Luxury 5 Star Egypt

• Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply

• Return domestic flight (economy class) in Egypt: Cairo to Aswan & Luxor to Cairo

• 3-night 5-star boutique Nile Cruise aboard a Dahabiya Sailboat from Aswan to Luxor with a maximum of 16 cabins
• Dock in destinations large cruise vessels cannot visit
• Stay in an elegant large, outside river-view cabin or upgrade to a terrace suite
• Enjoy breakfast, lunch & dinner on board with soft drinks included
• Complimentary tea and coffee during meals on board
• Free soft drinks at minibar with daily refills
• All shore-side Dahabiya excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
• Entrance fees to all sights as per itinerary between Aswan and Luxor
• Egyptologist guide during your excursions
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

• 8 nights in 5-star luxury hotel accommodation on tour

• Enjoy 22 meals including 5 traditional lunch at restaurant & all meals while cruising 

• Two bottles of mineral water daily

• English-speaking Egyptologist Tour Leader and Guide

• Airline taxes and surcharges

• Entrance fees as per itinerary

• Transportation by air-conditioned private vehicles

• Return airport and cruise port transfers

All of the previous inclusions, plus the following:

• 3 nights in a 5-star luxury beachfront all-inclusive resort on the Red Sea

• Enjoy 7 additional meals

• One-way domestic flight: Hurghada to Cairo 

• English-speaking tour leader 

• Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)

• Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes. (Does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)

• Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location. (See checkout for details)

• Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class. (See checkout for details)

• Preferred Airline: Fly with a preferred airline. (See checkout for details)

• Please note: Extra charges may apply. See the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details.

Today, you will begin your journey to Cairo, Egypt.
Please note: Some departures may occur on day 0 due to flight scheduling and availability. Affected customers must be available to depart the day before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documents, issued 4-6 weeks before departure.

Meals included: In-Flight

Salām 'alaykum! Your tour awaits! Once you’ve arrived in Cairo, you will meet a representative at the airport and be transferred to your hotel.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: None

After breakfast, get ready to meet your Egyptologist guide for a visit to the enigmatic Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza. At 500 feet high and 750 feet wide at its base, the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops), the only survivor of the Seven Great Wonders of the ancient world, is a breathtaking structure built from enormous stone blocks with a white limestone covering.
After taking some token pictures, it’s time to visit the Pyramid of Chephren. The top part retains the original facing of smoothly finished stone, showing how the pyramids would have appeared back in ancient Egyptian times. Besides the pyramid, you will see the Great Sphinx stretching out over 45 metres, carved out of a natural rocky outcrop. Afterwards, marvel at the pink granite slabs on the pyramid of Mycerinus, the smallest of the three pyramids.
Your tour continues with a visit to Memphis, one of the most important cities in Egypt. From the 3rd millennium BC, this 'City of the Dead’ was the capital of ancient Egypt when King Menes unified upper and lower Egypt. At the end of today’s tour, you will see the first real pyramid in ancient Egypt, the Pyramids of King Zoser in Saqqara. Look back on all the fantastic snaps from the day while you are transferred to your hotel.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

Today is a big day filled with culture! In the morning, enjoy a guided tour of the famous Egyptian Museum in Cairo. It's the richest museum of Egyptian antiquities worldwide and contains pharaonic treasures from over 5,000 years ago. The rectangular building has a large dome on the ground floor containing massive exhibitions.
Afterwards, you will visit the medieval Salah El-din citadel, an Islamic-era fortification in Cairo against the Crusaders. Explore this ancient fortress and marvel at its brilliant domed ceilings, suspended lights, and commanding views of Cairo. The citadel houses the Alabaster mosque of Muhammad Ali.
You will then drive to Old Cairo and visit the Coptic Cairo, a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church, The Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in the Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius Church (Abu Serga). In the evening, feel free to explore Cairo at your leisure.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

This morning, it’s time to check out and be transferred to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon your arrival, meet your English Egyptologist Guide and visit the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to worshipping the Goddess of Love, Isis. Take a short motorboat ride to the majestic Philae Temple on Philae Island. Philae Island is a rocky island in the middle of the River Nile, and the Temple was an ancient pilgrimage centre for the cult of Isis. This sacred site was revered from the Pharaonic era to the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine periods.
Afterwards see the "Aswan High Dam”, an embankment dam built across the Nile in Aswan between 1960 and 1970.

