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Soak up the sizzling sun of Egypt, swim in the tranquil waters with the dolphins, explore the ancient sights in great convenience! Enjoy being guided around by a local through some of the most incredible scenery in the world and experience all of the unique sights and smells of Egypt. Soak up one of the oldest civilizations on earth and discover the hidden Hieroglyphs in the temples scattered around the Nile. Spend relaxing days both in Dahab and on a deluxe boat cruising along the Red Sea. Experience a journey of a lifetime!

Absolute Egypt By Felucca

Day 1 Cairo

CairoWelcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes open for the Travel Talk sign, we pick you up from the airport and take you to hotel .Gather round in the hotel lobby at 6:00pm as we meet both the other tour members and the guide for an informal meeting. After the meeting you have free time to start exploring Cairo. Click for the arrival details

Day 2 Cairo City Tour, Hurghada

After breakfast we visit the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mycrenos. The afternoon is left to site-see Sakkara; the first capital of pyramid built by King Zoser in 2700 B.C. In the evening we board our bus to Hurghada. We stay overnight in Hurghada.

Day 3 Hurghada, Luxor

Hurghada, LuxorAnother day to participate in numerous sea or land activities available in Hurghada or spend a relaxing day after a tiring(!) night. In the afternoon we’ll depart for Luxor, the premier travel destination in UIpper Egypt and the Nile Valley. In antiquity, the city, known as Thebes by the Greeks, was the dynastic and religious capital of Middle Kingdom and New Kingdom Egypt. Today, it has much to offer the traveler, from vast temples, to ancient royal tombs, via spectacular desert and river scenery. In the evening we’ll check into our Premium hotel by the River of Nile. After dinner we start to explore the night life of this amazing town.

Day 4 Luxor

Today, after an early breakfast we visit the temple of Luxor on the East Bank of the Nile which was dedicated to the great god Amun, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu (the mood god) together represents the Theban triad. The temple was built on the site of a probable smaller structure for the god Amun, while the earliest parts of the temple seen today date from the 14th century BC and the time of Amenhotep III. In the afternoon we proceed to the Temple of Karnak, one of the most important religious centers of ancient Egypt. Then we depart for the West Bank of the Nile where our donkey awaits to take us into the Valley of the Kings. Next is our discovery of the magnificent “city of the Dead” where tombs were carved into the desert rocks, decorated richly, and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is our next stop.Then we drive to Aswan for overnight stay.

Day 5 Aswan, Felucca cruise on the Nile

Aswan, Felucca cruise on the NileAfter breakfast we start to explore Aswan, the smallest of the three major tourist cities based on the Nile famous for the amazing Philea Temple and High Dam, an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s. After visiting the High Dam we head to Philea Temple , we embark felucca to cruise along the Nile. Early in the morning you can join the optional trip to Abu Simbel, one of the most impressive ancient sights of Egypt. 

Day 6 Felucca cruise on the Nile

Today we sail all day long on Nile, watching the beautiful scenery pass us by and wave to the locals continuing their day of washing, swimming and fishing. Whilst being absorbed by the culture we can sit back and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of one of the greatest rivers on the earth. 

Day 7 Felucca cruise on the Nile, Edfu, Komombo, Luxor, Cairo

Felucca cruise on the Nile, Edfu, Komombo, Luxor, CairoToday we visit Edfu and Komombo temples and then we say farewell to our floating home and disembark.In the evening we board the overnight train to Cairo and check into our sleeper cabin. 

Day 8 Cairo City Tour

Our journey continues with a visit to one of the most important museums in the ancient world, the Egyptian Museum houses more than 100,000 relics of Egypt. Today we discover the Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Mohamed Ali, the Hanging Church and the world famous Kahn El Khalili bazaar.

Day 9 Cairo, Nuweiba, Dahab

Cairo, Nuweiba, DahabRelax and unwind next to the sea with all the activities available including swimming, snorkeling, diving, camel treks, jeep safaris and more!!

Day 10 Dahab

Another relax day in paradise !

Day 11 Dahab, Mt. Sinai Trek

Dahab, Mt. Sinai TrekIn the afternoon we’ll depart for St. Catherine. Early in the morning (about1:30 a.m. Day 12) we’ll ascend Mt. Sinai, where as the night ends you can witness the spectacular sunrise which blankets the surrounding peaks in gold and unveils one of the best views in Egypt. In the morning of day 12 we’ll visit St. Catherine Monastery and travel back to Dahab.

Day 13 Sail Red Sea

Sail Red Sea

Day 14 Sail Red Sea

Day 15 Sail Red Sea , Sharm El Sheikh, Cairo

After spending the day in Dahab, we'll board our overnight coach back to Cairo in the evening.

Day 16 Cairo

Our trip ends in Cairo (08:00am) Our representative will transport you to the airport.


Sights Visited

 

  • Cairo
  • Giza
  • Pyramids
  • Sphinx
  • Sakkara
  • Step Pyramid of Zoser
  • Egyptian museum
  • Citadel of Saladin
  • Mosque of Mohamed Ali
  • The Hanging Church
  • Khan el Khalili Bazaar
  • Aswan
  • High Dam
  • Philae Temple
  • Unfinished Obelisk
  • Elephantine and Kitchener Islands
  • KomomboTemple
  • Edfu Temple
  • Luxor including Temple of Luxor
  • Valley of the Kings Hatshepsut Temple
  • Temple of Karnak
  • Dahab
  • Sharm El Sheikh
  • Red Sea

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egyptElizabeth Bowie - AustraliaGreat tour, very well organised. Zizo was a fantastic & the felucca staff were lovely. Would definitely recommend the tour to others.2009-12-15Tour: Absolute Egypt By Felucca5
egyptCallum Alexander - United KingdomBrilliant, best tour ever, Zizo ıs like the best tour guide ever.2009-9-5Tour: Absolute Egypt By Felucca5
egyptKerry Reinne - United KingdomTour leader and driver were fantastic, very professional. Also always helpful, very informative and most of all very polite.2009-12-15Tour: Absolute Egypt By Felucca5
egyptYvette Ranger - AustraliaExcellent tour. Everything was very well organised & I felt safe at all times which was very important. The highlight was the felucca & Zizo is the best tour guide I have ever had. Would recommend this tour to anyone.2009-9-7Tour: Absolute Egypt By Felucca5
egyptEdward Pomfret - United KingdomTour guide was very knowledgable !!2009-9-5Tour: Absolute Egypt By Felucca5
egyptBreogan Lugilde Iglesias - SpainIts been a great tour I hope I could do the 16 days next time2009-9-7Tour: Absolute Egypt By Felucca5
egyptJustine Carroll - AustraliaZizo was a fantastic guide - very informative extremly well organised & great value for money. The highlight was the felucca.2009-9-7Tour: Absolute Egypt By Felucca5
egyptJess Ley - New ZealandHad an amazing time in Egypt. I learnt so much about the history of the country, as we visited all the sights. Definitely one of my favourite destination. Great bunch of people. Many Thanks.2012-2-26Tour: Absolute Egypt By Felucca5