9-Nights Egypt: Pyramids, Temples & the Nile - The Geluxe Collection

Egypt: Pyramids, Temples & the Nile
Egypt is a country that sparks the imagination with thoughts of the ancient pyramids and the majestic Nile. On this 10-day adventure, visit all the main archeological sites, while also stopping at smaller lesser know temples along the Nile. Experience the sounds of the river and countryside on a traditional dahabiya sailboat — your home for five unforgettable nights. Connect with a local family over a meal in Aswan and visit the renowned Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Do more than just see Egypt; take part in it and let it stay with you until the end of time.

Highlights
Explore the Pyramids of Giza the Valley of the Kings and Abu Simbel, Cruise the Nile on a traditional dahabiya sail boat and experience life along the Nile at a slower pace, Visit Luxor temple at night, Enjoy a meal with a local family in Aswan, Dive into Egypt's fascinating history while looking at artifacts and mummies at the Egyptian Museum.

Accomodation
On this trip you can expect to stay in local hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights.

Group Leader
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.

Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12

Meals Included
9 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners

What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, Luxor
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Nubian Village Visit, Aswan
Your OMG Day: Egyptian Lunch & Historic Walk or Downtown Cairo Food & Walking Tour, Cairo.
Complimentary arrival transfer. Welcome dinner. Guided visit of Sakkara and and the Step Pyramid of Zoser. Guided visit of the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx. Guided visit to the temples of Dandara, Karnak and Luxor. 5-night traditional dahabiya sailing excursion. Guided visit of the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Guided visit of the tomb complex of El Kab and the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo. Guided visit of Philea Temple in Aswan. Fly in and fly out Abu Simbel tour. Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum. Farewell Dinner. Departure transfer. Internal flights and all transport between destinations and to/from included activities