Circuit and combined "BASTET"
11 Days / 10 Nights
From 2022€ Tax incl.

1 night at Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids 5 * and 5 nights on board M / S Nile Story 5 * Deluxe or similar
3 nights in All Inclusive in a 5 * hotel of your choice on the Red Sea 1 night at Grand Nile Tower 5 *

The offer of the Specialist of Egypt


  • Felucca ride around Elephantine Island offered.
  • Our English-speaking Egyptologist guides will accompany you throughout your trip
  • You do not miss anything of the visits: The Temple of Karnak, the Temple of Edfu, the Temple of Kom Ombo, the temple of Philae, the High Dam of Aswan, the unfinished obelisk, the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, the Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, the Colossi of Memnon, the Giza Plateau, Sakkarah, Memphis, the Cairo Museum, the Mosque of Mohamed Ali ...
  • For visits at your own pace all our groups will only understand 10 participants maximum during the visits.

Description of the program

Cairo

On arrival, welcome by our local representatives and assistance with entry formalities. Transfer to the hotel and meeting with your French-speaking Egyptologist guide. Night at the hotel.

Cairo - Luxor

After breakfast, departure for the site of Sakkarah and Memphis, the step pyramid of Djoser, erected in 2700 BC. JC After lunch in a typical restaurant, you enter the world of "Absolute Grandeur": the Giza plateau, symbol of Ancient Egypt with its pyramids: Cheops, the largest of the pyramids and the last of the 7 wonders of world, Khephren and his temple of pink granite and Menkaure bordered by the pyramids of the queens, all guarded by the famous Sphinx of Giza, the largest monolithic sculpture in the world. Dinner in a typical restaurant then transfer to Cairo airport and flight to Luxor. Installation aboard your cruise ship, dinner and overnight on board.

Luxor

Breakfast on board, then start to visit the southern part of ancient Thebes, where the temples of Karnak and Luxor are located. The two temples are connected by a dromos, a long path lined with sphinxes, and are dedicated to Amun. The three-walled temple of Karnak is itself part of the Karnak religious complex, a complex that includes the ruins of other temples, buildings, and pylons. Its construction and subsequent modifications spanned more than 2,000 years. The Luxor Temple, erected in the 14th century BC. AD under the reign of Amenhotep III was also subsequently modified by Ramses II, who added six monumental statues and two obelisks. Lunch, dinner and overnight on board. In the evening optional sound and light show at the Karnak temple.

Louxor - Esna

Breakfast, then visit to the necropolis of Thebes on the west bank of the Nile, followed by the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, where the tombs of many New Kingdom pharaohs are located, as well as their families and nobles in favor . The visits continue with the Colossi of Memnon, the last vestiges of the temple of Amenhotep III and Deir el Bahari, the funeral temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Carved into the rock in the mountain of Thebes, this temple with three terraces is at the same time harmonious and modern and although dedicated to the god Amon, there are also chapels of Anubis and Hathor, the protective goddess of women: Nothing surprising, since Hatchepsout, one of the four pharaohs to have ruled Egypt, is considered "the first great woman whose name has been preserved in history". After the visits, return to the boat for lunch and navigation to Esna. The passage of the lock will be at the end of the day, and will be marked by a fancy dress evening "Galabia Party" with dinner and overnight on board.

Edfou - Kom Ombo - Assouan

After a breakfast on board the navigation continues to Edfu. On arrival, you will enjoy a carriage excursion to the temple of Edfu, further inland. This temple of the falcon god Horus is both the largest temple of the Ptolemy dynasty and the second largest sanctuary in Egypt after Karnak. Inside, the intact paintings, inscriptions and reliefs make it the best-preserved temple in Egypt. Return to the boat for lunch and up the river to Kom Ombo. Visit of the temple of Kom-Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris. Erected on a hill by three Ptolemies, the temple is surrounded by a surrounding wall covered with reliefs. Inside, the space is divided into two parts: the northern one dedicated to Haroéris the hawk-headed god and the southern one to Sobek, the crocodile god. Return to the boat and navigation to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.

Aswan

Free day in town. Optional excursion by coach or plane to visit the temples of Abu Simbel, built by Ramses II. Return to Aswan for lunch. Lunch and dinner on board. In the evening optional sound and light show at the temple of Philaé. Overnight on board.

Assouan - Marsa Alam

Breakfast on board then visit of the temple of Isis on the island of Philaé. Begun by Pharaoh Nectanebo I during the XXX dynasty and completed by the Romans, it is the main sanctuary dedicated to Isis. Felucca ride around Elephantine Island and discovery of local shops, then departure for the high dam and the unfinished obelisk. The region of Aswan, rich in schist, alabaster and pink granite present only in this part of Egypt, provided the stone blocks intended for the pyramids, statues and colossi built by the pharaohs. In the granite quarry you will find the largest obelisk known to date (41.75m), the size of which was abandoned following a crack in the rock. Lunch then departure by coach for Marsa Alam. Installation at the hotel and start of the stay free.

