Essential Egypt (5 Star Hotels)

Essential Egypt (5 Star Hotels)

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Essential Egypt (5 Star Hotels)

9 Days Starting and ending in Cairo

Visiting: Cairo, Luxor Governorate, Aswan, Luxor, Kom Umbu, Edfu

Tour operator:

Travel Talk Tours

Tour code:

E1

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

25 - 30

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-59

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Active

From: $2307 $1269 Operator discount: -$1038 -45%

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Soak in all the marvels and wonders of Egypt on this packed 9-day Essential Egypt tour. Witness the last remaining ancient wonder of the world, the Pyramids as well as the Sphinx, Valley of the Kings and the Karnak & Luxor Temples. Discover breathtaking ancient temples while you dig deep into history and mythology, and barter your way through chaotic Bazaars. There are no night drives or train rides, so you can rest comfortably at night; however some days will require late arrivals and early departures.



Highlights

  • Egyptologist guide escorting you to some of the world’s most impressive historic sites

  • Connect with locals while listening to stories of Nubians and hunting for antique treasures at the chaotic Khan el-Khalili Bazaar

  • Shape your adventure with options for hot-air ballooning over Luxor, discovering Abu Simbel and camel trekking

  • Experience the Nubian lifestyle with a Felucca trip and sail to the lovely Kitchener Islands of the Nile

Itinerary

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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.



Included Activities Welcome Meeting

Optional Activities Group Dinner on Cruise - 450 EGP



Day 2 : Cairo City Tour, Luxor

Location: Cairo, Luxor Governorate

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Prepare your lenses for the breath-taking, world-famous Pyramids and the Sphinx at the Giza Plateau. 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 River.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Giza Pyramids

Sightseeing of Sphinx

Sightseeing of Sakkara Pyramid

Entrance Fees

Giza Pyramids/Sphinx - 200 EGP

Sakkara Pyramid - 180 EGP

Day 3 : Luxor, Aswan

Location: Aswan, Luxor Governorate

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 Obelisk and 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.



Included Activities

Sightseeing of Karnak Temple

Optional Activities

Nubian Dinner - 26 USD

Entrance Fees

Karnak Temple - 200 EGP

Day 4 : Aswan

Location: Aswan

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tolip Hotel - 5 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

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, the 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.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Aswan and Philae Temple

Optional Activities

Abu Simbel - 94 USD

Entrance Fees

Philae Temple - 180 EGP

Day 5 : Daily Felucca Cruise On The Nile

Location: Aswan

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tolip Hotel - 5 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Time to relax and enjoy the cool breeze of the Nile. Jump on-board a traditional Felucca sailboat, bound for the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands on the Nile. After our river excursion, the rest of the day is yours to wander around Aswan as you wish.





Included Activities Sailing on the Felucca

Day 6 : Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor

Location: Aswan, Luxor, Kom Umbu, Edfu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

A day full of amazing wonders and ancient beauties. Start off 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!





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Edfu Temple

Sightseeing of Komombo Temple

Sightseeing of Luxor Temple

Entrance Fees

Edfu Temple - 180 EGP

Komombo Temple - 140 EGP

Luxor Temple - 160 EGP

Day 7 : Luxor, Cairo

Location: Luxor Governorate, Cairo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.



Included Activities

Sightseeing of Valley Of The Kings

Sightseeing of Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Optional Activities

Hot Air Balloon - 124 USD

Entrance Fees

Valley Of The Kings - 244 EGP

Queen Hatshepsut - 142 EGP

Day 8 : 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!

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Cairo

Sightseeing of Egyptian Museum

Sightseeing of Citadel of Saladin

Sightseeing of Mohammed Ali Mosque

Sightseeing of Hanging Church

Sightseeing of Bazaar Khan El- Khalili

Entrance Fees

Egyptian Museum - 220 EGP

Citadel of Saladin - 180 EGP

Day 9 : 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

  • Accommodation

    5 and 4 star hotels

  • Airport Transfer

    Arrival and departure transfers. See "Airport Transfer" under Overview section for details.

  • Meals

    8 Breakfasts

  • Transportation

    Air-conditioned coach or mini-bus | Felucca sailboat

  • Guide

    Services of experienced Eqyptologist guides

What's Not Included

  • Any flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Meals not stated in the itinerary

  • Items of a personal nature

  • Visa fees

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • Entrance Fees

    For sights and museums

  • Optional activities

  • Other services not stated in the itinerary

Add Ons

Local Payment: £0

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the maximum group size?

    30

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    NO

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    No

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    No passenger under age 18.

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?


    5-4 Star

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Over 20 years

Reviews of this operator

Jessie Mae Sia  

My travel talk experience was great and memorable

24-Feb-2021

My travel talk experience was awesome and fantastic. Me and my husband was on their Morocco and Turkey tours in 2019, they operated their tours in a culturally fun manner and the tour guides were very nice and very approachable. It exceeded our expection, we love to come back with them in our future travel. Thank you travel talk you made our 2019 as one of our memorable year!

