Special Egypt with Alexandria
Cairo, Nile River
Discover Egypt on a group itinerary that combines the great Pyramids, the charm of the Nile, and the rich history of Alexandria.
Day 1: CAIRO
Arrival in Cairo, reception by a local representative, with assistance in Spanish and regular transfer to the hotel. Accommodation for 1 night, with breakfast.
Cairo, the capital of Egypt, is renowned for its pyramids, museums, and archaeological sites. The city houses ancient Egyptian monuments and Islamic religious centers, and is a central point for historical studies and tourist activities.
DAY 2: CAIRO/Aswan - Nile cruise
Breakfast and check-out at the hotel. Transfer to Cairo airport for boarding a flight to Aswan. Disembark and transfer to the port for boarding a cruise along the Nile River. Accommodation for 3 nights, with full board.
On this day, full-day tour of Aswan, with a guide in Spanish or Portuguese (subject to availability and confirmation).
The tour begins at the Aswan Dam, one of the largest engineering works in modern Egypt, essential for the control of the Nile floods and the generation of energy.
Then, visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the Unfinished Obelisk, which reveals the construction techniques used by the ancient Egyptians.
In the afternoon, felucca ride along the Nile River, with a view of the Botanical Gardens and a visit to Elephantine Island and the Aga Khan Mausoleum.
Return to the cruise and have dinner on board.
DAY 3: Nile cruise
Breakfast and lunch on board.
In the afternoon, visit the Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the gods Sabek and Horus, famous for its two entrances and crocodile reliefs.
Return to the cruise and sail to Edfu. Dinner on board.
Optional activity suggestion (not included):
- Visit Abu Simbel (by land or air), located 280 km south of Aswan. Classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, it is a place that is impressive for its grandeur and its importance in the history of Egypt.
DAY 4: NILE
CRUISE Breakfast on board. Visit the Temple of Horus, the second largest temple in Egypt, famous for the preserved hieroglyphics that reveal details about the cult of Horus.
Lunch on board and sail to Luxor.
In Luxor, visit the Luxor Temple, with its rich history from the 18th dynasty to the 14th century, and the Karnak Temple, a 1,500-year-old complex with three main and several smaller temples.
Return to the cruise and have dinner on board.
DAY 5: NILE CRUISE - Luxor/Cairo
Breakfast on board. Visit the Valley of the Kings, an ancient cemetery where many of the New Empire's rulers were buried.
Then, visit the Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic statues of Amenhotep II, the Temple of Queen Hatshpsut, also known as “Deir el Bahri”, dedicated to Amun-Ra, the sun god.
Disembark and transfer to the airport to board a flight to Cairo.
Arrival, transfer to the hotel and accommodation for 3 nights, with breakfast.
DAY 6: CAIRO
After breakfast at the hotel, guided tour in Spanish or Portuguese (subject to availability and confirmation) to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Pyramids of Giza. The complex has three pyramids of the pharaohs: Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus. The main pyramid is that of Cheops, as its chambers and internal tombs are open to visitors. Built with more than 2 million stones, some weighing approximately 2 tons, the dimensions of the pyramids impress and enchant.
Not far from the pyramids is the Great Sphinx of Giza (2,620 BC), carved from natural yellowish limestone and measuring 20 meters high and 60 meters long, combining the head of a pharaoh with the body of a lion.
Next, visit the Papyrus Institute to see how ancient Egyptians made papyri, and the Egyptian Museum in Thair Square, which houses a vast collection of artifacts, including the treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb.
Return to the hotel.
DAY 7: CAIRO - Alexandria - Cairo
Breakfast at the hotel. Full day tour of Alexandria, with a guide in Spanish or Portuguese (subject to availability and confirmation), with lunch at a local restaurant (excluding drinks).
Alexandria, Egypt, was founded by Alexander the Great and has become one of the main historical and cultural centers of the Mediterranean. The city was home to the Alexandria Library and the Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. With a strong Greek, Roman and Egyptian heritage, it is an essential destination for those seeking history, archeology and ancient civilizations.
Visit the New Alexandria Library, one of the largest libraries in the world, built in honor of the Old Alexandria Library.
