Overview
Itinerary
Enjoy waking up to the Nile and sand dunes as your backdrop, while you sip your coffee and ponder just how good life is. Next up is your chance to explore Abu Simbel's Temple of Ramses II, one of the world's most iconic sites dating back to 1264 BC. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this is a must-do for history buffs and those looking to get in the know on this ancient site. Our Local Guide will uncover its history before we gently drift upstream, steering ourselves away from Aswan with our maps open on ancient Edfu.
After green fields, the Arabian desert and palm trees aplenty have teased our eyes along the Nile, we'll pull in for a peak at the perfectly symmetrical town of Kom Ombo. This village's famous temple is dedicated to the God of Crocodile, and the God of Falcon and with it's stunning setting right by the Nile is the perfect spot to head on-land for some exploring. Back on the boat you can practice your 'walk like an Egyptian' pose, then take a dip in the pool (yes, as in the boat has a pool) before we dock for the night in Edfu. (B/L/D)
Only on a trip to Egypt would ancient royal tombs make a casual appearance on our daily agenda. Venturing to the Valley of the Kings known as 'City of the Dead,' our local guide will take us to some of the 63 royal tombs found here. Later, choose to visit the Temple of Karnak where we can find the world's largest religious structure, the Temple of Amun. Only on a trip to Egypt would ancient royal tombs make a casual appearance on our daily agenda.
Venturing to the Valley of the Kings known as 'City of the Dead,' our local guide will take us to some of the 63 royal tombs found here. We'll visit an indigenous Nubian Village and see the rich heritage of a community dating back to the Palaeolithic era (Contiki Cares). Later, choose to visit the Temple of Karnak where we can find the world's largest religious structure, the Temple of Amun. (B/D) Stay: Giftun Azur Resort Hurghada (or similar)
Lovers of exploring by sea could take a cruise of the Red Sea for all new views, or those who prefer life a little more on land could snorkel, sun bake or just relax in paradise this morning. Later, we'll attempt an Arabic goodbye to the beautiful beaches of Hurghada as we make our way back to where our Egyptian escapade kicked off just a week ago.
It's our last complete day together on tour, which means we need to make the most of every second and avoid winding down at all costs. It's our last complete day on tour, we'll enjoy some time together as we make our way back to Cairo. (B) Stay: Novotel Cairo Airport (or similar)
Trip Inclusions
- Cairo: Check out this Cairo landmark and soak up the history. It's home to more than 120,000 ancient Egyptian antiquities.
- Giza: This needs no introduction! Marvel at the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. #bucketlist
- Aswan: Sit back and chill as you drift down the famous river on a traditional felucca sailing boat
- Luxor: Follow in the footsteps of the pharaohs as you walk along the stretch that links the temples of Luxor and Karnak.
- Luxor: Grab your camera and explore one of the world's most famous archaeological sites. See the tomb of Tutankhamun and many other Egyptian pharaohs.
- Hurghada: Check out these towering Pharaoh statues. They've stood guard since 1350 BC, even surviving natural disasters. And apparently one even ‘sings' in the wind.
- 7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 5 Dinners
- 3 nights in Nile Cruise, 2 nights in Hotels, 1 night in Overnight Train, 1 night in Resort
- Expert Trip Manager + Local Guides
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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