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11 Days Cairo, Nile Cruise, and Sharm El Sheikh Classic Tour

Cairo Sharm El Sheikh and Nile Cruise

Duration

11 Days / 10 Nights

Tour type

Private

Trip Runs

Everyday

Country

Egypt

Tour Details

Golavita Travel" offers the best "Egypt vacation packages," taking one right into rural Egypt's very heart: the Nile and beautiful beaches on the Red Sea. Feel this magic of Egypt with "Egypt classic tours" upon discovery of famous Pyramids and Sakkara, historic wonders of Old Cairo, and the Museum. Imbibe the tranquility of the historic sites; afterward, relax on the untouched beaches of Sharm El Sheikh after a leisurely three-night cruise on the Nile on your "Egypt tours". The scheduling is personalized to keep it comfortable and intimate with an Egyptologist tour guide added to each group. With Golavita Travel, all your accommodation, tours, and transport will come together in one easy and unforgettable journey together with Egypt's timeless landscapes.

Highlights

Giza Pyramids Complex
The Egyptian Museum
Saqqara Step Pyramid
The Citadel Of Saladin
Valley of the Kings
Hatshepsut Temple
Karnak Temple
Luxor Temple

Included

4 night's accommodation in Cairo at a 5-star hotel
3 night's accommodation in Sharm El Sheikh in a 5-star hotel
Α 3 night's accommodation in a 5-star Nile cruise
Transportation via cruise boat
domestic flights
private air-conditioned vehicle
Horse carriage in Edfu
Motorboat to Philae Island.
Meet and assist service upon arrival and departure.
Customer service support on the Nile Cruise holiday.
All transfers and guided tours take place in our modern air-conditioned vehicles.
Domestic flights with the below itinerary: Cairo to Aswan Luxor to Cairo To Sharm to Cairo
Admission fees to all the places mentioned in the itinerary.
Lunch in Cairo and while touring in Alexandria taken in a local restaurant.
All taxes and service charges are included.

Excluded

International flight tickets
Visa requirements for Egypt
Optional excursions

Tour itinerary

1 Arrive in Cairo

On arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be received by our English-speaking representative who will assist you for all necessary formalities and transfer you to the hotel for overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals Included
No meals.

2 The Great Pyramids and Sakkara

After an early breakfast at your hotel, your tour guide will meet you for the first full day of sightseeing. The "classic tour" will begin in Giza at the Pyramids specifically, the infamous Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. These proud pyramids are complemented by the limestone statue of the Sphinx overlooking the site, standing to represent greatness in civilization from ancient times in Egypt. Lunch will be served at one of our local restaurants thereafter.

You will proceed to Sakkara, where you can view the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. This pyramid is interesting from a historical point of view. Djoser wanted something special to contain his remains, so he requested his chief architect, Imhotep, to design such a structure. The result was this Step Pyramid, which impressed him so much that it was an innovation representing one of the greatest architectural feats of that time.

After that, you will be transferred to Memphis, where you have the opportunity to wander around its open-air museum with its gigantic monuments of King Ramses II.

You will then be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight stay.

Included Meals:
Breakfast
Lunch

3 Fly to Aswan and Nile Cruise

Start the day with a breakfast at your hotel then check out. Our representative will be there to assist you and transfer you to Cairo airport for a flight to Aswan.

Upon arrival at the Aswan airport, you will be met by a Golavita Travel tour guide for your city tour in Aswan. You will start with the High Dam, constructed by the former Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 to save Egypt from the floods of the Nile.

Next will be the sailing trip along the Nile River by motorboat to visit the Temple of Philae, It was constructed during the Greco-Roman period and dedicated to Isis, Horus's goddess of motherhood.

Your final stop of the day will be the Unfinished Obelisk, constructed in honor of Amun Ra, god, from red granite.

Transfer afterward to your Nile cruise for overnight check-in.

Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

4 Visiting Kom Ombo and Edfu

Start the day with a great breakfast taken on board, Following breakfast, you will be met by our professional Egyptologist guide to take you on a fabulous tour to the impressive Temple of Kom Ombo, where the gods Sobek and Haroeris were worshipped in ancient times.

