Felucca Explorer - 8 Days
8 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Luxor
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 32
Age range:
18-
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Egypt with the Felucca Explorer tour. Begin your adventure in Cairo, where you'll marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx. Discover the treasures of King Tutankhamun at the Grand Egyptian Museum before heading to Aswan for a scenic boat ride to the Philae Temple. Experience the vibrant souks of Aswan and sail the Nile on a traditional felucca, spending two magical nights under the stars. Explore the unique double Temple of Kom Ombo and the colossal Temple of Karnak in Luxor. Delve into the Valley of the Kings and visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. With expert guidance from an Egyptologist, this small group tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation, complete with comfortable accommodations and convenient transfers.
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 offer a pre tour (Wednesday) or post tour Sunday [[Day Trip to Alexandria. |122837]]
Day 2: Pyramids Of Giza
Location: Giza
Accommodation Name: 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 the new Grand Egyptian Museum, which contains an incredible array of relics and antiquities including the treasures of King Tutankhamun and his spectacular gold funerary mask. Our sightseeing today also includes a visit to a government supervised Papyrus Museum. This evening we board the night train to Aswan.
Please Note: the Grand Egyptian Museum is scheduled to open in late 2024, though an official opening date has yet to be released. If travelling prior to the opening of the new facility we'll visit the Egyptian Museum instead.
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. Leaving the felucca we drive to the ancient city Luxor this morning, which is often referred to as the world's greatest open-air museum. 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: Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Sleeper Train
Meals Included: Breakfast
Luxor - Cairo. 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. Returning to the hotel the afternoon is free to relax by the pool. This evening we board the overnight train to Cairo.
Day 8: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cairo. After breakfast, tour ends. Make your own way to the airport for your onward flight or contact us to book a departure transfer.
What's Included
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Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 2 dinners are included.
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Accommodation
3 nights in 3 - 4 star hotels and 2 nights aboard a felucca (open deck) 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 Transfer
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 is included.
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Touring
Touring in Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, 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 in private modern air-conditioned vehicles 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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Departure Transfer
Departure transfer is 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. -
Entrance Fees
Entrance fees of 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 comfort with private modern air-conditioned vehicles for all relevant transfers and transportation. Experience two overnight train journeys in private 2-berth sleeper cabins from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo.
Accommodation
Enjoy 3 nights in 3-4 star hotels and 2 nights aboard a traditional felucca with an open deck, offering a unique experience of sleeping under the stars. Alternatively, upgrade to a 5-star Nile Cruise for added luxury.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 3 nights in 3 to 4-star hotels, 2 nights aboard a felucca on an open deck, and 2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in private 2 berth sleeper cabins.
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Is there a guide provided during the tour?
Yes, the tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.
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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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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional excursions such as the Backstreets of Cairo tour on Day 1 and a visit to the Temple of Abu Simbel on Day 4.
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What is the minimum age requirement for this tour?
The minimum age is 15 if accompanied by an adult, and 18 for tours that include an overnight felucca, except for 'with teens' tours where life jackets are worn.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
All relevant transfers and transportation are provided in private modern air-conditioned vehicles.
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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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