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Jes Snowden (Google Reviewer)  

The Best of Turkey by...

10-Sep-2024

The Best of Turkey by Land was fantastic! If it’s a “tour” of Turkey you’re seeking, this one is the pick of them all. We travelled to the most spectacular locations, and experienced breathtaking moments and views, in every stop! Our tour guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and talked us through the history of the land. He was friendly and very patient, considering the hours he puts into his tours. Mus was able to swap the days activities for some days to ensure we were given the best opportunity for photo’s and leas tourists in other locations. Our bus drivers did an amazing job getting us to all locations safely! Thank you Ahmet & Ali, you are superstars… Highlights for us were Gallipoli, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Fethyie and hot air ballooning in Cappadocia. The group consisted of all ages, which worked out to be a good mix. The weather varied between 25 - 36 degrees throughout the trip, so be sure to pack the sunscreen and portable fan. Hotels varied, each one having it’s own idiosyncrasies, but overall very good. Some of the days were extremely long but we got through them.. I’d recommend this tour to anyone that wants a taste of the beautiful land that Turkey is ☺️

Courtney Godden (Google Reviewer)  

First time doing a tour...

28-Jul-2024

First time doing a tour overseas, wow what an amazing experience. Smaller tour group which was awesome, great hotel choices, professional transportation services and saw the best of Turkey in 12 days. Our tour guide Aykut's hospitality was second to none, he went above and beyond for every member of the group. His knowledge of his country's history and culture was outstanding and explained in a memorable way for a lasting memory. Aykut's has extensive experience as a tour guide and it shows in every way, many special tips from living/growing up in Turkey. Aykut's planning meant everything ran smoothly making our only job to turn up with your belongings and enjoy your experience. Thank you again Aykut for going the extra mile, making sure places had gluten free options for me and for all the funny jokes ☺️

elle mcdowell (Google Reviewer)  

We had an amazing time...

10-Jul-2024

We had an amazing time on our 12 day tour of Turkey! Our guide Yild was attentive, always was there to help us make the most of our trip and great fun! Would definitely recommend this tour to others!!

Samantha Treadwell (Google Reviewer)  

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I...

13-Aug-2024

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I cannot recommend the best of Turkey by Gulet for 12 day tour enough. On this tour we were able to see all parts of turkey from the coast line to the major cities and immerse ourselves in the culture and history! Mustafa is the best tour guide who priorities experiences, learning and safety of all tour participants (he also doubles as a comedian so ensures many laughs are had). From sailing on the Mediterranean Sea, experiencing the best food and culture in Istanbul, to paragliding over Pamukkale springs, and finally ticking off the bucket list moment of hot air ballooning over Cappadocia, this has been a trip not to forget. I cannot recommend this tour enough and would encourage anyone going to turkey to book this trip with Travel Talk!

Victoria McCullough (Google Reviewer)  

I did the travel talk...

26-Aug-2024

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Leigh Anaru (Google Reviewer)  

Just finished the 10 day...

30-Apr-2024

Just finished the 10 day ANZAC tour in Türkiye. Wow what an experience! The tour although busy was jam packed with amazing experiences made all the more richer by our highly knowledgable and very funny guide Aykut. The bus was full of 44 Aussies and Kiwis which would've been no easy feat to control. Aykut and our drivers Naci and Sevki were kind and patient making our long drives enjoyable. Gallipoli was a bucket list of mine, and what a beautiful humbling experience it was, especially the following day tour of the cemeteries. Other than that highlight, the early morning hot air balloon and all the other sites the Kapadokya offers was pretty special too. I will be using Travel Talk again. 5 stars!

Bec Wood (Google Reviewer)  

We did the 11 Day...

26-Apr-2024

We did the 11 Day Anzac Tour of Turkey. It. Was. Phenomenal. My husband and I absolutely love Turkey and were excited to explore the country. Highlights were definitely the Hot Air Balloons in Cappadocia and the privilege of attending the Dawn Service at Anzac Cove. A bucket list item ticked off. This was my second Travel Talk in 2024 and I would absolutely do another one in the future. The tour was organised and our guide, Mustafa, was fantastic.

Scarlett Lily  

One of the best holidays I’ve had

25-Feb-2021

We went on a tour of the Balkans and it was above our expectations. Bojan was the best tour leader gave us so much information about the places we were visiting but also a great laugh! The tour ran so smoothly and was the perfect way to see the area in a little amount of time. It was one of the best holidays I have been on, I loved every minute of it and I can’t wait to book another tour with travel talk. They are great value for money!

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29-Oct-2023

Just completed the exotic Morocco tour with our excellent guide Abdul! He was one of the best tour guides I have met, he brought so much energy and knowledge on the tour and could not imagine doing the tour without him. The tour itself was so diverse, seeing so many different landscapes. It has been one of the best trips I have done. Would highly recommend!

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  • Free Date Changes

    Travel Talk Tours allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Travel Talk Tours requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel talk tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 85% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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