Best of Egypt

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OVERVIEW
Awaken your inner explorer on this expedition through the lush river valleys and golden desert landscapes of Egypt. Cruise the Nile past the pharaonic temples of Luxor to the Nubian treasures of Aswan. Your voyage will also take you to the mystical Pyramids of Giza, Tomb of the Nobles and the Sphinx.
EXPERIENCES
Cairo: Come face to face with one of ancient Egypt’s most famous treasures, the golden mask of Tutankhamun. Now displayed at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), this incredible artefact showcases the legacy of the boy king. Take a closer look at its intricate details and uncover the stories behind this iconic piece of history.

Cairo: Explore the vast collection of ancient artefacts, from royal treasures to everyday objects that reveal life in Egypt thousands of years ago. Discover statues, jewellery and mummies, with some of the most famous pieces linked to the legendary Tutankhamun.

Cairo: Spend your day enjoying the sights of the Hanging Church of St. Mary or embark on a journey to see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque.

Giza: Enjoy a day gazing at the Great Pyramids of Giza and its treasures - the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the Colossus of Rames II.

Kom Ombo: Discover the temple of Kom-Ombo and discover the wonders of the duo gods Horus the Elder and Sobek.

Luxor: Spend the day discovering the wonders of the Luxor Museum.

Luxor: Visit the Temple of Amun and the formidable Avenue of the Sphinx where you can discover the remnants of ancient Thebes.

Temple of Philae: Enjoy a day filled of wonder at the Temple of Isis.

Valley of the Kings: Discover the ancient history behind the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs and Queen Hatshepsut's Temple at the Valley of the Kings.
DEPARTURE DATES AND PRICES
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06/08/2025 14/08/2025 £2,232 Book
20/08/2025 28/08/2025 £2,232 Book
03/09/2025 11/09/2025 £2,232 Book
10/09/2025 18/09/2025 £2,232 Book
01/10/2025 09/10/2025 £2,675 Book
08/10/2025 16/10/2025 £2,675 Book
15/10/2025 23/10/2025 £2,675 Book
22/10/2025 30/10/2025 £2,675 Book
29/10/2025 06/11/2025 £2,750 Book
01/04/2026 09/04/2026 £2,825 Book
08/04/2026 16/04/2026 £2,825 Book
15/04/2026 23/04/2026 £2,895 Book
22/04/2026 30/04/2026 £2,895 Book
29/04/2026 07/05/2026 £2,750 Book
06/05/2026 14/05/2026 £2,750 Book
13/05/2026 21/05/2026 £2,750 Book
20/05/2026 28/05/2026 £2,750 Book
27/05/2026 04/06/2026 £2,750 Book
03/06/2026 11/06/2026 £2,750 Book
10/06/2026 18/06/2026 £2,750 Book
17/06/2026 25/06/2026 £2,750 Book
24/06/2026 02/07/2026 £2,750 Book
01/07/2026 09/07/2026 £2,750 Book
08/07/2026 16/07/2026 £2,750 Book
15/07/2026 23/07/2026 £2,750 Book
22/07/2026 30/07/2026 £2,750 Book
29/07/2026 06/08/2026 £2,750 Book
05/08/2026 13/08/2026 £2,750 Book
12/08/2026 20/08/2026 £2,750 Book
19/08/2026 27/08/2026 £2,750 Book
26/08/2026 03/09/2026 £2,750 Book
02/09/2026 10/09/2026 £2,750 Book
09/09/2026 17/09/2026 £2,750 Book
16/09/2026 24/09/2026 £2,750 Book
23/09/2026 01/10/2026 £2,750 Book
30/09/2026 08/10/2026 £2,825 Book
07/10/2026 15/10/2026 £2,825 Book
14/10/2026 22/10/2026 £2,825 Book
21/10/2026 29/10/2026 £2,825 Book
28/10/2026 05/11/2026 £2,925 Book
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: Hilton Heliopolis - Meals:
DAY 2: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5: Nile Cruise - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6: Ramses Hilton - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7: Ramses Hilton - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8: Ramses Hilton - Meals: Breakfast
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Flight from Aswan to Cairo
  • Flight from Cairo to Luxor
  • Four-night luxury Nile Cruise
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Must-see sightseeing
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey
ITINERARY

Embark on an expedition to the land of the Pharaohs, starting your journey in Egypt’s effervescent capital, Cairo. On arrival at Cairo Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have time to relax after your journey. Refreshed and ready to embrace the intoxicating energy of this ancient and modern city, you’ll be thrilled with the many treasures that will give you a preview of what’s about to come – an incredible encounter with antiquities you’ll be sharing with friends for years to come.

Early this morning you'll meet your Travel Director and fly to Luxor and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship. This evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a welcome drink followed by dinner.

Journey to the final resting place of Egypt’s Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.

Sail upstream to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Standing at the threshold of the imposing Temple of Kom-Ombo on the banks of the Nile, you’ll imagine visitors over the centuries arriving to pay homage to the gods Horus the Elder and Sobek. Tour the Temple, learning all about its ‘double’ and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo of gods – one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, we’ll don our galabeas and toast to legends of the past and new friends.

Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid bedrock.

Enjoy a morning at leisure or perhaps join a once in a lifetime Optional Experience to Abu Simbel, carved into a solid rock cliff in Egypt’s Nubian Valley. As you approach the Great Temple, you’ll marvel at the four-seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and paying homage to the gods. Later this afternoon fly back to Cairo.

Take in the layers of Cairo’s history, starting with views of the Old Citadel before stepping inside the Alabaster Mosque. You’ll visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary, a key part of Egypt’s Christian heritage, then enjoy some free time for lunch. Later, head to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to see Tutankhamun’s treasures and get a closer look at Egypt’s ancient past.

The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures – the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Be mesmerized by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.

Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends.
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