Egyptian Sampler By World Journeys
Egyptian Sampler By World Journeys
9 Days / 8 Nights from $3,510 Price Per Person
Sales from 01 May 2023 to 31 December 2026
**Day 1: Cairo**
Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
**Day 2: Cairo**
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing to the mighty Pyramids of Giza. See the Sphinx hidden behind the Great Pyramid and afterwards head further into the desert. Visit the ancient capital of Memphis with its huge statue of Ramses II before continuing to the Step Pyramid at Sakkara.
**Day 3: Cairo > Aswan**
Today fly to Aswan and transfer to your cruise moored near the town centre. Optional flight to the temples at Abu Simbel. In the afternoon join your English-speaking guide and visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk at the granite quarries and take a motorboat across to Philae Temple.
**Day 4: Aswan > Edfu > Esna**
Set sail from Aswan this morning. It is a pretty section of river as you sail toward the twin temple of Kom Ombo. Visit the temple with its fascinating medicine wall, Nilometre and mummified crocodiles. Continue sailing for Edfu and visit the wonderful temple dedicated to Horus. Overnight near Esna where the ship will pass through a lock.
**Day 5: Esna > Luxor**
Sail early on to Luxor and visit the Valley of the Kings (entrance to the tomb of Tutankhamun is additional and paid locally), Colossi of Memnon and Queen Hatshepsut Temple. After lunch embark on a visit to the impressive temples of Karnak and Luxor, located right in the centre of town. This evening enjoy a dinner with live entertainment.
**Day 6: Luxor**
Disembark your cruise this morning after breakfast and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is spent at leisure.
**Day 7: Luxor > Cairo**
Fly to Cairo today and transfer to your hotel. The afternoon is spent at leisure.
**Day 8: Cairo**
Today you will visit incredible sites, starting with a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest museum in the world dedicated to a single civilization, packed with ancient treasures and archaeological marvels. Continue to the Citadel, visit Old Cairo and colourful Khan el Khalili Bazaar – great for picking up some last minute mementos of your journey.
**Day 9: Cairo**
You will be transferred to the airport where arrangements conclude.
Type of Journey: Tailor-made journey: This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.
Inclusions
- 5 nights’ accommodation in your category of choice
- 3 nights’ aboard Steigenberger Legacy in a Standard Cabin
- 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners
- Meet & Greet at all airports
- Economy class flights Cairo > Aswan and Luxor > Cairo
- Private transfers as per the itinerary
- English-speaking local guides
- Private sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Shared sightseeing onboard the cruise
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary