The Best of Egypt Tour

Cairo International Airport, Egypt - Cairo International Airport, Egypt
  • Baron Palace in Egypt
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple
  • Philae Temple

Details

13 Days | 12 Nights

Tour Types: Private
Runs:
Accommodation: 5* Hotels, Dahabiya Cruise
Minimum Age: 10

Tour Description


This 13-day Egypt tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Egypt's cultural treasures, combining land-based excursions with a memorable journey on a Dahabiya cruise along the Nile River. From iconic landmarks such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings to the enchanting temples of Luxor and the serene beauty of Aswan, this tour provides an immersive experience of Egypt's ancient history and majestic landscapes. The use of a Dahabiya cruise adds a touch of luxury and intimacy, allowing travellers to enjoy personalized service and breathtaking views while sailing along the timeless Nile.

Highlights

  • Embark on a luxurious and intimate voyage along the Nile River aboard a Dahabiya sailboat.
  • Immerse yourself in the world's most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts.
  • Explore the fascinating tombs of pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings.
  • Enjoy a leisurely sail along the Nile River.
  • Stoll at vibrant atmosphere of Egypt's bustling markets.
  • Wander through the enchanting streets of Islamic Cairo.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Cairo Airport – Cairo    

1 Stop

1

Cairo Airport

Ahlan Wa Sahlan, Welcome to Egypt! Meet our representative and transfer from airport to your hotel in Cairo. Rest of the day is free on your leisure. Overnight in Cairo.

1 hour

5* Le Meridien Airport Hotel

Day 2
Cairo Hotel – Fly to Luxor – Nile Cruise    

2 Stops

1

Luxor Airport

At a pre-arrange time, proceed to Cairo airport to your flight. Luxor is located in the Upper Egypt, about 650km south of Cairo, flight from Cairo to Luxor lasts for about 1-hour.

1 hour

2

Nile Cruise

Once arrived in Luxor, transfer to your Nile Cruise for embarkation. Enjoy your lunch, dinner and overnight onboard.

1 hour

Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 3
Nile Cruise – Valley of the Kings – Hatshepsut Temple – Colossi of Memnon    

4 Stops

1

Valley of the Kings

Breakfast on board. Transfer to the Valley of the Kings, the most famous concentration of royal tombs in Ancient Egypt. Disappointed by the failure of the pyramids to protect their royal owners from robbery and desecration, the kings of the New Kingdom decided to adopt a more secure mode of burial. Instead of the pyramid, they opted for deep, rock-cut galleries and halls.

2 hours

2

Hatshepsut Temple

Continue to Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari, Steep cliffs in the shape of a horseshoe form a natural background to two monumental buildings standing side by side, each belonging to a different period. The earlier one, on the left, was built by King Nebhepetre Mentuhotep (11th Dynasty), as a combined tomb and funerary monument. More than 500 years later, the female pharaoh Hatshepsut (18th Dynasty), whose tomb is situated in the Valley of the Kings, used the same site for the construction of her funerary temple.

1 hour

3

Colossi of Memnon

Pay a tour to the Colossi of Memnon. The first monument one encounters on a visit to the west bank of Luxor is the site of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III (18th Dynasty). The temple itself has all but completely disappeared, but the colossal twin statues of the king, which once stood proudly in front of the entrance to the temple, are still there to greet the visitor.

1 hour

4

Nile Cruise

Back to the cruise for lunch and later dinner while sailing to Esna. Overnight on board.

1 hour

Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 4
Nile Cruise – Temples of Edfu    

2 Stops

1

Temple of Edfu

Breakfast on board. Enjoy a visit to the Temple of the falcon god Horus at Edfu which is the best preserved example among the Greco-Roman temples of Egypt. It is also the repository of the most detailed legacy on matters of cult and temple function.
2

Nile Cruise

Sail to Kom Ombo. Lunch on board. Sail to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.
Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 5
Nile Cruise – Aswan High Dam – Philae Temple – Cataract Hotel Visit    

4 Stops

1

High Dam

Sail to Aswan and breakfast on board. Visit to the High Dam of Aswan, Egypt's modern example of construction on a monumental scale. The controversial Aswan High Dam contains 18 times the amount of material used in the Great Pyramid of Khufu and created Lake Nasser, the world's largest artificial lake.

