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Accommodation
3.5 - 4 Star
Max. Group Size
12
Guide Level
Fully Guided, Locally Guided
Trip Code
BUN66741
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Bunnik Tours 14 Day Discover the Pharaohs. Discover the authentic side of Egypt as you uncover the significant and historic sights of Cairo and Giza in the comfort of a small group of no more than 12 travellers. Relax on a 7 night cruise along the Nile River on a luxuriously appointed dahabiya. Explore the stunning ancient temples of Luxor and Kom Ombo, and be amazed by the scale of Abu Simbel. Return international flights are included between Australia and the start & end point of your trip. Surcharges may apply.
Itinerary
Welcome to mesmerising Egypt, the land of the Pharaohs. Cairo is home to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum with its famous collection of antiquities, and bustling city bazaars just waiting to be scoured for great bargains. This evening we'll enjoy a group welcome dinner. (D)
Our touring in Egypt begins at the oldest structures in existence, the amazing Great Pyramids of Giza. We'll visit the nearby Great Sphinx, with the body of a lion and the head of a king, often referred to as the national symbol of Egypt. We'll also discover the ancient capital of Memphis and the Step Pyramid of Sakkara, believed to have been designed by the vizier of King Zoser, Imhotep. (B)
Today we venture into the lively heart of Cairo to visit the world-famous Egyptian Museum, home to Tutankhamun's priceless treasures and many other historic artefacts. We have enough time here for an optional visit to the ‘Mummy Room' which has nine mummies on display, including the mummy of Queen Hatshepsut. Special Experience: Delve into the delicious cuisine of Cairo as we take a local cooking class and enjoy our culinary creations for lunch. (B/L)
Today we leave the hustle and bustle of Cairo behind and fly to beautiful Luxor, on the banks of the Nile. Modern Luxor lies on the ancient city of Thebes and is known as the world's largest open-air museum. Special Experience: Embark on a magnificent and luxuriously appointed dahabiya where we'll spend 7 nights cruising the Nile. In the afternoon we cross the Nile to the West Bank and explore the area known as the Necropolis of Thebes. Our first stop is the Valley of the Kings, where, during the 18th dynasty, tombs were constructed for the Kings. We'll then visit the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri. Queen Hatshepsut is known as one of the rarest and successful Pharaohs, as the title was traditionally only given to males. We'll also see the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. (B/L/D)
Today we'll explore the fascinating Karnak Temple, dedicated to the Pharaoh Amun. Approximately 30 pharaohs contributed to the temple's structure over time, which explains its monumental size! We'll then visit Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak Temple by a 3-kilometre-long Avenue of Sphinxes. Luxor Temple is also home to a 25-metre-tall pink granite obelisk, which was part of a matching pair until the 1830s when one was given to France. It now stands in the centre of the Place de la Concorde in Paris. (B/L/D)
We set sail for Edfu this morning, crossing the lock at Esna and continuing south. (B/L/D)
This morning we visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, dedicated to the Falcon God. This beautiful ancient temple is one of the best-preserved in Egypt and the second-largest after Karnak Temple. The temple was abandoned in 391BC and it lay buried in sand up until it was rediscovered and excavated in the 1860s. (B/L/D)
Later this morning we'll cruise to the riverside Temple of Kom Ombo. This temple is unusual in that it is a double temple with an almost perfectly symmetrical design. The left side is dedicated to the god Haroesis and the right side to Sobek. We return to our ship this afternoon and continue cruising towards Aswan. (B/L/D)
Enjoy a day at leisure relaxing and taking in the landscape and local life as we cruise the Nile. (B/L/D)
Known for being the sunniest southern city of Egypt, Aswan has a distinctive African atmosphere. It's a small and very walkable city with a slow and relaxed lifestyle. This morning we'll explore the sights of Aswan. Highlights of our sightseeing include the High Dam, the picturesque Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, and the Unfinished Obelisk. (B/L/D)
Today we'll transfer to the airport for our flight. Special Experience: We'll visit the incredible twin temples of Abu Simbel. The temples were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BC, as a monument to himself and his queen, Nefertari. Later today we'll return to Cairo and enjoy a group farewell dinner. (B/D)
Today we bid farewell to Egypt and begin our journey home. (B)
Trip Inclusions
Unlock the mysteries of Egypt's ancient civilisation
- Discover the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza and the famous Sphinx
- Visit the incredible Step Pyramid of Sakkara, the statue of Ramses II and the old capital of Memphis
- Explore the world-renowned Egyptian Museum
- Enjoy a cooking class in Cairo
- Unwind on a 7 night luxury dahabiya cruise on the Nile
- Explore the West Bank, including the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Visit the beautiful Luxor and Karnak Temples
- Travel to the magnificent Temple of Horus (the Falcon God) in Edfu
- Wander through the Temple of Kom Ombo
- Explore Aswan including the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and the beautiful Philae Temple on Agilkia Island
- Witness the stunning temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel
- Return economy-class flights from Australia to Egypt. Taxes included
- 3 economy-class flights within Egypt
- Airport transfers on the first and last day of tour
- All touring in air-conditioned vehicles
- 7 night luxury Nile River dahabiya cruise
- Tipping Made Easy, $240pp pre-paid
- 3 nights in a 5 star deluxe guesthouse
- 1 night in a 4 star hotel
- 7 nights in an outside cabin on board a 5 star (Egyptian standard) luxury Nile River dahabiya cruise
- Villa Belle Epoque, Cairo
- Nile Dahabiya Cruise, Nile Cruise
- Le Meridien Cairo Airport, Cairo
- 11 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners, including group welcome and farewell dinners
Properties include
Hotels & Cruise ship listed are an indication, and are subject to change without notic e.
- English-speaking, university-qualified Egyptologist guides
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Disruptions to itinerary may occur.
- Due to limitations on the Nile dahabiya vessel, the bedding configuration of your cruise cabin cannot be guaranteed. Furthermore, our accommodation in Cairo and our dahabiya vessel are both 'dry' - meaning that alcohol is not served. Guests are welcome to bring their own alcohol into the hotel and on board the cruise.
- Entry into the Mummy Room is not included and will cost approximately 180EGP per person, which can be purchased upon entry.
- Note on Esna Lock and Itinerary Schedule: Please note that due to the high volume of river traffic all cruise itineraries are subject to change without notice. The order and timing of sightseeing may therefore change however all inclusions will remain the same. Similarly travel through the Esna Lock is subject to river traffic and local conditions which means we may pass through the lock during the night or have an extended wait prior to entering the lock.
- Due to local laws and regulations, the only mode of transport available to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu is by horse and carriage. You are welcome to explore Edfu independently or stay on board the cruise to enjoy the ship’s facilities if you would prefer.
- Ramadan is observed from 2 April to 1 May 2022.
- Optional excursions:
- Bunnik Tours has a small number of optional extras that may be available to you on your small group tour. These optional extras are based on special-interest activities that don't always appeal to everyone, meaning they're truly optional.
Prices & Dates
There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and will no longer continue. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view the general release dates for all destinations.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Bunnik Tours. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Bunnik Tours. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Bunnik Tours. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Bunnik Tours. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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