Overnight: Movenpick Hotel or similar, Aswan

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

This morning you are transferred to the embarking port to begin your 4-night 5-star boutique cruise along the beautiful Nile River. Board a Dahabiya boat to follow the Nile in leisurely comfort.
Sailing to Kom Ombo. Upon arrival visit the Kom Ombo Temple. It was built during the Ptolemaic period on the site of an older temple, on one of the most beautiful river bend locations of the Nile River. The temple was dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god that features in the weighing of the heart ceremony of the afterlife. Return back to the Dahabiya ship and enjoy the evening onboard.

Overnight: Iris Dahabiya Sailboat or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Today sail towards Selselah Temple.
Here, the Nile, flowing between two mountain ranges, is at its narrowest. You will usually be the only visitor at this fascinating site, as large Nile cruisers cannot stop here. After visiting the small temple of Horemheb and walking through the sandstone quarries, where ancient Egyptians cut stone for many of their most famous temples, you will visit a picturesque café to enjoy tea and shisha (waterpipe). 
You will then sail to a picturesque riverbank where you will stop for lunch and swimming.
Afterwards, sail to Edfu. 
Stop by an island to enjoy a traditional dinner and music with the locals.

Overnight: Iris Dahabiya Sailboat or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

After breakfast, join your tour guide and visit the extraordinary and best-preserved ancient Greek-built Temple of Horus at Edfu. The Temple of Horus was the 'home' and cultural centre of the falcon God Horus of Behdet (the ancient name for Edfu) and it was built on a rise to escape the annual flooding of the Nile then back on board, sail towards Esna City and cross the famous Esna lock. 

Overnight: Iris Dahabiya Sailboat or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Check out and meet your guide & transfer from Esna to visit the West Bank of Luxor for a tour of the Valley of the Kings, known as the ‘gateway to the afterlife’. Ancient Egyptians built impressive hidden tombs for their pharaohs, the most famous in recent times is Tutankhamun's tomb, discovered and excavated in 1925 by Howard Carter. (Tutankhamun's tomb is not included). The beautiful painted frescoes found on each tomb is a testament to the tomb-owners life, as well as the intricate rites to ensure an exalted afterlife alongside the pantheon of gods. The guide will give explanations of the tombs to be visited from outside, because you are not allowed entry, the beautiful Temple of Der el Bahari, dedicated to the funerary cult of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Statues of Memnon.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then transfer to the hotel for check in & overnight.

Overnight: Hilton Luxor Hotel or similar, Luxor

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

After breakfast visit the amazing Luxor Temple and the biggest temple in the world, Karnak Temple, both dedicated to the worship of the god 'Amun-Re'.
Located in the heart of the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Thebes, modern day Luxor, the Temple of Luxor, was begun by Senusrit I, one of the pharaoh's of Egypt's 12th dynasty Middle Kingdom and completed by the well known New Kingdom Pharaoh Ramses II. Karnak, was dedicated to the chief god 'Amun-Re'.
Connecting the two temples is an avenue of sphinxes leading towards Karnak's many beautifully colonnaded courtyards, chapels, statues and the towering pink granite obelisk of Hatshepsut. Keep your eyes peeled for ancient original colourings within the etched hieroglyphics.
After lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure strolling through the colourful and famous age-old souks of Luxor.

Overnight: Hilton Luxor Hotel or similar, Luxor

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo.
Upon arrival, be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure in the Egyptian capital.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is free at leisure. This mega city's constant buzz and noise are a product of its 22 million inhabitants. Tap into the energy of the place Egyptians call Umm Ad Dunya – the mother of the World.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, at the appropriate time, be transferred to the airport for the flight back home.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note: Some flights may arrive +1 day later.

Today, you will begin your journey to Cairo, Egypt.
Please note: some departures may occur on day 0 due to flight scheduling and availability. Affected customers must be available to depart the day before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documents, issued 4-6 weeks before departure.

