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Wonders of Egypt

Operated by: Insight Vacations

9 Days from $3,210 per person
APR - OCT 2023
People on horses in front of Giza Pyramids, Egypt

Countries Visited

Egypt ...more Egypt

Locations Visited

Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Giza ...more Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Giza
  1. Day 1 Arrive in Cairo

    Welcome to the timeless land of the pharaohs. On arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

    hotel Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino.
  2. Day 2 Fly to Luxor, Cruise the Nile

    In the morning, fly to Luxor and visit the huge temple complex of Karnak. Walk through the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes to stand among the columns of the Hypostyle Hall. Later, transfer to your cruise ship, your home for the next four nights. After lunch on board, take a walk through the Luxor Museum, witness ancient artefacts and see two royal mummies. This evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a welcome drink followed by dinner. The rest of the evening is yours at leisure, enjoy dinner on the ship before relaxing in its lounge or in the comfort of your room.

    meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Wine
    hotel MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
  3. Day 3 Valley of the Kings to Edfu

    This morning travel by coach to the west bank of the Nile. See the Colossi of Memnon and visit both the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings, where many pharaohs were buried, including Hatshepsut, Amenhotep I and Tutankhamun. Experience the renowned local hospitality of Egyptians during a visit to the village of Geziret Bahirat. Connect with the community and share bread with the Bahirat family, whilst they regale guests with their fascinating stories of daily life. Visit Luxor Temple which was unearthed by Mariette in the 1860s, before returning to your cruise ship and sail via the Esna Lock to Edfu, for your overnight stay.

    meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    hotel MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
  4. Day 4 Kom Ombo to Aswan Relaxed Start

    In the early morning sail to Kom Ombo to visit the only double temple of Egypt dedicated to two gods: the crocodile-headed Sobek and falcon-headed Horus the Elder. In the evening, enjoy a fun-filled Egyptian dinner and galabeya party on board your ship.

    meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    hotel MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
  5. Day 5 Aswan’s High Dam and Nile Felucca

    In the morning, visit the Aswan High Dam and granite quarries, to see the enormous unfinished obelisk. Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis. Rising from the waters of the Nile on the Island of Philae, it was the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. Later, on a traditional Nile Felucca, meet a sailor and about traditional sailing practices. As the sun starts to fade, enjoy high tea at the historic Old Cataract Hotel. The likes of Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie stayed at this pretty venue, and Christie supposedly wrote “Death on the Nile��� from the hotel itself.

    meals Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner
    hotel MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
  6. Day 6 Aswan and Back to Cairo Relaxed Start

    In the morning, disembark your cruise ship and enjoy time at leisure in Aswan. Why not join an Optional Experience and travel by air to the magnificent Temples of Ramesses II at Abu Simbel? These temples overlook Lake Nasser and are made up of the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Hathor. Otherwise, spend the morning as you wish. Perhaps soak up the African atmosphere in the Nubian bazaar or visit one of the many points of interest nearby, such as the Botanical Gardens, Elephantine Island and the Aga Khan Mausoleum. Later, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo for the night.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino.
  7. Day 7 The Egyptian Museum and Citadel

    Begin your city sightseeing with your Egyptologist at the world-famous Egyptian Museum*. Starring among its attractions is the amazing treasure recovered from Tutankhamun's tomb. Explore Cairo with Insight Choice. Choose to explore Cairo Citadel and see the Great Alabaster Mosque. Alternatively, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on Qursaya Island, home to the first large scale initiative to clean the Nile. ​Later, you will have free time to enjoy as you wish. In the evening, take your seats at the magical Sound and Light Show at the Great Pyramids which literally illuminates the history of Giza - an unforgettable introduction to the world of ancient Egypt.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino.
  8. Day 8 The Great Pyramids of Giza

    Gain a deeper understanding of the last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, during a visit to Giza with your Egyptologist. Meet the enigmatic Sphinx, crouching at the foot of the Chephrenís Causeway and venture inside one of the magnificent Pyramids. Nearby lies Memphis, capital of the Old Kingdom, where you can see the colossal statue of Ramesses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx. Continue to Sakkara to view the Step Pyramid of Zoser, which dates back 2686 B.C., making it the oldest pyramid in the world. Enjoy free time in the afternoon.

    meals Breakfast
    hotel Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino.
  9. Day 9 Depart Cairo

