Amazing Egypt By Nile Cruise (5 & 4 Star Hotels)
Amazing Egypt By Nile Cruise (5 & 4 Star Hotels)
10 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Alexandria, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EA3
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 30
Age range:
0-0
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Egypt with the "Amazing Egypt By Nile Cruise" tour, where ancient history comes alive. Experience the grandeur of Egypt's iconic landmarks while staying in luxurious 5-star hotels and a 5-star Nile Cruiser. Begin your adventure in Cairo, exploring the bustling city and its treasures, including the Pyramids and Sphinx. Discover Alexandria's historical wonders, such as the Library of Alexandria and Pompey's Pillar. Cruise along the Nile, visiting the majestic temples of Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor. With the guidance of expert Egyptologists, delve into the mysteries of the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple Complex. Enjoy free time to explore Cairo's vibrant bazaars and indulge in optional activities like a Nubian dinner or a hot air balloon ride over Luxor. This cultural odyssey promises a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration, offering a truly immersive Egyptian experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star
Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Cairo or board a cruise for an optional group dinner.
Day 2 : Cairo, Alexandria, Cairo
Location: Alexandria
Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise and shine, we are travelling back in time to the home of ancient knowledge. Depart for Alexandria, Egypt’s second largest city, and Get the chance to see the panoramic view of the Library of Alexandria. (Please note that it is not possible to visit inside of the library as it is closed on Saturdays) Wander through the ruins of one the most important historical archaeological sites ever found on earth. While traveling in such an amazing place! After seeing the amazing decorations and wandering around in the dark, walking down the carved corridors of the Catacombs below, carved into the bedrock and having many amazing statues, sarcophagi and murals, is an incredible experience and a must visit! Visit to Pompey’s Pillar, One of the most prominent tourist attractions in the city of Alexandria, the Column of Pompey is a Roman triumphal column that still exists today in Alexandria and is one of the oldest and highest monumental columns in the world. Continue visiting a place that has witnessed a lot of history. The Citadel castle was built on the exact site of the famous Alexandria Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Right next to the water, definitely worth a visit so you can take beautiful pictures. . . Alexandria is a must-see for all travellers! After you've had your daily dose of history and ancient culture, return to Cairo for an overnight stay.
Day 3 : Cairo City Tour, Overnight Sleeper Train
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: Overnight Sleeper Train
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Set your alarms for 7.30am and fill up on plenty of breakfast before a big day exploring Egypt’s iconic Ancient Wonder of the World – the Pyramids and Sphinx! Follow your guide for a tour across the ancient site to learn about the 4,600-year-old wonders. After everyone has had their dose of awe, we’ll head out to Sakkara to see the iconic step pyramid built in 2700 B.C. Later in the afternoon, board an overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
Day 4 : Nile Cruise
Location: Aswan
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser - 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up in Aswan, ready to explore on a city tour with your local guide. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk for a look into the incredible building methods used to create the four-sided, hallmark monuments that are placed at the entrances of Egyptian temples. Take some time to walk along the 42-metre long lying bed of granite and learn about its significance from your guide. Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, divine mother of the pharaohs. The temple is set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile. Then all aboard the a 5-star Nile Cruiser as we check in to our private cabins and prepare for three nights on the Nile River. Tonight, we’ll have the option to join a traditional Nubian dinner in the evening.
Day 5 : Nile Cruise
Location: Kom Ombo
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser - 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up well rested after your first night on board the Nile Cruiser. Watch beautiful scenery pass you by and wave to the locals swimming and fishing on the riverbanks. Today we will visit Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. If you are feeling up to it in the afternoon, join the optional trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Abu Simbel. It is a must-do for all keen historians!
Day 6 : Nile Cruise, Edfu, Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser - 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take it easy today as we continue our Cruise down the Nile River. Next stop will be Edfu, home to one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple was built over 180-years from 237 BC to 57 BC. Cruise to Luxor in the afternoon.
Day 7 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel – 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a final breakfast onboard our 5-star Nile Cruiser, we’ll check out and later check in to our luxurious hotel in Luxor. After dark, we’ll visit Luxor Temple to explore the dimly-light temple and learn from your guide of the temple complexes ancient history, dating back to the 14th century B.C.
Day 8 : Luxor, Overnight Sleeper Train
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Overnight Sleeper Train
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The West bank of the Nile River awaits you! Follow your guide to the Valley of the Kings, also known as the ‘City of the Dead’, home to fancy royal tombs carved into desert rocks and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. Next up, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon. Not to forget, a visit to the vast Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most important religious centres of ancient Egypt with its marvellous temples. Your Egyptologist guide will enlighten you with the most intriguing stories and mythologies from the temple complex. Feeling adventurous? Take to the skies on an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor. In the evening, board an overnight sleeper train to Cairo.
Day 9 : Cairo City Tour
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up well rested as your overnight sleeper train pulls into Cairo! The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world - Egyptian Museum of Cairo. Home to over 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities, this place will leave you in awe! Then, roam around Cairo stopping by the Citadel of Saladin and the world-famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Make sure to wear your haggling hats and brace for the mayhem!
Day 10 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Have your final breakfast on us and start bidding farewells to your travel mates. Check-out of the hotel in Cairo (11:00am) and catch the transfer to the airport at the end of your tour. Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!
What's Included
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Accommodation
5 and 4 star hotels, 5 star Nile Cruiser.
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Meals
9 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
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Transportation
A/C coach or mini-bus, Nile Cruiser
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Airport Transfer(s)
Arrival and Departure transfers on first and last day of the trip
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Tour Guiding
Services of experienced Egyptologist guides
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Train ( Sleeper Cabin )
2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo (Private 2 berth)
What's Not Included
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Any flights not mentioned above
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Travel Insurance
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Meals not stated above
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Items of a personal nature
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Tips and gestures
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Entrance fees to the sights and museums
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Optional activities
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Other services not stated in the itinerary
Add Ons
Local Payment: £
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with A/C coaches or mini-buses, and enjoy a stylish journey on a 5-star Nile Cruiser. Overnight sleeper trains provide private 2-berth cabins for travel between Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor.
Accommodation
Experience the luxury of 5-star hotels and a 5-star Nile Cruiser, with a 4-star stay in Cairo, offering comfort and style throughout your Egyptian adventure.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in 5-star hotels and a 5-star Nile Cruiser, with 4-star accommodation in Cairo.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation is provided by an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus and a Nile Cruiser. There are also two overnight sleeper trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo.
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Is there an airport transfer service included in the tour?
Yes, arrival and departure transfers are provided on the first and last day of the trip.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes the services of experienced Egyptologist guides.
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What are some of the key historical sites visited during the tour?
The tour visits several key historical sites including the Pyramids and Sphinx in Giza, the Library of Alexandria, Pompey's Pillar, the Citadel of Saladin, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Karnak Temple Complex.
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Is there an option for a traditional dinner experience during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional traditional Nubian dinner available during the tour.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour price?
No, entrance fees to the sights and museums are not included in the tour price.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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