After this tour, enjoy a nice lunch on the sun deck of your ship, with the digestif represented by beautiful views of the majestic Nile River.

Afternoon, take a thrilling horse-drawn chariot ride to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt. Afterwards, you'll drive back to your ship to Relax on board for some time, and then enjoy a fabulous dinner on board. After dark, enjoy a lively Egyptian Folkloric Show prepared by the ship's staff.

Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

5 West Bank Tour

Have breakfast on board the cruise, then enjoy a fascinating sail across the sacred land to the lush banks of Luxor. You will visit the Valley of the Kings, being the royal burial site for Theban kings and ancient Egyptian rulers where our Pharaohs found the final rest.

You will then see the lovely Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, recognized because of its distinctive architecture with the entire temple structure incised into the mountain side.

Your final stop on the tour will be the Colossi of Memnon, built in tribute to King Amenhotep III. After such an enriching day, you'll then be taken back on board your ship for lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing at your leisure and then enjoy dinner and an overnight stay on the cruise.

Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

6 East Bank and Fly to Sharm El Sheikh

After a good breakfast and check-out at 08:00 AM, you will start your fantastic tour in the East Bank of Luxor with a visit to the beautiful Karnak Temples Complex, which covers 100 acres; these temples are known to be the largest temple complex worldwide.

Your tour guide will conclude with the Luxor Temple, built by one of the 12th dynasty kings and completed by the illustrious Ramses II.

You will be transferred at the end of your tour in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor Airport to fly to Sharm El-Sheikh. Then, you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay in Sharm.

Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Soft Drinks

7 Free day at Sharm El-Sheikh With optional Tour

Start your day with breakfast before enjoying a free day. Alternatively- full day at Ras Mohamed: At 9:00a.m., we drive from the hotel heading to The National Park of Ras Mohamed, where you will have the chance if you feel like to hike up to The Shark Observatory, for a breathtaking view of both Aqaba and Suez Gulf. After this, you will return to Central Beach to relax and snorkel around the fantastic mountainous coral sites and turquoise waters before returning back to Sharm.

Meals Included:
Breakfast

Lunch
Dinner
Soft drinks.

8 Free day at Sharm El-Sheikh

On the off day, get up and do whatever you want, starting with breakfast in a relaxed way.

Optional Adventure: Start drive at 5:30 a.m. in a jeep directly to the canyon to start your 2.5-hour adventure. Once there, members will commence their climb on the other side of the mountain and once finished, will be picked up and driven back to Sharm. On the return, the jeep will take the lunch break in Nweibaa for an hour. Continuing on, the trip goes to Dahab where customers can have some time to shop around for an hour before going back to Sharm.

Included Meals:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Soft Drinks

9 Return back to Cairo

Start the day with breakfast, then drive to the airport for the flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at the destination, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Optional: Watch in awe the marvelous sound and light show at the Pyramids.

Meals Include: Breakfast.

10 Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel, then meet your English-speaking guide to start your second day of exploration in this "classic tour" in Cairo.

The day is filled with visits to some of the most wonderful monuments. First, it is the Egyptian Museum, which is said to be one of the biggest and most prominent museums in Egypt, hosting Pharaonic antiquities, the treasures of the very famous King Tutankhamun. Then, you will have great lunch served at a local restaurant after your visit to the museum.

After lunch, you will be transferred to the Old Cairo area to visit the Salah El-Din Citadel. Indeed, in this very citadel, Egypt has overseen for over 700 years.

Next, take a tour in Khan El-Khalili, one of the oldest traditional bazaars in Egypt, dating as early as the 14th century AD. The marketplace is teeming with crowd, brilliant colors, and nice items.

Later in the day, you will be driven back to your hotel in Cairo for a night of good rest.

Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch

11 Final Departure

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel, then meet your English-speaking guide to start your second day of exploration in this "classic tour" in Cairo.

After lunch, you will be transferred to the Old Cairo area to visit the Salah El-Din Citadel. Indeed, in this very citadel, Egypt has overseen for over 700 years.

Next, take a tour in Khan El-Khalili, one of the oldest traditional bazaars in Egypt, dating as early as the 14th century AD. The marketplace is teeming with crowd, brilliant colors, and nice items.

