Best Egypt Tour – Explore Cairo,Alexandria & The Nile
Best Egypt Tour – Explore Cairo,Alexandria & The Nile
$3155
Tour Overview
Best Egypt tour take a trip to Egypt & Nile Cruise. Discover Egypt in 10 Days private tour includes guide & flights, sightseeing & luxury accommodation in 5 stars hotel & deluxe Nile cruise. Travel to Egypt and experience the ‘Land of the Pharaohs’ on this exciting Egypt trip. Be immersed in the history, glory, and culture of ancient Egypt on a journey that starts from Cairo, through the fascinating cities of Luxor and Aswan. For action and adventure that does not stray too far out of the comfort zone, this is the perfect introduction to Egypt’s famous treasures on this 10 days Vacation in Egypt. Book the best Egypt tour now. Best price & daily departure guarantee. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Egypt
Location: Cairo International Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo or Similar
On arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met by one of our representatives who hold a sign by your name he will help you to finish all your formalities and help you to get your visa after that he will escort you to your hotel by private vehicle. Delve into the antiquities of Egypt on this epic journey which begins in Cairo. Overnight in Cairo. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Discover The Great Pyramids Of Giza, Sakkara & Memphis
Location: Cairo, Saqqarah, Memphis, The Great Pyramid of Giza
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today start your epic day by visiting the Giza Plateau, site of the great Pyramids of Giza Cheops Mycerinus and Chephren Built in the Fourth Dynasty (approximately 2690 BC), it is the only survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Revel in the opportunity to enter the interior of one of these legendary structures, and marvel at the massive stones used to construct them (Extra ticket) then view the Great Sphinx backdropped by the pyramids, a setting that has captured the imaginations of adventurers for centuries. After that have your lunch at local restaurant then Visit Sakkara, located only 27 km southwest away from Cairo. Visit the Step Pyramid at Sakkara (Built for king Zoser), it is considered an important part in the process of the pyramid evolution, which were made from the simple mastaba to its widely known form the Pyramidal shape, this pyramid is considered the first stone construction ever built by the genius Vizir Imhotep. After that Visit Memphis City, the ancient capital of Egypt, where the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx are. This city dates back to 3100 B.C. see the great statue of King Ramses II the biggest man-made statue made for a king and also visit the Alabaster Statue of Queen Hatshepsut, after that back to your hotel overnight.
Day 3 : The Top Sightseeing Of Cairo - The Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo & More.
Location: The Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Old Cairo, Khan el-Khalili, Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
A new day for your tour in Egypt visiting the most interesting Egyptian Museum, which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 120,000 overwhelming artifacts are presented, gold and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated. After your tour at the Museum, you have your lunch then move to the Coptic Cairo or as Egyptian call it (Old Cairo) contained within the boundaries of the Roman fortress of Babylon is where the Copts built their churches for protection. For three hundred years, from the conversion of Emperor Constantine until the arrival of Islam, Egypt was a Christian nation, and the Coptic church is one of the oldest communions as well as the church that really pioneered austere monasticism in the remote desert. There are still tens of thousands of Copts in Egypt, many of whom live in Old Cairo. Their most famous church is that of El Muallaqa, the Hanging Church, built over one of the gateways into the old fortress, its nave suspended above the passageway. Also in Old Cairo the saints Sergius church has The Crypt where the Holy Family took shelter during their flee to Egypt, also there is the synagogue of Ben Ezra. (Under restoration) Once home to many Jewish families, few now remain scattered throughout Cairo. There has been a religious building on this site (initially a church, then a synagogue) since at least the 4th century, and the present synagogue houses a Torah on gazelle skin that dates to the 5th century BC. This whole area is a world-famous destination for Pilgrims, after that Head to Khan El Khalili Bazaar enjoy your time at the Bazaar then back to your hotel. Overnight at Cairo.
Day 4 : Cruising The Nile From Luxor- Discover The Temples Of Karnak & Luxor
Location: Luxor Temple, Karnak temple, Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS/ Blue Shadow Nile Cruise or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and according to your flight time to Luxor, Look at Egypt tours' manager will escort you to the airport to fly to Luxor( 1-hour Flight) upon arrival your expert Egyptologist guide will be waiting for you to start your journey exploring the treasures and wonders of the ancient Thebes, Luxor the biggest open-air museum in the World start your tour by visiting the great complex of Karnak, bold, massive and hugely ambitious, Luxor's mammoth Temple of Karnak complex is one of Ancient Egypt's grandest building projects. Every pharaoh (ancient Kings) worth their salt added and amended the buildings here during their reign, stamping their seal on the kingdom's most revered religious sanctuary. For Karnak was the house of the gods, and its glories were to be feted by all, see the temple's walls, obelisks, a sacred lake, etc. then move to Luxor temple, the temple was built by Amenhotep III (1390-52 BC) but completed by Tutankhamun (1336-27 BC) and Horemheb (1323-1295 BC) and then added to by Rameses II (1279-13 BC). Toward the rear is a granite shrine dedicated to Alexander the Great (332-305 BC) and the temple was dedicated for God Amun the main God of the Empire at this time. After that head to your Nile cruise to have lunch and dinner on board.
