Nile Jewel 9 Days

Nile Jewel 9 Days

Voted the most amazing tour in Africa 2017 and 2018 among hundreds! Uncover the jewels of the Nile on this nine days tour. Explore the ancient sites along the Nile and discover the most famous of them all, the Great Pyramids of Giza. Kick back and relax as you take in the stunning views on the Red Sea.

Day 1: Airport pick up to hotel in Cairo
Arrive at Cairo airport where you will be met by our representative who will assist you through the formalities. Transfer to your hotel to meet your guide for a briefing explaining the tour itinerary.
Day 2: Cairo
After breakfast we start the tour by visiting the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids and the Sphinx at the Giza Plateau, before heading to Sakkara to visit the Step Pyramid - the first completed pyramid in Egypt - as well as ancient Pharonic tombs. Overnight on A/C bus to Aswan.
Day 3: Aswan
Arrive in Aswan. You will be met by our representative who will transfer you to your Nile Cruise. We begin the day with a tour of the romantic Philae Temple - perched atop a picturesque island, its beautiful location is reached by small motor boat, making a truly magnificent approach to the site. Overnight on your 5* Nile Cruise.
Day 4: Nile Cruise, Kom Ombo.
Sail down the Nile in style, relaxing on deck whilst observing rural life on the shores and taking in the changing landscape of the mighty river. Today we visit the temple of Kom Ombo - its perfectly symmetrical twin entrances overlook the spectacular riverside. Continue along the Nile towards the city of Luxor, often described as the world’s greatest open-air museum and home to some of the grandest monuments that have survived from ancient Thebes. Overnight on your 5* Nile Cruise.
Day 5: Nile Cruise to Luxor
After breakfast, we arrive in Luxor, beginning the day with a tour of the East Bank of the Nile. Here you will experience the immense Karnak Temple; as well as the magnificent Luxor Temple where visitors are greeted by the impressive Avenue of Sphinxes. Overnight on your 5* Nile Cruise.
Day 6: Luxor to Hurghada, Red Sea
After breakfast we explore the West Bank of Luxor, starting the tour with the world famous Valley of the Kings, the richest archaeological site on earth. Then on to the breathtaking Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir al-Bahri), Finally we visit the great Colossi of Memnon - the last remains of Amenophis III's temple. We then take the A/C bus to Hurghada, Red Sea. Overnight stay at your hotel in Hurghada.
Day 7: Hurghada, Red Sea
This is a free day to be spent at your leisure. Overnight stay at your hotel in Hurghada.
Day 8: Cairo
We depart early this morning for Cairo. Today we tour the City of Cairo, beginning with the Egyptian Museum . Afterwards we make our way to the old Cairo Bazaar, Khan El Khalili, with its maze of intriguing alleyways that are home to numerous souvenir stalls and coffee shops. Overnight stay at your hotel in Cairo.
Day 9: Cairo - Airport transfer
After breakfast, transfer to the airport. Take the memories of your adventures with you on your flight home.
Breakfast included.