Luxor, Dahabiya Sailing on the Nile, Aswan, Luxor
Discover The Timeless Nile (Starting and Ending in Luxor)
Day 1: Monday - Arrival
Arrive in Luxor
Meet and assist
Transfer to your Hotel for check in
Day 2: Tuesday - Luxor West Bank
Visit the Valley of the Kings. Your tour guide will lead you to the most important tombs among the opened tombs in the valley - You are allowed to visit 3 tombs among more than 10 tombs open.
Visit Hatshepsut temple.
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon.
Lunch at a local family owned restaurant.
Visit the Ancient Workmen Village (Deir El Medina)
The Nobles' tombs.
Habu Temple.
Tour Duration: 9-10 hours
Dressing code: Normal.
Optional activities: ( please notify us before hand of optional tours you would like )
Tut Ankh Amon tomb.
Ramses 6th tomb
Set 1st tomb
Hot air Balloon ride. At sun rise, about 50 minutes flight with transfers duration is 2 hours total.
Day 3: Wednesday - Luxor East Bank + Dahabiya
Visit Karnak and Luxor temples.
The tour duration about 3-4 hours.
To join the dahabiya, which is part of the Luxor governorate, we drive about an hour from Luxor to Esna.
We visit the Temple of Esna and restored caravanserai and market, then check in to the dahabiya and sail to El Hegz Village for a unique cultural experience.
Lunch and dinner are on board the dahabiya.
Day 4 : Thursday - Dahabiya
Breakfast on board, sailing to El Kab.
Transfer to see the massive walls of the ancient town of Nekheb and explore the New Kingdom tombs..
Sail to Edfu, Ride to visit the Temple of Horus. Sailing with free time as you overnight on the dahabiya..
Special barbeque dinner by moonlight.
Day 5 : Friday - Dahabiya
Breakfast on board.
Visit Bisaw Island and village, join the men in their boats to share the experience of Nile fishing, walk through farms and meet the villagers.
Sailing to El Selsela ancient sandstone quarry and shrines. Dinner on board
.
Day 6 : Saturday - Dahabiya
Breakfast on board.
Visit Kom Ombo temple and the Crocodile Museum. In the nearby town of Daraw you learn how to shop like a local at the market, visit a barn to meet camels and learn about the camel trade, and visit a Nubian Town.
As we sail closer to Aswan if you wish there is an opportunity to swim or kayak. Farewell dinner and sail to our final destination Aswan.
Day 7 : Sunday - Aswan
Breakfast on board and check out of the Dahabiya.
Visit Philae temple.
Visit the unfinished obelisk.
Visit the High Dam.
Lunch
Visit Elephantine Island archeological site.
Felucca ride in the Nile River to view the following:
The Nobles tombs – Agha Khan Mausoleum – the Plantation Island and the Old Cataract hotel.
Night Stay in Aswan
The tour duration 7 - 8 hours
Dressing code: Normal.
Optional activities:
( please notify us before hand of optional tours you would like )
The Nubian Museum.
Animalia house museum.
Lunch or dinner in a local Nubian Family house.
Camel ride to Saint Simon Monastery.
Visit Plantation Island.
Motor boat ride through the Nile Cataract.
Philae temple sound and light show.
Abu Simbel temples. This tour might need an extra day in Aswan.
Day 8 : Monday - Departure
Check out
Transfer to Luxor Airport
Assist and help for your flight
Pricing
Accommodation Option 1:
Luxor 2 Nights Hilton Luxor
Aswan 1 Night Movenpick Aswan
| Quotation in USD - Per Person in a group of --- | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
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1711 |
1441 |
1401 |
1343 |
1294 |
1254 |
1232 |
1215 |
1246 |
1231 |
1218 |
1208 |
1200 |
1192 |
1186 |
1250 |
1241 |
1233 |
1225 |
1219 |
Including:
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– Airport transfers and assist as mentioned. – Tours. – Transfers. – Tour Guide fees. – Meals (as mentioned) – Dahabiya 4 nights 5 days with all meals included. private double cabin in a shared Dahabiya. upgrade to suite is available when requested for an extra charge (subject to availability). – Boat rides – Bottled water during the trip – Entry Fees General tickets as mentioned (Today Price) |
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Accommodation per person in Double: 708 USD Breakfast and all taxes included.. Luxor : 2 Nights in Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa in Double Guest Room Aswan : 1 Night in Mövenpick Resort Aswan in Double Classic Room Partial Nile View or Similar according to availability, Rooms upgrades are available for an extra charge. Other hotels are available – ask for. These prices might change when booking (notification will be sent to you) |
| Grand Total Per Person after adding accommodation in a group of --- | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
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2419 |
2149 |
2109 |
2051 |
2002 |
1962 |
1940 |
1923 |
1954 |
1939 |
1926 |
1916 |
1908 |
1900 |
1894 |
1958 |
1949 |
1941 |
1933
|
1927 |
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Single Supplement ( Dahabiya ) PP. USD : 720 USD |
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Single Supplement ( Hotels ) PP. USD : 600 USD |
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Guide Supplement For Other Languages (French, Italian, Spanish & German) Per Group : For Land Tours : 76 USD For Dahabiya : 1-5 Pax 265 USD & 6-10 Pax 285 USD & 11-15 Pax 360 USD |
Not Including:
– Domestic flights. (Available upon request and subject to dates and availability)
– Drinks during included meals
– Optional tours
– Tipping
– Any other thing not mentioned in the included section.
