13 Day Egyptian Treasures

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Overview

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

Highlights

    • Marvel at the oldest structure of the "seven wonders of the ancient world", the Great Pyramid of Giza View the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, built by architect Imhotep Tour the spectacular Aswan High Dam, a colossal engineering project Discover the Temple of Philae dedicated to the goddess Isis with its beautiful island location Enjoy a 5 day cruise on the Nile and savor the spectacular scenery of the Nile Valley Visit the mighty Temple of Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Explore the imposing Greco-Roman Temple of Kom Ombo Tour the stunning Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, built in the Ptolemaic period Discover the necropolis of El Kab, a series of rock-cut tombs from the early Eighteenth Dynasty Interact with local farmers during a tour of a farm and learn about farming practices while on the Dahabya sailing Visit the magnificent Temples of Karnak, dating back over 3,000 years Admire the two colossal statues of Ramses at the entrance to the ancient Luxor Temple Explore the Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of Thebes, containing the royal tombs Tour the mountainside Temple of Hatshepsut, a striking architectural masterpiece Visit the splendid Egyptian Museum, housing the world's most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities

What's this trip about?

    4 Cairo, 5 Nile Cruise, 2 Luxor

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Egypt

Attractions

  • Abu Simbel
  • Aswan
  • Cairo
  • Luxor
  • Sphinx

Activities

  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Small groups of maximum 18 travelers guaranteed Round trip flights New York-Cairo, Cairo-New York Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights: Cairo-Aswan & Luxor-Cairo 11 nights First Class accommodations
    • 4 nights Cairo 5 nights Nile Cruise on the Dahabeya Sandrine 2 nights Luxor Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel & ship porterage All transfers 29 meals: 11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners Choice of a glass of wine, beer or soft drink with dinner Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles Services of local English-speaking tour manager throughout Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary Active itinerary with unique cultural features

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Itinerary

Many domestic flights within Egypt depart in the early morning, requiring waking up before dawn. Please see the "Is This Trip Right for You?" section for more information.

DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Egypt
Depart for Cairo, Egypt

DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Cairo
Welcome to Egypt, one of the world's greatest ancient civilizations. Arrive in the lively capital Cairo, the largest metropolis in Africa and transfer to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure to rest, relax and adjust to the exotic surroundings. This even...
DAY 3, Sunday - The Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza, Sakkara, Carpet School
The day begins with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza, built during the 3rd and 4th dynasties of the Old Kingdom. These monumental undertakings stand as a marvelous testimony to the almost unbelievable skill and determination of their builders. Get a close-up view of the G...
DAY 4, Monday - Flight to Aswan, Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, Nile Cruise Embarkation
Today, fly to Aswan, an ancient frontier town. Upon arrival, take a tour to the spectacular Aswan High Dam, an engineering miracle when originally constructed in the 1960s. The dam brought an end to the Nile's devastating floods. Continue to majestic Philae Temple dedica...
DAY 5, Tuesday - Abu Simbel Temple
Today's excursion transports you back in time to the mighty Temples of Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reclaimed from the floodwaters of the Aswan High Dam and totally reconstructed in the present location. The site is dominated by the looming twin temples of R...
DAY 6, Wednesday - Temple of Kom Ombo
Discover the imposing Greco-Roman Temple of Kom Ombo, constructed during the Ptolemaic period between 108 to 47 BC. There were some additions to the temple that were made later, during the Roman period. The unique temple is dedicated to two gods; Horus, the sky god and S...
DAY 7, Thursday - Explore Gebel El Silsila
Enjoy the breakfast and the views as you sail towards Gebel El Silsila, a rocky gorge where the Nile River narrows with steep sandstone cliffs on either side. Visit the temples carved into the cliff face along with many shrines, tombs and stelae. Lunch on board while resuming the navigation on the Nile Overnight: Nile Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8, Friday - Discover Edfu Temple & the Necropolis of El Kab
Begin a delightful exploration of the stunning Temple of Horus in Edfu. It is considered one of the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples, having escaped destruction from floods. The temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the son of Isis and Osiris. Gaze at th...
DAY 9, Saturday - Disembarkation, Karnak & Luxor Temples
This morning, after disembarking your ship, drive to the East Bank of Luxor. Visit the magnificent Temple of Karnak, the largest in Egypt, dating back more than 3,000 years. Walk along the avenue of the Sphinxes and marvel at the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive sands...
DAY 10, Sunday - West Bank, Valley of Kings, Alabaster Factory, Local Market
View the magnificence of the Luxor West Bank on today's exploration. Begin with a visit to the UNESCO listed Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of Thebes and admire the tombs of ancient Egypt's rulers. Next, head to the mountainside Temple of Hatshepsut, a colonnaded st...
DAY 11, Monday - Flight to Cairo, Coptic Cairo
Morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, head to Coptic Cairo and visit the famed Hanging Church, a place of Orthodox worship constructed in the 3rd century. Next, pause at Abu Serga, known formally as Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. Thi...
DAY 12, Tuesday - Egyptian Museum & Citadel
Begin the day with a visit to the splendid Egyptian Museum, housing the world's most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities. No visit to Egypt is complete without a trip through its galleries. Marvel at the largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Next, v...
DAY 13, Wednesday - Depart Egypt
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Last Updated: 12/20/2023

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Additional Information: This package is based on pre-confirmed flights from JFK via EgyptAir and may only be purchased with these flights. During Ramadan (Mar 22 - Apr 21, 2023), historic and cultural sites may close early and operate with minimal staff. The order of sightseeing may be changed to accommodate the holiday observance. Traffic congestion is common during Ramadan. Some hotels and restaurants may not serve alcoholic beverages. Entertainment may be limited to be respectful of the holiday observance. Modest dress is suggested during Ramadan (no shorts, short skirts, or sleeveless tops). Use discretion when drinking, eating, and smoking in public between sunrise and sunset.
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