Highlights of Egypt

Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 - Hello, Egypt !
• Welcome to Cairo - Egypt’s capital – built on the banks of the river Nile. The main attractions in Cairo are primarily the various historical landmarks that dot the area from ancient to more recent times. There are also other attractions such as palaces, historical mosques, mausoleums, citadels and much more and Cairo is also known for its nightlife and various cafes.
• Upon arrival at the Cairo International airport, you will be met by our local representative who will assist you. Head to your hotel while passing through Old Cairo to enjoy the panoramic view of the citadel with the towering Mosque of Mohamed Ali. Pass by Sultan Hassan & El Refaie mosques. Spend the day relaxing and taking in the breath- taking sights this colourful city has to offer. Else, you may opt to head out for a Sound and Light Show by the Pyramids (available at additional cost).

• Overnight stay at the hotel in the comforts of your room at Cairo.

Day 2 - Cairo
• Rise to a beautiful day and Savour a hearty breakfast.
• Today morning you will be met at the hotel by your guide for a full day tour of the Pyramids at Giza, Sphinx, papyrus fair, perfume factory and cotton shop. Thereafter visit the Egyptian Museum. Designed in the Neoclassical style by Marcel Dourgnon, the Egyptian Museum boasts 107 halls filled with artifacts dating from the prehistoric through the Roman periods, with the majority of the collection focused on the pharaonic era. The museum houses approximately 160,000 objects covering 5,000 years of Egypt's past. Post the visit to Egyptian Museum, proceed to Khan El-Khalili Bazaar. No visit to Cairo is Complete without a stop at the Khan El-Khalili bazaar, where you will be transported back in time to an old Arab souk. Shop owners calling you to their stalls, the scent of spices, the hustle and bustle of trade, and the many beautiful objects that can purchased will have you lost among alleys for hours. Put your
haggling skills to the test when buying statuettes, spices, souvenirs, silver jewellery, t-shirts, galabiyyas, belly dancing costumes, or anything for that matter. When your shopping’s done, do not miss out on a traditional cup of tea at the famous Fishawi’s cafe (own expense).
• Overnight stay in Cairo.

Day 3 - Cairo - Aswan - Nile Cruise
• Wake up and grab a delicious breakfast at the hotel.
• Early morning, check out of the hotel and get transferred to the Cairo domestic airport to board your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival in Aswan airport, proceed for a guided trip to the High Dam and the Temple of Philae. The latter is a special site, a shrine to Isis: your guide will explain how UNESCO took steps to relocate it to save it from flooding. Thereafter, proceed to the Nile cruise for check-in.
• Overnight on-board the cruise.

Day 4 - Nile Cruise
• Enjoy a lovely breakfast onboard. You may opt to tour great Temples of Abu Simble (additional cost). Flanked by four giant stone statues of Ramses II. The Temple was reclaimed from the dam to rescue from the rising water of Lake Nasser and reconstructed in its present site. Prepare to be blown away by the magnificence of these temples. They are undisputedly one of the world's most breathtaking monuments, and Egypt's second most visited touristic site. The most remarkable feature of the temple of Abu-Simbel is that the construction is oriented in a way that twice a year, the morning sun rays shine through the length of the inner temple cave and illuminate the statues of the four gods seated at the end of the cave.
• Next up, Sail to Kom Ombo to visit The Ptolemaic Temple shared by two gods Sobek & Haeroris. Visit the Kom Ombo Temple which is about 30 miles (48 km) north of Aswan and was built during the Graeco-Roman period. The temple is unique because it is in fact a double temple, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. The layout combines two temples in one with each side having its own gateways and chapels. The rest of the day is spent sailing to Edfu.
• Overnight on-board the cruise.

Day 5 - Nile Cruise
• After a lip-smacking breakfast, get ready to experience the energy of Edfu.
• Today visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, where your guide takes you through the different halls and antechambers, explaining their significance. The well preserved Temple of Horus is the second biggest temple in Egypt. The temple is believed to have been built on the site of the great Horus-Seth battle. The rest of the day is spent sailing to Luxor. Enjoy the beautiful scenery pass by.
• Overnight on-board the cruise.

Day 6 - Nile Cruise - Luxor - Cairo
• Indulge in a scrumptious breakfast onboard. Check-out after breakfast.
• Make way to visit most famous sites on Luxor's West Bank - Valley of the Kings, and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Step back in time to ancient Egypt as you explore the elaborate tombs of the Valley of the Kings, visit the unique design of the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the towering statues of the Colossi of Memnon. In the evening visit the age-old Temples of Karnak and Luxor Temple on the Nile’s East Bank. Explore the giant columns of the Hypostyle Hall, walk the Avenue of the Sphinxes, and see other highlights as you learn their history. Then, head for Luxor Temple to admire its columns, courts and statues; and discover how it was embellished by Tutankhamun and Alexander the Great.
• Collect your luggage and head to Luxor Airport to board your onward flight to Cairo (must be evening flight).
• Overnight stay at Hotel in Cairo.

Day 7 - Depart Luxor
• All great holidays must end. Relish a yummy breakfast at the hotel and pack your bags and memories
• Check-out from the hotel and get transferred to the Cairo airport for your onward flight back to India.
Tour Ends.

Tour Inclusions

• Accommodation for 3 Night's in Cairo
• Accommodation for 3 Night's on-board Nile Cruise
• Daily Breakfast (Except Day 1)
• Sightseeing as per itinerary
• Full day visit of the Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, papyrus fair, perfume factory and cotton shop.
• Visit Egyptian Museum and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
• Guided trip to the High Dam and the Temple of Philae
• Visit Kom Ombo Temple
• Visit Edfu Temple
• Visit Valley of Kings, Queen Hatchepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon
• Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
• Return Airport Transfers
• All Tours and Transfers are on Seat in Coach Basis

Tour Exclusions

• Government Service Tax 5% as applicable
• Any items of personal nature viz. telephone, beverages, laundry, Tips gratuities etc and other things not mentioned in our itinerary.
• Any other service or meal which is not mentioned in above inclusions.
• Costs of meals on internal domestic flights are not included in the tour price.
• Cost of excursions, sightseeing tours, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passengers, other than what is mentioned in the package inclusions
• Any increase in the airfare, fuel surcharge taxes charged by the airlines on the air ticket before the issuance of flight tickets, taxes shall be charged extra irrespective of the booking date
• Tips, porterage, entry tickets to sites, photography and video making fees at site, laundry and phone calls
• Cost of Extension/ Deviation of air ticket as per actual at the time of ticketing
• Hotel is subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
• The itinerary shared is tentative and is subject to change at the time of confirmation
• Anything not mentioned in the price inclusions column such as currency fluctuation
• Surcharges might be applicable in case the dates fall under any Event / Trade Fairs in Egypt
• Waiting or additional transfer fees if clients miss shuttle transfers or transfers booked for a specific time
• International and Domestic Airfares with taxes for and from Egypt
• Cost of Travel Insurance or any other insurance
• Additional transfer if any.
• Egypt Entry Visa Charges
• Entrance inside the Pyramids and visit of the Solar Boat in the Pyramids area.
• Entrance of the Mummies room at the Egyptian Museum
• Whispers at Egypt Museum USD 2 per person (obligatory starting from 5 Pax), to be paid directly to your guide on the spot.
• Tips (suggested 04 USD per person per day)

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