Egypt On A Shoestring

All inclusive Bastet Travel for 8 days offers maximum Egypt at minimum price. Stare in wonder at the Giza pyramids and float down the Nile River on a felucca. Embrace the culture and meet remarkable people as you dine on traditional fare with a local Egyptian family in a Nubian village, Aswan. You'll enjoy basic accommodation and transport to the popular sights in Egypt. Walk through the Valley of the Kings or explore Karnak at Luxor – it's your call. Don't just dream of Egypt, wake up in the "Land of the Pharaohs" and open your eyes to adventure. check out our Egypt tours and book now.
 

CHILDREN POLICY:

0 - 01.99 Free
2 - 05.99 pay 25% of the tour price
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12 years and over pay the full price of the trip per adult person

Route

A CairoB AswanC Pyramids Gardens

Day 1Welcome

Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting

Day 2Pyramids of Giza

Tour the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx before a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum. Catch an overnight train to Aswan. Head straight to the pyramids and soak in the history of these majestic structures. Later, visit the Egyptian Museum to see more ancient artifacts. In the evening, board an overnight train to Aswan.

Day 3Aswan ( Nubian village & Elephantine Island )

Explore Aswan before visiting a Nubian village and enjoy a home-cooked dinner with a local family. Enjoy some free time in the morning to browse the souk or walk along the Nile. Later, board a felucca (local boat) to reach Elephantine Island and visit a Nubian village. Walk around the small community, and then enjoy a traditional dinner at a local home.

Day 4Abu Simbel

Spend the day exploring Aswan. Opt to visit the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel. One of the fascinating sights in the area is the Temple of Abu Simbel. Later, opt for a half-day tour of the Unfinished Obelisk, High Dam, and Philae Temple. Then visit the modern Nubian Museum to learn more about Aswan’s local people.

Day 5Sail the Nile on a felucca

Sail the Nile on a felucca with a support boat. Sleep onboard under the stars. Board the felucca. Then spend the rest of the day out on the river and a night under the stars.

Day 6Kom Ombo Temple

Enjoy a guided visit to Kom Ombo Temple before driving to Luxor. En route, then visit the Temple of Karnak.

Day 7Luxor ( Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings, & the Temple of Hatshepsut )

Visit the Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Then enjoy lunch with a local family on the West Bank of the Nile. Cross to the West Bank. Visit the massive 18m (59ft)-high Colossi of Memnon, which is all that remains of an ancient temple. Descend the narrow corridors and check out the tombs of the pharaohs at the Valley of the Kings. The Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut seems to rise out of the surrounding limestone outcrops. Enjoy lunch with a local family on the West bank of the Nile and then explore Luxor at your own pace. Finally, get the train back to Cairo

Day 8Bid farewell

Arrive in Cairo where the tour ends on arrival in the morning. We highly recommend booking pre- or post-accommodation to explore this vibrant city.

 Inclusion

  • Meet-and-assist services upon arrival and departure
  • Transportation on private air-conditioned vehicles
  • Accommodation in 4-star hotel, including breakfast
  • All sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan including English-speaking Egyptologist guides, all entrance fees, and transfers
  • Sleeper Train (Cairo-Aswan; Luxor-Cairo)
  • Portage when needed
  • All service charges and taxes

 Exclusion

  • International Airfare
  • Gratuities/Tipping (Recommended).
  • Drinks and any personal expenses
  • Entry visa to Egypt
  • Entrance fees: to the burial chambers of the pyramids and the tomb of King Tutankhamen in the Valley of the Kings.
  • Camel ride around the pyramids area ($20.00 US Dollars for a 15-20-minute ride)
  • Optional night activities not included as part of the itinerary