Splendors of Egypt, a Women-Only Tour
Splendors of Egypt, a Women-Only Tour
Splendors of Egypt, a Women-Only Tour
12 Days Starting and ending in Cairo
Visiting: Cairo, Luxor, Dendera Temple of Hathor, Edfu, Aswan, Aswan , Kom Umbu, Giza
Tour operator:
Tour code:
XB945N20
Specialist Group:
Women Only
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Interests:
Tour Overview
Cruise the Nile, gain insights into the art of belly dancing, and explore the splendors of Egypt on this 12-day women-only tour. Enjoy a sundowner at the Old Cataract Hotel, where Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie once dined. Continue down the Nile to Luxor to see the Valley of the Queens and the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs — including the famous Tutankhamun — are buried. In Cairo, see the oldest pyramid in the world, the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, before traveling to see one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: The Pyramids of Giza. Here, stand face-to-face with the towering sphinx and later, see a sound and light show dance across the stones. Enhance your experience discovering culture by meeting local women and learning about the history of papyrus.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino.
Welcome to the timeless land of the pharaohs. On arrival at Cairo Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have time to relax and sample the hotel’s amenities after your journey.
Day 2: Fly To Luxor, Cruise The Nile
Location: Cairo, Luxor
Accommodation: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning, fly to Luxor and visit the huge temple complex of Karnak. Walk through the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes to stand among the columns of the Hypostyle Hall. Later, transfer to your cruise ship, your home for the next seven nights. After lunch on board, take a walk through the Luxor Museum, witness ancient artefacts.
In the evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a Welcome Drink followed by dinner. The rest of the evening is yours at leisure.
Day 3: Exploring Dendera And On To Edfu
Location: Dendera Temple of Hathor, Edfu, Luxor
Accommodation: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A day of legend and history awaits you today as you begin with a morning visit to the Temple of Hathor in Dendera. One of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, it contains a rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarian, whose father was Julius Caesar. At lunchtime return to your ship and enjoy a scenic journey via the Esna Lock to Edfu.
Day 4: Edfu To Aswan
Location: Edfu, Aswan
Accommodation: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start the day with breakfast as you cruise along the Nile to Kom Ombo before continuing to the city of Aswan. Famous for its archaeological sites, such as the Philae Temple Complex and the Temple of Isis, Aswan is a vibrant destination that portray an agreeable mix of ancient and contemporary Egypt. In the evening, enjoy a fun-filled Egyptian dinner and galabeya party.
Day 5: Aswan’S High Dam & Temple Of Isis
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Egypt offers endless possibilities for the curious traveler. Visit the High Dam, then travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis rising from the waters of the Nile on the Island of Philae. Meet the women behind a local women’s center on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and see scrap materials come to life as they are turned into fine handicrafts. The organization provides an important source of income for the vulnerable women of the co-op. Delve into the history of papyrus in Egypt and learn the art of belly dancing. The rest of the day is free to unwind or join an Optional Experience learning about the intricacies of henna artistry.
Day 6: Feluccas And Sundowner
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner
Throughout your journey you’ll have seen many feluccas sailing along the Nile. Now it’s your time to explore one for yourself. On this traditional vessel, you’ll meet a local sailor who will teach you about the ancient art of sailing. As the sun starts to fade, enjoy cocktails and canapes at the historic Old Cataract Hotel, just like Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie once did before you. The hotel is rumoured to be where Christie wrote her bestselling novel, “Death on the Nile.”
Day 7: Free Time And On To Kom Ombo Relaxed Start
Location: Aswan , Kom Umbu
Accommodation: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
With the morning free, perhaps join an Optional Experience to Abu Simbel? These temples overlook Lake Nasser and are made up of the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Hathor. Later, sail to Kom Ombo to visit the only double temple of Egypt, dedicated to two gods: the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus the Elder.
Day 8: Cruising The Nile To Luxor
Location: Luxor, Kom Umbu
Accommodation: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cruise along the majestic waters of the Nile. Immerse yourself in the premium service on board and have your cameras at-the-ready for the sights as you leisurely make your way to Luxor. Indulge your culinary side during an Egyptian Cooking Class making traditional moussaka. In the evening, Conclude the day visiting Luxor Temple, where you dock for the night.
Day 9: Explore Luxor And Fly To Cairo
Location: Luxor, Cairo
Accommodation: Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino.
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, disembark from your cruise and travel to the west bank of the Nile. Delve into history seeing both the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings where many pharaohs were buried, including Hatshepsut, Amenhotep I and Tutankhamun. Enhance your discovery visiting the Valley of the Queens. This site houses over 75 tombs belonging to queens of the 19th and 20th dynasties and to other members of the royal families, including the tomb of Nefertari and the Ramesside princes. Later, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo.
Day 10: Cairo Sightseeing
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 11: Cairo And The Pyramids Of Giza
Location: Cairo, Cairo, Giza
Accommodation: Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Memphis, the famous capital of the ancient world. See the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Great Alabaster Sphinx. Continue to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest pyramid in the world, dating back to 2700 B.C. In the afternoon, arrive at Giza to explore the magnificent pyramids. Here you’ll come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx. During your visit, venture inside one of these ancient wonders to see the chambers where the pharaohs were sent to meet their gods in the afterlife.
Day 12: Depart Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your wonderful journey ends with transfers to Cairo International airport.
Check out our Q&As
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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