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Private Holiday
6 Days ex Cairo
6 Days ex Cairo
Departs Daily
Experience the antiquity of ancient Egypt with this insightful package which takes in many of the best sites and monuments in the land of the Pharaohs. With two included domestic flights this tour shows you the best of Egypt in a way which ensures you make the most of your time in this amazing destination.
Highlights:
- A warm welcome with a personal meet and assist inside immigration, together with your Egyptian visa on arrival, followed by express immigration assistance
- Experience the grandeur of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and other wondrous sites
- Discover the new and old capitals of Egypt – Cairo & Luxor (Thebes)
- Gaze in wonder at the intricate workmanship of age-old treasures
- Explore the Tombs of the Pharaohs on Luxor's West Bank
- 24/7 service and full backup from our local Egypt representative
- Itinerary
- Accommodation
- Important Information
Day 1: Cairo
Welcome to Egypt. On arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be welcomed by our local Airport representative PRIOR to immigration who will assist you with your included Egyptian Visa. Your special fast track immigration service ensures priority access. After immigration clearance, you will be assisted with your luggage collection and customs control by our local team, then transferred by private vehicle to your hotel in the Pyramids area. You will be assisted with your hotel check-in then have the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight Cairo.
Optional Excursion (surcharge applies): Enhance your first day in Egypt with the optional Sound and Light Show at the pyramids.
Day 2: Cairo (B)
A day to remember! Meet your private Egyptologist guide and embark on a full day sightseeing tour of the Pyramids and Greater Egyptian Museum (GEM). Begin your day with a visit to the impressive site of the Pyramids. Construction began in 2690 BC, the Pyramids of Mycerinus, Chefren and the Great Pyramid of Cheops are the only survivors of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Face the mystical Sphinx, reputedly used as target practice by Napoleon’s troops. This afternoon visit the nearby GEM, dedicated to the boy king Tutankhamun. The museum is currently in a “soft opening” phase, and you will have an opportunity to see the grand statue of Ramses II, relocated from Tahrir Square dominating the foyer, plus many other ancient Egyptian wonders.
Option: For those interested in visiting Memphis and Sakkara, this option can be included in place of the visit to the GEM.
Optional Tour (supplement applies): Top off an unforgettable day with an incredible evening attending the Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids
Day 3: Cairo – Luxor (B)
This morning you will be transferred by private vehicle to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. On arrival at Luxor Airport you will be transferred by private vehicle to your Luxor hotel where accommodation has been reserved for two nights.
This afternoon visit the Mummification Museum in Luxor where you will learn the ancient rites and rituals of eternal life. Having begun by burying dead in shallow sand graves which naturally mummified remains, the process of preserving bodies for use in the afterlife grew in complexity as Egypt grew in importance and wealth. It was not only the use of their bodies that ancient Egyptians required in the afterlife, however. Mummies’ sarcophagi were sometimes also surrounded by hundreds of tiny dolls called ushabti. These dolls, representatives of officials’ or pharaoh’s servants, were made to answer for the dead and serve them in the afterlife.
Day 4: Luxor (B)
Embark on a journey across the Nile to the illustrious Valley of the Kings, where numerous magnificent tombs lie waiting to be explored, among them the resting places of Ramses II and Tutankhamun. Continue to visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, named after the Ethiopian king slain by Achilles during the battle of Troy.
Innovative Bonus: Entry into tombs of Tutankhamun and Ramses VI
Afterwards, head out to explore one of the world’s most remarkable open-air museums – Thebes. Visit the magnificent Luxor Temple then follow the Avenue of the Sphinx to the Temple complex of Karnak. This gigantic site was added to by approximately 30 different Pharaohs over time, which goes some way to explaining its immense size and majestic grandeur.
Day 5: Luxor – Cairo (B)
This morning you will be transferred by private vehicle to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the downtown Cairo area.
This afternoon meet your private Egyptologist-guide and walk through Old Cairo with your guide. Start at Bab al-Futuh and stroll through al-Moez Street visiting and viewing the magnificent Islamic architectural heritage including mausoleums, mosques, Sabils (fountains), and medieval houses dating back to the Fatimid and Mamluk periods. If you wish, take a moment to reenergize with a refreshing beverage at Fishawy Café, an optional stop amidst the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaars.
