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Tours in Egypt
Classic Egypt & Nile Cruise
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS
from £3,670 / US$4,630 per person*
Sphinx and Pyramid, Cairo, Egypt
Stepped Pyramid of Djoser, Saqqara Egypt
River Nile, Aswan, Egypt
Temple of Nefertari, Abu Simbel, Egypt
Hot air balloon over Luxor's West Bank, Egypt
Temple of Hatshepsut, Luxor, Egypt
Tour Highlights
- Behold the Pyramids of Giza
- Gaze on the treasures of Tutankhamun
- See the Stepped Pyramid of Saqqara
- Relax by the Nile in Luxor and Aswan
- Cruise along the Nile on a four-night cruise
- Discover the great temples and tombs of the pharaohs
Tour Overview
CAIRO • GIZA • SAQQARA • LUXOR • NILE CRUISE • EDFU • KOM OMBO • ASWAN
Explore beyond the highlights of the Classic Egypt & Nile Cruise holiday and enjoy time to relax by the Nile before and after an idyllic river journey through Upper Egypt.
The Classic Egypt & Nile Cruise holiday begins in the Egyptian capital of Cairo, where your privately guided sightseeing will include the Pyramids of Giza, the Stepped Pyramid at Saqqara, bustling bazaars of the Khan el Khalili, and the Egyptian Museum with its golden treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamun. Then, fly south to Luxor, where you will check in at a stylish riverfront hotel for some R&R before boarding either the elite Farah cruise or the luxury all-suite Sonesta Sun Goddess and beginning a relaxing four-night Nile cruise to Aswan. Sailing through the timeless, serene scenery of Upper Egypt is an unbeatable experience. As your cruise gets underway, there will be shared excursions led by an onboard Egyptologist to the astonishing temples and tombs of the pharaohs that line the Nile between Luxor and Aswan.
Memories of glorious sunsets and the scenic palm-lined banks of the Nile will mingle with special meals on the deck and the pleasures of a refreshing cocktail at the bar. There will also be time to relax on the shaded sundeck in the warm Egyptian sun, dip in the onboard pool, chat with new friends, and enjoy the nightly entertainment. On disembarking from your Nile cruise in Aswan, you’ll visit the Temple of Isis on Philae Island, the ‘Pearl of Egypt, ‘ before checking in at your beautifully located hotel overlooking the Nile. The Classic Egypt & Nile Cruise holiday then concludes with leisure time to enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery in Egypt.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Cairo, Egypt
Land at Cairo International Airport under your own arrangements (if you would like a quote for international flights, please ask us). On arrival, you’ll be met and assisted with visas (included), and then a private transfer will bring you to your Cairo hotel on the banks of the River Nile.
ACCOMMODATION (3 nights)
Sapphire: Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino (Deluxe room)
Diamond: St. Regis Cairo (Astor room)
Day 2 The Pyramids
Accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide, tour the ancient capital of Memphis, now the site of a huge open-air museum, before continuing to the pyramid field of Saqqara. Then visit the pyramid complex at Giza and see the enigmatic Sphinx – said to portray the image of the 4th dynasty Pharaoh Kafre.
Day 3 Egyptian Museum and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Explore the Egyptian Museum with its incredible collection of antiquities which include the golden treasure of Tutankhamun and the elaborately wrapped mummified Pharaohs in the Royal Mummy Room. In the afternoon enjoy a heritage walking tour through the bustling colourful lanes and alleyways of medieval Cairo: a real immersion into the Middle Eastern experience.
Day 4 Fly to Luxor
Transfer to Cairo Airport and check in for an Egyptair to Luxor. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel overlooking the River Nile. The afternoon will be at leisure.
ACCOMMODATION (2 nights)
Sapphire: Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa (Deluxe Nile View room)
Diamond: Sofitel Winter Palace Hotel (Luxury Garden View Room)
Day 5 Luxor
A day at leisure in Luxor (Alternatively, we can arrange a visit to see some of Luxor’s less well-known sites or an excursion to see the temples of Dendera and Abydos).