Then, visit the Pompey Pillar, erected in honor of the emperor Diocletian and the Catatumbs of Kom El Shakafa, an important archaeological site in Alexandria that reveals the fusion between Egyptian, Greek and Roman cultures, with burial chambers and more than 300 mummies.
DAY 8: CAIRO
Breakfast, check-out at the hotel and transfer to Cairo airport.
THIS ITINERARY INCLUDES:
- Domestic air ticket in Egypt between Cairo/Aswan and Luxor/Cairo, in economy class (deductible of 1 suitcase of 20 kg per person);
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo, with breakfast;
- Accommodation for 3 nights on the Nile River cruise, with full board;
- Regular transfers between airport/hotel/airport;
- Travel by air-conditioned transport;
- Regular tours during the Nile River cruise, with a guide in Spanish or Portuguese (subject to availability and confirmation);
- During the navigation: visit to the Kom Ombo and Horus Temples (Edfu);
- Aswan: visit to the High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, felucca tour with a view of the Botanical Garden, Elephantine Island and Aga Khan Mausoleum;
- Luxor: visit to the Temples of Luxor and Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon; - Regular full-day tour of Cairo, with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Papyrus Institute and Egyptian Museum;
- Full day tour of Alexandria, with visits to the New Alexandria Library, Pompey's Pillar, and Kom El Shakafa Catacombs;
- 1 lunch in Alexandria (without drinks);
- Tourist visa granted upon arrival;
- Travel kit.
THIS ITINERARY DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- International airfare between Brazil and Egypt;
- Boarding fees;
- Tourism fees;
- Bank transfer charges related to payment to the foreign supplier;
- Documentation and consular visa expenses not mentioned as included;
- Travel insurance;
- Cancellation insurance;
- Excess baggage;
- Early arrival time (early check in);
- Extension of departure time (late check out);
- Meals not mentioned as included;
- Drinks not mentioned as included;
- Gratuities;
- Luggage service;
- Suggested and/or optional tours and excursions;
- Entrance fees to the places where the tours are visited and suggested and/or optional excursions;
- Restaurant reservations for a fee of USD 10 to USD 30;
- Personal extras such as: laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages, extra food, tips, minibar consumption and everything that is not mentioned as included in the itinerary.
Amounts indicated in foreign currency should be considered as the quotation published on our site on the day of payment.
| Departures in 2025 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Month | Dias | Values |
| October | 16, 23 and 30 | See values below |
| Nov | 6, 13, 20 and 27 | |
| December | 4, 11, 18 and 25 | |
| Departures in 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Month | Dias | Values |
| January | 1st, 8, 16, 22 and 29 | See values below |
| Feb | 5, 12, 19 and 26 | |
| March | 5, 12, 19 and 26 | |
| Apr | 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 | |
Check the value of the corresponding outputs according to the values tab
| prices for domestic air travel in Egypt and land, per person, starting from | |||||
| SUPERIOR CATEGORY - VALID FROM 01/10/2025 TO 30/04/2026 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Hotel | Room | It includes | Double | Individual |
| Cairo | Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo or comparable | Standard Room | Breakfast | 3,107 | 4,439 |
| Nile River | MS Movenpick Cruises | Standard Cabin | Full board | ||
| Cairo | Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir Cairo or comparable | Standard Room | Breakfast | ||
| prices for domestic air travel in Egypt and land, per person, starting from | |||||
| SUPERIOR CATEGORY/luxury - VALID FROM 01/10/2025 TO 30/04/2026 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Hotel | Room | It includes | Double | Individual |
| Cairo | Hyatt Regency Cairo West or comparable | Standard Room | Breakfast | 3,462 | 4.727 |
| Nile River | Farah Nile Cruise | Standard Cabin | Full board | ||
| Cairo | Hyatt Regency Cairo West or comparable | Standard Room | Breakfast | ||
Additional Information
- Group outings follow an established schedule. Voluntary changes by the traveler to the itinerary or to accommodations are not allowed. The local operator reserves the right to make modifications to better accommodate the group's experience.
- The itinerary is carried out in a group (minimum 2 travelers and a maximum of 10 travelers), with departures on pre-determined dates and with places subject to confirmation.
- Full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner (without drinks).
- Amounts subject to change without notice and subject to availability and confirmation upon reservation request.
- The amounts entered are NOT valid for festive periods and major events in the cities.
