Treasures of the Nile - 10 days
Treasures of the Nile - 10 days
Treasures of the Nile - 10 days
10 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2005/TOTN
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
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
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through Egypt with the "Treasures of the Nile" tour. Begin in Cairo, where you'll marvel at the iconic Pyramids of Giza and explore the ancient wonders of Saqqara. Discover the treasures of King Tutankhamun at the Grand Egyptian Museum before flying to Luxor. Here, you'll explore the Valley of the Kings and the magnificent Temple of Karnak. Set sail on a luxurious 5-star Nile River cruise, visiting the unique Temple of Kom Ombo and the romantic Philae Temple in Aswan. Enjoy a traditional felucca ride around Elephantine and Kitchener Islands, and immerse yourself in the vibrant souqs of Aswan. With expert guidance from an Egyptologist, this small group tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Egypt's ancient history and breathtaking landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel
Friday. Upon arrival into Cairo airport you are met and transferred to your 5 star hotel located in downtown Cairo. The rest of the day is free to relax or those arriving early can opt to pre book our optional Backstreets of Cairo tour which departs the hotel at 10am today. This evening a Welcome Meeting will be held at around 7pm.
If you would like to extend your stay and see more of Egypt, we also offer a pre or post tour [[Alexandria Day Trip.|122837]]
Day 2: Pyramids Of Giza
Location: Giza
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we visit Egypt's most loved and iconic sight: The Great Pyramids of Giza. We explore the Giza plateau, pyramids and massive Sphinx. We continue on to explore Saqqara - an ancient necropolis with many half-buried tombs and the famous Zhoser’s step pyramid. Then we return to our hotel where the rest of the day is free to relax by the pool and enjoy the hotel facilities.
Day 3: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sonesta St. George Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cairo - Luxor. 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.
Later we transfer to the airport for our flight to Luxor. Please note that your tour guide will not accompany you onboard your flight.
Day 4: Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sonesta St. George Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The massive pair of statues known as the Colossi of Memnon are the first monuments we see during our morning visit to the West Bank - home to the legendary Valley of the Kings. We also see the colonnaded Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Return to Luxor for check-in on board our Nile 5 star cruiser. Lunch is at leisure and we have time to relax until our early evening visit to the Temple of Luxor. Luxor Temple looks stunning at dusk and is beautifully illuminated at night.
Note: Dependent upon Nile Cruiser scheduling, we may take an excursion to Karnak Temple this afternoon. Should this occur, day 5 is spent at leisure.
Day 5: Nile Cruising
Location: Luxor
Accommodation: M/S Royal Lotus, Nile Cruising
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Luxor - Nile Cruising. This morning we tour the ancient city of Thebes (the East Bank) and gaze at the magnificent Temple of Karnak. More than a temple, Karnak is a gigantic and stunning complex of sanctuaries and pylons dedicated to the Theban gods. Anchors away this afternoon as we set sail downstream.
Day 6: Nile Cruising
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: M/S Royal Lotus, Nile Cruising
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Nile Cruising. Relax as we sail the Nile. Later today, we visit the Temple of Kom Ombo. A unique riverside temple, it is unusual in that everything architecturally is doubled and perfectly symmetrical along the main axis of the temple including twin halls, courts, colonnades, sanctuaries and entrances. Arrive in Aswan: a prosperous town at the crossroads of the ancient caravan routes late evening.
Day 7: Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Movenpick Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Nile cruiser - Aswan. Today, we enjoy a short boat trip to Agilika Island for a look at the Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple dates from 4th century BC but the Ptolomies and the Romans up to 3rd century AD built most of the existing structures. In danger of being completely submerged by the rising water of Lake Nasser, in 1972 UNESCO stepped in and an 8-year rescue effort was undertaken to relocate the entire temple 20m higher on nearby Agilika Island.
