Treasured culture, stunning scenery and turbulent history - Egypt has the perfect set of ingredients for everyone with an all year round hot climate, famous temples, pyramids, museums and shopping.
You'll travel to Cairo on this tour and go sailing on the Nile in a traditional felucca to explore the river and the historical monuments scattered along its banks. You can enjoy onboard meals and picnics on the banks of the Nile while on your sailing trip.
The River Nile was the main mode of transport in ancient Egypt, so all Pharaonic landmarks are just a stone throw away from where you land and disembark. You'll also have the opportunity to visit Edfu Temple by horse carriage, one of the largest and most intact of Egypt’s monuments.Treasured culture, stunning scenery and turbulent history - Egypt has the perfect set of ingredients for everyone with an all year round hot climate, famous temples, pyramids, museums and shopping.
You'll travel to Cairo on this tour and go sailing on the Nile in a traditional felucca to explore the river and the historical monuments scattered along its banks. You can enjoy onboard meals and picnics on the banks of the Nile while on your sailing trip.
The River Nile was the main mode of transport in ancient Egypt, so all Pharaonic landmarks are just a stone throw away from where you land and disembark. You'll also have the opportunity to visit Edfu Temple by horse carriage, one of the largest and most intact of Egypt’s monuments.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Cairo, Sightseeing & Overnight Train to Aswan
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In the morning, you'll visit the Egyptian Museum where you will see a mesmerising display of artefacts including the Tutankhamun collection. Moving on to the west bank of the River Nile, you will visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. The pyramids are the only Wonder of the Ancient World still standing today and, time permitting, you will the opportunity to go inside one of the pyramids. In the evening, you'll head to the train station for the overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
Accommodation
Overnight Sleeper Train to Aswan
Activities
Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Giza Plateau
Transportations
Private Driver from Cairo International Airport to فندق بارسيلو الهرم القاهرة
Meals
Lunch
Destinations
Cairo
Giza Governorate
Aswan Governorate
Day 2
Arrive in Aswan & Nubian Dinner
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You'll arrive in Aswan and check-in to your hotel. This morning, you'll have some free time to explore Aswan at your own pace or book one of our optional excursions. In the afternoon, walk around a local market where you can try your skills at haggling and enjoy some friendly banter with the locals. In the evening, you will enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner in the home of a local Nubian family.
Accommodation
Nile Dream House Boat ★1 star
Activities
Aswan Souk
Restaurants
Nubian Home
Transportations
Private Driver from Aswan to Nile Dream
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Aswan Governorate
Aswan
Day 3
Felucca Sail on the Nile with Optional Abu Simbel Visit
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You'll have a free morning with an optional visit to the spectacular Abu Simbel temples. You can marvel at the sheer size of these magnificent temples that were hand carved out of the mountainside as a lasting monument to Pharaoh Ramesses 11 and his Queen Nefertari. Then, you'll transfer to the River Nile to board your Felucca boat for your Nile sail.
Accommodation
Felucca Nile Sail
Activities
Abu Simbel TemplesOptional Activity: AU$ 209 per person
Nile Valley Countryside & Villages
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Aswan Governorate
Abu Simbel
Luxor
New Valley Governorate
Day 4
Felucca Sail Past the Nile Countryside & Villages
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Today is a full day on board your felucca boat sailing down the Nile. Sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery and take in the peace and quiet whilst enjoying the sunshine. Observe the local fisherman, in their small boats, casting their nets into the river and transporting their catch along the river. Sail past lush green fields ploughed by oxen and wave to the locals as they harvest their crops by hand.
Accommodation
Felucca Nile Sail
Activities
Kitchener's Island
Camel MarketOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Luxor
Aswan Governorate
Day 5
Felucca Sail to Kom Ombo & Edfu
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Disembark felucca and drive to Kom Ombo for a visit at the twin temples. A short drive further along the bank of the Nile takes us to Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god, Horus. Enjoy a guided tour learning about the history and purpose of this site before transferring to Luxor. Free evening time to explore.
Accommodation
Nile Valley Hotel & Restaurant★2.5 star
Activities
Temple of Kom Ombo
The Temple of Horus at Edfu
Transportations
Private Driver from Felucca ride to Luxor Governorate
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Luxor
Aswan Governorate
Edfu
Luxor Governorate
Day 6
Luxor Valley of the Kings & Queens & Hepshatsut Temple
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Today is a day of sightseeing in Luxor on the Westbank. Step back in time and travel by donkey to discover the famous site of the Valley of the Kings and Queens. There are 63 known tombs which differ dramatically in size, from a simple pit to complex tombs boasting 120 chambers. Explore these ancient tombs before heading back over the river to visit the beautiful funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s first female Pharoah.
Accommodation
Nile Valley Hotel & Restaurant★2.5 star
Activities
Valley of the Kings
Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
Destinations
Luxor Governorate
New Valley Governorate
Day 7
Free Time in Luxor with Optional Hot Air Balloon then Overnight Train to Cairo
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After breakfast, you'll enjoy some free time to relax and absorb the experience or opt to join some optional trips on offer in Luxor. Hot Air Ballooning is the perfect way to witness the temples of Luxor at Sun Rise. You'll then have some free time until your transfer to the train station for your overnight sleeper train to Cairo. You'll have dinner and breakfast onboard.
Accommodation
Overnight Sleeper Train Luxor to Cairo★1 star
Activities
Hot Air Balloon Ride over Valley of the KingsOptional Activity
Luxor TempleOptional Activity
Free Time in Luxor City
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Luxor Governorate
New Valley Governorate
Luxor
Day 8
Cairo Citadel & Old City
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This morning, upon arrival in Cairo, you'll transfer directly to the Old City to explore the citadel - a complex of mosques and museums housed inside a magnificent fortress. Khan El Khalili bazaar is well worth a visit, as it is one of the largest bazaars in the Middle East, with a kaleidoscope of colours, sights, sounds and smells from the exotic spices and perfumes on display.
Accommodation
Le Riad de Charme★3 star
Activities
Salah El Din Citadel
Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Restaurants
Al Azhar Park
Transportations
Private Driver from Cairo to Cairo
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Luxor
Cairo
Cairo Governorate
Day 9
Free Time in Cairo & Departure
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After breakfast at the hotel, you'll be free to explore the area until your transfer to Cairo airport for your departure flight.
Activities
Old Cairo
Transportations
Private Driver from Khan el-Khalili to Cairo International Airport Road
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Cairo
Cairo Governorate
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What’s included?
8 nights accommodation
12 activities
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 2,048/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Egypt in 9 days
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