Step into the world of ancient queens and timeless wonders on Cleopatra’s Egypt, a journey that brings Egypt’s most iconic treasures to life. Begin in historic Alexandria, the legendary Mediterranean city founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC. Continue to Giza, where you will stand before the mighty Great Pyramids and gaze at the enigmatic Sphinx, guardians of Egypt’s ancient past.
Sail the Nile in style on a three-night cruise, watching the landscapes of Egypt drift by as you relax on the sundeck. In Luxor, walk deep into the richly decorated royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs prepared for eternity. Conclude your adventure in beautiful Aswan, unwinding on the banks of the Nile surrounded by golden dunes and gentle river breezes.
This is Egypt at its most magical, history, culture and breathtaking scenery woven into one unforgettable journey.
Cairo
8 Days/ 7 Nights
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners
Airport pickup and transfers
Air-conditioned Bus
English Speaking Local Guide
On day one, arrive at the incredible Cairo airport, where our representative will warmly greet you and assist with the arrival formalities. You’ll then be transferred to your hotel, where you’ll meet your guide for a detailed briefing on the tour itinerary. Enjoy a restful overnight stay at your hotel in Cairo.
As the sun rises, our journey begins. After breakfast you will meet your tour guide and driver, then journey to the historic city of Alexandria, also known as the Pearl of the Mediterranean Sea. Upon arrival, we will begin with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, a well-preserved and fascinating mix of different ages with Pharaonic and Roman dedications to the dead.
Interestingly, in 1900, these sets of rock-cut burial chambers and tombs were found purely by an accident with a donkey falling through a hole in the ground. Afterwards, we move on to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a new modern, and stunning building combining a library with a magnificent collection of archaeological finds from ancient Alexandria in a museum setting.
Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant in the city. Energized, make your way to the last stop, Fort Qaitbey. one of Alexandria’s top attractions for its historic value and important position – see sphinxes, columns, capitals, and statues dating from the Pharaonic, Greek and Roman eras.
After exploring the city with your guide, return to your accommodation in Cairo.
Overnight at your hotel in Cairo
Today your adventure unfolds at the majestic Giza Plateau, home to the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids and the enigmatic Sphinx. Stand before these colossal masterpieces, marvel at their sheer scale, and feel the weight of thousands of years of history echoing across the desert sands.
Our journey continues at the Egyptian Museum, where countless artefacts illuminate the story of ancient Egypt. Here you will encounter the breathtaking treasures of King Tutankhamun’s tomb, a dazzling collection that brings the golden age of the pharaohs vividly to life.
As evening settles over Cairo, we make our way to the station to board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan. Settle into your cabin and drift off as the rhythmic hum of the railway carries you south toward the heart of Nubia.
A day brimming with history, discovery and timeless wonder.
This morning you arrive in beautiful Aswan, where our representative will greet you and transfer you to your Nile Cruise, your home for the next few nights as you sail through the heart of ancient Egypt.
Your day begins with a visit to the enchanting Philae Temple, one of Egypt’s most romantic and atmospheric sites. Set on a small island surrounded by shimmering waters, the temple is reached by a gentle motorboat ride, offering a stunning approach as its elegant columns and sacred courtyards rise into view.
Wander through this serene sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis, admire its intricate carvings, and soak in the peaceful beauty that has made Philae a favourite of travellers for centuries.
Return to your cruise for an evening on the Nile, relaxing onboard as the river drifts quietly past. Overnight onboard your Nile Cruise.
Today you sail down the legendary Nile in true style, relaxing on the sun deck as the river glides gently beneath you. Watch scenes of rural life unfold along the banks, farmers tending their fields, palm groves swaying in the breeze, and timeless villages that seem untouched by the centuries. The ever-changing landscape of the Nile offers some of the most unforgettable views in Egypt.
Your first visit of the day is the remarkable Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely designed with perfectly symmetrical twin entrances dedicated to two gods. Perched dramatically beside the river, it is one of the most striking temples along the Nile, with beautiful reliefs and an atmosphere that transports you straight into the world of ancient Egypt.
You continue your journey northward towards Luxor, often called the world’s greatest open-air museum. As you approach this extraordinary city, prepare to encounter some of the most magnificent temples, tombs and monuments ever created, the surviving wonders of ancient Thebes.
Settle back into the comfort of your 5-star Nile Cruise for another peaceful night on the river.