After lunch, we visit the High Dam and take a felucca sailing trip to Elephantine and Kitchener Island followed by a visit to a perfume oil emporium. As the sun sets, we enjoy free time to shop in the colourful souqs and markets or simply relax and watch an amazing sunset in Egypt’s southern most town straddling the River Nile.
Day 8: Optional Excursion To Abu Simbel
Location: Abu Simbel
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Movenpick Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Consider our optional early morning excursion to see the magnificent Temples of King Ramses II at Abu Simbel. In a multimillion dollar operation lead by UNESCO in 1972, the famous temples were re-located to a higher position on the shoreline of Lake Nasser which had threatened to erode the foundations of this monolithic temple complex. Please see our Abu Simbel by Road Add-on for more info. Alternatively you can spend the morning at leisure.
This afternoon offers free time. Consider a visit to the Old Cataract Hotel, where Agatha Christie wrote the novel Death on the Nile. High Tea is also offered on the terrace which affords panoramic views of the Nile set to a backdrop of rolling sand dunes. Or opt for a visit to the well-curated Nubian Museum.
Day 9: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Cairo Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Aswan - Cairo. Today we fly back to Cairo. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel, check in and rendezvous with your guide. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the hotel facilities or or you can join our optional excursion visiting Old Cairo, Coptic Cairo and the Citadel of Saladin (book locally).
Day 10: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sunday. Tour ends after breakfast. Included onward transfer to airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
5 Star -
Breakfast daily, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
Enjoy daily breakfast along with 4 lunches and 4 dinners during your tour.
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5 nights 5 star hotels, 4 nights aboard a 5 star Nile Cruiser (en suite cabin)
Stay in 5-star hotels for 5 nights and enjoy 4 nights aboard a 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins.
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2 economy class flights - Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo
Includes two economy class flights from Cairo to Luxor and from Aswan to Cairo.
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Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 10
Airport transfers are provided upon arrival on day 1 and departure on day 10.
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Touring and sightseeing in Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor and Aswan
Experience guided tours and sightseeing in Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, and Aswan.
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Felucca sailing around the islands of Aswan
Enjoy a traditional felucca sailing experience around the islands of Aswan.
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Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology
The tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology for groups of 4 or more.
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All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
All transfers and transportation are provided in private modern air-conditioned vehicles.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visa
International flights and visa are not included in the tour package.
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Tip for your tour guide
Tips for your tour guide are not included; it is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller.
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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'.
Accommodation
Experience luxury and comfort with stays at the Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel, Sheraton Cairo Hotel, Hyatt Regency Cairo West, InterContinental Semiramis, Sonesta St. George Hotel, Steigenberger Nile Palace, and Movenpick Hotel in Aswan. Enjoy a 5-star Nile cruise aboard the M/S Royal Lotus, M/S Royal Lily, M/S Hamees, M/S Nile Premium, or MS Moon Dance, offering elegant accommodations, panoramic views, and a range of leisure activities.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with private modern air-conditioned vehicles for all relevant transfers and transportation. Enjoy two economy class flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo. Experience the beauty of the Nile with a 5-star cruise, and take a traditional felucca sailing trip around the islands of Aswan.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes stays in 5-star hotels and a 5-star Nile Cruiser. Hotels such as the Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel, Sonesta St. George Hotel, and Movenpick Hotel in Aswan are part of the accommodation, offering luxurious amenities and stunning views.
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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 for groups of 4 or more. However, the guide will not accompany you on internal flights.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes breakfast daily, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners. Meals are provided at the hotels and on the Nile Cruiser.
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What are some of the key activities included in the tour?
The tour includes visiting the Pyramids of Giza, exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum, touring the Valley of the Kings, and sailing on a felucca around the islands of Aswan. It also includes a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo and a boat trip to Agilika Island to explore the Philae Temple.
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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional excursion to see the Temples of King Ramses II at Abu Simbel. Additionally, there are options to visit the Old Cataract Hotel for High Tea or the Nubian Museum in Aswan.
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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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