Best of Egypt
Best of Egypt
$3295
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Egypt with the "Best of Egypt" tour. This immersive experience takes you from the bustling streets of Cairo to the ancient wonders of Luxor and Aswan. Explore the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings, and the temples of Karnak and Kom-Ombo, all guided by a professional Egyptologist. Sail the Nile on a luxurious four-night cruise, and enjoy exclusive experiences like a traditional meal with a local family in Luxor and a visit to a weaving school in Cairo. With cherry-picked accommodations, daily breakfast, and select meals included, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and comfort. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hilton Heliopolis
Accommodation Name: Hilton Heliopolis
Embark on an expedition to the land of the Pharaohs, starting your journey in Egypt’s effervescent capital, Cairo. On arrival at Cairo Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have time to relax after your journey. Refreshed and ready to embrace the intoxicating energy of this ancient and modern city, you’ll be thrilled with the many treasures that will give you a preview of what’s about to come – an incredible encounter with antiquities you’ll be sharing with friends for years to come.
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Day 2: Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise Stays With Stories
Location: Luxor, Temple of Amun, Avenue of the Sphinx, Luxor Museum
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early this morning you'll meet your Travel Director and fly to Luxor and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship. This evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a welcome drink followed by dinner.
Day 3: A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings Connect with Locals
Location: Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey to the final resting place of Egypt’s Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.
Day 4: Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo
Location: Kom Ombo
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sail upstream to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Standing at the threshold of the imposing Temple of Kom-Ombo on the banks of the Nile, you’ll imagine visitors over the centuries arriving to pay homage to the gods Horus the Elder and Sobek. Tour the Temple, learning all about its ‘double’ and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo of gods – one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, we’ll don our galabeas and toast to legends of the past and new friends.
Day 5: Onwards to Aswan
Location: Aswan, Kitchener's Island, Aswan Dam, Temple of Isis, Unfinished Obelisk
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid bedrock.
Day 6: Disembark and Fly to Cairo
Location: Aswan, Abu Simbel Temples, Cairo
Accommodation: Ramses Hilton
Accommodation Name: Ramses Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a morning at leisure or perhaps join a once in a lifetime Optional Experience to Abu Simbel, carved into a solid rock cliff in Egypt’s Nubian Valley. As you approach the Great Temple, you’ll marvel at the four-seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and paying homage to the gods. Later this afternoon fly back to Cairo.
Day 7: Discover Colorful Cairo
Location: Cairo, Old Citadel, Cairo, Alabaster Mosque, Cairo, Hanging Church of St. Mary, Cairo, Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo
Accommodation: Ramses Hilton
Accommodation Name: Ramses Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover the layers of Cairo’s history as you take in views of the Old Citadel before stepping inside the Alabaster Mosque. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary, a landmark of Egypt’s Christian heritage, then enjoy free time for lunch. Later, stand before Tutankhamun’s legendary treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)*, a showcase of Egypt’s ancient wonders. *Subject to departure date and the museum’s full opening.
Day 8: Admire the Wonders of Giza
Location: Giza, Saqqara
Accommodation: Ramses Hilton
Accommodation Name: Ramses Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures – the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Be mesmerized by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Day 9: Farewell Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends.
What's Included
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Professional Egyptologist/Travel Director
The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist/Travel Director throughout your journey are included.
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Cherry-picked Hotels
Stay in cherry-picked hotels that are all tried and trusted.
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Porterage and Gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs and additional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees for entry into Egypt are not included.
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International Flights
International flights to and from Egypt are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with luxury air-conditioned coaches equipped with Wi-Fi, and enjoy flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo. Experience the Nile on a four-night luxury cruise and sail in a traditional felucca.Accommodation
Experience the comfort of cherry-picked hotels in Cairo, including the Hilton Heliopolis and Ramses Hilton, and enjoy a luxurious four-night Nile Cruise, offering a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional Egyptian hospitality.Dining Summary
Dive Into Culture
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Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Best of Egypt tour?
The tour includes a 'Be My Guest' encounter in Luxor where you will meet the El Boerey family and enjoy local culinary traditions. Additionally, there is a 'Make Travel Matter' experience in Cairo where you will meet artisans at a local weaving school.
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Will there be an expert guide during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes the services of a professional English-speaking Egyptologist and Travel Director throughout the journey.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries, a four-night luxury Nile Cruise, and flights from Aswan to Cairo and Cairo to Luxor.
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Are meals included in the Best of Egypt tour?
Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals, along with some lunches and dinners during the Nile Cruise.
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What is the significance of the Nile Cruise in the tour?
The Nile Cruise is a four-night luxury experience that allows you to explore Egypt's ancient wonders by boat, taking in the cultural and historic significance of the Nile River.
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What are some of the key sites visited during the tour?
Key sites include the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx at Giza, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Amun, the Temple of Kom-Ombo, the Temple of Isis, and the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Low Deposit
Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Best of Egypt
9 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Luxor, Temple of Amun, Avenue of the Sphinx, Luxor Museum, Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Kitchener's Island, Aswan Dam, Temple of Isis, Unfinished Obelisk, Abu Simbel Temples, Old Citadel, Cairo, Alabaster Mosque, Cairo, Hanging Church of St. Mary, Cairo, Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Giza, Saqqara ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EGBOZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
