Wonderful Tour in Cairo and Dahabiya

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Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to the land of the pharaohs! Arriving in Cairo

Step right into the magical kingdom of Egypt, where pharaohs reigned for ages. Your tour manager will meet you at Cairo International Airport, help you through the process, and give you an entry visa if needed. After that, you'll be driven around Cairo's busy streets in a luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival at the magnificent boutique hotel, Le Riad Hotel de Charme Cairo, located in the centre of Old Islamic Cairo, your tour manager will help you with check-in and will go over your itinerary with you to confirm the dates for all of the activities you will be participating in while on vacation.

Spend the night in Cairo. 
Welcome Drink. 

Day 2: Exploring Sakkara and the Pyramids

Your personal guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to begin your journey by allowing you to marvel at one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramids of Giza, after you have enjoyed a delicious and hearty Egyptian breakfast at Zeeyara, one of Cairo's most charming restaurants—located on the rooftop of the boutique Hotel Le Riad de Charme. To go to the famous Sphinx and Valley Temple, walk or ride a camel. Following your tour of the pyramids, you'll eat lunch at a traditional Egyptian restaurant before travelling to the Sakkara neighbourhood to see the Djoser Pyramid, the first pyramid ever constructed, and the Sakkara Complex. 

Spending the night in Cairo. 
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch. 
Visits: the Sakkara, Djoser Pyramid, Valley Temple, Sphinx, and Great Pyramids of Giza. 

Day 3: Touring Cairo

At your hotel's rooftop Zeeyara restaurant, experience another delectable Egyptian breakfast. The Egyptian Museum is your first place to see in Cairo. It is in the middle of ancient Downtown Cairo and has a view of the famous Tahrir Square. Following your delight in the spectacular ancient Egyptian antiquities and artefacts, you'll go to a neighbourhood restaurant that the locals visit for lunch. If there is time after lunch, you will be transported to the oldest bazaar in Cairo, Khan El Khalili. 

Spending the night in Cairo. 
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch. 
Visits: Khan El Khalili, Islamic Cairo, and the Egyptian Museum. 

Day 4: Take a flight to Aswan and set sail on your Dahabiya

You're going to leave Cairo today and travel to Aswan, a vibrant and joyful city. Your tour manager will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning and drive you to the Cairo Airport for your Aswan flight. When you arrive in Aswan, you will be greeted and driven to your Nuun and Nuut Dahabiyas—two of Ashranda's most luxurious and private dahabiyas—in an exclusive air-conditioned vehicle. 
Enjoy your tasty meal while cruising to Kom Ombo on your dahabiya. Land on Kom Ombo's coastlines, then stroll through the town among the inhabitants until you reach the unique Kom Ombo temple, which features sanctuaries, hypostyle halls, and two identical entrances. Return to your dahabiya after your visit, and savour a delicious dinner. 

Spending the night on your cruise close to Beshir Island. 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. 
Visits: Kom Ombo, Aswan. 

Day 5: Cruising to Gebel El Silsila

On your luxurious dahabiya, savour another delectable breakfast as you sail towards Gebel Silsela, our destination for the day. Visit the mysterious Temple of Hormoheb carved into the rock when you arrive to the historic Silsela quarry. After that, climb to the highest point of Silsela Mountain to watch the incredibly beautiful panorama. Return to your dahabiya and have a leisurely lunchtime cruise to Fawaza Island. Before savouring a delicious dinner on board, sip tea on the sun deck and observe the breathtaking sunset vista. 

Spending the night on your cruise close to Fawaza Island. 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. 
Visits: Fawaza Island, Sandstone Quarries, and Gebel El Silsila. 

Day 6: Taking a boat to Edfu

While sailing to Edfu, you can enjoy yet another delectable breakfast on board. Visit the Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman temples, to see the statue of Horus. Savour a wonderful experience while admiring the native way of life in Upper Egypt while travelling back and forth in a horse-drawn carriage to the temple. Explore the tranquil, rural lifestyle of the nearby farmers and fishermen. Go on an adventure through the verdant, rich landscapes that are filled with date palms and banana trees. 
Enjoy a nutritious lunch as you cruise to El Kab village, your next destination, where you will see El Kab Temple, after arriving back at your dahabiya. After touring the temple, stroll about and enjoy the lovely village with its mud-brick homes. Once more, return to your dahabiya and savour a warm, delectable dinner while taking in the lovely, tranquil Nile River scenery. 

Spending the night on El Hegz Island (near Esna) during your cruise. 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. 
Visits: El Kab Village, El Kab Temple, Edfu, and Edfu Temple. 

Day 7: A Cruise to Esna and Luxor

Sail to Esna and relish your last morning on your dahabiya with a delectable breakfast. Disembark your Dahabiya at Esna. Take a ride through the streets of Luxor to reach your final destination. See the spectacular Karnak Temple and the well-known Valley of the Kings, which is home to the most complex collection of tombs belonging to Pharaonic aristocracy. 
You will be transported to Luxor Airport, where you will board your flight back to Cairo, once you gained the magnificence of the city of Luxor. When you arrive, your tour manager will greet you and take you back to your opulent boutique hotel located in the centre of Cairo's vibrant city. 

Spending the night in Cairo. 
Meals: Breakfast. 
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Esna. 

Day 8: Last Day of Travel

The last day of your journey in the realm of the pharaohs is today. Zeeyara restaurant offers a final traditional Egyptian breakfast in the magical kingdom of Egypt. Then, you will be transported through Cairo's bustling streets to Cairo International Airport for your final flight back to your home country. 

Meals: Breakfast.

Tour Information

Tour Includes

The service of meet and assist at the airport.

Help with visitor relations while visiting.

Egypt entry visa granted at Cairo airport upon arrival.

Every transfer in a personal, air-conditioned vehicle with Free WIFI.

Domestic flights from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo.

Four nights' accommodation in Cairo with breakfast each day included.

Three nights of full-board accommodation on Dahabiya.

Every sightseeing tour in Cairo - privately guided tours.

Every sightseeing tour on the cruise.

Every sightseeing tour in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan listed on the itinerary.

Entrance costs to every location listed on the itinerary.

Hot and cold beverages with meals on Dahabiya.

English-speaking local tour guide.

Lunch at a nearby, high-quality restaurant.

Bottled water for outings beyond the hotel or cruise.

Free WIFI available while cruising.

All taxes and service fees.

Free Cairo Photo Shoot near the Giza Pyramids.

Tour Excludes

Airfare abroad.

Any optional tours.

Personal expenses.

Tipping.

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