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Best of Egypt

Operated by: Trafalgar

9 Days from $2,823 per person
APR - OCT 2023
Egypt Luxor Pillars

Countries Visited

Egypt ...more Egypt

Locations Visited

Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel Temples, Giza ...more Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel Temples, Giza
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Cairo

    Embark on an expedition to the land of the Pharaohs, starting your journey in Egypt’s effervescent capital, Cairo. On arrival at Cairo Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have time to relax after your journey. Refreshed and ready to embrace the intoxicating energy of this ancient and modern city, you’ll be thrilled with the many treasures that will give you a preview of what’s about to come – an incredible encounter with antiquities you’ll be sharing with friends for years to come.

    hotel Hilton Heliopolis
  2. Day 2 Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise

    Fly to Luxor this morning and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship for dinner.

    meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    hotel Nile Cruise
  3. Day 3 A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings Connect with Locals

    Journey to the final resting place of Egypt’s Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.

    meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    hotel Nile Cruise
  4. Day 4 Journey to Ancient Kom-Ombo

    Sail upstream to Kom-Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Standing at the threshold of the imposing Temple of Kom-Ombo on the banks of the Nile, you’ll imagine visitors over the centuries arriving to pay homage to the gods Horus the Elder and Sobek. Tour the Temple, learning all about its ‘double’ and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo of gods – one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, we enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, we’ll don our galabeas and toast to legends of the past and new friends.

    meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    hotel Nile Cruise
  5. Day 5 Onwards to Aswan

    Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved from the solid bedrock.

    meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    hotel Nile Cruise
  6. Day 6 Disembark and Fly to Cairo

    Enjoy a day at leisure or perhaps join an Optional Experience to the Sun Temple of Abu Simbel before flying back to Cairo this afternoon.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel Ramses Hilton
  7. Day 7 Discover Colourful Cairo

    Embark on a sightseeing tour through the cacophony of Cairo’s busy streets. Visit the Hanging Church of St. Mary and the Sultan Hassan Mosque in Old Cairo, see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque. Later, you'll Dive Into Culture and discover Tutankhamun's priceless treasures at the Egyptian Museum.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel Ramses Hilton
  8. Day 8 Admire the Wonders of Giza

    The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and we have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures – the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Enjoy some free time this evening or consider joining a Nile dinner cruise.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel Ramses Hilton
  9. Day 9 Farewell Cairo

    Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

    meals Breakfast
Best Egypt Guided Tour Map
Price Includes

Whats Included

  • The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Four-night luxury Nile Cruise
  • Flight from Aswan to Cairo
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • Flight from Cairo to Luxor

Dining Summary

  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 4 Lunch (L)
  • 4 Dinner (D)

Be My Guest

  • Luxor: Enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest encounter on the banks of the Nile where your hosts, the El Boerey family, will share their stories about family life in a typical Luxor village. Savour a local culinary tradition of warm mint tea and freshly baked local bread with honey.

Dive Into Culture

  • Cairo: Enjoy a visit to Cairo’s Egyptian Museum, home to a remarkable collection of Egyptian antiquities including the world-famous ‘Mask of Tutankhamun’.

Iconic Experience

  • Luxor: Spend the day discovering the wonders of the Luxor Museum.
  • Luxor: Visit the Temple of Amun and the formidable Avenue of the Sphinx where you can discover the remnants of ancient Thebes.
  • Valley of the Kings: Discover the ancient history behind the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs at the Valley of the Kings.
  • Kom Ombo: Discover the temple of Kom-Ombo and discover the wonders of the duo gods Horus the Elder and Sobek.
  • Temple of Philae: Enjoy a day filled of wonder at the Temple of Isis.
  • Cairo: Spend your day enjoying the sights of the Hanging Church of St. Mary or embark on a journey to see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque.
  • Giza: Enjoy a day gazing at the Great Pyramids of Giza and its treasures - the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the Colossus of Rames II.

