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Trace Akhenaten’s lost capital, ride a sleeper train and unwind on a deluxe Nile cruise across pharaonic Egypt. This private 12‑night itinerary pairs big‑name sights with quieter archaeological sites for a fuller picture of ancient Egypt.
Trace Akhenaten’s lost capital, ride a sleeper train and unwind on a deluxe Nile cruise across pharaonic Egypt. This private 12‑night itinerary pairs big‑name sights with quieter archaeological sites for a fuller picture of ancient Egypt.
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Operated by Explore plus Holidays · Cairo, Cairo Governorate
Dawn in Cairo throws a thin gold edge across the River Nile and the city exhales — a mix of diesel, spice stalls and history. This 12‑night private itinerary moves from the Giza plateau to the lesser‑visited ruins of Amarna and El Minya, then follows the Nile south by sleeper train and deluxe cruise, letting the river pull you through pharaonic landscapes.
moderate.
12–13 days.
Suitable for travelers in reasonable health who can handle several hours of walking on uneven stone and stairs; not technically demanding.
Most itineraries list admissions as separate; confirm at booking. Many major sites require on‑site tickets or e‑tickets and some optional excursions carry extra fees.
Official rules often prevent guides from entering certain tombs; guides typically brief outside and provide context before and after your visit.
Sleeper trains use two‑berth cabins on overnight legs; comfort is basic but efficient—expect shared bathrooms and limited Wi‑Fi or TV service on board.
Tipping is customary for guides, drivers and cruise staff; budget modest daily tips in local currency and tip your Egyptologist guide at trip’s end.
Amarna was built by Pharaoh Akhenaten as a radical capital for Aten worship in the 14th century BC; the Valley of the Kings and Luxor temples reflect later New Kingdom royal power concentrated along the Nile.
Riverside development and the High Dam changed Nile ecology and sedimentation; travel responsively—avoid touching reliefs, use local guides, and follow site rules to reduce wear on ancient stone.
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