King Ramses - 13 days

King Ramses - 13 days

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King Ramses - 13 days

13 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt

Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

993/KR

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 24

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours, Sailing

Activities:

Snorkeling

From: $2175 $1523 (USD) Operator discount: -$653 -30%

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 13-day journey through Egypt with the "King Ramses" tour, where ancient wonders and serene landscapes await. Begin in Cairo, exploring the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Travel to Aswan for a tranquil boat trip to Agilika Island and the Philae Temple, then sail the Nile on a traditional felucca, or opt for a luxurious Nile cruise. Discover the Valley of the Kings and the majestic temples of Luxor, before unwinding on the pristine beaches of Hurghada by the Red Sea. With expert guidance from an Egyptologist, enjoy seamless transfers and comfortable accommodations, making this an unforgettable cultural adventure.

Highlights

  • Hurghada - Relax at the Red Sea, swim and opt to snorkel or scuba dive in the clear coastal waters

  • Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza, explore the Necropolis of Saqqara and see King Tut's treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum

  • Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and explore the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

  • Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night

  • Aswan - Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island to explore romantic Philae Temple and wander around the colourful souqs

  • Nile felucca sailing - Sail the River Nile on board a traditional felucca and spend two nights sleeping under a blanket of stars

  • Kom Ombo - Visit the Nile side Temple of Kom Ombo

Itinerary

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Day 1: Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival in Cairo you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or those arriving early can opt to join our optional Backstreets of Cairo tour which departs the hotel at 10am.





If you'd like to extend your stay in Egypt we also offer a pre or post tour [[Day Trip to Alexandria. |122837]]

Day 2: Pyramids Of Giza

Location: Giza

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bright and early this morning set off on a guided tour to see Ancient Egypt's most famous site: the iconic Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx. Sole survivors from the ancient Greek-listed Seven Wonders of the World, the pyramids are the planet’s oldest tourist attraction! Known as Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus, the pyramids were already more than 2,000 years old. Next we explore the sand-strewn tombs and temples of the ancient necropolis of Saqqara, home to the Zhoser’s step pyramid. A visit to a government supervised Papyrus Museum will also be made at some point during today.

Day 3: Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Sleeper Train

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cairo - Aswan. This morning we join our guided tour of the incredible new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. This vast 490,000 sq.m complex showcases an astonishing collection of artefacts from nearly every period of ancient Egyptian history. Among the highlights are treasures of King Tutankhamun, with plans for his famous solid gold funerary mask to eventually be showcased here, alongside many items being exhibited for the first time.





Later, we make our way to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which remains home to a vast collection of statues, jewellery, and sarcophagi. Here, we’ll see the well-preserved mummies of Yuya and Thuyu, high-ranking nobles and the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. Some mummies are so well preserved they still have thick locks of hair and visible fingernails. Then there's time to relax back at the hotel before we board the night train to Aswan this evening.

Day 4: Aswan

Location: Aswan

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Aswan. After arrival into Aswan and hotel check-in we enjoy a boat trip to Agilika Island where we visit the Temples of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and then we visit a perfume oil emporium back in Aswan. Spend the remainder of the evening at your own leisure; shop in the colourful souqs or simply kick back and relax.

Day 5: Abu Simbel

Location: Abu Simbel

Accommodation Name: felucca

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Aswan - Nile felucca cruise. Early birds can go on an optional excursion to the majestic Temple of Abu Simbel. The gargantuan rock-cut temple at Abu Simbel was created to revere the mighty pharaonic ruler King Ramses II. Guarding the entrance to the temple, the four colossal statues of Ramses II sit majestically, staring out across the desert. In the afternoon we board a felucca for a 2-night journey downstream the River Nile, stopping at villages and islands along the way.





If sailing by felucca is not your style, consider upgrading to a 5 star luxury Nile Cruise, please see the tab above for prices. For more information about Nile Cruising please click [[here|130530]].

Day 6: Felucca Cruise

Location: Kom Ombo

Accommodation Name: felucca

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend a relaxing day sailing the Nile. Admire the views, go for a swim and chill out in the sun on deck. Let your troubles melt away, as the felucca plies its route. In the afternoon we dock near Kom Ombo and take a motorboat to visit the temple, which is dedicated to the crocodile headed god - Sobek, before returning to the felucca for the night.

Day 7: Luxor

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Kom Ombo - Luxor. This morning we disembark and continue to Luxor. Home of the legendary Valley of the Kings and Temple of Karnak, 4000 year-old Luxor is ancient Egypt at its best. Enjoy some rest and relaxation. Tonight, an optional visit to the Temple of Luxor is available alternatively, enjoy the facilities of our hotel.

Day 8: Luxor

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Luxor. This morning we explore the West Bank of the Nile and the legendary Valley of the Kings. Marvel at Colossi of Memnon, the massive stone remains of the temple of Amenophis III, and explore the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and surrounding tombs.