Meals included: In-Flight

Salām 'alaykum! Your tour awaits! Once you’ve arrived in Cairo, you will meet a representative at the airport and be transferred to your hotel.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: None

After breakfast, get ready to meet your Egyptologist guide for a visit to the enigmatic Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza. At 500 feet high and 750 feet wide at its base, the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops), the only survivor of the Seven Great Wonders of the ancient world, is a breathtaking structure built from enormous stone blocks with a white limestone covering.
After taking some token pictures, it’s time to visit the Pyramid of Chephren. The top part retains the original facing of smoothly finished stone, showing how the pyramids would have appeared back in ancient Egyptian times. Besides the pyramid, you will see the Great Sphinx stretching out over 45 metres, carved out of a natural rocky outcrop. Afterwards, marvel at the pink granite slabs on the pyramid of Mycerinus, the smallest of the three pyramids.
Your tour continues with a visit to Memphis, one of the most important cities in Egypt. From the 3rd millennium BC, this 'City of the Dead’ was the capital of ancient Egypt when King Menes unified upper and lower Egypt. At the end of today’s tour, you will see the first real pyramid in ancient Egypt, the Pyramids of King Zoser in Saqqara. Look back on all the fantastic snaps from the day while you are transferred to your hotel.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

Today is a big day filled with culture! In the morning, enjoy a guided tour of the famous Egyptian Museum in Cairo. It's the richest museum of Egyptian antiquities worldwide and contains pharaonic treasures from over 5,000 years ago. The rectangular building has a large dome on the ground floor containing massive exhibitions.
Afterwards, you will visit the medieval Salah El-din citadel, an Islamic-era fortification in Cairo against the Crusaders. Explore this ancient fortress and marvel at its brilliant domed ceilings, suspended lights, and commanding views of Cairo. The citadel houses the Alabaster mosque of Muhammad Ali.
You will then drive to Old Cairo and visit the Coptic Cairo, a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church, The Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in the Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius Church (Abu Serga). In the evening, feel free to explore Cairo at your leisure.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

This morning, it’s time to check out and be transferred to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon your arrival, meet your English Egyptologist Guide and visit the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to worshipping the Goddess of Love, Isis. Take a short motorboat ride to the majestic Philae Temple on Philae Island. Philae Island is a rocky island in the middle of the River Nile, and the Temple was an ancient pilgrimage centre for the cult of Isis. This sacred site was revered from the Pharaonic era to the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine periods.
Afterwards see the "Aswan High Dam”, an embankment dam built across the Nile in Aswan between 1960 and 1970.

Overnight: Movenpick Hotel or similar, Aswan

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

This morning you are transferred to the embarking port to begin your 4-night 5-star boutique cruise along the beautiful Nile River. Board a Dahabiya boat to follow the Nile in leisurely comfort.
Sailing to Kom Ombo. Upon arrival visit the Kom Ombo Temple. It was built during the Ptolemaic period on the site of an older temple, on one of the most beautiful river bend locations of the Nile River. The temple was dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god that features in the weighing of the heart ceremony of the afterlife. Return back to the Dahabiya ship and enjoy the evening onboard.

Overnight: Iris Dahabiya Sailboat or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Today sail towards Selselah Temple.
Here, the Nile, flowing between two mountain ranges, is at its narrowest. You will usually be the only visitor at this fascinating site, as large Nile cruisers cannot stop here. After visiting the small temple of Horemheb and walking through the sandstone quarries, where ancient Egyptians cut stone for many of their most famous temples, you will visit a picturesque café to enjoy tea and shisha (waterpipe). 
You will then sail to a picturesque riverbank where you will stop for lunch and swimming.
Afterwards Sailing to Edfu. 
Enjoy a traditional dinner on an Island and music with the locals.

Overnight: Iris Dahabiya Sailboat or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

After breakfast, join your tour guide and visit the extraordinary and best-preserved ancient Greek-built Temple of Horus at Edfu. The Temple of Horus was the 'home' and cultural centre of the falcon God Horus of Behdet (the ancient name for Edfu) and it was built on a rise to escape the annual flooding of the Nile then back on board, sail towards Esna City and cross the famous Esna lock. 

Overnight: Iris Dahabiya Sailboat or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Check out and meet your guide & transfer from Esna to visit the West Bank of Luxor for a tour of the Valley of the Kings, known as the ‘gateway to the afterlife’. Ancient Egyptians built impressive hidden tombs for their pharaohs, the most famous in recent times is Tutankhamun's tomb, discovered and excavated in 1925 by Howard Carter. (Tutankhamun's tomb is not included). The beautiful painted frescoes found on each tomb is a testament to the tomb-owners life, as well as the intricate rites to ensure an exalted afterlife alongside the pantheon of gods. The guide will give explanations of the tombs to be visited from outside, because you are not allowed entry, the beautiful Temple of Der el Bahari, dedicated to the funerary cult of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Statues of Memnon.
Lunch at Local restaurant, then transfer to the Hotel for check in & overnight.

Overnight: Hilton Luxor Hotel or similar, Luxor

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

After breakfast visit the amazing Luxor Temple and the biggest temple in the world, Karnak Temple, both dedicated to the worship of the god 'Amun-Re'.
Located in the heart of the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Thebes, modern day Luxor, the Temple of Luxor, was begun by Senusrit I, one of the pharaoh's of Egypt's 12th dynasty Middle Kingdom and completed by the well known New Kingdom Pharaoh Ramses II. Karnak, was dedicated to the chief god 'Amun-Re'.
Connecting the two temples is an avenue of sphinxes leading towards Karnak's many beautifully colonnaded courtyards, chapels, statues and the towering pink granite obelisk of Hatshepsut. Keep your eyes peeled for ancient original colourings within the etched hieroglyphics.
After lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure strolling through the colourful and famous age-old souks of Luxor.

Overnight: Hilton Luxor Hotel or similar, Luxor

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

This morning be transferred to Hurghada and enjoy the next three nights in a 5-star luxury all-inclusive beachfront resort on the Red Sea coast.
Today's travel is approximately 300 Km.

Overnight: KaiSol Romance Resort Sahl Hasheesh, Hurghada or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Today, enjoy a free day at leisure to soak in the sun or engage in some holiday resort activities like windsurfing, kitesurfing, yachting, scuba diving and snorkeling (not included).
Stunning coral reefs and turquoise waters, perfect for windsurfing, made Hurghada a busy resort town. Within easy reach of the stunning Giftun Islands and the Eastern Arabian Desert, Hurghada has seen enormous amounts of development in the past decade. Enjoy some of the world's best diving and snorkeling sites just offshore (not included).

Overnight: KaiSol Romance Resort Sahl Hasheesh, Hurghada or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Enjoy today at leisure. Take the chance to join some extra activities like a grand safari, submarine or boat trip bookable at the resort (not included).

Overnight: KaiSol Romance Resort Sahl Hasheesh, Hurghada or similar

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

This morning be transferred to Hurghada airport to fly back to Cairo. Upon arrival being transferred to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: Breakfast

Today is free at leisure. This mega city's constant buzz and noise are a product of its 22 million inhabitants. Tap into the energy of the place Egyptians call Umm Ad Dunya – the mother of the World.

Overnight: Marriott Omar El Khayaam or similar, Cairo

Meals included: Breakfast

Enjoy a last breakfast before checking out and be transferred to the airport for the return flight back home.
Please note: Some flights may not depart until the early hours of Day 17. Affected customers may make use of the hotel common areas and luggage storage before being transferred to the airport at the appropriate time.

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Please note: Some flights may arrive +1 day later.

After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.

Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information.

Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19-related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TripADeal website.

Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TripADeal, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.

We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.

Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated). 

This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 2nd November 2025.

This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share.

Single Traveller Supplement

For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies. 

• 14-Day Itinerary 1: $3000

• 17-Day Itinerary 2: $3900

Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.

Departure Dates

2025

February: 9*

March: 30

April: 15*

May: 18

August: 10

^September: 14

^October: 12

^November: 2

Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.

Surcharges

Please note: 

• dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $300 per person.

• dates/months with a ^ incur a high season surcharge of $690 per person.

Departure Cities

Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, *Brisbane, *Adelaide or *Auckland

Departure City Surcharges

*Brisbane or *Adelaide: $350 per person

*Auckland: $650 per person

International Full-Service Flights

• Cabin Class: Economy Class

Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. 

Domestic Airline(s) Used

• Cabin Class: Economy Class

• Route: Luxor to Cairo (Itinerary 1)

• Route: Hurghada to Cairo (Itinerary 2 only)

• Airlines: Egypt Air and airline partners (subject to availability)

Missed Flights

If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements. 

Preferred Airline surcharge

• Cabin Class: Economy Class

• Qatar: $500 per person 

• Emirates: $500 per person 

Please note: 

• Preferred airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.

• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.

• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.

• Preferred airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners. 

Arrive Early Options

Cairo, Egypt - $300 per person

High season dates range up to $700 per person, subject to availability.

Please note:

• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.

• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply.

• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.

• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.

• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.

• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):

- 6th December 2024 – 31st January 2025

- 28th March 2025 – 27th April 2025

- 16th June 2025 – 20th July 2025

- 15th September 2025 – 12th October 2025

- 1st December 2025 – 31st January 2026

Stay Behind Options

Cairo, Egypt - $300 per person

High season dates range up to $700 per person, subject to availability.

Please note:

• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.

• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.

• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.

• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.

• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $700 per person, subject to availability.

• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):

- 6th December 2024 – 31st January 2025

- 28th March 2025 – 27th April 2025

- 16th June 2025 – 20th July 2025

- 15th September 2025 – 12th October 2025

- 1st December 2025 – 31st January 2026

Stopover Packages

* Doha, Qatar

* Dubai, U.A.E

* Muscat

Includes:

• 2, 3 or 5 nights in 4-star accommodation

• Daily breakfast

• Return airport transfers 

For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.

Please note: 

• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.

• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.

• Stopover packages are subject to availability.

• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.

• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:

Christmas and New Years Eve: 23 December 2024 to 03 January 2025

Doha Grand Prix: End of November to start December 2025

Doha MotoGP: November 2025

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (for Dubai): December 2025

Christmas and New Year's Eve - 22 December 2025 to 02 January 2026

Please note: The exact dates for 2025 are yet to be confirmed. 

Flight Class Upgrades

Business Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.

Please note:

• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).

• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed

Dahabiya Nile Cruise (Iris Sailboat):

• Enjoy an Authentic Luxury Sailing Experience on the Nile.

Sail into the past and travel the Nile like the pioneering voyagers aboard a traditional Dahabiya. A Dahabiya Nile cruise offers the romance of the past with luxury comfort and convenience. It’s a leisurely way to get between Luxor and Aswan and brings together superb sightseeing, sailing, delicious traditional meals and attentive personal service.

 • Life on board a Dahabiya Nile cruise is a peaceful and idyllic experience.

A day on board a traditional Dahabiya has many pleasures. You can lie in a deck chair, enjoy the swimming pool and jacuzzi on the sun deck, read a book or watch children playing and women doing their washing. Every day there is a chance to walk around villages, visit local markets or explore monuments along the Nile.

Meals are freshly prepared on board and served on the sundeck, in the dining room or on a beautiful spot on the banks of the Nile. There’s nothing better than an evening dining under a twinkling night sky by the light of a campfire. You are far away from the fancy-dress parties of the large cruisers. You’ll find no flashing disco’s here, but it might be possible to attend a show by local musicians under the stars.

Cabins:

• A perfect blend of tradition in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Accommodation on board consists of comfortable cabins and one or two spacious suites. All are individually decorated with oriental furniture. They have their own bathroom and can accommodate up to two people.

Iris Dahabiya Nile Cruise is air-conditioned. The half-shaded sun-deck is the heart of the Dahabiya, with chairs, a divan, sun beds and dining tables. This is the perfect place to enjoy daily life on the riverbanks and watch the landscape gliding by.

Facilities:

• 16 double cabins with a large bed or twin beds

• Cabins are approximately 13m² and Terrace Suite cabin 18m²

• Large window with a great view of the Nile in the privacy of their room

• All cabins have large, panoramic windows 

• All cabins are air-conditioned

• Private bath/shower with hair dryer

• Room service (additional fees)

• International Telephone (additional fees)

• Safe box

• Laundry service (additional fees) & housekeeping 

• Accompanying motorboat to pull it in case wind is calm

• Sun Deck 

• Swimming pool and Jacuzzi

• Satellite TV

• Oriental seating area

• Internet access

• Water filter

• Voltage 220. 24-hr electric power supply

Please note:

There are no alcoholic drinks on board the Dahabiyas, however the Tour Guide will be able to assist customers to purchase drinks to take onboard.

