Off the beaten track – to the hidden treasures of Egypt
From SFr. 3’350.-
13-day Egypt round trip – off the beaten track
Experience Egypt in a unique way with our 13-day Egypt round trip “Off the beaten track – to the hidden treasures of Egypt”. This extraordinary route not only takes you to the world-famous pyramids of Giza, but also to less-visited places such as Fayoum, El Minya, Amarna, Sohag and Dendera.
Finally, an unforgettable Nile cruise awaits you on board the luxurious M/S Salacia. Enjoy the trip on the Nile and visit impressive temples in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan.
This trip combines the major highlights with unknown cultural treasures – ideal for anyone who wants to experience Egypt more intensively and off the beaten track.
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Travel program in detail
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Even before you pass through passport control, an AdamTravel representative will welcome you with a warm smile. We will guide you through the immigration formalities – including visa support – and ensure a smooth start to your trip. Afterwards, our comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle will take you directly to your hotel (e.g. Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel or equivalent). Once there, you can arrive at your leisure. Over a refreshing welcome drink, we will go through your travel program together and answer any questions you may have.
Day 2: Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum
Visit to the Giza Plateau with the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Then visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) in Giza. Lunch on the way. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 3: Historic Cairo
Visit to the Al-Darb Al-Ahmar district, the citadel of Salah El Din, the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Sultan Hassan Mosque and the Ibn Tulun Mosque. Lunch included. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 4: Fayoum - El Minya
Drive to Fayoum. Visit to Qarun Lake, Wadi Rayan National Park, Gabal Al Modawara and the Wale Cemetery. Picnic lunch on the way. Continue to El Minya and check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5: El Minya - culture and history
Visit to Tuna El Gabal (including the tomb of Isadora, Pet-Osiris), Al-Ashmunia (open museum, baboon statues, basilica church) and Beni Hasan with its rock tombs. Overnight stay in El Minya.
Day 6: Amarna & Assiut
Visit to Tell El Amarna (former capital of Akhenaten) with royal tomb. Continue to Assiut with a visit to the monastery of Al Muharraq and the rock tombs of Meir. Overnight stay in Sohag.
Day 7: Abydos & Dendera - pure temple art
Visit to the Shonet El Zebeeb fortress, the Temple of Seti I in Abydos and the Temple of Hathor in Dendera. Then continue to Luxor. Overnight stay in Luxor.
Day 8: Embarkation in Luxor
Transfer to the 5* Nile cruise. After lunch, visit to the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Dinner and accommodation on Board.
Day 9: Luxor west bank - drive to Edfu
Visit to the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon drive to Edfu. Overnight stay on board.
Day 10: Edfu & Kom Ombo
Visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Continue to Kom Ombo and visit the temple of Sobek and Horus. Continue to Aswan. Overnight stay on board.
Day 11: Aswan - High Dam & Philae
Visit to the High Dam, the unfinished obelisk and the Philae Temple, which is dedicated to Isis and Hathor. Overnight stay on board.
Day 12: Return flight to Cairo
Disembarkation and transfer to Aswan airport. Return flight to Cairo and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 13: Journey home
After an enjoyable breakfast at the hotel, it’s time to say goodbye – to the warm sun, the wide blue sky and the incomparable hospitality of the Egyptians. Your personal AdamTravel representative will be waiting for you in the lobby to help you check out and accompany you to the airport in a private vehicle.
Of course, we will also assist you with the departure formalities – attentively, reliably and cordially, as you have come to expect from us.
Pack not only your suitcases, but also the many memories of a country full of history, joie de vivre and warmth. We wish you a pleasant flight home and look forward to seeing you again – perhaps soon on a new trip with AdamTravel through Egypt.
Realization of the trip at the indicated price with min. 2 persons. For less than 2 people there is an extra charge.
Please note: A change in hotel selection to a consistent category may occur at any time and without notice.
Accommodation
Hilton Pyramids Golf Resort, Cairo (5*)
Grand Aton Hotel, El Minya (4*)
Diamond Azur Hotel, Sohag (4*)
5 * with full board
Sonesta St. George Hotel, Luxor (5*)
5 * with full board
MS Salacia Nile Cruise (5*)
5 * with full board
Prices
May to September
Prices per person- Single room: SFr. 5’650.-
- Double room: SFr. 3’569.-
October - April
Prices per personSingle room: SFr. 6’670
Double room: SFr. 4’165
Services included
- Welcome and assistance at all airports
- All transfers with air-conditioned private vehicles
- 4 nights in Cairo with breakfast and dinner
- 2 nights in El Minya with breakfast and dinner
- 1 overnight stay in Sohag with breakfast and dinner
- 1 overnight stay in Luxor with breakfast and dinner
- 4 nights on a 5* Nile cruise with full board
- All sightseeing according to the program (privately guided ashore, guided in the cruise group)
- Entrance fees according to program
- Lunch according to itinerary
- Flight Aswan – Cairo
- Mineral water on excursions
- Luggage service if required
- All taxes and fees
Services not included:
- International flights (Depending on the season, prices are around CHF 500-800 with Swiss or EgyptAir. Direct flights from Switzerland to Egypt, flight duration approx. 3.5 to 4 hours. You can book the flight yourself or leave it to us).
- Entry visa for Egypt (Available on arrival at the airport, approx. USD 25)
- Optional excursions
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Travel time
- 13 days / 12 nights
Note
- The itinerary may change due to weather, technical or organizational reasons. The aim remains to implement all program items in the best possible way.
Your travel advisor
Contact our advisor
Tarek Adam