Amazing Egypt
From Cairo to Cairo
Tour Operator: Travel Talk Tours
Physical rating: Low
Group size: 35 - 40
Age range: 18-40 years
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Overview
Amazing Egypt is filled with unparalleled history, ancient wonders and legends. Discover the famous city of Alexandria and visit the Great Lighthouse and the Great Library. After roaming vibrant Cairo bazaars, soak in the Pyramids and all their 4,600-year glory before you meet the Sphinx. Hop on board a traditional felucca for a complete Nile experience while sailing by temples and obelisks. Fly over Luxor valley and hail the pharaohs at the Valley of the King.
Highlights
Komombo is an agricultural town in Egypt famous for the Temple of Kom Ombo- Sail for 2 nights on traditional Feluccas
- Giza the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex bordering present-day Giza in Greater Cairo, Egypt.
- Sakkara is a vast, ancient burial ground in Egypt, serving as the necropolis for the ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis
Places You'll See
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Cities & Attractions:
Felucca-Sunset
komombo
Giza
Philae-Temple
sakkara
Itinerary
Day 1
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Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel, The Oasis – 4 Star
Meals: No Meals
Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Cairo or board a cruise for an optional group dinner. Included Activities Welcome Meeting Optional Activities Group Dinner on Cruise - 450 EGP
Day 2
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Cairo, Alexandria, Cairo
Location: Alexandria
Accommodation: Hotel, The Oasis – 4 Star
Meals: Breakfast
Rise and shine, we’re travelling back in time to the home of ancient knowledge. Depart for Alexandria, the second largest city in Egypt and walk the ruins one of the largest and most significant libraries ever on earth. The Great Library of Alexandria stood for decades as the universal capital of knowledge and learning for all ancient scholars. Stand where the Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the tallest structure men has seen for centuries. Alexandria is a must-see for all travellers alike! Once you get your daily dose of history and ancient culture, return to Cairo for overnight stay. Included Activities Sightseeing of Alexandria Entrance Fees Alexandria Library 70 EGP Catacombs 80 EGPPompey's Pillar 80 EGPCitadel 60 EGP
Day 3
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Cairo City Tour, Luxor
Location: Cairo, Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel, Steigenberger Nile palace – 5 Star
Meals: Breakfast
Prepare your lenses for the breath-taking, world-famous Pyramids and the Sphinx. Face all their 4,600-year glory and embrace the only remaining Ancient Wonder of the World. After everyone had their dose of awe, we head out to Sakkara for sightseeing. The first capital of ancient Egypt is famous for the step pyramid built in 2700 B.C. Later in the afternoon, board the bus to Luxor and check into our premium hotel by the Nile. Included Activities Sightseeing of Giza Pyramids Sightseeing of Sphinx Sightseeing of Sakkara Pyramid Entrance Fees Giza Pyramids/Sphinx - 200 EGP Sakkara Pyramid - 180 EGP
Day 4
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Luxor, Aswan
Location: Luxor, Aswan
Accommodation: Hotel, Tolip - 5 Star
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart for the vast Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most important religious centres of ancient Egypt with its marvellous temples. Your Egyptologist guide will enlighten you with the most intriguing stories and mythologies fuelling such creations for millennia. In the afternoon drive to Aswan for overnight stay. Included Activities Sightseeing of Karnak Temple Optional Activities Nubian Dinner - 26 USD Entrance Fees Karnak Temple - 200 EGP
Day 5
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Aswan, Felucca Cruise
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: Traditional Egyptian Felucca
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Time to explore Aswan, famed for its skilled artisans and the Unfinished Obelisk. Take a short motorboat ride to reach the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, divine mother of the pharaohs. The temple is set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile. Early in the morning you can join the optional trip to the gorgeous Abu Simbel, an iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a must-do for all keen on history and mythology. Later in the afternoon, embark your felucca to cruise on the Nile. Included Activities Sightseeing of Aswan and Philae Temple Sailing On The Felucca Optional Activities Abu Simbel - 94 USD Entrance Fees Philae Temple - 180 EGP
Day 6
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Felucca cruise on the Nile
Location: Luxor
Accommodation: Traditional Egyptian Felucca
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is a chill-day sailing down the Nile, watching beautiful scenery and waving to the locals swimming and fishing. Whilst absorbing the stunning temples along the coast, sit back and enjoy the relaxing breeze. Have a dip in the Nile, play beach-ball with locals and prepare for a locally-prepared feast. Included Activities Sailing on the Felucca
Day 7
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Felucca cruise on the Nile, Edfu, Komombo, Luxor
Location: Luxor Felucca Tour, Edfu, Kom Umbu, Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel, Steigenberger Nile palace – 5 Star
Meals: Breakfast
Time to bid farewell to our lovely felucca. Start off the day with a visit to the Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Next stop will be Edfu, home to one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple was built over 180-years from 237 BC to 57 BC. As you get your dose of marvel, ride to Luxor and check into the hotel. After a refreshing break, brace for the Luxor Temple, dedicated to the great god Amun. The temple was built on top of a smaller structure dating back to 14th century BC! Included Activities Sightseeing of Edfu Temple Sightseeing of Komombo Temple Sightseeing of Luxor Temple Entrance Fees Edfu Temple - 180 EGPKomombo Temple - 140 EGPLuxor Temple - 160 EGP
Day 8
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Luxor, Cairo
Location: Luxor, Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel, The Oasis – 4 Star
Meals: Breakfast
The West Bank of the Nile awaits with the incredible Valley of the Kings. Also known as “City of the Dead”, it's home to fancy royal tombs carved into desert rocks and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. As you’d expect, here lied the famous mummy of Tutankhamun III. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is the next stop. As you try to break the spell of ancient wonders, drive to Cairo for overnight stay. Included Activities Sightseeing of Valley Of The Kings Sightseeing of Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Optional Activities Hot Air Balloon - 124 USD Entrance Fees Valley Of The Kings - 244 EGPQueen Hatshepsut - 142 EGP
Day 9
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Cairo City Tour
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel, The Oasis – 4 Star
Meals: Breakfast
The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world. Egyptian Museum of Cairo houses around 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities. Then roam around Cairo stopping by the Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Hanging Church and the world-famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Make sure to wear your haggling hats and brace for the mayhem! Included Activities Sightseeing of Cairo Sightseeing of Egyptian Museum Sightseeing of Citadel of Saladin Sightseeing of Mohammed Ali Mosque Sightseeing of Hanging Church Sightseeing of Bazaar Khan El- Khalili Entrance Fees Egyptian Museum - 220 EGPCitadel of Saladin - 180 EGP
Day 10
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Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Have your final breakfast on us and start bidding farewells to your travel mates. Check-out of the hotel in Cairo (11:00am) and catch the transfer to the airport at the end of your tour. Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!
What's Included
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Accommodation
5 and 4 star hotels, traditional felucca boat.
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Airport Transfer
From Cairo Airport to the Cairo Hotel on day one and return transfer.
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Meals
9 Breakfasts | 2 Lunches | 2 Dinners
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Guide
Services of experienced Egyptologist guides
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Transportation
Air-conditioned non-smoking coach or mini-bus | Donkey (Valley of the Kings)
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Other activities and services are not included
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Additional Services
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International Travel
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Travel Insurance
