Wendy Wu Dreams of Egypt

Giza
See Egypt’s most iconic landmarks, the Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza

Nile Cruise
Enjoy a 4nt cruise from Luxor to Aswan, taking daily excursions to explore

Temple of Luxor
On the east bank of the Nile, discover one of Ancient Egypt’s largest and most significant religious centres

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
See this architectural masterpiece, built for one of Egypt’s first female pharaohs.

Day 1: Fly to Cairo
Fly to Cairo, arriving late the same day. You will be met and transferred to your hotel
Dinner

Day 2: Pyramids of Giza
Today’s touring starts with the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, followed by the Egyptian Museum. In the afternoon you will visit the famous Khan El Khalili bazaar, known for its jewellery and traditional coffee houses.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3: Old Cairo & Sakkara
This morning, explore the Coptic Quarter, one of Cairo’s oldest. See its impressive church and visit the Coptic Museum to see its collection of artefacts. Later, continue to Sakkara, an ancient necropolis famed for its painted catacombs.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: Explore Alexandra
Depart after breakfast for Alexandria via the desert road. On arrival you will be taken on a city tour that includes the Roman theatre, the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa and you will visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a defensive fortress located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: El Alamein
This morning, visit El Alamein, the site of two key battles in WWII. 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.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Luxor’s East Bank
Tale a short flight to Luxor where you’ll board your cruise ship for a 4 night cruise. Enjoy some time to settle before heading out to visit the Complex of Karnak. Here you’ll see the Hypostyle Hall and the Avenue of Sphinxes
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7: Explore West Bank
This morning, see the Colossi of Memnon on your way to visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Later on, visit the Valley of Kings where you’ll see the tomb of Tutankhamun. Tonight, sail towards Esna.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8: Edfu & Kom Ombo
Enjoy a visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu this morning, before heading back to the ship for lunch. Head ashore in Kom Ombo to see the unique double temple, dedicated to Horus and Sobek. Sail on to Aswan.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9: Abu Simbel
Wake up early to make the journey to the temples of Abu Simbel, dedicated to Ramesses II. Admire its many halls and the imposing statues before returning to Aswan.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10: Discover Aswan
Take a full day tour of Aswan today. Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and the Temple of Philae, located on an island in the Nile. After lunch, enjoy a relaxing sail on a traditional felucca before returning for dinner. Then, take a flight back to Cairo.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 11: Fly Cairo to UK
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
Breakfast

Explore the Temples of Abu Simbel
Visit the temples built here for Ramesses II, where you can enter the underground halls to admire the artworks

Cruise the Nile is style
Explore the Nile in style on a 4-night cruise aboard the 5* MS Tulip. Renovated in 2018, the Tulip offers 56 air-conditioned staterooms, all outward facing.

Discover the Valley of Kings
The richly decorated pharaonic tombs of the Valley of the Kings never fail to impress. Follow in the footsteps of Howard Carter and visit the atmospheric tomb of Tutankhamun, the boy king, followed by additional tombs of your choice.

• International flights
• 10nts in 4* accommodation
• All meals: 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 10 dinners
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
• Visa fees for UK passport holders

Classic

These tours are designed for those who wish to see the iconic sites and magnificent treasures of Japan on an excellent value group tour whilst travelling with like-minded people. The tours are on a fully-inclusive basis so you’ll travel with the assurance that all your arrangements are taken care of. You will be accompanied by our dedicated  and  professional  National  Escorts  and  local  guides,  whose  unparalleled  knowledge  will  turn  your holiday into an unforgettable experience.

The maximum number of people per group for this tour is 24.

This tour has a Level 1 fitness rating. This means that a reasonable level of fitness is required but it’s more about spending time on your feet rather than covering large distances. You’ll be getting on and off coaches and boats, walking around the sights and climbing some steps.

Important Information: Prices are available on request and will include all mandatory charges, taxes, and fees applicable to your booking. Some destinations may have local taxes or resort fees payable on arrival; these will be clearly confirmed in your personalised quote.