Optional extra: Experience a once-in-a-lifetime visit to Abu Simbel, the monumental Sun Temple of Ramses the Great, carved into the cliffs at Egypt’s southern frontier. This site is one of the most awe-inspiring masterpieces of the ancient world.
After breakfast, your cruise glides into Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes, where an extraordinary day of discovery awaits. We begin on the East Bank of the Nile, the realm of sunrise, life and celebration in ancient Egyptian belief.
Your first stop is the magnificent Karnak Temple, a vast complex of sanctuaries, halls and towering columns that served as one of the most powerful religious centres in Pharaonic Egypt. Walk through the awe-inspiring Hypostyle Hall, marvel at the forest of colossal pillars and feel the immense scale of a site that took over 2,000 years to complete.
We then continue to the graceful Luxor Temple, beautifully preserved and rich in symbolic detail. Here, the iconic Avenue of Sphinxes stretches out before you, once linking Luxor to Karnak in a grand ceremonial procession. Wander through its courtyards and statues, soaking in the atmosphere of a temple dedicated to kingship, celebration and divine power.
A day filled with history, artistry and the magic of Luxor’s East Bank.
After breakfast, we cross to the West Bank of Luxor, the ancient realm of the setting sun and the gateway to Egypt’s royal afterlife. Our journey begins in the legendary Valley of the Kings, the world’s most extraordinary archaeological treasure house. Here, deep within the cliffs, pharaohs prepared for eternity. You will enter several of the richly decorated tombs, their walls alive with vibrant colours and sacred scenes that have survived for millennia.
We then continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri, an architectural masterpiece carved into towering limestone cliffs. This incredible structure was built for Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh, and its sweeping terraces and dramatic setting make it one of the most breathtaking sights in the entire country.
Our final stop is the imposing Colossi of Memnon, two giant statues that once guarded the entrance to the mortuary temple of Amenophis III. Standing nearly 18 metres tall, these silent sentinels have watched over the Theban landscape for more than 3,000 years.
As the afternoon draws to a close, we make our way to the station to board the overnight sleeper train back to Cairo, a relaxing journey that carries you along the Nile as the desert night unfolds outside your window.
Arrive at Giza or Cairo train station in the morning (the train usually arrives between 7 -9 A:M). You will then be picked up from the train station and transferred to Cairo airport.
(We can change your drop off point to anywhere in central Cairo/Heliopolis/Giza if you prefer, to suit your onward travel arrangements.)
Post tour accommodation can be added to the booking at the checkout
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It 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.
Cleopatra’s Egypt starts and finishes in Cairo, Egypt.
The hotels used on this tour are rated at the 3- and 4-star level in Egypt. Local star ratings may vary from international standards but we ensure that we use some of the best hotels available at the level stated. Accommodation is based on twin or double en-suite rooms with air conditioning. The tour starts at the Oasis Hotel located in Giza 15-20 minutes from the Pyramids.Â
Address:Â Jaz Pyramids resort, Alexandria Desert Rd, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Hotels:Â The hotels listed below are the ones that we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels with ones of a similar standard.
Cairo:Â Jaz Pyramids resort
Nile cruise:Â MS Symphony
Hurghada:Â Gravity Hotel & Aqua Park Hurghada
Nile Cruise:Â The cruise boat has many of the facilities of a normal hotel, including restaurants, bars, shops, a relaxing sun deck and a swimming pool. Nile cruise boat itineraries are subject to alterations depending on local conditions at the time of travel. Some sailing may be done after dark. Boats may moor up alongside each other at night, requiring you to cross through other boats to reach the shore.
Sleeper Train:Â Your tour includes two overnight sleeper trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo.
Airport Pick-Up and Transfer:
Your tour includes a 24-hour airport meet & assist service from Cairo International Airport – your arrival and departure airport-hotel transfers and all other transfers.
On arrival in Egypt our representative will meet you before passport control. They will assist with visa formalities and then help you with your luggage and take you to your hotel. Please inform us of your flight details (date of flight, flight number, arrival time and name of travellers) at least 10 days prior to your arrival for the confirmed arrangement of your transfer.
Your airport transfers are only included on the first and last day of the set tour itinerary unless you have booked any additional accommodation with us either before or after the set dates. If you make your own arrangements for additional accommodation at either the beginning or the end of the tour then you will need to arrange your own airport transfers on these days.Â
In Egypt, we use AC minivans/minibuses/coaches, many of which are fitted with speed limiters, and all are inspected and checked daily.
