Are we going to be on a Nile cruise boat for this trip?

A specific Nile cruise boat is not guaranteed on this tour as we work with a number of different cruise operators. In Egypt, tourist numbers are a bit low at the moment, which is why many companies won't guarantee sailings until closer to the travel date, when they have their final booking numbers. If booking numbers aren't sufficient, then cruises are consolidating bookings onto fewer ships, rather than sailing with lots of half empty boats. All of the boats we use are of 5-star level though and include en-suite cabins, swimming pool and all meals whilst onboard.

What boat is used for the Nile river Cruise?

The Nile Cruise boats we use are a good 5* standard boats, like M/S Hames or similar. The have large windows but no balcony. There is the option to upgrade to a different boat with a balcony.

Can you please confirm that we should book flights to Cairo if we want to join this tour?

The tour definitely starts and ends in Cairo and you should book flights into Cairo.

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Places You’ll See

Cairo
Kom Ombo
Edfu
Luxor
Hurghada

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Highlights

Explore the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids
Sail the Nile and visit iconic temples
Discover Luxor's Valley of the Kings
Relax at a 5-star resort in Hurghada
Stroll through Cairo's bustling bazaars

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Introduction

Day 1 Arrive in Cairo, transfer to hotel
Day 2 Visit the Pyramids & Sphinx in Giza. Traditional Koshary Lunch. Egyptian Museum Visit. Fly to Aswan
Day 3 Optional visit to Abu Simbel. Board Nile Cruise and tours to explore Philae Temple and the Nubian Villages
Day 4 Cruise along the River Nile making a stop to explore Kom Ombo Temple
Day 5 Discover Edfu Temple. Continue sailing to Luxor. Visit Luxor Temple by night
Day 6 Visits to Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatchepsut, Workers Village, Colossi of Memnon. Afternoon visit Karnak Temple
Day 7 Leave Luxor and Drive to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada
Day 8 Enjoy the Red Sea in Hurghada, optional excursions available
Day 9 Drive to Cairo, optional Khan-el-Khalili Bazaar visit
Day 10 Cairo, free time, departure airport transfer

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monicalahirihoherchak
· November 11th, 2020
This was a wonderful trip! Our tour guide Shariff was amazing-he knew how to manage our group, finding ways to make everyone happy, always having a balance of wisdom, knowledge and humor!
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Encounters Travel commented on this review
Dear Monica, Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback and for the great ratings too. I hope that we'll have the opportunity to arrange another tour for you at some point in the future.
Trip date: August 2016
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RobbieEdgar
· November 2nd, 2020
Take it! I didn't want to go but my wife made me and the tour was great! So much too see ! The had everything arranged down too the minute detail. I didn't have too worry about anything.
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Encounters Travel commented on this review
Dear Robbie, I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoyed our Gods of Egypt tour, despite this not being your first choice of vacation. It's great to hear that your felt the trip was well organised and that you had no worries whilst in Egypt. I hope that... Show more
Trip date: November 2018

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Gods of Egypt

From Cairo to Cairo

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What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

Are we going to be on a Nile cruise boat for this trip?
A specific Nile cruise boat is not guaranteed on this tour as we work with a number of different cruise operators.

In Egypt, tourist numbers are a bit low at the moment, which is why many companies won't guarantee sailings until closer to the travel date, when they have their final booking numbers.

If booking numbers aren't sufficient, then cruises are consolidating bookings onto fewer ships, rather than sailing with lots of half empty boats. All of the boats we use are of 5-star level though and include en-suite cabins, swimming pool and all meals whilst onboard.
March 1, 2017 • Other
What boat is used for the Nile river Cruise?
The Nile Cruise boats we use are a good 5* standard boats, like M/S Hames or similar. The have large windows but no balcony. There is the option to upgrade to a different boat with a balcony.
October 1, 2016 • Transport
Can you please confirm that we should book flights to Cairo if we want to join this tour?
The tour definitely starts and ends in Cairo and you should book flights into Cairo.
October 1, 2016 • Flights / Transfers

Good to Know

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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Egypt. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before July 5th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 5th, 2025, a minimum payment of $300 is required to confirm your booking with Encounters Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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