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Egypt Tour. Price is per Person, Based on Two Guests per Room. Buy One Voucher per Person.

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haley
115 days ago
Super organized holiday. Amazing guides and pretty nice accommodations. Dahab is not to be missed! Luxor is also incredible.

Embark on a journey through the cradle of civilization and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty!

What You Get

How to Book

  • Each person must buy a voucher; price is based on two people traveling together and sharing a room. Additional fee to travel solo.
  • Choose your package from the drop-down menu.
  • After purchasing this deal, follow the instructions on your voucher to book your trip with Encounters Travel no later than 2/7/2025.

Know Before You Go

  • Additional fees to travel solo: $895 for Sands & Seas; $1000 for Egyptian Legacy; $385 for Egypt Express.
  • A passport is required for all travel outside the U.S.
  • Passports must be valid for at least six months after the date of travel, and contain at least two blank visa pages.
  • Before international travel, always check the State Department's website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.
  • Varied COVID-19 levels and restrictions should be taken into consideration before international travel. Please find more info by visiting the U.S. Embassy's site here.
  • Official language: Arabic
  • Currency: The Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Compelling Overview of the Tour

Flights & Transportation:

  • Round-trip airfare from:
    • Washington, DC (IAD)
    • New York City (specific gateway based on availability)
    • Chicago (ORD)
    • Los Angeles (LAX)
  • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
  • Domestic flights Cairo/Luxor and Aswan/Cairo (Egyptian Legacy)
  • 24hr airport arrival & departure transfers
  • Egyptologist guide for all sightseeing tours
  • For additional departure airports/pricing, contact Encounters Travel at (877) 260-3950.
  • Airline & flight times determined at time of booking.

Hotels for 10-night Sands & Seas package (10 nights + 1 overnight flight)

  • 1 night of accommodations at 4-Star Cairo Pyramids Hotel or similar in Cairo.
  • 1 night of accommodations at Cairo-Luxor - Sleeper train (private twin cabins - 1 night)
  • 2 nights of accommodations at 4-Star Eatabe Hotel or similar in Luxor.
  • 1 night of accommodations at Luxor-Cairo - Sleeper train (private twin cabins - 1 night)
  • 1 night of accommodations at 4-Star Jaz Pyramids Hotel in Cairo.
  • 3 nights of accommodations at Dahab Paradise Hotel or similar in Dahab.
  • 1 night of accommodations at 4-Star Jaz Pyramids Hotel or similar in Cairo.

Hotels for 7-night Egyptian Legacy package (7 nights + 1 overnight flight)

  • 2 nights of accommodations at 5-Star Hyatt Centric or similar in Cairo.
  • 4 nights of accommodations at a 5-Star Luxor-Aswan - Nile Cruise Boat - Royal Viking or similar.
  • 1 night of accommodations at 4-Star Steigenberger Al Tahrir or similar in Cairo.

Hotels for 7-night Egypt Express package (7 nights + 1 overnight flight)

  • 1 night of accommodations at 4-Star Cairo Pyramids Hotel in Cairo.
  • 1 night of accommodations at Cairo-Aswan - Overnight train (1st class Talgo seated train, upgrades available)
  • 1 night of accommodations at Doroka Nubian Guesthouse or similar in Aswan.
  • River Nile - Felucca Sailboat (1 night)
  • 1 night of accommodations at 4-Star Eatabe Hotel or similar in Luxor.
  • 1 night of accommodations at Luxor-Cairo - Overnight train (1st class Talgo seated train, upgrades available)
  • 1 night of accommodations at Cairo - Cleopatra Hotel or similar in Cairo.

Attractions & Meals

  • 10 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 2 dinners (10-night Sands & Seas package)

  • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners (7-night Egyptian Legacy package)

  • 5 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 1 dinners (7-night Egypt Express package)

  • Full package of sightseeing tours in small group (max 18) (10-night Sands & Seas package)

    • Giza Pyramids & Sphinx
    • Egyptian Museum
    • Karnak Temple
    • Valley of the Workers
    • Queen Hatchepsut Temple
    • Valley of the Kings (3 tombs)
    • Colossi of Memnon
  • Full package of sightseeing tours in small group (max 18) (7-night Egyptian Legacy package)

    • Giza Pyramids & Sphinx
    • Egyptian Museum
    • Philae Temple
    • Edfu Temple
    • Komombo Temple
    • Luxor Temple
    • Karnak Temple
    • Medinat Habu
    • Queen Hatchepsut Temple
    • Valley of the Kings (3 tombs)
    • Colossi of Memnon
  • Full package of sightseeing tours in small group (max 18) (7-night Egypt Express package)

    • Giza Pyramids & Sphinx
    • Philae Temple
    • Edfu Temple
    • Medinat Habu
    • Queen Hatchepsut Temple
    • Valley of the Kings (3 tombs)
    • Colossi of Memnon

Tour Itinerary at a Glance

10-night Sands & Seas package

  • Day 1: Arrive into Cairo and transfer to hotel
  • Day 2: Cairo, Pyramids, Sphinx & Museum tour. Sleeper train to Luxor (flight upgrade available)
  • Day 3: Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon.
  • Day 4: Sail the River Nile onboard a traditional Felucca sailboat. Explore the immense Karnak Temple complex.
  • Day 5: Leisure Day in Luxor.
  • Day 6: Arrive in Cairo. Optional city & bazaar tour.
  • Day 7:: Drive through Sinai to the Red Sea at to Dahab
  • Day 8: Dahab Free day (snorkeling, scuba diving and other options available)
  • Day 9: A Further Leisure day in Dahab. Stroll around this popular tourist town.
  • Day 10:: Drive back to Cairo.
  • Day 11: Cairo, free time, departure airport transfer.