Marsa Alam

Free stay in all-inclusive formula.

Marsa Alam - Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel and free time until departure time. Transfer to Hurghada airport for your flight to Cairo. Installation at your hotel then dinner and overnight.

Cairo

Breakfast, then visit of the famous National Museum, one of the richest in the world, in the heart of Cairo. Inside is the world's largest and most valuable collection of archaeological antiques from ancient Egypt. The Museum houses 120,000 antiquities, including treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb as well as most of the mummies discovered. Lunch in town and visit of Islamic Cairo with its thousand minarets, its citadel and the mosque of Mohamed Ali. The mosque, built from 1830 to 1848, is largely inspired by traditional Ottoman architecture which imitates the great mosques of Istanbul, it now dominates the southern district. Several buildings dating from the Mamluk era were destroyed to make way for the mosque. Return to the hotel for a rest period before joining the Khan el Khalili souks for a dinner in a typical restaurant. After dinner transfer to Cairo airport.

Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids Hotel 5*

Located at the foot of the majestic Pyramids of Giza and facing the new Grand Egyptian Museum, the Cairo Pyramids 5 * establishment will offer you a moment rich in culture and an incredible view.

Grand Nile Tower 5*

The Grand Nile Tower 5* hotel is one of the most luxurious hotels in Cairo. Located in the center of Cairo, its privileged location offers it a breathtaking view of the Nile, it is also close to many cultural and tourist sites such as the National Museum of Antiquities, the Citadel, Islamic Cairo, but also only around forty minutes from the famous Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx and 20 km from Cairo International Airport.


Its 715 rooms and suites all have a panoramic view of the Nile, the latter vary in size from 34 to 200 m², all equipped with a marble bathroom with separate bathtub, bathrobe, telephone and hairdryer.


They also have a safe, minibar, high-speed internet access, separate work area, international direct-line telephones, cable and satellite television channel.

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M/S Nile Story 5*

One of the best ways to discover Egypt and the vestiges of its ancient past is to take a cruise on the Nile. Enjoy this timeless experience by sailing from Luxor to Aswan on a 5* deluxe boat with swimming pool on board. This boat was recently renovated in February 2023.


It is a luxury cruise ship with 5 decks which includes 68 cabins (20 m²) and two magnificent suites (38 m²). The suites have a large panoramic window to admire the magnificent landscape of the Nile Valley.


On board:

  • Restaurant
  • Lounge - bar
  • Gift shop
  • Pool and bar
  • Spa and gym
  • Beauty Institute *
  • Laundry *
  • Access to local and international communications *
  • 2 suites of 38 m²
  • 68 standard cabins of 20 m²
  • Services marked with (*) are chargeable

Equipment:

  • Fully air-conditioned cabins and suites (individual control)
  • LCD TV in all cabins and suites
  • Panoramic window
  • The cabins have private toilets, a shower cabin or a bathtub and a hairdryer
  • The suites have a private toilet, a bathtub and a hairdryer.
  • Safe
  • Minibar (one bottle of water per person/day)
  • Phone
  • Unlimited internet access (WIFI)

Fayrouz Plaza Resort 5*

The Fayrouz Plaza Resort 5 * located in Marsa Alam guarantees you comfort and rest on the edge of its magnificent turquoise water beach. It has a total of 471 rooms, spread over a large landscaped area. All rooms are spacious and have a balcony. They are equipped with a bathroom, hair dryer, individual air conditioning, mini fridge, safe, satellite TV and direct telephone.



You will find in the hotel:

  • 3 swimming pools
  • outdoor hot tub
  • Private beach
  • 10 restaurants and bars
  • Diving center
  • Sports field

You will find in your room:

  • Lounge area
  • Private balcony
  • Private bathroom with shower
  • Individual air conditioning
  • Minibar (paying)

Transport and transport

INTERNAL FLIGHTS

Complete your visits

    Pyramid view room supplement: 24 € / person Scuba diving in boat with lunch (water / tea / coffee during the day): 65 € adult / 55 € child (two dives / day) Snorkelling in boat with lunch on board (water / tea / coffee during the day): 45 € adult / 35 € child per day (two snokeling sites / day)


The price includes

  • Domestic flights
  • Reception and assistance at the arrival airport
  • Round-trip airport / hotel / airport transfers
  • The excursions and visits mentioned in the program
  • Airport taxes and administrative fees
  • Accommodation 5 nights in a 5 * cruise ship with full board (excluding drinks), 3 nights in a 5 * hotel in all inclusive formula and 2 nights in Cairo 5 * hotels with half board (2 lunches included during the visits)
  • The services of our English-speaking Egyptologist guide in Cairo

The price does not include

  • International flights
  • Porters, guides, boat crew and tips (10 € / person compulsory and to be paid on site in cash)
  • Drinks, bar fees and personal expenses.
  • Visa fees of € 28 per person to be paid on arrival.

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