Notes:
– Prices are not valid for Christmas, New Year & Easter Periods
– Pick up times are estimate times (to be confirmed by our local operator)
– If this tour itinerary does not meet your full expectations, we can make changes.
– Our Travel Advisors can also design your tour completely to fit your preferences.
Additional charges may be applied for modifications or personalised itineraries.
-Above quotation is based on hotels located in Central areas, to be updated once we have your accommodation details
– The dress code is conservative while visiting Mosques, Churches, villages or areas with mainly local communities.
– The above prices are not applied in the peak season, such as Christmas, New Year and Easter.
– The above prices are subject to change; if a high inflation rate happens as a result of government practices, currency rate change or economic problems.
– The order of the tour days might change according to availability when booking.
– There’s flights available from Aswan to Abu Simbel and return for an extra cost. Ask for the upgrade to flight option instead of travelling overland.
-Transfers in Sedan cars. (in case a van requested extra cost is added). Note: using a Sedan car in Cairo requires an extra short walk in 2 attractions, the Citadel and the Museum of Civilization. If big size luggage included Van in all destinations by default.
– Please note that there are some places whose entrance fees are paid in USD/Euro.
Accommodation Option 2:
Luxor 2 Nights Malkata House
Aswan 1 Night Basma Aswan (New extension)
| Quotation in USD - Per Person in a group of --- | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
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1792 |
1484 |
1447 |
1380 |
1324 |
1279 |
1251 |
1232 |
1270 |
1252 |
1238 |
1226 |
1216 |
1208 |
1200 |
1293 |
1281 |
1271 |
1261 |
1253 |
Including:
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– Airport transfers and assist as mentioned. – Tours. – Transfers. – Tour Guide fees. – Meals (as mentioned) – Dahabiya 4 nights 5 days with all meals included. private double cabin in a shared Dahabiya. upgrade to suite is available when requested for an extra charge (subject to availability). – Boat rides – Bottled water during the trip – Entry Fees General tickets as mentioned (Today Price) |
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Accommodation per person in Double: 331 USD Breakfast and all taxes included.. or Similar according to availability, Rooms upgrades are available for an extra charge. Other hotels are available – ask for. These prices might change when booking (notification will be sent to you) |
| Grand Total Per Person after adding accommodation in a group of --- | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
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|
2123 |
1815 |
1778 |
1711 |
1655 |
1610 |
1582 |
1563 |
1601 |
1583 |
1569 |
1557 |
1547 |
1539 |
1531 |
1624 |
1612 |
1602 |
1592
|
1584 |
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Single Supplement ( Dahabiya ) PP. USD : 720 USD |
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Single Supplement ( Hotels ) PP. USD : 234 USD |
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Guide Supplement For Other Languages (French, Italian, Spanish & German) Per Group : For Land Tours : 76 USD For Dahabiya : 1-5 Pax 265 USD & 6-10 Pax 285 USD & 11-15 Pax 360 USD |
Not Including:
– Domestic flights. (Available upon request and subject to dates and availability)
– Drinks during included meals
– Optional tours
– Tipping
– Any other thing not mentioned in the included section.
Notes:
– Prices are not valid for Christmas, New Year & Easter Periods
– Pick up times are estimate times (to be confirmed by our local operator)
– If this tour itinerary does not meet your full expectations, we can make changes.
– Our Travel Advisors can also design your tour completely to fit your preferences.
Additional charges may be applied for modifications or personalised itineraries.
-Above quotation is based on hotels located in Central areas, to be updated once we have your accommodation details
– The dress code is conservative while visiting Mosques, Churches, villages or areas with mainly local communities.
– The above prices are not applied in the peak season, such as Christmas, New Year and Easter.
– The above prices are subject to change; if a high inflation rate happens as a result of government practices, currency rate change or economic problems.
– The order of the tour days might change according to availability when booking.