Must-see Highlights

  • : Explore Luxor and Cairo with a Local Specialist
  • : Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the temples of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon in Luxor, the Temple of Kom-Ombo and the temple of Isis on the island of Philae
  • : View the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan, the Citadel, Alabaster and Sultan Hassan Mosques in Cairo and the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx at Giza
  • : See the Ramses II statue and Alabaster Sphinx in Memphis and the Step Pyramid in Saqqara
  • : Sail in a felucca across the Nile

Whats Included

  • : The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey
  • : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • : Four-night luxury Nile Cruise
  • : Flight from Aswan to Cairo
  • : Optional Experiences and free time
  • : Flight from Cairo to Luxor

Dates & Prices

Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing a twin room. To request a personalized travel quote, click "Request Quote" and a Travel Specialist will send your custom quote including airfare if requested.

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Optional Add-Ons

Optional Experiences are subject to change. Your Travel Director will supply you with a final list of Optional Experiences available on your trip. Optional Experiences cannot be booked online; they can be purchased during your trip through your Travel Director.

Luxor

Available on Day 2

Sound And Light Show At Karnak Temple

Listen to voices of ancient kings, queens and gods as they share stories about the places you’ll see in the Temple during a walking tour, followed by a show around the Divine Lake. This show is operated in Karnak Temple in Luxor during the evening, lasting for just under an hour. Prices are in USD.
Adult Price: $ 50

Aswan

Available on Day 5

Philae Temple Sound And Light Performance

Join us for a short boat ride to Philae Island, located between the old and new Aswan Dams, where you’ll have a short tour. We’ll then seat you in a Roman style theatre for a retelling of the perennial Nile flood, and of the goddesses Isis and Hathor, to whose worship the temple was originally dedicated. Approximately 50 minutes. Prices are in USD.
Adult Price: $ 47

Available on Day 6

Abu Simbel Adventure

This four-hour excursion includes a flight to Abu Simbel, site of the Temple of Ramses II with his four great statues. You’ll also see statues of Queen Nefertari on the facade of the Temple of Hathor. 75 minutes will be spent at Abu Simbel - the remainder will be travel time. Prices are in USD.
Adult Price: $ 343
Note: Price subject to airline price fluctuations.

Cairo

Available on Day 7

Dinner, Belly Dancing And Nile Cruise

Join us for a two hour cruise along the Nile river on a luxurious ship. You’ll be treated to dinner onboard and be entertained with a belly dancing show. Prices are in USD.
Adult Price: $ 80
Note: During Ramadan there will be no alcohol or belly dancers.

Available on Day 8

Sound And Light Amongst The Pyramids

Take an unforgettable trip to the marvellous site of the Pyramids and Sphinx, illuminated against the night sky, where you'll hear the story of the ancient days of the Pharaohs accompanied by a haunting musical score.
Adult Price: $ 50

Available on Day 9

Full Day Alexandria (Designed For Those Visitors With Extra Pre Or Post Trip Nights In Cairo)

Join us for a visit to Egypt's second city, Alexandria. You’ll see its nineteenth-century architecture and stop at the National Museum, the catacombs of Kom es-Shoqafa and Pompey's Pillar. You'll also enjoy great views from Fort Qaitbey, and stop at the Roman Theatre with its marble seating before returning to Cairo. Prices are in USD.
Adult Price: $ 140
Note: "This excursion is only available to guests who have purchased extra nights in Cairo before or after their tour. This Optional experience is priced at $140 per person when there are two or more participants. If there is only one participant the cost is $280 per person."

