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CLASSIC EGYPT TOUR I
GUARANTEED WEEKLY FRIDAY DEPARTURE
- 9 Days / 3 Nights Cairo Fully Escorted Plus 4 Nights Nile Cruise Tour of Egypt
- Domestic Egypt air Cairo / Luxor/ Aswan / Cairo
- General Tour of Egypt
- Breakfast and Dinner Daily in Cairo, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Daily on Cruise
- English Speaking Tour
- Tour Guides for this Tour are licensed by the Egyptian Tourist Authority
Unfold the mysteries of ancient Egypt with a Classic Tour of the Land of the sunThis general sight seeing Tour is a classic way to get acquainted and get to know the people, culture and land of Egypt. Start your classic journey by visiting the first capital of united Egypt, Memphis, where you will experience Ptah, the statue of the great pharaoh Ramses II, an alabaster Sphinx, and other wonders of Egyptian temples, visit one of the most exciting archaeological sites and where architecture was born, Sakkara, here you will find the step Pyramids of King Zoser predating the famous Pyramids of Giza by centuries, here you will find exquisite paintings depicting the life and customs of early Egyptians. |
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| Continue and marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, regarded by the ancient Greeks as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. End your day standing in awe at the magnificent Sphinx carved out of a single piece of stone. Enjoy breakfast before check-out on your new day for your domestic departure flight from Cairo to Luxor, from here continue to embark on your cruise ship. Visit the East Bank, and experience the Luxor Temple standing in the center of the town of Luxor. It was built mainly by Amenophis III in the 18th Dynasty to demonstrate the power of this New Kingdom pharaoh. The Luxor Temple was dedicated to Amun, the God of Thebes, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu (the Moon God). One of the two obelisks which originally stood in front of the Temple is now in the Place de la Concorde in Paris; a gift from the Egyptians, in 1836. Proceed to the temple of Karnak, a pharaonic temple surpassing all others with over 100 acres devoted to the gods (enough land to accommodate ten large European cathedrals). For 13 centuries successive pharaohs added their share to make this the most magnificent temple complex in the country and in the entire ancient world. Karnak Temple is a complex of temples, obelisks, pylons, courts, colonnades, halls, reliefs and sanctuaries. The most famous part is the Hypostyle Hall which contains 134 columns. Karnak was the center of worship of the Sun God Amun. Your new day starts with an Egyptian breakfast, and a visit to the West Bank proceeding to the Valley of the Kings and Queens. Enter the tombs of The Great Pharoahs with exquisite colors on the walls still visible from thousands of years ago. You will spend time at the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari considered by many to be the finest building of antiquity in Egypt and certainly among the most impressive in the world. The temple is set in a great amphitheater and its three terraces echo the rock formations in the cliff behind. Continue to see the Colossi of Memnon, twin statues, faceless and mute, who sang at dawn, according to legend. Enjoy a lunch on board, and sail to Edfu. Enjoy breakfast on board, visit the Temple of Horus, considered the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt, reflecting exact traditional pharaonic architecture, this temple is only second largest to Karnak. Visit the Greco-Roman temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Harories in Kom Ombo, after sail to Aswan for dinner and overnight on board. Visit the Aswan High Dam and the nearby granite quarries. View the enormous, unfinished Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut. Next is the island of Philae to experience the exquisite gleaming white temple of Isis. Enjoy lunch on board to prepare for sailing. Board an Egyptian “felucca” (sailing boat), which glides along the Nile, passing Elephantine Island, Lord Ktchener’s Botanical Garden, and the incredible white marble Aga Khan Mausoleum. Relax with dinner on board and overnight in Aswan. The next day prepare to disembark after your Egyptian breakfast, transfer to Aswan airport for your domestic flight to Cairo. Enjoy some leisure time in Cairo in preparation for your flight the following morning to North America, ready to prepare your next journey to the land of the Sun, Egypt. | |
Day 1 - FRIDAY
Departure from North American or other International Gateway to Cairo, Egypt
Day 2 - SATURDAY
Cairo
Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival into Cairo International Airport, you are met and assisted through passport and customs formalities by our airport representative and transferred to your hotel in Cairo for evening at leisure and overnight.
Day 3 - SUNDAY
Memphis / Sakkara / Pyramids of Giza / Great Spinx
Buffet breakfast, start the tour to visit the first capital of united Egypt, MEMPHIS, here you will see the temple of PTAH, the statue of Ramses II & An alabaster Sphinx, nearby visit one of the most exciting archaeological sites, SAKKARA, this necropolis is dominated by the step Pyramids of King Zoser, which predate the famous Pyramids at Giza by centuries and contain exquisite paintings depicting the file and customs of the early dynastic period. Continue to visit One of the Seven Wonders of the world, the Pyramids of Giza " CHEOPS, MEKERINUS & CHEPHREN " Your tour ends with a visit of the majestic Sphinx, which is the largest single block sculpture located at the foot of the grandest Pyramid Chephren. Return to the hotel, evening at leisure and overnight Cairo.
