Dreams of Egypt

Trip Code:4899

(AUD) Twin Share from $11,780pp

Days 13

Nights 10

Steeped in history, romance and legend, a tour of Egypt is one of the grandest adventures a traveller can enjoy. Discover the country from top to toe, from the shores of Alexandria to the immense temples at Abu Simbel, at Egypt’s southernmost edge. En route, be entranced by ancient pyramids, medieval catacombs, Coptic monasteries and colossal statues, and enjoy a Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan.

29 Sep 2026 – 10 Oct 2026
Land only: from $10,480 pp twin share / $13,760 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $12,980 pp twin share / $16,260 pp sole use *
13 Oct 2026 – 24 Oct 2026
Land only: from $9,280 pp twin share / $12,560 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $11,780 pp twin share / $15,060 pp sole use *
26 Jan 2027 – 06 Feb 2027
Land only: from $10,780 pp twin share / $14,360 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $13,280 pp twin share / $16,860 pp sole use *
02 Feb 2027 – 13 Feb 2027
Land only: from $9,880 pp twin share / $13,460 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $12,380 pp twin share / $15,960 pp sole use *
16 Mar 2027 – 27 Mar 2027
Land only: from $10,180 pp twin share / $13,760 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $12,680 pp twin share / $16,260 pp sole use *
23 Mar 2027 – 03 Apr 2027
Land only: from $11,080 pp twin share / $14,660 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $13,580 pp twin share / $17,160 pp sole use *
30 Mar 2027 – 10 Apr 2027
Land only: from $11,080 pp twin share / $14,660 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $13,580 pp twin share / $17,160 pp sole use *
28 Sep 2027 – 09 Oct 2027
Land only: from $10,180 pp twin share / $13,760 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $12,680 pp twin share / $16,260 pp sole use *
12 Oct 2027 – 23 Oct 2027
Land only: from $10,180 pp twin share / $13,760 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $12,680 pp twin share / $16,260 pp sole use *
26 Oct 2027 – 06 Nov 2027
Land only: from $11,080 pp twin share / $14,660 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $13,580 pp twin share / $17,160 pp sole use *
16 Nov 2027 – 27 Nov 2027
Land only: from $10,180 pp twin share / $13,760 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $12,680 pp twin share / $16,260 pp sole use *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice. Land only prices exclude international flights.

Itinerary

DAYS 1 – 2 – Fly To Cairo

Fly overnight to Cairo. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAY 3 – Pyramids of Giza

Spend today exploring the Pyramids of Giza and The Sphinx, followed by the new Grand Egyptian Museum, filled to its brim with an extensive collection of statues, mummies and treasures. Improve your bargaining skills this afternoon when you stroll through the Khan El Khalil Bazaar, where you will find local souvenirs and food stalls.

DAY 4 – Old Cairo

Spend the morning exploring Cairo’s oldest district, the Coptic Quarter, with its impressive churches and the Christian artefact collection at the Coptic Museum. Later, continue to Sakkara, an ancient necropolis famed for its painted catacombs and the Step Pyramid of Djoser.

DAY 5 – Explore Alexandria

Take the desert road to Alexandria, on the coast. This afternoon, you’ll discover Alexandria’s many highlights, from the Roman theatre to the atmospheric Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, dating back to the 2nd century. Pause for a photo at the renovated 15th-century Qaitbay Citadel, once one of the most important defensive strongholds of Africa’s Mediterranean coastline.

DAY 6 – El Alamein and Monastery of St Macarius

This morning, we visit El Alamein, the site of two key battles in WWII. The Allied victory in the second battle was instrumental in ending the Axis threat to Egypt. Explore the military museum and war cemeteries before travelling southeast back to Cairo. Stop en route to visit the still-active Monastery of St Macarius, inhabited by Coptic Orthodox monks since the 4th century AD.

DAY 7 – Cruise The Nile River

Take a short one-hour flight from Cairo to Luxor, where we transfer to the port and board your Nile cruise ship for our four-night cruise. Refresh yourself before this afternoon’s excursions around Luxor’s East Bank. Begin at the Temple Complex of Karnak, famed for the majestic Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic stone columns, along with the Avenue of the Sphinxes and the Sacred Lake.

DAY 8 – Explore West Bank of the Nile

Explore the West Bank of Luxor, one of Egypt’s most stunning landscapes. Admire the mysterious Colossi of Memnon statues en route to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the gigantic funerary complex of Egypt’s second-ever female Pharaoh. This afternoon, visit the Valley of the Kings, resting place of many pharaohs of the New Kingdom. Here, visit the tomb of Tutankhamun along with other richly-painted tombs of your choice. Tonight, we sail for Esna.

DAY 9 – Visit Kom Ombo

Enjoy a morning visit to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt’s most beautiful and well-preserved temples, dating back to the 3rd century BC. Return to the ship for lunch as you cruise on to the town of Kom Ombo, where we visit the unusual double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Horus and Sobek. Sail on to Aswan, where we dock for the next two nights.

DAY 10 – Abu Simbel

Rise early and journey southwest to the iconic twin temples of Abu Simbel, at Egypt’s furthest edge. This atmospheric temple complex, perhaps the greatest in Egypt, is dedicated to Ramesses II, often considered the greatest pharaoh of the New Kingdom. Admire its many halls and imposing statues before returning to the ship in Aswan.

DAY 11 – Aswan

Discover the many highlights of Aswan on this full-day tour. Visit the 111-metre tall Aswan High Dam, see the Unfinished Obelisk in place at Aswan’s ancient quarry, and visit the Temple of Philae on Agilkia Island. After lunch, embark on a felucca (traditional Nile sailing boat) for a leisurely afternoon before our farewell dinner. From here, take a flight back to Cairo.

DAYS 12 – 13 – Fly Cairo To Australia

Fly to Australia, arriving home the following day.

Highlights

Domestic transportation and guided tours included
Accommodation in 3-4 star hotels and on a Nile cruise ship
Visa fees for Australian passport holders covered

Inclusions

International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected).
Domestic transportation.
Touring with guides and entrance fees.
3 – 4 star accommodation.
Visa fees for Australian passport holders.

FAQs

Cairo Sheraton
Helnan Royal Palestine Alexandria Hotel
Le Meridian Cairo Airport Hotel
M/S Tamr
Le Meridian Cairo Airport Hotel

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 13 days and 10 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 29 Sep 2026 and 27 Nov 2027, subject to live availability.

Are there different departure options?

Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.

Can I travel solo?

Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.

Are discounts available?

Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.

Provided by: Wendy Wu Tours

Fine Print

Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
Customary tipping amount approximately US$160pp (AU$246pp) is paid locally in Egypt.
Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights’ accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.

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