Desert, Land of Pharaohs & Nile Cruise

Morocco & Egypt in 16 Days • 14 Nights in Destination

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Get to know North Africa on this complete tour of Morocco and Egypt including cities, deserts, the Great Pyramids and a Nile Cruise.

Trip Highlights

  1. Aswan
  2. Cairo
  3. Luxor
  4. Nile River
  5. Fez
  6. Marrakesh
  7. Ouarzazate
  8. Rabat

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  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers.

  4. Activities

  5. Some meals

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  • Accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels and riads.
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Accommodation: 14 Nights

Itinerary

Discover the wonderful Marrakech, stroll through modern Rabat, and experience Fez. Traverse the Atlas Mountains to Midelt and Erfoud. Enter the Erg Chebbi Desert until you reach Kasbahs of Ait Ben Haddou in Ouarzazate. Enjoy the fascinating city of Cairo discovering the Great Pyramids. Live a Nile River Cruise experience and delight in the sights of Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor.

1st Day: Canada - Night on board

Arrive at your Canadian departure airport, ready to board a flight to Marrakech*. Night on board.

* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

2nd Day: Marrakech

Arrive in Marrakech and transfer * to the hotel. Rest of the day free to start discovering this wonderful city. A walk through the Medina allows you to enjoy the best of its architecture and the unique, colorful atmosphere of the city. Dinner and overnight stay in Marrakech. **

* The airport transfer will be shared with other travelers in your tour group. There are two transfers organized per day, and the timings of these will depend on the whole group's flight times. There will be one transfer during the morning and another one in the afternoon. For your convenience, you can choose to book a private airport transfer at the time of your choice, which you can add to your reservation during the next step of the booking process.

** Dinner not included if you arrive after 20:00.

You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

3rd Day: Marrakech

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on an eye-opening tour of the wonders of Marrakech, starting with the Minaret of the Koutoubia, from the 13th century and the spiritual center of Marrakech. Visit the Palace of the Bahia, the residence of the old vizir, and known for its intricate tile and wood carving decoration. Discover how spices and argan oil are made in a local school before you head to the Jamaa el Fna square home to the bustling souks, so typical of the city and full of fruit vendors and stalls selling wicker baskets, traditional sweets, and authentic souvenirs. At nightfall, the square looks magical as it is lit was thousands of lights. Dinner and overnight stay in Marrakech.

Included
Tour of the wonders of Marrakech
4th Day: Marrakech - Casablanca - Rabat - Meknes - Fez

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off by road towards iconic Casablanca, and enjoy a city tour where you can marvel at the Art Deco buildings and the Dar El Baida White House before visiting the Mohammed V Square and the upmarket Anfa district. Leave in the direction of Rabat to visit the Kasbah of the Oudayas, a citadel that is located to the north of the city. This fortress retains its Arab character of narrow alleys with white and blue façades that lead to viewpoints from which there are incredible views of the Atlantic coast. After the visit, travel to Meknes to see the exterior of the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, one of the few mosques in the country that can be accessed by non-Muslims. Inside, notice the delicate decoration and beautiful tiles.* Finally, head to the city of Fez. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Fez.

* Please note: The city of Meknes is currently undergoing extensive renovation works and no date has been set for their completion. Many of the city's landmarks are inaccessible and/or hidden behind protective covering, but your guide will endeavour to show you as much of the city as possible during your visit.

Included
Casablanca City Tour & Highlights of Rabat and Meknes
5th Day: Fez

Breakfast at the riad. Enjoy a full-day tour of Fez, considered the centre of Islam in Morocco. It is the intellectual and religious capital of the country. Begin with a panoramic view from one of the hills surrounding the city, then visit the bronze doors of the Royal Palace and walk into the medina to visit Medersas, the centre of Koranic studies. Explore the workshops in the artisan neighbourhoods. Walk along the broad Boulevard of Mohamed V and stroll through the endless streets of the world's largest medina. After the visit, return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Fez.