    Your wonderful journey ends with transfers to Cairo International airport.

    meals Breakfast
Wonders of Egypt Guided Tour Map
Price Includes

Dining Summary

  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 4 Lunch (L)
  • 1 Dinner with Wine (DW)
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 1 Afternoon Tea (AT)

Choice Highlights

  • Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Cairo: Cruise to Qursaya Island by boat and meet the members of VeryNile, the first large scale initiative to clean the Nile. The project supports residents with low income, most of them being fishermen and their family, through employment opportunities such as collecting, sorting, compacting, and creating products out of collected recyclables. Through their cleaning, and prevention campaign, the ensures the preservation of the local biodiversity. This experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities and 14: Life Below Water. Alternatively, choose to explore Cairo Citadel and see the Great Alabaster Mosque.
  • Cairo: Guided by your Local Expert, explore the Cairo Citadel and see the Great Alabaster Mosque.

Additional Included Highlights

  • : We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
  • : Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
  • : From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
  • : 4 night Nile cruise aboard your mid-size cruise ship featuring air-conditioned cabins with private facilities, on either MS Medea, MS Miriam, MS Giselle, MS La Boheme or similar. Please note that gratuities are not included for the Travel Director, Nile Cruise staff, Drivers and Airport Escorts.
  • : Included economy class flights between Cairo/Luxor and Aswan/Cairo with transfers between airports and hotels.
  • : Complimentary transfers from/to Cairo Airport are available on arrival and departure days, or with additional accommodation booked through Insight Vacations.

Authentic Dining

  • Luxor: Get to know your fellow travelers over a delightful Welcome Drink followed by dinner.
  • Cairo: Join the fun at an Egyptian dinner and galabeya party, dressed in traditional Egyptian attire.
  • Aswan: Follow in the footsteps of Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie as you enjoy high tea at Aswan's famous Old Cataract Hotel, as the sun begins to set.

Insight Experiences

  • Luxor: Enjoy listening to stories of village life from local residents, when you visit a family home for a tasting of authentic Egyptian sun bread.

Make Travel Matter

  • Cairo: Cruise to Qursaya Island by boat and meet the members of VeryNile, the first large scale initiative to clean the Nile. The project supports residents with low income, most of them being fishermen and their family, through employment opportunities such as collecting, sorting, compacting, and creating products out of collected recyclables. Through their cleaning, and prevention campaign, the ensures the preservation of the local biodiversity. This experience advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities and 14: Life Below Water. Alternatively, choose to explore Cairo Citadel and see the Great Alabaster Mosque.

Top Rated Highlights

  • Cairo: Take a short scenic flight to Luxor where you will begin your Nile Cruise.
  • Karnak: Stand amid a vast forest of columns in the largest temple complex known to man, as your Egyptologist explains the significance behind it. Walk the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes, see the of Rameses II and the Hypostyle Hall.
  • Luxor: Visit the Luxor Museum and discover ancient artefacts.
  • Colossi of Memnon: See the massive stone statues of the Colossi of Memnon.
  • Valley of the Kings: Embark on an experience with an Egyptologist to visit the mortuary Temple Hatshepsut.
  • Valley of the Kings: Explore with an Egyptologist the Valley of the Kings which is home to the magnificent tombs of Egypt's Pharaohs.
  • Luxor: Visit Luxor Temple, constructed approximately 1400 BC. Look to the top of the remaining Pylon of Ramses II and step into the ancient monument.
  • Kom Ombo: Visit the unique temple as it is the only double temple in Egypt.
  • Aswan: Visit Aswan's High Dam and Granite Quarries to ponder why the Unfinished Obelisk has been left in mid-creation for thousands of years.
  • Philae Island: Travel by motorboat to Philae Island and witness the majestic Temple of Isis rising from the waters.
  • Aswan: On a traditional Nile felucca, meet a sailor and learn the art of sailing this ancient Nile craft. Visit the High Dam and Granite Quarries.
  • Aswan: Enjoy your short flight back to Cairo for your final night.
  • Giza: With your Egyptologist, meet the enigmatic Sphinx and venture deep inside one of the pyramids, to the chambers where the pharaohs went to meet their Gods in the afterlife.
  • Memphis: Visit this famous capital of the ancient world to see the statue of Ramses II and the Great Alabaster Sphinx.
  • Saqqara Necropolis: View the oldest pyramid in the world, the Step Pyramid of Zoser I, existing for over 4,500 years.
  • Cairo: With your Egyptologist, gaze upon Tutankhamun's treasures at the Egyptian Musuem, gaze upon the most recognisable symbols of ancient Egypt: the full-faced funeral mask, gold coffin, gilded throne and precious jewellery - all treasures of Tutankhamun.
  • Cairo: Guided by your Local Expert, explore the Cairo Citadel and see the Great Alabaster Mosque.
  • Giza: Be mesmerised by the Sound & Light Show at the Great Pyramids.