Sleeper Train:Â
Your tour includes two overnight sleeper trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo.Â
The journey takes between 10 to 13 hours from Luxor to Cairo and approximately 14 to 15 hours from Cairo to Aswan and accommodation on the train includes dinner and breakfast the next day, however it is highly recommended to take your own snacks, water and soft drinks before getting into the train.
 Important note: Arrive at Giza or Cairo train station in the morning on the last day of the tour (the train usually arrives between 7 -9 A:M). You will then be picked up from the train station and transferred to Cairo airport. To avoid complications please ensure that your departure flight is later in the day, and allow extra time to get to the airport. (We highly recommend evening flights on the last day From 17:00 PM onwards)
(We can change your drop off point to anywhere in central Cairo/Heliopolis/Giza if you prefer, to suit your onward travel arrangements.)
Flight upgrades from Cairo to Aswan – Luxor to Cairo are available, please contact us should you wish to upgrade to a flight instead of the overnight sleeper train
Distances
Please find below the distances between the sights visited in Egypt and the approximate driving times. We will always strive to take a short break every few hours to enable passengers to stretch their legs, purchase snacks and use wash facilities during long drives.
Aswan – Luxor: 247 kms – 3 hrs
Cairo – Aswan: 982 kms – 14 hrs
Aswan – Abu Simbel: 309 kms – 3.5 hrs
Luxor – Cairo: 735 kms – 10 hrs
Egypt- Tipping is also very much a part of Egyptian culture and customs, and many people you meet along the way will expect and make it clear they are waiting for a tip. To make it easier for you to budget and to remove much of the stress and hassle of tipping lots of people as you go along, we collect US$55 a ‘Tipping Kitty’ at the start of your time in Egypt.
Your guide will manage this as the tour goes along and ask one or more of the group members to assist and make some of the payments. The kitty provides tips for a wide range of people you’ll meet along the tour including hotel porters, train and station staff, drivers, site guards, local reps etc. your satisfaction with and appreciation of the service they have provided. Again, you should not feel obliged to.
Your Egyptologist guide is not included in this kitty and you may tip them at the end of your tour subject to tip any particular amount, and should consider your personal budget. As a guideline, approx. US$6-10 per person per day would be appropriate.
Egypt- passports should be valid for at least six months after your departure from the country. Please do not bring an almost full or almost expired passport. Visa arrangements are the responsibility of the traveller, and requirements are subject to change by the local authorities. We recommend that you contact your closest Egyptian consulate or embassy for current information about your nationality.
In general, the official advice is that all nationalities obtain their Egypt visas in advance, as we cannot guarantee that you can get them at the airport. An online e-visa is available through https://visa2egypt.gov.eg/eVisa/. Please do not use any other website as there are many scam sites offering Egypt e-visas.
In practice, however, many nationalities (including British and European, Australian, New Zealand, and USA) can and do obtain their visas on arrival at Cairo airport. The process is much quicker and simpler, the cost is currently US$25 p/p and must be paid in hard currency (i.e., GBP, USD or EUR) – you’ll be given change in local currency if necessary. There are no forms to fill in and you don’t need to bring passport photos.
Visas are issued at one of the bank desks in the immigration hall before you get to passport control. Our representative will have met you by this stage and will assist with the process.
All African & Indian nationals, and some others, will need to obtain their visas in advance.
For further information on your visa requirements, please your local Egyptian embassy/consulate.
The local currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound, often denoted ‘LE’. The Egyptian Pound can vary significantly in value against the British Pound, but sticks fairly close to the value of the US Dollar. You do not need to arrange to bring any Egyptian Pounds with you to Egypt, as change facilities are available in all the hotels, airports and banks. You should try to obtain and keep hold of small denomination notes or coins on you during the tour as these are useful for toilets, tips and small purchases. ATMs are readily available in major towns and some local shops will accept VISA/Mastercard or Amex, but may charge fees of up to 10% – check before you pay. Travellers cheques are not recommended as they cannot be changed in many places now, and can incur high fees.
While in Egypt you will need sufficient funds to cover meals not included in the itinerary, drinks, snacks, souvenirs and personal expenses such as laundry. These should generally all be paid for in Egyptian Pounds. You may also need to pay for the tour Tipping Kitty and site Entrance Fees while you are in Egypt. Payments for these may be made to your tour guide in hard currency (USD, GBP, EUR) at the start of your tour.Â
It is difficult to recommend a level of personal spending money which will suit everyone as this can differ greatly, but as a guideline, we would suggest allowing USD 25-35 per person per day as a minimum. Allow more if you plan on doing lots of shopping, or buying many alcoholic drinks.
