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Egypt Nile Adventure with Felucca Cruise

This Egypt adventure takes you to all the incredible sights along the iconic Nile River!

9 Days | 1 Countries
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Egypt Nile Adventure with Felucca Cruise

9 Days | 1 Countries

Summary

Experience the best of Egyptian culture, history and landmarks on one of our top Egypt tours! Explore the Pyramids, the Sphinx and famous temples. Hop aboard an Egypt cruise and sail the Nile in a traditional felucca boat. Relaxation awaits during an all-inclusive stay at a Red Sea resort!

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Tour Overview

Start Point IconStart Point

Cairo Airport

End Point IconEnd Point

Pyramids resort by Jaz

Accommodation IconAccommodation

8 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels & felucca)

8 Nights

(3 & 4 star hotels & felucca)

Meals IconMeals

8 Breakfasts | 3 Lunches | 3 Dinners

8 Breakfasts

3 Lunches

3 Dinners

Transport IconTransport

Air-conditioned coach | Plane | Felucca

Air-conditioned coach

Plane

Felucca

Tour Type IconTour Type

Fully-guided tour

Fully-guided tour

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Itinerary

Start Point IconStart Point

Cairo Airport | Any time on Day 1

End Point IconEnd Point

Pyramids resort by Jaz | 10:00 AM on Day 9

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Welcome to Egypt and the start of this Nile Adventure tour! Arrive at Cairo Airport and meet with our local tour representative who will assist you through immigration and passport control. At the hotel, meet your local Egyptologist tour guide. If your flight arrives early enough, enjoy free time to explore the Egyptian capital or relax at the hotel pool.

hotelPyramids resort by Jaz (or similar)
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This morning, explore the Giza Pyramid Complex and see the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure, and the Great Sphinx. Next, visit Sakkara to see the unique step pyramid of Zoser. Tonight, opt for a sound and light show at the pyramids or enjoy a nile cruise complete with local food and music!

Please note: The flight to Aswan is either on Sunday evening or Monday morning depending on availability.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Included
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Marvel at the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza and the enchanting Sphinx. Learn more about ancient Egyptian history from your guide. Entrance fee: 700 EGP

Included
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Marvel at the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza and the enchanting Sphinx. Learn more about ancient Egyptian history from your guide. Entrance fee: 700 EGP

Included
See the Pyramid of Zoser, Sakkara

See the first pyramid! The 27th-century BC Step Pyramid of Zoser (Djoser) gets its name from six tiers that resemble steps. Entrance fee: 600 EGP

Included
See the Pyramid of Zoser, Sakkara

See the first pyramid! The 27th-century BC Step Pyramid of Zoser (Djoser) gets its name from six tiers that resemble steps. Entrance fee: 600 EGP

Optional
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids

Watch a mesmerising light show at the Giza Pyramids after dark while learning more about the history of the pyramids!

Optional
Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids

Watch a mesmerising light show at the Giza Pyramids after dark while learning more about the history of the pyramids!

Optional
Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise & Folklore Show

Enjoy a delicious buffet of local dishes along with traditional entertainment during a dinner cruise on the Nile River!

Optional
Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise & Folklore Show

Enjoy a delicious buffet of local dishes along with traditional entertainment during a dinner cruise on the Nile River!

hotelPyramids resort by Jaz (or similar)
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Catch a flight to Aswan early this morning. Arrive and freshen up at the hotel before the Nile adventure begins. Take a boat trip to Agilkia Island to explore Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. This is widely considered one of Egypt’s most beautiful temples! This evening, enjoy an optional, traditional dinner in a Nubian house.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Included
Explore the Philae Temple

Travel along the Nile and encounter the picturesque island of Philae and its temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Entrance fee: 550 EGP

Included
Explore the Philae Temple

Travel along the Nile and encounter the picturesque island of Philae and its temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Entrance fee: 550 EGP

Optional
Dinner in a Nubian House

Sit down for a traditional Nubian meal with a local family on a home situated on an island in the Nile River!

