Felucca Odyssey (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

Felucca Odyssey (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

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Felucca Odyssey (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

9 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt

Visiting: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Nile River

Tour operator:

Travel Talk Tours

Tour code:

E2

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

25 - 30

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From: $2205 $1103 Operator discount: -$1103 -50%

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on the Felucca Odyssey, a captivating journey through Egypt's most iconic sites while enjoying the luxury of 5-star accommodations and the charm of traditional felucca sailing. Guided by an expert Egyptologist, explore the ancient wonders of the Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Valley of the Kings. Experience the vibrant culture of Egypt as you connect with locals, hear tales of the Nubians, and hunt for treasures in the bustling Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. Enhance your adventure with optional activities like hot-air ballooning over Luxor or camel trekking. Sail the Nile for two nights on a felucca, with opportunities to swim and relax. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and adventure, ensuring an unforgettable Egyptian experience.

Highlights

  • Discover the fascinating highlights of Egypt with a taste of authentic Felucca sailing on the Nile River.

  • Visit some of the world’s most impressive historic sites – the Pyramids and Sphinx, Valley of the Kings, Aswan, Karnak & Luxor Temples.

  • Connect with the locals while listening to stories of Nubians and hunting for antique treasures at the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar.

  • Shape your adventure with options for hot-air ballooning over Luxor, discovering Abu Simbel, and camel trekking upon golden sands.

  • Sail for 2 nights on traditional Feluccas, swimming in the waters and frequenting the wonders of the Nile.

  • Explore the Egyptian Museum of Cairo, home to over 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities.

  • Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile.

Places You'll See

Aswan

Luxor

Cairo

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star

Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Cairo or board a cruise for an optional group dinner.

Day 2 : Cairo City Tour, Luxor

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Prepare your lenses for the breath-taking, world-famous Pyramids and the Sphinx. Face all their 4,600-year glory and embrace the only remaining Ancient Wonder of the World. After everyone had their dose of awe, we head out to Sakkara for sightseeing. The first capital of ancient Egypt is famous for the step pyramid built in 2700 B.C. Later in the afternoon, board the bus to Luxor and check into our premium hotel by the Nile.

Day 3 : Luxor, Aswan

Location: Luxor

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tolip Hotel - 5 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, depart for the vast Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most important religious centres of ancient Egypt with its marvellous temples. Your Egyptologist guide will enlighten you with the most intriguing stories and mythologies fuelling such creations for millennia. In the afternoon drive to Aswan for overnight stay.

Day 4 : Aswan, Felucca Cruise

Location: Aswan

Accommodation Name: Traditional Egyptian Felucca

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Time to explore Aswan, famed for its skilled artisans and the Unfinished Obelisk. Take a short motorboat ride to reach the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, divine mother of the pharaohs. The temple is set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile. Early in the morning you can join the optional trip to the gorgeous Abu Simbel, an iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a must-do for all keen on history and mythology. Later in the afternoon, embark your felucca to cruise on the Nile.

Day 5 : Felucca Cruise On The Nile

Location: Nile River

Accommodation Name: Traditional Egyptian Felucca

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is a chill-day sailing down the Nile, watching beautiful scenery and waving to the locals swimming and fishing. Whilst absorbing the stunning temples along the coast, sit back and enjoy the relaxing breeze. Have a dip in the Nile, play beach-ball with locals and prepare for a locally-prepared feast.

Day 6 : Felucca Cruise On The Nile, Edfu, Komombo, Luxor

Location: Luxor

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

Time to bid farewell to our lovely felucca. Start off the day with a visit to the Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Next stop will be Edfu, home to one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple was built over 180-years from 237 BC to 57 BC. As you get your dose of marvel, ride to Luxor and check into the hotel. After a refreshing break, brace for the Luxor Temple, dedicated to the great god Amun. The temple was built on top of a smaller structure dating back to 14th century BC!

Day 7 : Luxor, Cairo

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The West Bank of the Nile awaits with the incredible Valley of the Kings. Also known as “City of the Dead”, it's home to fancy royal tombs carved into desert rocks and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. As you’d expect, here lied the famous mummy of Tutankhamun III. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is the next stop. As you try to break the spell of ancient wonders, drive to Cairo for overnight stay.

Day 8 : Cairo City Tour

Location: Cairo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Oasis Hotel – 4 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world. Egyptian Museum of Cairo houses around 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities. Then roam around Cairo stopping by the Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Hanging Church and the world-famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Make sure to wear your haggling hats and brace for the mayhem!

Day 9 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Have your final breakfast on us and start bidding farewells to your travel mates. Check-out of the hotel in Cairo (11:00am) and catch the transfer to the airport at the end of your tour. Time to start counting days for your next adventure with Travel Talk!

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay in 5 and 4 star hotels, and experience a traditional felucca boat.

  • Meals

    Enjoy 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners during the tour.

  • Transportation

    Travel in an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus, and sail on a Felucca sailboat.

  • Airport Transfer(s)

    Receive arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of the trip.

  • Tour Guiding

    Benefit from the services of experienced Egyptologist guides.

  • Train (Sleeper Cabin)

    Travel overnight from Cairo to Aswan, and from Luxor to Cairo in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin.

What's Not Included

  • International Travel

    International flights to and from Egypt are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.

  • Tipping and Gratuities

    Tipping and gratuities are not included in the tour price.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entry costs detailed in the itinerary are not included.

