Cairo and the mighty Nile's riches await travelers who book the spectacular Pyramids, Pharaohs and Paradise travel tour. This 11-day Egypt tour with Nile cruise adventure includes both land excursions and a 3-night cruise on the Nile River where you will visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Sphinx, and temples devoted to the great Ramses II, Nefertiti, Horus and more. In Cairo, Egypt's cosmopolitan capital city, shop Egypt's largest bazaar, Khan El Khalili, where you can haggle for Egyptian treasures to take home, or dine at cafes along the Nile River on delicious local cuisine. This Egypt travel package then takes you to tour the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities where you can see replicas of Pharaonic Era treasures and items from King Tutankhamen's tomb and also visit the New Museum Imhotep. Experience firsthand the fascinating stories of the ancient world as you visit grandiose monuments and temples left behind on this once-in-a- lifetime Egypt vacation package then relax and rejuvenate with a 4-night stay at El Gouna/Soma Bay.&#10;&#10;

Arrive in the Land of the Pharaohs. Upon completion of immigration and customs&#10;formalities at Cairo International Airport, you will be met at the exit by our&#10;representative and escorted to your hotel.

Arrive Cairo

Start your morning by visiting the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities which includes&#10;the world&#8217;s largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts Then, drive to Old Cairo to visit&#10;Al Moallaka Church (Hanging Church). In the afternoon after lunch, visit the Great&#10;Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. (B, L)

Cairo – Full Day Pyramids, Museum and Old Cairo with lunch

Early in the morning, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Abu Simbel via&#10;Aswan. Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II and the temple of his beloved Queen&#10;Nefertari. After visiting this magnificent site, you will be transferred to the airport for&#10;your flight back to Aswan. Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be transferred to your&#10;hotel for an overnight stay in Aswan. (B)

Cairo / Aswan / Abu Simbel / Aswan

In the morning, you will visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries with the&#10;Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Isis at Philae. Sail on board a felucca (if&#10;time permits), a traditional Egyptian sailboat and view Kitchener&#8217;s Island Botanical&#10;Garden and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to&#10;your Nile River cruise ship. Accommodation on board will consist of outside cabins&#10;with private facilities. After lunch, sail to Kom Ombo where you will visit the&#10;Ptolemaic Temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Then, sail to Edfu. Overnight onboard&#10;(B,L,D)

Aswan / Kom Ombo / Edfu

Visit the Temple of Horus, the falcon god. Dating from 237 B.C., it is considered&#10;the best-preserved temple in Egypt and the second largest after the Temple of&#10;Karnak. Sail towards Esna, passing through the Esna Lock. In the afternoon, as&#10;you sail towards Luxor, take high tea. Overnight onboard (B,L,D)

Edfu | Luxor 

Visit the West Bank necropolis including the Valley of the Kings, the Funerary&#10;Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Tour&#10;Karnak and Luxor temples, a century&#8217;s old city of pylons, hypostyle halls, colossal&#10;statues, shrines, and obelisks. In the evening see an optional sound and light show&#10;at the Karnak Temple (at extra cost). Overnight onboard (B,L,D)

Luxor

Breakfast and disembarkation followed by a transfer to Hurghada via private&#10;transportation. Spend the rest of the day at leisure (AI)

Luxor / Hurghada

Spend this full day at leisure to relax, explore Hurghada on your own, or participate&#10;in an optional tour at extra cost. (AI)

Hurghada

After breakfast, transfer to Hurghada Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival in&#10;Cairo, you will be transferred to your hotel. (B)

Hurghada / Cairo

<div>After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (B)<br></div>

Depart Cairo

In view of the River Nile, we&#8217;re one kilometer from central Cairo's Tahrir Square and adjacent to Ramses Mall. Cairo Tower and the Egyptian Museum are a five-minute drive from us. Cairo International Airport is only 45 minutes away. Enjoy our river-facing heated outdoor pool, onsite casino, shopping Galleria, evening receptions, and dining venues.<div>Daily breafast included.</div>

Conrad Cairo is situated in the heart of bustling downtown overlooking the magnificent River Nile. Nearby the Egyptian Museum and 5 minutes walk from Nile City shopping mall. Conrad Cairo features spectacular views of the River Nile, enjoy access to the city center businesses as well as legendary attractions, 30 minutes to the Great Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx by car.

