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Awaken your inner explorer on this expedition through the lush river valleys and golden desert landscapes of Egypt. Cruise the Nile past the pharaonic temples of Luxor to the Nubian treasures of Aswan. Your voyage will also take you to the mystical Pyramids of Giza, Tomb of the Nobles and the Sphinx.
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Fly to Luxor this morning and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship for dinner.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Nile Cruise: MS Miriam, MS Medea or MS Sapphire (or similar cruise ship)
Listen to voices of ancient kings, queens and gods as they share stories about the places you’ll see in the Temple during a walking tour, followed by a show around the Divine Lake. This show is operated in Karnak Temple in Luxor during the evening, lasting for just under an hour.
Adult Price: $47.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 3
A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings
Journey to the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt's Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo
Sail upstream to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Tour the Temple of Kom-Ombo. Donning our galabeas, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on board this evening.
Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener's Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid bedrock.
This four-hour excursion includes a flight to Abu Simbel, site of the Temple of Ramses II with his four great statues. You’ll also see statues of Queen Nefertari on the facade of the Temple of Hathor. 75 minutes will be spent at Abu Simbel - the remainder will be travel time. This price is subject to Airline fluctuations, hence the recent increase.
Adult Price: $341.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Traditional Nubian Village Visit
We'll take a motorboat along the Nile, passing by rocky formations and islands which are nature reserves. Arriving at a riverside Nubian Village, you'll see the traditional way of life and visit one of the typical houses.
Adult Price: $30.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Philae Temple Sound And Light Performance
Join us for a short boat ride to Philae Island, located between the old and new Aswan Dams, where you’ll have a short tour. We’ll then seat you in a Roman style theatre for a retelling of the perennial Nile flood, and of the goddesses Isis and Hathor, to whose worship the temple was originally dedicated. Approx 50 mins.
Adult Price: $47.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 6
Disembark and fly to Cairo
Enjoy a day at leisure or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the Sun Temple of Abu Simbel before flying back to Cairo this afternoon.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Ramses Hilton
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 7
Discover Colourful Cairo
Embark on a sightseeing tour through the cacophony of Cairo's busy streets. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary and the Sultan Hassan Mosque in Old Cairo. This afternoon, Dive Into Culture and see the ancient Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque and Tutankhamun's priceless treasures at the Egyptian Museum.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Dinner, Belly Dancing And Nile Cruise
Join us for a two hour cruise along the Nile river on a luxurious ship. You’ll be treated to dinner onboard and be entertained with a belly dancing show. During Ramadan there will be no alcohol or belly dancers.
Adult Price: $75.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 8
Admire the Wonders of Giza
The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures - the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Sakkara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Enjoy some free time this evening or consider joining a Nile dinner cruise.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Sound And Light Amongst The Pyramids
Take an unforgettable trip to the marvellous site of the Pyramids and Sphinx, illuminated against the night sky, where you'll hear the story of the ancient days of the Pharaohs accompanied by a haunting musical score.
Adult Price: $47.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 9
Farewell Cairo
Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Optional Experience
Full Day Alexandria (Designed For Those Visitors With Extra Pre Or Post Trip Nights In Cairo)
Join us for a visit to Egypt's second city, Alexandria. You’ll see its nineteenth-century architecture and stop at the National Museum, the catacombs of Kom es-Shoqafa and Pompey's Pillar. You'll also enjoy great views from Fort Qaitbey, and stop at the Roman Theatre with its marble seating before returning to Cairo. This Optional experience is priced at $132 per person when there are two or more participants. If there is only one participant the cost is $264 per person.
Adult Price: $132.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All optional experiences for this trip
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Available on day 2
Sound And Light Show At Karnak Temple
Listen to voices of ancient kings, queens and gods as they share stories about the places you’ll see in the Temple during a walking tour, followed by a show around the Divine Lake. This show is operated in Karnak Temple in Luxor during the evening, lasting for just under an hour.
Adult Price: $47.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 5
Abu Simbel Adventure
This four-hour excursion includes a flight to Abu Simbel, site of the Temple of Ramses II with his four great statues. You’ll also see statues of Queen Nefertari on the facade of the Temple of Hathor. 75 minutes will be spent at Abu Simbel - the remainder will be travel time. This price is subject to Airline fluctuations, hence the recent increase.
Adult Price: $341.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 5
Traditional Nubian Village Visit
We'll take a motorboat along the Nile, passing by rocky formations and islands which are nature reserves. Arriving at a riverside Nubian Village, you'll see the traditional way of life and visit one of the typical houses.
