Explore the legacy of the pharaohs as you discover the secrets of the great pyramids, the brilliant Tutankhamen exhibits. Cruise slowly to the off-beaten temples of Hathor at Dendera and Seti I at Abydos and to Upper Egypt; admire the beauty of the tombs and temples along the Nile.
Arrive to Cairo, North Africa’s largest city. Upon arrival to Cairo International Airport, you will be met by Misr Travel tour manager who will issue your entry visa (included) and escort you through customs and immigration. Transfer from the airport to hotel by private air conditioned deluxe coach.
After check-in you are free to spend the rest of the day/evening at your leisure.
Accommodation: Stay for 2 nights at Cairo Marriott Hotel ( Nile view )
Meals: None
Meet your guide and head to Giza plateau to explore the great pyramid of Cheops,Chephren and Mykerinus. Ride on camel back or horse carriage to the valley temple and the enigmatic Sphinx,Visit the Solar Boat Museum, where you find the 142-feet-long funerary barge of Cheops. Stop for lunch at local restaurant, before heading to the stunning Egyptian Museum, home of the most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts in the world, including the priceless treasures of King Tutankhamen, Egypt's most famous teenage king. View its famed Royal Mummy room, where nine mummified bodies of ancient royals can be seen on display including Ramses II.
Continue to the Coptic Cairo to Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary and Ben Ezra synagogue. Next, stroll in Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, a bustling souk in the city’s old district.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transfer to Cairo airport for short flight to Luxor, " the world's greatest open air museum" .Meet upon arrival and transfer to board your luxury Nile cruise. Lunch will be served on-board as you sail to Quina before proceeding to the stunning Temple of Hathor at Dendera. Hathor is an Ancient Egyptian goddess who personified the principles of joy, feminine love. Overnight in Quina.
Accommodation: Stay for 6 nights on board of the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise (Luxury cabin)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive north in the company of your Expert guide to Abydos, The stunning temple of Seti I and home of “The Cult of Osiris”. It was believed to be the place where Osiris was buried. The paintings of the Osiris Temple at Abydos are among the most beautifully preserved in Egypt and it contains an inscription of the kings list. Lunch will be served on the Oberoi Philae as you sail back to Luxor. Late this afternoon, visit Luxor Museum, to admire the objects that were found in the tombs of Tutankhamen (horse-carriage, weapons as well as several exhibits).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After lunch aboard, begin your Luxor sightseeing with a visit to the monumental temple complex at Karnak. Walk through this extraordinary open-air museum and into the Great open court, into the Great Hypostyle hall of 134 columns towering above you like an ancient forest. Continue to the stiking temple of Luxor via 2 kilometers avenues of sphinxes, the royal processional path for the annual Opet religious festival . Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin your day of exploring with a journey to the famed location of over 64 tombs for pharaohs and nobles on the West Bank of the Nile. First visit the famed tombs in the valley of the kings to explore the beauty and mystery of king Tutankhamen Tomb, continue to Ramses "The Sixth" tomb and discover the most stunning decorations, represent the origins of the heavens, earth, the creation of the sun, light and life itself. Drive to the famed rock-cut temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s only female ruler. The tour also includes stop for photo at the huge colossi of Memnon, impressive statues of Amenhotep III. Sail south to Edfu via Esna lock.
Overnight: Esna
Enjoy the cool Nile to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus the falcon–headed sun god.This is one of the most beautifully preserved temples surviving from the age of the pharaohs. Continue to Kom Ombo to visit the temple uniquely dedicated to two gods – Horus the Elder and the crocodile headed Sobek. In fact, crocodiles were kept in the temple and some mummified remains are on show. Overnight: Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board, begin your Aswan sightseeing with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, then continue with a motorboat trip to the Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis of beautiful Philae Island ,world UNESCO heritage.The temple was dismantled and recollected when the High Dam was built 1960. After lunch on board, proceed your tour into the history and culture of Nubia. The Nubian museum is established in partnership with Unesco to save the monuments and heritage of the Nubian people from the flooding of Lake Nasser when the High Dam was built in the 1960.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Disembark from your Philae cruise after breakfast, free at leisure. Alternatively ,meet your guide for optional tour to Abu Simbel World UNESCO heritage site , to see the impressive twin temples of Ramses II and his wife Queen Nefertari .The two rock temples of Abu Simbel were constructed and dedicated to the King Ramses II and are an incredible sight to behold. The entire site was disassembled and moved to its current location to save it from the floodwaters caused by the High Dam of Aswan. Return to Aswan airport for the flight back to Cairo. Meet and transfer to the hotel for an evening at leisure ..
Accommodation: Stay for 1 night at Le Meridien Cairo Airport
Meal Plan : Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer in a private vehicle with Misr travel tour manager and check-in for your onward flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Egypt entry visa fees .
Private Tour guide for all excursions in Cairo.
Joining English Speaking Guide during the Cruise excursions.
Travel with peace of mind knowing baggage handling, hotels and restaurants tips are included.
Accommodation and sightseeing as described (including local taxes).
Meals as listed in the itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Bottle of Water in vehicle during transfers and sightseeing.
Domestic flights in Economy class (Cairo/ Luxor) and (Aswan /Cairo).
All ground transportation and transfers in private deluxe vehicle including.
Meet and assist services on arrival and departure at Cairo Airport.
All excursions entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
International Flight Tickets.
Tipping. (For guides, drivers and Nile cruise crew etc,-).
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Prices:
- Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip and valid till April 30.2018, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.
- Tour prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
- A 25 % deposit per person is required to confirm your booking.
- Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Air prices are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received.
- Full payment is due 8 weeks before the tour departure
- We charged no credit card fees or hidden surcharges.
- Prices are inclusive Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing, Meals as indicated and internal flights.
Solo traveler:
Accommodation is based on twin/triple share, so if you’re travelling on your own (independently) and would prefer your own space our Solo Sleeper Option is available as indicated in tour prices. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early.
Single supplement:
This option is available for those who prefer travelling with others but prefer single accommodation. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early
Important Notes:
We highly recommend you book this trip as early as possible, preferably 60 days prior to departure. Reservations received within 30 days will be on request and subject to availability of en-route accommodation.
For full terms and conditions, please click here (Booking Conditions page).
Per Person From $ 3115.00
Duration 10 Days / 09 Nights
Tour Type Egypt Luxury Tours
Explore the legacy of the pharaohs as you discover the secrets of the great pyramids, the brilliant Tutankhamen exhibits. Cruise slowly to the off-beaten temples of Hathor at Dendera and Seti I at Abydos and to Upper Egypt; admire the beauty of the tombs and temples along the Nile.