Optional
Dinner in a Nubian House

Sit down for a traditional Nubian meal with a local family on a home situated on an island in the Nile River!

hotelBasma Hotel Aswan (or similar)
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After breakfast, hop aboard the felucca (a traditional wooden sailing boat). Sit back and relax on the covered deck which provides shade and has comfortable mattresses. Today, join the optional excursion to Abu Simbel. These two massive temples were built into the rock on the western bank of Lake Nasser. Enjoy an overnight stay aboard the felucca.

mealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
Sail the Nile River on a traditional felucca sailboat

Enjoy amazing views while navigating the Nile in a traditional wooden sailing boat. There are shared toilet facilities on-board and meals will be provided.

Included
Sail the Nile River on a traditional felucca sailboat

Enjoy amazing views while navigating the Nile in a traditional wooden sailing boat. There are shared toilet facilities on-board and meals will be provided.

Optional
Abu Simbel Temple

Explore the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples! The UNESCO-accredited structures include two temples carved from stone.

Optional
Abu Simbel Temple

Explore the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples! The UNESCO-accredited structures include two temples carved from stone.

hotelTraditional Felucca (or similar)
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After breakfast, travel to Luxor. But first, discover the symmetrical entrances and riverside scenery of Kom Ombo Temple, a unique “double” temple. Then, explore the East Bank of the Nile. Start at the immense Karnak Temple Complex dedicated to the Egyptian gods Amun, Mut and Montu, before visiting the Temple of Luxor - home to the Avenue of Sphinxes!

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Included
Discover the Temple of Kom-Ombo

This “double-temple” is dedicated to two gods, crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Horus. Admire the perfectly symmetrical twin entrances. Entrance fee: 450 EGP

Included
Discover the Temple of Kom-Ombo

This “double-temple” is dedicated to two gods, crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Horus. Admire the perfectly symmetrical twin entrances. Entrance fee: 450 EGP

Included
Explore the immense Karnak Temple Complex

Considered the most important Pharaonic site, this grand temple complex features remnants of ancient Thebes. Entrance fee: 600 EGP

Included
Explore the immense Karnak Temple Complex

Considered the most important Pharaonic site, this grand temple complex features remnants of ancient Thebes. Entrance fee: 600 EGP

Included
Visit the temple of Luxor

Discover “the world’s largest open-air museum”. Wander the enchanting Avenue of Sphinxes and learn about the area’s Pharaonic and Roman history. Entrance fee: 500 EGP

Included
Visit the temple of Luxor

Discover “the world’s largest open-air museum”. Wander the enchanting Avenue of Sphinxes and learn about the area’s Pharaonic and Roman history. Entrance fee: 500 EGP

hotelTraditional Felucca (or similar)
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Start today’s adventure with a visit to the world-famous Valley of the Kings. Explore incredible tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs including Tutankhamun. Next, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut dedicated to Egypt’s only Pharaoh Queen. Complete the day at the great Colossi of Memnon. Finally, travel to Hurghada for a two-night stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort!

mealsBreakfast, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
Tour the Valley of the Kings

This is one of the richest archaeological sites on Earth with many tombs belonging to New Kingdom pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun. Entrance fee: 750 EGP

Included
Tour the Valley of the Kings

This is one of the richest archaeological sites on Earth with many tombs belonging to New Kingdom pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun. Entrance fee: 750 EGP

Included
Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut

Explore the stunning temple dedicated to Egypt’s first and only female Pharaoh! Parts of the temple were destroyed or restored. Entrance fee: 440 EGP

Included
Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut

Explore the stunning temple dedicated to Egypt’s first and only female Pharaoh! Parts of the temple were destroyed or restored. Entrance fee: 440 EGP

Included
See the Colossi of Memnon

Marvel at the two impressive stone statues dedicated to Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

Included
See the Colossi of Memnon

Marvel at the two impressive stone statues dedicated to Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

Included
Stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort

Enjoy three nights at an all-inclusive resort situated in Hurghada! Relax or take part in various optional activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving.

Included
Stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort

Enjoy three nights at an all-inclusive resort situated in Hurghada! Relax or take part in various optional activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving.

hotelGravity Samra Bay Resort (or similar)
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Make the most of a free day at this beautiful Egyptian resort on the coast! The resort in Hurghada offers a large swimming pool complex, long sandy beaches and all-inclusive food and drink; total relaxation awaits! Alternatively, choose to take part in any number of water sports activities, including full-day snorkelling and scuba diving excursions.

mealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Experiences:
Optional
Red Sea Snorkelling

Sail out to the Red Sea reefs on a free day in Hurghada and go snorkelling with expert guides. See the region’s incredible marine life up close!

