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3 nights aboard a Nile cruise on a full-board basis
Breakfast daily, plus meals specified in the itinerary
All sightseeing tours and excursions listed in the itinerary
Entry fees to attractions included in the itinerary
Private Egyptologist guide during scheduled touring
All cruise sightseeing and shore excursions included in the itinerary
All airport, hotel, and cruise transfers
Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
Motorboat transfer to Philae Temple
Horse-drawn carriage transfer to Edfu Temple
Baggage handling and porterage where available
Service charges and local taxes
Exclusions
International flights
Domestic flights
Egyptian entry visa
Travel insurance
Meals not specifically listed in the itinerary
Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, bottled drinks, and specialty beverages
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, cruise staff, and hotel personnel
Optional activities and excursions
Personal expenses, including laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs
Additional hotel services or special requests
Anything not specifically listed under Inclusions
Will This Trip Suit You?
Want a concise introduction to Egypt's most famous archaeological sites.
Interested in pharaonic history, temples, tombs, and pyramids.
Enjoy a balance of guided touring and independent leisure time.
Want to experience a Nile cruise without committing to a longer itinerary.
Like combining cultural sightseeing with beach relaxation.
Prefer comfortable accommodation and organised logistics.
Appreciate expert commentary from a private Egyptologist guide.
Enjoy seeing both Upper Egypt and the Red Sea in one trip.
Prefer highly active or adventure-focused travel.
Dislike early starts for sightseeing and transfers.
Have difficulty walking on uneven surfaces, stairs, or sandy ground.
Want an in-depth exploration of Egypt's lesser-known archaeological sites.
Prefer fully independent travel rather than guided touring.
Looking for a dedicated diving or snorkelling holiday.
Require fully accessible facilities throughout the itinerary.
✦Ready when you are
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