Later in the day, you will be driven back to your hotel in Cairo for a night of good rest.

Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch

Enjoy your breakfast this morning before you check out, our airport representative will be sent to help you. Later, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.

Meals Included
Breakfast.

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What are the main highlights of the classic Egypt tours?

The Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Luxor Temples including Karnak Temple and Valley of Kings alongside a Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan are among the key attractions.
What do you get with Golavita Travel’s classic Egypt tours?

In some of our classic Egypt tours, they have accommodations, guided tours around the country, access to some historical sites’ entrance fees, transportation and even a few meals. The inclusions vary from one package to another.
How Much Does Egypt Classic Tours Cost?

The cost of our Egypt classic tours packages starts at $300, and you can also enjoy different prices with our classic packages like a 10 days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan tour to explore the top attractions in each city.
How long are the classic Egypt tours offered by Golavita Travel?

Normally between 7 and 12 days is how long most of our classic Egypt tours usually take. This allows you to see almost all major cultural and historical sites of this state.
Are the tours suitable for families with children?

Sure! We have our basic family-friendly classic Egypt tour program with adaptability options for children as well as families.
What do I need to pack for a classic Egypt tour?

Packing light clothes, good walking shoes, sunhats, glasses, sunscreen and water bottles is recommended. Do not forget your cameras and any travel documentations.
Does the tour package include traveling insurance?

Travel insurance is not part of any of our holiday packages. We seriously counsel that you buy travel insurance independently to address unforeseen contingencies.
How can I book a classic Egypt tour with Golavita Travel?

You may book Golavita’s classic Egypt tour by visiting one of our branches or calling customers’ service or online through their website. Our team will assist you with booking questions as well as queries on anything.
What safety guidelines are involved during Egypt trips?

Regarding our tourists’ safety issues remain priority to us at Golavita Travel where we ensure that all our guides have adequate training while keeping in mind vehicle routine maintenance as well as local health and safety regulations. In addition to this we also update on any travel advisories issued by the government.
What is the most popular place in Egypt Can I visit in Classic tour?

The Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx are among the best tourist destinations in Cairo, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Exploring the pyramids and capturing their beauty through photographs is a must-do activity for anyone visiting Cairo, making it the perfect holiday destination.
What are some traditional Egyptian dishes I should try?

Egyptian cuisine is a delightful blend of flavors with a rich historical background and influences from various cultures. Some must-try dishes include koshari, shawarma, falafel, molokhiya, fava beans, hawawshi (Egyptian meat pie), and mahshi. These dishes offer a taste of the local food scene and are best enjoyed in many restaurants across Egypt.
When is the best time of year to take a classic tour in Egypt?

The best time to visit Egypt is from October to April when it is cooler. It is more comfortable for sightseeing, especially in the desert and southern parts of the country.
Can solo travelers join classic tours?

Yes, our classic tours are suitable for solo tourists. We ensure a safe and enjoyable experience and many solo tourists attest to their satisfaction due to opportunities to interact with fellow visitors.
What precautions should i take during travels within Egypt?

Egypt is generally safe for tourists, but always maintain situational awareness and follow local advice. When using taxi services, only employ registered ones and avoid travelling alone through remote areas after dark while keeping all valuables close by. Since the climate there is hot one should always remain hydrated and use sunscreen too.
Do the tour packages include meals?

A variety of our classic trips will have some meals with them typically being breakfast and some lunches or dinners. A detailed menu for each trip is provided.
What should I know about money and payment in Egypt?

The local currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP). Although most hotels and larger restaurants accept credit cards, it is recommended to carry cash when visiting smaller establishments and markets. There are ATMs around major cities.
What precautions should someone take during travels within Egypt?

Egypt is generally safe for tourists, but always maintain situational awareness and follow local advice. When using taxi services, only employ registered ones and avoid travelling alone through remote areas after dark while keeping all valuables close by. Since the climate there is hot one should always remain hydrated and use sunscreen too.
What is the best time of year to take a classic tour in Egypt?

The best time to visit Egypt is during the cooler months from October to April. The weather is more comfortable for sightseeing, especially in the desert and southern regions.

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