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An ancient adventure with modern comforts along the Nile
Discover the contrasts of modern and ancient Egypt on this 15-day premium adventure with Peregrine. Beginning and ending in Egypt’s capital, Cairo, gaze up to the magnificent Pyramids of Giza, take a four-day cruise down the legendary Nile and learn about the mystery and beauty of these ancient lands through the temple sites, museums and local people. Visit the tombs of ancient pharaohs, share meals with local families and stand in awe of gigantic, rock-cut statues on an adventure with all the creature comforts included as standard. And with a local leader who is a trained Egyptologist, your adventure is set to soar.
- Start
- Cairo, Egypt
- Finish
- Cairo, Egypt
- Destination
- Egypt
- Style
- Peregrine
- Code
- PGNW
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 8 reviews
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 12
Why you'll love this trip
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Take your time exploring Abu Simbel with an overnight stay, discovering this magnificent monument carved out of the mountainside at both day and night.
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Relax with four nights on a premium Nile riverboat, cruising slowly down the river past ancient temples, and gazing from the terrace bar and restaurant to local life unfolding on the riverbank.
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See two different sides of Cairo, gazing at the Great Pyramids of Giza from your nearby superior accommodation, and stroll the bazaars and eat local street food in the downtown district.
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Pay your respects at the Commonwealth War Cemetery dedicated to the Battle of El Alamein, and visit the ancient Library of Alexandria turned ultramodern Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
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Discover traditional Nubian customs and lifestyle at a dinner experience on Elephantine Island, and in Cairo, enjoy an authentic meal in a local Egyptian family home.
Is this trip right for you?
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Depending on the time you choose to visit there could be some early starts as we beat the crowds and the heat and visit sites early. This is a 15-day adventure, so there is also time to relax with free afternoons and evenings.
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Egypt can get incredibly hot in the summer months of July and August. Regardless of the month, it does heat up quickly during the day.
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Some of the sites you will visit involve walking on rocky and/or steep hillsides, and there is often little or no shade. Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes and a hat are essential.
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Accommodation aboard the Nile riverboat is full board – breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. Drinks are offered from the bar area for an additional cost. An evening program is also available.
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In 2021, Ramadan will take place from 12 April to 11 May. Travelling during this holy month can be a rewarding cultural experience. However, some regular services may not be available during the daytime, such as restaurants or coffee bars, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Le Meridian Pyramids Hotel and Spa (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Cairo - The Citadel (entrance fee) - EGP180
- Cairo - Coptic Museum (entrance fee) - EGP100
- Cairo- Saqqara and Memphis Afternoon Tour (Min 2 customers) - Transfers/Entry/Guiding-p/p - EGP1100
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
An airport arrival transfer is included. This transfer is only valid if arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-trip accommodation through Peregrine. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 15 days prior to travel. Once you have provided your details, a transfer representative will be booked to meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
Optional Activities listed are suggestions for time spent in Cairo if arriving early or spending extra time in Cairo at the end of your tour.
Accommodation
- Le Meridian Pyramids Hotel and Spa (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cairo - Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Cairo - Egyptian Museum
- Cairo - The Egyptian Museum headset
Optional Activities
- Cairo -The Royal Mummy Room (entrance fee) - EGP180
- Cairo - The 2nd Pyramid of Khafre - Entry Fee - EGP100
- Cairo - The Great Pyramid of Cheops (entrance fee) - EGP400
- Cairo - Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids Tour (Min 2 customers)-Transfers/Entry-p/p - EGP700
- Cairo - Dinner Cruise (deluxe cruise Nile Maxim or similar) - EGP1200
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
The Great Pyramid of Khufu is occasionally closed to visitors without notice. There is an additional EGP 50 fee to take photos in the Egyptian Museum.The inside thoroughfares of the Pyramids of Giza are very small and very warm, so for those who suffer from claustrophobia, it is not recommended. Please note that you'll be required to walk around the pyramids complex. It can be very hot in the summer months, so be prepared for little shade and pack appropriate clothing, sun protection, and carry lots of water.
Accommodation
- Sheraton Al-Montazah Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Alexandria - Wadi El Natron monasteries
- Alexandria - Anba Bishoy Monastery
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Information
On occasion, it may not be possible to confirm a preferred hotel in Alexandria – the Sheraton Al-Montazah Hotel. For this reason, we have selected an alternative option – the Mediterranean Azur Hotel. If you would like to confirm in advance which hotel your departure will stay at, please contact a Peregrine booking agent 30 days prior to departure.Accommodation
- Sheraton Al-Montazah Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Alexandria - Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
- Alexandria - Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Alexandria - Al Montazah Palace & Gardens
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Steigenberger El Tahrir (1 night)
Included Activities
- El Alamein - War cemeteries and museum
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodation
- Nile Premium River Boat (Feature Stay 4 nights) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Luxor - Karnak Temple
Optional Activities
- Luxor - Luxor Museum (entrance fee) - EGP140
- Luxor - Luxor Temple (entrance fee) - EGP160
- Luxor - Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show (entrance fee) - EGP300
- Luxor - Sound and Light Show at Karnak Tour - Transfers/Entry/Guiding -p/p - EGP800
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
Your Peregrine Feature Stay on this Egypt trip is on board a premium Nile cruise boat, offering comfortable staterooms with five-star amenities such as a pool, gym, restaurants, health and wellness facilities and a panorama bar. Your boat has been carefully selected – it will be the ‘MS Nile Premium’ or of equal standard, depending on the departure. There are three meals per day included on board, and drinks are at your own expense.If you wish to confirm which exact boat is allocated for your departure, contact a Peregrine booking agent 30 days prior to departure. Please refer to the ‘Transport’ section of the Essential Trip Information for further details on your cruise.
