12 Day Classic Egypt with Hurghada & 4 Day Nile Cruise
11 days
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3 Cairo, 2 Hurghada, 1 Luxor, 4 Nile Cruise
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 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 Relax in the resort city of Hurghada on the coast of the Red Sea Enjoy a 4-day cruise on the Nile and savor the spectacular scenery of the Nile Valley 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 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 Temple of Philae dedicated to the goddess Isis with its beautiful island location
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3 Cairo, 2 Hurghada, 1 Luxor, 4 Nile Cruise
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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
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Trip includes
- Round trip flights New York-Cairo, Cairo-New York Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights: Cairo-Hurghada, Aswan-Cairo 10 nights First Class accommodations
- 3 nights Cairo 2 nights Hurghada 1 night Luxor 4 nights Nile Cruise on the Queen of Hansa Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel & cruise porterage All transfers 23 meals: 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Entrance fees per itinerary
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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, Tuesday - Depart for Egypt
Depart for Egypt
DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Cairo
Welcome to Egypt, one of the world's greatest ancient civilizations. Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Thursday - The Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza
After breakfast, visit 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 Great Pyr...
DAY 4, Friday - Flight to Hurghada & City Tour
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the resort city of Hurghada, on the coast of the Red Sea. Upon arrival, have lunch at your hotel. In the afternoon, embark on a city tour. Discover the traditional old town and the new, modern city. View the old port, shipyard, ...
DAY 5, Saturday - Full Day in Hurghada
Today is yours to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. After lunch at the hotel, spend the afternoon at leisure. Perhaps, visit the local bazaars to shop for souvenirs and practice your bargaining skills
Overnight: Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6, Sunday - Drive to Luxor, Temples of Luxor
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and drive to Luxor. Upon arrival, visit Luxor Temple to admire the colossal statues of the great pharaoh Ramses II. Next, visit a shop where you can view a brief demonstration of how papyrus paper is made from the papyrus grass
Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7, Monday - Temples of Karnak, Nile Cruise Embarkation
This morning, take a sightseeing tour of the East Bank. Visit the magnificent Temples of Karnak, dating back over 3,000 years. Walk along the avenue of the Sphinxes and marvel at the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive sandstone columns. After exploring this ancient structure, embark on the Nile Cruise
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Tuesday - Full Day Luxor
View the magnificence of the Luxor West Bank on this morning's optional excursion. 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 Temple of Hatshepsut, a colonnaded s...
DAY 9, Wednesday - Edfu Temples & Kom Ombo
This morning, visit the stunning Temples of Horus in Edfu, considered one of the best preserved of all the Egyptian Temples. It was built during the Ptolemaic times and was completed over a 180-year period. The temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus, son of Isis and...
DAY 10, Thursday - Cruise to Aswan
Spend the morning at leisure, or join the optional to Abu Simbel Temples. An early morning bus ride from Aswan transports you back in time to the mighty Temples of Abu Simbel, reclaimed from the floodwaters of the Aswan High Dam and totally reconstructed in the present l...
DAY 11, Friday - Disembarkation, Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, Flight to Cairo
This morning, after disembarking from your cruise ship, explore Aswan, an ancient frontier town. Take a tour to Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Arrive by motorboat and marvel at the Temple's beautiful island location. Stop at a local perfume shop. During you...
DAY 12, Saturday - 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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