17 Feb
The Nile and Abu Simbel Festival
Please be aware that the hotel rating system in Egypt differs from that in the USA or Europe. Therefore, it is always advisable to consider staying in luxury or ultimate luxury accommodations as a minimum requirement when visiting Egypt.
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PP |
All year round |
Christmas& Easter |
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DOUBLE or TRIPLE Room |
875 $ |
NA $ |
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Solo traveller |
1315 $ |
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Upon boarding the Dahabiya Rois, guests will be given a refreshing fruit juice to welcome them. Lunch will then be served on the boat. In the morning, there will be a visit to the Karnak temple, followed by afternoon tea. Next, there will be a visit to the Luxor temple. Guests will enjoy dinner and spend the night in Luxor. Meals provided include lunch and dinner.
Start your day with a delicious breakfast aboard the Dahabiya Rois. In the morning, explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatchepsut, the Temple of Habou, and the Colossi of Memnon. Afterward, we will sail to Esna while enjoying a tasty lunch on board. In the afternoon, indulge in a relaxing tea time and later delight in a delicious dinner on board. We will pass through the Esna Lock before spending the night at Esna. All meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, will be provided during the Nile and Abu Simbel Festival.
The day starts with a visit to El KAB for breakfast, followed by a sailing trip to Edfou, where lunch will be served. Then, we will explore the Edfou temple before enjoying afternoon tea. For dinner, we will dine on board the boat and spend the night near Edfu Island. The meals provided for the day of the Nile and Abu Simbel Festival include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Enjoy a delicious morning meal while aboard the Dahabiya Rois. Explore the wonders of Gabal El Silsila. Indulge in a satisfying lunch while sailing towards Kom Ombo. Discover the historic Kom Ombo temple. Savor an afternoon tea break. Dine on board with a delightful dinner. Spend the night on an island near Kom Ombo. Meals provided include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Enjoy breakfast and lunch while sailing to Aswan. Indulge in afternoon tea and have dinner on board. Take a visit to the temple of Philea in Aswan. Check-out is at 23:00 from the Dahabiya Rois. Our representative will then accompany you to witness the incredible Man-made Solar Phenomenon of Abu Simbel, which occurs twice a year on October 22 and February 22. Meals provided include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Experience the Sun Festival taking place in Abu Simbel, where the sun’s rays perfectly align to illuminate the most sacred chamber known as the Holiest of the Holy. Within this room, you will find four statues: Ptah, Amun-Ra, Ramesses, and Ra-Horakhty.
Ptah, the god associated with darkness, is the only statue that remains cast in shadow while the sun illuminates the rest of the three statues nearby.
At the Temple, there will be entertaining shows presented by Nubian and Egyptian cultural groups.
Next, return to Aswan from Abu Simbel, which takes approximately three and a half hours of driving. Breakfast will be provided.
You will stay aboard the Deluxe Rois Dahabiya for five nights and enjoy full-board meals.
All transportation will be provided by a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle.
You will have the opportunity to witness the Sun Festival at Abu Simbel and visit the Karnak Temples and Luxor Temple.
Additionally, you will explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
You will also have the chance to visit the Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple, as well as the Aswan Temple of Philae.
Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by a professional tour guide.
Visa: If you request it, we can issue your visa upon your arrival. Visa; We can provide you with your visa upon arrival at your request.
International Flights
Personal items.
Tipping.
Please be aware that the hotel rating system in Egypt differs from that in the USA or Europe. Therefore, we strongly suggest considering our Luxury or Ultimate Luxury hotel options as the minimum standard in Egypt. Some 5-star hotels in Egypt may have a lower standard compared to those in other regions, resembling more like 3- or 4-star hotels. We do not recommend staying at 3- or 4-star hotels, as we have received numerous complaints from our guests regarding their quality.
Avoid long lines and time-consuming processes upon arrival. Our representative will ensure your visa is ready in advance. Simply send us a copy of your passport.
Attention: If you possess a valid Schengen, USA, or UK Visa, we can offer you visa assistance upon your arrival. There is no need for you to apply at the embassy in advance.
We do not suggest it as a good option since the journey lasts for approximately 15 to 18 hours and the train is incredibly noisy. The toilets are in poor condition and emit unpleasant odors. The overall quality of the food is not satisfactory.
Enjoy a worry-free journey and ensure your safety by opting for the AIG Travel Guard Travel Insurance program. For a duration of one week, the cost is $25 per person, while for trips lasting longer than one week, the price increases to $50 per person.
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Exclusive deal: For an extra fee of only 50 dollars per individual, you have the opportunity to indulge in the top-notch features and services provided by Business Class. This includes ample leg space and comfortable seats, mouthwatering meals, and high-quality entertainment options.
Occasionally, changes may occur in the Cruise itineraries, schedule, and sailing times along the Nile due to weather and sailing conditions. However, we guarantee that our clients will still have the opportunity to experience everything listed on their itineraries, although the order may vary.
The programs provide an estimate of the average cost and duration of domestic flights.
Extra fees may be added to flight tickets during peak seasons and if booked last minute, as they can become quite expensive without any prior warning. Asking for certain times for flights or making changes to reservations that have already been made may cause the total cost of the package to be adjusted.
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Cruise schedule and Sailing times:
Occasionally, changes may occur in the Cruise itineraries, schedule, and sailing times along the Nile due to weather and sailing conditions. However, we guarantee that our clients will still have the opportunity to experience everything listed on their itineraries, although the order may vary.
Under 2 years free of charge.
During the period of 2 to 5 years, a quarter of the trip cost is paid.
Children between the ages of 6 and 11 will be charged half of the tour’s total cost.
12+: Pay the full round price per adult.
There are additional charges for certain archaeological sites on tours, such as exploring inside a pyramid to view burial chambers and visiting the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Entrance to the Tomb of Tutankhamun in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings also requires an extra fee.
Please be aware that the Alexandria Library is not open on public holidays. Additionally, in order to access the reading area, it is necessary to obtain an additional ticket.
You will require comfortable, flat shoes (ideally with a covering) when visiting the Pyramids and Valley of the Kings. Don’t forget to also pack flip flops or sandals to wear on the Nile felucca or Nile Cruiser.
