Overview
Uncover the mysteries of Egypt with this 7-day tour, exploring the ancient wonders of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Visit the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the Temple of Hatshepsut, sail along the Nile River on a luxury cruise, and experience Egypt’s rich history through guided tours and expert insights. This tour includes comfortable eco-friendly accommodations, domestic flights, and a variety of cultural experiences.
Highlights
- Hotel accommodation with breakfast in 4 hotels
- Reception and farewell from and to the airport
- The offer does not include international flight tickets.
Itinerary
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Arrive at Cairo International Airport where you'll be met and transferred to your eco-friendly hotel. After check-in, enjoy an orientation session and a welcome dinner, featuring traditional Egyptian cuisine.
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Begin your day with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Solar Boat Museum. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, home to King Tutankhamun's treasures. Enjoy an optional Nile dinner cruise in the evening or relax at the hotel.
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Fly to Luxor and check into a 4-star eco-friendly hotel with views of the Nile. In the afternoon, explore the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, followed by a visit to the Luxor Souk for local handicrafts. The evening is free for a cultural performance or leisure time.
Tour the Valley of the Kings (with entry to three tombs) and visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, as well as the Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to relax or take a walk along the Nile Corniche. Have dinner at a local eco-conscious restaurant.
Embark on a 4-star eco-friendly Nile cruise to Aswan, with stops at the temples of Esna and Edfu. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo in the afternoon, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Enjoy an onboard cultural evening featuring Egyptian music and dance.
Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and see the Unfinished Obelisk and the Aswan High Dam. In the afternoon, enjoy a serene Felucca boat ride around Elephantine Island. Celebrate your time in Egypt with a farewell dinner onboard, including a Nubian cultural show.
After breakfast, transfer back to Cairo for your international flight home.
Includes
The Cost Includes
- • 4-star eco-friendly accommodations in Cairo, Luxor, and onboard the Nile cruise.
- • Domestic flights (Cairo-Luxor and Aswan-Cairo).
- • Guided tours and entrance fees as per the itinerary.
- • Daily breakfast, select lunches, and dinners.
- • Airport transfers and transportation in air-conditioned vehicles.
- Optional Add-ons:
- • Hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
- • Abu Simbel temples tour.
The Cost Excludes
- • Personal items and souvenirs.
- • Travel insurance.
- • Optional gratuities.
- • Entrance tickets for optional activities.
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
