Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise

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This trip includes all the well know sites you could want. Egypt is absolutely amazing and you won't be disappointed with what you see. Each attraction you visit is unique and an amazement. The accommodation is lovely and food good. Be prepared for early mornings, eg some were 2.30am! Also be prepared for lots of steps, and to fit in a lot in one day. It is exhausting but well worth it, perhaps just book a day or two to recover when you get home!

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9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Cairo, Egypt

Aswan, Egypt

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Highlights

Join an expert Egyptologist to discover ancient wonders and cruise the Nile

Marvel at the magnificent Giza pyramids and mysterious Sphinx

Uncover thousands of years of history, visiting crumbling temples and pharaoh tombs

Journey down the Nile on a stylish boat with a pool and a felucca

Discover Nubian culture in the laid-back town of Aswan

Step into the Grand Egyptian Museum and uncover the stories of Egypt’s ancient civilisation

Itinerary

Unlock the splendors of Ancient Egypt with the "Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise"—a nine-day, moderate-activity journey crafted for seniors who appreciate both comfort and cultural depth. Begin in Cairo, marveling at the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, then set sail from Luxor to Aswan, taking in riverbank life and spectacular temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo. Guided by an expert Egyptologist, this small group tour seamlessly blends ancient marvels with modern amenities, including a luxurious Nile cruise. The tour’s unique draw? A rare opportunity to experience Egypt’s legendary sites by land and water, all at a measured pace perfect for travelers seeking both insight and relaxation.

day 1Adventure begins in Cairo

Welcome to Cairo, the capital of Egypt, where the ancient and modern worlds connect seamlessly. Many flights arrive into Cairo late today, but if you arrive earlier, you may want to head to the hotel pool for a refreshing post-flight dip.
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day 2Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and Cairo's lively bazaar

day 3Discover the Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx

day 4Fly to Luxor; visit Karnak and Luxor temples. Board cruise boat; free afternoon to explore

day 5Visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon; begin Nile cruise

day 6Visit temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo; arrive in Aswan

day 7Continue Nile cruise; optional visit to Abu Simbel

day 8Disembark cruise; tour Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam; felucca down the Nile

day 9Adventure ends in Aswan

What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation: 7 Superior Comfort nights (4 Nile cruise boat, 3 hotel), 1 Comfort night (hotel)

Meals

All breakfasts, four lunches and five dinners

Transport

Immersive itinerary with all transport (minibus, cruise boat and one internal flight) and listed activitiesGroup arrival and departure transfers available

Guide

Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure

What's Excluded

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