Classic Egypt Solo Holiday
Handcrafted for solo travellers, see Egypt’s most iconic sites from Cairo’s famous Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx to the awe-inspiring temples, tombs, and monuments of the Nile Valley. Cruise Egypt’s river Nile on a luxury cruise ship hopping on and off with an expert Egyptologist to learn more about these incredible ancient treasures.
First up, explore Cairo at your own pace. Conveniently located, the Four Seasons Cairo at Nile Plaza is only a short drive from the city’s famous pyramids, its 1000-year-old market, the 12th-century citadel, and the Egyptian museum. When you have taken your fill of photos and stocked up on your souvenirs, you will fly to Luxor in the Nile Valley region. From here you will spend 4 nights cruising to Aswan on Sanctuary Sun Boat IV, a luxurious floating haven. Expert guides will take you in small groups as you stop off at awe-inspiring sites such as the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and the Temple of Khnum. After a day of sightseeing, lounge on the pool deck and gaze out as the ship passes both modern and ancient Egypt. End this bucket list adventure at Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan. This famous hotel stands in the Nubian Desert, on the banks of the Nile and is close to the rock Tombs of Amarna, the Aswan Museum and Elephantine Island.
Day by Day summary
- Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Cairo
- 3 nights - Four Seasons Cairo at Nile Plaza, Cairo, Egypt
- 4 nights - Sanctuary Sun Boat IV, Nile Valley, Egypt
- 2 nights - Sofitel Legend Old Cataract, Nile Valley, Egypt
- Ends - Transfer to Cairo for your international flight home
At a glance
- Egypt
- 9 Nights
- Scenic
Tailormade itineraries
Every Mahlatini trip is custom created to your exact travel wishes – no readymade tours or set departures. Get in touch with our experts to start creating your bespoke itinerary.
Guide Price
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Day-by-day
Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.
Includes
- International and domestic flights as detailed
- Meals and accommodation as detailed
- Road transfers as detailed
- In Cairo Private Tours of the Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Memphis, Egyptian Museum, the Citadel, Alabaster Mosque and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Shared Cruise Nile Valley Tours of Karnak Temple and Temple of Khnum, Temple of Edfu and Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, Aswan Market and Elephantine Island
- Nile boat trip aboard a felucca
- Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
- Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
- Community projects contribution with Uthando
Excludes
- Entry visas and fees
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Beverages
- Entrance into any of the 3 Pyramids
- Optional tour of Abu Simbel
ACTIVITIES
This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
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Birdwatching
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Boat Trip
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Hot Air Balloon Flights
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City Sights
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Photography
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Cultural Experiences
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Archaeological Sites
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Museum
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