Felucca Odyssey & Red Sea (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

Felucca Odyssey & Red Sea (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

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Felucca Odyssey & Red Sea (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

12 Days Starting and ending in Cairo

Visiting: Cairo, Aswan, Nile River, Luxor, Dahab

Tour operator:

Travel Talk Tours

Tour code:

EDF

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

25 - 30

Age range:

0-0

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours, Sailing

Interests:

Cultural

From: $2950 $1475 Operator discount: -$1475 -50%

NB: Prices correct on 24-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

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

  • Explore the bustling Khan el-Khalili Bazaar and beautiful Citadels and Mosques in Cairo.

  • Enjoy a 3-night stay in Dahab, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and snorkelling in the Red Sea.

  • Visit Egypt's most impressive wonders, including the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Valley of the Kings, and Karnak Temple.

  • Sail the Nile on a traditional Felucca sailboat for a 2-night cruise.

  • Discover the ancient temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus.

  • Witness the spectacular sunrise from Mt. Sinai after a night ascent.

  • Experience optional activities like hot-air ballooning over Luxor and scuba-diving in Dahab.

Places You'll See

Aswan

Luxor

Cairo

Aswan

Luxor

Cairo

Itinerary

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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.





Accommodation

Overnight Sleeper Train

Meals Included

Breakfast, Dinner

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Giza Pyramids

Sightseeing of Sphinx

Sightseeing of Sakkara Pyramid

Entrance Fees

Giza Pyramids/Sphinx - 540 EGP

Sakkara Pyramid - 450 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.





Accommodation

Tolip Hotel - 5 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Aswan City tour

Sightseeing of Philae Temple

Sightseeing of Unfinished Obeliks of Aswan

Optional Activities

Nubian Dinner - 32 USD

Entrance Fees

Philae Temple - 450 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.





Accommodation

Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Edfu Temple

Sightseeing of Komombo Temple

Sightseeing of Luxor Temple

Entrance Fees

Edfu Temple - 450 EGP

Komombo Temple - 360 EGP

Luxor Temple - 400 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.





Accommodation

Overnight Sleeper Train

Meals Included

Breakfast, Dinner

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Valley Of The Kings

Sightseeing of Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Optional Activities

Hot Air Balloon - 124 USD

Entrance Fees

Valley Of The Kings - 600 EGP

Queen Hatshepsut - 360 EGP

Karnak Temple - 450 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!



Accommodation

Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Cairo

Sightseeing of Egyptian Museum

Sightseeing of Citadel of Saladin

Sightseeing of Mohammed Ali Mosque

Sightseeing of Hanging Church

Sightseeing of Bazaar Khan El- Khalili

Entrance Fees

Egyptian Museum - 480 EGP

Citadel of Saladin - 450 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.





Accommodation

Dahab Paradise Hotel - 3 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Optional Activities

Snorkelling at Blue Hole - 34 USD

Quad 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.





Accommodation

Dahab Paradise Hotel - 3 Star

Meals Included

Breakfast

Included Activities

Sightseeing of St.

Catherine Monastery

Entrance Fees

St.

Catherine Monastery - 225 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

  • Accommodation

    5 and 4 star hotels, traditional Felucca with access to WC facilities.

  • Meals

    11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

  • Transportation

    A/C, modern coach or mini-bus and Felucca.

  • Airport Transfer(s)

    Arrival and departure transfers on first and last day of the trip

  • Tour Guiding

    Services of experienced Eqyptologist guides

  • Train ( Sleeper Cabin )

    Overnight train from Cairo to Aswan, and from Luxor to Cairo (Private 2 berth)

What's Not Included

  • Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.

  • Tips and gestures

    Tips and gestures are not included and are at the discretion of the traveler.

  • Entrance fees to the sights and museums

    Entrance fees to various sights and museums are not included.

  • Optional activities

    Optional activities such as hot-air ballooning, camel-trekking, scuba-diving, and quad-biking are not included.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Over 20 years

Reviews of this operator

Jessie Mae Sia  

My travel talk experience was great and memorable

24-Feb-2021

My travel talk experience was awesome and fantastic. Me and my husband was on their Morocco and Turkey tours in 2019, they operated their tours in a culturally fun manner and the tour guides were very nice and very approachable. It exceeded our expection, we love to come back with them in our future travel. Thank you travel talk you made our 2019 as one of our memorable year!

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Jes Snowden (Google Reviewer)  

The Best of Turkey by...

