Embark on an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt. Marvel at the Great Pyramids, immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Cairo, and enjoy a serene 3-night cruise down the Nile. Cap off your adventure with a Red Sea cruise, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime with Contiki.
Includes
8 Days Contiki Guided Holiday
7 Nights accommodation: 3 nights in Nile Cruise, 2 nights in Hotels, 1 night in Overnight Train, 1 night in Resort
7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 5 Dinners
Transport by coach, Sailing Boat and Train
Expert Trip Manager, Driver and Local Guides
Optional free time add on experiences (additional costs apply)
Included experiences
See the Pyramids and Sphinx
Cruise along the Nile
Visit Valley of the Kings and much more!
Excludes
Flights
Arrival/ departure transfers
Visas
Travel Insurance
Spending money and items of a personal nature
Extras
You have to be between the age of 18 and 35 years old to travel with Contiki
Additional costs apply for optional free time add on experiences
Secure your spot today with a deposit from as low as R1000* and pay the rest 60 days before departure
Highlights
8 Nights accommodation
15 Meals
Included experiences and sightseeing
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Cairo
Join forces with your group tonight and soak up the excitement of these exotic lands. Tomorrow will be a whole world of discovery, so you'll be thankful for your hotel slumber.
Stay: Pyramids Resort By Jaz (or similar)
Day 2: Cairo to Overnight Train
Cairo
Get ready for a sensory overload of the best possible variety. Markets & mayhem are on every corner, with stops for hummus and tea proving very essential.
Overnight Train to Aswan
Tonight it's an overnight train to Aswan - nothing gives you a more up-close look at a place than riding local!
Stay: Overnight Train
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Nile Cruise (Aswan)
Overnight Train to Aswan
This morning we'll wake up in Aswan, today is all about jaw drops from start to end.
Aswan
Take a stroll along the Nile before grabbing that camera, as we hop aboard a wooden felucca sailboat, the first of our two boating experiences for the day, and watch the local life as you float on by. Tonight is a taste of the high life with a luxury cruise on the River Nile, no less. This is the first of 3 nights we'll spend on the water, soaking up Egypt from its iconic waterway.
Nile Cruise
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Nile Cruise (Aswan to Edfu)
Aswan
Enjoy waking up to the Nile and sand dunes as your backdrop, while you sip your coffee and ponder just how good life is.
Edfu
Back on the boat you can practice your 'walk like an Egyptian' pose, then take a dip in the pool (yes, as in the boat has a pool) before we dock for the night in Edfu.
Nile Cruise
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Nile Cruise (Edfu to Luxor)
Edfu
This morning we'll cast off in the direction of Luxor.
Luxor
As soon as we step foot on Luxor terrain, we'll start spinning our way into the historical mysteries of this magnificent town including the Avenue of the Sphinxes, an epic lineup of human headed sphinxes spanning 3km, and let's not forget a photographers dream. Tomorrow the Luxor discoveries continue, so there's no need to cram it all in on day one.
Nile Cruise
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Luxor to Hurghada
Luxor
Only on a trip to Egypt would ancient royal tombs make a casual appearance on our daily agenda. Venturing to the Valley of the Kings known as 'City of the Dead,' our local guide will take us to some of the 63 royal tombs found here. We'll also walk through the perfectly symmetrical Temple of Hatshepsut. Later, choose to visit the Temple of Karnak where we can find the world’s largest religious structure, the Temple of Amun.
Hurghada
Hurghada is all about beachside summer holiday vibes to rival the Mediterranean. With crystal clear waters as far as the eye can see, umbrella-lined beaches, and golden sunsets, this town will be sure to seal the deal on your love for Egypt.
Stay: Bel Air Azur Resort (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Hurghada to Cairo
Hurghada
Lovers of exploring by sea could take a cruise of the Red Sea for all new views, or those who prefer life a little more on land could snorkel, sun bake or just relax in paradise this morning. Later, we'll attempt an Arabic goodbye to the beautiful beaches of Hurghada as we make our way back to where our Egyptian escapade kicked off just a week ago.
Cairo
It's our last complete day on trip, we'll enjoy some time together as we make our way back to Cairo.
Stay: Novotel Cairo Airport (or similar)
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: Depart Cairo
Cairo
Down your last breakfast on us before collapsing into a mess of farewells. Stay strong, there are plenty more exotic lands with Contiki trips written all over them.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Terms & conditions
Prices are per person twin share/multi share as per itinerary, and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes. Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date, our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season and availability is correct at time of loading. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and may be found on our website. Offer can be removed at any time. Pricing varies pending departure date. Trips valid for travellers aged 18-35 years. Excludes flights. Only R1000 deposit per person is required to confirm your trip booking. Deposit is due within 3 days of booking; airlines may impose different penalties and cancellation fees. Payment due in full 60 days before departure. All savings / discounts mentioned has already been included in advertised price. Pentravel and Tour Operator reserves the right to withdraw or amend promotional offers at any time. Advertised price is based on 5 April 2025 departure. Ask us for alternative departures this may not be a definite departure. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE;.
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