Egypt Treasures & Nile Cruise with Turkish Airlines for 8 Nights (FLY123)
Day 1: Istanbul – Hurghada
We will meet three hours before the flight at the Istanbul Airport international departures terminal. After baggage, ticketing and boarding procedures, we will board our scheduled Turkish Airlines flight to Hurghada. Following the flight, we will transfer to the private bus waiting for us at the airport. Then we will proceed to our hotel with accommodation on a soft all-inclusive basis. In the afternoon, guests who wish may join an optional evening tour: Desert Safari and Bedouin Village with Dinner (65 Euro). We will set off towards the magical atmosphere of the desert. First, we will experience an exciting ATV ride across the vast and impressive desert terrain. Next, we will continue with an adrenaline-filled safari tour in specially designed Spider cars, crossing various dunes. After the safari drive, we will visit the traditional Bedouin Village, where we can witness local life and enjoy herbal teas served with Bedouin hospitality. Guests who wish may also have the unique experience of riding a camel. After getting to know Bedouin culture up close, we will move to a special desert camp prepared for the evening. At sunset, we will enjoy our soft all-inclusive dinner outdoors under the stars. During the meal, we will have the chance to watch colorful performances. First, a mesmerizing belly dancer show will be presented, followed by the traditional Tennure (Tanoura) dance, which captivates the audience with its rhythmic spins. These lively and colorful performances will add extra energy to the desert night. After the tour, we will transfer back to your hotel in Hurghada and have free time to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Day 2: Hurghada
After breakfast at our hotel, we will depart for the Giftun Island and Snorkeling Tour with Lunch (60 Euro), an optional excursion for guests who wish to join. This tour visits one of the most beautiful spots in the Red Sea. Once aboard our boat, we will enjoy a pleasant journey toward the island, taking in the enchanting views of the Hurghada coastline as we sail across the sea. Upon arrival at Giftun Island, we will enjoy an open buffet lunch. Afterward, we will dive into the turquoise waters and experience the joy of snorkeling among vibrant tropical fish. Our guides will accompany us at the snorkeling stops to ensure a safe experience and help us discover the underwater life of the region. Guests who wish may sunbathe on the white sandy beaches and relax in the island's peaceful atmosphere. Throughout the day, we will continue exploring the unique coral reefs of the Red Sea with swimming, snorkeling, and rest breaks. After the tour, we will transfer you back to your hotel in Hurghada, followed by free time to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Day 3: Hurghada – Luxor – Nile Cruise
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Luxor. Upon arrival, we proceed to our ship to complete check-in procedures. Following check-in, guests will have free time to rest. After lunch on board, we depart with interested guests for an optional tour of Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple (45 Euro). Karnak Temple is one of the most magnificent worship complexes of Ancient Egypt. This vast complex dedicated to Amun-Ra is known as a sacred site where every pharaoh added structures over hundreds of years. The 134 massive columns in the Hypostyle Hall are among the temple's most impressive sections, showcasing the power of ancient Egyptian architecture. Luxor Temple was one of the important ceremonial sites of the New Kingdom period. Its colossal statues dating to the reigns of Ramses II and III, intricately carved columns, and courtyards hosting royal processions will transport us back thousands of years. After the tour, we transfer back to the ship and enjoy free time to rest. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 4 NIL CRUISE
Movement for the optional tour to the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple (90 Euro) for guests who wish to join after breakfast on board. Departure for the Valley of the Kings, the first stop of the day. While walking in the Valley of the Kings, we will descend into the mysterious tombs of the pharaohs. We will witness ancient beliefs by examining colorful wall paintings and thousands of years-old symbols. Then, we move on to Hatshepsut Temple. After this visit where we will be amazed by the magnificent architecture carved into the rocks, we return to our ship. As our ship sails towards Esna, we have a great opportunity to get acquainted with the vessel. Free time for lunch and tea; the ship's special menus await you. Guests who wish can enjoy a pleasant evening at the Captain's Welcome Party during dinner. Dinner and overnight stay on our ship.
Day 5: NIL CRUISE – ESNA – ASWAN
After having breakfast on our ship, we will depart for an optional tour to the Temple of Edfu (25 Euro), one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient temples, for guests who wish to join. While walking among the high walls of this temple dedicated to Horus, we will feel as if we are in the midst of an ancient ritual. The legends told by our guide will add a whole new meaning to the temple. After the visit, we will return to the ship and set sail towards Kom Ombo. We will have lunch on board. After afternoon tea, we will depart for an optional tour to the Temple of Kom Ombo & Sobek (25 Euro) for interested guests. In this unique temple dedicated to both Sobek and Haroeris, we will learn fascinating information about medicine, crocodiles, and ancient rituals. After our tour, we will transfer back to our ship for free time to relax. Dinner and overnight stay will be on our ship.