1 hour

2

Philae Temple

Enjoy a marvellous tour to the Temple of Isis on the island of Philae which was famous during the Greco-Roman period. There you can see, in front of the first pylon, two granite lions. On the walls of the temple of Philae were inscribed the latest hieroglyphic and demotic inscriptions.

1 hour

3

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel Visit

Visit the unique hotel of Cataract hotel which was built in 1899 and was believed to where Agatha Christie stayed while writing her most famous novel, Death on the Nile.

2 hours

4

Nile Cruise

Back to the cruise and enjoy the dinner. Overnight on board.
Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 6
Nile Cruise – Free Time    

1 Stop

1

Nile Cruise

Free day to enjoy the cruise facilities and amenities.
Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 7
Nile Cruise – Kom Ombo    

2 Stops

1

Kom Ombo

Breakfast on board. Sail to Kom Ombo and have a wonderful tour to the double temple of the Hellenistic period on the eastern bank, the Temple of Kom Ombo. This unique construction is an architectonic conflation of two temples in one building.

1 hour

2

Nile Cruise

Lunch on board and sail to Esna. Dinner and overnight at the cruise.
Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 8
Nile Cruise – Karnak – Luxor Temples    

2 Stops

1

Luxor & Karnak Temple

Transfer to the East Bank of Luxor. Proceed to the most important and most sacred of the sites, the Temple of Luxor. It was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well-known king Ramses II. The temple was conceived as a remote southern annex to the temple of Karnak, at a distance of about 3 km from it. Hence, it faces the Karnak Temple, and was connected to it by a long processional avenue, flanked by rows of sphinxes on either side. Have a wonderful tour to Karnak Temples, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, which is the melting pot of religion and politics.

3 hours

2

Nile Cruise

Return to the cruise for lunch. Enjoy the farewell dinner and overnight onboard.
Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 9
Disembarkation – Fly Back to Cairo – Abdeen Palace – Baron Palace– Cairo Tower – Cairo Hotel    

4 Stops

1

Cairo Airport

Breakfast onboard and disembarkation. Then transfer to Luxor airport and fly back to Cairo.

1 hour

2

Abdeen Palace

Back to Cairo with your guide, visit Abdeen Palace which was designed by Egyptian, Turkish, Italian, and French architects. Khedive Ismail was in charge of its construction. The Museum of Abdeen also houses a collection of ancient weaponry and outstanding decorations received by notable figures and the Egyptian royal family.

1 hour

3

Baron Palace

Then Baron Empain Palace in Heliopolis District is now officially open for visits. The breath-taking palace witnessed a comprehensive restoration process to return to its original state when it was established in the 19th century.

1 hour

4

Cairo Tower

Head to Cairo Tower located in the Zamalek district on Gezira Island in the River Nile. It is best known for its observation deck and the revolving restaurant which sits on the top of the tower. Some visitors have commented that better cuisine can be found in many restaurants throughout Cairo, but the undeniable truth is that no other restaurant can offer its diners the same sort of views. The restaurant slowly rotates, completing one rotation every 70 minutes. Drive to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.

2 hours

5* Mena House Hotel
Breakfast

Day 10
Cairo – Saqqara – Memphis - Great Pyramids & Sphinx – Cairo    

3 Stops

1

Saqqara

After breakfast, we start the tour transferring to the Step Pyramid of Zoser, built 2630 BC, it is considered to be the oldest major stone structure worldwide.

1 hour

2

Memphis

Then to Memphis that was once the first capital of Egypt and the centre of rule and culture for more than 3000 years founded by King Menes. You will also get to see the statue of king Ramses the 2nd.

1 hour

3

Pyramids & Sphinx

We continue to the Giza Pyramids. Khufu's pyramid is the northernmost and largest of the three. In classical antiquity it was considered as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and is the only one to have survived. Khephren's monument can be easily identified by the casing stones that still cling to its pointed top. The much smaller pyramid of Mycerinus had not been completed by the time of the king's death. Its intended granite revetment was only partially applied. The Great Sphinx is part of the funerary complex of Khephren. Its impressive leonine body with the royal head is sculpted in an outcrop of the native limestone. Part of the face, including the nose, has been deliberately damaged. Drive back to you hotel and overnight.