Optional
Red Sea Snorkelling

Sail out to the Red Sea reefs on a free day in Hurghada and go snorkelling with expert guides. See the region’s incredible marine life up close!

Optional
Red Sea Scuba Diving

Go scuba diving with expert guides in the Red Sea during a free day in Hurghada! Marvel at the region’s spectacular marine life.

Optional
Red Sea Scuba Diving

Go scuba diving with expert guides in the Red Sea during a free day in Hurghada! Marvel at the region’s spectacular marine life.

hotelGravity Samra Bay Resort (or similar)
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After some rest and relaxation, travel back to Cairo. Check-in at the hotel before heading out to explore Egypt’s bustling capital. Enjoy a visit to the fascinating Egyptian Museum. Then, experience Khan El Khalili, a buzzing bazaar full of souvenir shops, cafés and shisha bars. This is the perfect spot to grab some great coffee and souvenirs!

mealsBreakfast, Lunch
Experiences:
Included
Visit the Egyptian Museum

See treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb and 120,000+ other artefacts on display. Mummies, sarcophagi, pottery, jewellery and more! Entrance fee: 500 EGP

Included
Visit the Egyptian Museum

See treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb and 120,000+ other artefacts on display. Mummies, sarcophagi, pottery, jewellery and more! Entrance fee: 500 EGP

Included
Shop for souvenirs at the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar

This is a great place to pick up everything from incense and cotton garments to handcrafted metal goods and antique stones.

Included
Shop for souvenirs at the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar

This is a great place to pick up everything from incense and cotton garments to handcrafted metal goods and antique stones.

hotelPyramids resort by Jaz (or similar)
day9-cairo-egypt-breakfast

By now you will have enjoyed 9-days exploring the ancient history and culture of Egypt! The tour ends after breakfast at the hotel in Cairo. Expat Explore hopes to welcome you on tour again soon and wishes you a safe trip home!

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Optional
National Museum and Monastery of St. Simon

Enjoy a guided tour of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Then, visit the Monastery of St. Simon and see the impressive cave church.

Optional
National Museum and Monastery of St. Simon

Enjoy a guided tour of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Then, visit the Monastery of St. Simon and see the impressive cave church.

Tour Highlights

Included Experience
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Marvel at the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza and the enchanting Sphinx. Learn more about ancient Egyptian history from your guide. Entrance fee: 700 EGP

Included Experience
Sail the Nile River on a traditional felucca sailboat
Sail the Nile River on a traditional felucca sailboat

Enjoy amazing views while navigating the Nile in a traditional wooden sailing boat. There are shared toilet facilities on-board and meals will be provided.

Included Experience
Tour the Valley of the Kings
Tour the Valley of the Kings

This is one of the richest archaeological sites on Earth with many tombs belonging to New Kingdom pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun. Entrance fee: 750 EGP

Included Experience
Stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort
Stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort

Enjoy three nights at an all-inclusive resort situated in Hurghada! Relax or take part in various optional activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving.

Included Experience
Shop for souvenirs at the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar
Shop for souvenirs at the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar

This is a great place to pick up everything from incense and cotton garments to handcrafted metal goods and antique stones.

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Egypt Nile Adventure with Felucca Cruise

This option includes a traditional felucca cruise on the Nile during the tour. The rest of the itinerary is the same on both tour options.

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13 Included Experiences!

  • Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
  • See the Pyramid of Zoser, Sakkara
  • Explore the Philae Temple
  • Sail the Nile River on a traditional felucca sailboat
  • Discover the Temple of Kom-Ombo
  • Explore the immense Karnak Temple Complex
  • Visit the temple of Luxor
  • Tour the Valley of the Kings
  • Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut
  • See the Colossi of Memnon
  • Stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort
  • Visit the Egyptian Museum
  • Shop for souvenirs at the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar

Optional Experiences

Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.

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Sound and Light Show at Giza PyramidsUS$55

Watch a mesmerising light show at the Giza Pyramids after dark while learning more about the history of the pyramids!

