Egypt Explorer, Nile Cruise & Coast - 13 days

Egypt Explorer, Nile Cruise & Coast - 13 days

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Egypt Explorer, Nile Cruise & Coast - 13 days

13 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt

Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hurghada

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

5-

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Cruise

Activities:

Sightseeing, Snorkeling

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NB: Prices correct on 03-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 13-day journey through Egypt with the "Egypt Explorer, Nile Cruise & Coast" tour. Begin your adventure in Cairo, where you'll marvel at the iconic Pyramids of Giza and explore the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Travel to Aswan and enjoy a leisurely boat trip to the romantic Philae Temple. Experience the magic of the Nile with a luxurious 3-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor, visiting the Temple of Kom Ombo along the way. Discover the Valley of the Kings and the majestic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Luxor. Unwind in Hurghada by the Red Sea, with opportunities for snorkeling and scuba diving. This small group tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and relaxation, escorted by an expert Egyptologist guide, ensuring an unforgettable Egyptian adventure.

Highlights

  • Hurghada - Relax at the Red Sea, swim and opt to snorkel or scuba dive in the clear coastal waters

  • Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza, explore the Necropolis of Saqqara and see King Tut's treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum

  • Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and explore the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

  • Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night

  • Aswan - Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island to explore romantic Philae Temple and wander around the colourful souqs

  • Nile cruising - Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, spending 3 nights on board a 5 star Nile cruiser

  • Kom Ombo - Visit the Nile side Temple of Kom Ombo

Itinerary

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Day 1: Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Welcome to Egypt. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or if arriving early, you can opt to pre book our optional private Backstreets of Cairo tour, which introduces you to the highlights of Egypt's bustling capital.

Day 2: Pyramids Of Giza

Location: Giza

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bright and early this morning set off on a guided tour to see iconic Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx. Sole survivors from the ancient Greek-listed Seven Wonders of the World, the pyramids are the planet’s oldest tourist attraction! Known as Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus, the pyramids were already more than 2,000 years old. Next we explore the sand-strewn tombs and temples of the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, home to the Zhoser’s step pyramid. A visit to a government supervised Papyrus Museum will also be made at some point during today.

Day 3: Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Sleeper Train

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cairo - Aswan. Take a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo this morning, which houses a vast collection of statues, jewellery, and sarcophagi. Among its treasures are several well-preserved mummies, including those of Yuya and Thuyu, high-ranking nobles and the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. Remarkably, some mummies are so well-preserved that they still have hair on their heads! Then there's time to relax back at the hotel before your guide assists you in boarding the overnight sleeper train to Aswan this evening. Your new guide will welcome you on your arrival to Aswan tomorrow morning.

Day 4: Aswan

Location: Aswan

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Aswan - Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning arrive into Aswan where you will be welcomed by your new guide. Enjoy a short boat trip to Agilika Island for Philae Temple - dedicated to the goddess Isis. Back in Aswan, visit a perfume oil emporium. Then check-in on board your Nile Cruiser which will be home for the next three nights. Later, there is free time to perhaps enjoy some shopping in the colourful souks and markets or simply relax in this attractive town which straddles the River Nile.

Day 5: Abu Simbel

Location: Abu Simbel

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Aswan – Abu Simbel (optional) - Nile cruise - Kom Ombo. Today there is an optional early morning flight excursion to Abu Simbel offered. Choose to either join a guided journey to Abu Simbel or opt for a [[self-guided exploration|131928]] by exploring the temples at your own pace. Abu Simbel is home to the famous the rock-cut temple of King Ramses II. The Nile cruiser departs Aswan this afternoon and you'll cruise the River Nile to Kom Ombo and disembark to visit the temple which is dedicated to the crocodile headed god - Sobek before returning to the cruiser.

Day 6: Nile Cruising

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Luxor - Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Nile Cruise - Luxor. Relax, enjoy a swim in the pool and chill out in the sun on deck this morning. Let your troubles melt away while cruising the River Nile to Luxor. Home of the legendary Valley of the Kings and Temple of Karnak, 4000 year-old Luxor is ancient Egypt at its best. Arriving into Luxor this afternoon the rest of the day is free to explore the city before spending one final night aboard the cruiser.

Day 7: Luxor

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: 5 star Luxor hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, disembark and check into your 5 star Luxor hotel. Following check in, you will visit Karnak Temple, a spectacular religious complex built on a gigantic scale, where you get lost wandering around the stone papyrus columns. Later, there is an optional excursion to the Luxor Temple, which is long rumoured to be the location of Pharaoh crownings.