Included
Full-Day Fez City Tour
6th Day: Fez - Midelt - Erfoud

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart through the gentle mountains of the Middle Atlas, until you reach the city of Midelt, known for its apple cultivation. Continue along a beautiful route and view Berber life first hand. Arrive in Erfoud, at the edge of the great Sahara desert. Tonight, you have the opportunity to spend the night in a Berber Jaima Camp of your choice in the dunes of the Sahara.* Dinner and overnight stay in Erfoud.

* Optional Night in the Sahara Dunes. Take a 4x4 all-terrain vehicle to reach the high dunes of Merzouga. Admire the magical sunset and spend the night in a typical Berber Jaima Camp, with a traditional dinner included. 

Please note: If you would like to book this experience you must reserve it in advance, up to 30 days before departure, as places are limited. You will not be able to sleep in the hotel if you choose this optional night at the camp.

Included
Atlas Mountains Journey to Midelt & Erfoud
Optional
Night in the Dunes of the Sahara
7th Day: Erfoud - Gorges of Todgha - Dades Valley - Kalaat M'Gouna - Ouarzazate

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, visit the captivating Gorges of Todgha, and the Dades Valley, to experience the natural wonders of this unique landscape. Pass by ancient fortresses and lush oases before arriving at the small Berber town of Kalaat M'Gouna, famous for its roses and perfumes. Continue to Ouarzazate, a desert city, and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

Included
Gorges of Todgha & Dades Valley Excursion
8th Day: Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech

Breakfast at the hotel. Embark on a visit to the Kasbah of Taourirt, the former residence of the Pacha Glaoui called the Lord of the Atlas Region. Continue to the majestic Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This Kasbah, dotted with crenelated towers, is considered one of the most beautiful in the country and has often been a filming location for movies. In the afternoon, depart across the High Atlas mountains en route to Marrakech. Arrive in Marrakech, and spend the rest of the day exploring at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Marrakech.

Included
Kasbahs of Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou
9th Day: Marrakech - Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel*. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport ** for a flight to Cairo. Touch down in Cairo and transfer to the hotel. Once you've settled in, the remainder of the day is free at your leisure to get to know the sights and sounds of Cairo, in the shadow of the Great Pyramids! Go shopping at the local souk or sample the national cuisine. Overnight stay in Cairo.

* Depending on the flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast.

** The airport transfer will be shared with other travelers in your tour group. There are two transfers organized per day, and the timings of these will depend on the whole group's flight times. There will be one transfer during the morning and another one in the afternoon. For your convenience, you can choose to book a private airport transfer at the time of your choice, which you can add to your reservation during the next step of the booking process.

Optional
Experience Egypt Optional Excursions Package (Limited Offer) - 3 Excursions
Optional
Ultimate Egypt Optional Excursions Package (Limited Offer) - 4 Excursions
10th Day: Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel. Get to know the Egyptian capital today with a tour of Cairo's most emblematic sights. Begin at the Giza plateau, home of the three Great Pyramids, built over 4,500 years ago and one of the Seven Wonders of the World! Explore the pyramids and learn about their fascinating history as you walk in the footsteps of the pharaohs. Continue to the Great Sphinx to unearth more secrets of Ancient Egypt. The remainder of the day is free to explore Cairo at your leisure. Overnight stay in Cairo.

Included
Pyramids of Giza & Cairo Tour
11th Day: Cairo - Luxor

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Luxor On arrival, transfer to the port to board your Nile Cruise Boat, your home for the next four nights. Get settled in your cabin and enjoy lunch and the views of the river Nile. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Karnak, a huge complex of decayed temples, columns, and other buildings. On the way back to the ship, stop at the impressive Temple of Luxor, dedicated to Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonu and built by Amenophis III and Ramses II. Back on the ship, enjoy the remainder of the evening at your leisure. We recommend an optional Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show.* Dinner and overnight on board.

*Optional Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show: Visit the largest open-air museum in Egypt, the Karnak Temple in Luxor. Discover the secrets behind the temple's ancient name, Thebes, and explore its significant monuments.  As you wander through the ruins of this once great complex, you will be guided by the voices of the pharaohs who built this site to honor their god Amon. Watch as the temples and statues come to life with the clever use of special effects , relive the times of the ancient pharaohs with their customs and rituals as they recount the dramatic history of ancient Thebes.

