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18 to 35s
Essential Egypt
9 Days | Wander through an ancient Wonder of the World, discover temples and sail the Nile
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Cairo, Egypt
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Cairo, Egypt
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Trip Code
XEYE
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Min Age
18
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Trip Size
1 - null
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Meals
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Felucca, Overnight sleeper train
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Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Overnight train (2 nights), Felucca (1 night)
From £579(9 days)
Trip Informations
Ancient history, golden sands and crowded souqs – Egypt is the ultimate destination for any adventurous traveller. This nine-day trip is the perfect mix of blockbuster wonders and intimate moments, with loads of planned activities and plenty of time to wander at your own pace. Your local leader will take you to bucket list icons like the Pyramids of Giza (one of the Seven Wonders of the World) in Cairo and the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, then guide you off the beaten path to eat koshari in a local downtown joint, or into a bazaar to meet a perfume merchant. Kayak along the Nile, spend a night on a traditional felucca under starry skies and drink your body weight in mint tea. The best part? You’ll do it all with like-minded travellers your own age.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Witness some epic sights in Cairo, like the mysterious Sphinx and one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Great Pyramids of Giza. Maybe even learn how to spell your name in hieroglyphics!
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Take a memorable kayak along the Nile with a unique active experience, paddling through ancient landscapes.
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Spend a night cruising the Nile in a traditional felucca boat (a bit like a floating living room) stopping at colourful villages and temples by day and stargazing by night.
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Discover the Valley of the Kings with a tour through three burial sites of ancient Pharaohs and the option to check out the fascinating lost tomb of Tutankhamun.
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Squeeze between stalls at an Aswan bazaar and discover the open-air museum of Luxor with loads of free time to see the sights at your own pace and a local leader with all the hot tips.
Is this trip right for you?
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Before booking this trip, read the ‘Safety’ section under Essential Trip Information for specifics regarding Egypt trips. If you have concerns about women's safety, this blog written by one of our travellers will give you an idea of what to expect:
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It gets pretty warm in July and August in Egypt. The good news is, its mostly dry heat, so easier to handle than humidity. Egypt nights can be chillier than expected, especially from December to February, so it’s important to pack clothes that can be layered.
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The terrain at some historic sites can be rocky and steep. Solid walking shoes are essential, plus anything to shade you from those rays – a hat, sunscreen and long sleeves. If you don't feel up to it on a hot day, you can decide to not take part, or wander at your own pace.
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This trip includes the adventure of overnight train travel, one of the most unique ways to wake up in a new and strange place. You’ll get a small bed and air conditioning in a shared room, but the train might not be as clean as you’re used to.
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This trip is a great way to see a lot in a short period of time and it can be part of a longer itinerary if you have more time to explore. You might like to check out Real Egypt & Jordan.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Cairo
- DAY 2Day 2 • Cairo/Pyramids/Sphinx
- DAY 3Day 3 • Aswan
- DAY 4Day 4 • Aswan
- DAY 5Day 5 • Nile Felucca
- DAY 6Day 6 • Luxor
- DAY 7Day 7 • Luxor / Valley of the Kings
- DAY 8Day 8 • Cairo
- DAY 9Day 9 • Cairo
Inclusions
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8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
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Private vehicle, Felucca, Overnight sleeper train
bed Accommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Overnight train (2 nights), Felucca (1 night)
festival Activities
circleCairo - Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
circleAswan - Kayaking
circleAswan - Orientation walk & bazaar visit
circleNile - Felucca overnight sailing trip
circleNile - Dinner and Music Felucca
circleLuxor - Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
circleCairo - Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar
museum Optional activities
circleCairo - Saqqara and Memphis Afternoon Tour - USD82
circleCairo - Sufi Dance Khan al-Khalili (entrance fee) - EGP125
circleCairo - Coptic Museum (entrance fee) - EGP230
circleCairo - Islamic Art Museum (entrance fee) - EGP270
circleCairo - The Citadel (entrance fee) - EGP450
circleCairo - The 3rd Pyramid of Menkawre (entrance fee) - EGP220
circleCairo - The Great Pyramid of Cheops (entrance fee) - EGP900
circleCairo - The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization & The Royal Mummy Room (entrance fee) - EGP500
circleCairo - The Egyptian Museum - USD40
circleAswan - Philae Temple (entrance fee) - EGP450
circleAswan - Unfinished Obelisk (entrance fee) - EGP200
circleAswan - Nubian Village Visit and Dinner - USD20
circleAswan - Philae Temple Sound & Light Show Tour (minimum 2 persons) (entrance, guide & transport) - USD55
circleAswan - Philae Temple Tour (minimum 2 persons) - USD35
circleAswan - Philae Temple, High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk Tour - USD65
circleAswan - Philae Temple Sound and Light Show (entrance fee) - USD40
circleAswan - Abu Simbel Tour (minimum 4 people) - USD110
circleAswan - Nubian Museum (entrance fee) - EGP300
circleAswan - Abu Simbel by Air - subject to availability - from - USD450
circleLuxor - Karnak Temple (entrance fee) - EGP450
circleLuxor - Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show (minimum 2 persons) (entrance, guide & transport) - USD45
circleAswan - Kom Ombo Temple (entrance fee) - EGP360
circleEdfu - Edfu Temple (entrance fee) - EGP450
circleLuxor - Hatshepsut Temple - EGP360
circleLuxor - Tomb of Tutankhamun (entrance fee) - EGP500
circleLuxor - Luxor Temple (entrance fee) - EGP400
circleLuxor - Luxor Museum (entrance fee) - EGP300
circleLuxor - Dinner with a local family - USD20
circleLuxor - Hot Air Balloon over the Valley of the Kings - USD120
circleCairo - Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids Tour - USD55
circleCairo - Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids (entrance fee) - USD20
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Important notes
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1.Some entrance fees are not included. If you wish to take part in these activities, you pay these fees as you go along.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 2,7 (Sleeper Train) and Day 5 (Felucca) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. Following recent safety incidents we recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Egypt before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. We have links to prominent government travel advisories and regular updates on issues affecting this trip on our Travel Alerts page -
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