Amazing Egypt from Madrid
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS
PRICE FROM
€1,649
DEPARTS ON
8th 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 8th September.
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These are the highlights of the trip:
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
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.
Full Board
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
DEPARTURES 2025
Special direct flight to Egypt from Madrid! One departure only on 8th September.
SELECTED HOTELS OR SIMILAR
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.
PRICE INCLUDES
- 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
REMARKS
- 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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