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Egypt : Pyramids to Abu simbel by road

Cairo / Abu simbel

Overview

Explore some of the most revered wonders of the ancient world with a certified egyptologist, from the enigmatic aura of the Sphinx to the imposing glory of the Pyramids, vast Valley of the Kings and fascinating Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Step into the land of the Pharaohs and discover the exotic charms of evocative Egypt.

Nile Plaza includes ultra exclusive Advantages:

  • Meet the enigmatic Sphinx and explore the Great Pyramids.
  • See the famous treasures of the king Tutankhamen, Egypt’s most famous teenage king at the Egyptian Museum.
  • Travel in the company of experienced Egyptologist guide and enjoy personalized and privileged attention.

Itinerary

Welcome to Egypt and the start of your family holiday! Upon arrival into Cairo international airport, you will meet Misr Travel Tour manager who will escort you through customs and immigration Formalities. Transfer from the airport to your chosen hotel by private air conditioned deluxe coach.

After check-in you are free to spend the rest of the day/evening at your leisure.

Accommodation: Stay for 1 night at Le Meridien Pyramids / Cairo Pyramids Hotel

Meals: None

Today, you will visit Giza Plateau where sits the legendary great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren & Mykerinus and iconic Sphinx figure with your private tour Guide. Marvel at these incredible architectural feats and explore the valley temple used for mummification before burial. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before Leaving the Pyramids behind, and travel on to the necropolis of Saqqara "The city of dead” and the site of Djoser’s Step Pyramid. Later, you will be transferred to Giza railway station to board the sleeper train to Luxor, dinner and breakfast will be served on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Luxor is a city that has often been called "world's greatest open air museum. This afternoon you visit Karnak temple, Egypt’s finest ancient temple, wonder at the Obelisks, huge columned great Hypostyle hall and the sacred lake. Proceed to Luxor temple that once was connected to Karnak via the 2 kilometers long avenue of Sphinxes. The striking temple of Luxor is dedicated to the god Amun-Ra.

Accommodation: Stay for 2 nights at Sonesta St. George Hotel / Steingenberger Nile Palace hotel

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, cross over to the West bank of the Nile, home of the famed Valley of the Kings, where 62 of Pharaohs and nobles tombs hewn into the sheer rocks. Explore three of these beautifully painted tombs. Touring will continue to the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural wonder rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces. Enjoy photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two huge statues of of Amenophis III. This afternoon will be at your leisure.

Overnight in Luxor

Meals: Breakfast

Following leisurely breakfast, travel by air-conditioned coach to Aswan in the company of your private Tour Guide. En route, you will view the rural life in Egypt, the crops and method of irrigation. Step in Edfu to visit the temple of Horus the falcon–headed Sun god. This is one of the most beautifully preserved temples surviving from the age of the Pharaohs. Continue to Kom ombo to visit the temple uniquely dedicated to two gods the falcon-headed Horoeris the elder and the crocodile-headed Sobek. In fact, crocodiles were kept in the temple and some mummified remains are on show.

Upon arrival in Aswan, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the evening at your own leisure.

Accommodation: Stay for 2 nights at Movenpick Resort Aswan / Helnan Aswan hotel

Meals: Breakfast

This morning start your discovery with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, an engineering miracle when it was built in 1960s, and the granite quarries, site of the Unfinished Obelisk where one of Queen Hatshepsut’s obelisks lies abandoned in the bedrock, Then cross the Nile by motor boat to the well-preserved Philae temple complex, dedicated to the goddess Isis .The temple was dismantled and moved stone-by-stone to its current location to avoid the dam flooding. Enjoy sunset as you sail aboard traditional Nile felucca around Kitchener’s island, the Aga Khan mausoleum and botanical garden.

