Cairo Trip Overview
Experience the sights of Egypt in Cairo, on the Nile, and on the beautiful Red Sea coast. In Cairo see the Pyramids, Old Cairo and Saladin’s Citadel. Travel to Luxor to embark on a Nile Cruise to Aswan, enjoying the ancient sights along the way. End your trip relaxing on the beach in Hurghada.
Additional Info
Duration: 12 days
Starts: Cairo, Egypt
Trip Category: Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours >> Air Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Experience the sights of Egypt in Cairo, on the Nile, and on the beautiful Red Sea coast. In Cairo see the Pyramids, Old Cairo and Saladin’s Citadel. Travel to Luxor to embark on a Nile Cruise to Aswan, enjoying the ancient sights along the way. End your trip relaxing on the beach in Hurghada.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Cairo
Pass By: Cairo, Cairo, Cairo Governorate
Welcome to Cairo, Egypt (Around The Clock)
Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport (Arrival procedures) and then he will escort you to the hotel by exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At hotel the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour. Overnight in Cairo.
Welcome Drink
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Day 2: Pyramids / Sakkara
Pass By: Saqqara (Sakkara) Pyramids, Al Giza Desert, Saqqara 12919 Egypt
After breakfast, see Memphis which was founded by King Menes and was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom. Then proceed to the Step Pyramid at Sakkara which was designed by the architect Imhotep for his master King Zoser. Lunch at a good quality local restaurant. After that, visit the pyramids of Cheops, Chefrenand Mykerinusat Giza Plateau. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion’s body, dates from the time of Chephren. The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 3: Cairo/ Aswan Nile Cruise
Pass By: Aswan, Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
Breakfast, then transfer to Cairo Airport for flight to Aswan where you will be met and transferred to embark your Nile Cruise before lunch. Sail on the river Nile by Fellucca around Kitchener’s Island and Agha Khan Mausoleum. Afternoon Tea. Dinner on board and Nubian Folkloric show. Overnight in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Aswan Tours/ Kom Ombo
Pass By: Kom Ombo, Kom Ombo, Aswan Governorate, Nile River Valley
Breakfast on board, then head to visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple. Sail to Kom Ombo, buffet Lunch during sailing, after that visit The Temple Of Sobek in Kom Ombo. Sail to Edfu. Enjoy afternoon tea, Captain’s welcome cocktail (smart casual attire). Dinner on board and Disco. Overnight on board at Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5: Edfu Temple
Pass By: Temple of Horus, Adfo, Edfu Egypt
Breakfast on board, head to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Then sail to Luxor. Lunch on board, afternoon Tea. Dinner on Board and Galabya party. Overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6: Luxor West Bank
Pass By: Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari, Kings Valley Rd Deir el-Bahari, Luxor 23512 Egypt
Breakfast on board, get excited by visiting the West Bank; Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari . Lunch on board. Have afternoon tea. Dinner on board and Belly Dance show. Overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7: Luxor East Bank/ Hurghada
Pass By: Hurghada, Hurghada, Red Sea and Sinai
Disembarkation at 8:00 a.m after breakfast. Then head to visit Karnak& LuxorTemples. After that you will be transferred by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to Hurghada. It takes about 03 hours driving. Transfer to your resort in Hurghadaand overnight.
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 8: Hurghada Diving
Pass By: Hurghada, Hurghada, Red Sea and Sinai
After breakfast, enjoy diving in the Red Sea for three days and watching the amazing under water rare coral reef including two dives per day, diving guide, diving equipment, lunch and soft drinks on your diving boat. Non divers can also enjoy intro diving and snorkeling along the beautiful barrier reefs. Overnight in Hurghada.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 9: Hurghada Diving
Pass By: Hurghada, Hurghada, Red Sea and Sinai
After breakfast, enjoy diving in the Red Sea for three days and watching the amazing under water rare coral reef including two dives per day, diving guide, diving equipment, lunch and soft drinks on your diving boat. Non divers can also enjoy intro diving and snorkeling along the beautiful barrier reefs. Overnight in Hurghada.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 10: Hurghada Diving
Pass By: Hurghada, Hurghada, Red Sea and Sinai
After breakfast, enjoy diving in the Red Sea for three days and watching the amazing under water rare coral reef including two dives per day, diving guide, diving equipment, lunch and soft drinks on your diving boat. Non divers can also enjoy intro diving and snorkeling along the beautiful barrier reefs. Overnight in Hurghada.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 11: Cairo /Museum /Khan
Pass By: Khan Al-Khalili, Cairo Egypt
Transfer to Hurghada Airport for flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be escorted by your private guide to visit the Egyptian Museum, where you will admire the splendid collection of Tutankhamunalongside many other fascinating artifacts. Transfer to visit Salah El Din Citadel which was constructed by Salah El Din in 1183 AD to defend Cairo from the armies of Crusaders. After that visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) who ruled Over 45 years. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. Continue driving to the area of Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. Then we move on to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue and back to hotel and overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast box, Lunch
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Day 12: Final Departure
Pass By: Cairo International Airport Road, Cairo Int’l Airport Rd, Sheraton Al Matar, El Nozha, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Breakfast with free time at your hotel, then you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for departure.
Accommodation:
Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort
Kempinski Nile City Hotel Cairo
Sonesta Moon Goddess Nile Cruise
Note : If the mentioned cruise or the hotel are not available, the company has the right to change to any cruise or hotel, as long as it is of same category.
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