Prices & Departure Dates
Prices shown are per person travelling. 'Twin/Double' prices per person apply when there are 2 people travelling, sharing a room. The 'Single supplement' applies for single travellers who require their own room and needs to be added to the 'Twin/Double' price. If you are happy to be paired up with another single traveller of the same sex on your tour, this can be arranged, thus avoiding the single person supplement.
All our scheduled tour departures are guaranteed subject to a minimum of 2 travellers. To date we have not cancelled a single trip!
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| Pre Tour Accommodation - Cairo |
USD $69 |
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| Post Tour Accommodation - Cairo |
USD $69 |
USD $20 |
King Tutankhamen - 9 days Go Guide : :Check out the go guide for details of the tour, info on visas, climate, money, what to bring and more!
Bolt-ons
Make the most of your time away! Listed below are the optional activities that are available on this trip. Please note that you will need to book these prior to travel as we cannot always guarantee availability of these activities once you are on holiday.
| Start - any day of the year. Ex. Cairo.
Chart Egypt’s Western Oases! Journeying to Bahariyya Oasis, we continue by 4 x 4's to the amazing expanse of the White Desert, where we’ll camp out under a blanket of stars and watch an amazing sunrise over the desert sands before returning to Cairo. |
| Upgrade from the included Nile felucca cruise from Aswan to Luxor and cruise in style aboard a luxury Nile cruiser. Our 5 star cruiser has a bar and restaurant, whilst your well–appointed, air-conditioned cabin offers a private bathroom. The boat deck offers plenty of space for relaxation and a swimming pool. Sightseeing stops are made en-route. All meals included, buffet style during your onboard stay.
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| Abu Simbel, possibly the most awe-inspiring temple of all ancient Egypt, with its gigantic rock–cut façade, was created to revere the mighty ruler Ramses II. Guarding the entrance to the temple, the 4 colossal statues of Ramses II sit majestically staring out across the desert, seemingly since time began. This excursion is offered on all tours visiting Aswan. |
| An aerial adventure awaits in Luxor! Imagine drifting silently over temples, ancient sites, ruins and villages in the early morning sun. See ancient Thebes from a different angle as you float above the River Nile and wave down at the locals as you drift a few metres from their open rooftops! |
| The pharaoh's pass offers a combined money-saving upgrade to the sleeper train cabin when travelling between Cairo and Aswan and an upgrade from the included felucca, to that of a Nile 5 star cruiser. Our cruiser has its own bar, lounge, restaurants and swimming pool. Your onboard cabin is well-equipped with private bathroom and air-conditioning for your comfort. All meals are included on your 3 night stay. Seasonal supplements may apply.
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| On our Jewel of the Nile, Family tours and many tailor-made itineraries we include the Sleeper Cabin Train as part of your journey. On all other tours (taking the Nefertiti Seater Train) we offer the option to upgrade to a sleeper cabin on the Sleeper train. Cabins are lockable, equipped with 2 bunk beds, linen, washbasin and towel, allowing passengers to relax and stretch out.
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Experiences
If you are interesting in trips with similar experiences to this one, then check out some of the ones we've listed below.
| Shop til you drop and experience a myriad of different sights, sounds and souvenirs in bustling bazaars around the world. Soak up the atmosphere in the souks of Marrakech, barter for bargains at the ginormous Grand Bazaar in Istanbul or lose yourself in Beijing's Silk Alley Markets. Visit the old covered market in Damascus or get some great souvenirs in Otavalo the handicraft market in Ecuador. |
| One of the highlights of our Egypt group tours, is felucca sailing on the mighty River Nile. Feluccas are simple, traditional sailboats, with broad sails, that have plied the mighty Nile since ancient times. Sail during the day, taking in the colourful sights of the Nile village life en-route, soak up the sun, relax, jump in for a swim and let the peaceful routine of life aboard allow, you to escape the stress of everyday life! At night sleep ondeck under a blanket of stars! What better way to experience the great outdoors! |
| Sole survivors from the ancient Greek-listed Seven Wonders of the World, the amazing pyramids at Giza are the planet’s oldest tourist attraction! Known as Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus, the pyramids were already more than 2,000 years old when Herodotus the Greek historian visited them (5th century BC). |
What You See and What You Get
We have listed below the key highlights on this trip as well as all the things that are included. Additionally, where appropriate, we have listed the items thar are not included the trip price.
Trip Highlights
- Cairo - Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza Plateau, Necropolis of Saqqara, Egyptian Museum
- Nile felucca cruising - islands en route
- Edfu - Temple of Horus
- Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
| - Aswan - High Dam, Philae Temple, River Nile
- Kom Ombo - Temple of Kom Ombo
- Luxor - Temple of Karnak
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What's Included
- Breakfast daily
- 4 nights 4 - 5 star hotels
- 2 nights seater train: Cairo - Aswan and Luxor - Cairo. Sleeper cabin upgrade possible!
