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Best of Egypt
Awaken your inner explorer on this expedition through the lush river valleys and golden desert landscapes of Egypt. Cruise the Nile past the pharaonic temples of Luxor to the Nubian treasures of Aswan. Your voyage will also take you to the mystical Pyramids of Giza, Tomb of the Nobles and the Sphinx.
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Included With Your Trip
- The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Four-night luxury Nile Cruise Flight from Aswan to Cairo Optional Experiences and free time Flight from Cairo to Luxor On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
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Welcome to Cairo
Welcome to Cairo, Egypt's dynamic capital and the start of your journey through the land of the Pharaohs. After your airport transfer, take time to unwind and get settled. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers over a drink. It's your first chance to connect and get a feel for this extraordinary city.
Hotel: Hilton Heliopolis
Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise Stays With Stories
Early this morning you'll meet your Travel Director and fly to Luxor and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship. This evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a welcome drink followed by dinner.
Hotel: Nile Cruise
A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings Connect with Locals
Journey to the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt's Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.
Hotel: Nile Cruise
Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo
Sail upstream to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Standing at the threshold of the imposing Temple of Kom-Ombo on the banks of the Nile, you'll imagine visitors over the centuries arriving to pay homage to the gods Horus the Elder and Sobek. Tour the Temple, learning all about its 'double' and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo of gods - one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, we'll don our galabeas and toast to legends of the past and new friends.
Hotel: Nile Cruise
Onwards to Aswan
Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener's Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid bedrock.
Hotel: Nile Cruise
Disembark and Fly to Cairo
Enjoy a morning at leisure or perhaps join a once in a lifetime Optional Experience to Abu Simbel, carved into a solid rock cliff in Egypt's Nubian Valley. As you approach the Great Temple, you'll marvel at the four-seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and paying homage to the gods. Later this afternoon fly back to Cairo.
Hotel: Ramses Hilton
Discover Colorful Cairo
Discover the layers of Cairo's history as you take in views of the Old Citadel before stepping inside the Alabaster Mosque. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary, a landmark of Egypt's Christian heritage, then enjoy free time for lunch. Later, stand before Tutankhamun's legendary treasures with an Egyptologist, a showcase of Egypt's ancient wonders.
Hotel: Ramses Hilton
Admire the Wonders of Giza
The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures - the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Be mesmerized by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience. This evening, gather with your Travel Director and fellow travelers over a drink and snacks to mark your final night in Egypt.
Hotel: Ramses Hilton
Farewell Cairo
Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends.
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Start: November 4, 2026 End: November 12, 2026 Price: $3,825 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: December 23, 2026 End: December 31, 2026 Price: $4,595 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: December 30, 2026 End: January 7, 2027 Price: $4,595 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: January 6, 2027 End: January 14, 2027 Price: $3,850 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: January 13, 2027 End: January 21, 2027 Price: $3,850 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: February 3, 2027 End: February 11, 2027 Price: $3,850 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: February 24, 2027 End: March 4, 2027 Price: $3,850 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 3, 2027 End: March 11, 2027 Price: $3,850 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 10, 2027 End: March 18, 2027 Price: $3,850 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 17, 2027 End: March 25, 2027 Price: $3,850 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 24, 2027 End: April 1, 2027 Price: $3,950 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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