The Nile, Egypt


Egypt
7 Night Freestyle Nile Cruise


Optional Excursions

  1. Sound and Light Show: Luxor $45
  2. Full Day Abu Simbel by Plane $245
    Your day starts with a drive to Aswan airport for your flight from Aswan to Abu Simbel. Upon arrival you will visit the Temple of Ramses and Temple of Queen Nefertari. After touring the temples you will transfer back to Abu Simbel temple then fly back to Aswan
  3. Full Day Abu Simbel by Bus $130
    Your day starts with a drive in by A/C bus from Aswan to Abu Simbel. Upon arrival you will visit the Temple of Ramses and Temple of Queen Nefertari. After touring the temples you will transfer back to Aswan by A/C bus
  4. City Tour of Aswan $25
  5. Edfu Temple $35
  6. Half Day Karnak / Luxor Temple $60
    Visit the Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple, complexes which cover a 100 acres and spans 13 centuries
  7. Half day West Bank $80
    The West bank, a vast burial city. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. The Valley of King's and the two Colossi of Memnon
  8. Luxor Museum $40
  9. Sound & Light Philae $50
    A drive by car to the Nile dock. Cruise to Philae Island area to attend the Light & Sound show. This show relies on changeable lighting, sound effects, moving music and finally, a dramatic narration of the history of Nubia
  10. Nubiane Village $35
  11. Camel Ride: West Bank or Aswan $25
  12. Kom Ombo $30
  13. Full Day Dam / Obelisk / Philae Temple $75
    Visit the world famous High Dam, and graze across lake Nasser. Continue on to the unfinished Obelisk. You will also visit the Philae Temple dedicated to the Goddess Isis
  14. Botanical Gardens $25
  15. Balloon Ride $120

Classic Sightseeing Package $275

Basic Sightseeing Package $190

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Pre/Post Tour Extensions

  1. Cairo sightseeing stopover with 5 star hotel
  2. Day Tour of Cairo (pickup and drop off at Cairo airport)
  3. Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car
  4. Cairo at night by Felucca on the Nile
  5. Tour to Giza Pyramids & Sphinx
  6. Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids
  7. Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise & Show
  8. Day Tour (Pyramids & Memphis & Sakkara)
  9. Egyptian Museum & Citadel & Old Cairo & Khan
  10. Day Tour of Citadel & Khan El Khalili & Old Cairo
  11. Tour to Pyramids & The Egyptian Museum
  12. Camel or Horse Riding at Pyramids Area
  13. Day Trip to the Pharaonic Village
  14. 5 Star Red Sea All-Inclusive adventure
Pyramids

1. Cairo Sightseeing Package Extension:

At the end of the cruise

Prices per Person: $285* (Double occupancy)
*Excludes Christmas, New Year's and Easter - holiday supplements would apply

2. Day Tour of Cairo (pickup and drop off at Cairo airport)

Our representative will meet & assist you at Cairo International Airport to enjoy your few hours in Cairo. After that you will be met & transferred to discover The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Cairo. Then we will move on to relish a trip to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen collection of treasure, gold and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920 when his tomb was excavated. Shopping at Khan El Khalili, one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East. In the evening you will be driven to Cairo Airport. That tour takes about 08 hours.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $155 (Minimum 2 pax)

3. Tour to Alexandria from Cairo by Car

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, and then transfer to Alexandria. First visit Pompay's Pillar. It was constructed in honor of the Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivaling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then you drive to visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Lunch at local restaurant in Alexandria, and then we proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria then to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Finally you will drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $145 (Minimum 2 pax)

4. Cairo at night by Felucca on the Nile

Enjoy a relaxing experience of a felucca ride in the River Nile, where you can discover the amazing view of Cairo at night or enjoy the sunrise and the warm sun during the day. We can also arrange your birthday party while sailing across the Nile.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $45 (Minimum 2 pax)

5. Tour to Giza Pyramids & Sphinx

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel, to visit the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, dates from the time of Chephren. The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. This temple served definitely two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $80 (Minimum 2 pax)

6. Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel to attend the Sound and Light spectacular Show of Giza Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus. Discover the enchanting history of the ancient Egyptians. The show starts with the story of the Sphinx who has been the vigilant guardian of the city of the dead for five thousand years. The show also depicts the story of building the pyramids and relates the history of great and famous figures of ancient Egypt such as Thutmosis IV, Akhnaten, Nefertiti and Tut Ankh Amon. Back to your hotel.