After lunch we visit the Temple of Karnak, a spectacular religious complex dedicated to the gods, and built on a gigantic scale. Here you can get lost wandering around the stone papyrus columns. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

Day 9: Hurghada

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Luxor - Hurghada. Departing Luxor we drive east to Hurghada, which is part of the beautiful Red Sea Riviera for 3 days on the beach!

Day 10-11: Hurghada

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

The next 2 days are free to explore Hurghada or simply relax. Today there's an optional day trip to Giftun Island for swimming and snorkelling, which can be booked locally.





Hurghada is one of the Red Sea's most popular resorts and it is easy to see why. Hotels and expanded infrastructure provide holidaymakers with excellent aquatic facilities for sail boarding, yachting, deep-sea fishing, SCUBA diving and snorkeling. Hurghada’s central location provides a gateway to prime offshore reefs, which are some of the finest in the world. Hurghada also has plenty of restaurants and late night bars for evening entertainment. Just outside Hurghada is an ancient Roman quarry called Mons Porphyritis and Port Safarga – a famously windy place which is ideal for windsurfing.

Day 12: Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hurghada - Cairo. This morning we drive to Cairo. The remainder of today is free for you to relax or explore Egypt’s capital at leisure. You can opt to join us on a visit to Khan el Khalili bazaar, the ideal place for some last minute souvenir shopping.

Day 13: Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cairo. After breakfast, hotel check-out and onward transfer to the airport.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4 - 5 star

  • Breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 2 dinners

    Enjoy daily breakfast along with 2 lunches and 2 dinners during the tour.

  • 9 nights 4-5 star hotels, 2 nights aboard felucca

    Stay in 4-5 star hotels for 9 nights and spend 2 nights aboard a felucca on an open deck.

  • Hurghada by the Red Sea stay

    Relax, swim, and snorkel during your stay in Hurghada by the Red Sea.

  • 1 overnight train from Cairo to Aswan

    Travel from Cairo to Aswan in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin on an overnight train.

  • Airport arrival and departure transfer

    Receive airport transfers on day 1 and day 13 of the tour.

  • Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan, Luxor and Hurghada

    Explore the cities of Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan, Luxor, and Hurghada.

  • Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide

    Be accompanied by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.

  • All relevant transfers and transportation

    Travel in private modern air-conditioned vehicles for all relevant transfers and transportation.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa

    International flights and visa are not included in the tour package.

  • Tip for your tour guide

    Tipping your tour guide is not included.

    It is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees amounting to USD$100-120 per person, paid in local currency, are not included.

Age Policy

15+ if accompanied by an adult. 15+ for all tours that include a Nile Cruiser. Where a tour includes an overnight felucca the Min age is 18 yrs, except 'with teens' tours as life jackets are worn'.

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with private modern air-conditioned vehicles, including an overnight train from Cairo to Aswan in a private 2-berth sleeper cabin. Airport transfers on day 1 and day 13 are included.

Accommodation

Enjoy 9 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 2 nights aboard a traditional felucca under the stars. Alternatively, upgrade to a 5-star Nile Cruise for 8 nights in hotels and 3 nights in an en suite cabin.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 9 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 2 nights aboard a felucca with an open deck. If you opt for the Nile Cruise Upgrade, it includes 8 nights in 4-5 star hotels and 3 nights on a Nile Cruiser with an en suite cabin.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, the tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners.

  • What transportation is used during the tour?

    All relevant transfers and transportation are provided in private modern air-conditioned vehicles. Additionally, there is an overnight train from Cairo to Aswan in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin.

  • What activities are available in Hurghada?

    In Hurghada, you can relax at the beach, swim, snorkel, and there is an optional day trip to Giftun Island for swimming and snorkeling. Hurghada offers facilities for sailboarding, yachting, deep-sea fishing, SCUBA diving, and snorkeling.

  • What is the age policy for this tour?

    The minimum age is 15 if accompanied by an adult. For tours that include a Nile Cruiser, the minimum age is also 15. If the tour includes an overnight felucca, the minimum age is 18, except for 'with teens' tours where life jackets are worn.

  • What is the tipping recommendation for the tour guide?

    It is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller for tipping the tour guide, although tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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Traveled through Egypt with On...

30-Nov-2023

Traveled through Egypt with On the Go Tours, professional service, very informative and helpful tour guides. The choice of hotels was excellent... Definitely recommend this company

Gavin Harrigan  

King Tutankhamun 10 day tour of Egypt

16-Sep-2021

I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Simla Patel (Google Reviewer)  

This company doesn’t deserve even...

26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare

Sarah Paterson (Google Reviewer)  

Terrible tour of India. For...

27-Dec-2023

Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)  

I had used them once...

09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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Operator discount: -$477 (USD)

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    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 600 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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