Egypt Closer To You (Charter Operation from Madrid) from 1.528 €

Description

This program is an exclusive program offering weekly charter flights every Saturday from Madrid, designed to explore the wonders of Egypt with the comfort and efficiency of a direct journey. This once-in-a-lifetime experience takes travelers through Luxor, Aswan, and Cairo, with visits to iconic sites such as the Temples of Abu Simbel and the Pyramids of Giza. Luxurious accommodations on Nile cruise ships and select hotels, coupled with meticulously planned excursions, ensure a deeply cultural and memorable experience.

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7Nights

6Destinations

2Planned accommodations

4Transports

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Trip summary

2 Adults

Nights 7

This idea includes

Destinations 6

Transports 4

Accommodations 2

Egypt Closer To You

Day 01 – Luxor

Arrival at Luxor International Airport. Meet and assist upon arrival, followed by transfer to the Nile cruise. Light dinner served in the cabins and overnight on board in Luxor.

Day 02 – Luxor / Esna / Edfu

Full board on board. Morning visit to the Theban Necropolis, including the Valley of the Kings, the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Continue with a visit to the magnificent Karnak and Luxor Temples. Return to the cruise and begin sailing towards Esna. After crossing the Esna Lock, continue sailing to Edfu. Overnight on board.

Day 03 – Edfu / Kom Ombo / Aswan

Full board on board. Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo to visit the unique double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris. Sail onwards to Aswan. Overnight on board.

Day 04 – Aswan

Full board on board. Optional excursion to the magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel. In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional felucca ride on the Nile. Overnight on board in Aswan.

Day 05 – Aswan / Cairo

Breakfast and disembarkation. Visit the beautiful Temple of Philae followed by a traditional felucca ride on the Nile. Lunch on board. Transfer to Aswan Airport for the domestic flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and overnight.

Day 06 – Cairo

Breakfast. Included excursion to the Giza Plateau to visit the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple of Khafre. Guests may optionally extend the experience with lunch and a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world's largest museum dedicated to Ancient Egyptian civilization. Explore its most iconic galleries, including the extraordinary Tutankhamun Galleries, showcasing the young pharaoh's priceless treasures, and the fascinating Solar Boats Museum, where visitors can discover the symbolism and remarkable engineering behind these ancient ceremonial vessels. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 07 – Cairo

Breakfast. Optional full-day excursion to Saqqara, home to the world's first stone monument, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Continue to the Citadel of Saladin and the impressive Alabaster Mosque, followed by a visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), renowned for hosting the spectacular Golden Parade of the Royal Mummies. Lunch included. End the day with a stroll through the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 08 – Cairo / Madrid

Breakfast. Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your return flight to Madrid.

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Guide languages

Spanish

Meeting point

Luxor Airport

Itinerary

Day 1: Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel, Aswan, Cairo

Day 2: Cairo

Day 3: Cairo

Day 4: Cairo

Day 5: Cairo

Day 6: Cairo

Day 7: Cairo

Day 8: Cairo

Included

All flights included: Madrid-Luxor, Aswan-Cairo, and Cairo-Madrid.
Assistance and Transfers: Assistance service and all transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
Accommodation in Cairo: 3 nights in Cairo hotels on a bed and breakfast basis.
Nile Cruise: 4 nights aboard a luxury Nile cruise on a full board basis, starting with dinner on the first day and ending with lunch on the last day.
Included Visits:
Half-day visit to the Giza Plateau, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple in Cairo, as per itinerary.
During the Cruise:
Aswan: Felucca ride and visit to the Temple of Philae.
Kom Ombo: Visit to the Temple of Sobek.
Edfu: Visit to the Temple of Horus.
Luxor: Visits to the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, Medinet Habu, the Valley of the Kings, and the Colossus of Memnon.

Excluded

There is a mandatory fee of 105 euros (115$) per person payable upon arrival, which covers the Egyptian entry visa and gratuities for the entire trip.
Meals in Cairo: Meals and dinners in Cairo are not included, except as specified.
Additional Visits: Visits to Sakkara, GEM and Cairo City Tour are not included.
Excursion to Abu Simbel: Available by bus with an additional charge.
Beverages: Drinks during included meals are not covered.
Entrance to the Great Pyramid of Khufu: Not included in the package.
Additional Services: Any service not explicitly mentioned as included.