PROGRAM
3 nights in Cairo + Alexandria + 3 nights on a Nile Cruise + 3 nights in a 4-5* hotel in Sharm-El-Sheikh
Itinerary: Cairo – Alexandria – Cairo – Aswan – Kom Ombo – Edfu – Luxor – Sharm-El-Sheikh
Day 1. Sunday or Tuesday:
Arrival in Cairo. Meet and greet at the airport. Transfer to the hotel.
Leisure time for rest.
Optional evening program: Dinner + Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids (additional cost).
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2:
Morning breakfast at the hotel.
Cairo City Tour:
Visit the Cairo Museum featuring treasures of ancient Egyptian art.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Explore the Giza Pyramids and the iconic Sphinx.
After the tour, return to the hotel and enjoy free time.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3:
(Cairo – Alexandria)
Breakfast box for the road.
Full-day excursion to Alexandria, the historic city by the Mediterranean Sea:
Fort Qaitbay: An ancient fortress built from the remains of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria.
Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: An ancient necropolis featuring old tombs, columns, and sarcophagi.
Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque: The most beautiful and famous mosque in Alexandria, with insights into its dedication and architectural techniques.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina: A modern cultural center commemorating the lost Library of Alexandria.
Roman Amphitheater: Explore the ancient Roman theater and its interior.
Lunch: Enjoy a seafood meal at a restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Return to Cairo in the evening. Free time at the hotel.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 4. Wednesday or Friday:
Breakfast at the hotel (check-out).
Domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan (morning flight).
Arrival in Aswan.
Transfer and check-in on the cruise ship.
Check-in on the cruise liner (registration starts from 11:00 to 12:00 at the ship’s reception).
Lunch on board.
Start exploring Aswan with a sightseeing tour:
Visit the Aswan High Dam and the Monument of Friendship.
Philae Temple on the Island of Isis.
Return to the cruise ship, followed by dinner, entertainment, and an overnight stay on board in Aswan.
Day 5:
Breakfast on board the cruise ship.
(Optional: Half-day excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples. Early breakfast and departure from the cruise at 4:00 AM to return by 12:00–1:00 PM for the cruise ship’s departure from Aswan.)
Midday departure toward Kom Ombo.
Lunch on board while cruising to Kom Ombo.
Arrival in Kom Ombo and visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus.
Return to the cruise ship.
Departure toward Edfu.
Arrival in Edfu. Dinner, entertainment, and overnight stay on board the cruise ship in Edfu.
Day 6:
Early breakfast on board the Nile cruise.
Horse-drawn carriage ride to explore the local town of Edfu.
Visit the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
Return to the cruise ship by horse-drawn carriage.
Departure toward Esna Lock; lunch on board while cruising to Luxor.
Cross the Esna Lock.
Arrival in Luxor around 3:00–4:00 PM.
Upon arrival in Luxor, enjoy a city tour.
Free time in Luxor to explore the city and its bazaar.
Optional evening excursion: Visit the Luxor Temple (additional cost).
Dinner, entertainment, and overnight stay on board the Nile cruise in Luxor.
Day 7:
Optional: On the second morning of the Luxor excursions, experience a Hot Air Balloon Ride (additional cost; no discounts for children):
Early morning transfer (4:00–5:00 AM) for a Hot Air Balloon Ride.
Enjoy a breathtaking flight over Luxor, the Nile, and the Western Bank, soaring above the ancient temples of the City of the Dead.
The flight lasts approximately 40 minutes, offering a magical experience and the chance to witness the sunrise from the balloon.
Transfer back to the cruise ship around 7:00–7:30 AM.
Breakfast on board and check-out from the Nile cruise.
Departure to complete the Luxor journey with a visit to Karnak Temple and the West Bank of Luxor.
Lunch by the Nile at a tourist restaurant with a view of the river, buffet style (drinks not included).
Visit the Valley of the Kings and explore three tombs of ancient Egyptian pharaohs, with the option to visit King Tutankhamun’s tomb (additional cost, $15 per person, optional).
Visit the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon.
Transfer to a 4 hotel* in Luxor (breakfast included).
Overnight at the hotel in Luxor.
Day 8:
Breakfast at the hotel or breakfast box for the journey (check-out).
Transfer to Luxor airport.
Domestic flight Luxor – Sharm El Sheikh (morning flight).
Meet and greet at Sharm El Sheikh airport.
Transfer to a 4-5 beachfront hotel**, all-inclusive.
Overnight at the hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
Day 9. Sharm El Sheikh:
Accommodation at the hotel with all-inclusive meals. Free day at the hotel for swimming, relaxation, and leisurely walks.
Day 10. Sharm El Sheikh:
Accommodation at the hotel with all-inclusive meals. Free day at the hotel for swimming, relaxation, and leisurely walks.
Day 11. Sharm El Sheikh:
Accommodation at the hotel with all-inclusive meals. Free half-day at the hotel for swimming and relaxation.
Check-out from the hotel.
Transfer to Sharm El Sheikh airport. Departure home.
What’s Included in the Price:
Accommodation in a 4 hotel in Cairo* for 3 nights, with breakfast included.
Lunches (without drinks) in Cairo and Alexandria.
Accommodation on a 5 Deluxe Nile cruise ship* for 3 nights, full board (three meals daily, breakfast drinks included), with onboard entertainment.
Accommodation in a 4 hotel in Luxor* for 1 night, with breakfast included.
Accommodation in Sharm El Sheikh for 3 nights at a 4-5 beachfront hotel**, all-inclusive.
All excursion programs with professional guides as per the itinerary.
All transfers in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles as per the program.
All entrance tickets to attractions and museums listed in the program.
Domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan.
What’s Not Included in the Price:
International airfare.
Entry to the interiors of the Pyramids.
Dinner + Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids: $50.
Visit to Abu Simbel Temple: $80 per adult, free for children 0-3 years, $50 for children 3-11 years (for groups of 6 or more; price on request for smaller groups).
Hot Air Balloon Ride: $80.
Entry to King Tutankhamun’s Tomb: $15.
Evening excursion to Luxor Temple: $20.
Dinners during the stay in Cairo.
Drinks during lunch and dinner on the cruise, and during the stay in Cairo and Alexandria.
Visa on arrival: $25.
Mandatory tips: $10 per person, including children (to be paid to the guide on the cruise).
Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, laundry).
Payment Policy for Children:
Ages 0 to 1.99 years: Travel free of charge throughout the tour.
Ages 2 to 4 years: 20% of the adult tour price when sharing a room with parents.
Ages 5 to 11 years: 70% of the adult tour price when sharing a room with parents.
Booking Conditions:
Deposit: $600 per adult and $300 per child required at the time of booking. The remaining balance is payable on arrival.
Payment Methods:
Cash
Bank transfer to company accounts (USD)
Payment via bank cards
All payment details and options will be confirmed during the booking process.
Optional: Domestic flight tickets (Sharm El Sheikh –Cairo) and extended stay in Sharm El Sheikh hotels for a longer beach vacation.
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