Cairo, Nile Cruise & Marsa Alam Vacation 11 days

  • Covid-19 Safe
  • Shared tour
  • Small group
  • Solo friendly
  • Family friendly

Cairo & Nile Cruise with Marsa Alam Vacation for 11 days - Discover the best of Egypt's historical places in this unique tailor-made trip to Egypt to do the best of Egypt's activities and visit the top historical places of Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Marsa Alam on the Red Sea. Over these 11 days' vacation in Egypt, you will discover the most fascinating wonders of ancient Egypt.

Day 1 Arrive in Egypt

Upon arrival our assistant will meet and assist you to finish all formalities then you will be transferred to your hotel, overnight at the hotel in Cairo.

Day 2 Pyramids - Sphinx - Sakkara Necropolises - Memphis

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel first thing in the morning, you will start by visiting the great pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx the Wonder of the Ancient World. Once there we'll have three hours to enjoy sights that will be permanently etched in your mind's eye - the Sphinx, and the three largest and most famous pyramids in the country, built for the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.

At lunchtime, you will have your lunch at a traditional restaurant to enjoy an Egypt typical menu which includes, among other dishes, delicious grilled chicken kebabs with vegetables, Tahini, and Arabic bread, etc.

Then, with the energy to face the afternoon, we'll make our way to the Saqqara necropolis, one of the most important links we have to the history of ancient Egypt where, amongst other things, you can see the pyramid of Djoser the oldest pyramid in Egypt.

Our final stop will be Memphis, the old capital of Egypt, a real open-air museum where you can see, among other monuments, the impressive 83-ton, 11-meter tall sculpture of Ramses II and the ruins of the ancient capital of Egypt, after this active and historical day back to your hotel.

Overnight at Cairo.

Day 3 Egyptian Museum - Old Cairo - Bazaar

Breakfast at the hotel is followed by another full-day tour, to the Egyptian museum, gaze at the wonders of King Tutankhamun, including his golden Mask, and lose yourself in the many rooms and galleries, where thousands of artifacts are awaiting your visit.

After that have lunch at a local restaurant, and then you will be taken on a tour of Cairo's famous Churches, the Hanging Church was built into the walls of the Fort of Babylon and its remains could be Cairo's oldest structures where it is said, the Holy Family took shelter in a cave, with the church being erected her to commemorate this. This whole area is a world-famous destination for Pilgrims, end your day by visiting Khan El Khalili Bazaar the oldest bazaar in Cairo and a part of Islamic Cairo enjoy your time then back to your hotel.

Overnight at Cairo.

Day 4 Cruising the Nile - Cairo - Aswan - Philae Temple

After your breakfast or (breakfast box) then our tour leader will escort you to the airport to take your flight from Cairo to Aswan it is about 1-hour flight (airfares included) upon arrival to Aswan your guide will meet and assist you then start your tour to the best of Aswan attractions and wonders, discover the Philae island and the temple of Goddess Isis Goddess of Love and beauty after that check in your Nile cruise, your lunch and dinner will be on board, stay three night on board of luxury Nile cruise.

Free of leisure rest of the day or join our optional tour to the Nubian village or Abu Simbel Temples all upon request.

All meals will be on board.

Day 5 Temples of The Gods - Temples of Sobek & Hours

A new day in your Egypt adventure, your Nile cruise will reach one of the best temples on the Nilethe temple of Kom Ombo and the crocodile museum with an amazing view of the Nile visit the temple dedicated to God Sobek god of Magic in ancient Egypt the temple dates back to the Greco-Roman era and still has a very big part in good condition also visit the recently opened the crocodile museum it has a unique collection of the crocodile mummies that have been discovered in the temples after this visit back to your cruise for lunch then reach your next destination afternoon, visit the Falcon temple of God Hours the best-preserved temple in Egypt you will visit the temple by horse carriage, after your tour in Edfu temple back to your Nile cruise and continue sailing towards Luxor dinner will be on board.

Day 6 Luxor

A new day in your adventure in Egypt, after your breakfast onboard visit the Valley of the Kings at the west bank of Luxor the burial place of the ancient Pharaohs, visit the colorful tombs of the great pharaohs Visit 3 tombs included in your ticket if you want to visit Tutankhamun tomb it is with an extra ticket you can get it on the spot, then visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut the first feminist in the history the woman who ruled ancient Egypt for 16 years and built many temples after this end this day by visiting the Giant statues of Memnon which was originally a part of the great temple of king Amonfosi III the grandfather of King Tutankhamun you can have lovely shopping at the Alabaster factory at the west bank for some handmade artifacts then back to your Nile cruise for lunch. rest of the day. Dinner on board. Overnight On board.

Day 7 East Bank of Luxor - Marsa Alam

Check out from your Cruise in Luxor and visit the temples of Karnak the biggest temple on Earth this temple is dedicated to The God Amun the main God of the New Kingdom then visit the Luxor temple after that start heading to Marsa Alam by private-air-conditioned vehicle 4 hours driving with some stops on the road, upon arrival check-in your luxurious resorts in Marsa Alam and enjoy the luxury service and incredible reef and 5 stars service your stay will be all-inclusive.

Day 8 Marsa Alam

A new day in your Egypt adventure at Marsa Alam soak up the sun and enjoy one of the best beach destinations in Egypt, enjoy excellent service and hospitality at your resort, there are many things to do in Marsa Alam such as Safari, Snorkeling, and Diving all these activities upon request as option trips when you are interested just ask our representative.

Day 9 Marsa Alam

Experience the life of Marsa Alam, Experience the best scuba diving in Egypt in the Red Sea. The marine life is incredible and most of the dive sites are still unspoiled with pristine reefs and excellent coral reefs. Enjoy your stay and you can join many excursions all upon request.

Day 10 Marsa Alam - Cairo

After breakfast check out from your resort in Marsa Alam then you will be escorted to Marsa Alam airport to fly back to Cairo upon arrival in Cairo our staff will meet and transfer you to your hotel in Cairo. Overnight at the Hotel in Cairo.

Day 11 Departure - Egypt Farewell

After breakfast, check out from the hotel according to your flight time the check-out is at 12:00pm but you can enjoy your hotel lobby then 4 hours before your flight time our tour leader will escort and transfer you by air-conditioned vehicle from the hotel to Cairo International Airport for your flight home.

What's included

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Inclusions

  • 4-Nights in Cairo in 5 stars hotel B&B
  • 3-Nights at 5 stars resort in Marsa Alam
  • 3 -Nights on Luxury Nile cruise full board
  • Airfare Cairo-Aswan
  • Airfare Marsa Alam -Cairo
  • All Taxes and services are including
  • The entrance fees
  • Transportation in a private A/ C Vehicle
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • All transfers as mentioned
  • Meet and assist
  • Pick up & drop off
  • Lunches during the tour at a local restaurant

Exclusions

  • International Flights
  • Tipping
  • Any Extras not mentioned

Details

Available in

English, French, German, Spanish, Italian


Available for

Infants, Children, Students, Adults, Seniors



Departure & Return

Start city: Cairo , Egypt

Pick up times available: 8:00

Pick up location: Hotel in Cairo

Ends at: Hotel in Cairo

Nearest airport: Cairo International Airport (CAI)



Covid-19 measures

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

Eco Features:

  • Education & exploration
    Education & exploration
    The product is educational rather than entertainment focused - it respects and gives insight into local traditions and/or environment
  • Licensed tour guide

Cancellation policy

0% cancellation fee - 7 days or more before the travel date
50% cancellation fee - between 3-6 days before the travel date
100% cancellation fee - between 0-2 days before the travel date

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from £1968 per person