Best of Egypt – April 7 to October 27, 2027 (9 Days) - From £2,381

Africa Egypt
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: 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 Sphinxes 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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07/04/2027 15/04/2027 £2,850   Book
14/04/2027 22/04/2027 £2,850   Book
21/04/2027 29/04/2027 £2,850   Book
28/04/2027 06/05/2027 £2,675   Book
05/05/2027 13/05/2027 £2,675   Book
12/05/2027 20/05/2027 £2,675   Book
19/05/2027 27/05/2027 £2,675   Book
26/05/2027 03/06/2027 £2,675   Book
02/06/2027 10/06/2027 £2,675   Book
09/06/2027 17/06/2027 £2,675   Book
16/06/2027 24/06/2027 £2,675   Book
23/06/2027 01/07/2027 £2,675   Book
30/06/2027 08/07/2027 £2,675   Book
07/07/2027 15/07/2027 £2,675   Book
14/07/2027 22/07/2027 £2,675   Book
21/07/2027 29/07/2027 £2,675   Book
04/08/2027 12/08/2027 £2,675   Book
11/08/2027 19/08/2027 £2,675   Book
18/08/2027 26/08/2027 £2,675   Book
25/08/2027 02/09/2027 £2,675   Book
01/09/2027 09/09/2027 £2,675   Book
08/09/2027 16/09/2027 £2,675   Book
15/09/2027 23/09/2027 £2,825   Book
22/09/2027 30/09/2027 £2,825   Book
29/09/2027 07/10/2027 £2,825   Book
06/10/2027 14/10/2027 £2,825   Book
13/10/2027 21/10/2027 £2,825   Book
20/10/2027 28/10/2027 £2,825   Book
27/10/2027 04/11/2027 £2,925   Book
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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

Welcome to Cairo, Egypt’s dynamic capital and the start of your journey through the land of the Pharaohs. After your airport transfer, take time to unwind and get settled. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over a drink. It’s your first chance to connect and get a feel for this extraordinary city.

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 for 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 and learn about its ‘double’ and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo, one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, don your 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 in 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, marvel at the four-seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and tributes to the gods. Later this afternoon, fly back to Cairo.

Discover the layers of Cairo’s history as you take in views of the Old Citadel before stepping inside the Alabaster Mosque. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary, a landmark of Egypt’s Christian heritage, then enjoy free time for lunch. Later, stand before Tutankhamun’s legendary treasures with an Egyptologist, a showcase of Egypt’s ancient wonders.

The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and you 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 mesmerised 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. This evening, gather with your Travel Director and fellow travellers over a drink and snacks to mark your final night in Egypt.

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