Egypt’s Ancient Wonders & the Beauty of the Nile
Departs: 23rd April 2025| 12 Days | Cairo to Cairo
Uncover the ancient secrets of Egypt amid the welcoming culture of today. See the pyramids from astride a majestic camel. Explore the Temple of Karnak’s 136 soaring pillars. Visit Queen Nefertari’s tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Skim the waters of the Nile by traditional felucca. Enjoy the fragrances of Aswan’s spice market. Join expert Egyptologists on a 12-day cruisetour through Egypt on board one of Viking’s modern Nile ships. Hosted by Debbie Rains.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
» Millennia-old treasures in Cairo’s Egyptian Museum
» The Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure
» The mighty Citadel of the Mountain
» Sprawling temples of Luxor and Karnak in Luxor
» Tombs of the Valley of the Kings
» The remarkably preserved Dendera Temple complex
» Esna’s towering Temple of Khnum
» Sail the Nile near Aswan by felucca
» A Nubian home and school visit
» Horse-drawn calèche ride to Edfu’s Temple of Horus
PRICE
From $10,780* per person, twin share in a Deluxe Stateroom (B)
From $12,880* per person, twin share in a Veranda Stateroom (A)
From $15,780* per person, twin share in a Veranda Suite (AA)
From $16,070* solo traveller in a Deluxe Stateroom (B) (on request)
- All internal flights
- Gratuities*
- Guided excursion at each port of call
- All onboard meals
- Deluxe accommodation in outside staterooms
- Beer, wine and soft drinks served with onboard lunches and dinners
- Visit four UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Unlimited free Wi-Fi
- Culture Curriculum: Enjoy the in-depth narration by our Egyptologists; attend a Nubian evening event aboard; ride a camel
- 24-hour access to specialty coffees, teas and bottled water
- All port taxes and fees
- No credit card surcharges
- Gallivanter Travel host
Day 1 – 23rd April 2025
CAIRO, EGYPT
Arrive in Cairo and check into your hotel.
Day 2 – 24th April 2025
CAIRO, EGYPT
Excursion to the necropolis at Sakkara to see the world’s oldest step pyramid, then enjoy a brief camel ride while admiring the Great Sphinx and the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure.
Day 3 – 25th April 2025
CAIRO, EGYPT
Marvel at the sprawling Citadel of the Mountain and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, then tour the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities. Optional visit to Khan el-Khalili, Cairo’s most famous outdoor souk (bazaar).
Day 4 – 26th April 2025
LUXOR , EGYPT
Fly to Luxor and visit the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, then proceed to your Nile cruise ship for check-in. Enjoy an excursion to the Luxor Library and Heritage Centre.
Day 5 – 27th April 2025
LUXOR , EGYPT
An optional early morning hot air balloon ride over Luxor. Later, visit the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens and enjoy Privileged Access to the tomb of Queen Nefertari.
Day 6 – 28th April 2025
QENA , EGYPT
Enjoy a guided tour of the sprawling Dendera Temple Complex, including the fascinating Temple of Hathor.
Day 7 – 29th April 2025
ESNA , EGYPT
Explore the red sandstone Temple of Khnum during a guided tour. Then, if you wish, head to Esna Village for a full tour of the town and its lively market scene.
Day 8 – 30th April 2025
ASWAN, EGYPT
Visit the Aswan High Dam followed by a local market, then take a scenic Nile cruise on a felucca. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Abu Simbel to admire the Great Templeof Ramses II.
Day 9 – 1st May 2025
ASWAN, EGYPT
Stop by a Nubian village where you will visit both a local school and a home to get a glimpse of day-to-day life there. Visit Philae Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, then cruise to Kom Ombo and enjoy a guided tour of its unusual double temple.
Day 10 – 2nd May 2025
EDFU, EGYPT
Ride in a horse-drawn calèche to the Temple of Horus, or you can choose to visit Edfu market with our resident chef. Enjoy more Nile cruising today.
Day 11 – 3rd May 2025
LUXOR , EGYPT
After breakfast, disembark the ship and fly back to Cairo. We will then check into our hotel for one night. Later, take an optional tour to the Coptic Quarter and Jewish Synagogue.
Day 12 – 4th May 2025
CAIRO, EGYPT
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and journey home or on to your next adventure!
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