In-depth tour of Egypt-Dahabeya
An unusual trip for those looking for a special and different experience.
Sailing on a unique route that combines the wonders of ancient Egypt with contemporary Egypt on a private ship.
Day 1 - Arrival
Arrival in Cairo , transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in Cairo
Day 2 - Pharaonic Cairo
-Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, including entrance to the Pyramid of Khufu.
-The Vast necropolis of Saqqara, the Serapeum, and the Step Pyramid of Djoser.
Day 3 - The Gateway to Africa
-Flight to Aswan.
-Long drive to Abu Simbel, one of the most impressive temples in the world.
-Visit to the temple.
-Visit to the Aswan Dam.
-The unfinished obelisk. The abandoned obelisk.
-Check-in to the Dahabiya boat.
Overnight on the boat.
Day 4 - A Glimpse of Village Life
-Philae Temple.
-Sail to Harbiab Island.
-Visit the camel market.
-Continue sailing and visit Kom Ombo Temple, the crocodile temple.-Visit the temple.
-Sail to Basher Island.
Overnight on the boat.
Day 5 -Villages, Archeology, Peace
-Continue sailing to Gebel el-Silsila and visit the site.
-Deep in the Nile ,relax at the veach
-Continue sailing to Ramadi Valley and continue sailing and visit Fawaza Island.
Overnight on the boat.
Day 6 - The Nile
-Visit the Temple of Edfu, the most complete temple in Egypt.
-Continue sailing to the town of El Kab.
-Visit the sites in the area.
-Continue sailing and visit local villages.
-overnight on the boat.
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Day 7 - Luxor
-Check outand drive to Luxor.
-Valley of the Kings, visit the magnificent tombs of the pharaohs.
-Deir el-Bahari, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
-Colossi of Memnon, statues of King Amenhotep III.
-Luxor Temple at sunset.
-Visit the local market.
-Overnight in Luxor.
Day 8 - Pharahos and Heritage
-Hot air balloon ride at sunrise (optional).
-Visit Karnak Temple.
-Fly to Cairo.
-The National Museum in Tahrir Square.
-Traditional Tanoura dance show.
-Overnight in Cairo.
Day 9 - History, Food, Culture
-Cairo Citadel and Muhammad Ali Mosque.
-Khan el-Khalili Bazaar and the alleys.
-Food tour and tasting.
-Garbage City.
-Saint Simon Cave Church.
-Overnight in Cairo.
Day 10 -Last Day in Cairo
-View from Cairo Tower 139 meters.
-Fustat, Ben Ezra Synagogue.
-Museum of Civilization, the new home of the royal mummies.
-Food tour and tasting.
-Return flight.
What's included
Domestic flights: Flight from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo-
-Licensed Egyptologist guide.
-Security, taxes, and fees
-All transportation throughout the trip, including transfers from airport to hotel and hotel to airport
-Entrance to all sites and activities listed in the itinerary
Accommodation:
4 nights in Cairo, nl, including breakfast
1 night in Luxor, including breakfast
4 nights sailing on the Nile on a private dahabiya boat, full board
What's not included
-International flights .
-Visa
-Drinks
Gratuities for service providers; porters, and gratuities for guides
-Additional excursions not listed