11 Days Cairo, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada Vacation
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Duration:
11 Days
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Overview:
Immerse yourself in the magical city of Cairo for a wonderful 5-day adventure, visiting the Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and Old Cairo among others! Marvel at the amazing pyramids in the distance, while the busy markets fill the air with their lively energy. Enjoy the city’s fascinating history and discover its ancient wonders that come to life at every corner, leaving you amazed and enchanted.
Included/Excluded
- Meeting Services By Our Representatives At The Airports Upon Arrival And During Your Departure
- Three nights’ Accommodation on board the Nile Cruise based on FULL Board.
- Accommodation For 4 Nights At Cairo Hotel Including a Bed And Breakfast
- Accommodation For 3 Nights At Hurghada Hotel, full board
- Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Aswan and from Hurghada to Cairo
- A Deluxe Vehicle Provides Transportation Services.
- A fully certified Expert guide will accompany you on all excursions
- The price of your cruise is inclusive of all taxes, service charges, etc.
- Entry Visa to Egypt.
- International flight tickets.
- Entrance fees to all the indicated sites.
- Tipping to “Company Representatives, Guide, Driver, etc.”
- Any optional tours may be required.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1- Arrival to Cairo
- Our representative will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport. You will be transferred to the hotel in a private, air-conditioned car. You have a free night to spend at the hotel, depending on your arrival time.
Day 2- Giza Pyramids & Saqqara
- A tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo after your breakfast for an exciting excursion to the Giza Pyramids. You will visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, followed by a visit to the Valley Temple and the Great Sphinx, and have the chance to take some photos close to them.
- After that, you will head to Saqqara, one of the most significant ancient sites in Egypt. You will see the Step Pyramid Complex and the Pyramid of King Djoser, which is the world's first structure built from six stone foundations piled on top of one another. You will also be able to enter the inside of the Pyramid of Teti.
- Finally, we will take you back to your hotel in Cairo, where you can spend the night.
Day 3- Cairo City Tour
- You will have a full-day tour after breakfast at the hotel. You will visit the Egyptian Museum, where you can explore many artifacts from ancient pharaohs and see King Tutankhamun's golden mask. The museum has thousands of artifacts to discover, so take your time exploring the different rooms and galleries.
- Afterward, you will be escorted to the Citadel of Saladin, a fortress built between 1176 and 1183 AD to protect Cairo from the Crusaders. Muhammad Ali Pasha renovated the fortress, and his mosque inside the Citadel is a "must-see."
- Before returning to your hotel, you will have the chance to visit Khan El-Khalili, Cairo's ancient market, and get some souvenirs.
Day 4- Fly to Aswan - Nile Cruise
- We will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo and take you to the airport for your flight to Aswan. Once you arrive, we will transfer you to your cruise and check you in.
- Our first stop will be the Phiala Temple, which was built in the traditional Egyptian style and dedicated to the goddess Isis. It was constructed around 690 BC and was one of the last places where the goddess was worshipped.
- Next, the lunch will be provided on the cruise, and you can choose to visit the Nubian village if you like as an optional excursion.
- Dinner and overnight stay will be on board the cruise.
Day 5: Abu Simbel Temples optional / Kom Ombo Temple
- Breakfast onboard the cruise ship or optional tour: You will leave for the Abu Simbel Temples very early, so instead of having breakfast on board your cruise, you will be issued with a breakfast box to eat along the way. The temples are located approximately 3 hours away from Aswan, but the drive is definitely worth it.
- These magnificent rock-cut temples were built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II and were meant to be lasting monuments for him and his wife, Queen Nefertari.
- Once the temple tour is complete, you will be driven back to the cruise ship which will set sail for Kom Ombo. Here, you will have the opportunity to see Kom Ombo Temple, an ancient temple that was dedicated to two different gods. One half was dedicated to Sobek, while the other half was dedicated to Horus, so the temple is unique in that it consists of two identical halves.
- As you sail towards Edfu, enjoy a delicious Lunch onboard the boat, and spend the afternoon as you wish. Dinner is served at the usual time, and you will spend this night on the Nile at Edfu.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 6 – Edfu Temple and Cruise to Luxor
- Enjoy another good breakfast on the boat, and then you will be taken to see the ancient Temple of Edfu. This temple was buried under the sand for more than 2,000. Because of this, it is now Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temple.
