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Cairo & Alexandria
One of the most famous destinations in the world. The famous historical wealth, the mythical treasures, the natural beauty of the country but also the special culture of the Egyptians attract millions of visitors each year. Cairo, one of the largest cities in the world, with the great Egyptian Museum, the countless mosques, the famous bazaar of Khan el-Khalili and the nearby Giza Pyramids, and the historic city of Alexandria with the famous lighthouse, are the two major destinations in the country. Life experience is undoubtedly a cruise on the Nile, with its main stations Luxor-Karnak, Valley of Kings-Valley of Queens, Edfu-Esna-Kom Ombo, Aswan-Abu, Sibel-Botanical Garden. The areas that have been developed on the shores of the Red Sea offer perhaps the best diving centers in the world. Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh are among the most popular resorts in the Red Sea and have the largest tourist development. The best time to visit Egypt is the spring, so the temperatures are softer and the waters are ideal for diving, water sports and swimming.
CAIRO – ALEXANDRIA – ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM – GIZA PYRAMIDS – SPHINX – KHAN EL-KHALILI BAZAAR – ASWAN – ABU SIMBEL – NILE CRUISE – EDFU – LUXOR – KARNAK
5, 8, 10 Days – Departures:
- 20 December 2024 (8 days)
- 21 December 2024 (10 days)
- 22, 28 December 2024 (5 days)
- 02 January 2025 (5 days)
5, 8, 10
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Departure
Athens -
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Airport TaxesGuided ΤoursNewslettersAirplane TicketsLiability & Professional Liability InsuranceFull Day CruiseTransportation by BusFull BoardAccommodation4* HotelLeaderExcursions - ToursVAT5* HotelTransfer from and to the Airport -
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Tour Plan
1
1st Day
Athens – Cairo
Meeting at the airport and flight to Egypt, the cradle of a great civilization that shaped the course of mankind. Arrival in bustling Cairo, with its millions of inhabitants. Transfer and check-in at the hotel. Overnight.
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2nd Day
Cairo – Alexandria – Cairo
After our breakfast we will be transported by coach to Alexandria. Alexandria, the second largest city in Egypt, stretches 20 km along the coast. It was founded in 332 BC by Alexander the Great and came to rival Rome before declining in the 4th century AD. In the 19th century, Pasha Muhammad Ali gave new life to the port, connecting it to the Nile. Its wealth attracted thousands of Europeans who cultivated a decadent atmosphere as described by Constantine Cavafy. This era ended in the 1950s when foreigners left after Nasser's revolution. Our first stop, in the Karmous district, the Pompey’s Pillar (column). The granite column of Aswan, 27 meters high, was erected in 297 AD in honor of the Roman emperor Diocletian. On its base there is the Greek inscription «to the fairest of emperors, the divine protector of Alexandria, Diocletian the invincible, Postumus, prefect of Egypt». The name of the monument possibly comes from the travelers of the Middle Ages who thought that the Roman general Pompey, who was murdered in Egypt in 48 BC, was buried here. To the south of Pompey's Pillar, are the Catacombs of Alexandria (Kom El Shoqafa). They date from the 2nd century AD. and is the largest Greco-Roman necropolis in Egypt. The tombs are carved into the rock at a depth of about 35 meters and are found on three levels. Next we will cross the imposing waterfront promenade (corniche) to end up at Qaitbay Citadel. The citadel was built in the 1480s by Sultan Qaitbey (1468 – 1496) on the site of the Lighthouse, with stones from the demolished building. Next we will visit the library of Alexandria, which was founded in the 3rd century and was the largest library in the ancient world, where wise men of all nationalities flocked. Then we will visit the Roman amphitheater of Kom el-Dikka. In 1965 when a Napoleonic fortress was demolished to build housing in the Kom el-Dikka area, a semi-circular Roman amphitheater was discovered. The 13 rows of marble seats discovered by the archaeologists date back to the 2nd century AD. Return to Cairo, overnight at our hotel.
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3rd Day
Cairo – Archaeological Museum – Giza Pyramids – Sphinx – Khan El-Khalili Bazaar – Luxor
After breakfast we start our tour from the archaeological Museum with the Pharaonic masterpieces of untold value. Today all the greatness of an ancient civilization is presented before us. We continue with the Pyramids of Giza, one of the seven wonders of the world, and the huge and enigmatic Sphinx and finally we will visit the perfume and papyri workshop. Next we meal in a traditional luxury restaurant and immediately after we will visit the picturesque oriental bazaar of Khan El-Khalili. Here we will be able to buy fabrics, leathers, goods, silver, gold and other items. After the end of the tour, transfer to the airport and flight to Luxor. Arrival in Luxor, check-in at the hotel, overnight stay.
4
4th Day
Luxor – Nile Cruise
After our breakfast we start the guided tour of Luxor which brings to mind the greatness of Ancient Egypt. Visit to the east bank with the famous temples of Luxor, built by Pharaohs Amenhotep III and Ramses II and dedicated to the god Amon Ra. Then passing the avenue with the statues of the Sings we will arrive at Karnak to admire the temples of Ammon, Mut and Khonsu. Next we will pass to the west bank, to ancient Thebes, the city of the dead. In the Valley of the Kings there are more than 60 tombs, the main ones being those of Tutankhamun, Seti I, Ramses II, and Nefertiti. We continue with a visit to the three-story temple of Hatshepsut, the only female pharaoh, and the colossus of Memnon, the two huge sitting statues. Overnight on the cruise ship.