Egyptian Legacy Tour

  • Day 1: Arrive into Cairo, transfer to hotel
  • Day 2: Cairo, Pyramids & Saqqara tour
  • Day 3: Fly to Luxor, west bank tour, board Nile cruise, Luxor temple
  • Day 4: Luxor, Karnak Temple, sail to Edfu
  • Day 5:: Edfu, cruise to Kom Ombo & Aswan
  • Day 6: Aswan, Abu Simbel option. Philae Temple & Aswan Dam
  • Day 7: Fly to Cairo, Egyptian Museum & optional tours
  • Day 8: Cairo, departure transfer to the airport.

Egypt Express Tour

  • Day 1: Arrive into Cairo, transfer to hotel
  • Day 2: Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx at Giza. To Luxor. Overnight train to Aswan.
  • Day 3: Aswan. Philae Temple & Nubian village Overnight in Nubian guesthouse.
  • Day 4: Aswan, Abu Simbel option, Nile felucca cruise.
  • Day 5: Finish on felucca. Drive to Luxor via Edfu temple. Felucca sailing, to Luxor. Optional Luxor temple at night
  • Day 6: Luxor, West Bank tour. Optional Karnak temple tour. Overnight train to Cairo.
  • Day 7: Dendara and Abydos, to Cairo. Optional Museum & City tour.
  • Day 8: Cairo, Free time. Departure airport transfer.

Call Encounters Travel at (877) 260-3950 for Questions About:

  • Flying from any airport not listed here
  • Extending your trip or traveling on dates not listed here
  • The availability of your desired travel dates
  • Traveling with kids; all travelers, including kids, must purchase a voucher
  • Booking optional tours and upgrades

Optional Tours & Upgrades

Tours:

Sands and Seas Package:

  • Additional city tour in Cairo (Coptic Cairo, Citadel, Khan-el-Khalili bazaar) - $75
  • Tour to Saqqara, Dashour & Memphis - $75
  • 5-day Jordan pre-tour extension - from $795 (plus flight supplement)

Egyptian Legacy tour:

  • Abu Simbel tour by road (incl. entry fee & guide) - $160
  • Additional city tour in Cairo - $75
  • Tour to Saqqara, Dashour & Memphis - $80
  • 5-day Jordan pre-tour extension - from $795 (plus flight supplement)

Egypt Express tour:

  • Abu Simbel tour by road - $160
  • Egyptian Museum & Bazaar tour - $80
  • Tour to Saqqara, Dashour & Memphis - $80
  • Karnak Temple tour - $45
  • 5-day Jordan pre-tour extension - from $795 (plus flight supplement)

Upgrades:

Sands and Seas Package:

  • Upgrade to flight Cairo-Luxor and/or Luxor-Cairo instead of sleeper train - on request

Egypt Express tour:

  • Upgrade the night sleeping on the felucca to an extra night in the Aswan hotel - $80 (twin/double), $120 (single) - including extra transfers
  • Upgrade the overnight train to sleeper train (private twin cabin) $40 p/p (twin/double), $90 (single) - each way.

Need To Know Info

  • Promotional value expires Feb 7, 2025. Amount paid never expires.
  • Book by 2/7/2025, or the promo value expires
  • Limit 1 per person, may buy 3 additional as gifts
  • Reservation required, inclusions/airfare/airline subject to availability
  • Maximum refund on cancellation of $250: 55–42-day cancellation required for $175 refund; 28–41-day cancellation required for $125 refund; 14–27-day cancellation required for $62.50 refund; 14-day to departure for no refund
  • Airfare is non-refundable and non-changeable after booking
  • Must be 18+ to check in, 8+ to travel
  • A credit card is required at booking and check-in
  • Baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier
  • Airfare includes carrier and government taxes & fees
  • Not all tours are handicapped accessible, please contact Encounters Travel at (877) 260-3950 to confirm
  • A passport is required for all travel outside the U.S
  • Before international travel, always check the State Department’s website, http://travel.state.gov, for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements
  • Varied COVID-19 levels and restrictions should be taken into consideration before international travel, find more info by visiting the US Embassy’s site: http://www.usembassy.gov
  • Travelers are responsible for holding a valid passport with at least 6 months validity after their return home
  • Travel insurance is mandatory, purchase from Encounters Travel or arrange your own
  • Hotels listed are preferred properties but alternatives of the same standard may be used on some dates
  • Encounters Travel's [booking conditions apply](https://www.encounterstravel.com/us/p/booking-conditions) to all bookings after vouchers are redeemed
  • Same-sex room shares with another traveler may be available on request
  • Entrance fees payable in Egypt for sites visited - $67 for Sands & Seas; $137 for Egyptian Legacy; $45 for Egypt Express
  • Additional fee to travel solo: $895 for Sands & Seas; $1000 for Egyptian Legacy; $385 for Egypt Express
  • Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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