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BEST OF EGYPT |
Sakkara Necropolis-3 Vast Pyramids-Luxor-Esna-Edfu-Kom Ombo-Aswan-Valley of the Kings-Colossi of Memnon-Temple of Queen Hatshepsut-Luxor Temple-Karnak Temple-East & West Bank-Philae Temple
3 NIGHTS CAIRO , 7 NIGHTS NILE CRUISE , 11 DAYS |
| ITINERARY |
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| Day 1 |
Cairo Arrival
Arrive at Cairo airport and meet with your transferman for assistance through customs and baggage claim. Transfer to your hotel. Stay overnight in Cairo.
(No meals)
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| Day 2 |
Full Day Pyramids Tour
Today you will set out on a full day tour of the pyramids. Visit the vast Necropolis of Saqqara, including tombs from all periods of Egyptian history. The highlight of the tour is undoubtedly the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the first stone structure to appear in the world. In the afternoon, we continue with our visit to the three Pyramids, Valley Temple and Sphinx of Giza, the world’s oldest tourist attractions. At the end of the day you will be returned to your hotel. Stay overnight in Cairo.
(Breakfast & Lunch)
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| Day 3 |
Cairo - Luxor (flight)
Today you will be transferred to Cairo airport for your 1 hour flight to Luxor. Arrive in Luxor and transfer to your Nile cruiser for embarkation. Enjoy an unforgettable day of sightseeing when you discover the East & West Bank of Luxor. We begin firstly with the East Bank to visit the Luxor Temple built by Amenophis III and the Karnak Temple. We then cross to the West Bank to explore the Necropolis of Thebes, Valley of the Kings, temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Stay overnight in Luxor.
All meals are included while on board cruiser.
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| Day 4 |
Luxor - Esna - Edfu
Today we make sail to Esna & cross the lock. Lunch on board. Sail to Edfu & overnight.
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| Day 5 |
Edfu - Kom Ombo
This morning our visits begins firstly with a visit to the Temple of Horus, a beautiful Egyptian temple distinguished by its huge splendid structure that blends Pharaonic and Greek architecture. Enjoy lunch on board whilst sailing to Kom Ombo. Overnight in Kom Ombo.
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Kom Ombo - Aswan
This morning we set off to explore the temple shared by the two Gods, Sobek and Haroeris. We continue sailing through to Aswan. Upon our arrival in Aswan we tour the Philae Temple, dedicated to Goddess Isis and enjoy a felucca boat ride around Elephantine Island and the botanical gardens. Overnight in Aswan.
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| Day 7 |
Aswan
Take the opportunity today to visit one of the most intriguing monuments in Egypt. An optional excursion to Abu Simbel will take you to possibly the most astounding peice of Pharoanic Egyptian architecture, 180km south of Aswan on the shores of Lake Nasser. Overnight on board in Aswan.
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| Day 8 |
Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu - Esna
Today we being our return sail to Luxor via Kom Ombo, Edfu and Esna. Overnight in Esna.
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| Day 9 |
Esna - Luxor
We arrive in Luxor. Take the optional excursion for the opportunity to visit the Luxor Museum (50 USD per person). Overnight on board in Luxor.
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| Day 10 |
Luxor - Cairo (flight)
After breakfast you will disembark from your Nile cruiser. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel. Stay overnight in Cairo.
(Breakfast)
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| Day 11 |
Departure
After breakfast you will be transferred by private air conditioned vehicle to the airport and be assisted through airport formalities for your international departure flight. The end of the services.
(Breakfast)
Our tours are GUARANTEED to depart EVERY TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY, SATURDAY. To serve you better, tours are operated in small groups of 1 to 6 persons. For group requests of 8 people or more you will receive our special group discount. |
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| WHAT'S INCLUDED |
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3 nights Cairo accommodation in 4 or 5 star hotels including breakfast. |
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7 nights on 5 star Nile Cruise including all meals, guidance & accommodation. |
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All domestic taxes&fees, there are no hidden costs. |
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All meals mentioned in the itinerary. |
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All sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary including, transportation, guidance & entrance fees. |
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All transfers mentioned in the itinerary. |
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Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Luxor (return). |
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| WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED |
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Any drinks with meals. |
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Any international airfares. |
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Any medical services. |
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Any tips to the guide, driver or staff at hotels/restaurants or on cruise. |
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Items of a personal nature. |
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Visa to Egypt (if needed). |
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