Compare Explore Egypt: Cairo & Nile River Cruise by Great Value Vacations vs Classic Alexandria Mini Adventure by G Adventures
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| Duration | 8 days | 3 days |
| Price From | $ 3,940 | $ 299 |
| Price Per Day | $ 493 | $ 100 |
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| Trip Style | Small ship cruise | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner |
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From tales of Cleopatra and King Tut, Egypt has fascinated travelers for centuries. On this 7-night vacation, get a crash course on Egyptian culture and history as you explore the country's most iconic sites. Fly into Cairo and spend two nights in Egypt's vibrant capital. On a full-day tour, see a bustling bazaar, fascinating museum, the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx - two monuments at the top of almost every traveler's bucket list. You'll then fly to Luxor for your 4-night cruise of the Nile, Egypt's lifeline. Aboard a luxurious ship, cruise the famous river and explore the famous temples and tombs that straddle it: Luxor, Karnak, Kom Ombo and Edfu. Your trip ends in Cairo, where you'll have one night to experience the city on your own. Helpful links for travel to Egypt: |
Take in more of the beauty of Cairo and Alexandria on this three-day Mini Adventure. Embark on a local food tour, visit the revolutionary Tahrir Square, explore the catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, see Pompey's Pillar... the list of highlights is simply too long for this short yet epic tour. |
Day 1 Welcome to Cairo!
Say hello to Egypt's capital, Cairo! Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and assisted through immigration and customs by a representative who will be holding a sign with your name. After transferring to your hotel, enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Day 2 Cairo
Enjoy a full-day tour taking you to a handful of Cairo's iconic sights including the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
Day 3 Cairo - Nile River Cruise
Today, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival in Luxor, meet a representative and transfer to your Nile Cruise. Settle into your room and enjoy lunch on board. After lunch, enjoy a half-day tour taking you to the Karnak and Luxor temples!
Day 4 Nile River Cruise
Wake up to the glittering Nile River, enjoy breakfast on board, then take a tour of the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship for lunch as you sail towards Edfu.
Day 5 Nile River Cruise
Today, visit the Temple of Edfu, the most well-preserved temple of Ancient Egypt, renowned for its gigantic pylons. You'll also visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. After your tour, have lunch on board and sail to Aswan.
Day 6 Nile River Cruise
In Aswan, explore the High Dam, constructed in the 1960s to tame the mighty waters of the Nile, and Philae Temple, one of Nubia's most important monument sites. You'll also get to experience sailing on a felucca, a traditional sailboat used on the Nile.
Day 7 Nile River Cruise - Cairo
Your Nile Cruise ends today. Head to Aswan airport for your flight to Cairo where you will spend your final night. The rest of the day is yours to explore on your own - you might want to check out Cairo Citadel or the Mosque of Muhammed Ali.
Day 8 Depart Egypt
Your Egypt vacation ends today. At the appropriate time, you'll be transferred to Cairo airport for your flight home.
Day 1 Cairo
Meet your fellow travellers and CEO for a welcome briefing at 12:30pm before heading out to explore the city. We'll head first to ancient Coptic Cairo, where we visit the Hanging Church, St Sergius Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Continue to Islamic Cairo with visits to the Citadel and Mohamed Ali mosque. Take a felucca ride on the Nile before heading to downtown Cairo for a foodie tour.
Please ensure your arrival flights lands at the Cairo airport no later than 9:30am on Day 1. The tour starts at 12:30PM in the lobby of the joining hotel. We recommend booking a pre-night in Cairo to ensure you do not miss any activities this day.
Day 2 Cairo/Alexandria
Travel to Alexandria, stopping to visit the Monasteries of Wadi Natrun en route. Founded by Alexander the Great around 331BC, Alexandria is Egypt's only Mediterranean city with a distinctly European atmosphere. After a seafood lunch, head to the fort and citadel of Qaitbay, and the new Alexandria Library.
Day 3 Alexandria/Cairo
Continue exploring this beautiful city with a walk through the Montazah Summer Palace gardens and a visit to the ancient Roman theatre. Gaze up at Pompey's Pillar and explore the underground catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. Enjoy lunch then travel back to Cairo where the tour ends.
This tour ends at approx. 5PM at the Cairo hotel.