- Once you have explored the temple, return to the ship, and sail to Luxor. On the east bank of Luxor where you will be accompanied by an Egyptologist guide to visit the Karnak Temples, the greatest example of worship in history and was dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu. It was constructed from the beginning of the Middle Kingdom to the Graeco-Roman Kingdom.
- Then move to Luxor Temple, built by Amunhotep III in the 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom and completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty. The temple is a testament to the incredible engineering and architectural skills of ancient Egyptians.
- In the evening there will be an authentic Egyptian Belly Dance Show on board the cruise ship.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 7- Nile Cruise: Luxor West Bank:
- In the early morning, you can take an optional hot air balloon ride over the mesmerizing landscape of the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, and the Mountain of the Nobles. The duration of this incredible flight is approximately 30 to 45 minutes, depending on weather conditions.
- Then. You'll start by exploring the wet bank of Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, which is where the tombs of our ancestors are located. This area is believed to be the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt.
- Next, you'll visit the Queen Hatshepsut Temple in Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered one of the most beautiful examples of ancient Egyptian architecture because it was entirely carved out of the mountain.
- After that, you'll see the Colossi of Memnon, which are two massive statues of King Amenhotep III. These statues are over 3,000 years old and are a sight to behold.
- Once you've finished your excursion, you will travel to Hurghada in a private air-conditioned vehicle, which will take approximately four hours. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will check in and spend the night in Hurghada.
Day 8 – Free day in Hurghada
- Breakfast. Free day.
- (Optional activity) A Toyota land cruiser 4x4 WD will pick you up from your Hurghada hotel. Then, you will travel 35 km through Egypt's Eastern Desert to a Bedouin village for a tour of their way of life and customs. You will ride a camel and enjoy a barbecue dinner, mineral water, and soft drinks while driving back to your Hurghada hotel under the stars.
- Spend the night at Hurghada.
Day 9 – Free day in Hurghada
- Breakfast. Free day.
- (Optional activity) Our representative will pick you up from your Hurghada hotel and take you on an amazing snorkeling trip on the stunning Red Sea. We'll snorkel in various locations with lots of coral and gorgeous colorful fish, and you'll even get to swim with dolphins! You can also enjoy water sports on Giftun Island and the national park, as well as an open buffet lunch on the cruise. After that, we'll head back to the jetty and be transferred to your Hurghada hotel.
- Spend the night at Hurghada.
Day 10 – Flight back to Cairo.
- After you check out of your hotel, a representative from our company will drive you to the Hurghada airport to catch your flight back to Cairo. You'll transfer to your accommodation after arriving in Cairo.
- Spend the night in Cairo.
Day 11 – Final Departure.
- After breakfast, check out. We'll send someone to pick you up. Proceed to the international airport in Cairo for your ultimate departure.
- You will receive the final confirmation via email, once you have submitted your booking. Kindly keep an eye on your inbox for the confirmation details.
- No payment will be deducted from your account until you have received the confirmation email. We value your satisfaction and will only proceed with charging your account once the confirmation has been successfully sent.
- Please note that only 30% of the total amount will be deducted online as a deposit. The remaining balance will be paid in cash upon your arrival to Egypt in either Dollars or Euros.
- The duration of each daily tour is approximately 8 hours, while the half-day tour typically lasts around 4 hours. Please be advised that if the tour exceeds these time ranges, additional charges may apply.
- After receiving the confirmation email, one of our representatives will promptly reach out to you to confirm the departure point and time. We understand the importance of accurate information and ensuring a smooth experience for you.
- Tipping is not included in any of our packages and leaves to the discretion of the travelers. Although not mandatory, it is of great importance to people who will take care of you while traveling.
- For private tours, some fees may be applied, to know more please contact us. We are more than happy to provide you with all the necessary details and assist you in customizing your private tour according to your preferences.
- For any other assistance or inquiry before and after booking please don’t hesitate to reach us via WhatsApp or email.
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1 review for 11 Days Cairo, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada Vacation
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Muchas Gracias Marca Tours por esa linda experiencia en Egipto.
January 9, 2024
| Min - Max (Persons) | Adult Price | Children Price | Babies Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - 1 | $1,898.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| 2 - 2 | $1,369.00 | $684.50 | $0.00 |
| 3 - 4 | $1,359.00 | $679.50 | $0.00 |
| 5 - 10 | $1,319.00 | $659.50 | $0.00 |
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