Egypt Private Journey
Secrets of the Pharaohs
Trip Details at-a-Glance
| Cost From: | $3195 see pricing |
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| Length: | 7 days |
| Arrive: | Cairo, Egypt |
| Depart: | Cairo, Egypt |
| Lodging: | 3 nights in 5-star hotels, 3 nights luxury vessel describe |
| Meals: | All meals included except 1 lunch and 2 dinners |
| Activity: | Small Boat & Yacht Cruising, Archaeology, Cultural Adventures |
| Trip Level: |
Nile River cruise, overland touring, and city exploration with easy walking
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Highlights
- Luxurious Nile cruise boat (Nile Adventurer or Sun Boat IV), with Nile-view cabins
- Great Pyramids at Giza, Treasures of King Tut
- Temples of Karnak and Luxor, Valley of the Kings, optional visit to Abu Simbel
We would never have been able to do all the things we did without such a well planned trip.M. J. Kuhar—Bend OR
Choosing the Right Trip
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Explore the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, view the glorious artifacts from King Tutankhamen’s tomb, then set off on a deluxe Nile cruise, gliding in the wake of the Pharaohs as you discover a mysterious world of soaring temples in a timeless desert landscape.
Itinerary at a Glance
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Please note: Because of the boat schedule, Day 1 of this itinerary must be a Wednesday.
Please note: Because of the boat schedule, Day 1 of this itinerary must be a Wednesday.
Days 1-2
Cairo and The Great Pyramids
Experience the wonder of the monumental pyramids of the great pharaohs, a colossal testament to mankind’s quest for immortality. Nothing quite prepares one for the first sight of the three pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus, and the enigmatic Sphinx. Explore the treasures of the renowned Egyptian Museum, including the stunning golden artifacts unearthed from the tomb of young King Tut, all in the company of your own Egyptologist guide.
Days 3-5
Ancient Monuments and Luxurious Nile Cruise
A cruise on the storied Nile is the ultimate experience of this epic land of history. After visiting the Aswan High Dam, board a deluxe 5-star Nile cruise boat and discover the temples, tombs, and hieroglyphs that have entranced travelers for thousands of years. Explore the romantic and majestic temple complex of Isis at Philae, an exquisite blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman architecture, and the striking Temple of Kom Ombo, standing on a promontory at a bend in the Nile where in ancient times, sacred crocodiles basked in the sun on the riverbank. Among the many sites you visit is the extraordinary Temple of Horus, the most completely preserved Pharaonic temple in Egypt. On arrival in Luxor, discover the Valley of the Kings and Queens, home to magnificent tombs including that of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s only female pharaoh, the monumental temple of Karnak, and Luxor, a strikingly graceful piece of temple architecture on the banks of the Nile.
Days 6-7
Eternal Cairo
Enjoy free time to roam the twisting passageways of the ancient Khan El Khalili bazaar, little changed since the 14th century, or explore Coptic Cairo, with its ancient Christian churches. Depart on Day 7.
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Optional Extensions
If you would like to continue your adventure, we offer the following extensions:
- Alexandria Extension (3 days)
- Jordan: Petra and The Dead Sea Extension (7 days)
What the Trip is Like
This trip is rated Level 1, Easiest. It is an overland touring trip with day walks to explore the fascinating temples and wonderful towns of this ancient and modern civilization. It can be enjoyed by anyone in good health who has no mobility restrictions.
When to go
October to April
For our Private Journey trips, you choose your own group and your preferred dates—there are no set departure dates. Private Journeys are available to groups as few as two people or as large as you like. Contact us for availability, questions, or to book your adventure!
Tour Costs
Prices valid through September 30, 2010
$3195 (2-9 members)
Single supplement: $1190
Internal airfare: $365—Cairo/Aswan, Luxor/Cairo (subject to change)
High Season Surcharge (Jan-Apr): $350-600 per person
Optional Abu Simbel Visit: $300 per person
Optional private guide on cruise: $600 per group
Extension Costs
Alexandria Extension
from: $790
Jordan: Petra and The Dead Sea Extension
from: $2695
Includes all land transportation and private guides in Cairo, shared guide on cruise
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Tour Cost Includes:
- Two nights at the Mena House Hotel (garden section with pyramid view), one night at the Four Seasons (standard room)
- Three nights aboard 5-star Nile cruise ship with full-board beginning with lunch on Day 3 and ending with breakfast on Day 6
- Mineral water, tea and coffee with every meal aboard the ship
- Afternoon tea, coffee and finger foods served each day aboard the ship
- Meals as noted in the Full Trip Brochure
- Tours and sightseeing as described, private English-speaking Egyptologist in Cairo, resident shared boat guide during cruise
- Airport transfers and ground transportation as noted in the Full Trip Brochure
Tour Cost Does Not Include:
International airfare, internal flights, meals not specified in the itinerary in the Full Trip Brochure, beverages at restaurants and hotels (excluding those mentioned above during cruise), any activities described as optional, porterage at airports and hotels, airport departure taxes, optional tipping or gratuities to Egyptologist, representatives (in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan), drivers, cruise staff, entry fee for the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo (approx. $17), entry fee for the solar boat museum (approx. $10), and entry fee for the Great Pyramids (approx. $20, subject to availability); additional hotel nights made necessary by airline schedule changes or other factors, pre-trip expenses such as medical immunizations (if any), travel insurance, or passports and visas; and other expenses of a personal nature (alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.).Mena House Oberoi
Days 1 to 2 (2 nights), Giza, Egypt
People love this place for a compelling reason—it’s literally right across from the Pyramids. When you look out your hotel room window, ...
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Nile Adventurer
Days 3 to 5 (3 nights), Nile River, Egypt
The luxurious 5-star Nile Adventurer, with only 28 double staterooms and four suites, enjoys a relaxed and intimate yacht-like atmosphere. Recently ...
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Sun Boat IV
Days 3 to 5 (3 nights), Nile River, Egypt
One of the nicest ships plying the Nile River, the 5-star Sun Boat IV is perfect for traveling this epic river. Its has 36 double staterooms and ...
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Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence
Day 6 (1 night), Cairo, Egypt
Ideally located in Cairo’s central Giza district on the west bank of the Nile, this hotel is a welcoming oasis with a top-notch staff and ...
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Extension Accommodations
If you would like to view the accommodations offered with our extensions options:
- Alexandria Extension (3 days)
- Jordan: Petra and The Dead Sea Extension (7 days)
Note: Listed above are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.