Day 4 - MONDAY
Luxor / East Bank
Buffet breakfast, Check-out and transfer to the Cairo Domestic airport for departure flight CAIRO/LUXOR. Arrival at Luxor airport, meet/assist and transfer to embark the cruise ship. Lunch on board, visit the East Bank, including Karnak and Luxor temples, dinner on board and overnight Luxor.
Day 5 - TUESDAY
West Bank / Edfu
Breakfast on board, Visit the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Hatshepsut temple at Al Deir El Bahari and Colossi of Memnon, Lunch on board, sail to Edfu, dinner on board and overnight Edfu.
Day 6 - WEDNESDAY
Edfu / Aswan
Breakfast on board, visit the temple of Horus in Edfu, sail to Komombo, Lunch on board, visit the temple shared by the two gods, Sobek and Harories, sail to Aswan, dinner on board and overnight Aswan.
Day 7 - THURSDAY
High Dam / Aswan
Breakfast on board, visit the High dam, the Granite Quarries and Philae temple, Lunch on board, P.M felucca ride passing by the Botanical garden and Agha Khan Mausoleum, Dinner on board and overnight Aswan.
Day 8 - FRIDAY
Aswan / Cairo
Disembarkation after breakfast, transfer to Aswan airport for departure flight ASWAN/CAIRO. Arrival at the Cairo Domestic airport, meet/assist and transfer to the hotel, check-in and overnight Cairo.
Day 9 - SATURDAY
Hotel / Airport
Buffet breakfast, check-out and transfer to the Cairo International airport for final departure flight. Start preparing your next trip with Egypt Tourism Consultant for your next trip to the Middle East!
The above program can be extended and tailor-made for Groups
Egypt Tourism Consultants provides the perfect hotel an cruise accommodation choices for your Tours in Egypt. With years of experience we provide the best combination of comfort, and value for your individual needs. On The Classic Egypt Tour I we offer the following categories:
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5 Stars
Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino or Cairo Semiramis Intercontinental depending on availability.
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When on tour, you'll find some of the most luxurious accommodations at the Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino. This 5-star hotel in Cairo is located in the heart of the city just 45 minutes from Giza pyramids and attractions. Combining a former royal palace with twin towers and six acres of gardens, the hotel with casino offers a blend of traditional elegance and contemporary facilities. Enjoy first-class services and renovated accommodations. Rooms and suites offer luxurious bedding, safe, mini-bar, balcony, air-conditioning and magnificent views. Twelve restaurants and two lounges, featuring quick snacks to gourmet dinners. After a busy day, relax in the swimming pool and whirlpool or visit a 24-hour gym for a workout. When planning a tour group event, you couldn't choose a finer hotel. |
Cairo Semiramis Intercontinental
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Standing on the site of the historic Semiramis Hotel, Semiramis InterContinental Cairo is a symbol of modern style. Located in the heart of the city centre, facing the River Nile, the hotel is close to the Egyptian Museum, the Cairo Opera House and the Cairo Tower. The Citadel, Old Cairo, downtown shops and commercial center are nearby. The Giza Pyramids and Cairo International Airport are just 25 km (16 miles) away. The hotel offers a 24-hour health club with a free form outdoor pool, a separate pool for children, a hot tub, sauna, and fitness equipment. Six restaurants offer diners a tour of Italy, France, Thailand, Lebanon, Egypt, and Asia for lunch and dinner. An open kitchen serves a snack menu surrounded by frosted glass windows, plush armchairs, and low settees scattered with Bedouin print cushions in Rithmo lounge. There are 11 conference room accommodating up to 2,000 people. |
Grand Hyatt Cairo
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Grand Hyatt Cairo is a luxury landmark hotel situated on the tip of Roda Island, a peaceful haven directly poised on the Nile River, along the Corniche. Located in the Garden City area, the commercial and business district, the hotel is also close to the centre of modern Cairo. Cultural attractions of Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum or the Citadel are easily reachable by car. The hotel has over 700 luxury rooms & suites enjoying rich Egyptian accents and spectacular views of the Nile and El Cairo from private balconies. The hotel has its own shopping & leisure centre Galleria featuring two cinemas, a multi-purpose auditorium, a high-concept entertainment floor, luxury showrooms, popular retail outlets, a children's floor and a food court. |
M/S Nile Festival, Nile Cruise
The M/S Royal Ruby or The Nile Festival, Amarante Isis, Amarante Osiris depending on cruise schedules and availability.