Included
Visit to the Karnak Temple Complex
Optional
Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show
12th Day: Luxor - Edfu

Full-board on board. Begin the day with a visit to the legendary Valley of the Kings, the burial site of the pharaohs between the 18th and 20th ancient Egyptian dynasties, and the famous site of the tomb of Tutankhamun. After exploring the valley, head to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, set on large terraces beneath the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari. Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, two imposing stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, before returning to the ship as it navigates towards Edfu. Overnight on board.

Please note: The excursion to the Valley of the Kings includes visits to three tombs. Entrance to the tomb of Tutankhamun is not included but, if you are interested in visiting, you can buy a ticket to see this tomb at the site during your visit.

Included
Valley of the Kings & Temple of Hatshepsut Excursion
13th Day: Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan

Full-board on board. Disembark the ship in Edfu and take a buggy ride to the magnificent Temple of Horus, the famous, falcon-headed Egyptian god. Explore the atmospheric temple ruins as you trace the footsteps of the pharaohs. Return to the ship and continue sailing south to Kom Ombo. Upon arrival explore the twin Temples of Haroeris and Sobek and see the amazing Nilometer, used to measure the rising and falling levels of the Nile, an important life source in Egypt. Return to the ship and relax onboard as you continue towards Aswan. Overnight on board.

Included
Edfu & Kom Ombo Tour
14th Day: Aswan

Full-board on board. This morning, we recommend an optional visit to the amazing temples of Abu Simbel.* Today, enjoy a tour of Aswan to uncover the sights of this fascinating city. Explore the famous granite quarry, where the building blocks of many of ancient Egypt's monuments were produced, and visit both the old and new Aswan Dams, monumental engineering works built in the 19th and 20th centuries respectively to control the flooding on the banks of the Nile. End the day with a peaceful ride in a felucca, a typical fishing boat, on the river Nile. Overnight on board.

Optional Excursion to Abu Simbel: Visit these amazing temples, carved on the western cliff of the desert by Ramses II in the Xl century BC. See the iconic 20-metre high statues, dedicated to the god Amon Ra, and the Temple of Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor.

Optional Island of Philae Excursion: Discover the historic island of Philae, in the reservoir of the Old Aswan Dam. It is home to the ancient ruins of the Temple of Isis and offers a fascinating insight into life and beliefs in Ancient Egypt. 

Please note: If you take the optional excursion to Abu Simbel, you will depart from the ship at approximately 3 to make the most of the coolest and quietest part of the day. This way, you can fully experience Abu Simbel without the crowds and avoid sightseeing in high temperatures.

Important: The order of the optional excursions may vary depending on your departure day. Optional excursions can only be reserved at the time of booking or up to four days after booking.

Included
Aswan Tour & Felucca Boat Cruise
Optional
Abu Simbel Excursion
Optional
Island of Philae
15th Day: Aswan - Cairo

Breakfast on board. At the indicated time, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for a short flight to Cairo*. Arrive in the capital and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure to get to know Cairo. While away the day visiting the amazing Egyptian Museum, where it's worth spending some time to really get the most out of its unbeatable exhibitions or go shopping in the busy city souks to bag a bargain. We recommend an optional excursion to the Saladin Citadel.** Overnight stay in Cairo.

* The order of the excursions and visits may vary, depending on the schedule of the internal flights, traffic and other logistical reasons. The planned visits will be carried out in any case.

** Optional Excursion to Saladin Citadel: Visit the Alabaster Mosque and medieval fortification of Saladin Citadel, perched atop a hill in central Cairo and dating back to the 12th-century. Learn about the importance of the site to Egypt's Islamic heritage before walking through the Coptic Neighborhood, home to various churches. 

Important: The order of the optional excursions may vary depending on your departure day. Optional excursions can only be reserved at the time of booking or up to four days after booking.

Included
Visit to the Egyptian Museum & Bazaar Khan el Khalili
Optional
Saladin Citadel Excursion
16th Day: Cairo - Canada

Breakfast at the hotel*. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to Canada. Arrive in Canada and end your trip**.

* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

** Depending on the choice of flight, you may arrive back in Canada the following day.

If you would prefer this tour to be an exclusive experience for you and your group, please contact our Customer Service Department.

