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Alexandria, Classical Egypt & Nile Cruise

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14 days

Take in the best of Egypt on this 14-day tour and relax on a 5-star Nile cruise. Discover awe-inspiring ancient wonders and see the highlights of Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan. Marvel at the Pyramids of Giza, visit the beautiful Philae Temple, explore pharaoh’s tombs at the Valley of the Kings and more.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

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Tour Overview

Duration

14 days

Starts

Cairo

Ends

Cairo

Range

Signature

Tour Guide

Yes, escorted by a tour guide

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 24

Minimum age

15 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Thursdays

Hotel Rating

4 - 5 star

Countries

Egypt

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 13, Lunch: 5, Dinner: 5
Per person from
USD$2,341.75
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Total From
$5,510.00
USD$4,683.50
Deposit From
Final payment
USD$800.00
$4,283.50

Tour Highlights

Cairo - Gaze in awe at the ancient Pyramids of Giza, explore the Necropolis of Saqqara and see King Tut's treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum
Alexandria - Take in the highlights of this beautiful Mediterranean port city, including the Roman Catacombs, Pompey's Pillar, the Library of Alexandria and Quaitbay Fort, the site of the great Lighthouse of Alexandria
Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and explore the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night
Dendera - Explore the beautifully preserved Temple of Hathor, with its exquisitely decorated ceiling
Nile cruising - Cruise the River Nile from Luxor to Aswan on board a 5 star river cruiser
Aswan - Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island to explore romantic Philae Temple and wander around the colourful souqs
Kom Ombo - Visit the Nile side Temple of Kom Ombo

Included

Breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 5 dinners
7 nights 4-5 star hotels, 4 nights aboard a 5 star Nile Cruiser (en suite cabin)
2 overnight trains from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo (private 2 berth sleeper cabin)
An airport arrival transfer on day 1 and a departure transfer on day 14
Touring - Alexandria , the El Alamein Battlefields, Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan and Luxor
Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology
All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tip for your tour guide - we recommend you allow USD$8 per day, per traveller for your guide, though ultimately tipping is an entirely personal gesture
Entrance Fees: USD$110-130pp, paid in local currency
Tipping Kitty: USD$70-90pp, paid in local currency
Tipping is not a natural part of many Western cultures and many of us feel uncomfortable, or unsure, about when, or how much, to tip. However, in the places you will visit, tipping makes up a significant part of many people's wages so it's important that we get it right. For this reason we've developed a very simple system to take all the hassle out of tipping. With our 'tipping made easy' policy, a nominal pre-determined amount is collected from all group tour participants to cover tips en route. This then saves you the hassle of when and how much to tip bellhops, luggage handlers, local guides and other support staff through the tour. Our 'tipping made easy' doesn't include a tip to your group tour leader. Naturally, though, the amount is up to you as tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Cairo

Welcome to Egypt. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you'll be met and transferred to our hotel. Here begins your Egyptian adventure! There will be a welcome meeting held at the hotel at 7pm.

Overnight: Cairo

Day 2 - Alexandria sightseeing

Cairo – Alexandria. This morning we make our way along the beautiful Mediterranean coast heading to the port city of Alexandria. On a guided tour we explore the ancient Roman Catacombs, heading underground to set our sights on the largest known Roman burial site in Egypt. From here we visit Pompey’s Pillar and see the incredible Library of Alexandria (exterior) and make our way to Citadel of Qaitbay. This fortress was built on the site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient world. As we end our guided tour, we head back to our hotel to freshen up before our tasty evening meal.

