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The online itinerary is based on a 3-star hotel. This quotation is based on a 5-star hotel, Sheraton Hotel. The only available room is a club room which is at a higher category than the standard rooms. The price for one person is US$2055 for travel between 6 and 9 October 2023. Included: 3 nights accommodation in 3-star hotel (upgrades available) All meals indicated in the itinerary (3 breakfasts, one dinner) 24hr airport arrival and departure transfers at the start and end of your trip Professional Egyptologist tour guide for all sightseeing tours Services of our team of permanent representatives in Cairo Private AC vehicles for all road journeys indicated Excluded: International flights Travel insurance (compulsory) Egyptian Tourist Visa Meals, drinks & snacks not mentioned in the itinerary Any other items not mentioned in the itinerary

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Cairo City Break

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Gold Operator: Encounters Travel
Ancient Wonders: Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 99
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Cairo
Cairo
Optional Activities
- Extra day in Cairo - pre-tour
Day 2
Cairo - Giza - Saqqara
Cairo - Giza - Saqqara
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Giza pyramids
- Visit to the Sphinx
- Guided tour of Saqqara
Optional Activities
- Climbing inside one of the pyramids (limited tickets available - cannot be guaranteed)
Landmarks
Pyramid of Khufu
Pyramid of Khafre
Pyramid of Menkaure
Great Sphinx of Giza
Step Pyramid of Djeser
Day 3
Cairo
Cairo
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner cruise on River Nile with Sufi and belly dancer performances)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Grand Egyptian Museum
- Visit to the Citadel
- Visit to Khan al Khalili bazaar
- Dinner cruise on River Nile with entertainment
Landmarks
Grand Egyptian Museum
Citadel of Saladin
Khan al Khalili
River Nile
Day 4
Cairo to Airport
Cairo to Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extra day in Cairo - post-tour
- Day trip to Alexandria
- Day trip to Valley of the Whales

Landmarks
Pyramid of Khufu
Pyramid of Khafre
Pyramid of Menkaure
Great Sphinx of Giza
Step Pyramid of Djeser

Landmarks
Grand Egyptian Museum
Citadel of Saladin
Khan al Khalili
River Nile

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Brian5.0•March 2024
Overall, the tour was exactly as advertised - from airport pickup, exellent guides, good vehicles and good hotels.
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Our trip started in Namibia, where the itinerary promised visits to the seals, sand dunes, Kamanjab, Windhoek, and four game drives in Etosha National Park. Unfortunately, the reality was quite different — we only had one game drive, and none of the other listed locations (seals, sand dunes, Kamanjab, or Windhoek) were visited. There was also an optional game drive offered for £80, but the timing (1:30–3:30 p.m.) was only disclosed after payment. This time of day is when wildlife tends to hide, so the experience was largely disappointing — had I known the schedule in advance, I wouldn’t have opted in. Overall, Namibia was a major disappointment compared to what was advertised. The tour improved dramatically once we crossed into Botswana. The experience in Chobe National Park was outstanding — one of the best safaris I’ve ever been on. Our guide, Rati, was excellent: knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about her work. The optional Delta flight was a highlight, offering incredible views. We chose the camping option, which turned out to be comfortable and well-organized. The tents were easy to set up and pack away, and the meals were tasty. I appreciated that vegetarian meals were provided for me throughout the trip. The tour concluded in Victoria Falls, where we arranged our own activities to finish off the journey. Overall, while the Namibia portion was disappointing, the Botswana section and our time at Victoria Falls more than made up for it. With a few itinerary adjustments and better communication, this could have been an excellent trip from start to finish.Show more
KIM5.0•July 2025
It was awhile ago that I took this tour but it was absolutely FANTASTIC! Wonderful guide and driver. He was...
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How much is the hotel upgrade and how do you select the option to upgrade?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written July 2023
  The online itinerary is based on a 3-star hotel. This quotation is based on a 5-star hotel, Sheraton Hotel. The only available room is a club room which is at a higher category than the standard rooms. The price for one person is US$2055 for travel between 6 and 9 October 2023.
  
  Included:
  3 nights accommodation in 3-star hotel (upgrades available)
  All meals indicated in the itinerary (3 breakfasts, one dinner)
  24hr airport arrival and departure transfers at the start and end of your trip
  Professional Egyptologist tour guide for all sightseeing tours
  Services of our team of permanent representatives in Cairo
  Private AC vehicles for all road journeys indicated
  
  Excluded:
  International flights
  Travel insurance (compulsory)
  Egyptian Tourist Visa
  Meals, drinks & snacks not mentioned in the itinerary
  Any other items not mentioned in the itinerary

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Cairo City Break

Itinerary

Introduction

Cairo

Optional Activities

Cairo - Giza - Saqqara

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Cairo

Included Activities

Cairo to Airport

Optional Activities

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