Festive King Tut with Cruise - 10 days

Festive King Tut with Cruise - 10 days

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Festive King Tut with Cruise - 10 days

10 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt

Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Luxor

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 24

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

15-

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests

Trip Styles:

Cruise, Special Events

Interests:

Cultural, History

From: $2425

NB: Prices correct on 23-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 10-day adventure through Egypt with the "Festive King Tut with Cruise" tour. Begin your journey in Cairo, where you'll marvel at the iconic Pyramids of Giza and explore the treasures of King Tutankhamun at the Grand Egyptian Museum. Travel to Aswan and enjoy a serene boat trip to the Philae Temple, followed by a vibrant stroll through local souqs. Experience the luxury of a 5-star Nile cruise, visiting the Temple of Kom Ombo and the ancient wonders of Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Karnak. With expert guidance from a qualified Egyptologist, this small group tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation, complete with comfortable accommodations and delicious meals. Conclude your Egyptian odyssey back in Cairo, enriched with unforgettable memories.

Highlights

  • Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza and explore the Necropolis of Saqqara.

  • Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings and see the towering Colossi of Memnon.

  • Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the Luxor Temple at night.

  • Aswan - Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island to explore the romantic Philae Temple.

  • Nile cruising - Enjoy a 3-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star Nile cruiser.

  • Kom Ombo - Visit the Nile side Temple of Kom Ombo.

  • Explore the treasures of King Tut at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Welcome to Egypt and the start of your holiday! Arrive Cairo and included transfer to hotel. Welcome meeting at 7pm.

Day 2 : Pyramids Of Giza

Location: Giza

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit the legendary Pyramids of Giza and iconic Sphinx today, before continuing to Saqqara to see Zhoser’s step pyramid.

Day 3 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: overnight in Sleeper train

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cairo - Aswan. This morning we join our guided tour of the incredible new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. This vast 490,000 sq.m complex showcases an astonishing collection of artefacts from nearly every period of ancient Egyptian history. Among the highlights are treasures of King Tutankhamun, with plans for his famous solid gold funerary mask to eventually be showcased here, alongside many items being exhibited for the first time. Later, we make our way to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which remains home to a vast collection of statues, jewellery, and sarcophagi. Here, we’ll see the well-preserved mummies of Yuya and Thuyu, high-ranking nobles and the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. Some mummies are so well preserved they still have thick locks of hair and visible fingernails. After our excursion, we return to the hotel to enjoy some free time by the pool before boarding our overnight sleeper train to Aswan.

Day 4 : Aswan

Location: Aswan

Accommodation Name: overnight in Aswan - Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrival Aswan. Today we enjoy a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island for beautiful Philae Temple. We then make a short stop at a traditional perfume oil emporium before checking into our 5 star cruiser.

Day 5 : Aswan

Location: Aswan

Accommodation Name: overnight in Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Optional early morning visit to Abu Simbel (best pre booked with your consultant to secure your place) before returning to our cruiser that, this afternoon will cruise the River Nile to Kom Ombo where we disembark to visit the temple.

Day 6 : Nile Cruising

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Relax and let your troubles melt away as we cruise to 4000 year-old Luxor. Upon arrival to Luxor we have free time to independently explore this ancient city.

Day 7 : Luxor

Location: Luxor

Meals Included: Breakfast

Disembark and hotel check in. Free time and tonight, you can opt to visit the Temple of Luxor (book locally).

Day 8 : Luxor

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: Sleeper Train

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we cross to the West Bank, highlights today include the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings and the colonnaded Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. After lunch, we visit the colossal Temple of Karnak and tonight we return by overnight sleeper train to Cairo.

Day 9 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Arrive Cairo and hotel check in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relax, independently explore or perhaps head to the famous Khan el Khalili bazaar to buy some souvenirs.

Day 10 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Sadly, our amazing holiday comes to an end and we bid farewell to our guide and fellow travellers. Included airport departure transfer.

What's Included

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 3 dinners are included.

  • Accommodation

    4 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights aboard a 5 star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabin are included.

  • Transportation

    2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin are included.

  • Airport Transfers

    Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 10 are included.

  • Touring

    Touring of Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan, and Luxor is included.

  • Tour Guide

    The tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.

  • Transfers and Transportation

    All relevant transfers and transportation are included.

What's Not Included

  • International Flights and Visa

    International flights and visa are not included.

  • Tour Guide Tip

    Tip for your tour guide is not included.

    It is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller, though tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees ranging from USD$100-120 per person, paid in local currency, are not included.

Age Policy

15+ if accompanied by an adult. 15+ for all tours that include a Nile Cruiser. Where a tour includes an overnight felucca the Min age is 18 yrs, except 'with teens' tours as life jackets are worn'.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with airport transfers on day 1 and day 10, and enjoy the convenience of two overnight trains with private 2-berth sleeper cabins. Cruise the Nile from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star Nile Cruiser, and explore Egypt with all relevant transfers and transportation included.

Accommodation

Enjoy 4 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights aboard a luxurious 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins. Experience the comfort of private 2-berth sleeper cabins on two overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 4 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins. Additionally, there are 2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin.

  • Is there a tour guide provided during the trip?

    Yes, the tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    Yes, airport arrival and departure transfers are included on day 1 and day 10 of the tour.

  • What meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes breakfast daily, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners.

  • Are entrance fees included in the tour price?

    No, entrance fees are not included. They are estimated to be USD$100-120 per person, paid in local currency.

  • Is tipping expected during the tour?

    Tipping is not included in the tour price. It is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller for your guide, though tipping is ultimately a personal gesture.

  • What is the age policy for this tour?

    The minimum age for the tour is 15 years if accompanied by an adult. For tours that include a Nile Cruiser, the minimum age is also 15 years. If the tour includes an overnight felucca, the minimum age is 18 years, except for 'with teens' tours where life jackets are worn.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Simla Patel (Google Reviewer)  

This company doesn’t deserve even...

26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare

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Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)  

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09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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