Day 1
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Arrive Cairo Airport and transfer to hotel
Arrival to Cairo airport, our representative will be waiting you, then you will be transferred by an A/C vehicle to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo. Transfer from Cairo Airport to Hotel in Cairo or Giza - Private Basis |
Day 2
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Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian museum, Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaars Tour
Your private 6-8 hour tour begins with a fascinating introduction to each of the three Giza pyramids: Cheops, Khafre and Menakaure. You will have free time to enter one of the pyramids (additional cost), though your guide is not permitted to enter with you. A short drive to the city side of the plateau finds you standing at the feet of the Sphinx, the enigmatic symbol of Egypt. Also in Giza you may visit the Solar Boat Museum (optional), home to the remarkably well preserved funerary boat of Khufu. Cairo's famous Egyptian Museum houses 165,000 Egyptian artifacts, but the priceless treasures of King Tutankhamun are the highlight. His six gilded coffins dominate the main hall, while his magnificent death mask is the star attraction. Your guide will introduce you to the museum's most important pieces before you have free time to explore at your leisure. Continuing to Khan el Khalili bazaar, you'll enjoy free time to stroll through the maze of streets and bargain for a souvenir of your trip to Egypt. During the day you will also have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how the famous artwork is made.
Full Day Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian museum, Citadel & Khan El Khalili Bazaars Tour - Private Basis with Lunch |
Day 3
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Full Day Alexandria Tour including National Museum, Catacombs & Pompays Pillar
After being picked up from your hotel, you will travel to Alexandria. You will first visit the insides of the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, which is the largest Roman Cemetery and consists of three levels cut into rock. Next, you will drive to visit the Roman Amphitheater of Alexandria, complete with the display of the sunken monuments of Alexandria which were discovered under the East Harbor of Alexandria. You will also drive by Pompay’s Pillar, where you will stop for a photo break. Your next stop will be to the library of Alexandria, which is the biggest library in the world, consisting of 8 million books. You can visit its open court where you can see the statue of Alexander the Great and the statue of Ptolemy the first, which was found underwater nearby. You will visit the library’s manuscript museum, president Saddat Museum, and impressions of Alexandria Museum. The car will then take you to visit the church of St. Mark, the oldest church in Africa. Through your drive you will see the old downtown and the local historical architecture which has Baroque-style designs and Italian and French-style properties. You will then visit the El Nabi Daniel Mosque, which is believed by many people to be related to Alexander the Great's tomb. It is said to contain the remains of the scholar and venerated teacher Prophet Daniel, and his companion Sidi Lokman el Hakim, a religious story-teller. The car will then take you to visit the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city, the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, as well as the strangest sight outside it: an old funfair where children play on antique funfair rides and eat candy floss. Opposite is the corniche and the old harbor where you can see the old fishing boats, men fishing and traditional fishermen making nets. You will then continue to see the outside of Quaitbay Castle, which was built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The car will then take you to the gardens of Montaza. On the way you can take a 2-minute stop by the King of Mango, and drink at Alexandrian’s drive thru freshly squeezed juices. The beautiful coastline and all the views of the city are en-route to Montaza Palace and gardens which is approximately 25 kilometers away, including the old harbor of Alexandria where there are 7,000 monuments underwater. Once in Montaza Gardens, commonly known as the Love Garden, you will visit the royal gardens of King Farouk. On your way back you will stop over the famous bridge of Stanley, before traveling in comfort back to your hotel in Cairo.
Full Day Alexandria Tour including National Museum, Catacombs & Pompays Pillar - Private Basis |
Day 4
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Transfer from Cairo to Aswan (By Air) and Cruise Embarkation (Every Wednesday/Friday)
Breakfast, transfer from Hotel to Cairo Airport for domestic flight (domestic airfare not included) to Aswan. Arrive in Aswan Airport and meet and assist by our representative. Transfer from Aswan Airport to the cruise ship. Embarkation before lunch. Proceed with the visits of Aswan including the Temple of Philae and the High Dam. Optional excursion Nubian Village. Dinner on board of the cruise in Aswan. 21:00 entertainment show at Lounge Bar. Overnight on board of the cruise in Aswan. Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotel to Cairo Airport - Private Basis Transfer from Aswan Airport to Cruise Port - Private
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Day 5
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Day at Leisure
Today your day is free on cruise to explore. |
Day 6
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Day at Leisure
Today your day is free on cruise to explore. |
Day 7
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Disembarkation & Dendera Temple Tour and overnight Luxor
Breakfast. Disembarkation. Our guide will pick you up and you will be transferred by an A/C vehicle to discover the ancient sites. With some of ancient Egypt’s best-preserved artwork, Dendera Temple is a fascinating Greco-Roman site just 44 miles (70 km.) from Luxor. This half-day tour gives you the flexibility to explore at your own pace, with a private guide to tell the stories behind the colourful paintings. You’ll see a vibrant ceiling cleaned of soot, climb into the temple crypt, and follow narrow passageways onto the roof, learning about Egypt’s Ptolemaic period along the way. For your convenience, this tour includes entrance fees and round-trip transport from Luxor hotels. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Luxor. Half Day Dendera Temple Tour - Private Basis |
Day 8
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Transfer from Luxor Hotel to Airport for Departure
Breakfast at hotel and at check-out time or your schedule flight timing you will be transferred to Luxor International airport for departure. Transfer from Luxor Hotel to Airport - Private Basis |
Cairo – Ramses Hilton or similar 5-star hotel
Nile Cruise – Nile Cruise Boat or similar
Luxor – Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor Hotel and Convention Center or similar 5-star hotel