Budgeting
Please note that entrance fees to sights and optional activities are not included in the tour price. Optional activities are not operated by Timeless Tours and may require a certain number of attendees to run. Your guide will be happy to inform you further about the available optional activities at the start of your tour.Â
Entrance Fees
Egypt – please allow approximately US$140 for all entrance fees for the sights visited on this tour. Your guide will be happy to collect payment for all the entrance fees at the start of the tour, and pay them for you as you go along if you wish.Â
Cairo
Giza Pyramids/Sphinx — EGP 700
Egyptian Museum — EGP 625
Aswan
Philae Temple — EGP 550
Komombo Temple — EGP 450
Luxor
Luxor Temple — EGP 500
Hatshepsut Temple — EGP 440
Valley Of the Kings — EGP 750
Karnak Temple – EGP – 600Â
Optional Activities
Please note that Optional Activities are not operated by Timeless Tours.
Hot-Air Ballooning — 145 USD
Abu Simbel — 130 USD
Nubian Dinner — 57 USD
Health and Vaccinations:
You should ensure you are fully insured for medical emergencies including emergency evacuation and repatriation. Recommended vaccinations and other health protection measures vary according to the country you are visiting and where you are travelling from. We recommend you contact your GP/medical practitioner or a travel clinic for current information on vaccinations needed for your destination. You should ensure that you are up to date with vaccines and boosters recommended for your normal life at home, including for example, vaccines required for occupational risk of exposure, lifestyle risks and underlying medical conditions.
In addition, additional courses or boosters normally recommended for the countries in this region are:
Egypt: Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A
Note: We are aware of some places in Egypt using ‘black henna’ instead of pure brown henna. Black henna contains a chemical dye PPD (paraphenylenediamine) which can result in severe allergic reactions and resultant scarring. To be safe we recommend avoiding any henna tattoos while in Egypt unless you are certain they are using pure brown henna.
Travel Insurance:
Travel insurance is compulsory on all of our tours and needs to cover personal accident & liability, medical expenses and repatriation, travel delay & abandonment. We also strongly recommend that you take out cover against cancellation and lost/stolen baggage. Personal medical insurance does not normally provide sufficient cover and is generally not suitable for travel on our tours. You will not be able to join your tour if you have not provided us with details of your insurance or if you arrive without cover in place (no refunds will be due in this event).Â
If you plan to arrange a hot air balloon flight, or do some scuba diving during your tour, you should check the small print in your policy to make sure these are covered Please also check the maximum altitude that you will be reaching and that full cover including emergency evacuation is provided up to this altitude.Â
If you are taking expensive camera gear or other electronic equipment with you then please check the coverage and the fine print of your policy to ensure that you have sufficient cover.
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 &Â
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.
Contacting home:
We recommend that you purchase a local SIM card upon arrival should you wish to stay in touch with friends and family back home. The Internet is widely available; however, it is costly to use within hotels and on cruise boats and may be unreliable.
In case of emergency please contact: info@timeless.tours or call, WhatsApp or text message our Egypt office on +20 1003024950 / +2 01280211886 / +201284666462. UK:-+447585332251
Travel Advice
We are closely monitoring the latest travel updates to Egypt and follow the advice of the UK Foreign Office. For the latest travel advice from UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), please visit:Â https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/egypt
Solo Travellers
We have many solo travellers joining our tours. Solo travellers will be roomed with another traveller of the same gender. If you would like a private solo room, please select a single supplement at the time of booking.
Time:
The time in Egypt is GMT plus 2 hours. Daylight saving adjustments have historically been applied in some years but not others. At present it appears that there will be no daylight-saving changes in Egypt 2016 and beyond, though this may change at short notice (with a resulting impact on flight times and schedules). Exact dates vary from year to year and sometimes the changes may be scrapped altogether.
Voltage:
Sockets are two rounds pronged and 220 volts (Type C). Universal adaptors are available in most airport shops if you don’t have one already. Standard European adapters will work fine, though sometimes they may feel a little loose in the sockets. All hotel rooms have electrical sockets where you can re-charge cameras, phones etc. Hair dryers are normally available on request from the hotel reception if not in your room already.
If you have US appliances (110 volts) you will need a voltage converter as well as a plug adapter.
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