Abu Simbel Sun Festival Oct 2024

Highlights

• Abu Simbel - Visit this awe-inspiring temple at sunrise to witness the incredible phenomenon of the Abu Simbel Sun Festival
• Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza, explore the Necropolis of Saqqara and see King Tut's treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum
• Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and explore the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
• Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night
• Aswan - Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island to explore romantic Philae Temple and wander around the colourful souqs
• Nile cruising - Spend 3 nights on board a 5-star Nile cruiser and cruise the River Nile in style from Aswan to Luxor
• Kom Ombo - Visit the Nile side Temple of Kom Ombo

Included in Price

• Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 3 dinners
• 5 nights 4-5 star hotels, 3 nights aboard 5 star Nile Cruiser (en suite cabin)
• Overnight train from Cairo to Aswan (Private 2 berth sleeper cabin)
• Overnight bus journey (3.5 hrs) to Abu Simbel, with Nile Cruiser to freshen up and rest prior to the festival event
• Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 10
• Economy class flights from Luxor to Cairo
• Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan and Luxor
• Guided visit to Abu Simbel at sunrise for the Sun Festival of King Ramses II including Abu Simbel and Sun Festival entrance fee
• Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology
• All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

NOT included in price

• International flights and visa
• Tip for your tour guide - we recommend you allow USD$8 per day, per traveller for your guide, though ultimately tipping is an entirely personal gesture
• Entrance Fees: USD$100–120pp, paid in local currency

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

Tour Variations

Abu Simbel Sun Festival Feb 2025 (11 Days)

SUN FESTIVAL TOUR: Discover the ancient wonders of Egypt, enjoy a 5-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor and experience the incredible Abu Simbel Sun Festival in February 2025. Marvel at the Pyramids of Giza, explore Luxor's tomb-strewn Valley of the King...

Next Departure: 18-Feb-2025
Starting at: USD 2,605.00

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