Overnight: Alexandria
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - El Alamein

Alexandria – Cairo. After breakfast this morning, we visit the El Alamein. The ground of this Commonwealth War Graves speaks of the battles fought here during World War II. We pay respect to the 13,000 Allied soldiers that were killed in this battle. Later, we continue our tour with a visit to the El Alamein military museum that acts as a memorial for the battle and houses many of the war relics, where we learn the complete history of World War II in North Africa. Once our tour ends, we return to Cairo.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 - Free Time in Cairo

Today is spent at leisure, you can explore Egypt’s capital as you please. Perhaps visit the lesser-known sights of the city by taking our optional Backstreet of Cairo tour. On this tour wander down El Moez Street in Islamic Cairo, visit Garbage City and the famous Cave Church of St. Simon.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Pyramids of Giza

Today brings us a full day of touring, we will start with the incredible pyramids and the iconic Sphinx at The Giza Plateau. The Pyramids of Giza are the sole surviving Ancient Wonders of the World and oldest tourist attraction. Perhaps opt to ride a camel. Later we make our way to the necropolis of Saqqara, where we discover the myriad of tombs and temples and see Zhoser’s step pyramid - constructed by Imhotep, the pharaoh's chief architect in 2700 BC.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 - Grand Egyptian Museum

Cairo – Luxor. This morning we join our guided tour of the incredible new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. This vast 490,000 sq.m complex showcases an astonishing collection of artefacts from nearly every period of ancient Egyptian history. Among the highlights are treasures of King Tutankhamun, with plans for his famous solid gold funerary mask to eventually be showcased here, alongside many items being exhibited for the first time.

Later, we make our way to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which remains home to a vast collection of statues, jewellery, and sarcophagi. Here, we’ll see the well-preserved mummies of Yuya and Thuyu, high-ranking nobles and the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. Some mummies are so well preserved they still have thick locks of hair and visible fingernails. After our excursion, we return to the hotel to enjoy some free time by the pool before boarding an overnight sleeper train.

Overnight: Sleeper Train
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 - Luxor & Dendera

We arrive in Luxor this morning and drive 60km north to Dendera. Dendera is one of Egypt’s best-preserved temple complexes and covers an astonishing 40,000 square meters. The temples, shrines and chapels in this vast complex were gradually built across thousands of years. The main pinnacle of Dendera is the 2000-year-old Temple of Hathor with its beautifully inscribed ceiling. Returning to Luxor, the afternoon is free to spend at leisure. Enjoy a dip in the pool and soak up the sunshine or take a stroll around town. This evening there's an optional excursion to the beautiful Temple of Luxor.

Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 - Valley of the Kings & Karnak Temple

Early morning, we cross to Luxor’s West Bank of the Nile and set our sights on the 18m-high colossi of Memnon, all that remains of the temple of the hedonistic Amenophis III. Next stop is the famous Valley of the Kings, where we explore some of the beautifully decorated pharaoh’s tombs. Then we travel on to the striking limestone, colonnaded Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s finest monuments.

Mid-afternoon we return to the East Bank and check-in on board a 5-star Nile cruise that will be our home for the next four nights. Grab lunch and relax on board, late afternoon we head out to visit the colossal Temple of Karnak. The spectacular complex of sanctuaries, pylons, chapels, halls and obelisks, are all dedicated to the Theban gods and to the greater glory of Egypt’s Middle and New Kingdom rulers.

Overnight: Nile cruiser
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 - Nile Cruising

Nile cruising. This morning we sail downstream. Take the day to relax on deck and go for a swim, soak up the sunshine and take in the stunning view as we cruise the River Nile.

Overnight: Nile cruiser
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 - Kom Ombo Temple

Nile Cruising - Aswan. We spend another day onboard our cruiser, relax as we sail the Nile to the Temple of Kom Ombo and then onto Aswan. Dedicated to the Crocodile God Sobek and Falcon God Horus, everything in the temple is perfectly symmetrical along the main axis including twin halls, courts, colonnades, sanctuaries and entrances. We arrive into Aswan this evening.

Overnight: Nile cruiser
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11 - Aswan, Abu Simbel & the Philae Temple

This morning is free to spend at leisure or take an optional early morning excursion to the Temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel. Possibly the most incredible temple of all ancient Egypt, guarded by the four famous colossal statues of Ramses II. Please see our Abu Simbel by Road add-on for more info.

