Egyptian Voyager

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A tale of a great emperor and beautiful queen are the highlights of this journey past temples, tombs and antiquities, cruising the mighty river Nile from Luxor to Aswan. Follow the frenetic pace of Cairo, and imagine Alexander the Great and Cleopatra’s great Alexandria, today Egypt’s cultural capital.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Cairo and Luxor with a Local Specialist
    • Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the Temple of Isis on the island of Philae, the Temples of Kom-Ombo, the temples of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Luxor Museum, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon in Luxor, the Coptic Monasteries in Alexandria
    • View the Great Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan, the Roman Theatre in Alexandria
    • Sail in a felucca across the Nile
    • Connect With Locals

What's this trip about?

    A tale of a great emperor and beautiful queen are the highlights of this journey past temples, tombs and antiquities, cruising the mighty river Nile from Luxor to Aswan. Follow the frenetic pace of Cairo, and imagine Alexander the Great and Cleopatra’s great Alexandria, today Egypt’s cultural capital.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityCairo
End CityCairo

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • Education / Learning

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Cairo

Your encounter with Egypt’s ancient past begins in its capital, Cairo. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for a day at leisure.

Day 2: Discover Colourful Cairo

Enjoy a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, home of King Tutankhamun’s priceless treasures. View one of the seven wonders of the ancient world − the Great Pyramids at Giza, including the Pyramid of Cheops and the Sphinx.

Day 3: Fly to Aswan and Embark on Your Nile Cruise

We fly to Aswan this morning, where we'll have an opportunity to visit the High Dam before travelling by motorboat to the Temple of Isis on the Island of Philae. Then board a felucca and sail around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener's Island and see the Aga Khan Mausoleum.

Day 4: Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo

Spend the morning relaxing on your Nile cruise or consider joining an Optional Experience to see the amazing Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel. This afternoon, we’ll visit the Temple of Kom-Ombo, dedicated to two gods, before returning to our boat for an evening celebration of Egypt’s culture and cuisine.

Day 5: Uncover Luxor’s Treasures

Set sail early for Luxor on the banks of the Nile. Here you’ll have time to visit the Luxor Museum and see an astounding collection of archaeological treasures, including items from Tutankhamun’s tomb.

Day 6: Disembark and Fly to Cairo

Visit Luxor's ancient Great Temple today before Ancient Thebes takes centre stage as you explore its iconic Valley of the Kings and Luxor’s West Bank, Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest experience with freshly baked bread, honey and mint tea be...

Day 7: Onwards to Amazing Alexandria

Journey to the port city of Alexandria, stopping en route at the Coptic Monasteries at Wadi el Natrun (if open). Dinner this evening is at a local restaurant, serving local dishes in an unforgettable seaside setting.

Day 8: Return to Cairo

Delve into the treasures of Alexander the Great’s once-prosperous Mediterranean city. Tour the Roman Amphitheatre and Pompey’s Pillar at the ancient acropolis. Visit the Kom El Shoqafa Catacomb and the National Museum, then drive back to Cairo.

Day 9: Farewell Egypt

We say a fond farewell to Egypt at the end of our journey. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,975
Price per day$331
Last Updated: 6/24/2024

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Frank Ferrante

Dec 2022

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Egyptian Voyager

excellent tour guides every step of the way and great hotel great food and great iterinary

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Laura Solis

Oct 2022

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Egyptian Voyager

We could not have picked a better itinerary. The trip to Alexandria was especially memorable.

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Accommodation

  • Hilton Heliopolis
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Meals Included
  • 1 Be My Guest
  • 1 Regional Dinner
  • 3 Dinners
  • 3 Lunches
  • 8 Breakfasts
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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