A Taste of Egypt
Discover ancient Egypt: Cairo, its capital; Aswan, gateway to Africa; Luxor, site of Luxor and Karnak temples; the iconic Pyramids of Cheops and Chephren; 3 nights aboard a deluxe Nile cruise ship.
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | Group Size | 16 travelers max | |
| Themes | History & Culture, River Cruises | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. Expect early wake up times and very long days in order to fit in all included visits. The Nile cruise portion of this tour can total up to 100 passengers. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Step back in time and discover the ancient wonders of Egypt on our A Taste of Egypt tour. Enjoy nine fascinating days exploring this historic country, starting in the sprawling capital city of Cairo, where East and West meet in a wonderful mix of precious antiquities and bustling modern life. Explore the treasures in the Egyptian Museum, browse the ancient bazaars and visit the Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza. Fly to Aswan and embark on a three-night deluxe Nile River cruise, touring the East Bank of the Nile from Aswan to Kom Ombo and Esna to Luxor and the Temple of Karnak. Egypt is known as the world's greatest outdoor museum, and you'll soon discover why it is a bucket list destination for world travelers.
Package includes
- Flights
- Cruise
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights from New York (JFK) via EgyptAir, including taxes & fees
- Arrival & departure transfers with meeting, assistance and porterage
- All intra-Egypt flights and ground transportation
- 4 nights Deluxe hotel accommodations in Cairo
- 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise ship in an outside, middle deck cabin
- 16 meals: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 4 dinners, including a welcome dinner
- All shore excursions on Nile Cruise
- Comprehensive touring program including entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist tour director and local guides
Optional add-ons
- Exciting optional excursions in Cairo and to Abu Simbel
Why you'll love it
- Spend 3 nights sailing along the Nile River aboard your deluxe Nile cruise ship.
- Browse the Egyptian Museum's extensive collection of ancient treasures.
- Marvel at the mysterious Sphinx and the great Pyramids of Cheops and Chephren.
- Tour the granite quarries at Aswan's High Dam, which controls the Nile and is Egypt's major source of hydroelectric power.
- Share a pot of tea with a family in a local village.
- Enjoy the exotic sights and sounds of the famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar where bargaining for souvenirs is a must.
- View the unique and fascinating drawings at the Temple of Kom Ombo.
- Sail from Esna to Luxor, the capital of the New Kingdom and an important trade center of the ancient world.
- Visit the Temple of Karnak, one of the most signification monuments of the Pharaonic legacy.
- Explore the Valley of the Kings, once a royal burial ground for pharaohs.
- Discover the ancient mysteries of King Tut on an included tour of his tomb in Luxor.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA
- 2 Cairo
- 3 Cairo
- Optional Excursion: Citadel of Saladin & Alabaster Mosque , $50
- Optional Excursion: Walking Tour Along El Moez Street and Dinner , $50
- 4 Aswan
- 5 Aswan & Kom Ombo
- Optional Excursion: Abu Simbel , $330
- 6 Esna & Luxor
- 7 Luxor & Cairo
- Optional Excursion: Hot Air Balloon (purchased locally) , $130
- 8 Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx
- Optional Excursion: Inner Chamber of the Great Pyramid at Giza (purchased locally) , $25
- Optional Excursion: Memphis & Sakkara , $60
- 9 Cairo/USA
Dates & Prices
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Check in for your overnight flight for Cairo
Day 2 Cairo
- Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel
- Enjoy the afternoon at leisure
- Evening panoramic tour of the city
- Get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner at a local restaurant
InterContinental Cairo Semiramis or similarDinner
Day 3 Cairo
- Discover the treasures of the Egyptian Museum
- Experience the sights and sounds of the Khan El Khalili Bazaar
InterContinental Cairo Semiramis or similarBreakfast
Day 4 Aswan
- Morning flight from Cairo to Aswan
- See Aswan's High Dam and the granite quarries
- Embark on your Nile cruise and enjoy lunch aboard
- Visit Philae Temple and enjoy a cup of tea at a Nubian house
- Take a tour by felucca
MS TulipBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 5 Aswan & Kom Ombo
- Morning at leisure
- Tour the Temple of Kom Ombo
MS TulipBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6 Esna & Luxor
- Sail to Luxor
- Tour the East Bank of the Nile and the Temple of Karnak
MS TulipBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 7 Luxor & Cairo
- Disembark after breakfast
- Tour the West Bank of the Nile and the Valley of the Kings via motor coach
- Visit the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Discover the ancient tomb of King Tutankhamun
InterContinental Cairo Semiramis or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 8 Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx
- Tour the Pyramids of Cheops and Chephren
- Afternoon at leisure or join an optional excursion
InterContinental Cairo Semiramis or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 9 Cairo/USA
- Bid farewell to Egypt as you're escorted to the airport for your return flight
- Arrive in the USA later today
Breakfast
Hotel & Ship
Hotel
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
Cruise Ship
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Travel visas are required for this package. Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
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