Amazing Egypt from Madrid

8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

PRICE FROM

€1,649

DEPARTS ON

8^th September

Egypt from Madrid

This trip covers all the essential sights of Egypt, with every detail arranged for you. Start with a direct flight to Luxor, where you’ll board your Nile cruise. Over four nights, visit the temples of Karnak and Luxor, explore the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan, all with guided visits and time on board your ship. Enjoy full board throughout, except for dinner on day of arrival and breakfast on day of departure. More about the Temple of Karnak (opens in a new tab).

Fly from Aswan to Abu Simbel for a dedicated tour of the famous temples (no overnight coach journeys), then continue by air to Cairo for two nights in your chosen hotel. In Cairo, visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, Sakkara, Memphis, the Egyptian Museum, the Citadel, and the Grand Bazaar, with meals included where stated. Your local guides handle the details, including airport transfers and entrance tickets.

Hotels and ships are chosen for quality and comfort. The itinerary may adjust visits to suit flight times, but all sites are covered.

Inclusions: flights, transfers, accommodation, guided visits, full board and drinks with meals. Exclusions: visa, other drinks, and tips (detailed before booking). You get a true ‘Egypt in full’ experience, without the logistical headaches or missed highlights. Book your place for the Madrid departure on 8^th September.

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Estos son los puntos destacados del viaje:

MADRID

LUXOR

ESNA

EDFU

KOM OMBO

ASWAN

ABU SIMBEL

CAIRO

MADRID

Day 1: Egypt from Madrid begins – Arrival in Luxor

Your adventure begins with a special direct flight from Madrid to Egypt, landing in to Luxor, the legendary city on the banks of the Nile. On arrival, our team will greet you and assist with visa procedures. Transfer to the dock and board your Nile cruise. Dinner on board and your first taste of a land full of history and mystery.

Dinner & Bed

Day 2: Luxor, Karnak and Luxor Temples – Cruise to Esna and Edfu

Breakfast on board. Morning guided visit to Karnak and Luxor temples, true masterpieces of Ancient Egypt. Wander through Karnak’s hypostyle hall, see the millennia-old obelisks and colossi, and experience the mystery of the Theban Necropolis with the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch on board. Afternoon cruise down the Nile and through Esna lock towards Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.

Full Board

Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo – Temples on the Nile

Breakfast on board. Morning visit to Edfu’s Temple of Horus, the best preserved in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god. Continue sailing towards Kom Ombo to see the unique temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, gods of the Nile and healing. Lunch and dinner on board as the cruise continues towards Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.

Full Board

Day 4: Aswan – The High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and southern landscapes

Breakfast on board. Morning visit to the impressive High Dam and the legendary Unfinished Obelisk, silent witness to pharaonic grandeur. Free time to enjoy the scenery or take part in optional activities. Lunch and dinner on board. Overnight in Aswan, with the unique charm of southern Egypt.

Full Board

Day 5: Abu Simbel and flight to Cairo

Breakfast on board (may be picnic style depending on flight time). Transfer to the airport for the flight to Abu Simbel and a tour of the majestic temples carved from the rock, dedicated to Ramses II and Nefertari, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to the airport and flight to Cairo. Arrival, transfer and check-in at the hotel.

Full Board

Day 6: Cairo – Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Sakkara

Full Board

Breakfast at the hotel. A day dedicated to exploring the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, and Sakkara, birthplace of the step pyramid. Lunch at a local restaurant included. Afternoon visits or free time. Return to the hotel for overnight.

Day 7: Cairo – Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Grand Bazaar

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Egyptian Museum, where you’ll discover pharaonic treasures and the famous mask of Tutankhamun. Continue to the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque, with spectacular views over Cairo. Lunch at a local restaurant. Free time in the Khan el Khalili Grand Bazaar to soak up the Egyptian atmosphere. Return to the hotel for overnight.

Full Board

Day 8: Cairo – Return to the Madrid

Breakfast at the hotel. At the appointed time, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight home. End of our services and an unforgettable experience along the Nile and Egypt’s wonders.

Breakfast

SALIDAS 2025

Special direct flight to Egypt from Madrid! One departure only on 8^th September.

HOTELES PREVISTOS O SIMILARES

Carefully selected accommodation in superior hotels and Nile cruise (or similar). Comfortable twin rooms for rest after each day’s exploration. All facilities offer modern services and personalised attention, both on board the cruise and at Cairo hotels. Final accommodation list will be sent prior to departure.

EL PRECIO INCLUYE

Return direct flights as per itinerary
4-night Nile cruise on full board
Hotel in Cairo with breakfast
Airport-hotel and hotel-airport transfers
Visits and excursions as per the programme
Local English-speaking guides
Travel insurance
Airport taxes included
All meals as detailed in the itinerary

OBSERVACIONES

Order of visits may change without affecting content.
Hotels and ships may be replaced with similar category if needed.
Prices subject to availability and possible changes in taxes or conditions.

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