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Egypt & Turkey: Ancient Wonders with Nile Cruise & Istanbul Exploration

Embark on an epic journey to two of the world's most captivating destinations. Discover the timeless grandeur of Egypt, from the bustling streets of Cairo to the serene waters of the Nile. For an even richer experience, combine your adventure with the vibrant cultural tapestry of Istanbul, where East meets West.

What You Get

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Round-trip airfare: From select gateways to Cairo (and Istanbul for combined package) on Turkish Airlines & Qatar Airways.

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Hotel & Nile Cruise Stays: 8 nights for the Egypt-only package (4 nights in Cairo, 4 nights Nile Cruise) or 11 nights for the Egypt & Istanbul package (3 nights Istanbul, 4 nights Cairo, 4 nights Nile Cruise).

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Internal Flights & Transfers: Includes flights between Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, plus Istanbul-Cairo for the combined package, along with all round-trip airport transfers.

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Daily Meals: Enjoy daily breakfast in hotels and full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during your Nile Cruise.

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Guided Sightseeing: Orientation tours as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking local guide.

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Not included: Optional tours, hotel upgrades, travel insurance, personal expenses, and single supplement fees.

Travel window: September 5, 2026 – December 22, 2026 • Book by: July 8, 2026
Travel dates, airfare, and inclusions are subject to availability — finalize booking with Affordable World Tours as soon as possible.

Plan Your Trip

Itinerary 1: Egypt Adventure - Cairo & Nile Cruise

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• Day 1 — Fly from USA to EgyptBegin your international flight from the USA to Egypt, preparing for an incredible adventure.
• Day 2 — Arrival in Cairo 🇪🇬Arrive in Cairo, where you’ll meet your representative and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to relax or explore the city.
• Day 3 — Cairo & Grand Egyptian MuseumVisit the Grand Egyptian Museum to discover remarkable artifacts from ancient Egypt. Afternoon at leisure or optional Memphis & Sakkara tour (+$119/person).
• Day 4 — Cairo at Leisure or Pyramids TourEnjoy a free day or join an optional half-day tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx (+$79/person), with panoramic views over Cairo.
• Day 5 — Cairo – Luxor – Nile CruiseFly to Luxor and board your Nile cruise. Visit the Karnak Complex and Luxor Temple before dinner and overnight on board.
• Day 6 — Nile Cruise – EsnaCruise the Nile at leisure or join an optional West Bank excursion featuring the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon (+$119/person).
• Day 7 — Nile Cruise – Edfu – Kom Ombo – AswanExplore the Temple of Edfu by horse-drawn carriage and visit the unique double Temple of Kom Ombo. Continue sailing to Aswan with evening entertainment onboard.
• Day 8 — Nile Cruise – AswanEnjoy free time or take an optional excursion to the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel (+$149/person). Later, sail by felucca around Aswan’s scenic landmarks.
• Day 9 — Aswan – CairoDisembark the cruise and explore Aswan at leisure or on an optional tour of Philae Temple, the High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk (+$75/person). Fly to Cairo for your final night.
• Day 10 — Cairo – USATransfer to the airport for your return flight home, concluding your unforgettable journey through Egypt.

Hotels — Egypt Adventure

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Ramses Hiltono

• Cairo • 4 Nights • Twin

M/S Blue Shadow III

• Nile Cruise • 4 Nights • Twin

Itinerary 2: Istanbul & Egypt Nile Adventure

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• Day 1 — Fly from USA to Istanbul 🇹🇷 Begin your international flight from the USA to Istanbul, Turkey.
• Day 2 — Arrival in Istanbul Arrive in Istanbul. Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel, then begin discovering this vibrant city where Europe and Asia meet.
• Day 3 — Istanbul Sightseeing Explore Sultanahmet’s iconic landmarks including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar. Evening at leisure or optional visit to Topkapi Palace and Taksim (+$129/person).
• Day 4 — Istanbul at Leisure Enjoy free time or join an optional tour featuring the Spice Bazaar, Rustem Pasha Mosque, and a scenic Bosphorus cruise (+$139/person).
• Day 5 — Istanbul – Cairo 🇪🇬 Fly to Cairo and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring Egypt’s bustling capital independently.
• Day 6 — Cairo & Grand Egyptian Museum Visit the impressive Grand Egyptian Museum to see priceless ancient artifacts. Optional excursion to Memphis and Sakkara, home of the Step Pyramid (+$119/person).
• Day 7 — Cairo at Leisure or Pyramids Tour Free day or optional visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx (+$79/person), with panoramic views over Cairo.
• Day 8 — Cairo – Luxor – Nile Cruise Fly to Luxor and board your Nile cruise. Visit the Karnak Complex and Luxor Temple before dinner on board.
• Day 9 — Nile Cruise – Esna Cruise the Nile at leisure or join an optional West Bank tour including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon (+$119/person).
• Day 10 — Nile Cruise – Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan Tour the Temple of Edfu by horse-drawn carriage and visit the unique double Temple of Kom Ombo. Evening cruise to Aswan with onboard festivities.
• Day 11 — Nile Cruise – Aswan Free morning or optional excursion to Abu Simbel’s monumental rock temples (+$149/person). Later, enjoy a felucca sail around Aswan’s scenic landmarks.
• Day 12 — Aswan – Cairo Disembark the cruise and explore Aswan at leisure or on an optional tour including Philae Temple, the High Dam, and Unfinished Obelisk (+$75/person). Fly back to Cairo.
• Day 13 — Cairo – USA Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, concluding your unforgettable journey through Turkey and Egypt.

