19 Feb
Egypt Jewels & Abu Simbel Sun Festival
Accommodation Plan 5 stars: Le Meridien Pyramids Hotel- Dahabiya Rois- Seti, Nefertari Abu Simbel.
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PP |
All year round |
Christmas & Easter |
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DBL or TRIPLE Room |
1450 $ |
NA $ |
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Solo traveller |
2175 $ |
NA $ |
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Upon your arrival at Cairo airport, you will be greeted by our representative who will be holding a sign with the name egywonders tours. Afterward, you will be taken to your hotel in an air-conditioned car. You will spend the night in Cairo.
Start your second day of Egypt Jewels and Abu Simbel Sun Festival in Cairo with breakfast at your hotel, followed by meeting your dedicated guide. They will then take you to Giza Plateau, where you will have the opportunity to experience one of the seven marvels of ancient times: the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus. Additionally, you will also get to see the renowned Sphinx and the Valley temple, which sits in front of the impressive statue.
(Optional) Choose to have lunch at a well-regarded nearby establishment. Following that, proceed to the Egyptian Museum to visit the Treasures room, which showcases artifacts belonging to the young ruler Tutankhamen.
You will proceed to Coptic Cairo and visit the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. After that, you will drive to Islamic Cairo, where you can explore Khan El Khalili – the old bazaar of Cairo. Finally, you will return to your hotel in Cairo and spend the night there.
After having breakfast, you will leave your hotel in Cairo and be transported to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Once you arrive, you will be taken to your hotel in Aswan to check in. At 23:00, you will check out from your hotel and our representative will pick you up to experience the remarkable Abu Simbel Solar Phenomenon. This rare event occurs twice a year, specifically on October 22 and February 22.
Experience the Sun Festival in Abu Simbel, where the sun’s rays precisely align to illuminate the most sacred room known as the Holiest of the Holy. Inside this small chamber are four statues: Ptah, Amun-Ra, Ramesses, and Ra-Horakhty.
The final three statues are illuminated by the sun, while the statue of Ptah, the deity associated with darkness, remains in the shade.
After exploring the Temple, you will have the opportunity to watch traditional Nubian and Egyptian folk performances. Afterwards, you will be transported back to Aswan from Abu Simbel. Once there, you can board the luxurious 5-star Dahabiya Rois Cruise and later visit the Philae Temple. You will spend the night on board the Dahabiya in Aswan.
In the morning, we will set sail towards Kom Ombo to explore the ancient temple dedicated to two Egyptian gods – Sobek, who has the form of a crocodile, and Horus, depicted as a falcon with a human head, representing the morning sun. Afterward, we will continue our journey by boat to reach the Edfu Temples, where we will enjoy our lunch and afternoon tea on board. This overnight stay of Egypt Jewels and Abu Simbel Sun Festival stay will be at Edfu.
During the morning, you will have the opportunity to explore the remarkably well-preserved Temple of Edfu. Afterward, your Nile Dahabiya boat will proceed to Esna, passing through a lock. The Dahabiya will then anchor next to a lush Nile Island.
In the morning, you will embark on a boat trip to Luxor where you will have the opportunity to explore the impressive temple complex of Amon-Ra at Karnak. This complex boasts a grand hypostyle hall with an astounding 137 columns. After that, you will visit the splendid Luxor Temple. You will spend the night docked in Luxor.
After finishing breakfast on the boat, you will be accompanied by your tour guide to explore the West Bank. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit the impressive burial grounds of the Pharaohs known as the Valley of the Kings, which gained fame when Howard Carter uncovered Tutankhamen’s tomb in 1922. Additionally, you will also have the chance to see the Colossi of Memnon.
Afterwards, you will be transported to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon reaching Cairo Airport, a representative will meet you and provide assistance before accompanying you to your hotel. You will stay overnight in Cairo.
On the last day of Egypt Jewels and Abu Simbel Sun Festival, You will have breakfast at your hotel, and after that, you will be taken to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
The following services are included in the Egypt Jewels and Abu Simbel Sun Festival: a domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor back to Cairo.
Accommodation for 3 nights in a Cairo hotel with breakfast and taxes included
Accommodation for one night in an Aswan hotel with breakfast and taxes included
Accommodation for 4 nights on a luxurious Dahabiya boat with full board meals
transfers by deluxe air-conditioned vehicle, sightseeing tours on the Dahabiya boat with other tourists
visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
visits to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. visits to Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple.
a visit to the Aswan Temple of Philae in Aswan, and the inclusion of the Abu Simbel Sun Festival visit.
A tour guide will be provided.
Visa: If you request, we can issue your visa upon your arrival. We also offer services for international flights, personal items, and 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.