– There’s flights available from Aswan to Abu Simbel and return for an extra cost. Ask for the upgrade to flight option instead of travelling overland.
-Transfers in Sedan cars. (in case a van requested extra cost is added). Note: using a Sedan car in Cairo requires an extra short walk in 2 attractions, the Citadel and the Museum of Civilization. If big size luggage included Van in all destinations by default.
– Please note that there are some places whose entrance fees are paid in USD/Euro.
Optional extensions:
- 2 Days in Cairo
- Alexandria Over Day Tour
- Fayoum Over Day Tour
- Siwa Oasis
08 days - Cairo-Luxor-Dahabiya Cruise-Aswan-Abu Simbel
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Highlights of Egypt and Dahabiya Cruise in 8 days
Day 1
Visit Saqqara. Include the Step pyramid, Titi pyramid, the Nobles tombs.
Visit Dahshur. Include the bent pyramid and the Red pyramid.
Lunch at Saqqara- a good place to try Egyptian food. Normally they serve mixed grill, kofta, and lots of small dishes filled with appetizers.
Visit Giza. view the Great Pyramid, The Sphinx, Khara pyramid, Menkawra pyramid and, the nobles tombs
Night stay in Cairo .
The tour duration 8-9 hours.
Optional extras
Going Inside the great pyramid
Camel rides
Attend Giza sound and light show in the evening.
Day 2
Transfer to Cairo airport and fly to Luxor.
About 1 hour flight.
Pick up at Luxor airport.
Visit The Valley of the Kings, The Colossi of Memnon and Hatshepsut temple.
The tour duration is 5-6 hours.
Lunch and Check in the hotel.
Afternoon:
Visit Habu temple
Visit a local farmer family in Luxor and have dinner in their house.
The tour duration 3- 4 hours.
optional extras- Queens Valley
Night stay in Luxor .
Day 3
Check out from the hotel after breakfast.
Visit Karnak and Luxor temple.
The tour duration about 3-4 hours.
Transfer from Luxor to Esna. About 1 hour drive,
Check in to the Dahabiya Cruise.
Lunch on board.
Sailing for about 4-5 hours to El Hegz Island.
Going on a walking tour in El Hegz village and visiting a local family there.
Dinner and overnight on board.
Optional Tours :-
Hot air balloon ride over the west bank during the sunrise. The tour duration is about 2 hours, including 50 minutes flight.
Donkey ride in the fields
Day 4
Breakfast on board.
Sailing
Visit El Kab ancient tombs and temple ruins.
Sailing.
Lunch on board.
Visit.
Sailing.
Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 5
Breakfast on board.
Visit Bisaw Island and village, and meet more locals and learn about the lifestyle in a remote Egyptian village.
Enjoy a ride with local fishermen helping them in fishing in the Nile River.
Sailing.
Visit El Selsela ancient sandstone quarry and shrines.
Sailing.
Special barbeque dinner by moonlight and overnight stay on board.
Day 6
Breakfast on board.
Visit Kom Ombo temple, Daraw town, camel market( according to availability), and local market.
Lunch on board.
Sailing.
Farewell dinner and overnight stay on board near Aswan.
Optional Tours:-
Philae temple sound and light show.
Day 7
Check out from the Dahabiya after breakfast.
travel to Abu Simbel(3 hours’ drive along the desert)
Visit the 2 temples of Abu Simbel
Drive back to Aswan and stop at the High Dam.
Note: Aswan – Abu Simbel – Round trip flights are available occasionally.
The tour duration 8-9 hours.
Lunch
Boat tour in the Nile in Aswan to view the following: Elephantine Island – Agha Khan Mausoleum – The Cataract – The Nobles tombs
The tour duration is 2 hours.
Transfer to Aswan airport and fly to Cairo.
Arrive in Cairo airport and transfer to the hotel.
Night stay in Cairo.
Day 8
Visit the Egyptian museum. Including King Tut Ankh Amon collection and The Animals mummies room.
lunch at Abo Tarek, famous for Koshri as the most common fast food in Egypt, mix of rice, pasta, lentils, chickpeas, fried onion, and tomato sauce.
Walking tour in Downtown Cairo. The most famous among the area is Tahrir square, the birthplace of Egypt’s great revolution, and visit the places where important events happened during the Egyptian revolution.
Visit the Citadel. Including the Alabaster mosque of Mohamed Ali.
Walking tour in El Muizz St, of Medieval Cairo. The most preserved area with medieval Islamic architecture such as Mosques, Houses, markets, and other Medieval architecture. It’s a perfect place to experience the local culture of Egypt today.
Visit Khan El Khalili market.
The tour duration 9-10 hours.
