Egypt
Many travellers have requested over the years that we operate similar style journeys to other destinations around the globe. Egypt is one of them!
Boasting many wonders of the Ancient World, Egypt holds our fascination from an early age. We spend time exploring these wonders in the Nile Valley and include a Felucca journey from Aswan. Pyramids, Luxor and Pharaohs tombs are all on the agenda as well as the majesty of Abu Simbel. We will also spend time discovering the secrets of the Sinai and St Katherine's Monastery. An additional week add on will be available to visit the Siwa oasis and the famed coastal port of Alexandria. Winter months. Climate is hot and dry most of the year. Expect some cool nights during this period. A sample itinerary would include the following destinations and inclusions is shown below.
This will most likely be a 15 day itinerary. An additional 7 day Alexandria and Siwa Oasis add on will be available. |
Day 1-2 - Cairo This astonishing city houses the famed Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. The Cairo museum is a wonder of its own with Tutankhamen’s treasure on display Day 3 - Cairo to Aswan on train We take an overnight train from Cairo to Aswan to ease into our Egyptian experience Day 4-6 - Aswan Aswan is the base for our visit to Abu Simbel and also the starting point for our felucca cruise on the Nile. Day 7-8 - Luxor Home to the Valley of the Kings. Kings and Pharaohs of legend and stature are buried in the hills. Our donkey trek into the valley sets the pace for our visit to the tombs. You will never forget your visit to the Karnak Temple. Its grandeur is unsurpassable. Day 9 - Mt Sinai We have an opportunity to climb Mt Sinai and view the fabled St Katherine's Monastery Day 10-12 - Nuweiba We take time in Nuweiba for some beach relaxation and coral diving. Snorkel and dive breathtaking coral reefs or grab a good book and soak up the rays on the beach Day 13-14 - Alexandria Egypt’s historical port on the Mediterranean. A stunning finish to our Egyptian Advnture 4 DAY 'SIWA OASIS' ADD ON TOUR - Price: AUD$TBA - Siwa is the site of a lush Oasis in the western deserts. Famous for its date palms and olives it is a true taste of desert life. Berbers, camels and starry nights in the dunes | MA7060188-0009.jpg)    |
Local Payment
Your Local Payment is collected by your group leader in cash at your group meeting on Day 1 of the trip and is part of your tour price. The money is spent locally on your tour.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Extra Accommodation
Pre and post trip accommodation is offered on most journeys pending availability. Please indicate in your enquiry if you require any rooms before or after your tour and the amount of nights requested.
For tours where the start and finish points are different w can assist you with your arrangements in both locations.
Single Traveller
Global Drift encourages interactive experiences for all of our travellers. As such we presume that you will be happy to share accommodation with a same sex person should you be travelling alone.
However, for those that would prefer a single room for the tour we do offer a single supplement. This also applies to single travellers who we are not able to match up.
It must be stated however that on many of our tours we stay in small family owned guesthouse accommodation. In certain instances with full groups the passenger combinations may not always allow you to enjoy a single room. Please keep this in mind when booking your single supplement. We will however, always do our best to accommodate you.
Please make your request for this service a minimum of 3 months prior to your journey.
The quoted extra payment is for the entire trip.
Single Travellers
Global Drift encourages interactive experiences for all of our travellers. As such we presume that you will be happy to share accommodation with a same sex person should you be travelling alone.
Due to the exploratory nature of this journey no single supplement is offered.
Airport Arrival Transfer
Global Drift offers an optional arrival transfer to your hotel at the quoted fee.
In your trip dossier you will receive directions on how to make your way to your starting point hotel. It is quite easy and possibly cheaper than we are able to offer it.
Should you require this service please advise us at the time of your booking.