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Egypt Upgraded — Plus
12 days, Cairo to Cairo
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Part of our new Travel with Confidence Plus Collection, this trip features a smaller group size, private transportation, en-suite bathrooms, and a discounted rate for My Own Room. Encompassing Egypt’s greatest highlights and a three-day Nile cruise, this adventure enhances a wide variety of included activities with the expertise of our Chief Experience Officers (CEOs), through whom you’ll gain a greater appreciation of the region’s history and archaeological finds. Discover the secrets of the Great Pyramids and explore the Valley of the Kings, then meet local people and share a traditional meal. A combination of air-conditioned transport and domestic flights will get you to the sights (and your comfortable accommodations) quickly and conveniently. From ancient history to bustling modern Cairo, embark on an incredible journey to the very heart of Egypt.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 12, Avg 10.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Cairo to Cairo
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Trip Code: DPEEE
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Itinerary
Day 1Cairo
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2Cairo/Alexandria
Embark on a guided tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Continue to the historic Mediterranean city of Alexandria.
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BreakfastDay 3Alexandria
Spend the day exploring this ancient seaside city, including Pompey's Pillar, the catacombs, and the new Alexandria Library. In the afternoon opt to explore the city further on a guided tour, or see the sights at your own pace. It's up to you!
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BreakfastDay 4Alexandria/Cairo
Head back to Cairo, and stop for a tour inside the monasteries of Wadi Natrun en route. In the afternoon explore the treasures of the Egyptian Museum.
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BreakfastDay 5Cairo/Aswān
Catch an early morning flight to Aswan. Opt to explore the busy Aswan market or visit the beautiful Philae Temple. Later, take a scenic felucca ride on the Nile to a Nubian village and enjoy a home cooked dinner with locals.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Aswān
Early in the morning, drive to the famed temples of Abu Simbel for a guided tour. Later, board our river cruise ship for the night.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Aswān/Kom Ombo
Spend your day floating down the Nile on a luxury river boat with a guided tour of Kom Ombo Temple en route. Relax on the outside decks with a drink, watching the passing desert sands and enjoying the scenery
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Kom Ombo/Luxor
Continuing cruising the Nile, relaxing and taking in the desert scenery while observing daily life along the river. Arrive to Luxor in the evening.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Luxor
Enjoy a guided visit to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy lunch with a local family on the West Bank of the Nile.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 10Luxor
Enjoy an excursion to the magnificent temples of Karnak and Luxor. In the afternoon, use free time to explore the bazaar, museums or opt to take a guided tour of the temples of Habu, Ramsseum and Deir El Medina.
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BreakfastDay 11Luxor/Cairo
Catch a flight back to Cairo and enjoy another day exploring this wonderful city. Visit the bazaar, any museums you missed or opt to explore nearby Sakkara and Memphis on a guided tour.
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BreakfastDay 12Cairo
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Boat ride to Nubian Village with Traditional Meal, Aswān
- Your Local Living Moment: Lunch with a Local Family, Luxor
- Arrival transfer
- All entrance fees to included monuments
- Guided tour of the Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx
- Visit the Library of Alexandria, catacombs, and Pompey’s Pillar
- Guided visit of the Egyptian Museum
- Tour of Abu Simbel
- Three-night Nile cruise
- Tour of Kom Ombo Temple
- Visit the Colossi of Memnon
- Excursion to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Luxor and Karnak Temples
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (8 nts), Nile cruise boat (3 nts).
Meals
11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Allow USD300-390 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private air-conditioned van, felucca, Nile cruise boat, plane, walking.
Staff & experts
Certified Egyptologist as CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.