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Egypt’s Battlefields and Pharaohs (13 Days) - Small Group Tour | Forward Travel
Four-night Nile cruise accommodation on a full-board basis
Private air-conditioned vehicle for all ground transportation
Airport arrival and departure transfers
English-speaking Egyptologist guide
Guided visits and sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
Entry fees to all included archaeological sites, museums, temples, and monuments
Felucca sailing excursion in Aswan
Siwa Oasis desert excursion by 4WD
All local taxes and service charges
Exclusions
International flights
Domestic flights within Egypt
Egyptian entry visa fees
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, cruise crew, and hotel staff
Meals not specifically listed in the itinerary
Alcoholic beverages and other drinks unless stated
Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs
Optional excursions, including Abu Simbel and Philae Temple visits
Any item not specifically listed under Included
Will This Trip Suit You?
Want a comprehensive introduction to Egypt's pharaonic, Greco-Roman, and modern history.
Interested in both Ancient Egypt and Second World War military history.
Enjoy archaeological sites, museums, temples, and historical landmarks.
Want to combine a Nile cruise with desert and oasis experiences.
Appreciate a mix of cultural touring and scenic landscapes.
Prefer guided travel with expert historical interpretation.
Want to visit iconic sites such as Giza, Karnak, Luxor, Alexandria, and Siwa in one itinerary.
Prefer beach-focused or resort-style holidays.
Dislike long road journeys, particularly between Cairo, El Alamein, Siwa, and Alexandria.
Have mobility limitations that make walking on uneven archaeological terrain difficult.
Uncomfortable with hot desert climates, especially in Siwa and Upper Egypt.
Prefer highly active adventure travel or extensive trekking.
Want significant free time rather than structured sightseeing.
✦Ready when you are
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