Elegance of the Nile - Cairo Deck
Elegance of the Nile - Cairo Deck
11 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Karnak, Colossi of Memnon, Kitchener's Island, Aswan, Philae, Edfu, Esna
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WN945CN19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
18 - 22
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
From:
$6250
$5938 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$313
Tour Overview
See the best of Egypt on this 11-day guided tour. Enjoy an afternoon in Cairo before joining an Egyptologist for an exclusive visit to the Pyramids of Giza, where you’ll walk inside one of its caverns and see the Sphinx. At the Egyptian Museum, gaze upon priceless treasures taken from the tomb of the country’s most famous pharaoh, Tutankhamun. See the Temple of Luxor during a VIP, after-hours visit, exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site free from other tour groups. See the Valley of the Kings, where Tutankhamun is buried. Choose to sail the Nile on a felucca, a traditional wooden boat, or visit Aswan Market for a shopping spree. Sip on tea at the Cataract Hotel, where Winston Churchill once dined. And visit the Esna Temple, a striking waterfront structure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cairo At Leisure
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mena House Giza.
Meals Included: No Meals
Your private chauffeur awaits to take you to Cairo’s five-star Mena House Hotel. Conclude your day toasting to your Egypt luxury tour.
Day 2 : Giza Sightseeing
Location: Cairo, Giza, Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mena House Giza.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey into the ancient world with your Egyptologist. Step up close to the Pyramid of King Zoser, the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx. This evening, enjoy a mesmerizing Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids.
Day 3 : Join Your Cruise In Luxor
Location: Cairo, Luxor, Karnak
Accommodation Name: River Tosca.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Delve into Egypt’s history in Karnak. Stroll the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes to the columns of the Hypostyle Hall. Board the River Tosca for your luxury Nile cruise.
Day 4 : The Temple Of Hathor And Luxor Cruise
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: River Tosca.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the Temple of Hathor. Join a yoga class or meet the River Tosca's Captain. Visit the Temple of Luxor for an after-hours VIP tour.
Day 5 : The West Bank And Valley Of The Kings
Location: Colossi of Memnon, Luxor
Accommodation Name: River Tosca.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Venture to the Colossi of Memnon and Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings. Watch a local family bake traditional sun bread which you’ll savor over Egyptian tea. Tonight, join a galabeya party.
Day 6 : A Felucca Around Kitchener’S Island
Location: Kitchener's Island, Aswan
Accommodation Name: River Tosca.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea
Visit the double-temple of Kom Ombo. Enjoy a private sail around Kitchener's Island or shop Aswan Market. Sit down for afternoon tea at the famous Old Cataract Hotel before tonight’s belly dancing performance.
Day 7 : Aswan And High Dam
Location: Aswan, Philae
Accommodation Name: River Tosca.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Marvel at the Aswan High Dam, ancient Granite Quarries and the Philae temple complex. Tonight, dine on Egyptian classics accompanied by a Nubian folklore show and music.
Day 8 : Relax Upon The Nile Relaxed Start
Location: Aswan, Edfu
Accommodation Name: River Tosca.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Relish a relaxing morning or view Abu Simbel’s fabulous temples. Learn about the powerful women in Egypt’s history from an Egyptologist or how to make the perfect Egyptian cocktail.
Day 9 : From Esna To Luxor Relaxed Start
Location: Edfu, Esna, Luxor
Accommodation Name: River Tosca.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A local historian unveils Egypt’s treasures at Esna Temple before you set sail to Luxor. Enjoy your last evening aboard the River Tosca.
Day 10 : Luxor To Cairo
Location: Luxor, Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Visit the Alabaster Mosque and the Citadel of Salah El-Din. Tempt your senses at Khan El Khalili bazaar and view treasures recovered from the Tomb of Tutankhamun at the Old Egyptian Museum.
Day 11 : Depart Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your luxury tour from Cairo ends in style with a private transfer to Cairo Airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in itinerary.
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Additional Services
At every hotel, you'll be treated to seamless baggage handling, with prompt delivery inside your room.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates, when flights are included within the itinerary and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold. Guests will be transferred with fellow Luxury Gold Travellers that arrive on the same flight. Complimentary port transfers are included when cruise travel is included within the itinerary. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city of the itinerary, may be requested but are not guaranteed.
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Fully Guided
You will be escorted by one of our fine Travel Concierges and certified Egyptologist, handpicked to serve as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
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Meals
As detailed in itinerary.
What's Not Included
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Each guest can bring a single bag measuring no more than 77.5cm (30.5in) x 56cm (22in) x 32cm (12.5in) and weight not exceeding 50 lbs. (23kg). You can also bring one hand luggage bag that is no bigger than 12”x11”x6” (30x28x14cm) to fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead compartment. Hand luggage cannot have wheels or a telescopic handle. If you wish to bring a second item of luggage, please request this at time of booking. Additional charges will apply.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in itinerary.
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What is the tipping policy?
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels. See Notes in the pricing panel for exemptions.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking tour guide on this tour.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates, when flights are included within the itinerary and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold. Guests will be transferred with fellow Luxury Gold Travellers that arrive on the same flight. Complimentary port transfers are included when cruise travel is included within the itinerary. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city of the itinerary, may be requested but are not guaranteed.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Ensure you have a valid passport for all the countries you will visit or travel through; many countries require your passport to be valid for a longer period than the length of your stay (usually a minimum of 6 months), so check what applies to your itinerary. You might also need to obtain visas (depending on your nationality). Talk to your Embassy if you are unclear about what documentation you require. It is a good idea to have copies of your passport details, insurance policy, visas and credit card numbers, keeping them separate from the originals and perhaps leaving an additional copy with someone at home.
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What is the maximum group size?
A max size of group is 22 guests.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
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A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
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