could you please confirm what is the single supplement for this trip? Alternatively I am happy to share with another woman on the tour.

The single supplement of £500 applies if you request this or if a female room share can't be arranged.

If choosing to stay an extra day or 2 in Hurghada, what additional costs would there be to finish the described tour in Cairo?

An extra night in Hurghada is currently priced at US$100 per person, per night. The domestic flight upgrade, which includes the domestic flight and two transfers, is currently priced at US$140 per person.

Do you get single travellers and what is the charge for someone travelling alone?

We do have single travellers on our tours quite often and you'd be very welcome to join one of our departures. The single supplement would then be added should there be no same gender traveller that is interested in sharing. We do try our best to pair our travellers up. Single room supplement: Price from $490 per person/s. This option books a single room in all the accommodation throughout the tour.

Are we going to be on a Nile cruise boat for this trip?

A specific Nile cruise boat is not guaranteed on this tour as we work with a number of different cruise operators. In Egypt, tourist numbers are a bit low at the moment, which is why many companies won't guarantee sailings until closer to the travel date, when they have their final booking numbers. If booking numbers aren't sufficient, then cruises are consolidating bookings onto fewer ships, rather than sailing with lots of half empty boats. All of the boats we use are of 5-star level though and include en-suite cabins, swimming pool and all meals whilst onboard.

What boat is used for the Nile river Cruise?

The Nile Cruise boats we use are a good 5* standard boats, like M/S Hames or similar. The have large windows but no balcony. There is the option to upgrade to a different boat with a balcony.

Can you please confirm that we should book flights to Cairo if we want to join this tour?

The tour definitely starts and ends in Cairo and you should book flights into Cairo.

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In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
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Itinerary

Day 1
Cairo
Optional Activities
- Pyramids with sound and light show
- Nile dinner cruise and show
Day 2
Cairo - Aswan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit the Sphinx
- Tour the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops)
- Tour the Pyramid of Khafre (Chephern)
- Tour the Pyramid of Menkaure (Mycerinus)
- Guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) highlights including Tutankhamun exhibit
- Domestic flight transfer from Cairo to Aswan
- Hotel transfer in Aswan
Optional Activities
- Climb inside the pyramids (limited tickets available, on your own)
- GEM re-visit package to explore the museum further during scheduled free time
Landmarks
Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops)
Pyramid of Khafre (Chephern)
Pyramid of Menkaure (Mycerinus)
Sphinx
Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Day 3
Aswan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Boat trip to Philae Temple
- Visit to traditional Nubian village and local families' homes
- Exploration of Nubian culture and customs
Optional Activities
- Abu Simbel overland excursion (UNESCO World Heritage Site with temples carved by Ramses II)
Landmarks
Philae Temple
Abu Simbel
Day 4
Aswan to Edfu
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nile sailing and leisure time on cruise boat
- Visit Kom Ombo Temple
- Visit Temple of Horus at Edfu
Landmarks
Kom Ombo Temple
Temple of Horus at Edfu
Day 5
Edfu to Luxor
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Detailed visit to Temple of Horus at Edfu
- Nile sailing and passing through Esna lock
- Guided evening walking tour of Luxor Temple with illuminated views
Landmarks
Luxor Temple
Esna Lock
Day 6
Luxor
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Valley of the Kings with tomb exploration
- Visit Deir el-Medina ancient village
- Visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Visit Colossi of Memnon
- Visit Karnak Temple complex with expert guide
Optional Activities
- Hot air balloon flight over West Bank at sunrise (early start required)
Landmarks
Valley of the Kings
Deir el-Medina
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple
Day 7
Luxor to Hurghada
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Check-in to 5-star resort
- Access to all resort facilities including pool, beach, and recreational activities
Day 8
Hurghada
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Beach relaxation and swimming
Optional Activities
- Windsurfing
- Kitesurfing
- Glass-bottomed submarine tour
- Quad biking in the desert
- Camel ride along the shore
- Sea fishing
- Exploration of marina and old town
Day 9
Hurghada to Cairo
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided walk through central Cairo bazaars and back streets through Bab al-Futuh gateway
- Tea and shisha experience
- Kushari meal
Landmarks
Bab al-Futuh
Khan-el-Khalili bazaar
Day 10
Cairo
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Half-day tour of Coptic Cairo and the Citadel
- Half-day tour of Saqqara, Dashour, and Memphis pyramid sites
- Day trip to Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast
- Day trip to Valley of the Whales at Wadi Rayan World Heritage Site
Landmarks
Citadel
Coptic Cairo
Saqqara
Dashour
Memphis
Wadi Rayan Valley of the Whales
Alexandria