Day 6: Cairo (B)
This morning you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your onward flight.
TOUR INCLUSIONS:
- VIP meet and assistance prior to immigration at Cairo Airport
- Egyptian visa for US, Canadian, New Zealand, Australian and UK passport holders
Airport departure assistance - 24/7 service and full local backup from our seven regional offices throughout Egypt
- 5 nights’ accommodation in hotels specified with private facilities
- Daily breakfasts at hotels
- Private transfers in air-conditioned transportation
- Economy Class domestic flights Cairo/Luxor/Cairo
- Private sightseeing in Cairo and Luxor with English-speaking Egyptologist guide (Note: no guide for visit to Mummification Museum in Luxor – entrance only)
- Bonus entry into the tombs of Tutankhamun and Ramses VI
- Entrance fees
- Egypt Travel Notes - issued by Innovative Travel
TOUR EXCLUSIONS:
- International airfares
- Optional tours and excursions
- Porterage
- Tipping/Gratuities (please refer to tour notes for a recommended guideline)
- Personal Expenses
- Departure taxes
- Hotel charges for minibar or any extra charges
- Visas (unless specified)
- Any other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions above
Accommodation based on the following (or similar):
Cairo Pyramids Area
First Class: Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel - City View Room
Deluxe Class: Hyatt Regency Cairo West - Pyramids View Room
Super Deluxe Class: Marriott Mena House - Pyramids View Room
Luxor
First Class: Sonesta St. George Hotel - Side Nile View Room
Deluxe Class: Hilton Luxor - Standard Garden View Room
Super Deluxe Class: Hilton Luxor - Deluxe Nile View Room
Cairo City
First Class: Steigenberger Tahir - City View Room
Deluxe Class: Cairo Sheraton Hotel - City View Room
Super Deluxe Class: Sofitel Gezirah - Partial Nile View Room
Sightseeing (non-cruise)
All sightseeing unless specified is on a private basis with a driver and guide. Sightseeing generally takes place in the cooler periods of the day i.e. early morning or late afternoon therefore on occasion some early starts may be necessary to avoid the heat
Valley of the Kings
Not all the tombs within the Valley are currently open to the public. Many are closed periodically for resting and renovation (Entrance fees to three tombs is included in tour packages) plus an upgraded VIP ticket to include entrance fees to Tutankhamen’s and Seti 1 tomb.
Ramadan
During the Holy Month of Ramadan Muslims fast, abstaining from eating, drinking & smoking during daylight hours (approx. 7am-6.30pm). As a sign of respect, tourists should also try to refrain eating in public during the fasting hours. Restaurants and Cafes in Hotels and Cruise boats will be open, however limited alcohol may be available over this time. In 2025, Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Friday 28th February. After 30 days, or on sighting the full moon, Eid Al Fitr is celebrated & most public and private institutions close for at least three days.
Domestic Flights in Egypt
Flight times will be reconfirmed by the local operator upon arrival in Egypt.
Note: Flights from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor generally involve early morning starts due to flight schedules in the summer season. For flights to Abu Simbel certain flights are allocated to clients travelling for day trips from Cairo and overnight programmes. These flights are set by Egypt air and are outside of the operator’s control.
Dress Code
Modest dress is required for entrance to holy sites. Women – long skirt or long pants with shoulders and arms covered with a full cover head scarf to enter holy sites.
Hotels
Hotels in regional areas (i.e. Abu Simbel / Siwa / St Catherine) can be of a lower standard than the properties in the main tourist centres, with more basic/less developed infrastructure due to location and surrounding conditions. The options chosen are the best available.
Trip prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however all offers are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking. All featured tour itineraries and offers may be subject to change due to seasonal variations without notice, or due to local conditions or other conditions. Please confirm all details at time of booking. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Innovative Travel bookings. All passports must be valid for 6 months prior to your return to your home country. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Special VIP meet and assist offers are available in some destinations for New Zealand passport holders, for other nationalities please check at the time of booking. For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Booking Conditions page.