This afternoon we visit the beautiful Philae Temple, a sacred temple dedicated to the most revered and beloved goddess Isis. Most of the temple's complex structure was completed by Ptolemy II and the Romans up to 3rd century AD. To preserve the temple from the rising water of Lake Nassar, UNESCO stepped in and started a mission to have the entire temple relocated and placed 20m higher on to nearby Agilika Island.

Overnight: Nile Cruiser
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12 - Aswan at leisure

Aswan – Cairo. Disembark the Nile Cruiser and spend the day leisure, discovering Aswan at your own speed. Perhaps head over and pay a visit to the Old Cataract Hotel, where Agatha Christie wrote the novel Death on the Nile. This afternoon, we board the overnight train (twin berth sleeper cabins provided) for our journey back to Cairo.

Overnight: Sleeper Train
Meals: Breakfast

Day 13 - Cairo - Old City tour or relax

We arrive in Cairo this morning, check into our hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend at leisure, have a relaxing day by the pool or join an optional tour visiting Old Cairo, Coptic Cairo and the Citadel of Saladin.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Day 14 - Cairo

Wednesday. This morning our tour comes to an end. Bid your fellow travellers farewell before an included transfer to airport.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Reviews

14 Day Egypt with Nile Cruise. Great tour, Great Value. Our tour guides were Amir Essam and Doaa. Both were superb. They went the extra effort to make the tour a memorable experience. We ask both on them for changes and addon and they came thru every time. They are exceptional. Very Happy!

Excellent tour & guide. Nader Nasr was extremely knowledgeable, considerate & very patient. He Made our tour group feel very special & fun. Except feeling overcharged compared to other people in our tour group for the Abu Simbel day & the horrid train trip, it was a fantastic experience.

Aamer Ibrahim was fabulous. This is the fourth time I've traveled with OTG and Aamer is the best tour guide I've had through this tour company.

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Post Tour Accommodation - Cairo

Double

$155per passenger

Twin

$155per passenger

Single

$275per passenger

Pre Tour Accommodation - Cairo (from price)

Double

$155per passenger

Twin

$155per passenger

Single

$275per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Great Temple of Abu Simbel | Egypt
Abu Simbel by Road

Possibly the most awe-inspiring temple of all ancient Egypt, with its gargantuan rock-cut facade is the magnificent Abu Simbel. Guarding the entrance to the temple are 4 colossal seated statues of the pharaoh himself, staring out across Lake Nasser.

$185

per passenger
Khan el-Khalili Market Cairo
Backstreets of Cairo

Discover some of Cairo’s most fascinating neighbourhoods and get off the beaten track on this Backstreets of Cairo tour. Stroll through the bustling Downtown and explore the beautiful mosques and monuments of Islamic Cairo’s spectacular El Moez Street, before bartering for goods at Khan el Khalili Bazaar. Then learn about the life of the Zabbaleen waste pickers before visiting the famous Cave Church of St Simon.

$135

per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Paradise Inn Le Metropole
Alexandria

Le Metropole is one of the oldest in Alexandria and is a superb example of 18th century architecture. The rooms are are cozy and well appointed.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Holiday Inn Cairo Maadi
Cairo

Overlooking the Nile and offering distant views of the Great Pyramids of Giza, this Holiday Inn provides the perfect location for your stay in Cairo. Each guestroom features a balcony (not Nile View as standard) and is well-equipped with modern amenities including free WiFi. Evenings can be spent enjoying international or Egyptian cuisine and unwinding with a cocktail at one of the hotel’s bars. Thanks to the friendly hotel staff, you’ll soon feel at home. And with panoramic views of the city from the rooftop lounge and pool, there’s no better place to base yourself for exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel
Sleeper Train
Cairo

When travelling on an overnight train in Egypt, sleeper carriages offer the highest level of comfort. Cabins are equipped with two beds (one above the other), a basin, electric points and air conditioning. Freshly laundered bedding is provided and in the early evening an attendant will come round and make up your bed for you. The carriages have toilets at each end and there is a club car which serves snacks and beverages. In the morning a very basic breakfast is provided.