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Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise & Folklore ShowUS$48

Enjoy a delicious buffet of local dishes along with traditional entertainment during a dinner cruise on the Nile River!

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Dinner in a Nubian HouseUS$57

Sit down for a traditional Nubian meal with a local family on a home situated on an island in the Nile River!

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Abu Simbel TempleUS$130

Explore the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples! The UNESCO-accredited structures include two temples carved from stone.

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Red Sea SnorkellingUS$55

Sail out to the Red Sea reefs on a free day in Hurghada and go snorkelling with expert guides. See the region’s incredible marine life up close!

Book On Tour
Red Sea Scuba DivingUS$75

Go scuba diving with expert guides in the Red Sea during a free day in Hurghada! Marvel at the region’s spectacular marine life.

Book On Tour
Memphis and DahshurUS$75

Visit Memphis, the oldest capital of Egypt, and Dahshur, home to the Bent and Red Pyramids - both older than the Giza pyramids!

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The Sights of AlexandriaUS$115

Experience the wonders of Alexandria on a full-day tour! See top sights including the Citadel of Qaitbay and the New Library of Alexandria.

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National Museum and Monastery of St. SimonUS$75

Enjoy a guided tour of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Then, visit the Monastery of St. Simon and see the impressive cave church.

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Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

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Price Breakdown
Standard Tour Cost US$865
Total Price US$865

Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

Contact Us

Full payment is required on tours starting within the next 60 days

Price Breakdown
Standard Tour Cost US$865
Total Price US$865

Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

Contact Us

Full payment is required on tours starting within the next 60 days

Price Breakdown
Standard Tour Cost US$865
Total Price US$865

Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

Contact Us

Full payment is required on tours starting within the next 60 days

Price Breakdown
Standard Tour Cost US$865
Total Price US$865

Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

Contact Us

Full payment is required on tours starting within the next 60 days

Accommodation

Hotels are chosen closer to departure date. We do use a variety of hotels in each destination, so you may stay in a hotel different to that listed here.

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Accommodation Icon Pyramids resort by Jaz
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Accommodation Icon Basma Hotel Aswan
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Accommodation Icon Traditional Felucca
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Accommodation Icon Lotus Hotel
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Accommodation Icon Gravity Samra Bay Resort

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Good value tour

Very comprehensive history by guide

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Great itinerary for exploring Egypt

great tour. It was combined with Timeless Tour at the last minute. Spending a night on Felluca was a life time experience.

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Better than Anticiapted

My idea of visiting Egypt was just to see the Pyramids and the Sphinx, bucket list items. However on this trip I uncovered that Egypt is so much more than just that. The temples ar...

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting destination for the first day of your tour. Make sure you keep departure times and possible delays in mind when booking flights. Please click here to visit Skyscanner - a useful tool for comparing prices from the vast majority of airlines.

When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to. 

If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.

If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.

Yes, and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance. Passengers and their personal property travel with Expat Explore solely at their own risk. A suitable insurance policy should provide adequate cover for medical expenses arising through illness or accident prior to or during the holiday, and loss of holiday monies through cancellation or curtailment of the holiday or other insurable reasons. Clients should ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for the type of activities in their tour. 

For a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with the peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries. To receive a quote from our preferred travel insurance partner please visit World Nomads*.

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While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we have partnered with Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. 

If you would like to receive the hotel list in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel, please request this by sending an email to info@expatexplore.com with your booking reference.

Expat Explore can provide travellers requiring visas with visa support documents on a request basis. Please note that you are required to pay for your tour in full in order to receive the documents. This is an embassy/consulate requirement by law. Once you have received confirmation that your booking has been paid in full, you can request your visa support documents by emailing info@expatexplore.com - please allow up to 10 working days to receive these documents.

All travellers are required to carry their own bags. Our walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down stairs. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.

Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email for consideration. Expat Explore reserves the absolute right to accept or decline a booking at our discretion.

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Before the tour starts, you will receive an email from us requesting your dietary requirements. There is always a vegetarian option available. We try as much as we can to offer you the traditional local cuisine.

Your tour includes inbound and outbound airport transfers if your inbound flight arrives on the tour start date and your outbound flight departs on the tour finish date. Please email info@expatexplore.com confirming your booking reference and the following information:

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This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.