16 days trip including flights*

15 days and 14 nights in destination

1

YTO - RAK

2

YTO - RAK

Marrakech

3

Marrakech

4

Fez

5

Fez

6

Erfoud

7

Ourzazate

8

Marrakech

9

Cairo

10

Cairo

11

Nile

12

Nile

13

Nile

14

Nile

15

Cairo

16

CAI - YTO

* It may change depending of your departure city, departure date and arrival date.

The calendar does not display internal flights, trains or other transportation included in the itinerary.

Included activities

Included
Included activity for day 3 in Marrakesh
Duration 04:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00 Approx
Physical rating:
Moderate

Tour of the wonders of Marrakech

Tour Marrakech's most iconic sights such as the iconic Kutubia Minaret, the beautiful Bahia Palace and the lively Jamaa el Fna square.

What's included: Entrances, guide, transfers. Not included: Lunch

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Included
Included activity for day 4
Duration 13:45h Approx. Pick up time: 06:30 Approx
Physical rating:
Moderate

Casablanca City Tour & Highlights of Rabat and Meknes

Take a city tour of Casablanca to discover its most emblematic sights before heading to Rabat to visit the Kasbah of the Oudayas, a citadel located to the north of the city. Afterwards, travel to Meknes to see the exterior of the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail

Not included: Lunch

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Included
Included activity for day 5
Duration 08:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00 Approx
Physical rating:
Moderate

Full-Day Fez City Tour

A full-day tour of Fez. Begin with a panoramic view of the Royal Palace and walk into the medina to visit Medersas, the centre of Koranic studies. Explore the workshops in the artisan neighbourhoods and stroll along the Boulevard of Mohamed V.

Not included: Lunch

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Included
Included activity for day 6
Duration 08:15h Approx. Pick up time: 08:00 Approx
Physical rating:
Light

Atlas Mountains Journey to Midelt & Erfoud

An unforgettable journey through the Atlas Mountains, travel from Fez to the city of Midelt, known for its apple cultivation. Continue on the scenic route and view Berber life first-hand before arriving in Erfoud, at the edge of the great Sahara desert.

Not included: Lunch

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Available Activities

Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
Optional
Suggested activity for day 6 in Merzouga
Pick up time: 18:00 Approx
Physical rating:
Light

Night in the Dunes of the Sahara

Take a 4x4 all-terrain vehicle to reach the high dunes of Merzouga. Admire the magical sunset and spend the night in a typical Berber Jaima Camp, with a traditional dinner included.

What's included: Transfers in 4x4, dinner and accommodation. Private jaima with private bathroom.

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Optional
Suggested activity for day 9
Physical rating:
Active

Ultimate Egypt Optional Excursions Package (Limited Offer) - 4 Excursions

Add 4 unforgettable experiences to your trip! See the Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show, discover medieval Cairo with an excursion to the Saladin Citadel, visit the ancient Island of Philae in Aswan and take an excursion to the temples of Abu Simbel.

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Optional
Suggested activity for day 9
Physical rating:
Active

Experience Egypt Optional Excursions Package (Limited Offer) - 3 Excursions

Add 3 unforgettable experiences to your trip! See Karnak Temple like never before with the Sound and Light Show, discover medieval Cairo with an excursion to the Saladin Citadel and visit the Island of Philae.

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Optional
Suggested activity for day 11
Duration 02:30h Approx. Pick up time: 19:10 Approx
Physical rating:
Light

Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show

Discover the secrets of the "Karnak Temple" in Luxor, built in honor of the god Amun. Stroll through its ruins guided by the voices of the pharaohs, while the statues come to life with special effects and the history of Thebes is narrated.

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The price includes

  • premium care
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  • Departure from the main Canadian airports.
  • International flights: Canada - Marrakech, Marrakech - Cairo, Cairo - Canada. *
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  • Domestic flights: Cairo - Aswan, Luxor - Cairo. **
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  • 10 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels and riads, and 4 nights on board the Nile Cruise.***
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  • 10 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners and Full-Board on the Nile Cruise.
  • Transfers in air conditioned vehicles.****
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  • Visits and entrances fees as indicated in the itinerary.*****
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  • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
  • 4-night Nile Cruise.
  • English speaking guide.
*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

Not included

Visa (required)* drinks, tips** and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

* Visa issued on arrival in Cairo. Price approx. $25.