Day 6 Board Nile Cruise, Luxor Sightseeing
Board your chosen Nile cruise ship late this morning. After lunch on board, explore the stunning temple complex of Amon-Ra at Karnak and the imposing Temple of Luxor with the on-board Egyptologist guide. Overnight: Luxor.
ACCOMMODATION (4 nights)
Sapphire: The Farah Nile Cruise (Deluxe Cabin)
Diamond: HS Sonesta Sun Goddess Cruise (Presidential Suite)
Day 7 Valley of the Kings, Cruise to Edfu
Continue your Luxor sightseeing with a visit to the beautifully painted tombs in the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens, the rock-cut temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch will be served onboard as you cruise slowly south to Edfu. Overnight: Edfu.
Day 8 Visit Edfu, Cruise to Aswan via Kom Ombo
Visit the temple of the falcon-headed god Horus at Edfu with your Egyptologist. This is one of the most complete buildings surviving from the age of the Pharaohs. Then, sail to Kom Ombo to see the temples dedicated to Horus the Elder and the crocodile god Sobek. Afternoon tea will be served as you continue sailing south to Aswan. This evening, a Galabiya party will be held on board your Nile cruise. Overnight: Aswan.
Day 9 Aswan Sightseeing
Discover Aswan this morning, one of the most beautiful spots in Egypt. Sightseeing will include the Aswan High Dam, the Quarries of the Pharaohs, and the beautiful Temple of Isis on Philae Island, which was rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. Relax on board your floating hotel this afternoon. Overnight: Aswan.
Day 10 Disembark Nile Cruise, Aswan
On disembarking from your Nile cruise for the last time this morning, a private transfer will bring you to your Aswan hotel. (Alternatively, fly to Abu Simbel to see the rock-cut temples of Ramses II – supplement applies). Following hotel check-in, the remainder of the day will be at leisure to relax and enjoy the stunning Nile views.
ACCOMMODATION (2 nights)
Sapphire: Movenpick Resort, Aswan (Classic Partial Nile room)
Diamond: Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel (Luxury room, Nile Wing)
Day 11 Aswan
Today will be at leisure in Aswan.
Day 12 Farewell to Egypt
A private transfer will bring you to Aswan Airport where you will check in for your onward flight.
Customise your tour
1 NIGHT
Extend your stay in Aswan
2 NIGHTS
Visit Alexandria
3 NIGHTS
Cruise on Lake Nasser
Pricing Notes & Information
Price Guideline
*Price guideline, per person, based on two people sharing.
LOW SEASON
Sapphire Hotels from £3,670 (US$4,630)
Diamond Hotels from £4,950 (US$6,245)
HIGH SEASON
Sapphire Hotels from £4,225 (US$5,330)
Diamond Hotels from £5,650 (US$7,128)
What's Included
- Accommodation and sightseeing as described
- Services of Corinthian Travel’s representatives throughout your time in Egypt
- Egyptian visas
- Entrance fees for specified sightseeing
- Private guide in Cairo and private transfers (excursions from the cruise are on a shared basis)
- Services of a shared Egyptologist guide on cruise excursions
- Meals: 11 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners
- Domestic flight with Egyptair in Economy Class (Cairo/Luxor)
Notes
Classic Egypt & Nile Cruise holiday is a private tour that can operate throughout the year based on arrival in Cairo on a Wednesday.
Sightseeing from the cruise is on a group basis and is accompanied by the ship’s resident Egyptologist. Boarding and disembarking the cruise requires negotiating small gangways, making the cruise potentially unsuitable for passengers who require assistance or have difficulties with mobility.
All prices are subject to availability at the time of booking. Prices do not include International flights (please ask us for a quote) and are per person, based on two people sharing a room and a minimum group size of two.
Single and sole traveller supplements will apply.
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