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12 Days Cairo, Sharm El Sheikh & Nile Cruise by Train

12 Days Cairo, Sharm El Sheikh & Nile Cruise by Train

★★★★★
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Tour Highlights

3 Nights  in Cairo

3 Nights on Cruise board (Aswan & Luxor)

4 Nights hotel in Sharm

1 Night on train

Tour Overview


Day 1: Cairo

Arrival to Cairo airport, Upon you arrival you will find our representative waiting you with the sign of Ramasside tours, then you will be transferred by A/C car to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.


Day 2: Cairo

Breakfast. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum of antiquities. which houses more than 250,000 artifacts displaying a rare collection of Egyptian art spanning over 5,000 years. The museum features an exceptional range of antiquities, including statues, mummies, and priceless relics that reflect the richness of ancient Egyptian civilization, offering a fascinating insight into Egypt’s timeless heritage.


Visit the Great Pyramids – Cheops, Chephren & Mykerions & Sphinx.
Complimentary felluca ride (traditional boat to see Cairo thru the River Nile) or complimentary camel ride.

(Optional) Evening trip to attend the Sound & Light show in the Pyramids area.

At the end of the day we will transfer you back to your hotel.


Day 3: Cairo – Train station

Breakfast. Start your Tour visiting: Sakkara, cemetery for Memphis, Sakkara is 27-Km Southwest of Cairo. Including a visit to the step Pyramids of Sakkara (The first proper Pyramids built for the king Zoser, it is considered evolution of the Pyramid from the simple Mastaba to the Pyramid in its known form) Followed by a visit to The Pyramids of Unas.

Then visit Memphis the ancient capital of Egypt where Colossal Statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx.

Transfers to the train station for your train to Aswan. Dinner on the train. Overnight in Train.

Note: We don’t recommend it, it takes 15 to 18 hours. We recommend that you upgrade and take a domestic flight which allows you to travel in comfort and gives you an extra night in a 5 star hotel.


Day 4: Cruise

Breakfast on the train. Arrival Aswan and transfer to start you tour visiting:

The High Dam which was completed in 1964. From here you can gaze across Lake Nasser. The Philae temple on the island of Agilkia. Visit the temple that was removed from their original island of Philae which lies submerged most of the year by the waters of Lake Nasser. The main Temple of Isis and its monuments were built between the 26th-dynasty and the Roman period.

Transfer to the Cruise. Boarding before lunch, Embarkation & lunch. Sail to Kom Ombo. Afternoon Tea. Visit the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Sail to Edfu. Dinner on board. Overnight in Cruise.


Day 5: Cruise

Breakfast on board. Visit The Temple of Horus in Edfu. Cross the lock. Sail to Luxor. Afternoon Tea. Dinner on board & Galabya party. Overnight in Luxor.


Day 6: Cruise

Breakfast on board. Start your tour visiting: Cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Then Visit East Bank: Karnak and Luxor Temple Overnight in Luxor.


Day 7: Sharm

Breakfast on board. Disembarkation.

(Optional) Hot Balloon: Should you want to make your stay in Luxor an unforgettable. Drifting peacefully over the Valley of King, Valley of the Queens and the Mountain on the Nobles.
The flight is approximately 30:45 minutes depend on the weather

Transfer to the domestic airport. Departure by plane to Sharm El Sheikh. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.


Day 8: Sharm

Breakfast. Free day.

(Optional) Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh at 10:30 pm by a modern air-conditioned vehicle to drive to St. Catherine city, takes about 3 hours driving. Start climbing the Moses’ Mountain begins at 2:00 am and coming down at 7:00 am.

Then proceed to visit St. Catherine Monastery which is considered one of the most famous monasteries in the world and it was dedicated to one of Alexander’s rulers, Saint Catherine who was tortured to death for the sake of her new faith. Then transfer to Dahab for relaxation. Lunch at local restaurant in Dahab. Then back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.


Day 9: Sharm

Breakfast. Free day.
Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.


Day 10: Sharm

Breakfast. Free day.

(Optional) Our representative will pick you up from your hotel l by 4×4 jeep driving towards the north about 170 km on paved road & 7 km on the desert. Arrive Nuweiba to take some photos of the splendid panorama of its port & the Bedouin tribes, also participants can witness the mountain of Saudi Arabia on the other side of Aqaba Gulf.

Arrive to canyon location then start to go down to the canyon to witness the wonderful natural colors of the rocks back to the main road to an oasis. Lunch during your tour. Back to Sharm El Sheikh.

Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.


Day 11: Cairo

Breakfast. Transfer to Cairo by Air conditioned bus. Overnight in Cairo.


Day 12: Cairo- Departure

Breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.


Includes:

3 Nights hotel accommodation in Cairo on bed and breakfast basis.
3 Nights on Cruise board (Aswan & Luxor) full board (sightseeing included).
4 Nights hotel in Sharm on bed & breakfast basis.
1 Night on train board, dinner and breakfast included
1 Day tour in Cairo visiting the Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum
1 Day tour in Cairo visiting Sakkara & Memphi.
All transfers
All your tours and excursions are by an A/C vehicle.
Expert tour guide.
All entrance fees.
Our prices include all taxes and services.


Excludes:

Visa Entry for Egypt. (We can provide you with your visa upon arrival at your request)
International Flights
Personal items.
Tipping.
Any other items not mentioned.
Any Optional tours.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Everyday

Accommodation Options

Hotel ratings in Egypt differ from USA/Europe. We always recommend our Luxury or Ultimate Luxury options for international-standard comfort.

Plan A
5-Star Hotels
★★★★★

<p>Accommodation Plan 5 stars: </p><p>Le Meridien Pyramids Hotel, Steigenberger Pyramids - Ramses Hilton- Nile cruises: MS Amarco, Ms Semiramis , MS World, MS Domina Prestige Emilio, MS Radamis 2, MS Nile Dolphin &amp; MS Esadora-Moevenpick Resort Sharm El Sheikh or Maritim Jolie Ville Resort &amp; Casino<br></p>

Plan B
Luxury Hotels ⭐ Recommended
★★★★★+

<p>Accommodation Plan Luxury: </p><p>Fairmont Nile City Hotel Cairo or Mena House, Blue Shadow, MS Amwaj Nile Cruise, MS Nile Goddess, Sonesta Cruises, MS Nile Premium, MS Jaz Legacy,&nbsp; MS Crown Jubilee -Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh -&nbsp; Savoy Sharm El Sheikh<br></p>

Trip Notes

Children Policy
0-2 years: Free of charge (unless flights included). 2-6 years: 25% of tour price. 6-12 years: 50% of tour price. 12+: Full adult price.
Payment Policy
We accept Visa, MasterCard, CIB bank transfer, wire transfer & Bitcoin. Tour prices are in USD but can be paid in Euro or GBP.
Visa Service
We provide visa upon arrival service. Skip queues and have your visa prepared by our rep. Valid if you hold a Schengen, USA, or UK visa.
High Season Dates
Christmas: Dec 15 – Jan 7. Easter: Mar 20 – Apr 20. School Midterm: Oct 20–31. Check-in 14:00, Check-out 12:00.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend travel insurance. AIG Travel Guard available: 1 week ($25/person), over 1 week ($50/person).
Cruise Schedule
Sailing times may vary due to Nile conditions. All sights will still be covered, possibly in a different order. Domestic flight timings are approximate.

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