- Touring of Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan, Edfu & Luxor
- All relevant transfer and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
| - All meals aboard felucca cruise
- 2 nights aboard felucca (open deck)
- Airport arrival and departure transfer, day 1 and day 9
- Egyptian tour leader/guide degree qualified in Egyptology
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What's Not Included
- International flights and visa
- Tipping Kitty: $30-50 USD
| - Entrance Fees: $90-110 USD
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Postcards
Here's what some of our past travellers have written in to us and said about their experiences on this trip.
It was a wonderful experience. Great balance between sightseeing and free time. Our guide was excellent, very knowledgeable, helpful, full of humor and compassion.
Andries Cilliers, Mar 2010
Very well organized tour. We saw a lot of Egypt in small amount of time. On the Go staff are great! Going out of their way to make the trip as enjoyable and stress free as possible! Great job guys!
Jacquie Watt, Mar 2010
I learnt so much about Egypt on the tour, which wouldn't be able if I was travelling independently. The organization of the trip was excellent, everything ran smoothly without any problems.
Will recommend Egypt with on the go to my friends!
Barbara Liams, Mar 2010
We've got great memories adn loads of amazing photos to take home.
Many thanks, especially to Sam, our guide, who co-ordinated all activities, site visits & cruise evenings with enthusiasm, style and professionalism. Extremely high value.
Thank you once more.
Melissa R., Feb 2010
Dear John,
I have just returned from the Go tours' 9 day King Tutankhamen tour of Egypt and wanted to let you know it was outstanding and exceeded all expectations - the highlights are too many to list!
Our guide, Sheriff, made the tour even more enjoyable with his great humour, in-depth knowledge of Egyptology, huge generosity and enthusiasm. It was all the little things that Sheriff took care of whilst looking after the people in our tour group that showed attention to detail and ensured that the tour ran smoothly. A number of people who had done other tours with various companies all agreed that it was the best tour they had been on to date.
Sheriff is clearly an asset to your company as well as a great ambassador for Egypt.
I will be recommending On the Go tours to my friends and family and look forward to visiting Egypt again soon with your company for a tour of the red Sea and Jordan.
With best wishes,
Kylie Staines, Jan 2010
Dear All
I have just returned from the King Tutankhamun Christmas Tour to Egypt and can honestly say that it was one of my best holidays ever. I had never done an organised tour beforehand, being an independent traveller and was slightly unsure what to expect. The On The Go Tour I was on surpassed all my expectations. I could not believe how smoothly everything ran, how organised your team was and how effortless it all was. We had a packed schedule but it never felt like we were in a rush and the balance of free time, relaxing and sightseeing was perfect. I was also very impressed with the very high standard of our accommodation.
We were extremely lucky to have had Ramony Ayoub as our tour guide. Words do not do him justice at all. His knowledge, obvious enthusiasm and passion for his subject matter (not to mention his many stories!) were infectious and really made Egypt come alive for all of us. I really enjoyed learning about both past and present Egypt - I came away knowing more than I had expected to learn. Ramony always had time for a chat and a cup of tea but was also incredibly professional. I always felt really relaxed with Ramony around as I knew things would run smoothly - there was not need for us to think at all! What a perfect thing for a holiday!
Without a doubt Ramony played a major part in the enjoyment of our holiday. He is a true asset to your company. Thank you once again. I will definitely be booking with On The Go again and I will definitely be visiting Egypt again!
Regards,
Leeann Atkinson, Jan 2010
I have just returned from a trip on your Egypt King Tut tour and I had such a great time I felt compelled to just send a quick email to let you know!
After living in London for nearly 4 years now I have been on many holidays to lots of different counties, and I can honestly the trip to Egypt now ranks at the top of the list. The sights, history and people were quite simply amazing!
I also think it is worth making a special mention to our tour leader and guide Sam. Not only was his knowledge and organisation first rate, but his enthusiasm, and sense of humour was fantastic. On some of the early morning starts when everyone was sitting on the bus a little downcast due to the hour of the morning, to see Sam bounding in with a huge smile on his face talking enthusiastically about the day ahead really lifted the whole group.
In years to come I will be able to look back on this trip, and reminisce about the amazing sights of Egypt and the friends (including our guide Sam!) I have made. You have now got yourselves an un-official sales rep as I am telling all my fiends that that should be going to Egypt now.
Thanks and regards,
George Kenny, Jan 2010
I will never forget this trip. Felucca cruise - amazing, what a great thing to do! Hotels and food were brilliant and good value. Tour leader very informative and fun! What more can you ask for?
Great tour!
Katrina Barrell, Jan 2010
