Best of Egypt
Best of Egypt
Cairo
Luxor
Valley of the Kings
Kom Ombo, Egypt
Cairo
Cairo
A Trafalgar Coach
$3295
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Best of Egypt" tour, a captivating journey through the heart of ancient and modern Egypt. Begin in Cairo, exploring the Egyptian Museum and the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza. Fly to Luxor to discover the Valley of the Kings and the majestic temples of Karnak and Hatshepsut. Enjoy a luxurious four-night Nile cruise, visiting the Temple of Kom-Ombo and the Temple of Isis on Philae Island. In Aswan, sail a traditional felucca and marvel at the High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk. Experience local culture with a Be My Guest encounter in Luxor and a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience in Cairo. Travel in comfort with luxury accommodations and a professional Egyptologist guiding your adventure. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hilton Heliopolis
Accommodation Name: Hilton Heliopolis
Embark on an expedition to the land of the Pharaohs, starting your journey in Egypt’s effervescent capital, Cairo. On arrival at Cairo Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have time to relax after your journey. Refreshed and ready to embrace the intoxicating energy of this ancient and modern city, you’ll be thrilled with the many treasures that will give you a preview of what’s about to come – an incredible encounter with antiquities you’ll be sharing with friends for years to come.
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Day 2: Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise
Location: Luxor, Temple of Amun, Avenue of the Sphinx, Luxor Museum
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early this morning you'll meet your Travel Director and fly to Luxor and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship. This evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a welcome drink followed by dinner.
Day 3: A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings Connect with Locals
Location: Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey to the final resting place of Egypt’s Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.
Day 4: Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo
Location: Kom Ombo
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sail upstream to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Standing at the threshold of the imposing Temple of Kom-Ombo on the banks of the Nile, you’ll imagine visitors over the centuries arriving to pay homage to the gods Horus the Elder and Sobek. Tour the Temple, learning all about its ‘double’ and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo of gods – one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, we’ll don our galabeas and toast to legends of the past and new friends.
Day 5: Onwards to Aswan
Location: Kitchener's Island, Aswan Dam, Temple of Isis, Unfinished Obelisk
Accommodation: Nile Cruise
Accommodation Name: Nile Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid bedrock.
Day 6: Disembark and Fly to Cairo
Location: Abu Simbel, Cairo
Accommodation: Ramses Hilton
Accommodation Name: Ramses Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a morning at leisure or perhaps join a once in a lifetime Optional Experience to Abu Simbel, carved into a solid rock cliff in Egypt’s Nubian Valley. As you approach the Great Temple, you’ll marvel at the four-seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and paying homage to the gods. Later this afternoon fly back to Cairo.
Day 7: Discover Colorful Cairo
Location: Citadel, Cairo, Alabaster Mosque, Cairo, Hanging Church of St. Mary, Cairo, Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo
Accommodation: Ramses Hilton
Accommodation Name: Ramses Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover the layers of Cairo’s history as you take in views of the Old Citadel before stepping inside the Alabaster Mosque. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary, a landmark of Egypt’s Christian heritage, then enjoy free time for lunch. Later, stand before Tutankhamun’s legendary treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)*, a showcase of Egypt’s ancient wonders. *Subject to departure date and the museum’s full opening.
Day 8: Admire the Wonders of Giza
Location: Great Pyramids of Giza, Colossus of Ramses II, Step Pyramid of Saqqara, Great Sphinx of Giza
Accommodation: Ramses Hilton
Accommodation Name: Ramses Hilton
Meals Included: Breakfast
The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures – the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Be mesmerized by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Day 9: Farewell Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends.
What's Included
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Professional Egyptologist/Travel Director
A professional English speaking Egyptologist or Travel Director will accompany you throughout your journey.
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Cherry-picked hotels
Accommodation in carefully selected hotels that are tried and trusted.
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Porterage and restaurant gratuities
Porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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Hotel tips, charges, and local taxes
Hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Includes must-see sightseeing and surprise extras.
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Audio headsets for sightseeing
Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi or alternative transportation like rail journeys.
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Four-night luxury Nile Cruise
Enjoy a four-night luxury cruise on the Nile.
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Flight from Aswan to Cairo
Includes a flight from Aswan to Cairo.
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Optional Experiences and free time
Optional experiences and free time are available during the tour.
What's Not Included
International Airfare
International airfare to/from the start/end of your trip is not included in the trip price.
Mode of Transport
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, and enjoy flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo, along with a traditional felucca sail on the Nile.
Accommodation
Stay in carefully selected hotels like the Hilton Heliopolis and Ramses Hilton, and enjoy a luxurious four-night Nile Cruise.
Dining Summary
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- 4 Lunch (L)
- 4 Dinner (D)
Dive Into Culture
- Cairo: Enjoy a visit to Cairo’s Egyptian Museum, home to a remarkable collection of Egyptian antiquities including the world-famous ‘Mask of Tutankhamun’.
Iconic Experience
- Luxor: Spend the day discovering the wonders of the Luxor Museum.
- Luxor: Visit the Temple of Amun and the formidable Avenue of the Sphinx where you can discover the remnants of ancient Thebes.
- Valley of the Kings: Discover the ancient history behind the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs and Queen Hatshepsut's Temple at the Valley of the Kings.
- Kom Ombo: Discover the temple of Kom-Ombo and discover the wonders of the duo gods Horus the Elder and Sobek.
- Temple of Philae: Enjoy a day filled of wonder at the Temple of Isis.
- Cairo: Explore the vast collection of ancient artefacts, from royal treasures to everyday objects that reveal life in Egypt thousands of years ago. Discover statues, jewelery and mummies, with some of the most famous pieces linked to the legendary Tutankhamun.
- Cairo: Spend your day enjoying the sights of the Hanging Church of St. Mary or embark on a journey to see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque.
- Giza: Enjoy a day gazing at the Great Pyramids of Giza and its treasures - the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the Colossus of Rames II.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Best of Egypt tour?
The tour includes a 'Be My Guest' experience in Luxor where you will meet the El Boerey family and enjoy local culinary traditions. Additionally, there is a 'Make Travel Matter' experience in Cairo where you will visit a local weaving school to learn about traditional Egyptian carpet weaving. ...more ...less
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo, and a traditional felucca sail on the Nile.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on the tour?
You will stay in carefully selected hotels such as the Hilton Heliopolis and Ramses Hilton, and enjoy a luxurious four-night Nile Cruise.
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Who will guide us during the tour?
A professional English-speaking Egyptologist or Travel Director will accompany you throughout your journey.
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Are there any optional experiences available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional experiences available, including a once-in-a-lifetime visit to Abu Simbel.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour includes 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Best of Egypt
9 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Luxor, Temple of Amun, Avenue of the Sphinx, Luxor Museum, Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, Kom Ombo, Kitchener's Island, Aswan Dam, Temple of Isis, Unfinished Obelisk, Abu Simbel, Citadel, Cairo, Alabaster Mosque, Cairo, Hanging Church of St. Mary, Cairo, Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Great Pyramids of Giza, Colossus of Ramses II, Step Pyramid of Saqqara, Great Sphinx of Giza ...more ...less
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Tour code:
EGBOZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
