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The wonders of Egypt in 10 days, with stopovers in Cairo and Luxor

Main features
Boat model: Dahabieh
Type: Special sailing boats
Number of cabins: 10
Maximum capacity: 20 travelers
Crew members: 11

Cabin

Double cabin
Double cabin with twin beds convertible into a double bed.
Suite with terrace
Suite with double bed, 3 windows and terrace.
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Cairo
Our representative will welcome you on arrival at Cairo International Airport and will accompany... more+ you to your hotel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. At the hotel, he will help you with check-in formalities and provide you with all the information you need for the following days. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay in hotel included more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Cairo
After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will take you to the world of "absolute greatness": the... more+ Giza plateau, symbol of ancient Egypt with its pyramids: Cheops, the largest of the pyramids and the last of the Seven Wonders of the World, Chephren and his Temple of the Holy Sepulchre, the last of the 7 Wonders of the World, Chephren and his Temple of Pink Granite and Mykerinos, bordered by the pyramids of the queens, all guarded by the famous Sphinx of Giza, the largest monolith in the world. The visit will include a mastaba with scenes of daily life and the Imhotep Museum, with a panoramic view allowing you to take memorable photos of the three pyramids together. A visit to the Temple of the Valley is scheduled after lunch in the restaurant (vegetarian meal available on prior request). This is followed by a visit to the famous Egyptian Museum, which houses the treasures of Tutankhamun. Then it's on to the Coptic Quarter for a visit to the Church of Saint Sergius and a stroll through the district. At the end of the day, you will visit the Khan El Khalili souk. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay in hotel included more+
Activities: Including: Excursion to the Pyramids of Giza, Visit to the egyptian museum, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Cairo Luxor Esna El Hegz
After breakfast at the hotel, our representative will accompany you to Cairo Airport for your... more+ flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, our representative will welcome you. Your English-speaking guide will drive you in an air-conditioned vehicle to the east bank of Luxor, site of the fabulous Karnak complex—the largest religious complex ever built, dedicated to the Theban triad with Amun-Ra. Its ancient name "Ipet-isut" means "the most sacred place." The spectacular hypostyle hall has 137 monumental columns. You will then visit the Theban Necropolis on the west bank, followed by the Valley of the Kings with its tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs. The tour continues to the Colossi of Memnon and the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Carved into the Theban cliff, this three-level temple combines harmony and modernity. Although dedicated to Amun, it also houses chapels of Anubis and Hathor. The temple of Hatshepsut, one of only four female pharaohs, remains an exceptional testament to her reign. After the visits, transfer to your dahabieh in Esna (boarding at noon). Lunch on board while sailing to El Hegz Island for the night. Dinner and overnight stay on board. 
Activities: Including: Visit of the east bank of Luxor, Visit to the temple of Karnak, more+
Optional services: Sound and light show at the Temple of Karnak, Visit of the tomb of Seti I more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
El Hegz Edfu Bassaw
After breakfast on board, you will sail to Edfu. On arrival, you will be transferred to the Temple... more+ of Horus further inland. This sanctuary of the falcon god Horus is both the largest temple of the Ptolemy dynasty and the second largest in Egypt after Karnak. Inside, the intact paintings, inscriptions and reliefs make it the best-preserved temple in Egypt. After your visit, you will return to the boat for lunch and continue your cruise to Bassaw Island, where the boat will stop for the night. Enjoy a free stroll around the island and dinner on the shore. 
Activities: Including: Visit to the Temple of Horus, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Bassaw Gebel el-Silsila Kom Ombo El Ramady
Breakfast on board, then departure for a visit to Gebel Silsileh, both an archaeological site and... more+ Egypt's most important sandstone quarry. Under the protection of the god Hapy, this quarry provided sandstone for almost all the temples of Upper Egypt. On the western bank stands a rock sanctuary dedicated to the god Horemheb and seven other deities, including the local god Sobek. Lunch on board, then explore the ancient quarry on foot before sailing to Kom Ombo. This perfectly symmetrical temple honors two deities: Sobek the crocodile (south) and Horus the falcon (north). Built on a hill by three Ptolemies, the Kom Ombo complex is surrounded by walls decorated with reliefs. Return to the boat and sail to El Ramadi Island for an overnight anchorage. 
Activities: Including: Visit to the archaeological site of Gebel Silsileh, Visit to the temple of Sobek and Haroëris, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Aswan Agilkia Aswan
After breakfast on board, continue up the Nile to Aswan, then depart for a visit to the Temple of... more+ Philae on Agilka Island, one of the most beautiful sanctuaries in Egypt. Begun under Pharaoh Nectanebo I (30th dynasty) and completed by the Romans, this sanctuary is the main place of worship dedicated to Isis. After the visits, return to the ship for lunch, dinner, and overnight on your cruise. 
Activities: Including: Visit to the temple of Philae on the island of Agilka, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Aswan
After breakfast on board, free time. Lunch served on the boat. Free afternoon aboard the dahabiya.
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Aswan El Ramady
After breakfast on board, you will set sail for Kom Ombo. Lunch on board, followed by a sail to the... more+ island of El Ramady. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
El Ramady Esna
After breakfast on board, you will sail to Edfu. After lunch on board, you will admire the... more+ magnificent scenery as you sail towards Esna, where you will dine and spend the night on board. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Esna Luxor
After breakfast on board, your guide will accompany you in an air-conditioned and modern vehicle... more+ from Esna to Luxor. Our representative will accompany you to Luxor airport for your flight to Cairo. We hope you have enjoyed your Egypt tour. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

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The price includes
Tour Guide (Egyptologist)
Reception and assistance at arrival and departure airports
Soft Drinks
Water
Visits and entrance fees as per program
Fast-track service at Cairo airport
Transfers
Assistance for travellers throughout their stay
Personal expenses
Service charges and taxes
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Hotels included in the program
The price does not include
Visa for Egypt
International flights
Domestic flight
services not mentioned in the programme
Beverages other than those listed
Prepaid SIM card
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Fees for porters, drivers, boat crew - Mandatory : 100€ / people to be paid on the spot with cash
Tips for guides (between €5 and €10 per person per day) - Mandatory
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

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