Felucca Odyssey & Red Sea (5 & 4 Star Hotels)
Felucca Odyssey & Red Sea (5 & 4 Star Hotels)
12 Days Starting and ending in Cairo
Visiting: Cairo, Aswan, Nile River, Luxor, Dahab
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EDF
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 30
Age range:
0-0
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Journey through bustling markets of Cairo, amazing wonders along the Nile and the popular sea resort of Dahab.
Witness some of the most astounding sites from the old world while chilling as you sail on a traditional felucca.
Follow the footsteps of pharaohs, fly over the Luxor valley.
In the end, relax in the cooling waters of the Red Sea to cap off your amazing Egypt tour.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel.
Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members.
Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Cairo or board a cruise for an optional group dinner.
Accommodation
Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star
Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
Group Dinner on Cruise - 35 USD
Day 2: Cairo City Tour, Overnight Sleeper Train
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Set your alarms for 7.30am and fill up on plenty of breakfast before a big day exploring Egypt's iconic Ancient Wonder of the World – the Pyramids and Sphinx! Follow your guide for a tour across the ancient site to learn about the 4,600-year-old wonders. After everyone has had their dose of awe, we'll head out to Sakkara to see the iconic step pyramid built in 2700 B.C. Later in the afternoon, board an overnight sleeper train to Aswan. AccommodationOvernight Sleeper Train Meals IncludedBreakfast, Dinner Included ActivitiesSightseeing of Giza PyramidsSightseeing of SphinxSightseeing of Sakkara Pyramid Entrance FeesGiza Pyramids/Sphinx - 700 EGPSakkara Pyramid - 600 EGP
Day 3: Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up in Aswan, ready to explore on a city tour with your local guide. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk for a look into the incredible building methods used to create the four-sided, hallmark monuments that are placed at the entrances of Egyptian temples. Take some time to walk along the 42-metre long lying bed of granite and learn about its significance from your guide. Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, divine mother of the pharaohs. The temple is set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile. We will then arrive at the hotel for check in at 5.30pm with the option to join a traditional Nubian dinner in the evening. AccommodationTolip Hotel - 5 Star Meals IncludedBreakfast Included ActivitiesAswan City tourSightseeing of Philae TempleSightseeing of Unfinished Obeliks of Aswan Optional ActivitiesNubian Dinner - 32 USD Entrance FeesPhilae Temple - 550 EGP
Day 4: Aswan, Felucca Cruise
Location: Aswan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a free morning to explore Aswan and the banks of the Nile River at your own pace.
If you are feeling up to it in the afternoon, join the optional trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Abu Simbel.
It is a must-do for all keen historians! Then we will hop on board the traditional Felucca sailboat and embark on our 2-night cruise down the Nile River.
Accommodation
Traditional Egyptian Felucca
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerSailing On The Felucca
Optional Activities
Abu Simbel - 120 USD
Day 5: Felucca Cruise On The Nile
Location: Nile River
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is a chill-day sailing down the Nile, watching beautiful scenery and waving to the locals and fishermen.
Whilst absorbing the stunning temples along the coast, sit back and enjoy the relaxing breeze.
Have a dip in the Nile, play volleyball with the local kids and prepare for a local feast on the riverbanks as you watch the sunset with a cold drink in hand.
Accommodation
Traditional Egyptian Felucca
Meals Included
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
Sailing on the Felucca
Day 6: Felucca Cruise On The Nile, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor
Location: Luxor
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Time to bid farewell to our lovely felucca as we hop back onboard the coach and drive north towards Kom Ombo. Visit the Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Next stop will be Edfu, home to one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple was built over 180-years from 237 BC to 57 BC. We'll arrive in Luxor in the late afternoon, before checking out the Luxor Temple in the evening. Explore the dim-light temple after dark and learn from your guide of the temple complexes ancient history, dating back to the 14th century B.C. AccommodationSteigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star Meals IncludedBreakfast Included ActivitiesSightseeing of Edfu TempleSightseeing of Komombo TempleSightseeing of Luxor Temple Entrance FeesEdfu Temple - 550 EGPKomombo Temple - 450 EGPLuxor Temple - 500 EGP
Day 7: Luxor, Overnight Sleeper Train
Location: Luxor
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The West bank of the Nile River awaits you! Follow your guide to the Valley of the Kings, also known as the ‘City of the Dead', home to fancy royal tombs carved into desert rocks and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. Next up, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon. Not to forget, a visit to the vast Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most important religious centres of ancient Egypt with its marvellous temples. Your Egyptologist guide will enlighten you with the most intriguing stories and mythologies from the temple complex. Feeling adventurous? Take to the skies on an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor. In the evening, board an overnight sleeper train to Cairo. AccommodationOvernight Sleeper Train Meals IncludedBreakfast, Dinner Included ActivitiesSightseeing of Valley Of The KingsSightseeing of Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Optional ActivitiesHot Air Balloon - 124 USD Entrance FeesValley Of The Kings - 750 EGPQueen Hatshepsut - 440 EGPKarnak Temple - 600 EGP
