9 Day Classic Egypt with 3 Day Nile Cruise - 9 Day Classic Egypt with 3 Day Nile Cruise (Queen of Hansa, New York Special) -Cabin E
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Tour Itinerary
This 9 day program is a comprehensive fast-paced tour featuring the highlights of Egypt in a brief visit. Many domestic flights within Egypt depart in the early morning, requiring waking up before dawn. Please see the "Is This Trip Right for You?" section for more information.
DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for EgyptDepart for Egypt*For flights departing on Day 1 and arriving in the early hours of Day 2, a room will be available for you upon arrival
DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Cairo
Welcome to Egypt, one of the world's greatest ancient civilizations. Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Thursday - The Pyramids & Sphinx of Giza
After breakfast, visit the Pyramids of Giza, built during the 3rd and 4th dynasties of the Old Kingdom. These monumental undertakings stand as a marvelous testimony to the almost unbelievable skill and determination of their builders. Get a close-up view of the Great Pyramid, built for the Pharaoh Khufu, as well as the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Not far from the Pyramids, see the great Sphinx of Giza, the legendary statue with the head of a human, and the body of a lion, amazingly carved out of one single piece of limestone. Next, visit a shop where you can view a quick demonstration of how the papyrus paper is made from the papyrus grass. Browse the collection of artwork on display. Leisure time this afternoon, or join the optional tour of the Egyptian Museum with lunch. Tour the museum, a Neoclassical building located on Tahrir Square that houses a large collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts
Optional: Half Day Egyptian Museum with lunch (PM)
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Friday - Flight to Aswan, Philae Temple, Cruise Embarkation
Today, fly to Aswan, an ancient frontier town. Take a tour of Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Arrive by motorboat and marvel at the Temple's beautiful island location. On the way back, stop at a local perfume shop. During your visit, you can watch the creation of perfumes. Select a fragrance and choose from a wide selection of glass bottle containers. Later, embark on your ship for an unforgettable cruise on the legendary Nile River. After lunch aboard the ship, spend an afternoon at leisure, or join the optional Aswan Felucca Ride and enjoy a relaxing cruise aboard a felucca, the traditional sailboat of Egypt used along the Nile
Optional: Aswan Felucca Ride (PM)
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Saturday - Kom Ombo, Cruise to Edfu
Spend the morning at leisure, or join the optional to Abu Simbel temples. An early morning bus ride from Aswan transports you back in time to the mighty Temples of Abu Simbel, reclaimed from the floodwaters of the Aswan High Dam and totally reconstructed in the present location. The site is dominated by the looming twin temples of Ramses II and his wife Queen Nefertari. It is one of the most recognizable ancient sites of Egypt. Later, tour the imposing Greco-Roman Temple of Kom Ombo, that is dedicated to Horus, the Sky God, and Sobek, the Crocodile God. Admire the fascinating detailed reliefs on the walls
Optional: Abu Simbel by Bus (AM)
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Sunday - Edfu Temples, Cruise to Luxor
This morning, visit the stunning Temple of Horus in Edfu, considered one of the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. The temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the son of Isis and Osiris. Its extravagant design and sheer size is an indication of the country's prosperity at the time. This afternoon, the ship sails via Esna Lock to Luxor, known in ancient Egyptian times as the city of Thebes
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Monday - Disembarkation, West Bank, Temples of Karnak & Luxor
This morning, after disembarking your cruise ship, take a tour of the Luxor West Bank that includes the Valley of the Kings & Temple of Hatshepsut along with Colossi of Memnon. Begin with a visit to the UNESCO listed Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of Thebes and admire the tombs of ancient Egypt's rulers. Next, head to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a colonnaded structure surrounded by cliffs and learn about the life of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt's longest-reigning female ruler. Visit an alabaster factory, where you can view a demonstration of grinding alabaster the old fashion way. Browse the extensive collection of alabaster pieces. Conclude the tour at the Colossi of Memnon, featuring two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. In the afternoon, take a sightseeing tour of the East Bank of Luxor. Visit the magnificent Temples of Karnak, dating back over 3,000 years. Walk along the avenue of the Sphinxes and marvel at the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive sandstone columns. Afterward, head to Luxor Temple to admire the colossal statues of the great pharaoh Ramses II
Overnight: Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Tuesday - Flight to Cairo
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo with remainder of the afternoon at leisure or join the optional Coptic Cairo with lunch. This area is the original home of the Coptic Christians, one of the world's oldest Christian denominations. Here, visit the Hanging Church, that was built in the 7th century. Admire the courtyard and interior with its elaborate wooden screen, marble pulpit and icons. Proceed to Abu Serga, a 5th century Coptic church and hear how the church was built over the site of a cave, believed to have sheltered the Holy Family during their flight into Egypt. Then, tour the Church of St. George, a Greek Orthodox church built atop the north tower of the old Roman fortress of Babylon. Tonight, bid farewell to your Tour Manager during dinner at the hotel
Optional: Coptic Cairo with lunch
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9, Wednesday - Depart Egypt
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Additional Information:
This package is based on pre-confirmed flights from JFK via EgyptAir and may only be purchased with these flights.
During Ramadan (Mar 1 - Mar 30, 2025), historic and cultural sites may close early and operate with minimal staff. The order of sightseeing may be changed to accommodate the holiday observance. Traffic congestion is common during Ramadan. Some hotels and restaurants may not serve alcoholic beverages. Entertainment may be limited to be respectful of the holiday observance. Modest dress is suggested during Ramadan (no shorts, short skirts, or sleeveless tops). Use discretion when drinking, eating, and smoking in public between sunrise and sunset.
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Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
This superior first class hotel is located in Cairo's Zamalek district on Gezira island situated on the Nile with magnificent views of the river.
Sonesta St. George Luxor Hotel
This deluxe hotel is located on the east bank of the Nile, only minutes to the Luxor Temple.
Hilton Cairo Heliopolis
This deluxe hotel is located in Cairo's prominent Heliopolis District, a prime residential area and home to Egypt's diplomatic and presidential offices.
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