Take in the best of ancient Egypt, from the Pyramids of Giza to the exquisite temple of Dendera and Luxor's tomb strewn Valley of the Kings, combined with three days of blissful Red Sea relaxation by the beach in Hurghada.
Step into the ancient world of Egypt and discover the Great Pyramids. Experience the captivating chaos of Cairo, spend 3 nights gently floating down the river Nile in a traditional river cruise boat and have the chance to embark on a Red Sea cruise. A trip to Egypt with Contiki will ensure you have a trip to remember.
Follow the allure of the Nile, uncover complex legends, and retrace the steps of the pharaohs in ancient Egypt. Stand in awe before the iconic Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza – one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. Embark on a 7-night cruise on the Nile, the world’s longest river. In Luxor, explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, and the impressive Temple of Karnak. Partake in a special evening and dress up to join the fun at a traditional galabeya party. Take in the scenery aboard a felucca (wooden sailboat) during a scenic boat ride in Aswan. Egypt's fascinating story waits to be discovered.
The “second day” the flight is SUPER early and you have to leave the hotel at 4 am.
That was not communicated anywhere and we didn’t arrive at the hotel u til after 11 pm the night before. It made the morning very difficult!
Also, it would be helpful if there was a place by the day noting if women needed to cover shoulders/knees or men knees. When I was packing and googling, it said that at Kom Ombo (and most of the temples) it was recommended to have shoulder and knees covered, but when we got there I was told we didn’t need it. I had a lot more pants packed then I needed and that would have been helpful to know when I actually needed to wear more conservative clothing or having my hair covered.
Overall the itinerary was good. We saw a lot and had a great guide!
We were on the Steinberger cruise ship - I would not recommend that one again. Very limited. We were on Thai ship with another group from Trafalgar that paid less for the tour and we had no extras. We allowed one drink at dinner and one bottle of water.. anything more we had to pay for. They didn’t have coffee/tea available throughout the day for free. It seemed like they were nickel and diming the guests. I have been on other River cruises and unlimited water, beverages at dinner, and feee coffee/tea throughout the day in the lounge was accessible.
AdventureCruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Aswan
Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Aswan
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Appreciate the wonders of Ancient Egypt. This journey captures the rich historical legacy of Pharaonic Egypt. From Cairo we visit the pyramids of Giza and Saqqara. We fly to Aswan and enjoy a day trip to the impressive and remote Abu Simbel, before boarding our felucca boat. Sailing the Nile River by felucca is an authentic and memorable Egyptian experience, with shore excursions to the fascinating temples on the riverside. Arriving in Luxor, we visit the many beautiful temples and the tombs of the Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, Returning to Cairo, our journey comes full circle with a visit to the renowned Egyptian Museum and some last minute sightseeing and shopping in the capital.
Walking toursRiver cruise
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This solo tour will guide you through the ancient temples and World Wonders of Egypt. Begin your adventure in Cairo, the Arab World's cultural centre. Fly to Luxor and embark on a four-night Nile River cruise. You will see the ancient temples of Luxor and Karnak, the world's oldest temple complex. Explore Kom Ombo's intriguing historical sites, including the graves of Theban monarchs, ancient kings, and queens from several dynasties. Continue your journey to the Temple of Edfu, Egypt's best-preserved and second-largest ancient temple. Visit Aswan and marvel at the Phile Temple, which was erected to honour the Goddess Isis. Your journey ends in Cairo, where you can marvel at the Great Pyramids of Egypt and the Sphinx.
A value-packed adventure through ancient Egypt in 8 days. Travelling from Cairo, home of the legendary Pyramids of Giza, to Aswan with its colourful souqs and Luxor, famed for its awe-inspiring temples and incredible Valley of the Kings.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Aswan, Luxor
Cairo, Aswan, Luxor
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Take in the highlights of Egypt with your family on this 8 day tour including the legendary pyramids, Valley of the Kings, a camel ride to the medieval Monastery of St Simeon and a relaxing overnight cruise aboard a traditional Nile felucca. Available to families with teens and pre-teens aged 10 years and above.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Elephantine
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Elephantine Island, Nile Felucca
Capture the very best of Egypt on this eight-day adventure through the fascinating cities of Cairo, Aswan and Luxor. Get up close to the mighty pyramids of Giza, share a homecooked meal in Cairo, discover the fascinating tombs of ancient pharaohs and watch daily life flow by as you cruise in style along the River Nile. Let an experienced guide bring the captivating stories of this time gone by to life, as you immerse yourself in the history, grandeur and culture of ancient Egypt, without forgoing modern comforts.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Nile
Cairo, Nile
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Uncover the wonders of ancient Egypt on this 10-day journey from Cairo and back. Kick off in Cairo and visit the phenomenal Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then head south to Aswan and the temple of Philae before cruising the Nile in style to Kom Ombo and Luxor. Other highlights include the necropolis of Saqqara, Philae Temple, the sprawling Karnak complex, and the legendary Valley of the Kings. With optional visits to Abu Simbel and Luxor Temple, there’s history around every corner.