Day 8: Valley Of The Kings

Location: Valley of the Kings

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning explore the West Bank of the Nile and the legendary Valley of the Kings. Marvel at Colossi of Memnon, the massive stone remains of the temple of Amenophis III and explore the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and surrounding tombs.

Day 9: Hurghada

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Luxor - Hurghada. Departing Luxor, drive east to Hurghada part of the beautiful Red Sea Riviera for 3 days on the beach!



Day 10-11: Hurghada

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

The next 2 days are free to explore Hurghada or simply relax. Today there's an optional day trip to Giftun Island for swimming and snorkelling, which can be booked locally.





Hurghada is one of the Red Sea's most popular resorts and it is easy to see why. Hotels and expanded infrastructure provide holidaymakers with excellent aquatic facilities for sail boarding, yachting, deep-sea fishing, SCUBA diving and snorkeling. Hurghada’s central location provides a gateway to prime offshore reefs, which are some of the finest in the world. Hurghada also has plenty of restaurants and late night bars for evening entertainment. Just outside Hurghada is an ancient Roman quarry called Mons Porphyritis and Port Safarga – a famously windy place which is ideal for windsurfing.

Day 12: Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hurghada - Cairo. This morning you will take a transfer to Hurghada Airport, then fly onwards to Cairo. The remainder of today is free for you to relax or explore Egypt’s capital at leisure. You can join an optional excursion to Khan el Khalili bazaar, the ideal place for some last minute souvenir shopping.

Day 13: Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cairo. After breakfast, hotel check-out and onward transfer to the airport.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4 - 5 star

  • Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 3 dinners

    Enjoy daily breakfast along with 3 lunches and 3 dinners during your tour.

  • 8 nights 4-5 star hotels, 3 nights aboard 5 star Nile Cruiser (en suite cabin)

    Stay in 4-5 star hotels for 8 nights and enjoy 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins.

  • Hurghada by the Red Sea stay - Swim, snorkel and relax

    Experience a stay in Hurghada by the Red Sea, where you can swim, snorkel, and relax.

  • 1 overnight train from Cairo to Aswan (Private 2 berth sleeper cabin)

    Travel overnight from Cairo to Aswan in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin.

  • Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 13

    Benefit from airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of your tour.

  • Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan, Luxor and Hurghada

    Explore the cities of Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan, Luxor, and Hurghada with guided tours.

  • Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology

    Be accompanied by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.

  • All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

    Enjoy all relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles.

  • Economy class flights from Hurghada to Cairo

    Fly economy class from Hurghada to Cairo as part of the tour.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa

    International flights and visa are not included in the tour package.

  • Tipping

    Tipping is not included.

    It is recommended to allow USD$20 per traveller per day for your guide, and an additional USD$10 per traveller per day for general tipping such as drivers and bellmen.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees amounting to USD$100-120 per person, paid in local currency, are not included.

Age Policy

Not recommended for < 10yrs. Can allow from 5 yrs on short itineraries and if not mid-summer due to the heat.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with private modern air-conditioned vehicles, an overnight train from Cairo to Aswan in a private 2-berth sleeper cabin, and economy class flights from Hurghada to Cairo, ensuring a seamless journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy 8 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights aboard a luxurious 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins, offering a comfortable and elegant stay throughout your Egyptian adventure.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 8 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile Cruiser with an en suite cabin.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, the tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    Yes, airport arrival and departure transfers are included on day 1 and day 13 of the tour.

  • What meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes breakfast daily, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners.

  • What is the recommended tipping policy for the tour?

    It is recommended to allow USD$20 per traveller per day for the guide and an additional USD$10 per traveller per day for general tipping such as drivers and bellmen, though tipping is ultimately a personal gesture.

  • Are entrance fees included in the tour price?

    No, entrance fees are not included and are estimated to be USD$100-120 per person, paid in local currency.

  • What transportation is used during the tour?

    All relevant transfers and transportation are provided in private modern air-conditioned vehicles. There is also an overnight train from Cairo to Aswan and economy class flights from Hurghada to Cairo.

  • Is there an age recommendation for this tour?

    The tour is not recommended for children under 10 years old. However, children from 5 years old may be allowed on short itineraries and if not traveling in mid-summer due to the heat.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

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I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Simla Patel (Google Reviewer)  

This company doesn’t deserve even...

26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare

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Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

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I had used them once...

09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 600 USD per person 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 on the go tours charges.

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

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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