Overview
Egypt, where cultural treasures await at every turn. Begin your adventure in Cairo, where the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx stand tall against the desert backdrop. Immerse yourself in history at the Egyptian Museum, home to countless artifacts spanning millennia. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Khan El Khalili, Cairo's bustling bazaar filled with spices, textiles, and souvenirs. Then, set sail on a serene Nile cruise from Luxor, stopping at Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo to explore ancient temples and picturesque landscapes.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative welcomes you and assists you through the immigration process. Modern air-conditioned coaches take you to your hotel in Cairo. Your representative will ensure a smooth hotel check-in. Overnight at the hotel in Cairo.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel then start a full day guided tour to visit one of the Seven Wonders The Great Pyramids of Giza; (Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus) were reckoned by the Greeks to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A single pyramid is built with 2.300.000 blocks, each weighing an average of two and a half tones. In the face of such immensity, one cannot help but feel the wonder and awe that so many writers and artists have sought to convey over the centuries. The Cheops Pyramid is more interesting, because its interior burial chambers are open for inspection by the public. Not far from the Pyramids is the Great Sphinx of Giza, which dates from the time of Chephren (2620 BC). Hewn from natural yellowish limestone and standing 65 feet-high and 187 feet-long, this unforgettable statue combines the head of a Pharaoh with a lion’s body. A quick visit to papyrus institute or a perfume shop can be arranged after the visit. Then drive to the hotel to refresh & check out.
Lunch will be served in an oriental/Indian/Chinese restaurant (not included) and then drive to the Egyptian Museum for another unforgettable tour. Egyptian Museum; was established by the Egyptian government in 1835. The present museum building was built in 1900, in the new classical style by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon. The museum exhibited collections now exceed 120,000 objects ranges from pre-historic era to the Greco Roman period. It has 107 halls, and the ground floor houses huge statues. The upper floor houses small statues, jewels, Tutankhamen treasures. The museum also comprises of a photography section and large library. After the visit of the museum a short drive through the downtown will take you to Khan El Khalili bazaars; which is one of the most famous worldwide with its amazing narrow alleyways. The visitor can discover small restaurants and workaday cafes where Egyptians & non-Egyptians come to smoke water pipes and enjoy some of the traditional Egyptian drinks in the cafes scattered around the area. Drive back to your hotel & overnight in Cairo.
Optional tour can be booked to enjoy the spectacular sound & light show by the Pyramids.
Breakfast in the hotel, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Meet & assist, and transfer to the Nile cruise. Check-In. Lunch on board. Visit East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples). Dinner on board & overnight in Luxor.
Breakfast on board. Visit West Bank - Valley of the Kings, and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Lunch on board. Sailing to Edfu via Esna. Dinner on board & overnight in Edfu.
Breakfast on board. Visit Horus Temple in Edfu. Sailing to Kom Ombo. Lunch on board. Visit the Temple shared by two gods Sobek & Haeroris in Kom Ombo. Sailing to Aswan. Dinner on board & overnight in Aswan.
Breakfast on board. Visit the High Dam, the Temple of Philae. Lunch on board. Felucca on the Nile around Kitchener island. Dinner on board & overnight in Aswan.
Disembarkation after breakfast, and transfer to Aswan or Aswan airport for a flight takes you to Cairo. Transfer from Cairo airport to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Evening at leisure whereby an optional tour can be booked to enjoy your dinner & Cairo by night while cruising the Nile & watching the folkloric show.
Breakfast in the hotel, and check out. Transfer to Cairo international airport for your final flight back home.
Inclusions
- Meet & assist at Cairo, Luxor & Aswan Airports.
- 03 nights’ accommodation in Cairo.
- 04 nights’ accommodation onboard Nile cruise based on FB (food only & no beverages).
- The great Pyramids of Giza, The Cheops Pyramid, Great Sphinx of Giza, Egyptian Museum- Cairo, Khan El Khalili bazaars.
- Philae Temple, unfinished obelisk, High Dam & felucca sailing – Aswan.
- Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo temples- While sailing.
- Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo temples- While sailing.
- Daily breakfast.
- 1 Bottled cold water during the tours in Cairo.
- All transfers from / to airports in a/c vehicles on private basis.
- Private full day tour to visit the Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian museum & Khan El Khalili bazaars with entrance fees.
Exclusions
- Airfare.
- Visa.
- TCS & GST 5%
- Any item of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone calls.
Payment Policy
- If booking is 30 days in advance from the travel date: Advance of 15% of the package cost required
- If booking is between 30 days to 15 days in advance from the travel date: Advance of 30% of the package cost is required
- If travel is within 15 days of the travel date: We will require 100% payment.
Cancellation Policy
- If booking is 15 days before the travel date: 100% refund for Domestic Packages.
- if booking is 30 days before the travel date: 100% refund for International Packages.
- Between 30 days to 15 date before the travel date 10% of the total cost will be deducted on International Packages.
- Between 15 days to 1 Day before the travel date: 100% cancellation on Domestic & International Packages.