Felucca Explorer & Red Sea - 11 days
Felucca Explorer & Red Sea - 11 days
Felucca Explorer & Red Sea - 11 days
11 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 32
Age range:
18-
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through Egypt with the "Felucca Explorer & Red Sea" tour. Begin your adventure in Cairo, exploring the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the treasures of King Tutankhamun at the Grand Egyptian Museum. Sail the Nile on a traditional felucca, sleeping under the stars, and visit the stunning Philae Temple in Aswan. Discover the unique double Temple of Kom Ombo and marvel at the ancient wonders of Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Karnak. Relax by the Red Sea in Hurghada, where you can soak up the sun or dive into the crystal-clear waters. With expert guidance from an Egyptologist, comfortable accommodations, and seamless transfers, this small group tour offers an enriching and relaxing Egyptian experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: hotel
You will be met upon arrival at Cairo Airport and transferred to our start hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or those arriving early can opt to join our optional Backstreets of Cairo tour which departs the hotel at 10am.
If you'd like to extend your stay in Egypt we also offer a pre or post tour [[Day Trip to Alexandria. |122837]]
Day 2: Pyramids Of Giza
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: Overnight: Sleeper train
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cairo - Aswan. Our tour begins with a visit to one of the world's most famous sights this morning - the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx. Built over 4500 years ago, the three great pyramids are sole survivors of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. This afternoon we take a guided tour of Egyptian Museum, which contains an incredible array of relics and antiquities including the well-preserved mummies, such as those of Yuya and Thuyu - the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. These mummies offer a rare glimpse into the past, with some so remarkably preserved that they still have hair on their heads, allowing us to see the incredible skill and techniques used by the ancient Egyptians in their embalming process. We will also visit a government supervised Papyrus Museum. This evening, we board the overnight train to Aswan.
Day 3: Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our train pulls into Aswan early this morning and we check into our hotel. Then we take a scenic boat ride out to Agilika Island for a guided tour of the beautiful Philae Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess Isis. Travelling back to Aswan we visit a perfume oil emporium before spending the rest of the day at leisure. Relax by the hotel pool, explore Aswan's colourful souks and watch a beautiful sunset over the Nile.
Day 4: Abu Simbel
Location: Abu Simbel
Accommodation Name: felucca
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Aswan - Nile felucca cruise. Very early this morning there's an optional excursion by road to the spectacular Temple of Abu Simbel, arguably Egypt's most awe-inspiring temple. This gigantic rock-cut temple was created to revere King Ramses II, with four colossal statues of the pharaoh guarding the entrance. In the afternoon we board a felucca for a relaxing two night journey along the River Nile, stopping at villages and islands along the way.
Day 5: Felucca Cruise
Location: Kom Ombo
Accommodation Name: felucca
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day relaxing onboard a felucca and enjoying the views as we sail down the River Nile. Soak up the sunshine on deck and perhaps go for a swim. In the afternoon we reach Kom Ombo and take a motorboat to visit this ancient temple, which is dedicated to the crocodile headed god - Sobek. Then we return to the felucca for our second night sleeping under the stars.
Day 6: Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Kom Ombo - Luxor. This morning we disembark and drive to Luxor. Home of the legendary Valley of the Kings and Temple of Karnak, 4000 year-old Luxor is ancient Egypt at its best. This afternoon we enjoy a guided tour of the Temple of Karnak, a magnificent religious complex, dedicated to the Theban gods and built on a gigantic scale. In evening there's an optional tour of the beautiful Temple of Luxor with dinner included (book and pay locally). This remarkable temple and the Avenue of Sphinxes which leads to it, are most spectacular at night when they're illuminated by hundreds of atmospheric lights.
Day 7: Hurghada
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Luxor - Hurghada. We travel to Luxor's West Bank this morning for a guided tour of the legendary Valley of the Kings, which is home to an array of beautifully decorated pharaohs' tombs, three of which you can enter. Arriving at the West Bank we will be greeted by the towering 18m-high Colossi of Memnon and after the Valley of the Kings we enjoy a tour of the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
We bid farewell to Luxor this afternoon and drive east to Hurghada, for three nights at Egypt's beautiful Red Sea Riviera.
Day 8-9: Hurghada
Location: Hurghada
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend the next two days at leisure. Soak up the sunshine on the beach and swim in the sea, enjoy the hotel facilities and stroll around Hurghada. There's also 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 offers a wonderful range of aquatic activities, from sail boarding and deep-sea fishing to SCUBA diving and snorkelling around the incredible offshore reefs, which are some of the finest in the world.
Day 10: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hurghada - Cairo. This morning we drive back to Cairo. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore Egypt’s capital at leisure. If you'd like to do some last minute souvenir shopping we offer an optional visit to Cairo's bustling Khan el Khalili bazaar.
Day 11: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cairo. After breakfast, hotel check-out and onward transfer to the airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 - 4 star -
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 2 dinners
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7 nights 3 - 4 star hotels and 2 nights aboard a felucca (open deck)
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Red Sea beach break in Hurghada
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1 overnight train from Cairo to Aswan (private 2 berth sleeper cabin)
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Airport arrival transfer on day 1
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Touring - Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo and Luxor
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Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology
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All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
What's Not Included
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International flights and visa
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Departure transfer
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Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$8 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
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Entrance Fees: USD$100-120pp, paid in local currency
Age Policy
15+ if accompanied by an adult. 15+ for all tours that include a Nile Cruiser. Where a tour includes an overnight felucca the Min age is 18 yrs, except 'with teens' tours as life jackets are worn'.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private modern air-conditioned vehicles, an overnight train from Cairo to Aswan in a private 2-berth sleeper cabin, and scenic boat rides, including a traditional felucca cruise on the Nile.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights in 3 to 4-star hotels and 2 nights aboard a traditional felucca with an open deck, offering a unique experience of sleeping under the stars along the Nile River.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights in 3 to 4-star hotels and 2 nights aboard a traditional felucca with an open deck.
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Is there a tour guide provided during the trip?
Yes, the tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, airport arrival and departure transfers are included on day 1 and day 11 of the tour.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour includes breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.
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What is the minimum age requirement for this tour?
The minimum age is 15 if accompanied by an adult. For tours that include an overnight felucca, the minimum age is 18 years, except for 'with teens' tours where life jackets are worn.
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What activities are available during the stay in Hurghada?
In Hurghada, you can enjoy the beach, swim in the sea, and explore the hotel facilities. There are also optional activities such as a day trip to Giftun Island for swimming and snorkeling, as well as other aquatic activities like sailboarding, deep-sea fishing, SCUBA diving, and snorkeling around the offshore reefs.
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What is the transportation mode from Cairo to Aswan?
The transportation from Cairo to Aswan is via an overnight train in a private 2-berth sleeper cabin.
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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.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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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+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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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.
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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.