10-Sep-2024

The Best of Turkey by Land was fantastic! If it’s a “tour” of Turkey you’re seeking, this one is the pick of them all. We travelled to the most spectacular locations, and experienced breathtaking moments and views, in every stop! Our tour guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and talked us through the history of the land. He was friendly and very patient, considering the hours he puts into his tours. Mus was able to swap the days activities for some days to ensure we were given the best opportunity for photo’s and leas tourists in other locations. Our bus drivers did an amazing job getting us to all locations safely! Thank you Ahmet & Ali, you are superstars… Highlights for us were Gallipoli, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Fethyie and hot air ballooning in Cappadocia. The group consisted of all ages, which worked out to be a good mix. The weather varied between 25 - 36 degrees throughout the trip, so be sure to pack the sunscreen and portable fan. Hotels varied, each one having it’s own idiosyncrasies, but overall very good. Some of the days were extremely long but we got through them.. I’d recommend this tour to anyone that wants a taste of the beautiful land that Turkey is ☺️

Courtney Godden (Google Reviewer)  

First time doing a tour...

28-Jul-2024

First time doing a tour overseas, wow what an amazing experience. Smaller tour group which was awesome, great hotel choices, professional transportation services and saw the best of Turkey in 12 days. Our tour guide Aykut's hospitality was second to none, he went above and beyond for every member of the group. His knowledge of his country's history and culture was outstanding and explained in a memorable way for a lasting memory. Aykut's has extensive experience as a tour guide and it shows in every way, many special tips from living/growing up in Turkey. Aykut's planning meant everything ran smoothly making our only job to turn up with your belongings and enjoy your experience. Thank you again Aykut for going the extra mile, making sure places had gluten free options for me and for all the funny jokes ☺️

elle mcdowell (Google Reviewer)  

We had an amazing time...

10-Jul-2024

We had an amazing time on our 12 day tour of Turkey! Our guide Yild was attentive, always was there to help us make the most of our trip and great fun! Would definitely recommend this tour to others!!

Stephani Ferrari Dalto (Google Reviewer)  

I’m about to finish my...

18-Oct-2024

I’m about to finish my Essential Turkey trip with Travel Talk (October 12th- for 10 days) and had an amazing experience! Our guide Mustafa was fantastic. He took care of every little detail and made sure everyone in our group (42 people, a great mix of ages) was happy and well looked after. I traveled with my mom, and this trip was the perfect way to get a quick, but comprehensive, view of what Turkey has to offer. This was my second time with Travel Talk, and I would definitely choose them again for future adventures!

Samantha Treadwell (Google Reviewer)  

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I...

13-Aug-2024

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I cannot recommend the best of Turkey by Gulet for 12 day tour enough. On this tour we were able to see all parts of turkey from the coast line to the major cities and immerse ourselves in the culture and history! Mustafa is the best tour guide who priorities experiences, learning and safety of all tour participants (he also doubles as a comedian so ensures many laughs are had). From sailing on the Mediterranean Sea, experiencing the best food and culture in Istanbul, to paragliding over Pamukkale springs, and finally ticking off the bucket list moment of hot air ballooning over Cappadocia, this has been a trip not to forget. I cannot recommend this tour enough and would encourage anyone going to turkey to book this trip with Travel Talk!

Steph Burnettt (Google Reviewer)  

Thank you Mustafa & Travel...

06-Oct-2024

Thank you Mustafa & Travel Talk for an extraordinary 10 day trip of Turkey. A beautiful country indeed. We had a great time visiting all the sites. Mustafa’s sense of humour and abundance of knowledge made it all the more enjoyable. Definitely recommend this tour.

Victoria McCullough (Google Reviewer)  

I did the travel talk...

26-Aug-2024

I did the travel talk turkey tour with mus. He's an awesome guide full of local knowledge. There had been wild fires at Gallipoli so rearranged our itinerary to allow us a chance to visit which we did! I spent 3 days on the gulet and was a great way to relax. Would highly recommend the tour as a way to visit turkey and would do it again.

Leigh Anaru (Google Reviewer)  

Just finished the 10 day...

30-Apr-2024

Just finished the 10 day ANZAC tour in Türkiye. Wow what an experience! The tour although busy was jam packed with amazing experiences made all the more richer by our highly knowledgable and very funny guide Aykut. The bus was full of 44 Aussies and Kiwis which would've been no easy feat to control. Aykut and our drivers Naci and Sevki were kind and patient making our long drives enjoyable. Gallipoli was a bucket list of mine, and what a beautiful humbling experience it was, especially the following day tour of the cemeteries. Other than that highlight, the early morning hot air balloon and all the other sites the Kapadokya offers was pretty special too. I will be using Travel Talk again. 5 stars!

Bec Wood (Google Reviewer)  

We did the 11 Day...

26-Apr-2024

We did the 11 Day Anzac Tour of Turkey. It. Was. Phenomenal. My husband and I absolutely love Turkey and were excited to explore the country. Highlights were definitely the Hot Air Balloons in Cappadocia and the privilege of attending the Dawn Service at Anzac Cove. A bucket list item ticked off. This was my second Travel Talk in 2024 and I would absolutely do another one in the future. The tour was organised and our guide, Mustafa, was fantastic.

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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.

  • 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.

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