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Cairo & Alexandria Escape with 3-night Nile cruise (KQLX)

11 Day Tour from Cairo to Cairo

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The mysteries of the Sphinx await on this off-season vacation in Egypt! Enjoy an escorted vacation in Cairo and Alexandria. Visit the incredible Grand Egyptian Museum and marvel at the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza—the oldest of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Visit Alexandria’s 4th-century Mediterranean harbor city founded by Alexander the Great. Guided sightseeing includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shogafa, Pompey’s Pillar, and the lush Montazah Gardens. Travel through the El Beheira desert en route to Wadi el Natrun to visit the Coptic Monastery. Return to Cairo and fly to Aswan to begin your 3-night cruise on the Nile, considered the longest river in the world. As you sail down the Nile, stop to visit fascinating temples and shrines dating back to the 2nd century. Your Nile River cruise concludes in Luxor with an overnight stay and free time to explore before returning to Cairo. This 11-day guided vacation in Egypt with Nile River cruise is even better with fewer crowds and more savings during off-season travel. A wondrous escape fit for a king!

Special Features Included in this Tour:
• Guided sightseeing in Cairo with a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum
• Guided visit to the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids of Giza
• Visit to the oasis of Wadi El Natrun features a visit to a Coptic Monastery
• Guided sightseeing tour in Alexandria
• Scenic desert drive
• Three-night Nile Cruise between Aswan and Luxor
• Guided walking tour in Kom Ombo
• Guided visits to the Temple of Horus and the Temple of Luxor
• Guided visit to the Karnak Temple
• Flights between Cairo and Aswan and Luxor and Cairo

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Cairo & Alexandria Escape with 3-night Nile cruise map
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 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

10 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners


Notes:

Cruise Details:

Deluxe cabin- featuring twin beds (can convert to double), private en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, and panoramic windows.
Globus Host service throughout the cruise.

Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details. The ship scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Movenpick MS Royal Lotus.

During the cruise, some visits may begin with early morning starts, in order to avoid the crowds for optimum enjoyment at the more popular sites.

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN CAIRO, EGYPT

Welcome to Cairo. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
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Day 2 CAIRO. EXCURSION TO GIZA

Secrets of the Sphinx Your Egyptian discovery starts in the vibrant city of Cairo, located on the River Nile, with a guided sightseeing tour that features a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Later, a short drive to Giza is the start of an iconic visit to see some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world - the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORY & MYSTERY Get up close and personal with The Pyramids of Giza - one of the World’s Seven Wonders. Ponder the enigmatic secrets of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Marvel at the massive monument of Cheops, the most colossal pyramid ever built with an original height of 496 feet.

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Day 3 CAIRO–WADI EL NATRUN–ALEXANDRIA

The Mediterranean Pearl Today, depart Cairo and head to the desert. En route stop at Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite the oasis of Wadi El Natrun and visit a Coptic Monastery. Continue to the charismatic city of Alexandria, located on the Mediterranean coast, and boasting the oldest tram system in Africa. Enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace.
137 mi / 220 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURE & TRADITIONS In Arabic, Wadi El Natrum means “Valley of Nitrates,” due to the presence of eight different lakes containing nitrates in the surrounding area. In Coptic, the region is also known as Shi-Hyt, which can be translated as “balance of the heart” or “measure of hearts.” The monasteries of Wadi el-Natrun are the source of indispensable data for the study of the Coptic heritage, and especially for Coptic literature, art, and architecture.

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Day 4 ALEXANDRIA

Royal Majesty of the Montazah Gardens This morning, discover the fascinating city of Alexandria with a guided sightseeing tour that includes the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, that commemorates the ancient Library of Alexandria, and the 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel. Visit the Montazah Gardens that were once frequented by Egypt’s royal family. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon and evening.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORY & CULTURE Originally founded by Alexander the Great, Alexandria was once one of the wealthiest cities in the world and the Montazah Palace gardens are a true testimony of this wealth. Designed to be a place of relaxation and recreation for the Khedive and his guests, they are filled with flowers, trees, and shrubs.

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Day 5 ALEXANDRIA–CAIRO

A Drive Through the Red Land Enjoy a scenic drive back to Cairo through the El Beheira desert. Enjoy some free time in Cairo before joining your travel companions for dinner at your hotel.
155 mi / 250 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LANDSCAPES In ancient times, the Egyptians called the desert the "red land," distinguishing it from the flood plain around the Nile River, called the "black land". These reflect the fact that the desert sands have a reddish hue and the land around the Nile turned black when the annual flood waters receded. Over thousands of years, the Nile River evolved into its present shape, surrounded by the Eastern and Western deserts.