Days 1st Show 2nd Show 3rd Show
Monday English Spanish By Booking
Tuesday English French By Booking
Wednesday English Spanish By Booking
Thursday English French Arabic
Friday English French By Booking
Saturday English Italian By Booking
Sunday English German By Booking
Summer 7:30 PM 8:30 PM 9:30 PM
Winter 6:30 PM 7:30 PM 8:30 PM

All languages available via headphones (English- French- German- Spanish- Italian- Russian- Japanese- Polish-Arabic), translation headsets for free.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $40 (Minimum 2 pax)

7. Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise & Show

It is a fabulous way to enjoy a night on the Nile while you are in Cairo. So, you are invited to dinner on a cruise boat for two hours sailing trip on the Nile with belly dancer, folklore show, western music and dinner on a 5 star cruise. All the time, you'll be delighted in our Chef's menu along with a selection of Egyptian favorites, made with the freshest ingredients, and prepared to make it a memorable dining experience.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $80 (Minimum 2 pax)

8. Day Tour (Pyramids & Memphis & Sakkara)

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel, to enjoy an excursion to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates back to the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren. Move to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty (around 2630 BC) for King Djoser. Then Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant After that transfer to Memphis which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Old Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, and see the Statue of Ramses II.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $135 (Minimum 2 pax)

9. Egyptian Museum & Citadel & Old Cairo & Khan

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel, to enjoy a visit to the most interesting museum, the Egyptian Museum, which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 overwhelming artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen collection of treasure, gold and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated. Then proceed to visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, Citadel of Salah El Din. Head to Old Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, Abu Sirga Church from there you will drive to Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Back to your hotel.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $135 (Minimum 2 pax)

10. Day Tour of Citadel & Khan El Khalili & Old Cairo

Pay a visit to Salah El Din Citadel which was constructed by Salah El Din on the Moqattam hills to defend Cairo from the armies of Crusaders. After that visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque which was designed by the architect Yousif Boushnaq, a Turkish man who came specially from Istanbuland built this great mosque for Mohamed Ali, the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) who ruled Over 45 years. Then proceed to visit Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Visit Old Cairo where you will enjoy, the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Church of St. Barbara, Church of Abu Serga and back to hotel.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $99 (Minimum 2 pax)

11. Tour to Pyramids & The Egyptian Museum

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel, to enjoy an excursion to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramids of chefren. Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant then Move to visit the Egyptian Museum, which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamen collection of treasure, gold and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated. Back to hotel.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $150 (Minimum 2 pax)

12. Camel or Horse Riding at Pyramids Area

Have you ever been in a discovery tours in the desert? Try a horse or a camel riding at Giza Pyramids for 2 hours during the sun rise or sun set. At Giza Pyramids you can see the pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then enjoy the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren. Also, you can see the Valley Temple from outside which belongs to the Pyramids of Chephren.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $50 (Minimum 2 pax)

13. Day Trip to the Pharaonic Village

Our representative will pick you up from your hotel to have an exciting tour to the Pharaonic village where the life of the pharaohs is depicted. You will see people dressed in pharaonic costumes showing you how the ancient lived, how there costumes and homes looked like and what kinds of food they liked.

What's included:

What's excluded: Prices per Person: $60 (Minimum 2 pax)

14. Red Sea All-Inclusive adventure (5 Star):
$499 per person/double occupancy

Red Sea Turtle

Alcoholic drinks not included.

Extension rates do not include:

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