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Ancient Wonders of the Nile - Small Group
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Length
9 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Cairo (Egypt)
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Ends in
Cairo (Egypt)
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Available Tour Start Dates
APR 2, 2028 to OCT 29, 2028
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
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$4,567.50
Overview
Travel through Egypt on a Small Group tour, splitting your time between Cairo and a multi-day cruise on the Nile aboard a traditional dahabiyya. Explore Cairo, from the Saladin Citadel and Alabaster Mosque to the Hanging Church and the Great Pyramids of Giza, and a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Fly to Luxor to see the Valley of the Kings and sail to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae Temple. Along the way, meet artisans at a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and enjoy dinner on a private Nile island.
Visited During Tour
Al Ramady (Egypt) | Aswan (Egypt) | Cairo (Egypt) | Edfu (Egypt) | Esna (Egypt) | Giza (Egypt) | Kom Ombo (Egypt) | Luxor (Egypt) | Silsila (Egypt)
Dates, Offers & Prices Dates
Tour Itinerary Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Ancient Wonders of the Nile - Small Group tour dates available from Trafalgar. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Trafalgar Tour Code 836-2316
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1Welcome to Cairo
Arrive in Cairo, a city of more than 20 million people, home to the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Transfer from the airport to your hotel and take time to settle in after the flight. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow small group travelers over a drink and small bites, a relaxed start before tomorrow’s sightseeing.
Accommodations: Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino -
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2Fly to Luxor and Board your Dahabiyya
Take an early morning flight to Luxor, then visit the Valley of the Kings with an Egyptologist. Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, the twin statues that once marked the entrance to the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III, before exploring the vast Karnak Temple complex with its halls, pylons and obelisks. In the afternoon, you’ll board your dahabiyya, a smaller traditional Nile boat, to settle into your cabin and have lunch on board, before your first evening on the river.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dahabiyya Princess Judi sailboat -
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3Cruise the Nile to Edfu Temple
Enjoy a Relaxed Start on your dahabiyya as it sails along the Nile towards Edfu. On arrival, you’ll go ashore to visit the Temple of Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Back on board, spend the afternoon on deck with your small group, reading, playing cards or simply looking out at the river as the boat continues its journey. This evening, you’ll travel by boat to Al Ramady, a private Nile island.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dahabiyya Princess Judi sailboat -
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4Gabal El Silsila and Kom Ombo Temple
Cruise along the Nile this morning on your dahabiyya, passing riverbank villages and palm groves on the way to Gabal El Silsila Temple. Here, you’ll go ashore to visit a small riverside sanctuary set below sandstone cliffs, linked to the area’s ancient quarries. You’ll then continue by boat to Kom Ombo to explore its double temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, and visit the small crocodile museum. In the evening, you’ll return to your dahabiyya for dinner and another night on board with your small group.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dahabiyya Princess Judi sailboat -
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5History and Culture in Aswan
Travel by boat to visit Philae Temple, relocated to its island site after the construction of the Aswan High Dam and dedicated to the goddess Isis. Afterwards, explore a local bazaar, with time to browse stalls selling spices, textiles and simple handcrafted souvenirs. Spend your afternoon your way, with your choice. Enjoy an Egyptian cooking demonstration on board, seeing how classic dishes are prepared. Or sit down to tea with your captain to hear more about daily life on the river and working on a dahabiyya.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dahabiyya Princess Judi sailboat -
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6Aswan
If you wish, you could join an Optional Experience to Abu Simbel to see the rock temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari on the shores of Lake Nasser. Later, visit the Aswan Women’s Cooperative for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, meeting female artisans at a local weaving school who are preserving traditional techniques. Afterwards, join a local sailor for a felucca ride on the Nile before returning on board for a Gallabiyah party, an evening where you can wear a traditional Egyptian robe with music and simple entertainment hosted by the crew.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dahabiyya Princess Judi sailboat -
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7Cosmopolitan and Cultural Cairo
Disembark your dahabiyya this morning and fly to Cairo. Visit the Saladin Citadel, including the Ottoman-style Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali with its prominent domes and courtyard. Continue to Coptic Cairo to see the Hanging Church, built above the old Roman gatehouse. This evening is free to explore Cairo at your own pace – perhaps visit Khan el-Khalili bazaar, find a cafe in Downtown Cairo or book a local restaurant for dinner. Alternatively, you can choose from Optional Experiences, including the Giza Sound and Light Show at the pyramids or a Nile cruise with dinner and entertainment.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino -
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8The Pyramids of Giza
Travel to the Giza Plateau to see the three Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure and view the Sphinx at close range. Explore inside one of the pyramids to see its internal passageways and burial chamber. Later, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore galleries of colossal statues, painted coffins and objects from the tomb of Tutankhamun, including jewelry and ritual items. In the evening, join your small group and your Travel Director for dinner in Cairo to bring your journey through Egypt to a close.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino -
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9Farewell Cairo
Say goodbye to your small group and your Travel Director this morning as your Egyptian journey comes to an end. A transfer will take you from the hotel to Cairo International Airport for your onward flight.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
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Travelers Notes
* TRIP RUN BY INSIGHT VACATIONS.* EGYPT: USA passport holders require a visa for Egypt. An e-visa can be obtained prior to departure (we recommend applying 45 days prior) or a visa can be obtained on arrival. * IMPORTANT: Please see important visa details sent with your invoice.* DAY 1: Complimentary transfers from Cairo International Airport (CAI) will operate per flight information details on the first day of the trip or in conjunction with pre accommodation booked through us. Spring Tours representative will be waiting for the guests with a sign inside the arrival terminal before passport control and will help them through formalities and transfer to hotel for easy check-in.* DAY 9: Complimentary transfers to Cairo International Airport (CAI) will operate per flight information details on the last day of the trip or in conjunction with post accommodation booked through us.* TRIP NOTE: Day 2 of the tour includes an early morning flight to Luxor and embarkation on the Nile cruise. Guests arriving late into Cairo on Day 1 may wish to consider booking a pre-night stay. Due to fluctuating airline schedules, flight times cannot be confirmed in advance and will be provided by the Travel Director.* INTERNAL FLIGHTS: This tour has an included internal flight; any excess luggage charges are at your own expense.* LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Each guest is permitted one bag with maximum dimensions of 58 linear inches (147 cm), the total of length, width, and height - and a weight not exceeding 44 lbs (20 kg). Guests may also bring one personal item, such as a purse, backpack, or similarly sized item that fits comfortably under the seat in front of them or the overhead compartment weighing no more than 15 lbs (7kg). * MOTORCOACH: The Business Class legroom that is provided on motorcoaches in other regions is not provided on this itinerary due to regional limitations with vehicles. Vehicles in some cases may not have onboard washrooms, however, Travel Directors will arrange regular comfort stops during longer journeys to ensure guests' comfort.* GROUND HANDLER: This trip is operated by ground handler Spring Tours.* NOTE: This trip falls under LEVEL 2. Please refer to the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website.
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