Well-being

  • : Our highly-skilled Travel Director and certified Egyptologist will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
  • : Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned coach with onboard washroom. Alternate vehicles without onboard washroom may be used on occasion. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
  • : Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19.All Travel Directors, Well-Being Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.
  • : We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
  • : Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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.

Aswan

Available on Day 5

Sound & Light Show - Aswan

The powerful tale of Isis and Osiris is one of Ancient Egypt's most momentous legends. Fanciful Egyptian gods and goddesses, as well as the fascinating history of Philae Temple is brought to life before your eyes through the magic of sound and light. The atmospheric temple setting, engaging narration by world-famous celebrities and moonlit boat ride across the lake make it an unforgettable experience. Prices are in USD.
Adult Price: $ 47

Cairo

Available on Day 6

Full Day Alexandria

Embark on a full day exploration of historic Alexandria. Your sightseeing tour shows you the National Museum, the well preserved Roman Amphitheatre, Roman Catacombs, Quayet-Bey Fortress and Pombey’s Pillar. Later, visit the Mosque of Abdul Abass and the gardens at Montaza surrounding a former palace of the Royal family. 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."

Available on Day 6

Abu Simbel Excursion By Air

Excursion to Abu Simbel from Aswan to visit the fabulous reconstructed temples of Ramses II and Nefertari. The journey by air takes approximately forty minutes in each direction and allows approximately seventy-five minutes at Abu Simbel to visit the temples and the impressive concrete dome. Prices are in USD.
Adult Price: $ 343
Note: Price subject to airline price fluctuations.

Available on Day 7

Nile Cruise & Dinner

Experience Cairo from a completely different perspective during a delightful evening dinner cruise on River Nile. Once on board enjoy a delicious buffet dinner with Cairo's illuminated skyline as a backdrop. Entertainment is provided in the form of a spectacular belly-dancing and folklore show. Not to be missed! Prices are in USD.
Adult Price: $ 80
Note: During Ramadan there will be no alcohol or belly dancers.