Day 8: Cairo City Tour
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up well rested as your overnight sleeper train pulls into Cairo!The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world - Egyptian Museum of Cairo. Home to over 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities, this place will leave you in awe! Then, roam around Cairo stopping by the Citadel of Saladin and the world-famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Make sure to wear your haggling hats and brace for the mayhem! AccommodationSonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star Meals IncludedBreakfast Included ActivitiesSightseeing of CairoSightseeing of Egyptian MuseumSightseeing of Citadel of SaladinSightseeing of Mohammed Ali MosqueSightseeing of Hanging ChurchSightseeing of Bazaar Khan El- Khalili Entrance FeesEgyptian Museum - 550 EGPCitadel of Saladin - 550 EGP
Day 9: Cairo, Nuweiba, Dahab
Location: Dahab
Meals Included: Breakfast
Following an early breakfast, head out to the Red Sea paradise of Dahab. Pack your swimsuit close and ready for a dip in the sea. You'll get plenty of swimming, snorkeling, diving and sunbathing. The perfect way to relax after a week of cultural discovery. AccommodationDahab Paradise Hotel - 3 Star Meals IncludedBreakfast Optional ActivitiesSnorkelling at Blue Hole - 42 USDQuad Biking - 29 USD
Day 10: Dahab
Location: Dahab
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today our Dahab experience starts with an optional snorkeling trip to the famous Blue Hole.
Here you can snorkel off the shore, swim along colourful fish and experience the beauty of the coral reefs.
Dahab is renowned for being one of the best diving destinations in the region, offering an unforgettable experience to divers of all levels.
Depart for St.
Catherine in the evening.
Late at night (about 1:30 a.
m.
on Day 11) start the ascend to Mt.
Sinai, where you'll witness the spectacular sunrise which blankets the surrounding peaks in gold, unveiling one of the best views in Egypt.
Accommodation
Dahab Paradise Hotel - 3 Star
Meals Included
Breakfast
Optional Activities
Camel Trekking
Scuba Diving - EUR 45
Day 11: Dahab
Location: Dahab
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start off the day with a visit to the beautiful St. Catherine Monastery before you drive back to Dahab. Free time to rest up and recharge after the hike. Get to improve your waterskiing or wake boarding skills and ride the waves to cool off. AccommodationDahab Paradise Hotel - 3 Star Meals IncludedBreakfast Included ActivitiesSightseeing of St. Catherine Monastery Entrance FeesSt. Catherine Monastery - 250 EGP
Day 12: Dahab, Sharm El Sheikh, Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Have your final breakfast on us and start bidding farewells to your travel mates.
Drive to Sharm El-Sheikh airport and fly to Cairo airport, where your tour ends.
Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!
Meals Included
Breakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
5 and 4 star hotels, traditional Felucca with access to WC facilities.
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Meals
11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
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Transportation
A/C, modern coach or mini-bus and Felucca.
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Airport Transfer(s)
Arrival and departure transfers on first and last day of the trip
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Tour Guiding
Services of experienced Eqyptologist guides
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Train ( Sleeper Cabin )
Overnight train from Cairo to Aswan, and from Luxor to Cairo (Private 2 berth)
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Tips and gestures
Tips and gestures are not included and are at the discretion of the traveler.
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Entrance fees to the sights and museums
Entrance fees to various sights and museums are not included.
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Optional activities
Optional activities such as hot-air ballooning, camel-trekking, scuba-diving, and quad-biking are not included.
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Other services not stated in the itinerary
Any other services not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary are excluded.
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Felucca cruise?
During the Felucca cruise, you will stay on a traditional Egyptian Felucca sailboat, which offers a unique and traditional sailing experience along the Nile River.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are several optional activities available during the tour, including hot-air ballooning over Luxor, scuba-diving in Dahab, camel-trekking, and quad-biking.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes travel in air-conditioned modern coaches or mini-buses, a domestic flight between Sharm El Sheikh and Cairo, and overnight sleeper trains with private 2-berth cabins.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package. It is recommended that travelers arrange their own insurance.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes the services of experienced Egyptologist guides who will provide insights and information throughout the journey.
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Are entrance fees to sights and museums included in the tour price?
No, entrance fees to various sights and museums are not included in the tour price and will need to be paid separately.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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Free Date Changes
Travel Talk Tours allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Travel Talk Tours requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel talk tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 85% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.