You will stay four nights onboard your Nile cruise enjoy your stay exploring the wonders of Egypt.
Day 5 : Discover The Valley Of The Kings & Temple Of Queen Hatsheput & More
Location: Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings, Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS/ Blue Shadow Nile Cruise or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast on board, you will start your tour to the west bank of Luxor start with the Valley of the Kings (KV) ever since Howard Carter opened up King Tutankhamun’s tomb to reveal the treasures of the boy king, the Valley of the Kings has captured the imaginations of travelers. The vividly painted tombs of Thebes' pharaohs allow visitors a glimpse at the burial rites and death rituals of Ancient Egypt, and today remain Luxor's West Bank's greatest and most popular attraction. There you will have the opportunity to visit 3 tombs there are more than 64 tombs are found in the Valley of the Kings and still waiting for more discoveries, after that the second tour in the West Bank will be to the temple of Queen Hatshepsut that located beneath massive cliffs near the west bank of the Nile, the Mortuary Temple Hatshepsut, also known as Deir el Bahri, is dedicated to Amon-Ra, the sun god. Designed by an architect named Senemut, the temple is unique because it was designed like classical architecture. Note the lengthy, colonnaded terrace some of which are 97 ft high, pylons, courts, and hypostyle hall. Inside you'll see the sun court, chapel and sanctuary. Temple reliefs depict the tale of the divine birth of Queen Hatshepsut and trade expeditions to the Land of Punt (a reference to modern Somalia ) one of the rare reliefs in the Egyptian temples, after that have some rest at the Alabaster factory to see the work of the grandsons of the ancient workers and you can get some as souvenirs after that move to the famous gigantic statues known as the Colossi of Memnon. Carved out of hard yellowish-brown sandstone quarried in the hills above Edfu, they represent Amenophis III seated on a cube-shaped throne, and once stood guard at the entrance to the king's temple, of which only scanty traces are left. In Roman Imperial times they were taken for statues of Memnon, son of Eos and Tithonus, who was killed by Achilles during the Trojan War, stop for a photo then back to your Nile cruise for lunch and start sailing towards Edfu. Enjoy lovely time on the sundeck your dinner will be on board.
Day 6 : Temple Of The Nile- Discover Temples Of Hours Edfu & Sobek Kom Ombo
Location: Temple of Kom Ombo, The Temple of Horus at Edfu
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS/ Blue Shadow Nile Cruise or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Your cruise will reach the city of Edfu once cruise anchor at the bank of the Nile your horse carriage will be waiting to visit the magnificent Temple of Horus or the temple of Edfu.Edfu's temple is one of the Ptolemy Dynasty's most impressive feats of construction and due to its youth - built in the 2nd Century BC - it's also one of Egypt's best- preserved temples. Here, the looming sandstone walls are covered in giant hieroglyphics and dazzling friezes that ape the patriotic decorations of earlier pharaohs. Within its vast chambers, strolling under colossal gateways and wandering ant-like through its hallways that seem to be have been created for giants, you really get a feel for the all-encompassing power of Egypt's rulers, enjoy your visit then back to your Nile cruise continue sailing towards the city of Kom Ombo. Enjoy your stay on your cruise have lunch and enjoy teatime on the sundeck until you reach Kom Ombo, If you approach from the river, the soaring columns of the Great Temple of Kom Ombo rising dramatically above the Nile's bank are one of Egypt's iconic views. Today Kom Ombo, may be a sleepy agricultural backwater surrounded by sugar cane fields, but this unique temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Hours is a reminder of this area's importance in Ancient Egypt due to its prime position along the Nile. Stroll through the temple's colonnades, gazing up at scenes of pharaonic propaganda, and you'll capture the ambiance of this glorious history for yourself. visit the museum of the crocodiles’ mummies back to your cruise dinner will be on board.
Day 7 : Aswan-Explore The Philae Island Isis Temple
Location: Aswan, Philae Temple
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS/ Blue Shadow Nile Cruise or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After your breakfast with your guide start your tour in Aswan to iscover Philae Island Isis Temple of Goddess Isis of Love cross the Nile by motorboat to reach the temple enjoy the unique pillars and walls and Sanctuary of Goddess Isis, take lovely photos from the spectacular view. learn about the essential oil of ancient Egypt and after that, you can visit the oil palace in Aswan.