5
5th Day
Nile Cruise – Edfu – Nile Cruise
Our ship sails in the calm waters of the «God of the Nile». Passing by the key of the Nile, the dam of Esna, the point where the level of the river changes, we will reach Edfu. The temple of the god Horus, temple of the sun hawk, protector of the Pharaohs, which we will visit, is probably the best preserved in Egypt. Overnight on the cruise ship.
6
6th Day
Nile Cruise
As today our cruise ship heads for Nubia, the sandy shores with their calm monotony are succeeded by the cascading green levels of the cultivated land. The temple of Kom Ombo, the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus, will give us their own unique images. We continue our journey to Aswan. Overnight on the cruise ship.
7
7th Day
Abu Simbel – Aswan
Very early in the morning we depart by coach for the guided tour to the temple of Abu Simbel. Since 1968 the two speys of Ramses II and Nefertari have been cut into pieces, strengthened, dismantled and reconstructed on top of a mountain in the Libyan Range, at a point just above the Nile. On the south speys of the temple of Ramses II, you can admire the four colossus of the powerful pharaoh looking east. The king of Egypt smiling on his throne wears the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, while at his feet stand his subjects, much smaller princes and princesses, the queen mother and the royal wife Nefertari. In the temple of Nefertari, the same pattern of the colossus of Ramses II is repeated, only here the colossus have been replaced by statues of the great royal wife Nefertari in the attire of Hathor-Sothis and their children. Afterwards, we will visit the islet of Philae to see the famous temple of Isis. The huge dam that regulates the flow of the Nile and the scenic felucca rides along the botanical garden overlooking the Mausoleum of the Aga Khan complete our impressions. Overnight on the cruise ship.
8
8th Day
Aswan – Cairo – Athens
Early morning wake up and transfer to the airport to catch the flight back to Athens via Cairo.
Tour Location
Cairo & Alexandria
One of the most famous destinations in the world. The famous historical wealth, the mythical treasures, the natural beauty of the country but also the special culture of the Egyptians attract millions of visitors each year. Cairo, one of the largest cities in the world, with the great Egyptian Museum, the countless mosques, the famous bazaar of Khan el-Khalili and the nearby Giza Pyramids, and the historic city of Alexandria with the famous lighthouse, are the two major destinations in the country. Life experience is undoubtedly a cruise on the Nile, with its main stations Luxor-Karnak, Valley of Kings-Valley of Queens, Edfu-Esna-Kom Ombo, Aswan-Abu, Sibel-Botanical Garden. The areas that have been developed on the shores of the Red Sea offer perhaps the best diving centers in the world. Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh are among the most popular resorts in the Red Sea and have the largest tourist development. The best time to visit Egypt is the spring, so the temperatures are softer and the waters are ideal for diving, water sports and swimming.
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Price list
8 days (with 4* and 5* hotels)
Departures: 20 December 2024|
8 days:
20 December 2024
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Double | Single | Child 2 until 12 years old* |
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Cairo
BARCELO CAIRO PYRAMIDS 4*
(or similar)
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1.620 € | 2.010 € | 1.470 € |
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CRUISE SHIP
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Luxor SONESTA ST. GEORGE HOTEL 5* (or similar) |
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| *Child’s price is based on one child΄s stay (up to 11,99 yrs), in the same room with two (2) adults in an extra bed. | |||
8 days (with 5* hotels)
Departures: 20 December 2024|
8 days:
20 December 2024
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Double | Single | Child 2 until 12 years old* |
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Cairo
CAIRO MARRIOTT HOTEL & CASINO 5*
(or similar)
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1.690 € | 2.110 € | 1.540 € |
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CRUISE SHIP
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Luxor
SONESTA ST. GEORGE HOTEL 5*
(or similar)
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| *Child’s price is based on one child΄s stay (up to 11,99 yrs), in the same room with two (2) adults in an extra bed. | |||
10 days (with 4* and 5* hotels)
Departures: 21 December 2024|
10 days:
21 December 2024
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Double | Single | Child 2 until 12 years old* |
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Cairo BARCELO CAIRO PYRAMIDS 4* (or similar) |
2.180 € | 2.800 € | 2.030 € |
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CRUISE SHIP |
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Luxor SONESTA ST. GEORGE HOTEL 5* (or similar) |
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| *Child’s price is based on one child΄s stay (up to 11,99 yrs), in the same room with two (2) adults in an extra bed. | |||
10 days (with 5* hotels)
Departures: 21 December 2024|
10 days:
21 December 2024
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Double | Single | Child 2 until 12 years old* |