Accommodation
- Nile Premium River Boat (1 night)
Included Activities
- Luxor - Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
- Luxor - Tomb of Tut Ankh Amun
- Luxor - Hatshepsut Temple
Optional Activities
- Luxor - West Bank; additional site (Min 2 customers)-Entry/Guiding-p/p - EGP300
- Luxor - Valley of the Queens (entrance fee) - EGP100
- Luxor - Tomb of Queen Nefertari in the Valley of the Queens (entrance fee) - EGP1200
- Luxor - Medinat Habu Temple (entrance fee) - EGP100
- Luxor - Hot Air Balloon over the Valley of the Kings - USD120
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
u are able to purchase a photo ticket that will entitle you to take photos in any of the three tombs that you visit as part of your tour. The cost of the camera ticket is around EGP 300.Optional Activities mentioned today are for entry only or for organised tour programmes facilitated by your leader. In the past, we have found that this suits most of our travellers. If you prefer to do your own thing, transport to sites are available and your leader can assist with organising this.
It is possible to do a Valley of the Kings hot air balloon tour which your leader can reserve for you. Peregrine only uses providers that have been risk assessed. You will be picked up between 4.30 and 5 am from your hotel. Balloon capacity is a maximum of 25 people and cameras are prohibited in the basket (mobile phones are acceptable). This activity runs subject to weather conditions. Speak to a Peregrine booking agent for more details.
Accommodation
- Nile Premium River Boat (1 night)
Included Activities
- Izbat Al Bayyarah - Kom Ombo Temple
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The only mode of transport to Edfu Temple is by locally managed horse and carriages. As a company committed to responsible travel, animal welfare is extremely important to us. Operators of this service have been found to be in breach of our animal welfare guidelines and, for this reason, we do not include this visit. In addition to animal welfare concerns, we have had a large amount of feedback suggesting that the visit itself is uncomfortable due to pushy vendors and suppliers at the site.Previously, some travellers have decided to walk to the temple. This takes approximately 30 minutes each way. Be aware the road is busy and there have been instances of travellers getting hassled by the carriage drivers. If you choose to walk, inform your leader before you depart and ensure you are carrying water, hat and sunscreen and have comfortable shoes.
While we recommend that you do not visit Edfu Temple, the decision is ultimately up to you. Edfu is an included port stop on your cruise.
Accommodation
- Nile Premium River Boat (1 night)
Included Activities
- Aswan - Philae Temple
- Aswan - Sharia el Souk
Optional Activities
- Aswan - Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple -Entry Fee - EGP300
- Aswan -Sound & Light Show Philae Temple Tour (Min 2 customers) -Transfers/Entry/Guiding-p/p - EGP800
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Seti I Resort (1 night)
Included Activities
- Abu Simbel - Abu Simbel temples
- Abu Simbel - Abu Simbel Sound and Light Show (entrance fee)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Information
Due to limited accommodation options in Abu Simbel, you may stay at either Seti I Resort or Nefertari Hotel. Please check with your booking agent 30 days prior to departure if you would like to confirm which hotel your tour will be accommodated in.Accommodation
- Basma Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Aswan - Afternoon tea at the Old Cataract Hotel
Optional Activities
- Aswan - Nubian Museum (entrance fee) - EGP140
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Basma Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Aswan - Elephantine Island
- Aswan - Felucca Ride incl sundowner (Peregrine moment)
- Aswan - Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Steigenberger El Tahrir (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cairo - Downtown Walking and Tasting Tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Steigenberger El Tahrir (1 night)
Included Activities
- Cairo - Khan al-Khalili Bazaar
- Cairo - Ibn Tulun Mosque
- Cairo - Gayer-Anderson Museum (entrance fee)
- Cairo - Home Cooked Meal (feature meal)
Optional Activities
- Cairo - Sufi Dance Khan al-Khalili (entrance fee) - EGP85
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
14 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 8 dinnersTransport
Plane, Private air-conditioned bus, RiverboatAccommodation
Comfortable Hotel (10 nights), Cruise ship (4 nights Feature Stay)Included Activities
- Cairo - Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Cairo - Egyptian Museum
- Cairo - The Egyptian Museum headset
- Alexandria - Wadi El Natron monasteries
- Alexandria - Anba Bishoy Monastery
- Alexandria - Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
- Alexandria - Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Alexandria - Al Montazah Palace & Gardens
- El Alamein - War cemeteries and museum
- Luxor - Karnak Temple
- Luxor - Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
- Luxor - Tomb of Tut Ankh Amun
- Luxor - Hatshepsut Temple
- Izbat Al Bayyarah - Kom Ombo Temple
- Aswan - Philae Temple
- Aswan - Sharia el Souk
- Abu Simbel - Abu Simbel temples
- Abu Simbel - Abu Simbel Sound and Light Show (entrance fee)
- Aswan - Afternoon tea at the Old Cataract Hotel
- Aswan - Elephantine Island
- Aswan - Felucca Ride incl sundowner (Peregrine moment)
- Aswan - Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam
- Cairo - Downtown Walking and Tasting Tour
- Cairo - Khan al-Khalili Bazaar
- Cairo - Ibn Tulun Mosque
- Cairo - Gayer-Anderson Museum (entrance fee)
- Cairo - Home Cooked Meal (feature meal)
Dates & availability - 2021 season
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 8kg for carry on. You can store excess luggage at the start point hotel.

Essential trip information
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