This 5-star luxury hotel offers city explores premium rooms with a private balcony featuring views of the Nile River, comfortable sitting area and a work desk. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with movie channels, a DVD player, marble bathroom comes with a separate bath tub, walk-in shower, signature fragrance amenities and a fluffy bathrobe, slippers and a hair dryer, Guests can enjoy the free WiFi in all rooms, public areas and meeting rooms. Facilities include a heated outdoor pool, Room Service is available around the clock, a glamorous international casino is available 24/7, and a health club with modern fitness equipment, 24-hour gym, sauna, steam, massage rooms, and on-site shops.

Located on Elephantine Island in the middle of the River Nile, Mövenpick Resort Aswan offers luxurious accommodations with countless services and close to many tourist attractions and cultural landmarks, as well as the central station. Aswan Airport is about 20 minutes from the resort. Guests at Mövenpick Resort Aswan have a range of dining options with 3 restaurants and 2 bars. Some are located by the picturesque pool, while others boast romantic views across the water. For more casual dining, guests can also make use of the barbecue facilities. 
Guests can choose from 404 rooms, suites, and villas that feature a flat-screen TV and a private balcony or terrace. Rooms also offer a minibar, coffee and tea service, and a private bathroom with a shower or bathtub. Upgraded suites offer additional living space and premium amenities. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the property. 


<p>Residing on the archaic lands of pharaonic Egypt, the source of the stones used to construct the ethereal Pyramids of Egypt, Tolip Hotel Aswan is situated in a prime location with a marvelous view of the Nile River while a being a short distance away from Aswan&#8217;s fascinating sights.</p><p>The hotel still holds the impressions of the history that happened over the centuries in the cliffs and paths that make up the property. Tolip Hotel Aswan is a mere 1KM away from the railway station and 25KM away from the Aswan International Airport.</p><p>Daily breakfast included.</p>

The Hilton Hurghada Plaza is a deluxe five star hotel situated on Hurghada Bay with all its 212 rooms overlooking the Red Sea with direct access to the beachfront. The hotel is less than three kilometers from downtown Hurghada and 20 minutes from Hurghada Marina, which links to the Giftun Islands via boat. Includes a fitness center, a choice of outdoor pools, and a spa featuring a Turkish bath.
Hurghada is world famous for scuba diving, tropical fish, coral reefs and water sports.

<span>The Swiss Inn Resort is an art deco-styled resort hotel that stands on the shores of the beautiful Red Sea. The hotel has 401 rooms spanning three floors, and on-site facilities, include free Wi-Fi, conference/banquet facilities, tennis court, squash and gym. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, tea &amp; coffee making facilities, mini bar, and satellite TV. Several on-site restaurants and bars serve guests with local and international dishes and drinks. One of the hotel&#8217;s major attractions is the diversity of swimming pools and the idyllic location on the shores of the Red Sea. Commanding a perfect location by the Touristic promenade where everything is around. Swiss Inn Hurghada Resort is an oasis of relaxation, where you can enjoy the private sandy beach, Aqua play pool and an array of leisure facilities. Ideally overlooking the amazing Red Sea, Swiss Inn Resort is the right place for those who seek underwater exploration. The resort features private marina with water sports center offering variety of water activities as well as a fully equipped diving center. Indulge yourself with a relaxing massage treatment in the on-site spa offering sauna, steam, Turkish hammam and Jaccuzzi.</span>

Abu Simbel Great Temple

Pyramids Giza Plateau, Cairo

The Great Temple of Horus, Edfu

Felucca Boat on the Nile River, Aswan

Cairo and the mighty Nile's riches await travelers who book the spectacular Pyramids, Pharaohs and Paradise travel tour. This 11-day Egypt tour with Nile cruise adventure includes both land excursions and a 3-night cruise on the Nile River where you will visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Sphinx, and temples devoted to the great Ramses II, Nefertiti, Horus and more.

PYRAMIDS, PHARAOHS, & PARADISE

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