Temples, Tombs & Pyramids: Egypt’s Overland Adventure (Double Occupancy)
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Port
Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt
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Activity Level
Strenuous
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Excursion Type
All,68
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$5399
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
4 Days/3 Nights
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Meals Included
Meals included
“Walk in the footsteps of pharaohs, from Giza to the Valley of the Kings.”
Day 1 – (L, D)
Your journey begins with a morning departure from the port for a scenic drive to the Pyramids of Giza, which takes approximately 3.5 hours. Upon arrival, you'll explore these ancient wonders up close, including the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant within the Giza Plateau. In the afternoon, you'll transfer to the Grand Egyptian Museum—where thousands of artifacts bring Egypt’s rich history to life. Afterward, you'll head to your Cairo Hotel for check-in and dinner. Time permitting, an optional Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids is available later in the evening.
Hotel: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence or something similar
Day 2 – (B, L, D)
After an early breakfast and check-out, you'll drive approximately 1 hour to Sakkara to visit Egypt’s earliest pyramid—the Step Pyramid. From there, you’ll drive to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, where you'll explore a vast collection of ancient treasures. Lunch follows at a restaurant overlooking the Nile. In the late afternoon, you'll transfer to Cairo Airport for your evening flight to Luxor, which takes about 1 hour. Upon arrival, you'll transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay. Time permitting, an optional Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple is available for those who wish to experience the temple illuminated under the night sky.
Hotel: Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa or something similar
Day 3 – (B, L, D)
Begin the day with breakfast and check-out before a short drive to Karnak Temple, one of Egypt’s largest and most impressive temple complexes. After exploring its colossal columns and sacred spaces, you'll cross the Nile to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings. Here, you'll descend into the tombs of Seti I and the famous Tutankhamun. Lunch will be served nearby before you transfer to Luxor Airport for your afternoon flight back to Cairo (approximately 1 hour). Upon arrival, you'll transfer to your hotel, check-in and enjoy dinner. For a final taste of Cairo’s vibrant culture, an optional evening walking tour of El Moez Street is available.
Hotel: Hilton Cairo Heliopolis or something similar
Day 4 – (B)
In the early morning hours, you'll transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Rhodes, with a brief connection in Athens. Total flight time is approximately 6.5 hours, including layover. By late morning, you'll arrive in Rhodes,Greece, ready to begin the next chapter of your journey.
Cancellation Policy:
60 Days prior to arrival in the excursion port. This excursion is non-refundable within 60 days of arrival into the excursion port. Any cancellations made after this deadline will be subject to full payment of the tour. This will include if a guest cancels their voyage within 60 days of arrival into the excursion port.
Important notes:
Service animals are not permitted at the Pyramids due to site regulations and preservation efforts, as the area has numerous stray dogs that may lead to potential conflicts. The Egyptian Museum also restricts service animals per management policies. Travel time to Cairo is approximately 3 to 3.5 hours each way. If time allows, guests may have the opportunity to enter the Pyramid independently; however, this is not recommended for individuals with claustrophobia or heart and respiratory conditions, as the interior is hot and stuffy, requiring visitors to bend and crouch at times. For the Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids, bringing a flashlight is recommended since lighting may be dim upon arrival and departure. Comfortable, sturdy, non-skid walking shoes are advised for this tour. The experience is guided, though an escort from the ship’s staff may or may not accompany the group. This overland tour must be booked prior to sailing and operates only if a minimum number of participants is met. Accommodations, airport assistance, and transfers are included, along with transportation by air-conditioned coach, flights and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary, an English-speaking guide (unless otherwise noted), bottled water on the vehicle, and meals as specified. Gratuities and personal expenses are not included.
Visa Information:
Visa requirements for these vacation enhancements may vary from those required for your cruise. It is solely each guest's responsibility to obtain (before traveling) any visas, vaccinations or tourist cards that are required for participating in Overland Adventures or Overnights, unless noted otherwise in the description. Please be aware that you may need a visa for any and/or all countries that you will depart from and travel through as part of your Overland Adventure or Overnight, and for the country in which you will re-join the ship. Holland America cannot assist guests with obtaining visas. If you require further assistance, Holland America Line's preferred visa service is CIBTvisas. You must advise CIBTvisas of your Overland Adventures or Overnights, as the visa requirements for these vacation enhancements may vary from those required for your cruise. For CIBTvisas contact information, please visit https://www.hollandamerica.com/en/us/faq/cruise-planning/identification-passports-visa