Egypt Highlights

Today after breakfast at the Hotel, your adventure begins with a guided visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and Egypt’s most iconic archaeological site.

Explore the world-famous museum housing thousands of ancient artifacts, including royal treasures, statues, and historical collections that showcase Egypt’s rich civilization.

Continue to Khan El Khalil Bazaar, a historic marketplace once known as the Turkish bazaar during the Ottoman era, now simply called “Khan.” It is a vibrant hub for traditional crafts, souvenirs, perfumes, spices, and local culture.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure for personal activities or relaxation.

Overnight Stay at Hotel in Cairo

After breakfast, check out from your Cairo hotel and transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the cruise terminal to board your Nile Cruise, your floating home for the next few days.

Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the impressive High Dam, a monumental achievement of modern engineering that tamed the Nile’s annual floods and supplies hydroelectric power across Egypt.

Next, travel by motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Set on an island surrounded by the Nile’s tranquil waters. After your visits, return to the ship to relax and enjoy onboard facilities.

Overnight on the Nile Cruise.

After breakfast on the cruise, embark on a serene sail along the Nile as you journey toward Kom Ombo, home to one of Egypt’s most unique ancient temples. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, an extraordinary double temple dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus the Elder and the crocodile god Sobek. Built during the Ptolemaic period, this symmetrical structure features twin entrances, twin halls, and fascinating reliefs. 

Continue sailing to Edfu, where you will explore the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt. This grand complex boasts towering pylons, finely detailed carvings, and a striking colossal statue of Horus in the form of a falcon guarding the entrance. After your visits, return to the ship and enjoy a relaxing evening 

Overnight on the Nile Cruise.

After breakfast on the cruise, begin your exploration of Luxor’s magnificent East Bank, home to two of the most extraordinary temples in Upper Egypt.

Your first stop is the Karnak Temple Complex, the largest ancient religious site in the world. Walk through the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall, with its forest of towering columns, and admire the Sacred Lake, colossal statues, and intricately carved hieroglyphs that narrate centuries of pharaonic history. 

Continue your tour with a visit to the enchanting Luxor Temple, an elegant riverside sanctuary linked to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes. Discover its grand courtyards, colossal statues of Ramses II.

After completing your sightseeing, return to the cruise ship. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing and enjoying the onboard facilities as your Nile journey continues.

Overnight on the Nile Cruise.

After breakfast, disembark from your cruise and begin your journey across the Nile to Luxor’s majestic West Bank, home to some of ancient Egypt’s most iconic archaeological wonders.

Your first visit is to the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s pharaohs of the New Kingdom. Explore exquisitely decorated tombs carved deep into the desert cliffs. This valley has been the final resting place of rulers such as Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Seti I.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece dramatically built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Dedicated to Egypt’s first female pharaoh.

After your sightseeing, proceed to Luxor Domestic Airport for your flight to Cairo.Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight in Cairo.

After breakfast at your hotel, check out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward flight back home. Bid farewell to Egypt, carrying unforgettable memories of its ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and timeless landscapes.

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