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M/S Nile Festival is a Five Star Deluxe floating hotel exquisitely decorated throughout in a contemporary style and fully equipped to cater for your every need. Sit back, relax in luxury and take in the sights of the ever-changing scenery before you. The main restaurant seas 160 guest, with a sundeck BBQ, Lounge bar, Piano bar, Sundeck bar, Internet Cafe, Sauna, Massage room, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, open air gym, hairdresser, bazaar shop, and sports area. The rooms offer, 24 inch plasma screen, fruit basket, all cabins with a wide window, telephone, fridge, air conditioning, and safe box. |
M/S Royal Ruby, Nile Cruise
M/S Royal Ruby or Amarante Nile Cruises H/S Isis, Amarante Nile Cruises H/S Osiris depending on cruise schedules and availability.
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M/S Royal Ruby Nile Cruise Boat 5 Star Deluxe Nile river cruise ship sailing between Luxor and Aswan to explore the Valley of the Kings, Karnak temples and more Nile River treasures. It was designed by the exacting standards of the most talented Italian engineers, and was built with strict accordance to the rules & regulations of the American Bureau of Shipping. It boasts 70 well-appointed junior suites (21 square meters) & 01Presidential suites (40 square meter approx.). There are a myriad of luxury feature s on this classic ship, such as: satellite TV, video system with feature movies, 3 classic bars, 1 piano bar, laundry service, international telephone, Internet, sundeck, hair dresser, private bath in each cabin equipped with a shower Jacuzzi, in addition to a digital safe deposit box in each cabin, gift shop, swimming pool, full service restaurant and 24-hours room service. We deal with some of the finest tour operators from around the world, your satisfaction is insured. |
Amarante Nile Cruises H/S Isis & Amarante H/S Osiris, Nile Cruise
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Amarante Nile Cruises River Nile cruise ships Isis and Osiris feature 37 deluxe, spacious and luxurious cabins including the Amarante suite. With large Panoramic Views of the River Nile with all cabins onboard Amarante River Nile luxury cruise ships feature large panoramic windows with a view of the Nile River, all tastefully furnished in an elegant, classical pastel décor with antique style prints. Amarante Isis and Osiris luxury River Nile cruise ships, sail in Upper Egypt between Luxor and Aswan exploring the beauty of the River Nile and the majestic ancient Egyptian temples. The ships also offer features and activities include the following: 24 hour reception, Wi-Fi Internet access (£), in-house video channels and music, gift shop, main dining room with a Nile view serving daily buffet breakfast, buffet lunch and a la carte dinner, sun deck bar overlooking the Nile serving snacks and refreshing cocktails and beverages until sunset, outdoor swimming pool, lounge serving light meals and a wide range of cocktails and beverages, daily night entertainment featuring a dance floor, belly dance show, Nubian folkloric show, and a fancy dress jallabya party, full laundry facilities, valet service, in-house doctor, and fully purified water. |
4 Stars Superior
Le Méridien Pyramids, Cairo
Le Méridien Pyramids or Ramses Hilton depending on availability.
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Le Méridien Pyramids, nestled between the city and the wilderness, boasts unparalleled views of the majestic, ancient splendour of the Giza Pyramids. A mere glance out a guestroom window reveals one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Le Méridien Pyramids is surrounded by landscaped gardens, providing a respite of greenery amidst golden sands. With a peerless choice of restaurants and cuisines, a Royal Club floor, a magnificent swimming pool, and spa amenities, Le Méridien Pyramids is conveniently located only twenty minutes from Cairo’s city center. Le Méridien Pyramids resort hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the historic treasures of Egypt, including El Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx and other monumental sights, and is only 15 minutes' drive from the attractions in city center. |
Ramses Hilton, Cairo
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Located on the banks of the River Nile, the Ramses Hilton hotel is a stunning destination in the heart of Cairo. Take in views of the Nile and the Pyramids from this Egypt hotel's 36th-floor Windows on the World restaurant. Relax by the outdoor pool or enjoy coffee and pastries at the Garden Court Café. The Ramses Hilton hotel boasts a British-style pub, an Indian restaurant, a shopping Galleria and Executive Lounge. Only 45 minutes from Cairo International Airport, the Ramses Hilton hotel is 5 minutes from the Egyptian Museum and within easy reach of famous Cairo attractions. Wake up to a bright and airy 36m²/387sq.ft room, overlooking the magnificent River Nile or the majestic Cairo City. Surf the web with high-speed internet access or curl up in the easy chair to watch the satellite TV. |
The Mövenpick MS Radamis I, Nile Cruise
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The Mövenpick Nile Cruiser Radamis I offers 65 deluxe cabins, including 4 family cabins and 4 suites which can be connected to accommodate families or for an idyllic honeymoon. Cabins include a panoramic wall-to-wall window offering an unhindered view, a bathroom with a bathtub, individually controlled air-conditioning, in-house music video channels, Wifi, Marine Satellite, min-bar, hairdryer and shaving sockets. Radamis I offers fine dining with international cuisine and local delights, Barbecues are served on the sun-deck, snacks and bar service around the pool, bars and a Disco. |
Solaris II, Nile Cruise
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Solaris II is a deluxe Nile Cruise sailing between Luxor and Aswan, This standard Nile cruise enable you to visit all the sights in upper Egypt ( Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshipsut Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple and may be the temples of Abu Simbel, Join Solaris II and discover the majic of the river Nile. The 70 cabins offer private balcony with View over the Nile, individually controlled air condition, private bathroom with bathtub & hairdryer, private sitting area, safe deposit box, direct dial telephone, colour TV with satellite and video channels, music channels, mini bar, and room service. |
4 Stars Standard
Hotel Amarante Pyramids, Cairo
Hotel Amarante Pyramids or Hilton Pyramids Golf Resort depending on availability.