Our Rating
Simple
Local Rating
Train
Sonesta Hotel, Towers & Casino Cairo
Cairo

The Sonesta Hotel & Casino is a sophisticated and luxurious hotel offering spacious, en-suit rooms with opulent furnishings. Enjoy a cocktail at the poolside bar or indulge in a relaxing massage or Turkish steam bath at the full-service spa. With 5 restaurants located within the hotel you'll be spoilt for choice over dining options.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel
Cairo

Radisson Blu is in the Heliopolis area of Cairo, just 3 kms from Cairo International Airport. Providing spacious, well appointed guest rooms with amenities such as a daily newspaper and turndown service, the hotel is the perfect oasis for guests visiting the city. Its two restaurants, lobby lounge, and gourmet bakery offer a range of culinary choices. To top it all off, the hotel boasts a rooftop spa and pool with panoramic Cairo views.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel
Sonesta St. George Hotel
Luxor

An elegant and luxurious classical hotel, the Sonesta's sophistication will ensure you a comfortable stay. The hotel has a sweeping terrace with fantastic views of the Nile, a grand entrance of polished marble and handsomely appointed furnishings with exquisite detail and a beautiful health spa. All its rooms offer views of the city or the river, complemented by a wide range of restaurants and cafes. Just minutes away you will find the temples at Luxor and Karnak, home to two of ancient Egypt's most famed sanctuaries.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Deluxe Hotel
Steigenberger Nile Palace
Luxor

The Steigenburger Nile Palace is a grand hotel and stylishly furnished, with many rooms overlooking the Nile River. The hotel has a health club with massage rooms, sauna, steam room and fitness room, and a tennis court on the roof, not to mention a riverside pool. Its four restaurants offer a choice between Nubian, Lebanese, Italian, and Thai cuisine.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Deluxe Hotel
M/S Medea
Nile Cruising

The M/S Medea is elegantly furnished with rich fabrics, wood panelling and classic style furniture, offering a refined setting for your Nile cruise. The restaurant offers 120 covers with a combination of waiter service and buffet meals which allows to sample both Egyptian and international cuisine. The spacious lounge bar is tastefully furnished with Chesterfield sofas and offers panoramic views of the Nile River.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 star cruise boat
M/S La Traviata
Nile Cruising

M/S La Traviata has proved be a long term favourite with many regular Nile cruise guests. The cosy restaurant on the lower deck serves 88 guests and serves both - international and Egyptian cuisine. Lounge bar with dance floor and music system for evening entertainment. The sundeck offers a pool as well as sun loungers and a shaded area. The reception offers full services including an international phone. The gift shop on board has a wide range of gifts and souvenirs from Egypt.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 star cruise boat
M/S Miriam
Nile Cruising

M/S Miriam is a beautiful Nile cruise boat offering 59 spacious cabins. Onboard you'll find a fantastic restaurant serving both international and Egyptian cuisine. As your cruiser makes it's way along the mighty Nile river, take the opportunity to relax on deck and watch the changing scenery or perhaps indulge in a book.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 star cruise boat

Prices & Dates

All dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room.

2024
Twin/Double
Single
5 Dec - 18 Dec
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$3,265$2,776
$5,135$4,365
19 Dec - 1 Jan
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$3,265$2,776
$5,135$4,365
26 Dec - 8 Jan
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$3,355$2,852
$5,315$4,518
2025
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Single
2 Jan - 15 Jan
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$2,755$2,342
$4,295$3,651
16 Jan - 29 Jan
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13 Feb - 26 Feb
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20 Feb - 5 Mar
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27 Feb - 12 Mar
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6 Mar - 19 Mar
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13 Mar - 26 Mar
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20 Mar - 2 Apr
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2026
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1 Jan - 14 Jan
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$3,465$2,946
$5,445$4,629
8 Jan - 21 Jan
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15 Jan - 28 Jan
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22 Jan - 4 Feb
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29 Jan - 11 Feb
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5 Feb - 18 Feb
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12 Feb - 25 Feb
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19 Feb - 4 Mar
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$5,445$4,629

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