Amazing Egypt By Felucca (5 & 4 Star Hotels)
Amazing Egypt By Felucca (5 & 4 Star Hotels)
10 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Nile River
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EA
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 30
Age range:
0-0
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Egypt with the "Amazing Egypt By Felucca" tour, where ancient history meets modern comfort. Stay in luxurious 5 and 4-star hotels and experience the charm of traditional Egyptian feluccas as you sail the Nile for two nights. Discover the wonders of Alexandria, including the legendary lighthouse and ancient library, and explore iconic sites like the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley of the Kings with an expert Egyptologist guide. Enjoy free time in Cairo to mingle with locals and shop at the bustling Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. Enhance your adventure with optional activities such as hot-air ballooning over Luxor or a dinner cruise in Cairo. With included meals, transportation, and guided tours, this cultural expedition promises a rich tapestry of experiences in the heart of Egypt.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star
Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Cairo or board a cruise for an optional group dinner.
Day 2 : Cairo, Alexandria, Cairo
Location: Alexandria
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise and shine, we’re travelling back in time to the home of ancient knowledge. Depart for Alexandria, the second largest city in Egypt and walk the ruins one of the largest and most significant libraries ever on earth. The Great Library of Alexandria stood for decades as the universal capital of knowledge and learning for all ancient scholars. Stand where the Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the tallest structure men has seen for centuries. Alexandria is a must-see for all travellers alike! Once you get your daily dose of history and ancient culture, return to Cairo for overnight stay.
Day 3 : Cairo City Tour, Luxor
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Prepare your lenses for the breath-taking, world-famous Pyramids and the Sphinx. Face all their 4,600-year glory and embrace the only remaining Ancient Wonder of the World. After everyone had their dose of awe, we head out to Sakkara for sightseeing. The first capital of ancient Egypt is famous for the step pyramid built in 2700 B.C. Later in the afternoon, board the bus to Luxor and check into our premium hotel by the Nile.
Day 4 : Luxor, Aswan
Location: Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tolip Hotel - 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart for the vast Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most important religious centres of ancient Egypt with its marvellous temples. Your Egyptologist guide will enlighten you with the most intriguing stories and mythologies fuelling such creations for millennia. In the afternoon drive to Aswan for overnight stay.
Day 5 : Aswan, Felucca Cruise
Location: Aswan
Accommodation Name: Traditional Egyptian Felucca
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Time to explore Aswan, famed for its skilled artisans and the Unfinished Obelisk. Take a short motorboat ride to reach the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, divine mother of the pharaohs. The temple is set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile. Early in the morning you can join the optional trip to the gorgeous Abu Simbel, an iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a must-do for all keen on history and mythology. Later in the afternoon, embark your felucca to cruise on the Nile.
Day 6 : Felucca Cruise On The Nile
Location: Nile River
Accommodation Name: Traditional Egyptian Felucca
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is a chill-day sailing down the Nile, watching beautiful scenery and waving to the locals swimming and fishing. Whilst absorbing the stunning temples along the coast, sit back and enjoy the relaxing breeze. Have a dip in the Nile, play beach-ball with locals and prepare for a locally-prepared feast.
Day 7 : Felucca Cruise On The Nile, Edfu, Komombo, Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
Time to bid farewell to our lovely felucca. Start off the day with a visit to the Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Next stop will be Edfu, home to one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple was built over 180-years from 237 BC to 57 BC. As you get your dose of marvel, ride to Luxor and check into the hotel. After a refreshing break, brace for the Luxor Temple, dedicated to the great god Amun. The temple was built on top of a smaller structure dating back to 14th century BC!
Day 8 : Luxor, Cairo
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The West Bank of the Nile awaits with the incredible Valley of the Kings. Also known as “City of the Dead”, it's home to fancy royal tombs carved into desert rocks and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. As you’d expect, here lied the famous mummy of Tutankhamun III. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is the next stop. As you try to break the spell of ancient wonders, drive to Cairo for overnight stay.
Day 9 : Cairo City Tour
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world. Egyptian Museum of Cairo houses around 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities. Then roam around Cairo stopping by the Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Hanging Church and the world-famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Make sure to wear your haggling hats and brace for the mayhem!
Day 10 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Have your final breakfast on us and start bidding farewells to your travel mates. Check-out of the hotel in Cairo (11:00am) and catch the transfer to the airport at the end of your tour. Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay in 5 and 4 star hotels and enjoy a traditional felucca boat experience.
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Meals
Enjoy 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners during your tour.
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Transportation
Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus and experience a Felucca sailboat ride.
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Airport Transfer(s)
Arrival and departure transfers are provided on the first and last day of the trip.
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Tour Guiding
Benefit from the services of experienced Egyptologist guides throughout your journey.
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Train (Sleeper Cabin)
Travel on 2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in a private 2 berth cabin.
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Tips and gestures
Tips and gestures are not covered and are at your discretion.
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Entrance fees to the sights and museums
Entrance fees to various sights and museums are not included.
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Optional activities
Optional activities are available at an additional cost and are not included in the tour price.
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Other services not stated in the itinerary
Any services not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Add Ons
Local Payment: £
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with air-conditioned coaches or mini-buses, and enjoy a unique journey on a traditional Felucca sailboat. The tour also includes two overnight sleeper train journeys, providing a comfortable and efficient way to explore Egypt.
Accommodation
Experience the comfort of 5 and 4-star hotels, including the Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino and Steigenberger Nile Palace Hotel, along with a unique stay on a traditional Egyptian Felucca boat, offering a blend of luxury and authentic local charm.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in 5 and 4-star hotels, as well as a traditional Egyptian Felucca boat for a unique sailing experience on the Nile.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation during the tour is provided by an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus, and there is also a traditional Felucca sailboat for the Nile cruise.
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Is there an airport transfer included in the tour?
Yes, arrival and departure transfers are included on the first and last day of the trip.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes the services of experienced Egyptologist guides who will accompany you to various historic sites.
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What optional activities are available during the tour?
Optional activities include a group dinner on a cruise in Cairo, a Nubian dinner in Aswan, a visit to Abu Simbel, and a hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
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What are some of the key historic sites visited on this tour?
The tour visits several key historic sites including the Pyramids and Sphinx, Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Library of Alexandria, and the Citadel of Saladin.
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What is the experience like on the Felucca cruise?
The Felucca cruise offers a relaxing experience sailing down the Nile, with opportunities to swim, sunbathe, and enjoy local feasts on the riverbanks while watching the sunset.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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