Kenya & Egypt in 13 days - Maasai Mara, Great Pyramids & Nile Cruise - Luxury

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An unforgettable journey through the wilds of Kenya and the treasures of Egypt! Discover the legendary Maasai Mara Natural Reserve, the scene of the annual Great Migration. At Lake Nakuru, contemplate the amazing landscapes and spot diverse birdlife before heading to Egypt to marvel at the Great Pyramids and experience the wonders of the Nile on a 4-night ful...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Aswan
    • Cairo
    • Giza
    • Luxor
    • Nile River
    • Lake Nakuru National Park
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve
    • Nairobi

What's this trip about?

    An unforgettable journey through the wilds of Kenya and the treasures of Egypt! Discover the legendary Maasai Mara Natural Reserve, the scene of the annual Great Migration. At Lake Nakuru, contemplate the amazing landscapes and spot diverse birdlife before heading to Egypt to marvel at the Great Pyramids and experience the wonders of the Nile on a 4-night full-board river cruise!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityNairobi
End CityNairobi

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Egypt
  • Kenya

Attractions

  • Cairo
  • Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Luxor
  • Maasai Mara
  • Valley of the Kings

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Departure from the main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Nairobi, Nairobi - Cairo, Cairo - US. *
    • Domestic flights: Cairo - Luxor; Aswan - Cairo. *
    • 8 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels, camps and lodges and 4 nights on the Nile Cruise.**
    • 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners and Full-Board on the Nile Cruise.
    • Transfers in air conditioned vehicles.***
    • Visits and entrances fees as indicated in the itinerary.
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • Active tour with a comprehensive schedule of activities.****
    • 4-night Nile Cruise.
    • English-speaking guides.
    • Safari in the Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru National Park.
    • Transportation & Safaris in Kenya are in a Mini-van.

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Itinerary

Day 1: US - Night on board

Arrive at your US departure airport ready to check-in for a flight to Nairobi. Night on board.* * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Day 2: Nairobi

Arrive at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, meet your guide and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day off in the dynamic capital of Kenya, known as "the Green City in the Sun". We recommend visiting the National Museum or one of the many markets for a taste of the local culture. Overnight stay in Nairobi.

Day 3: Nairobi - Lake Nakuru National Park

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off by road to Lake Nakuru National Park, a journey of approximately five and a half hours. Arrive at Lake Nakuru, an ornithological paradise worldwide known for its alkaline waters and a large population of flamingos, pelicans and other mi...

Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park - Maasai Mara National Reserve

Breakfast at the hotel. After an informative safari introduction, set off by road to the famous Maasai Mara Natural Reserve, named after the unique Maasai tribe that inhabits the area and the Mara River that crosses it. Every year, it plays witness to the great migrat...

Day 5: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Breakfast at the camp. Today, embark on a full-day photographic safari in the Maasai Mara Natural Reserve to observe the largest concentration of wildlife in the world. In the plains, you can find herds of zebras, giraffes and gazelles and in the savannah, mighty lion...

Day 6: Maasai Mara National Reserve - Nairobi

Breakfast at the hotel and return to Nairobi. Enjoy the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Nairobi.* * Your flight may depart in the early hours of the morning in order to ensure the best possible flight times and connections for your journey. In this case, you may not be able to enjoy a full night of accommodation at the hotel.

Day 7: Nairobi - Cairo

Breakfast* at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport ready to check-in for a flight to Cairo. Touch down in Cairo and transfer to the hotel. Once you've settled in, the remainder of the day is free at your leisure to get to know the sights and sound...

Day 8: Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel. Get to know the Egyptian capital today with a tour of Cairo's most emblematic sights. Begin at the Giza plateau, home of the three Great Pyramids, built over 4,500 years ago and one of the Seven Wonders of the World! Explore the pyramids and le...

Day 9: Cairo - Luxor

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Luxor. On arrival, transfer to the port to board your Full-Board Nile Cruise Boat, your home for the next four nights. Get settled in your cabin and enjoy lunch and the views of the...

Day 10: Luxor - Edfu

Full-board on board. Begin the day with a visit to the legendary Valley of the Kings, the burial site of the pharaohs between the 18th and 20th ancient Egyptian dynasties and the famous site of the tomb of Tutankhamun. After exploring the valley, head to the Temple of...

Day 11: Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan

Full-board on board. Disembark the ship in Edfu and take a buggy ride to the magnificent Temple of Horus, the famous, falcon-headed Egyptian god. Explore the atmospheric temple ruins as you trace the footsteps of the pharaohs. Return to the ship and continue sailing s...

Day 12: Aswan

Full-board on board. This morning, we recommend an optional visit to the amazing temples of Abu Simbel.* Today, enjoy a tour of Aswan to uncover the sights of this fascinating city. Explore the famous granite quarry, where the building blocks of many of ancient Egypt'...

Day 13: Aswan - Cairo

Breakfast on board. At the indicated time, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for a short flight to Cairo. Arrive in the capital and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure to get to know Cairo. While away the day visiting the...

Day 14: Cairo - US

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip. Depending on the choice of flight, you may arrive back in the US the following day. Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

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Price per day$354
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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8 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels, camps and lodges and 4 nights on the Nile Cruise.**,

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Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners and Full-Board on the Nile Cruise.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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