Hotels — Istanbul & Egypt Nile Adventure

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Occidental Taksim Hotel

• Istanbul • 3 Nights • Twin

Ramses Hilton

• Cairo • 4 Nights • Twin

M/S Blue Shadow III

• Nile Cruise • 4 Nights • Twin

Departure Airports

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Available gateways and starting "from" fares per person:

• Atlanta (ATL) — $2399
• Chicago (ORD) — $2489
• Boston (BOS) — $2489
• Miami (MIA) — $2489
• Washington D.C. (IAD) — $2499
• New York (JFK) — $2549
• Houston (IAH) — $2599
• Seattle (SEA) — $2599
• Dallas (DFW) — $2599
• Detroit (DTW) — $2599
• Los Angeles (LAX) — $2699
• Newark (EWR) — $3199
• Denver (DEN) — $3499

Actual price depends on selected travel dates. Surcharges may apply for holiday-period departures.

Optional Tours & Upgrades

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Enhance your experience with options available at booking:

• Egypt Adventure Best Seller Value Pack: Bundle of popular excursions for a comprehensive Egyptian experience. (+$320/person)
• Memphis & Sakkara with Lunch: Explore ancient capitals and the Step Pyramid. (+$119/person)
• Great Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx Tour: Visit the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. (+$79/person)
• West Bank Excursion (Luxor): Discover the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. (+$119/person)
• Abu Simbel Excursion by Bus: Visit the magnificent rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel. (+$149/person)
• Landmarks of Aswan: Tour Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk. (+$75/person)
• Landmarks of Istanbul: Explore Topkapi Palace, Galata, Istiklal Caddesi & Taksim Square (minimum 4 guests). (+$129/person)
• Treasures of Istanbul: Enjoy a Bosphorus Cruise, Spice Bazaar, and Rustem Pasha Mosque (minimum 4 guests). (+$139/person)

Know Before You Go

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• FlightsRound-trip airfare on Turkish Airlines & Qatar Airways. Includes one overnight flight. Baggage allowance is subject to airline policies and may incur additional fees.
• Currency & LanguageIn Egypt, the local currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP), and the official language is Arabic. In Turkey, the local currency is the Turkish Lira (TRY), and the official language is Turkish. English is commonly spoken in tourist areas.
• Age RequirementsThe minimum age to check in is 18 years old. Children's pricing not specified; travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Solo TravelA solo traveler supplement applies: $675-$775 per person for the Egypt-only package, and $875 per person for the Egypt & Istanbul package (rates vary by departure date).
• Additional NotesAn English-speaking local guide is provided for orientation tours as indicated in the itinerary.

Cancellation Policy

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Your Groupon voucher is refundable until deal expiration date ("Book by" date) or until you complete your booking on the Affordable World Tours page and submit your voucher code. Once your booking is submitted and confirmed, it becomes non-refundable through Groupon, and all further changes are subject to the merchant's cancellation policy. See the FAQs section for detail.

How To Book

1. Pull up voucher with our mobile app (or print it out).

2. Reservation required; book by 7/8/2026, click <a href="https://www.affordableworld.com/Booking/GrouponNotice">here</a> or visit https://www.affordableworld.com/Booking/GrouponNotice and follow the instructions.

3. Enjoy!

FAQs

Does buying a Groupon voucher mean my trip is booked?

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No — purchasing the voucher does not book your trip. The voucher entitles you to book a 'Limited Time Offer' vacation package at a Groupon-discounted rate. After buying, follow the steps in 'How To Book' as soon as possible to secure your preferred dates.

Are all travel dates available at the Groupon price?

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Not all dates are offered at the Groupon rate. Check the Affordable World Tours special offers page to see eligible dates. If your preferred date isn't available at the Groupon price, you may need to pay the difference at Affordable World Tours checkout or adjust your travel dates. There are no specified blackout dates for this deal.

What is the difference between the Egypt Adventure and Istanbul & Egypt Nile Adventure packages?

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The Egypt Adventure package is 10 days/8 nights, focusing solely on Egypt. The Istanbul & Egypt Nile Adventure is 13 days/11 nights, adding a multi-day exploration of Istanbul before continuing to Egypt.

What meals are included in the package?

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Daily breakfast is included at your hotels. During your Nile Cruise, all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) are included.

Are transfers included?

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Yes, round-trip airport transfers for both domestic and international flights, as well as internal flights within Egypt (and to/from Istanbul for the combined package), are included.

What types of hotels and cruise ships are used?

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You will stay in 4-star and 5-star hotels or similar properties, such as the Occidental Taksim Hotel in Istanbul and the Ramses Hilton in Cairo. The Nile Cruise will be on a 5-star ship like the M/S Blue Shadow III or similar.