Accommodation Used:

5-Star Properties (Self-Rated)

• Cairo: Intercontinental Semiramis or Marriott Omar El Khayaam or Hyatt Regency or Crowne Plaza or Intercontinental City Stars

• Aswan: Movenpick Resort

• Luxor: Old Winter Palace or Hilton Luxor

• Hurghada Red Sea (Itinerary 2 only): KaiSol Romance Resort Sahl Hasheesh

5-Star Cruise (Self-Rated)

• Dahabiya Sailboat: Iris Dahabiya or similar

Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.

Extra Nights

Not available at check-out. 

Please note: If you are interested in booking additional nights of accommodation pre or post-tour, please wait until you receive your travel documentation approximately 4-6 weeks before departure for the confirmed list of hotels. If booking your own additional accommodation directly with the hotel, please be aware that you may be required to change rooms at the start/end of your tour. 

Maximum Room Capacity

2 people.

Child Policy

• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.

• Valid for children 12 years old and over.

Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.

Triple Share

Not available.

Bedding Configuration

Double or Twin bedding (subject to availability).

Minimum group size 20, maximum group size 32 per vehicle.

• Visa fees and requirements 

• Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer

• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer

•Gratuities/tipping (highly recommended) $10 USD per person, per day to cover expected tipping for guide, ship crew, hotel porters and drivers you may encounter on tour.

• Optional activities/tours 

• Personal expenses

• Travel insurance

TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER

Tour Guide: 

Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group. 

Tour Leader:

An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined. 

Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. 

CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES

February:

Is usually the second-coldest month of the year with only slightly higher temperatures than January, but it is generally warm by day, with an average daytime maximum temperature of 22°C, while on average the temperature falls to 14°C at night. 

March:

As spring gets underway the temperatures rise, but the day-to-day weather is rarely excessively hot. The daytime temperature typically reaches a high of 25°C around mid-March, though the average is a degree or two higher than that towards the end of the month.

May:

The tourist season is in full swing in Cairo and the weather is already very warm. The average temperature reaches a high of 32°C during the day and at night only dips to a low of around 18°C.

June / July / August: 

The hot summer weather intensifies further in June and July, with an average daytime maximum temperature of 37°C, and an average minimum temperature of 22°C. Temperatures rarely fluctuate by more than a few degrees either side of the long-term average. You can expect no rain during this month and there are 13 hours of sunlight each day on average.

September / October:

Temperatures begin to cool off a little during September though the daily weather is still hot. The daytime temperature reaches an average maximum of 35°C, and the temperature falls to an average minimum between 26 and 27°C overnight. October is slightly cooler than preceding months but remains hot. The average temperature still reaches a high of 30°C during the day and dips no lower than 18°C at night.

November/December:

From November onwards, Egypt offers hot and sunny days which stay very dry. The average daily temperature during this month in Cairo is 20°C. This can reach highs of 25°C or drop to lows of 14°C. The average daily temperature during December in Cairo is 15°C. This can reach highs of 20°C or drop to lows of 10°C.

FLIGHTS

Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points:

We do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.

Passport Validity:

Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.

COACH TOUR

Meals:

For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify us of any dietary requests/requirements. Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.

Luggage:

You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.

OTHER

Mobility:

If you require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.

Fitness Level Required:

A Leisurely level of fitness will be required. 

Leisurely is described as light walking, including up multiple stairs, and occasional hiking, may involve uneven surfaces. Able to travel unassisted and get on and off vehicles and small boats. Suitable for most fitness levels and mobility. Please note: If you have any concerns, please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.

Gratuities / Tipping:

Gratuities (tips) are not included in the tour price for services of the guide. The highly recommended tip is $10 USD per person, per day. This covers the guide, ship crew, hotel porters and drivers.

Please note: In Egypt tipping is a firm and customary element of the tourism industry and is therefore highly recommended. While tipping is not mandatory, it is a common practice in Egypt and a gesture of appreciation which is shared amongst the local guides, drivers and other staff members who have serviced your tour. As most tour guides in Egypt consider tipping a part of their income, please don’t feel intimidated should the tour guides approach you for payment.

Sightseeing:

Please note: If entry to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).

Shopping: 

Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts.

Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader.

Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.

A tourist visa is a strict requirement when travelling to Egypt on an Australian passport. The tourist visas’ are available for purchase upon arrival.

Important: 

• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.

• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.

Please note: 

• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.

• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.

Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance

Voluntary Changes

This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.

• Changes - $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Name Changes Due To Passenger Error

• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Supplier Fees 

In the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.