Adult Price: $30.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 5
Philae Temple Sound And Light Performance
Join us for a short boat ride to Philae Island, located between the old and new Aswan Dams, where you’ll have a short tour. We’ll then seat you in a Roman style theatre for a retelling of the perennial Nile flood, and of the goddesses Isis and Hathor, to whose worship the temple was originally dedicated. Approx 50 mins.
Adult Price: $47.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 7
Dinner, Belly Dancing And Nile Cruise
Join us for a two hour cruise along the Nile river on a luxurious ship. You’ll be treated to dinner onboard and be entertained with a belly dancing show. During Ramadan there will be no alcohol or belly dancers.
Adult Price: $75.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 8
Sound And Light Amongst The Pyramids
Take an unforgettable trip to the marvellous site of the Pyramids and Sphinx, illuminated against the night sky, where you'll hear the story of the ancient days of the Pharaohs accompanied by a haunting musical score.
Adult Price: $47.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 9
Full Day Alexandria (Designed For Those Visitors With Extra Pre Or Post Trip Nights In Cairo)
Join us for a visit to Egypt's second city, Alexandria. You’ll see its nineteenth-century architecture and stop at the National Museum, the catacombs of Kom es-Shoqafa and Pompey's Pillar. You'll also enjoy great views from Fort Qaitbey, and stop at the Roman Theatre with its marble seating before returning to Cairo. This Optional experience is priced at $132 per person when there are two or more participants. If there is only one participant the cost is $264 per person.
Adult Price: $132.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
On the banks of the Nile, join the El Boerey family for a Be My Guest experience in their village home. You will enjoy mint tea and freshly baked local bread with honey while they share stories revealing what life is like in a typical Luxor village near the ancient temples and tombs. (Day 3)
Dive Into Culture
Enjoy a visit to Cairo’s Egyptian Museum, home to a remarkable collection of Egyptian antiquities including the world-famous ‘Mask of Tutankhamun’. (Day 7)
Sightseeing highlights
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Explore Luxor and Cairo with a Local Specialist
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Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the temples of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon in Luxor, the Temple of Kom-Ombo and the temple of Isis on the island of Philae
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View the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan, the Citadel, Alabaster and Sultan Hassan Mosques in Cairo and the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx at Giza
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See the Ramses II statue and Alabaster Sphinx in Memphis and the Step Pyramid in Sakkara
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Four-night luxury Nile Cruise
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Flight from Aswan to Cairo
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Flight from Cairo to Luxor
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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Optional Experiences and free time
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Pyramids are great and temples amazing, but I believe more people would be interested in the agriculture, no wasted space, just amazing.
The tour director was very knowledgeable and gave us a wealth of information the food was great on the Nile cruise and the staff was always doing extra things for us. The places we saw were spectator in so many ways it was almost unbelievable. I am so glad I went and would recommend this trip. The bus drivers deserve a medal for driving in the streets of Cairo.
Tons of information! But to the point of exhaustion. Listening all day uses up a lot of brain energy. Our Egyptologist was a walking textbook. That said, I was in Egypt to learn. Early morning wake-up calls...usually 5:30 , 6:00 or 6:30 a.m. Would have preferred staying in Cairo at initial part of the trip. Probably would not book a trip like this again. Flying into Cairo and then out again early the next morning was tough. Stressful too if our Toronto-Cairo flight arrived late. This is called a 9 day tour. This is laughable. Day 1 ....arrive. Day 9...depart. Really??? Furthermore, the 9th day departure is not really 9th...it really is 8 1/2 as many flights, including mine, depart Cairo at 01:50 . I kept all my entrance stubs.....we went to 15 museums and temples. Although happy we did this, it was a tad ambitious. The best food was probably on the Medea. Very generous and good selection. Breads were excellent. Accomodation was good.
Our trips were well planned out and the guides were very knowledgeable on the history of Egypt. Accomidations were very nice from the hotel stays and the Nile River Cruise.
Please note: Cruise itineraries on the Nile may vary occasionally according to seasonal circumstances. Visits to sights and highlights will not be affected.
Internal Flight: Trip prices include internal airfares and are accurate as of July 2020.
Room Type: Triple rooms are not available on this trip.
Special Rate Solo Rooming: Departure 02 June 2021 will include 20 - 100% discount on our standard single supplement.
Important Visa Information: Visas are required for this trip. Please check with your Travel Agent when making your reservation to assess your requirements.
Unless otherwise stated, trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discount. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
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