Taste of Egypt
Overview
Highlights
- Welcome to Egypt
- See the treasures of Tutankhamun’s Tomb in the Egyptian Museum; guided sightseeing, visit the Pyramids
- See Saladin’s citadel and visit the Alabaster Mosque in Old Cairo; guided visit to Sakkara, one of the most extensive archeological sites in Egypt
- Fly to Luxor; visit Karnak Temple; visit to Luxor Temple; live entertainment on board
- Valley of Kings, Valley of Queens, and the Colossi of Memnon
- Visit the Temple of Horus; lecture on board; visit the twin temples at Kom Ombo; galabeya party on board
- Sail by felucca to Kitchener Island; live entertainment on board
- Excursion to the High Dam; visit Temple of Isis and ancient granite quarries; fly to Cairo
- Guided Visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization; felucca ride; walk in the maze of shops at the famous bazaar
- Join us for an adventure to ancient Egypt, as well as its modern enjoyments on a Nile River cruise for the ages
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Itinerary

Welcome to Cairo, “Mother of the World”
Desert Sands and Secrets of the Sphinx
CLASSIC Enjoy a guided visit to the now-famous Tahrir Square and visit the Egyptian Museum. Peruse King Tutankhamun’s fabulous treasures and many other priceless artifacts of ancient Egypt. Afterwards, enjoy lunch in a l...
Ancient Cairo, a Boy King, and the Christ Child
CLASSIC Drive to walled city of Old Cairo, with Saladin’s 12th-century citadel, and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali. Afterwards drive to Memphis to admire the statue of Ramses II. CLASSIC Drive to Sakkara, a...
The World’s Greatest Open-Air Museum
Fly 300 miles up the Nile Valley to Luxor to embark on your Nile River cruise.
CLASSIC See the stunning monuments of Karnak complex, developed over more than 1000 years. Walk among the pillars of the colossal Temple of ...
Royal Resting Places of Kings and Queens
CLASSIC Venture to the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens on the west bank of the Nile where generations of pharaohs and nobles were entombed in Cliffside crypts. See where 63 royal tombs have thus far been dis...
Egyptian Gods of the River and Sky
CLASSIC This morning visit Edfu Temple, also known as the Temple of Horus with its menacing black stone statue of the falcon god. Enjoy a leisurely sail to Kom Ombo. DISCOVERY Join an exclusive lecture on this ancient ci...
Temples from Above and Islands Below
This morning, consider joining a Guided Optional Excursion of the huge, massive sandstone temples of Abu Simbel (weather permitting). CLASSIC Board a Felucca (traditional wooden sailing boat) and cross the blue waters of ...
Work in Progress and the Goddess Isis
CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Excursion at to explore the Granite Quarries that supplied ancient Egypt with its hard stones for the pyramids in Giza. See the famous unfinished obelisk, still remaining in the quarry. ...
Amazing Civilization and Marketplace Mazes
CLASSIC Start the day with a guided tour of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. No visit would be complete without time to experience the Royal Mummies’ Hall, considered the crown jewel of the museum. CLAS...
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Fairmont Nile City
Impressive Resort situated in prime residential area, near embassies; equal distance (5 km) between downtown & Cairo Intl Airport.
Cairo
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Nile City Towers - 2005 B, Corniche El Nil, Ramlet Beaulac
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The Hilton Heliopolis is conveniently located in Heliopolis, a prestigious modern neighborhood that is home to diplomats and politicians. This 589-room resort style hotel has lush outdoor gardens and offers easy access to all of Cairo's mysterious wonders and historical gems with free Wi-Fi available throughout the property. Spacious air-conditioned guest rooms are equipped with an iron and ironing board, tea/coffee making facilities, and an in-room safe. Dining options are limitless with a choice of 18 different restaurants and bars serving cuisines from all corners of the world ranging from light snacks at the pool bar to Middle Eastern delicacies served with live entertainment. Leisure amenities include a wellness spa, beauty salon, two outdoor swimming pools (one heated), a fitness center, and outdoor tennis/squash courts.
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El-Orouba Qism El-Nozha Cairo Gov
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