Egypt: Boats & Bazaars - 8 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female62%
- Male38%
Average age
Start / End
- Cairo
- Cairo
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 18Meals included
12Highlights
- Enjoy a traditional family meal
- Explore ancient temples and monuments
- Barter in bazaars
- Visit a Nubian village
- Explore the famous Khan el-Khalili souk.
- Journey down the Nile on a felucca
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Summary
This compact adventure offers maximum Egypt at minimum cost. Stare in amazement at the pyramids and float down the Nile on a felucca. Embrace the culture and meet remarkable people as you dine on traditional fare with a local family in a Nubian village. You'll enjoy basic accommodation and transport to the best sights. Walk through the Valley of the Kings or explore Karnak — it's your call. Don't just dream of Egypt, wake up in the Land of the Pharaohs and open your eyes to adventure.
Itinerary
Day 1
Cairo
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
What better way to kick off your travels than by getting to know your CEO and group over a few drinks? Take a short taxi ride to a favourite local restaurant and bar in a trendy part of Cairo. Kick back, relax, and bask in the excitement of your journey’s beginning.
Day 2
Cairo/Aswan
For lunch, why not go local with a couple of falafel sandwiches, or take the chance to find out what kushari tastes like?
In the evening, board an overnight train to Aswan. The overnight train is a modern air-conditioned sleeper, with twin-berth beds. There is no shower in the cabin, but each cabin does have a sink. The shared toilet is at the end of each carriage. A basic airline-style tray meal for dinner and breakfast is included. Attendants can serve drinks in your compartment at extra cost or there is a bar car for socializing.
Day 3
Aswan
Our train is due to arrive in Aswan early in the morning, but, trains can often be delayed.
Day 4
Aswan
Spend another day exploring Aswan. Opt to visit one of the most fascinating sights in the area, the Temple of Abu Simbel. Or continue exploring the city to learn more about Aswan's local people. In the evening choose to book the Philae Temple Sound and Light Show.
Day 5
Aswan/Luxor
Feluccas are very basic traditional Nile sailboats and make for an extremely relaxing and enjoyable way to travel down the river.
Day 6
Luxor
Enjoy a full free day to explore Luxor. Opt to set off on a guided visit to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank of Luxor excursion. Or choose to discover the city at your own pace, by wandering through the local bazaars or visiting a museum—the choice is yours!
Day 7
Luxor/Cairo
In the evening, board an overnight train back to Cairo. The overnight train is a modern air-conditioned sleeper, with twin-berth beds. There is no shower in the cabin, but each cabin does have a sink. The shared toilet is at the end of each carriage. A basic airline-style tray meal for dinner and breakfast is included. Attendants can serve drinks in your compartment at extra cost or there is a bar car for socializing.
Day 8
Cairo
Tour ends upon arrival.
What's Included
Accommodation
Simple hotels (5 nts, twin-share), overnight sleeper-train (2 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 7, Lunches: 1, Dinners: 4
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
Was amazing
Amelia Oct, 2024 VerifiedI loved travelling to Egypt with G Adventures! Everything was so well organized all we had to do was sit back and enjoy the amazing history and culture. Our guide, Haidy, was passionate, personable, and organized. I?ve travelled 3 times with G Adventures now and absolutely love it. It?s made me fall in love with travelling and given me many different experiences and perspectives I wouldn?t have ever been able to gain on my own.
Manisha Oct, 2024 Verified
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