Landmarks
Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops)
Pyramid of Khafre (Chephern)
Pyramid of Menkaure (Mycerinus)
Sphinx
Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

Landmarks
Philae Temple
Abu Simbel

Landmarks
Kom Ombo Temple
Temple of Horus at Edfu

Landmarks
Luxor Temple
Esna Lock

Landmarks
Valley of the Kings
Deir el-Medina
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple

Landmarks
Bab al-Futuh
Khan-el-Khalili bazaar

Landmarks
Citadel
Coptic Cairo
Saqqara
Dashour
Memphis
Wadi Rayan Valley of the Whales
Alexandria

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monicalahirihoherchak
November 11th, 2020
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This was a wonderful trip! Our tour guide Shariff was amazing-he knew how to manage our group, finding ways to make...
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Dear Monica, Thanks for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback and for the great ratings too. I hope that we'll have the opportunity to arrange another tour for you at some point in the future.
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RobbieEdgar
November 2nd, 2020
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Take it! I didn't want to go but my wife made me and the tour was great! So much too see ! The had everything...
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Reply from: Encounters Travel
Dear Robbie, I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoyed our Gods of Egypt tour, despite this not being your first choice of vacation. It's great to hear that your felt the trip was well organised and that you had no worries whilst in Egypt. I hope that you'll join us again in the future.
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Diana
Asked on October 10th, 2022
could you please confirm what is the single supplement for this trip? Alternatively I am happy to share with another woman on the tour.
Single supplement
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written October 2022
  The single supplement of £500 applies if you request this or if a female room share can't be arranged.
C
Craig
Asked on May 11th, 2022
If choosing to stay an extra day or 2 in Hurghada, what additional costs would there be to finish the described tour in Cairo?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written May 2022
  An extra night in Hurghada is currently priced at US$100 per person, per night. The domestic flight upgrade, which includes the domestic flight and two transfers, is currently priced at US$140 per person.
K
Kristen
Asked on April 15th, 2022
Do you get single travellers and what is the charge for someone travelling alone?
Single supplement
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written April 2022
  We do have single travellers on our tours quite often and you'd be very welcome to join one of our departures. The single supplement would then be added should there be no same gender traveller that is interested in sharing. We do try our best to pair our travellers up. Single room supplement: Price from $490 per person/s. This option books a single room in all the accommodation throughout the tour.
- K
  Kristen
  Traveler•Written April 2022
  Can you give me an idea as to what the supplemental cost for single person would be? When is your busiest season?
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written April 2022
  Our busiest time in Egypt would be around October - November. Aug & September does tend to get busy too with family travellers due to the school holidays. Single room supplement: Price from $490 per person/s. This option books a single room in all the accommodation throughout the tour.
A
Abigail
Asked on March 1st, 2017
Are we going to be on a Nile cruise boat for this trip?
Other
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written March 2017
  A specific Nile cruise boat is not guaranteed on this tour as we work with a number of different cruise operators.
  
  In Egypt, tourist numbers are a bit low at the moment, which is why many companies won't guarantee sailings until closer to the travel date, when they have their final booking numbers.
  
  If booking numbers aren't sufficient, then cruises are consolidating bookings onto fewer ships, rather than sailing with lots of half empty boats. All of the boats we use are of 5-star level though and include en-suite cabins, swimming pool and all meals whilst onboard.
B
Brett
Asked on October 1st, 2016
What boat is used for the Nile river Cruise?
Transport
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written October 2016
  The Nile Cruise boats we use are a good 5* standard boats, like M/S Hames or similar. The have large windows but no balcony. There is the option to upgrade to a different boat with a balcony.
E
Evelyn
Asked on October 1st, 2016
Can you please confirm that we should book flights to Cairo if we want to join this tour?
Flights / Transfers
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written October 2016
  The tour definitely starts and ends in Cairo and you should book flights into Cairo.

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Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

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Booking needs min. 2 travelers

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- 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.
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- 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.
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- For any tour departing before May 23rd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 23rd, 2026, 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 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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