THE BEST OF EGYPT
LAND AND LUXURY RIVERBOAT CRUISE
BUCKET LIST 2027
March 17 TO 25 2027
$200.00 Deposit
(905) 471 7843
HI Everyone
BUCKET LIST 2027 - The year we cross amazing experiences off our BUCKET LIST
Ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes make Egypt an irresistible destination, especially in March. If you’ve ever dreamt of cruising down the majestic Nile or exploring the magnificent pyramids, then March might just be your golden ticket.
Awaken your inner explorer on this expedition through the lush river valleys and golden desert landscapes of Egypt. Cruise the Nile past the pharaonic temples of Luxor to the Nubian treasures of Aswan. Your voyage will also take you to the mystical Pyramids of Giza, Tomb of the Nobles and the Sphinx.
Is it safe to go to Egypt- absolutely - all government advisories and travel sites give it a green light with no hesitation. And March is one of the best months to visit! Anytime after April through to late Fall it is far too hot and uncomfortable.
TEMPERATURE -MARCH Egypt has warm days and cool nights. Daytime temperatures usually range from 20°C to 26C while evenings drop to 18°C
Opportunity to arrive early or stay a day late with optional side trips to Alexandria
DAY 1 CAIRO
Welcome to Cairo
Welcome to Cairo, Egypt’s dynamic capital and the start of your journey through the land of the Pharaohs. After your airport transfer Included*), take time to unwind and get settled. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers over a drink. It’s your first chance to connect and get a feel for this extraordinary city.
Welcome
Meet your Travel Director at 19:00
Accommodation Hilton Cairo Heliopolis
DAY 2
Fly to Luxor (Your flight is included) and Embark on Your Nile Cruise
Early this morning you'll meet your Travel Director and fly to Luxor and connect with the remnants of ancient Thebes during a visit to the Temple of Amun and the imposing Avenue of the Sphinx. Board your cruise ship in time for lunch, then visit the Luxor Museum before returning to your cruise ship for dinner.
Accommodation Nile Cruise
Included Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 VALLEY OF THE KINGS Be my Guest Experience
A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings
Journey to the final resting place of Egypt’s Pharaohs, immersing yourself in the ancient history of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon and the Grand Temple of Luxor. Connect With Locals as you enjoy a traditional Be My Guest bite to eat of freshly baked bread with honey and mint tea in the archaeological paradise that is Luxor's West Bank.
Accommodation Nile Cruise
Included Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
Journey to Ancient Kom Ombo
Sail upstream to Kom Ombo, where life remains much as it was a thousand years ago. Standing at the threshold of the imposing Temple of Kom Ombo on the banks of the Nile, you’ll imagine visitors over the centuries arriving to pay homage to the gods Horus the Elder and Sobek. Tour the Temple and learn about its ‘double’ and perfectly symmetrical design for the duo, one side dedicated to the crocodile god, the other to the falcon god. After a captivating encounter with the ancients, enjoy a traditional Egyptian dinner on our cruise boat. Watching the sun set over the shimmering Nile, don your galabeas and toast to legends of the past and new friends.
Accommodation Nile Cruise
Included Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
Onwards to Aswan
Set sail on a traditional felucca across the mighty Nile to voyage around the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener’s Island. On arrival explore the Aswan Dam, built to curb the periodic flooding of the Nile. Our next stop is the Temple of Isis, followed by a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, lying semi-carved in the solid bedrock.
Accommodation Nile Cruise
Included Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
Disembark and Fly to Cairo (Flight Included)
Enjoy a morning at leisure, or perhaps join a once-in-a-lifetime Optional Experience to Abu Simbel, carved into a solid rock cliff in Egypt’s Nubian Valley. As you approach the Great Temple, marvel at the four-seated colossi on either side of the entrance and the elaborate engravings depicting great victories and tributes to the gods. Later this afternoon, fly back to Cairo.
Accommodation Ramses Hilton Cairo
DAY 7
Discover Colorful Cairo
Take in sweeping views over Cairo from the site of the old Citadel before heading inside the Alabaster Mosque. With its elegant domes and Ottoman design, this landmark built by Muhammad Ali Pasha is one of Egypt’s most iconic. Then step inside the Hanging Church of St. Mary, one of the oldest Coptic churches in the country, built over the ruins of a Roman fortress. Enjoy some free time to explore and grab lunch at your own pace. Later, join an Egyptologist at the Grand Egyptian Museum to uncover over 100,000 artifacts, including Tutankhamun’s full tomb collection, from gold jewelry to the famous funerary mask.
Accommodation Ramses Hilton Cairo
Included Meals
Breakfast
DAY 8 Travel Matters
Admire the Wonders of Giza
The Great Pyramids of Giza beckon today and you have an opportunity to embark on a soul-stirring encounter with its treasures – the Colossus of Ramses II, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Be mesmerized by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This evening, gather with your Travel Director and fellow travelers over a drink and snacks to mark your final night in Egypt.
Accommodation Ramses Hilton Cairo
Included Meals
Breakfast
DAY 9
Farewell Cairo
Our epic journey at its end, we say farewell to newfound friends.
Included Meals
Breakfast
INCLUDED
The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- HILTON for all nights off the riverboat
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Four-night luxury Nile Cruise
Flight from Aswan to Cairo
Optional Experiences and free time
Flight from Cairo to Luxor
Flight will be quoted by Trafalgar - you can use points or book on your own. Free transfers -ask me for dates.
Stay an extra day pre or post - I will book hotel.
Final payment January 15 2027
DEPOSIT - $200.00 non refundable deposit EXCEPT to rebook on another trip.
PRICE is $4,543.00 for land and cruise + $552.00 in Egypt flights
Total per person including all taxes $5095.00
Insurance - very important - I will send out info and speak with you personally. Nexion Canada, ULC
380 Wellington Street, Tower B, 6th Floor, London, ON N6A 5B5
HQ Phone # 519.660.6966 TICO Registration # 1549342
TRAFALGAR Cancellation Policy will be sent with deposit.
Single Supplement available but $$ due to riverboat - if you would like a roommate please ask.
INCREDIBLE ADVENTURE!
Call me at (905) 471 7843
warm regard s
LeeAnn
