Compare Dubai & Egypt with Nile River Cruise by Great Value Vacations
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| Duration | 11 days |
| Price From | $ 3,639 |
| Price Per Day | $ 331 |
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| Trip Style | Small ship cruise |
| Lodging Level | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included |
| Activities | N/A |
| Meals Included | N/A |
| Description |
Kick off your trip with a few nights in Dubai! Take a half-day city tour to learn about the top attractions and monuments. Then, decide how you wish to spend the rest of your time here! Visit the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, and then shop 'til you drop at Dubai Mall! Watch boats jet across Dubai Creek as you dine on the waterfront. Then, hop on a plane to Cairo to continue your adventure! Spend a few nights in Cairo, and take a grand sightseeing tour! Visit the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, and more! Then, board a flight to Luxor to get to your incredible Nile River Cruise. Revel in four nights of wonder as you wine, dine, and sightsee all along the Nile River. Enjoy an abundance of included sightseeing tours including visits to the Karnak Temple, Temple of Luxor, Hatshepsut Temple, Aswan High Dam, and so much more. All the while, relax and unwind on your luxurious cruise ship! Disembark your cruise ship and head back to Cairo for one final evening before you catch your flight home! Helpful links for travel to the UAE:
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Day 1 Welcome to Dubai!
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel! Once settled in, celebrate your first night in the United Arab Emirates by sampling a staple dish, indulge in a serving of iconic shawarma, or perhaps try something more exotic like some stuffed camel!
Day 2 Dubai
Today, embark on a half-day tour of the city! After, spend the rest of the day at leisure. You may wish to revisit a location or market from your tour, or perhaps you'll wander along the streets in search of a delicious meal!
Day 3 Dubai
Start your day with a visit to Dubai's Cultural Center, where you can join in a luncheon and learn more about the various cultures that exist in the city. In the evening, head to one of the city's most iconic sights: the Dubai Fountain.
Day 4 Dubai - Cairo, Egypt
Today, you'll be transferred to the Dubai Airport for your flight to Cairo! Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Day 5 Cairo
Enjoy a full-day tour taking you to a handful of Cairo's iconic sights including the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
Day 6 Cairo - Nile River Cruise
Today, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival in Luxor, you'll be transferred to your Nile Cruise. Settle into your room and enjoy lunch on board. After lunch, enjoy a half-day tour taking you to the Karnak and Luxor temples!
Day 7 Nile River Cruise
Wake up to the glittering Nile River, enjoy breakfast on board, then take a tour of the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship for lunch as you sail towards Edfu.
Day 8 Nile River Cruise
Today, visit the Temple of Edfu, the most well-preserved temple of Ancient Egypt, renowned for its gigantic pylons. You'll also visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. After your tour, have lunch on board and sail to Aswan.
Day 9 Nile River Cruise
Today, visit the Temple of Edfu, the most well-preserved temple of Ancient Egypt, renowned for its gigantic pylons. You'll also visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon-headed god. After your tour, have lunch on board and sail to Aswan.
Day 10 Nile River Cruise - Cairo
Your Nile Cruise ends today. Head to Aswan airport for your flight to Cairo where you will spend your final two nights. The rest of the day is yours to explore on your own - you might want to check out Cairo Citadel or the Mosque of Muhammed Ali.
Day 11 Depart Egypt
You will be transferred to the Cairo Airport in time to catch your flight home!