Reviews
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Independent Reviews
Joseph Roman
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Service
Mohamed planned and executed an efficient way to experience the best of ancient Egypt's historical sites. He added his wealth of knowledge which enhanced our understanding of his country!
Response from Grand European Travel:
Egypt is such an amazing country and we're so happy to see that you enjoyed it and your tour. Thank you for your business!
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Vacation
Well planned, terrific people at every location.
Thomas Marshall
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Service
The guides and tour directors were excellent. The tour covered everything we wanted to see in Egypt.
Response from Grand European Travel:
It sounds like you really enjoyed seeing the Best of Egypt. We are so happy to hear that! Thank you for letting us help you plan and book this amazing trip. We truly appreciate your business and your feedback.
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Vacation
The customer service person worked with me to get the most out of our trip.
Trusted Customer
Friday, October 21, 2022
Service
Had the best tour guide, best service on the Nile Cruise and the size of the group was perfect.
Response from Grand European Travel:
It sounds like you had a wonderful time in Egypt. We are so glad to hear that! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate your feedback. Take care!
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Vacation
Everything was great! Couldn't have been better.
Trusted Customer
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Service
My first travel experience with GET was fantastic. The itinerary was set up and coordinated very well - time spent in each location and a major Thank you to Hani / our Tour/Guide with the early start times - his expertise in knowing the crowds and times to get the best photos and his knowledge of the history of each site was so impressive it was a life saver and resulted in some great photos and memories for a life time. Hani's knowledgeable, very personable and professional attitude highly reflects the type of representative that will allow GET to set the high standards in the tour industry. Thank you to GET and Hani for the trip and memories of a life time. Sincerely Constance (Konnie) Hansen
Response from Grand European Travel:
Well, it sounds like you had the perfect experience discovering the Best of Egypt. We are thrilled to hear your vacation was so enjoyable. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We appreciate your feedback and kind words. Happy Travels!
Monday, October 17, 2022
Vacation
My first travel experience with GET was fantastic. The itinerary was set up and coordinated very well - time spent in each location and a major Thank you to Hani / our Tour/Guide with the early start times - his expertise in knowing the crowds and times to get the best photos and his knowledge of the history of each site was so impressive it was a life saver and resulted in some great photos and memories for a life time. Hani's knowledgeable, very personable and professional attitude highly reflects the type of representative that will allow GET to set the high standards in the tour industry. Thank you to GET and Hani for the trip and memories of a life time. Sincerely Constance (Konnie) Hansen
Trusted Customer
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Service
The tour guide we had was wonderful. His knowledge of Egypt was remarkable. Our drivers were also really good. The river cruise down the Nile was really nice with great food and lots of excursions.
Vacation
I love the sights of Egypt, it was a once in a lifetime vacation
Debera P.
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Service
The booking experience was highly personalized and the agent spent considerable time answering questions and he quickly responded to a follow up email.
Response from Grand European Travel:
We couldn't be happier to hear about your experience. Thank you for trusting us to plan your dream vacation and we hope to see you on another trip very soon.
Friday, February 11, 2022
Vacation
We have traveled quite a bit but this vacation was one of the best ever. In spite of the threat of COVID, all of the staff followed CDC guidelines to the tee at all times and even went above and beyond with great sanitation practices. The travel directors were extremely friendly, helpful and provided outstanding historical information. They were very open to educating us about their culture. The ability to walk inside of tombs in the Valley of the Kings and Khafre’s pyramid (the second of the Giza pyramids) was extraordinary. The temples were beautiful and amazing works of architecture and art. Visiting two mosques and a Coptic church was educational and fascinating. A trip not to be missed!
Trusted Customer
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Service
Our guide was excellent!
Vacation
Beautiful country.
Pamela Montgomery
Monday, January 27, 2020
Service
Very helpful with additional airline information and booking. Also had reasonable insurance coverage
Vacation
Such an interesting culture. The tour guide seemed very forthcoming about his country, it's challenges, it's strengths, it's beauty.
Maureen Armstrong
Thursday, January 23, 2020
Service
Great Travel Specialist!
Vacation
Everything went well & trip was very well planned.
Response from Grand European Travel:
We appreciate your comments about the fine job Kaitlin did arranging your trip and how much you enjoyed Egypt. Thank you!
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
Consuelo Gatzek
Monday, September 30, 2019
Service
agents I talked to were both courteous and friendly. What I found unusual was I could not get hold of any agent right away even if I was calling on working hour. Normally when I booked my previous tour there's always a live agent anytime I called. In your case either the agent was not in the office yet or because pacific time is not your time.
Vacation
The tour guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. Accommodations were fantastic. The optional tours didn't meet my expectations. They're just so, so, except for the pyramids show. There were too much free time specially from Aswan to Cairo. When some of us joined the expensive optional tour, some of us were left doing nothing. Worse was, we had to check out of the cruise ship so we just stayed anywhere in the deck waiting for our flight to Cairo. The afternoon before that day was already free time, that morning was also free time. It could have been better if that free time was used for city tour of Aswan before we proceed to the airport even if it's optional tour.
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