Pharaohs & Coast: An Egyptian History & Sea Adventure

9 days

Moderate

Discover Egypt's ancient wonders and relax on the Red Sea with this 9-day tour, blending guided cultural exploration with leisure and adventure by the coast.
Experience the best of Egypt, from ancient legends to underwater worlds. Stand in the shadow of the Sphinx and explore the artifacts of the Egyptian Museum. Then, fly to the shores of the Red Sea for days of adventure and relaxation. Dive into a paradise of colorful marine life, enjoy optional water sports, or simply lounge by the sea. This tour masterfully blends cultural discovery with the freedom of the coast.
What's included?

    4 nights in a four-star hotel in Hurghada (A/I) “Three Corners Sunny Beach Resort.”

    4 nights on a 1-star Nile Cruise (F/B) “M/S Nile Angel or similar.”

    A/C vehicle for the transfers between (Hurghada- Luxor and )(Aswan- Hurghada).

    Tours of Aswan and Luxor.

    All transfers and pick-ups.

    Egyptologist, English-speaking tour guide.

    Entrance fees for the sights

    Exclusions

      Flights (airfare), visas, and insurance

      Extra meals, snacks, and drinks

      Tips and any tour specifics not stated in this itinerary.

      Please note
      • Wheelchair accessible
      • Accessible for those with limited mobility
      • Accessible for those with limited eye sight

      t is important when considering and preparing to travel anywhere in the world that you have a good understanding of the country you are visiting, its laws and customs, and the possible risks and situations that may occur. This includes specific risks related to your itinerary (eg. does it involve water & you can swim, are you fit enough for the activities included), as well as more general risks such as terrorism and natural disasters.

      General details, visa requirements, money, and travel insurance are given in these tour notes. We recommend that you re-read all these before your departure as well as the small print of your travel insurance policy so you know exactly what is covered and what is not.

      You should take copies of your important travel documents with you and ideally also store them online securely as a backup.

      Make sure that you have given us your emergency contact details and told that person where and when you are travelling. Ensure you take enough money with you and that you have access to emergency funds.

      What to bring

        Luggage:

        Suitcases, rucksacks or fabric hold alls are all fine to bring with you to Egypt. You should also bring a small daypack/bag to take out during the day. Your main luggage will normally be left in the hotel during your sightseeing trips – you will not need to carry it far, and there are nearly always hotel porters to assist.

        Luggage limits:

        There is no luggage limit for this tour. However, most airlines restrict you to between 20kg and 25kg for your hold luggage and between 5kg and 10kg for hand luggage. Please check with your airline before travelling to the airport.

        Clothing:

        Most of your time in Egypt will be in a hot climate. However, at night, and especially in the deserts, the temperatures can drop quite dramatically. So, you must pack for cool conditions. Formal dress (eg. suits & ties) is not required at the hotel restaurants. Long sleeves are recommended to protect from mosquitoes if you are on the felucca. Modesty rates highly in Egypt, especially for women, so to respect the local culture &

        people, please ensure all clothes are loose fitting and not revealing. Shorts (not hot-pants) are OK in tourist sites, as are T-shirts, but these should not show too much bare flesh (we suggest that your shoulders should remain covered). In the centre of Cairo, if you are visiting any mosques, legs and arms should be covered.

        Other items:

        If you will be travelling on a felucca then we recommend bringing a light sleeping sheet or sleeping bag liner all year round for comfort, and a light sleeping bag in the winter months (November to February). We also recommend you bring a sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, a basic first aid kit, toiletries, small towel, money belt, small torch, camera & charger.