3 hours

5* Mena House Hotel
Breakfast

Day 11
Cairo – Egyptian Museum – Manial Palace – El Khalili Bazaar – Cairo    

3 Stops

1

Egyptian Museum

Morning time, we visit the Egyptian museum of Antiquities, which houses the world’s largest, most precious, and rare collection of genuine artifacts, over 250,000 piece are displayed dating back to 5000 years including an exhibit of the treasure collection of king Tutankhamen that had been sealed in his tomb for more than 3500 years and undiscovered until the early 20th century.

1 hour

2

Manial Palace

Visit Manial Palace Museum by in 1875-1955 by Prince Mohamed Ali, a well preserved example of royal palaces in Egypt.

1 hour

3

El Khalili Bazaar

End the day with a visit to the busy souq of Khan El Khalil. Back to the hotel and overnight.

2 hours

5* Mena House Hotel
Breakfast

Day 12
Cairo – Citadel – National Museum of Egyptian Civilization – Cairo    

2 Stops

1

Citadel

Start the day with a visit to Salah El Din Citadel located on the spur of the Muqattam hills. It was the seat of government and home of almost all rulers of Egypt. Inside the citadel get the chance to visit the impressive Alabaster mosque of Mohamed Ali built in 1824.

2 hours

2

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

In National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, view exceptional collections including royal mummies. The museum is located in the old city of Cairo. Back to the hotel and overnight.

1 hour

5* Mena House Hotel
Breakfast

Day 13
Cairo – Cairo Airport    

1 Stop

1

Cairo Airport

At a pre-arrange time transfer to Cairo International Airport to say farewell.

1 hour

Breakfast

Inclusions


  • Transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicle in Egypt.
  • Daily mineral water during excursions.
  • Egypt Entry Visa for non-restricted nationals, full passport details must be submitted at least 7 days prior arrival.
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites.
  • Private Nile Cruise tour program with Sightseeing and English speaking guide.
  • Cataract Hotel visit with guide.
  • 04 days tours in Cairo with a professional English speaking private tour guide.
  • 1x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Le Meridien Airport Hotel.
  • 7x night accommodation of the Nile River Cruise on full board basis.
  • 4x night accommodation with breakfast in Mena House Hotel, Cairo.
  • Domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor, 02 ways, economy class seat.
  • Meet & Assist at the airport in Cairo & Luxor.
  • Internet access to your mobile phone.

Exclusions


  •  International flights.  
  •  Travel insurance. 
  •  Meals and beverage not stated. 
  •  Entrance fees to see the Pyramids from inside & the Tutankhamun Tomb in the Kings' Valley.  
  •  Departure taxes from airports International departure about 25 USD$ per person, Domestic departure about 05 USD$ per person. 
  •  Tips, portage and personal expenses. 
  •  Others not mentioned in the inclusions 

Practical Info


- The cruise schedule may be changed in sequence due to navigational circumstances; mentioned attractions will all be visited.
- The triple room in Egypt is a double room + extra bed or sofa bed.
- Official check in time at hotels 15:00 – check out time at hotels 12:00.
- Breakfast at hotels is served in the main restaurant.
- The driver/tour guide escorts you according to the booked itinerary, he is not 24/7 at your disposal. For any extra activity or extra use of vehicle, there is a supplement.
- In case of arrival or departure on different flights, there is a supplement for each extra transfer.
- All guides in Egypt is licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in Egypt and not part of our team.
- Passengers must hold a valid passport for 06 months after departure date from Egypt.
- Vaccinated passengers can only travel to Egypt 14 days after taking 2 doses of vaccine.
- All hotel room quoted in the price are all standard. We can give supplement for the upgrade of room if requested.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and depending on season pack sun protection.
- To respect the local culture please cover shoulders and knees.

How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 15 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 5% of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 41 days before departure.
• 50% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 40 to 15 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 14 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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