Festive King Tut with Cruise - 10 days
Festive King Tut with Cruise - 10 days
Festive King Tut with Cruise - 10 days
10 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Luxor
Tour operator:
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 24
Age range:
15-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 10-day adventure through Egypt with the "Festive King Tut with Cruise" tour. Begin your journey in Cairo, where you'll marvel at the iconic Pyramids of Giza and explore the treasures of King Tutankhamun at the Grand Egyptian Museum. Travel to Aswan and enjoy a serene boat trip to the Philae Temple, followed by a vibrant stroll through local souqs. Experience the luxury of a 5-star Nile cruise, visiting the Temple of Kom Ombo and the ancient wonders of Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Karnak. With expert guidance from a qualified Egyptologist, this small group tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation, complete with comfortable accommodations and delicious meals. Conclude your Egyptian odyssey back in Cairo, enriched with unforgettable memories.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Welcome to Egypt and the start of your holiday! Arrive Cairo and included transfer to hotel. Welcome meeting at 7pm.
Day 2 : Pyramids Of Giza
Location: Giza
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit the legendary Pyramids of Giza and iconic Sphinx today, before continuing to Saqqara to see Zhoser’s step pyramid.
Day 3 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: overnight in Sleeper train
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cairo - Aswan. This morning we join our guided tour of the incredible new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. This vast 490,000 sq.m complex showcases an astonishing collection of artefacts from nearly every period of ancient Egyptian history. Among the highlights are treasures of King Tutankhamun, with plans for his famous solid gold funerary mask to eventually be showcased here, alongside many items being exhibited for the first time. Later, we make our way to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which remains home to a vast collection of statues, jewellery, and sarcophagi. Here, we’ll see the well-preserved mummies of Yuya and Thuyu, high-ranking nobles and the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. Some mummies are so well preserved they still have thick locks of hair and visible fingernails. After our excursion, we return to the hotel to enjoy some free time by the pool before boarding our overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
Day 4 : Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation Name: overnight in Aswan - Nile Cruiser
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrival Aswan. Today we enjoy a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island for beautiful Philae Temple. We then make a short stop at a traditional perfume oil emporium before checking into our 5 star cruiser.
Day 5 : Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation Name: overnight in Nile Cruiser
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional early morning visit to Abu Simbel (best pre booked with your consultant to secure your place) before returning to our cruiser that, this afternoon will cruise the River Nile to Kom Ombo where we disembark to visit the temple.
Day 6 : Nile Cruising
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Relax and let your troubles melt away as we cruise to 4000 year-old Luxor. Upon arrival to Luxor we have free time to independently explore this ancient city.
Day 7 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Meals Included: Breakfast
Disembark and hotel check in. Free time and tonight, you can opt to visit the Temple of Luxor (book locally).
Day 8 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Sleeper Train
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we cross to the West Bank, highlights today include the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings and the colonnaded Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. After lunch, we visit the colossal Temple of Karnak and tonight we return by overnight sleeper train to Cairo.
Day 9 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrive Cairo and hotel check in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relax, independently explore or perhaps head to the famous Khan el Khalili bazaar to buy some souvenirs.
Day 10 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sadly, our amazing holiday comes to an end and we bid farewell to our guide and fellow travellers. Included airport departure transfer.
What's Included
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Meals
Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 3 dinners are included.
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Accommodation
4 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights aboard a 5 star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabin are included.
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Transportation
2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin are included.
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Airport Transfers
Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 10 are included.
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Touring
Touring of Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan, and Luxor is included.
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Tour Guide
The tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.
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Transfers and Transportation
All relevant transfers and transportation are included.
What's Not Included
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International Flights and Visa
International flights and visa are not included.
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Tour Guide Tip
Tip for your tour guide is not included.
It is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller, though tipping is an entirely personal gesture. -
Entrance Fees
Entrance fees ranging from USD$100-120 per person, paid in local currency, are not included.
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 style with airport transfers on day 1 and day 10, and enjoy the convenience of two overnight trains with private 2-berth sleeper cabins. Cruise the Nile from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star Nile Cruiser, and explore Egypt with all relevant transfers and transportation included.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights aboard a luxurious 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins. Experience the comfort of private 2-berth sleeper cabins on two overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 4 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins. Additionally, there are 2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin.
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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 10 of the tour.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes breakfast daily, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners.
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Are entrance fees included in the tour price?
No, entrance fees are not included. They are estimated to be USD$100-120 per person, paid in local currency.
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Is tipping expected during the tour?
Tipping is not included in the tour price. It is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller for your guide, though tipping is ultimately a personal gesture.
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What is the age policy for this tour?
The minimum age for the tour is 15 years if accompanied by an adult. For tours that include a Nile Cruiser, the minimum age is also 15 years. If the tour includes an overnight felucca, the minimum age is 18 years, except for 'with teens' tours where life jackets are worn.
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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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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.