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities and other services not stated in the itinerary are not included.

  • Other services not stated in the itinerary

    Any services not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

Add Ons

Local Payment: £0

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with air-conditioned coaches or mini-buses, enjoy the scenic journey on a traditional felucca sailboat, and experience the convenience of overnight sleeper trains for long-distance travel.

Accommodation

Experience the comfort of 5-star hotels and 4-star accommodations in Cairo, along with a unique stay on a traditional Egyptian felucca boat, offering a blend of luxury and authentic local charm.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the Felucca Odyssey tour?

    The tour provides accommodation in 5-star and 4-star hotels, as well as a traditional Egyptian Felucca boat for a unique sailing experience on the Nile River.

  • Are meals included in the Felucca Odyssey tour package?

    Yes, the tour includes 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners as part of the package.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    Transportation during the tour includes an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus, a traditional Felucca sailboat for the Nile cruise, and an overnight sleeper train for travel between Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor.

  • Is there an option for a hot air balloon ride during the tour?

    Yes, there is an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor available for those who wish to experience it.

  • What activities are included during the Felucca cruise on the Nile?

    During the Felucca cruise, you can enjoy sailing on the Nile, swimming, playing volleyball with local kids, and having a local feast on the riverbanks while watching the sunset.

  • What historical sites will be visited during the tour?

    The tour includes visits to the Pyramids and Sphinx, Valley of the Kings, Aswan, Karnak and Luxor Temples, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, among others.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    Yes, arrival and departure transfers are included on the first and last day of the tour.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Over 20 years

Reviews of this operator

Jessie Mae Sia  

My travel talk experience was great and memorable

24-Feb-2021

My travel talk experience was awesome and fantastic. Me and my husband was on their Morocco and Turkey tours in 2019, they operated their tours in a culturally fun manner and the tour guides were very nice and very approachable. It exceeded our expection, we love to come back with them in our future travel. Thank you travel talk you made our 2019 as one of our memorable year!

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The Best of Turkey by Land was fantastic! If it’s a “tour” of Turkey you’re seeking, this one is the pick of them all. We travelled to the most spectacular locations, and experienced breathtaking moments and views, in every stop! Our tour guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and talked us through the history of the land. He was friendly and very patient, considering the hours he puts into his tours. Mus was able to swap the days activities for some days to ensure we were given the best opportunity for photo’s and leas tourists in other locations. Our bus drivers did an amazing job getting us to all locations safely! Thank you Ahmet & Ali, you are superstars… Highlights for us were Gallipoli, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Fethyie and hot air ballooning in Cappadocia. The group consisted of all ages, which worked out to be a good mix. The weather varied between 25 - 36 degrees throughout the trip, so be sure to pack the sunscreen and portable fan. Hotels varied, each one having it’s own idiosyncrasies, but overall very good. Some of the days were extremely long but we got through them.. I’d recommend this tour to anyone that wants a taste of the beautiful land that Turkey is ☺️

Courtney Godden (Google Reviewer)  

First time doing a tour...

28-Jul-2024

First time doing a tour overseas, wow what an amazing experience. Smaller tour group which was awesome, great hotel choices, professional transportation services and saw the best of Turkey in 12 days. Our tour guide Aykut's hospitality was second to none, he went above and beyond for every member of the group. His knowledge of his country's history and culture was outstanding and explained in a memorable way for a lasting memory. Aykut's has extensive experience as a tour guide and it shows in every way, many special tips from living/growing up in Turkey. Aykut's planning meant everything ran smoothly making our only job to turn up with your belongings and enjoy your experience. Thank you again Aykut for going the extra mile, making sure places had gluten free options for me and for all the funny jokes ☺️

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Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I cannot recommend the best of Turkey by Gulet for 12 day tour enough. On this tour we were able to see all parts of turkey from the coast line to the major cities and immerse ourselves in the culture and history! Mustafa is the best tour guide who priorities experiences, learning and safety of all tour participants (he also doubles as a comedian so ensures many laughs are had). From sailing on the Mediterranean Sea, experiencing the best food and culture in Istanbul, to paragliding over Pamukkale springs, and finally ticking off the bucket list moment of hot air ballooning over Cappadocia, this has been a trip not to forget. I cannot recommend this tour enough and would encourage anyone going to turkey to book this trip with Travel Talk!

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06-Oct-2024

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I did the travel talk turkey tour with mus. He's an awesome guide full of local knowledge. There had been wild fires at Gallipoli so rearranged our itinerary to allow us a chance to visit which we did! I spent 3 days on the gulet and was a great way to relax. Would highly recommend the tour as a way to visit turkey and would do it again.

Leigh Anaru (Google Reviewer)  

Just finished the 10 day...

30-Apr-2024

Just finished the 10 day ANZAC tour in Türkiye. Wow what an experience! The tour although busy was jam packed with amazing experiences made all the more richer by our highly knowledgable and very funny guide Aykut. The bus was full of 44 Aussies and Kiwis which would've been no easy feat to control. Aykut and our drivers Naci and Sevki were kind and patient making our long drives enjoyable. Gallipoli was a bucket list of mine, and what a beautiful humbling experience it was, especially the following day tour of the cemeteries. Other than that highlight, the early morning hot air balloon and all the other sites the Kapadokya offers was pretty special too. I will be using Travel Talk again. 5 stars!

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