AFFORDABLE EGYPT

7 days / 6 nights

 

Most famous symbols of Egyptian Culture

 

Affordable Egypt is for those wanting a good product but more interested in seeing the sites in a shorter time. It covers the highlights of Egypt with a 3 night stay in Cairo visiting the Pyramids, Sphinx, National Museum and more. Combined with a 3 night Nile cruise, this is a perfect package for a short getaway or to join with other countries.

 

INCLUSIONS

  • 3 night hotel accommodation in double occupancy 4*
  • 3 night Nile cruise in double occupancy 4* standard cruise
  • Domestic flights Cairo-Aswan, Luxor-Cairo (we do not recommend taking the overnight trains)
  • Return airport transfers in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan
  • Sightseeing with air conditioned vehicles
  • English speaking local guides
  • 12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

 

Not included · International airfare · Egyptian Visa: approx $30USD · Gratuities to hotel & cruise personnel, guides and drivers, approx: $60 · Beverages · Optional tours

 

Minimum 2 passengers are required

 *Dec 10-Jan 7 – seasonal surcharge may apply

 

**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment.

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DAY 1 CAIRO (WEDNESDAY)

Arrive in Cairo. After clearing customs and collecting your luggage, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Cairo. Accommodation: Ramses Hilton 4*(or similar) / Mena House 5*(for 2 nights)
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DAY 2 CAIRO (THURSDAY)

Today is the day you’ve been waiting for! Visit the magnificent pyramids of Giza and admire the mysterious Sphinx. Spend some time taking photos of these legendary creations. Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Antiquities housing over 120,000 objects from the Pharaonic and Graeco-Roman periods.(B)
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DAY 3 CAIRO - ASWAN – CRUISE (FRIDAY)

Transfer to the airport for your early flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, transfer to the pier and board your cruise. Visit the High Dam and the Philae Temple. Enjoy a cruise on a Felucca. Visit the Nubian Museum. Then board your ship and set sail to Kom Ombo and visit the two temples Sobek and Haeroris. Sail to Edfu and overnight. (B/L/D) Accommodation: Nile Goddess Cruise 4*/ Movenpick Lilly or Lotus cruise 5* or similar –for 3 nights
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DAY 4 CRUISE (SATURDAY)

This morning set sail to Esna and cross the lock. Enjoy sailing all day. Arrive in Luxor and overnight. (B/L/D)
River Nile in Egypt. Luxor, Africa.
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DAY 5 CRUISE (SUNDAY)

Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Kings & Queens, Hatshepsut Temple) in Luxor. Visit the temples of Karnak and Luxor in the East Bank. Overnight in Luxor. (B/L/D)
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DAY 6 CRUISE: LUXOR (END OF CRUISE) - CAIRO (MONDAY)

Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. (B) Accommodation: Ramses Hilton 4*(or similar) / Mena House 5*(or similar) for 1 night
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DAY 7 CAIRO (TUESDAY)

Transfer to the airport for your ongoing flights. (B)