** Please note: Mandatory tips of $55 per person for the Nile Cruise are not included in the price and must be paid at the destination. Tipping for the rest of the trip is up to your personal preference, but keep in mind that tipping is a part of Egyptian culture. Service providers such as guides, waiters and drivers etc. rely on tipping from tourists as part of their income, therefore it is common to ask for tips in return for good service in Egypt.

Documentation of the internal flights will either be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days after you have made your booking or delivered to you on arrival at your destination.

Please note the following luggage allowances for your internal flight in Egypt
  • Checked luggage allowance is between 21-23 kg (46-50 lbs)
  • Hand luggage (carry-on) allowance is 8 kg (17 lbs)

** For travellers arriving in Egypt on a Thursday, please note that the flight the following day from Cairo to Aswan usually departs early in the morning, so you will be required to leave for the airport before dawn.

It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.

*** Possibility to spend the night in a Berber Jaima Camp in the dunes of Erg Chebbi. If you would like to book this experience you must reserve it in advance, up to 30 days before departure, as places are limited.

**** The airport transfer will be shared with other travelers in your tour group. There are two transfers organized per day, and the timings of these will depend on the whole group's flight times. There will be one transfer during the morning and another one in the afternoon. For your convenience, you can choose to book a private airport transfer at the time of your choice, which you can add to your reservation during the next step of the booking process.

Important festivals:

Ramadan: from March 22nd to April 21st 2023.

Eid-al-Adha: from June 28th to July 1st 2023.

Please note: During July and August, occupation in Morocco is very high, by local and international tourism, which can affect schedules due to the intense traffic. The passengers who decide to travel in this period, accept these circumstances and we will not accept claims produced for this reason, which creates difficulty in the operation of the program.

***** The itinerary indicated in Cairo corresponds to the departures on Saturdays. Depending on the day of departure the order of the itinerary will be as follows:

Sunday and Thursday departures: 1 night Cairo, 4 nights Nile Cruise, 2 nights Cairo

The allocated cruise ship may be changed due to routine maintenance, in which case you will be allocated a cruise of the same or higher category.

Please note: A free basic Wi-Fi connection of 4GB per stay is provided onboard the Nile Cruise. Uploading or downloading videos is not permitted due to limited bandwidth availability. Please be aware that the ship's Wi-Fi connection is dependent on satellite coverage and that there are sections of the cruise in which Wi-Fi will not be available. High-speed Wi-Fi is available to use in port only, for an extra fee of $8 USD per day.

Mandatory tips of $55 per person for the Nile Cruise are not included in the price and must be paid at the destination. These are the ONLY mandatory tips you will be required to pay during this tour. Tipping for the rest of the trip is optional, but keep in mind that tipping is an important part of Egyptian culture and that it is commonplace for service providers to ask for tips. In these cases, it is up to your personal discretion whether to tip or not.

This trip is not suitable for a person with reduced mobility due to the nature of the excursions and the terrain.
However, please note that this tour can be taken privately. There will be a private guide and a specifically designed itinerary to ensure maximum enjoyment. The excursions will be taken via alternative routes with ease of access and the pace will be dictated by the passenger.
To take part in the private tour it is required that the person with reduced mobility is accompanied by a dedicated person at all times, to assist in any necessary situations, such as getting in and out of the transport vehicle, on excursions, and so on.

This tour is not recommended for children under 8 years old, as many transfers can be quite lengthy. It is possible to do the tour privately so that any age group can take part. To book the private tour please contact our customer service department and they will be happy to assist you.

  • Entry requirements
    Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after the date you enter Morocco.
  • Visa
    Visa not required for stays up to 90 days.
  • Currency
    Moroccan Dirham.
  • Language
    Arabic.
  • Electricity
    220 V. European style two pin adaptor required.
  • Health
    There are no mandatory vaccinations.
  • Time zone
    UTC + 1
  • Other useful information
    You should always haggle when shopping in the souks of Morocco.
  • Tourist Office website
    www.visitmorocco.com

Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.

Children: 2-11 years.

If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 778 807 9750 or via our contact form.

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