Best of Egypt
Tour Summary
This 11-day small-group tour will guide you through the greatest attractions of Egypt. From the Great Pyramids of Giza to the Mediterranean Coast, prepare for a fascinating journey through the historic treasures, world-renown monuments, and gorgeous scenery of this ancient country.
Your journey will begin with a tour of Cairo, home to a rich history spanning millennia as you visit the Great Sphinx and uncover The Egyptian Museum.
Board a flight to Aswan to visit the impressive High Dam, where the Temple of Isis lies. Later, you will board a cruise along the Nile River and visit Kom Ombo, Edfu and some of the most ancient sites along the banks of the world’s longest river. Explore the Karnak Temple, along with the East and West Banks of extraordinary Luxor.
Enjoy a short drive to the coast of the Red Sea and visit Hurghada, a beach resort town famous for scuba diving. End your journey in Cairo, where you may discover ancient monuments and bask in the beauty of the Red Sea.
Tour Highlights
- Discover the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- Cruise along the Nile River as you explore some of the best ancient Egyptian sites
- Uncover the extraordinary Temples of Karnak, dating back to over 3,000 years
- Bask in the beauty of the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in Egypt
- Visit Hurghada, a beach resort town home to scuba diving, snorkeling, and desert safaris
Inclusions
- Ground transportation in private AC vehicle as stated in the program
- All sightseeing tours mentioned on the itinerary including their entrance fees
- Private licensed English-speaking local guide
- All airport transfers
- Domestic flight tickets CAI-ASW and HRG-CAI Y class
- Daily breakfast, full board during your 3-night cruise,
- All-inclusive 2 nights Hurghada hotel stay
- All local applicable taxes
- 04-night accommodation at Steigenberger El Tahrir Cairo hotel or similar – Superior City View room in Cairo including breakfast
- 01-night accommodation at Tolip Aswan hotel or similar – Standard room including breakfast
- 03-night accommodation on Jaz Nile Cruise or similar – Run of the house Cabin including breakfast, lunch 02-nights accommodation at at Jaz Casa Del Mar resort or similar – Superior room, on all Inclusive basis.
Exclusions
- Items of a personal nature, tips, & gratuities
- Visa fees, if applicable Optional tours
- Travel insurance
- International airfare
- Baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier
- Items not mentioned as included
Departure Dates
Departure date | Return date | Price | Capacity |
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Thu 23 Mar 2023 | Thu 23 Mar 2023 | 2,360 | 12 |
Accommodation
Steigenberger El Tahrir Cairo hotelStar:
The rooms are luxurious and cozy with excellent sound-proofing.
Enjoy the oriental and international culinary delights our chefs have to offer.
On Booking.com website, couples particularly like the location – they rated Steigenberger El Tahrir Cairo hotel 9.3 out of 10 points. This hotel overall was rated 8.9 points.
Cons:
If you like to use the pool, it can get noisy by the pool since the hotel is located in the city centre.
Tolip Aswan hotelStar:
The buffet breakfasts and a la carte menus at this hotel are delicious.
All rooms have air conditioning and come with a furnished balcony. However, you may want to upgrade to a Superior room with a big balcony overlooking the Nile or if you are lucky enough, you could get a free upgrade to one of them.
The hotel's wellness center features a sauna, steam bath and various massage treatments, all at an additional cost. A children's playground is also available at the hotel.
On Booking.com website, couples particularly like the location – they rated Tolip Aswan hotel 8.6 out of 10 points. This hotel overall was rated 7.8 points.
Cons:
Location is far from downtown and some rooms facing the street can be noisy.
Jaz Nile Cruise on the Nile riverStar:
• 24-hour reception
• internet
• laundry service
• outdoor pool
• gift shop
• beauty salon
• doctor on board
• game room
• library
• massage
• jacuzzi
• sauna
• steam bath
• pool bar
• fitness
The cabins are all a good size with premium bedding, air conditioning and a safety deposit box. It also comes with large windows where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Nile.
The staff are extremely accommodating and cater to all your needs and the food is very varied and plentiful, for all tastes. And while you are on the board, your breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in your package.
On Booking.com website, couples particularly like the location – they rated Jaz Nile Cruise 8.5 out of 10 points. This cruise overall was rated 8 points.
Cons:
Wi-Fi service is intermittent.
Jaz Casa Del Mar resort at HurghadaStar:
Hurghada. This new and modern hotel features air-conditioned rooms overlooking the landscaped pool area or Red Sea, five-star restaurant, health club, pool, games room and entertainment.
This fantastic hotel on the Red Sea shore has amazing staff with excellent customer service
Restaurant at this hotel offers great variety and high quality of food. Guests can also enjoy a drink in the colorful tea lounge or listen to a piano music in the lobby.
On Booking.com website, couples particularly like the location – they rated Jaz Casa Del Mar resort at Hurghada 9.3 out of 10 points. This hotel overall was rated 9 points.
Cons:
At some time of the year pool can be cool.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo Arrival
Overnight in Cairo
Day 2: Cairo
Continue your tour to explore the treasures of the Egyptian Museum which is famous for its antiquities from Egypt's pharaonic era, dating back 50 centuries, most famous of which is the Tutankhamen collection. Then proceed to visit Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Overnight in Cairo
Day 3: Cairo to Alexandria
Day 4: Cairo to Aswan
Overnight in Aswan
Day 5: Aswan
Overnight in the Nile Cruise
Day 6: Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu - Luxor
Overnight in the Nile Cruise
Day 7: Luxor
Overnight in the Nile Cruise
Day 8: Luxor - Hurghada
Spend your day at leisure by the Red Sea (no services provided). The Red Sea offers so many activities to choose from, including sunbathing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and desert safaris. You may also visit Hurghada city, situated along the Red Sea. This is one of Egypt’s most popular tourist destinations! There are many local shops in the main area — you may buy jewelry carved from silver, coral, and other precious stones. There are also several perfume shops you can visit. Choose to discover the Museum of Papyrus, where you may buy authentic papyrus.
Overnight in Hurghada
Day 9: Hurghada
Day 10: Hurghada to Cairo
Overnight Cairo
Day 11: Cairo to Canada
End of the tour.