suggested itinerary
The below itinerary is only a suggested one as there are direct flights departing the UK everyday with Egypt Air. Should you wish to extend or shorten your stay with more or less time in Egypt, the itinerary below can be tailored to suit.
DAY 1
Depart GATWICK AIRPORT (LGW) with EGYPT AIR AM (E)
Arrive CARIO (CAI) PM
On arrival you will be met by a Angling Direct Holidays' representative and transferred to your Hotel. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy.
Overnight accommodation: El Gezirah Sheraton Hotel B/B
DAY 2
Day tour of the Pyramids, Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum with your private guide. Time for exploring and shopping.
Overnight accommodation: El Gezirah Sheraton Hotel B/B
DAY 3
Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel for a private transfer to Cairo airport, where you will catch your internal flight to Aswan.
On arrival at Aswan airport you will be greeted by a Angling Direct Holidays' representative for a short 10-minute transfer to the lake. Meet your boat, crew and guide.
Depart Aswan to fishing areas. (Note this normally means about a four hour boat journey before you start fishing; giving you plenty of time to unpack and set up all your tackle). Sit back and relax, as you start to explore this remote wilderness.
Overnight accommodation: 30ft Safari boat, Lake Nasser F/B
DAYS 4 TO 8
Start as early or as late as you wish. Fish all day or take things at a slower pace, the choice is yours. Normally the day would be split into trolling and shore fishing. However if you wish to do more of one than the other our guides are only to pleased to help.
Overnight accommodation: 30ft Safari boat, Lake Nasser F/B
DAY 9
Fishing or relaxing, your choice.
During the day you will be making / fishing your way back towards Aswan. Late afternoon you will arrive back at Aswan where again you will be met by our Angling Direct Holidays' representative for your private transfer back to your Aswan Hotel.
Overnight accommodation: Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan B/B
DAY 10
Morning free to spend relaxing or exploring the sights and sounds of Aswan. Afternoon visit to the High Dam, and Philae Temple.
Overnight accommodation: Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan B/B
DAY 11
Morning private transfer from your hotel to your 5-star cruise boat. Lunch on board.
Sail by Felucca to Elephantine and Kitchener Island. Sail to Kom Ombo. Visit The Temple of Kom Ombo. Sailing to Edfu. Dinner on board the cruise. Galabya Party & Overnight In Edfu.
Overnight accommodation: 5-Star Cruise Boat B/B
DAY 12
AM Buffet breakfast on board. Morning visit to Edfu Temple. Continue sailing to Luxor. Lunch & Dinner on board.
Overnight accommodation: 5-Star Cruise Boat B/B
DAY 13
AM Buffet breakfast on board. Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples. Sound & Light show at Karnak. Dinner & Overnight in Luxor.
Overnight accommodation: 5-Star Cruise Boat B/B
DAY 14
AM Buffet breakfast on board. Morning visit to The West Bank. Visit The Valley of The Kings , Valley of The Queens , Temple of Queen Hatshepsut & Colossi of Memnon. Afternoon free at leisure.
Evening flight back to Cairo where you will be met by a Angling Direct Holidays' representative.
Private transfer to your 5-star Hotel.
Overnight accommodation: El Gezirah Sheraton Hotel B/B
DAY 15
Private transfer back to Cairo international airport for your return flight home.
Depart CARIO (CAI) with EGYPT AIR AM (E)
Arrive GATWICK AIRPORT (LGW) AM
Flight Class
(E) Economy
(WT) World Traveller
(WTP) World Traveller Plus
(B) Business Class
(C) Club Class
(F) First Class |
Board
F/B Full Board
H/B Half Board
B/B Bed & Breakfast
R/O Room Only
S/C Self Catering
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Fishing
Fishing is based on one guide and cook per boat
Hotel Ratings
4* Nile Cruise Boats