The optional of the day you can join a trip to Abu simbel from Aswan by car or Nubian village all upon request.
All meals on board.
Day 8 : From Aswan To Cairo By Flight
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast on your cruise on the cruise check out and fly back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be transferred to your hotel for relaxing in Cairo.
Day 9 : Visit Alexandria City - The City Of Alexander The Great
Location: Citadel of Qaitbay, Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Alexandria, Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo or Similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, your guide will escort you to visit Pompey's Pillar. It was constructed in honor of Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally, from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria, and then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel, which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (Light House) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Finally, you will drive back to your hotel in Cairo.
Day 10 : Final Departure
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, our representative will escort you to the airport for final departure according to your flight details
What's Included
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Accommodation
5 Nights at 5 stars Hotel in Cairo B&B 4 Night at 5 stars luxury Nile Cruise F&B
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Domestic flights From Cairo-Luxor-Aswan-Cairo
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Airport Transfers at Destination
All Pickup & Drop off
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Fully Guided
Qualified Egyptologist
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Entrance Fees
Entry Fees for the Sightseeing
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Meals as Mentioned in the itinerary
9 breakfast, 7 lunch, 4 dinner.
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Transportation
Transportation in private vehicle
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Additional Services
All Taxes Applicable.
What's Not Included
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International Travel
International Flights
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Tipping and Gratuities
tips for guide and drivers
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Optional
Any Extras not mentioned.
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Country Entry Visas
Entry visa is not included and many nationalities get it upon arrival
Accommodation
5-Nights at 5 stars hotel B&B
Steigenberger El Tahrir Cairo hotel or Similar
4 Nights Full Board
MS/ Blue Shadow -5 Stars Deluxe Cruise or Similar
Check out our Q&As
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
no
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What is the maximum group size?
11
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
sometimes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
yes
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Company Instant Book
yes
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
no
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
5 stars
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
yes
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How can I obtain my visa to visit Egypt?
Visitors to Egypt must have a passport valid for at least six months after their arrival and all foreign citizens must obtain a visa to enter Egypt. You can apply for a tourist visa at any Egyptian embassy or consulate around the world. -Travelers of the following nationalities can purchase a one month entry visa to Egypt upon arrival in Egypt: Australia, Canada, Croatia, European Union, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Macedonia, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Serbia, Ukraine, United Kingdom and United States, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico. This only takes a few minutes to do at a bank window before you go through customs
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Are flights included in this tour?
domestic flights
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
in the hotel in Cairo only
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
yes
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
2
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
yes plenty of time
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
low
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What is the tipping policy?
Due to the low salaries of many professionals in Egypt, many people depend on tips, or Baksheesh as it is called in Egypt, as a major part of their income. Therefore, tipping is considered customary in Egypt.
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Are there any health issues that I should worry about in Egypt?
Generally No but occasionally travelers experience some gastric disturbance resulting from drinking tap water or eating from a local restaurant not recommended by their tour guides or the receptionist in hotel. Some travelers might suffer sunburn or heatstroke from the heat and sun during the summer if they are not careful; however, taking the proper precautions and drinking bottled water can eliminate any health risks. – Are there certain vaccinations to be taken before traveling to Egypt? – There are no obligatory vaccinations that should be taken before being granted with the visa of Egypt
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD, Egp, Euro etc
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
yes very professional
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If this still with the Terms and condition will not be any charge to change & we have so much flexibility
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final confirmation and domestic flights, hotles and cruise
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
All our tour is fully guided & escorted with professional guide and staff
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Look at Egypt tours Established 2006
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes We do , require a single supplement
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Look at Egypt tours follows the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism
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Look at Egypt Tours requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 21 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of look at egypt tours charges.
Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 35% of booking price.
At 17 days before tour starts: Forfeit 65% of booking price.
At 10 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
Best Egypt Tour – Explore Cairo,Alexandria & The Nile
10 Days Starting and ending in cairo
Visiting: Cairo, Saqqarah, Memphis, The Great Pyramid of Giza, The Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Old Cairo, Khan el-Khalili, Luxor Temple, Karnak temple, Luxor, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Kom Ombo, The Temple of Horus at Edfu, Aswan, Philae Temple, Citadel of Qaitbay, Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Alexandria, Bibliotheca Alexandrina ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
Cai
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 10
Age range:
1-85
Special diets catered:
Meat, Vegans, Vegetarians, Halal