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Pharaonic Encounters - Encounters Travel

Pharaonic Encounters

7 days
•
4.9
(7)
Start and end in Cairo
Tour Operator:
Encounters Travel
Max group size:
18
Age range:
8 to 95
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
24074
Hygiene Measures:
Included
Private available:
From
US $1,095
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Plan your adventure:

Places You’ll See

  • Cairo
    Cairo
  • Luxor
    Luxor
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Highlights

  • Visit the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids in Giza
  • Enjoy a walking tour of the Luxor Temple
  • Uncover the secrets of the Valley of the Kings
  • Explore the chaotic markets around the Khan El Khalili bazaar

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Itinerary

Start and end in Cairo! With the In-depth Cultural tour Pharaonic Encounters, you have a 7 days tour package taking you through Cairo, Egypt and Luxor,. Pharaonic Encounters includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive into Cairo, transfer to hotel
  2. Day 2 Cairo, Pyramids, Sphinx & Museum tour
  3. Day 3 Luxor, West Bank tour, free time
  4. Day 4 Luxor, Karnak temple
  5. Day 5 Luxor, free day and optional tours
  6. Day 6 Cairo optional tours, Old Cairo & Khan-el-Khalili bazzar walk
  7. Day 7 Cairo, Free time, departure airport transfer
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What's Included

  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Hotel
5 nights
    Sleeper Train
    1 night

      Operated by Encounters Travel

      4.5
      (867)

      Encounters Travel is an adventure tour operator, based in the UK but with representatives in Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. We run a wide selection of cultural and adventurous tours around the world, each carefully designed to help you get the most out of the country you're visiting. Our tours range from historical sightseeing and Nile cruises in Egypt, through to long strenuous treks and white water rafting in Nepal or swimming with whales in Tonga. You can join other travellers on a small group departure, or personalise and tailor-make an itinerary for you to enjoy privately. Whatever your preference, we have a team of experienced travel consultants ready to advise you and help arrange your next great adventure!

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      Customer Reviews

      • Overall Rating
        Excellent
        4.9
      • Itinerary
        Excellent
        4.7
      • Guide
        Excellent
        5.0
      • Transport
        Excellent
        4.9
      • Accommodation
        Good
        4.0
      • Food
        Good
        4.0
      • Tour Operator
        Encounters Travel
        4.5
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      • Lowest First
      • A
        · December 30th, 2019
        My first experience in Egypt and the Encounters Travel team made it great. I had a wonderful time.
        Encounters Travel commented on this review
        Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Egypt holiday, and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
        Trip date: June 2019
        Review collected by Encounters Travel
      • A
        · December 30th, 2019
        The tour leader went above and beyond. The tour guides were very informative. I had a great time.
        Encounters Travel commented on this review
        Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Egypt holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
        Trip date: June 2019
        Review collected by Encounters Travel
      • A
        · December 30th, 2019
        Other than the train ride being a bit scare the overall trip was wonderful.
        Encounters Travel commented on this review
        Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Egypt holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
        Trip date: June 2019
        Review collected by Encounters Travel
      • A
        · December 30th, 2019
        The tour leader went above and beyond to make it a great experience and headache free!
        Encounters Travel commented on this review
        Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Egypt holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
        Trip date: June 2019
        Review collected by Encounters Travel
      • A
        · December 30th, 2019
        Would have loved more time at the pyramids but loved the trip nonetheless
        Encounters Travel commented on this review
        Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Pharaonic Encounters holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
        Trip date: March 2019
        Review collected by Encounters Travel
      • A
        · December 30th, 2019
        It was my first time in Egypt and it was great! I'll be back!
        Encounters Travel commented on this review
        Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your Sands & Seas holiday and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
        Trip date: March 2019
        Review collected by Encounters Travel
      • KM
        · July 23rd, 2019
        Very informative and great service very well organised
        Encounters Travel commented on this review
        Hi Komninos, thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed our Pharaonic Encounters tour and we hope that you'll join us again in the future!
        Trip date: July 2019

      Dates & Availability

      7 days
      Pharaonic Encounters
      From Cairo to Cairo
      No credit card fees

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        3 Jun, 2023
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      Frequently Asked Questions

        • Are there any available extra options eg. camel rides/donkey rides/nubian dinner etc.?

          We don't offer any donkey rides on this tour, however you'll have the opportunity to take a short camel ride whilst at the Pyramids. Our local guides whilst on the tour will help you to arrange this.

        • Where can I find more detailed information about this tour?

          A trip note will be given, which contains essential information about your trip - the daily itinerary, where to meet on the first day, what time the trip starts, how to get to the joining point hotel, included activities, visa information, etc. Please contact us for this.

        • I'll be arriving earlier than the scheduled tour, will it matter, especially with the accommodation?

          Day 1 is just an arrival day so it doesn't really matter what time you arrive on this day, though you'll only be able to access your hotel room from 2pm. At the end of the tour, the final day is also just a departure day so you can leave at anytime, though you'll need to vacate your hotel room by 12 midday.

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        Good to Know

        • Currency
          £
          Egyptian Pound
          Egypt
        • Plugs & Adapters

          As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

          Type C
          Egypt
          Type E
          Egypt
          Type F
          Egypt
        • Vaccines
          • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
          • Typhoid - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
          • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
          • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 2 months before travel.
          • Rabies - Recommended for Egypt. Ideally 1 month before travel.
          • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Egypt. Ideally 10 days before travel.
        • Visa
          • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
          • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
        • Payment information
          • For any tour departing before May 30th, 2023 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 30th, 2023, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Encounters Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
          • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Encounters Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
          • The following cards are accepted for "Encounters Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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          Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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