Footsteps of the Pharaohs

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Great Pharaohs, Gods and Goddesses once walked these ancient lands and you will too when you embark on this mesmerizing journey from Cairo to Aswan, to the temples of Luxor and the seaside splendor of Hurghada. Get lost in the legends of ancient civilisations, the stories of great tributes to the powerful men and women who once ruled.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Great Pharaohs, Gods and Goddesses once walked these ancient lands and you will too when you embark on this mesmerizing journey from Cairo to Aswan, to the temples of Luxor and the seaside splendor of Hurghada. Get lost in the legends of ancient civilisations, the stories of great tributes to the powerful men and women who once ruled.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityCairo
End CityCairo

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Egypt

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive Cairo

Prepare for the magic of seeing Egypt as you embark on a whirlwind journey into the ancient world, beginning in the colorful capital of Cairo. You'll want to keep your camera handy when you become more than a curious bystander while out and about exploring the largest...

Day 2: Cairo sightseeing

See the treasures of Tutankhamun this morning during a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, home of the world’s greatest collection of ancient Egyptian art. Meet the skilled artisans at a local weaving school, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Proceed to the Pyramids o...

Day 3: Cairo – Aswan – Nile Cruise

Let the dust settle in Cairo as you board your morning flight to Aswan. You’ll arrive just in time for a visit to the High Dam, built to stave the rising waters of the Nile during flooding. Admire the beautiful Egyptian architecture at the Temple of Isis in Philae bef...

Day 4: Nile cruise: Aswan – Kom-Ombo – Edfu

Catch the gaze of Ramses II this morning as you join your fellow travelers on an Optional Experience to the imposing temples of Abu Simbel, his ancient southern seat of power. You’ll see his striking seated form hewn out of solid rock not once, but four times, as he '...

Day 5: Nile cruise: Edfu – Luxor

Ancient Thebes beckons and you'll continue your Nile cruise as part of your Egypt vacation package to Luxor where this afternoon we visit the Luxor Museum, one of the best displays of antiquities in Egypt. Go back in time and see an astounding collection of archaeolog...

Day 6: Disembark – Luxor – Valley of the Kings – Hurghada

Your Nile cruise has come to an end, but there's still plenty more to see on your Egypt value tour. Today you’ll visit the Valley of the Kings for your next bout of memorable sightseeing. Explore the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known in Egypt as the 'Holy of ...

Day 7: Hurghada free day

What a treat! A full free day to soak up the sun-kissed splendor of Hurghada on your own. You could choose to pass on the sightseeing and relax at your resort guilt-free or venture out on a snorkelling tour getting up close and personal to the resident dolphins. Howev...

Day 8: Hurghada – Cairo

What could be better than waking up to the sounds of the seaside in Egypt? That’s exactly what you’ll be doing this morning and there's no need to hurry as you'll have time for a leisurely breakfast before taking your transfer to Cairo. The evening is yours to do as y...

Day 9: Depart Cairo

Your journey back in time to a land of powerful pharaohs has come to an end. It's been a memorable walk down ancient paths that have fascinated explorers for centuries. For now, all that remains is to say farewell to your travel companions before transferring to Cairo...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,150
Price per day$239
Last Updated: 11/8/2024
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Finish Date
Double Standard
Availability
16 Nov 2024
28 Nov 2024
$2,050
16 Nov 2024
29 Nov 2024
$2,410
18 Nov 2024
27 Nov 2024
$3,310
30 Nov 2024
12 Dec 2024
$1,850
14 Dec 2024
23 Dec 2024
$3,550
16 Dec 2024
02 Jan 2025
$3,825
19 Dec 2024
02 Jan 2025
$2,395
20 Dec 2024
31 Dec 2024
$2,295
26 Dec 2024
08 Jan 2025
$2,560
27 Dec 2024
07 Jan 2025
$2,295

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Accommodation

  • Cairo Pyramids
  • Nile Cruise
  • Pharaoh Azur Resort
  • Radisson Blu Heliopolis
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Meals Included
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
  • 5 Dinner (D)
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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