Classic Egypt Tour

Nile CruisesWe have just added details to the main Nile Cruises website of our Classic Egypt Tour that includes 3 nights in Cairo followed by a 7 night Nile Cruise.

The price includes a full 2 day program of excursions in Cairo with your own private guide.

Here are the details of the Cairo program if you arrive on Friday night in Cairo:-

SATURDAY

Depart morning to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt and then to Saqqara, where the Step Pyramid built by King Djoser, the first Pharaoh to have his tomb built in monumental dimensions. His enormous Step Pyramid stands as a symbol of strength and powerful state, with the divine king at its centre. After lunch, the tour continues to Giza, where the famous Pyramids stand as monuments to the Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt and the Great Sphinx, which has kept its secrets for centuries.

Evening at leisure.

SUNDAY

Depart after breakfast to The Egyptian Museum, containing fabulous treasures from Egypt’s ancient past including the magnificent Tutankhamun collection. After lunch, the tour continues to the Citadel, a fortress built in 1183 AD, which houses a number of important monuments, including The Mosque of Mohamed Ali and Al-Gawahara Palace. The day finishes with a visit to the Khan el Khalil Bazaar.

Evening at leisure.

Followed by your 7 night Nile Cruise.

The whole trip is a wonderful way to see Egypt with everything arranged for you. Please give either Barbara or myself a call on Freephone 0808 1089 100 for more details and prices.