The Pyramids, The sphinx & Luxor Nile Cruise - Egypt Gems
Start: Cairo Finish: Cairo
Duration: 7 Nights
Physical rating: Medium
Tour Operator: Traveljaz
Group size: 2 - 16
Age range: 21-99
Tour operated in: English ,German
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Tour Overview
Unforgettable vacation covering the best sights in Egypt. Start in Cairo and end in Cairo , Visit the magnific sightseeings in Cairo The Great Pyramids , Sphinx and The Egyptian Museum then transfer to Cairo Train Station to take your sleeper train or similar to Aswan to start an unforgettable Nile trip 04 days 03 nights in Nile Cruise 5 Stars . Aswan ,Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor.The package included the sightseeing as per the itinereay. then return back to Cairo by sleeper train to visit the Islamic sightseeing Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside the Citadel of Salah and explore Khan El Khalili . Location: Cairo-Aswan-Luxor
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
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Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Discover and enjoy an integrated experience of ancient Nile Valley civilization on an unforgettable trip. Upon your arrival at the airport you will be met by our representative and transfer to the hotel in Cairo for check in . your Egytpologist tour guide will brief you about the tour package and the incredible experiences you will have over the following Seven days. At night you have opportunity to join our (optional) excursion to spend relaxing night time on the Nile River in Dinner cruise on the Nile 3 hours includes 2 hours sailing . Overnight at hotel
Day 2
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Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
"Breakfast, will pick up from your hotel to Start discover experience the icons of ancient Egyptian . start in the historical open panorama the great pyramids Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus& visit the Sphinx which you can take photos in front of it and Camel ride . then continue your trip move to the Egyptian Museum is place to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. It has 100,000 items into the Museum as well as the holdings of Tutankhamun king (optional ). the trip included enjoy lunch in one of the local restaurants.At the end of the day we will transfer to Cairo Train Station to take your sleeper train or similar to Aswan Overnight in train.
Day 3
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Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast served on the train. Upon arrival to Aswan station our representative will meet and transfer to your Nile cruise ship 5 star . check in on board . Start your program by visiting the High Dam of Aswan built in 1960 protecting Egypt from annual floods from the Nile, you will know how the construction of the dam and Lake Nasser required the relocation of the Nubian people from their land . Then take a boat ride to Philae Temple located on Agilkia Island to explore the Temple of Isis . Built during the Ptolemaic Era which dedicated to one of the oldest goddesses of ancient and visit The Unfinished Obelisk , overnight on board .
Day 4
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Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early morning, you will have the great opportunity to join our (optional) excursion to the grand Abu Simbel temples,built by King Ramses II, Head south to Abu Simbel 285 km. is a Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Nubian Monuments", you will enjoy Abu Simbel area with its main attraction "the great sun temple of Ramses II" and the temple of queen Nefertari. discovered in 1813 it was almost completely covered with sand. Then both temples were moved in 1960 by the help of UNESCO to avoid the rising water of the Nile. then return north to your ship to start sail on afternoon to Kom-Ombo when we arrive will visit the Temple of Kom-Ombo, standing on high grounds overlooking The Nile.is an unusual double temple and double entrance, each one is dedicated to divinity: ""Haroeris"" with his falcon head and "" Sobek "" with his crocodile head . After some time to explore the temple. sail to Edfu.
Day 5
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Luxor
Location: Luxor Governorate
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early morning will arrive to Edfu.the majestic Temple of Edfu Its walls contain scenes and reliefs of the sacred drama related to the ancient conflict between Horus and Seth. We'll then continue on to Luxor the largest open Air museum in the world. In the East Bank . The Karnak Temple Complex, the greatest example of worship in the history It covers more than 100 hectares , dedicated to the God Amon, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu. End your tour by visiting the Temple Of Luxor, it was built by Amenhotep III in 18th Dynasty in the New Kingdom its the second major mortuary temple in luxor and the place where many of the pharaohs of Egypt were crowned Later you will be driven Back to your ship and overnight on board .
Day 6
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Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast and check out, transfer to the west bank where you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the magnificence of the grandeur of architecture which was used for burial, there are many kings buried in this valley. that was used over a period of 500 years during the period between the sixteenth and eleventh centuries B.C.it is home to tombs including the great pharaoh Ramses II and boy pharaoh Tutankhamen.. Move on to visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 20 years during the 18th Dynasty .Visit the alabaster factory and will pass by the colossi of Memnon .the last remains of Amenophis III’s temple. enjoy lunch in one of the local restaurants then move to Luxor station to take your train back to Cairo. Dinner served on the train, Overnight in Train to Cairo.
Day 7
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Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast served on the train. in the cairo station you will meet our representative to start visit the Ancient Cairo start the castle area to visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside the Citadel of Salah with explanation of the history and architecture of the complex. Enjoy taking photos for panoramic views of the city.. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. Continue trip to the area of Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili , Cairo’s old bazaar and Watch the fantastic brass articles . return back to your hotel at cairo.
Day 8
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Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
The last day, breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and transfer to Cairo airport for your flight home.
What's Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
at anytime
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Train Tickets
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Entrance Fees
as per itinerary
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Accommodation
4,5 Stars Hotels & 05 Stars Nile Cruise
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Meals – Full Board
as per itinerary
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Fully Guided
Local English speaking Tour guides
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Local Taxes
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
What's Not Included
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
It's a standard budget $15-$20 per person per day each for guides and drivers. If you're on a multi-day tour. We advise to go with the minimum of 15$ per person per day, however, if you feel your guide or driver provided you a more deserving service and experience, you are welcome to increase that amount as long as you are happy with it.
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Country Entry Visas
Your Peace of Mind Options
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Low Deposit
Traveljaz requires a deposit of 30% to secure a place on this tour, and the final balance is not due till 14 days before departure..
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Secure payments
All payments to TourHub are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.