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Day 6 CAIRO–ASWAN (EMBARKATION)

The Inspiration of Isis This morning, head to the airport for a flight to Aswan, Embark your cruise ship for the start of your Nile River Cruise. Start to get acquainted with the ship and enjoy lunch on board. This afternoon, explore independently or join a shore excursion.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
THE GIFT OF EGYPT Flowing through 11 countries, the Nile is the longest river in the world. Often called “The Lifeline of Egypt,” the importance of the Nile through history cannot be overestimated. Without the fertile soils carried by this legendary river of life, Egypt would have surely been a desert. Ancient Egyptians worshipped the Nile as the god Hapi, believed to be the source of all life, yet they also believed it would lead to the afterlife. A symbol of fertility, abundance, and the cycle of life; the Nile riverbanks are still home to approximately 95% of Egypt’s population who live close to its banks.


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Day 7 CRUISING: ASWAN–KOM OMBO–EDFU

Egyptian Gods & Gowns Enjoy a leisurely morning before calling at Kom Ombo for a guided walking tour featuring the temple dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods. Enjoy some free time to browse.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDS & LORE Explore captivating Kom Ombo with a walking tour of its bluff-top twin temples. Gaze at the spellbinding temples dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek-Ra and the falcon god Horus.

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Day 8 CRUISING: EDFU–ESNA–LUXOR

Legendary Luxor Today, in Edfu, visit the impressive Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch while sailing. Arrive at Luxor and join an excursion to visit the Temple of Luxor.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
OF GODS AND PILGRIMAGES Step back in time and wander through the magnificent temple dedicated to Horus, one of the most important gods in Ancient Egypt. Learn how this became the setting for many important festivals which resulted in huge pilgrimages. With time the temple suffered the elements and got buried underneath the sand where it remained until 1860!

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Day 9 LUXOR (DISEMBARKATION)

Palace of Life This morning, disembark your ship and transfer to your hotel. Later, join the guided sightseeing tour to see the breathtaking Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening.


TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PLACE OF THE PHARAOHS Known as Ipet-Isu (the Most Select of Places) by the ancient Egyptians, the Temple of Karnak was built over 2000 years ago—considered by unassuming ancient Egyptians as the place of gods. Here, dozens of pharaohs added their own additions to the site, making this one of the most impressive open-air museums in the world.

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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 10 LUXOR–CAIRO

Cairo Bound Depart Luxor and take a flight to Cairo. Enjoy some leisure time in this exciting city to explore more.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE on an optional excursion to the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens on the West Bank of the Nile where generations of pharaohs and nobles were entombed in cliffside crypts. See where 62 royal tombs have thus far been discovered, of which one was found virtually intact—the splendid tomb of Tutankhamun discovered in 1922.

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Day 11 CAIRO

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)


Cairo

Cairo

Discover The Magic Of Old Cairo

Discover The Magic Of Old Cairo

Join us for an unforgettable guided tour through Old Cairo, where ancient mosques, hidden alleys, and centuries-old churches come together to tell the story of a timeless city.

Price Range: $$$

Nile River Cruise with Dinner & Belly Dancing

Nile River Cruise with Dinner & Belly Dancing

The splendor and ancient wonders of the Nile await during this 2-hour dinner cruise featuring a sumptuous buffet, live music, and mesmerizing belly dancing!

Price Range: $$$

 Private Touring

Private Touring: Globus European Private Touring enables you to experience all of the attractions, sights and highlights of your selected Globus tour as a private experience - delivered just for you and your traveling party. With Private Touring, you'll have your own dedicated Tour Director, your own private transportation and driver, and your own professional local guides. All with greater flexibility in pace and your experience.

For your selected tour, there will be additional per-person cost for the size of your party - from 1 to 24. This additional supplement is reduced with each traveler you add to your party.

Here's a sample of the additional cost:

6 guests in a party: $1,805*
18 guests in a party: $318*

Contact Globus or your preferred travel agent for pricing for your specific party size as well as any other information on Globus Private Touring.

* Supplement pricing is per person (CA) and will be added to the standard published price for your given departure date and is based on availability. Supplement price is valid for 2020 and 2021 travel years. Occasionally some included and optional activities & excursions may be operated with other guests. Additional restrictions may apply. Not applicable for custom groups. No Group allowances or promotions are available on Private Touring. Published itineraries only. Note that blackout dates may exist where the Private Touring option is not available.



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