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The Hotel Amarante Pyramids is a unique superior luxury hotel with a paradise-like setting. The tropical swimming pool is surrounded by exotic gardens, palm trees, and waterfalls and offers an exclusive, friendly, and magical atmosphere. 153 luxuriously furnished guest rooms and suites are uniquely designed to overlook the breathtaking tropical landscaped gardens and pool. A wide variety of gastronomic delights featuring international cuisines are available in individual restaurants. Located in the heart of the Giza district, a journey full of fun and entertainment awaits you. The Hotel Amarante Pyramids offers the ideal starting point to discover Cairo and its unique blending of Egypt's great civilization and warm hospitality. |
Sofitel Le Sphinx Cairo, Cairo
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Sofitel Le Sphinx combines an exciting destination and incomparable personal service. This impressive hotel delights even the most seasoned travelers, with a unique opportunity to explore the ancient surroundings in total comfort and convenience. Located in a magnificent park at the foot of the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, 35 km from Cairo international airport, this 5-star hotel, with 280 rooms and suites, is the perfect base for unlimited cultural/tourist activities and great shopping. Sofitel rooms offer elegance and sublime comfort: all 270 rooms & 10 suites, overlooking the pyramids, pool or garden, are fitted with the MyBed concept, air conditioning, satellite TV, direct dial phone, radio, minibar, safe, lounge, and broadband Internet connection. |
M/S Nile Delta , Nile Cruise
M/S Nile Delta or M/S Nile Bridge depending on cruise schedules and availability.
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M/S Nile Bridge, Nile Cruise
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The Nile Bridge ship offers beautiful interiors to make your journey down the Nile an unforgettable journey. From the panoramic windows to the luxurious bar and restaurant with food fit for the Kings. The Nile Bridge offers a reception area & a large Main Lounge bar with panoramic view, large Restaurant, and lounges, swimming pool on Upper deck Billiards, sound proof on all decks & Ultra violet water treatment, discotheque with American music, and Beauty parlor. The ship has 5 Decks has 75 cabins with private facilities. Each cabin has its own: Mini Bar in all cabins, piano Bar, all Cabins are fully air conditioned with individually controlled thermostats, remote Control TV with internal video system, radio channels & intra-Ship telephones, private bath/shower, hair dryer, and endividual Safe deposit box. |
Included services in our tour rates:
- Professional English speaking Tour Guide licensed by the Egyptian Tourist Authority.
- All private airport, hotel, Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan transfers.
- Domestic Egypt air Cario / Luxor/ Aswan / Cairo.
- 5 Full day touring with all entrance fees as per the above itinerary.
- 3 nights Cairo accommodation with bed and breakfast.
- 4 nights Cruise ship accommodation with breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- All Upper Egypt visits as per the cruise itinerary.
Optional services:
Not included services in our tour rates:
1. Tips to guide/driver and Hotel staff.
See Terms and Conditions.
To book Classic Egypt Tour I call 800 933 4421 or select:
Land package prices are per person in U.S. dollars. See also our booking engine. Rates are based on double occupancy and inclusive of taxes.
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Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
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Le Méridien Pyramids, Cairo
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Hotel Amarante Pyramids, Cairo
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Cairo Semiramis Intercontinental
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Ramses Hilton, Cairo
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Sofitel Le Sphinx Cairo, Cairo
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Grand Hyatt Cairo
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The Mövenpick MS Radamis I, Nile Cruise
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M/S Nile Delta , Nile Cruise
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M/S Nile Festival, Nile Cruise
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Solaris II, Nile Cruise
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M/S Nile Bridge, Nile Cruise
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M/S Royal Ruby, Nile Cruise
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Amarante Nile Cruises H/S Isis & Amarante H/S Osiris, Nile Cruise
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