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Egypt with Nile Cruise (QG)

9 days from Cairo to Cairo

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That calendar you live by—the one with 365 days divided into 12 months—you can thank the ancient Egyptians for the handy invention that helps you manage your time. In this 9-day vacation, you’ll marvel at many other amazing accomplishments of this remarkable civilization. The daunting Great Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx and the extraordinary temples of Luxor and Karnak are well worth the journey as are the sparkling treasures inside Cairo’s Egyptian Museum, including the fascinating burial items from the opulent tomb of “King Tut.” As you sail down the legendary Nile from Luxor to Aswan on this enthralling tour of Egypt, you’ll also stand in awe at the Kom Ombo Temple, barter for goods at the bustling bazaars, and sway to the rhythmic drums on a relaxing felucca ride down the Nile.

We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi, flights from Cairo to Luxor, and Aswan to Cairo plus a ride on a felucca boat. And that's not all! Your tour includes a 4-night cruise experience aboard the Movenpick MS Royal Lily - featuring a lounge, bars, sun decks, pool, restaurant, and gift-shop. Stop at some fascinating ports of call as you sail down the River Nile from Luxor to Aswan. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!

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 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Full buffet breakfast daily, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners


Notes:

Cruise details:
Deluxe cabin- featuring twin beds (can convert to double), private en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, tinted 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 Lily.
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 travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

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Day 2 CAIRO. EXCURSION TO GIZA

Secrets of the Sphinx CAIRO Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Egyptian Museum.
GIZA See 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–LUXOR (EMBARKATION)

River Mysteries Revealed CAIRO Fly to Luxor.
LUXOR Embark on your Nile River cruise ship with lunch on board. This afternoon, guided sightseeing includes the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.


TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ANCIENT CITIES See the stunning monuments of Luxor and Karnak, ancient cities whose combined populations once topped one million. Walk among the pillars of the colossal Temple of Amun Ra and along the Avenue of the Sphinxes for an experience you will treasure for a lifetime.



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Day 4 CRUISING: LUXOR–ESNA–EDFU

Kings, Queens & Captain’s Cocktails LUXOR Time to wander around at your own pace or perhaps take an optional excursion on the West Bank of the Nile. Enjoy a Captain’s welcome cocktail party.
Sail to Edfu.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOTS Venture in “World’s greatest open-air Museum” where most of the ruins and artefacts at the site have been preserved and they are as still in their original forms.

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Day 5 CRUISING: EDFU–KOM OMBO–ASWAN

Egyptian Gods & Gowns EDFU Visit the Temple of Horus, then enjoy lunch on board while sailing.
KOM OMBO Guided walking tour includes the temple dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods. Free time to browse. Enjoy a Galabeya (traditional Egyptian gown) party on board this evening.

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 6 CRUISING: ASWAN

Landscapes & Legends of the Nile ASWAN Discover the land of gold that has kept the treasures of the pharaohs for centuries. Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite Sail on a felucca (traditional wooden sailing boat) around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan. Take part in a Nubian Folklore presentation on board this evening.

LOCAL FAVORITE
EPIC RIDE Sail from Aswan on a felucca a traditional Egyptian wooden boat with a canvas sail. Capture the wind to move effortlessly around the botanical sanctuary of Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan – the stately and austere dome-topped rose limestone monument and Carrara-marble tomb of the 20th-century religious and political leader.

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Day 7 DISEMBARKATION. ASWAN

At Leisure in Aswan ASWAN Disembarkation. Free time this afternoon and evening.

ENHANCES FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE with an excursion to the High Dam, the Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Learn how in the early 1970s, after the inauguration of the Aswan High Dam, raging floods risked the submersion of Philae. The rescue of these Nubian monuments is thanks to the joint effort between the Egyptian government and UNESCO, who then moved the sanctuary to higher ground. How did they do it? They dismantled the structures into 40,000 blocks and transferred them brick by brick to their new home.

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Day 8 ASWAN–CAIRO

Capital Ideas in Cairo ASWAN Fly to Cairo.
CAIRO Enjoy free time this afternoon, followed by a farewell dinner at your hotel this evening.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in the “the city of a thousand minarets” with its skyline filled with many mosques, castles, and churches in this bustling and historic metropolis.

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Day 9 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)


Egypt Nile Cruise
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Egypt Nile Cruise

Temple of Karnak Sound & Light Spectacular

Temple of Karnak Sound & Light Spectacular

Ancient Thebes comes to life in an unforgettable way as pharoahs rise to tell their stories and the pillars and statues of Karnak are transformed during a fantastic sound and light show.

Price Range: $$

The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and of Memnon Colossi to explore the customs and traditions of ancient Egyptian royalty.

Price Range: $$

Abu Simbel

Abu Simbel

Step thousands of years back in time on this exciting visit to the twin rock temples of Abu Simbel, one of Egypt's most cherished ancient wonders.

Price Range: $$$$

Aswan

Egyptian Treasures

Egyptian Treasures

Join us for an up-close look at a few of Egypt's most fascinating sites with visits to the High Dam of Aswan, the Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk.

Price Range: $$

Cairo

Half-Day Discover Egypt: Sakkara, Memphis & More

Half-Day Discover Egypt: Sakkara, Memphis & More

Pack thousands of years of history into a single day on this fantastic guided excursion featuring Memphis, Sakkara and more!

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: $1,346*
18 guests in a party: $223*

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.



The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.