Overnight in Aswan

Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast box at 3.30 am start your trip to Abu simbel with your private Tour Guide. For many Abu Simbel’s stunning temples are the most impressive ancient sites in Egypt and second only to the Great Pyramid. The two twin rock temples of Abu Simbel were constructed and dedicated to King Ramses II and his beloved wife Queen Nefertari and are an incredible sight to behold. Return to Aswan for an afternoon at leisure. After that transfer to Aswan railway station to board the sleeper train to Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Upon your morning arrival in Cairo, you will be transfered to the hotel for check-in. Meet your tour guide for full day tour to the Egyptian Museum, home of the most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts in the world, among the many exhibits are the fabulous artifacts recovered from the tomb of King Tutankhamen, visit the fascinating Royal mummies hall featuring the remains of nine of the ancient Egypt’s Pharaohs, including Ramses II (Mummy room at extra ticket). After Lunch at a local restaurant, continue your tour to Coptic Cairo, Ben Ezra synagogue and the Hanging Church. Then immerse yourself and stroll into the winding alleys of the Khan el Khalili bazaar.

Accommodation: Stay for 1 night at Intercontinental Cairo Semiramis / Safir Cairo Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After Breakfast, transfer in a private vehicle with Nile Plaza Tour manager and check-in for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Includes/Excludes

Includes

  • Entrance fees for specified sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary.
  • The services of a Private English speaking guide during your excursions.
  • Cherry-picked accommodation : 2 nights Cairo, 2 nights Luxor & 2 nights Aswan including taxes and service charges.
  • 2 nights twin-berth couchette on overnight Train (Cairo /Luxor - Aswan/Cairo) on Half board basis.
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary (8 Breakfast, 3 Lunch, 2 Dinner).
  • Airport meet and greet services upon arrival and departure with Private transfers.
  • All sightseeing by Private air-conditioned vehicles.

Excludes

  • International Flight Tickets.
  • Entry visa.
  • Tipping. (For guides, drivers, etc,-).

Price per person

Price per person

Superior Package
 May To September
 Per Person in Triple
 Per Person in Double
 One Person Traveling Alone
 October To April (Except X-Mas, New Year & Easter)
 Per Person in Triple
 Per Person in Double
 One Person Traveling Alone
Deluxe Package
 May To September
 Per Person in Triple
 Per Person in Double
 One Person Traveling Alone
 October To April (Except X-Mas, New Year & Easter)
 Per Person in Triple
 Per Person in Double
 One Person Traveling Alone

Notes

Tours Prices

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip and valid till September 30, 2021, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Reservation & Cancellation policy

  • A deposit of 25% is required at the time of booking and constitutes part of your final payment.
  • Full payment is due 30 days before the commencement of the tour.
  • The company has the right to cancel the booking if the payment is not received within this period.
  • Tour prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however, are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
  • Misr Travel accepts the credit and debit cards (Visa and Master Card) as well as a wire transfer.
  • We charged no credit card fees or hidden surcharges.

Cancellation refunds will be calculated as of the date we receive cancellation requests per person.

The cancellation must be done by sending an email with 1) Name of the passenger 2) Passport number 

Cancellation fees.

  • 45 days before your arrival, 6% of the total tour price will be charged as a bank transaction fee.
  • From 40 to 30 days before your arrival date, 25% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 29 to 15 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 14 to 7 days before your arrival date, 75% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 7 to 1 day before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged.

Children Policy.

A: It differs from one tour to another.

  • 0 – 01.99 Free of Charge
    2 – 4.99 pay 25% of the tour price
    5 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
    12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

B: The policy is valid and applies to children sharing their parent’s rooms.

C: If the package includes Air Flight or Sleeping Train, then an extra charge applies as per the flight or train policy.

Single supplement:
This option is available for those who prefer traveling with others but prefer single accommodation. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early.

Important Notes:
We highly recommend you book this trip as early as possible, preferably 50 days prior to departure. Reservations received within 30 days will be on request and subject to availability of accommodation.

  • For full terms and conditions, please click here (terms and Conditions page).

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Egypt : Pyramids to Abu simbel by road
From $789
/ Adult