Trip Style
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Affordable
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Trip Code
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Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 14 Day Highlights of Egypt. Dig deep and discover the riches of Egypt's geography, culture, and, of course, archaeology, on this epic adventure. Step into a world filled with giant statues, temples, and legendary pyramids. Take it easy as you float along the Nile on a traditional felucca, explore the white sands of Hurghada on the Red Sea, or enjoy a home-cooked meal with a local family. Our Chief Experience Officers (CEOs) and local experts will share an intriguing combination of the region’s attractions and hidden secrets. Meet the gaze...read more of the Sphinx and get into the spirit of bygone times when travelling to the Valley of the Kings.
Itinerary
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting. Stay: Cosmopolitan Cairo Hotel
Visit the pyramids and soak in the history of these majestic structures before a visit to the Egyptian Museum. In the evening, board an overnight train to Aswan. The overnight train is a modern air-conditioned sleeper, with twin-berth beds. There is no shower in the cabin, but each cabin does have a sink. The shared toilet is at the end of each carriage. A basic airline-style tray meal for dinner and breakfast is included. Attendants can serve drinks in your compartment at extra cost or there is a bar car for socializing. (B/D)
Our train is due to arrive in Aswan early in the morning, but, trains can often be delayed. Enjoy some free time to browse the souk, walk along the Nile or opt to book the 'Philae Temple Excursion'. Later, board a boat to reach one of the many Nile islands and visit a Nubian village. Walk around the small community, then enjoy a traditional dinner at a local home. Stay: Citymax Hotel Aswan (B/D)
One of the most fascinating sights in the area is the Temple of Abu Simbel. Later, opt for a half-day tour of the Unfinished Obelisk, High Dam, and Philae Temple. Visit the modern Nubian Museum to learn more about Aswan's local people. Stay: Citymax Hotel Aswan (B)
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel this morning. Ride on a Felucca to Aswan Bridge, where we will disembark and transfer to Kom Umbo. Later visit Kom Umbo temple before transferring to Luxor. Tonight, opt to grab dinner at the local market where you can try some local specialties. Stay: Susanna Hotel Luxor (B/L)
Cross to the West Bank. Descend down the narrow corridors and check out the tombs of the pharaohs at the Valley of the Kings. The Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut literally seems to rise out of the surrounding limestone outcrops. Then visit the massive 18m (59ft)-high Colossi of Memnon, which is all that remains of an ancient temple. Enjoy lunch with a local family on the West bank of the Nile and then explore Luxor at your own pace. Stay: Susanna Hotel Luxor (B/L)
After breakfast the group will sail by ferry to the West Bank to meet our student-guide. Together we will bike through the village and visit the Funtasia Project Center where the group will learn about the Planeterra project at this location over tea with our guide. From here, enjoy a visit to the Karnak Temple, which was once the centre of all religious life in ancient Egypt. Later take advantage of free time in Luxor to explore the bustling local bazaar at your leisure. Stay: Susanna Hotel Luxor (B)
Take a final free day in Luxor to explore any last minute sights in this storied city. Opt to check out the local bazaar to pick up a last minute keepsake. Stay: Susanna Hotel Luxor (B)
After arriving in Hurghada, prepare to spend the next few days soaking in the tranquility of it's white sand beaches, and the rich marine environment of the Red Sea. Stay: Ali Baba Palace Hurghada (B/L/D)
The Red Sea is a global hotspot for snorkelling, thanks to it's crystal clear waters and incredible aquatic ecosystems. Explore the rich coral reefs and be overwhelmed with the amount of colourful coral and fish you encounter. Stay: Ali Baba Palace Hurghada (B/L/D)
Travel by plane and private car to Alexandria, one of the ancient world's most important trade and cultural hubs. Explore it's many Greek, Roman and Egyptian ruins as you walk in the footsteps of some of histories greatest heroes. Stay: Windsor Palace Hotel Alexandria (B)
Prepare for a full day of exploring the many historical wonders of Alexandria. Delve into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, marvel at the resolute Citadel of Qaitbay, and explore the grounds of Pompey's Pillar, one of Egypt's most impressive Roman architectural works. Stay: Windsor Palace Hotel Alexandria (B)
As we travel from Alexandria to Cairo, take a stop at the El Alamein World War memorials, and learn more about the pivotal battles that changed the course of the war in Africa. Afterwards, continue on to the bustling metropolis of Cairo. Stay: Cosmopolitan Cairo Hotel (B)
Depart at any time. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Explore ancient temples and monuments.
- Gaze at the pyramids and mysterious Sphinx.
- Journey down the Nile on a felucca.
- Connect with history on the streets of Alexandria.
- Explore the coral gardens of the Red Sea.
- Take a tour of the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa.
- Your G for Good Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, Luxor
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Boat ride to Nubian Village with Traditional Meal, Aswān
- Your Discover Moment: Aswān
- Your Local Living Moment: Lunch with a Local Family, Luxor
- Your Discover Moment: Luxor
- Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx entrance and guided tour
- Egyptian Museum entrance and guided tour
- Felucca sailing excursion
- Karnak and Kom Ombo temples entrance and guided tour
- Cycle and Funtasia Project visit
- Temple of Hatshepsut and Valley of the Kings guided visit
- Colossi of Memnon visit
- Alexandria guided tour
- Boat and snorkelling trip in Hurghada
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Simple hotels (12 Nights), sleeper train (1 Night)
- On this trip you can expect to stay in local hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights.
- Certified Egyptologist as CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
- 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
- Private air-conditioned minibus, train, felucca, plane, walking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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