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7-Day Egyptian Journey

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Overview

A great way to visit Egypt: combine the city classic sightseeing in the crazy city of Cairo and the old city of Thebes in the Nile Valley, Luxor.

You'll start in Cairo with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, the heart of all knowledge in Egyptian history. Later in your trip, you'll visit the Great Pyramids of Giza as well as the oldest pyramids in Egypt at Saqqara.

An Egypt trip is not complete without a spot of shopping in the famous bazaar of Khan el Khalili, whether you like to shop or just people watch from the famous el Fishawy Coffeeshop. Luxor is your next stop with its incredible temples and the Valley of the Kings and Queens and a taster sail on the Nile.

This trip is a great option for those with a short amount of time, but who wish to visit the heart of what represents Egypt.
Culture & Arts
Sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Cairo

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Arrive in Cairo

Your tour leader will be waiting to welcome you upon arrival at Cairo International Airport. You'll then have a private transfer to the centre of Cairo where you'll check into your hotel. The rest of the day will be free for you to relax at your hotel after your long journey or explore the city on your own. Cairo is a kaleidoscope of sights, smells and sounds oozing from its narrow streets and bustling markets. You'll have the option to attend an evening cultural performance in old Cairo.

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    Accommodation

    Barcelo Cairo Pyramids4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time in Cairo

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Cairo International Airport to TIBA Pyramids Hotel

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    Destinations

    Giza

    Cairo

Day 2

Pyramids of Giza & Egyptian Museum of Antiquities

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Pyramids of Giza & Egyptian Museum of Antiquities

Today, you'll visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities where you will see a mesmerising display of artefacts including the spectacular Tutankhamun collection. You'll enjoy lunch in the beautiful Azhar Park, before heading to the Citadel. In the evening, you can explore Khan El Khalili bazaar, one of the largest bazaars in the Middle East, with a kaleidoscope of colours, sounds and smells from the exotic spices and perfumes on display. You'll take an overnight train to Luxor in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Overnight Train Journey to Luxor

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Museum of Egyptian Antiquities

    Salah El Din Citadel

    Khan El Khalili Bazaar

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    Restaurants

    Al Azhar Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Giza

    Cairo

    Cairo Governorate

Day 3

Luxor Temple & Karnak Temples

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Luxor Temple & Karnak Temples

This morning, you'll arrive in Luxor after your overnight train from Cairo. Upon arrival, you'll check into your hotel if possible, then you'll head out to explore the main sights of Luxor. You'll begin at Luxor Temple, a large ancient Egyptian temple that was of great importance in the ancient capital city of Thebes. In the evening, you'll see the sound and light show at Karnak Temple, a vast and varied mix of decayed temples, chapels, pylons and other buildings.

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    Accommodation

    Nile Valley Hotel & Restaurant2.5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Luxor Temple

    Karnak Temples

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Luxor to Luxor Temple

    Private Driver from Luxor Temple to Nile Valley Hotel & Restaurant

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Cairo

    Luxor

    Luxor Governorate

Day 4

Valley of Kings & Mortuary Temple of Hepshatsut

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Valley of Kings & Mortuary Temple of Hepshatsut

Today is a full day of sightseeing around Luxor, including a kalesa ride. Beginning with a tour to Valley of the Kings and Queens, you'll visit the tombs, and then move on to the funerary temple of the first female Pharaoh Queen, Hatshepsut. Today, you'll also have the option of an early hot air balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings - simply breathtaking! The evening transfer to Hurghada will take around four hours.

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    Accommodation

    Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Valley of the Kings

    Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Nile Valley Hotel & Restaurant to Valley of the Kings

    Private Driver from Valley of the Kings to Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

    Private Driver from Luxor Governorate to Hurghada

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Luxor Governorate

    New Valley Governorate

    Hurghada

Day 5

Free Time in Hurghada on the Red Sea

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Free Time in Hurghada on the Red Sea

Today, you'll spend the day at your own leisure with optional activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving, quad biking and sunset camel treks on offer if you choose to do so. Your local guide will introduce you to all possibilities during your stay. Hurghada is one of Egypt's best holiday destinations stretching 40 kilometres along the Red Sea Coast offering numerous diving and snorkelling opportunities.

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    Accommodation

    Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Time in Hurghada

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hurghada

Day 6

Fly to Cairo, Explore Saqqarra & Giza Pyramids

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Fly to Cairo, Explore Saqqarra & Giza Pyramids

Today, you'll take an early morning flight from Hurghada to Cairo and head straight into the desert to visit Egypt's oldest pyramid at Saqqara. After a light lunch of traditional Egyptian food, you'll visit the Giza Plateau and Sphinx. These are both incredible monuments of natural importance to Egypt, they are arguably the most well known ancient monuments in the world and you'll be blown away by their beauty when you lay eyes on them.

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    Accommodation

    Le Passage Hotel and Casino5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Saqqara Necropolis

    Great Pyramid of Giza

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hurghada to Hurghada International Airport

    Plane from Hurghada to Cairo International Airport

    Private Driver from Cairo International Airport to Saqqara Necropolis

    Private Driver from Saqqara Necropolis to Cairo

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Hurghada

    Giza Governorate

    Cairo Governorate

Day 7

Depart Cairo

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Depart Cairo

Thank you for choosing to visit Egypt! Depending on your departure time from Cairo, you can spend the morning relaxing in Cairo before your departure flight.

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    Activities

    Free Time in Cairo

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Cairo to Cairo International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cairo Governorate

    Cairo

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 9 activities
  • 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 1 dinner
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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