operator discount: -$435

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 23, 2024 - Dec 01, 2024
$1220 $785

Operator discount: -$435

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 30, 2024 - Dec 08, 2024
$1220 $785

Operator discount: -$435

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 07, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024
$1220 $785

Operator discount: -$435

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 14, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024
$1220 $785

Operator discount: -$435

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 21, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
$1220 $785

Operator discount: -$435

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 28, 2024 - Jan 05, 2025
$1220 $785

Operator discount: -$435

Saturday - Sunday

Jan 11, 2025 - Jan 19, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

Feb 08, 2025 - Feb 16, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

Mar 22, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

Apr 19, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

May 17, 2025 - May 25, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

Sep 13, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

Oct 11, 2025 - Oct 19, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 08, 2025 - Nov 16, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 06, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025
$1220 $815

Operator discount: -$405

Saturday - Sunday

Jan 10, 2026 - Jan 18, 2026
$1220 $875

Operator discount: -$345

Saturday - Sunday

Feb 07, 2026 - Feb 15, 2026
$1220 $875

Operator discount: -$345

Saturday - Sunday

Mar 21, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
$1220 $875

Operator discount: -$345

Saturday - Sunday

Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026
$1220 $875

Operator discount: -$345

Book with Confidence

  • Free Date Changes

    Expat Explore Travel allows you to make 5 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 91 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Expat Explore Travel requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of expat explore travel charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.

    At 44 days before tour starts: Forfeit 40% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.