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Tour Overview
Discover the contrasts of modern and ancient Egypt on a 15-day Premium adventure. Beginning and ending in Egypt’s capital, Cairo, gaze up at the magnificent Pyramids of Giza, take a four-day cruise down the legendary Nile and explore the grand temples of Abu Simbel. Uncover the secrets of the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple and the city of Alexandria. Visit the tombs of ancient pharaohs, share meals with local families and stand in awe of gigantic, rock-cut statues. Accompanied by a local Egyptologist leader, learn about the mystery and beauty of these ancient lands.
Trip Code: XEPE
Start
Cairo
End
Cairo
Destination
Egypt
Meals
14 breakfasts, 7 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat, Felucca
Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (10 nights), Feature Stay (4 nights)
Days
15
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Premiumi
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Spend four nights in your Feature Stay riverboat on the Nile. Cruise up the river in comfort, see ancient temples and watch local life unfold along the riverbank as you get to the heart of each destination.
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Discover the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Island, Karnak Temple complex, the ancient city of Alexandria, the battle site of El Alamein and the many sides of Cairo.
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Get beneath the surface of this endlessly fascinating country as you travel with a local Egyptologist leader, learn about Nubian life during an evening at a family home and stop in for a traditional dinner with a local family in Cairo.
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Take your time exploring Abu Simbel with an overnight stay, discovering this magnificent monument carved out of the mountainside with fewer crowds, followed by a Signature Experience – an incredible sound and light show.
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Enjoy unforgettable Signature Experiences, including dinner in a family’s home in Cairo, a visit to Egypt’s only waterfall, an exploration of dinosaur fossils in Fayoum and sunset drinks aboard a traditional felucca.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
14 breakfasts, 7 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat, Felucca
Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (10 nights), Feature Stay (4 nights)
Included activities
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Cairo - Welcome Dinner
- Cairo - Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Cairo - Grand Egyptian Museum
- Alexandria - Wadi El Natron monasteries
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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