Day 6: NİL CRUISE
After breakfast on our ship, we will depart for the optional Philae Temple & Nubian Village & Kitchener Island Felucca tour (65 Euro) for guests who wish to join. At this elegant temple dedicated to Isis, we will feel the mystical atmosphere of the Nile while walking among columns and reliefs rising above the water. After visiting Philae, we will proceed to the Unfinished Obelisk, one of Aswan’s most important archaeological sites. We will examine this colossal obelisk up close, which has survived from ancient granite quarries, and learn fascinating details about the stoneworking skills of ancient Egyptian masters. Following these visits, we will return to our ship for lunch. Then, we will set off for our Nubian Village and Felucca tour, where we will witness the colorful life along the Nile banks. In this village, known for its traditional colorful houses, warm welcomes, and local character, we will take a short break and get to know Nubian culture up close. After the village visit, we will embark on a Felucca tour on the calm waters of the Nile aboard traditional sailboats. Gliding over the Nile with the wind filling the sails, we will enjoy unique views. After the tour, we will transfer back to our ship for free time to rest. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 7: Cairo
After breakfast on board, we will depart for Aswan Airport at the time announced by our guide to catch our flight to Cairo following room check-out. Upon arrival in Cairo, we will proceed with a panoramic city tour. First, we will visit Salah El-Din Castle, one of the most dominant landmarks of the city and one of the most important structures of medieval Islamic architecture. During our visit to the castle, we will see the Alabaster (Marble) Mosque of Muhammad Ali, considered one of the most impressive works from the Ottoman era. With its majestic domes, spacious courtyard, and commanding view over Cairo, this mosque offers visitors both historical and architectural fascination. After the castle visit, we will depart for an optional tour for guests who wish to join: The Mummy Tour with Lunch (Egyptian Civilizations Museum) & Khan El Halili Bazaar (45 Euro), which houses one of the world's richest archaeological collections. We will have the opportunity to see golden artifacts, royal masks, statues, sarcophagi, unique historical objects, and the mummies of the Pharaohs dating back from the Pharaonic period to the present day. During our visit to the Egyptian Museum, we will have the chance to closely explore thousands of years of Egyptian civilization. After the visit, we will take a short break by having lunch at a local restaurant in the city. Following lunch, we will head towards Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the liveliest and most historic areas of Cairo. This historic market is famous for its narrow streets, scents of spices and incense, traditional handicraft products, and colorful shops, offering us both shopping opportunities and a chance to experience local culture. After the tour, we will be transferred to your hotel in Cairo and have free time to rest. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
Day 8: Cairo
After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for an optional tour (130 Euro) for guests who wish to join: a lunch-included visit to the Giza Pyramids & Sphinx & Great Egyptian Museum, one of the most impressive structures from antiquity that have survived to the present day. Upon arrival, we will see the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure up close and witness the engineering genius of Ancient Egypt; in particular, we will learn that the Great Pyramid of Khufu has stood for over 4,500 years and is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World to have reached our time. Next, we will visit the legendary guardian statue, the Great Sphinx with a human head and lion's body, and listen to information about the symbolic architecture of the Old Kingdom period. During the tour, we will take a short break for lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, we will explore the Great Egyptian Museum, one of the world's largest archaeological complexes, examining thousands of historical artifacts, including Tutankhamun's treasure collection, and closely discover the millennia-long development of Egyptian civilization. After the tour, we will depart for an optional evening Nile River cruise with dinner (75 Euro) for guests who wish to join. Following the tour, we will transfer to our hotel in Cairo and have free time to rest. Overnight at our hotel.
Day 9 CAIRO – ALEXANDRIA
After breakfast at the hotel, we will vacate the rooms and depart for Alexandria at the time indicated by our guide. After a 3-hour journey, we will begin with a visit to the Kom El-Shogafa Catacombs, one of the most important underground burial complexes from the Roman period. This unique structure is a multi-level burial site that stands out due to its blend of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman architectural styles. Next, we will see the Pompey Pillar, one of the city's iconic landmarks, and learn about the significance of this massive granite monument during the era of the Roman Empire. Following our visit to the Pompey Pillar, we will proceed to the Al Montazah Palace (Montaza Palace) area, famous for its lush gardens, historic structures, and enchanting seaside atmosphere. As we stroll through this elegant palace complex, which bears traces of the reign of King Farouk, we will gain enjoyable insights into Alexandria's royal past. Continuing our tour, we will visit the Qaitbay Fortress, majestically located on the Mediterranean coast; this 15th-century defensive structure was built on the site where the Ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria once stood and holds an important place in the city's history. After dinner at a local restaurant, we will be transferred to Alexandria International Airport.
Day 10 ISTANBUL
After our passport and luggage procedures, we depart for Istanbul airport via Turkish Airlines’s scheduled flight. Upon arrival at Istanbul airport, our tour and services conclude.
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Lunch Included Giza Pyramids & Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum (130 Euro) & Lunch Included Mummies Tour (Museum of Egyptian Civilizations) & Khan El Khalili Bazaar (45 Euro) & Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple (45 Euro) & Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut (90 Euro) & Edfu Temple (25 Euro) & Kom Ombo Temple & Sobek (25 Euro) 0 - 2 Years Free, 3 - 12 Years get 50% discount.
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