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Sailing the Nile
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Nile Felucca Sailtrek

10 days - from $510

This classic adventure was pioneered by Explore more than 20 years ago, and includes a 3-day sail through Upper Egypt by traditional 'felucca' sailboat. We explore the great temples of Karnak and Edfu, and enjoy a donkey trek to the Valley of the Kings.

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Pyramids & Aswan
Beginning in Cairo, we visit the Great Pyramids at Giza, the enigmatic Sphinx and Egyptian Museum. Then travel by overnight train to the colourful and easy-going town of Aswan, located on the first Nile cataract. From here you can take an optional excursion to the famous rock-cut temple of Abu Simbel, 3000 years old and dedicated to the pharaoh Ramses II.


3-Day Felucca Sailtrek
Setting sail at a relaxed pace we continue by Nile felucca, the ideal way of getting to know the river and its people. As well as observing life in the many small villages and farms along the way, we stop to visit the monumental temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. The pace of our sailtrek is dictated by wind and river conditions, so our nightstops are flexible.


Luxor - Ancient Thebes
We drive to Luxor, the site of ancient Thebes, to discover the richest concentration of archaeological wonders in the western world - and a place where the sky is always pure blue! We explore the Great Temple of Amun at Karnak and organise a donkey trek along an ancient route to the Valley of the Kings - the painted gallery of pharaohs' tombs.

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Itinerary:

Day 1 Join Cairo. 2 In Cairo; visit Pyramids and Egyptian Museum; overnight train Aswan. 3 & 4 In Aswan; optional visits to Philae Temple and Abu Simbel. 5 Optional camel trek to St Simeon's monastery; board felucca. 6 & 7 Journey on Nile aboard felucca via Kom Ombo to Edfu. 8 Arrive Edfu; visit temple; drive Luxor, visit Karnak Temple. 9 In Luxor; trek by donkey to Valley of the Kings. 10 End Luxor. Note: Certain departures may operate on an alternative itinerary.

Accommodation: 5nts hotel, 3nts felucca, 1nt overnight train; 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 3 dinners included.
Transport: Bus/Train/3-day Felucca Sailtrek/ Donkey trek to Valley of the Kings/Calesh.
Comment: A classic journey with a varied mix of sightseeing, exploring and relaxing. Be prepared for some early mornings as we sometimes explore before the heat of the day.
Group: Approx. 16 to 20 aboard up to three feluccas.
Staff: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s), some local guides, boatmen and a cook on sailtrek.
Trip Reference: NF

Dates & Prices
Start End Prices in US$ Local Payment Availability
02 Aug 0811 Aug 08$510USD150
09 Aug 0818 Aug 08$510USD150
23 Aug 0801 Sep 08$510USD150
13 Sep 0822 Sep 08$510USD150
04 Oct 0813 Oct 08$510USD150
11 Oct 0820 Oct 08$510USD150
18 Oct 0827 Oct 08$510USD150
25 Oct 0803 Nov 08$510USD150
08 Nov 0817 Nov 08$510USD150
15 Nov 0824 Nov 08$510USD150
22 Nov 0801 Dec 08$510USD150
20 Dec 0829 Dec 08$660USD150
27 Dec 0805 Jan 09$600USD150
03 Jan 0912 Jan 09$550USD150
17 Jan 0926 Jan 09$550USD150
31 Jan 0909 Feb 09$550USD150
14 Feb 0923 Feb 09$550USD150
21 Feb 0902 Mar 09$550USD150
14 Mar 0923 Mar 09$550USD150
21 Mar 0930 Mar 09$550USD150
28 Mar 0906 Apr 09$550USD150
04 Apr 0913 Apr 09$550USD150
11 Apr 0920 Apr 09$550USD150
18 Apr 0927 Apr 09$550USD150
09 May 0918 May 09$550USD150
23 May 0901 Jun 09$550USD150

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2009 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2009/10 brochure, due to be published in October 2008.

The price of a Single Room Option does not necessarily guarantee a single room for every night of the tour. For more information, please refer to the trip dossier / more details for this tour.
Single rooms are available for this tour at a supplement from US$ 60, depending on availability.