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Cairo CAIRO MARRIOTT HOTEL & CASINO 5* (or similar) |
2.280 € | 3.010 € | 2.130 € |
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CRUISE SHIP |
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Luxor SONESTA ST. GEORGE HOTEL 5* (or similar) |
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| *Child’s price is based on one child΄s stay (up to 11,99 yrs), in the same room with two (2) adults in an extra bed. | |||
5 days
Departures: 22 December 2024|
5 days:
22 December 2024
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Double | Single | Child 2 until 12 years old* |
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BARCELO CAIRO PYRAMIDS 4*
(or similar)
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880 € | 1.160 € | 730 € |
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CAIRO MARRIOTT HOTEL & CASINO 5*
(or similar)
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980 € | 1.290 € | 830 € |
| *Child’s price is based on one child΄s stay (up to 11,99 yrs), in the same room with two (2) adults in an extra bed. | |||
5 days
Departures: 28 December 2024|
5 days:
28 December 2024
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Double | Single | Child 2 until 12 years old* |
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BARCELO CAIRO PYRAMIDS 4* (or similar) |
1.250 € | 1.570 € | 1.100 € |
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CAIRO MARRIOTT HOTEL & CASINO 5* (or similar) |
1.150 € | 1.700 € | 1.000 € |
| *Child’s price is based on one child΄s stay (up to 11,99 yrs), in the same room with two (2) adults in an extra bed. | |||
5 days
Departures: 02 January 2025|
5 days:
02 January 2025
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Double | Single | Child 2 until 12 years old* |
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BARCELO CAIRO PYRAMIDS 4* (or similar) |
1.170 € | 1.490 € | 1.020 € |
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CAIRO MARRIOTT HOTEL & CASINO 5* (or similar) |
1.070 € | 1.620 € | 920 € |
| *Child’s price is based on one child΄s stay (up to 11,99 yrs), in the same room with two (2) adults in an extra bed. | |||
Flights with Egypt Air (20/12/2024):
- Athens – Cairo: 13:15 (departure) – 15:10 (arrival).
- Cairo – Luxor: 22:00 (departure) – 23:05 (arrival).
- Aswan – Cairo: 09:10 (departure) – 10:35 (arrival).
- Cairo – Athens: 16:35 (departure) – 18:40 (arrival).
Flights with Egypt Air (21/12/2024):
- Athens – Cairo: 13:15 (departure) – 15:10 (arrival).
- Cairo – Luxor: 18:00 (departure) – 19:05 (arrival).
- Aswan – Cairo: 20:05 (departure) – 22:20 (arrival).
- Cairo – Athens: 16:35 (departure) – 18:40 (arrival).
Flights with Egypt Air (22, 28/12/2024 & 02/01/2025):
- Athens – Cairo: 13:15 (departure) – 15:10 (arrival).
- Cairo – Athens: 16:35 (departure) – 18:40 (arrival).
Included
- Airplane tickets ATHENS – CAIRO – LUXOR and ASWAN – CAIRO – ATHENS with Egypt Air (20, 21/12/2024).
- Airplane tickets ATHENS – CAIRO – ATHENS with Aegean Airlines or with Egypt Air (22, 28/12/2024 & 02/01/2025).
- Οvernights in Cairo at a selected 4* or 5* hotel with breakfast.
- Overnight in Luxor in 5* hotel with breakfast (for the 8 & 10 days departures).
- Overnights on a cruise ship with full board and external cabins (for the 8 & 10 days departures).
- Excursion by coach to Abu Simbel (only on the 8 & 10 days departures).
- Excursion to Cairo at the Saladin Acropolis, the Museum of Culture and the Church of Saint George (only on the 5 & 10 days departures).
- All guided tours during the cruise, according to the program (you visit 3 tombs of the ancient kingdom except Tutankhamun's tomb).
- Meals during the guided tours of Cairo – Alexandria in luxury restaurants.
- Entrances to museums and archaeological sites (entrance to the inside of the pyramids is not included, the ticket is issued on the spot for those who wish).
- Local professional Greek speaking tour guides. On the cruise, in case of less than 6 people, guided tours are conducted in English.
- Airport taxes.
- Egypt Visa.
- Liability insurance.
- Transportation / Movements.
- VAT.
Not included
- Tips 5 $ daily. Mandatory and paid on the spot to your escort.
- Drinks / Refreshments during meals.
- Everything not listed in the program.
Notes
- The 10-day program includes an additional free day as well as an additional day with an excursion to Cairo to the Saladin Acropolis, the Museum of Culture and the Church of Saint George.
- The 5-day program does not include the cruise and the 7th day of the above program. But it includes in Cairo the excursion to the Saladin Acropolis, the Museum of Culture and the church of Saint George.
- The program is indicative. The final trip program will be given to you three days before your departure.
- The order of the program is not binding. The guided tours can be carried out in a different order when the conditions require it without any omission of the above visits.
- To travel you must have a new type passport & valid for at least 6 months from the date of your trip.
- A visa is required for travel to Egypt. For this reason, please send us a photocopy of your passport at least 15 days before your departure. In addition, your passport should have a blank page.
- The above prices are calculated at the current Euro / Dollar exchange rate and in case of exchange rate change there will be a relative charge.
- The prices are calculated based on the participation of a group of 15 people. In case of fewer entries the final price will vary.