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Trusted Customer
Sunday, January 22, 2023
Service
This was the second time we booked with GET. With the first trip (taken in August 2021) the agents at GET were very attentive and thorough. Whereas, the recent experience was merely transactional.
Vacation
Sameh was an excellent tour director. He was extremely knowledgeable about Egyptian history and culture. He showed a genuine interest in the individual travelers. He managed our group very well in spite of the chaos at some of the more congested sites.
Leonard Boyer
Thursday, October 27, 2022
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Responded rapidly to questions. Kept us fully informed of changes.
Response from Grand European Travel:
It sounds like you had a great experience in Egypt. We are thrilled to hear that! Thank you for writing a review and leaving your feedback. It is very much appreciated!
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Vacation
Outstanding very professional tour guide who was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful in assisting us when asked. Other GET travel associates were also very efficient in getting us to and from the airport
Patricia Noble
Thursday, September 29, 2022
Service
I signed up for a small group, and was lucky enough to be in a group of four. What a wonderful experience! We had truly personal experiences with our Tour Director
Vacation
I have been on tours that included ALL tips and gratuities which was very convenient. This tour didn’t include that which, for me created some embarrassment since I was not very familiar with the currency. Also, I was disappointed that more meals were not included.
Evelyn Roehl
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Service
This is our 4th booking with GET, Barb has made everyone of them easy and informational. I can communicate via e-mail or phone and get the same great results.
Response from Grand European Travel:
Egypt has been extremely popular this year and we are so glad you had a chance to experience it with our amazing team of experts. Thank you for your lovely comments and your repeat business. We appreciate it so very much.
Friday, February 11, 2022
Vacation
Everyone took such good care of us. There was always someone to make sure we got where we needed to be exactly on time. Mohamed Yosef (Mohamed 2) was amazing on the river cruise and all the sights we saw and people we talked with. Such an intelligent Egyptologist! Essam made our Cairo experience so educational and fun. He's a great photographer also. Mohamed (1) was always at our side in Cairo when it was time to get to the airport or back to the hotel. He saw to it we had our Covid tests in time for our return trip home. I can't say enough about how wonderful this vacation was. The people, the history the sights, just spectacular. I would go again in a heartbeat.
John Tyler
Thursday, September 30, 2021
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Agent took care of all booking arrangements. We needed to change flights and she was able to do so without a problem. I have used GET several times and consider them my agency of choice for travel.
Response from Grand European Travel:
We so appreciate having you as part of the GET travel family and thank you for your repeat business. Thank you for sharing the amazing photos of Egypt. We are so happy to see that everything went well.
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
Vacation
A perfect trip to Egypt. The Insight guys were terrific. Mohamed El Sherif (tour director) and Hany Ata, Saleh Arabi (egyptologists) were exceptional. They were friendly, courteous, professional, knowledgeable and fun! Tour bus took as everywhere no hassles. Hotel was great, a top Cairo hotel. Cruise down Nile was well done. Boat was clean, food good, and staff very helpful. Staff were safety conscious wearing masks when needed. Being vaccinated and wearing my mask I never felt concerned. One unintended side effect of covid was there were no crowds. Temples and tombs were virtually empty. I know this hurts business but was great from a tourist perspective. If you are vaccinated and virus free, there is no reason not to travel to Egypt. Insight is the way to go and the Wonders of Egypt was the perfect trip. The gods looked favorably on me this trip and I would highly recommend it.
Nancy Platt
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
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I chose this particular tour because it was advertised as a “solo” tour which allowed for the traveler to have single accommodation without the extra charge. I was told that all those slots were taken and I needed to be open to a roommate to avoid the single traveler charge. There were only eleven of us on this tour so the allotment of these solo slots must have been very small. As it turned out I had a wonderful roommate which made the trip even more enjoyable.
Response from Grand European Travel:
You are correct that there are only a small number of single rooms allocated for each trip. We couldn't be more pleased to see how it worked out for you with your room share and how much you enjoyed the Wonders of Egypt. Thank you for your business.
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Vacation
This tour packed so many amazing sites into a short time. The accommodations, transport, food, schedule, and leadership were exceptional. Our Egyptologist, M. Sabaa, educated, organized, and entertained our small group with expertise.
Trusted Customer
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
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The travel specialist that booked my trip is excellent, she give us a lot of options and recommendations. She is very nice and helpful.
Vacation
Hotel accommodations is excellent. Food is awesome. Staffing is excellent from driver to travel director is very knowledgeable .overall experience is awesome
Marleen Callinicos
Wednesday, May 8, 2019
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This was our 6th GET/Insight trip, so clearly we enjoy booking our guided international travels with them.
Vacation
We were a small group of 10 people, which was ideal. Our travel director, Assem Omar, was a gem, and our vast Cairo hotel was truly a palace, with fabulous breakfast buffets. Our daily tours and the relaxing Nile cruise on a half-empty boat were perfect. The Egyptian people are very kind and try their utmost to please and protect tourists. We felt much safer in Egypt than in New York or DC. The meals on the spotlessly clean MS MEDEA were very beautifully presented, and the whirling dervish show on board was amazing. You should go, if only to see the pyramids and magnificent huge Abu Simbel templessouth of Aswan! (Just be sure to take a few hundred USD or Euro in small bills for the incessant tipping - you'll tip $1 in every toilet - and don't go when it's very hot between mid-April to mid-October.) It will be the most fascinating trip you will ever take.
Response from Grand European Travel:
Thank you for taking the time to share the memories of your trip to Egypt. We are so happy that you enjoyed this remarkable destination.
Friday, May 10, 2019
Trusted Customer
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Service
It was good and no problems. The guide was wonderful
Vacation
Everything was fine as far as price goes
Jerome Dobel
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Service
Michelle provided careful and honest assessments of what we would need to do as well as helping pick the best time to go to Egypt.
Response from Grand European Travel:
Thank you for taking the time to write. We will share your comments with Michelle and with the Insight Vacations team
Monday, March 4, 2019
Vacation
The trip as as promised. In Egypt because of fear factor the Insight Group was only eleven people and it was a superb tour with a qualified archeologist as our guide.
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