Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our English-speaking representative, who will assist you with the arrival procedures and immigration formalities. After completing the airport formalities, you will be escorted to your private air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable transfer to your hotel in Cairo.
Upon arrival at the hotel, you will proceed with the check-in process and have the remainder of the day at leisure to relax after your journey.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Meals: No Meals
After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, meet your professional English-speaking tour guide in the hotel lobby and begin your half-day excursion to the legendary Giza Plateau, home to some of the most remarkable monuments of ancient Egypt.
Your visit starts with the Great Pyramids of Giza, built more than 4,500 years ago during the reign of the Fourth Dynasty pharaohs. Explore the magnificent pyramids of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre (Chephren), and Menkaure (Mykerinos), and enjoy panoramic views of these extraordinary structures rising from the desert plateau.
Continue to the iconic Great Sphinx of Giza, the colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, believed to represent King Khafre. Your guide will share fascinating insights into the myths and history surrounding this world-famous monument.
The tour concludes with a visit to the Valley Temple of King Khafre, an exceptionally well-preserved granite temple that was once used for the mummification rituals of the king before his burial.
After completing the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Early in the morning, transfer to Cairo International Airport to board your domestic flight to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes and one of the world’s greatest open-air museums.
Upon arrival at Luxor Airport, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Nile Cruise ship for embarkation.
After completing the check-in formalities, the rest of the day will be at leisure to relax on board, enjoy the cruise facilities, or explore Luxor at your own pace.
In the evening, you may choose to join an optional excursion to the Sound & Light Show at the Karnak Temples, where the fascinating history of ancient Thebes comes alive through an impressive display of lights, music, and narration within the magnificent temple complex.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Enjoy an energizing breakfast at your hotel before starting your tour of Luxor’s famous West Bank.
Your first visit will be to the Valley of the Kings, one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Egypt and the burial place of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom. Here, you will explore some of the beautifully decorated royal tombs carved deep into the desert mountains.
Next, proceed to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, a magnificent mortuary temple built during the 18th Dynasty for Queen Hatshepsut, one of the most powerful female pharaohs in ancient Egyptian history.
On the way back, you will stop to see the Colossi of Memnon, the two gigantic stone statues that are the only remaining structures of the grand funerary temple of King Amenhotep III.
After completing the tour, you will be transferred to your Nile Cruise ship in Luxor to proceed with the embarkation and check-in formalities.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
An energizing breakfast will be served on board before starting today’s sightseeing.
Your first visit will be to the remarkable Temple of Horus in Edfu, considered the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temple in the Nile Valley. This magnificent temple was built during the Ptolemaic period in the 3rd century BC and dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus. Its impressive pylons, halls, and detailed carvings offer a fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian religious life.
After the visit, you will return to the Nile Cruise ship and continue sailing towards Aswan, while enjoying lunch on board and the beautiful scenery of the Nile along the way.
In the evening, the cruise staff will organize a traditional Galabeya Party, offering a fun opportunity to experience Egyptian culture and entertainment on board.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Enjoy a free morning on board your Nile Cruise, giving you the chance to relax and admire the beautiful views of the Nile River in Aswan, one of the most charming cities in Upper Egypt.
For those who wish to explore further, we can arrange an optional excursion to the magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel, considered one of the greatest achievements of ancient Egyptian architecture. Built by King Ramses II, the two temples were carved directly into the mountainside and remained buried under desert sands for centuries until their rediscovery in the 19th century.
The Great Temple was dedicated to the sun god Ra-Horakhty, while the smaller temple was dedicated to Queen Nefertari, the beloved wife of Ramses II, who was honored alongside the king.
In the evening, you may also attend an optional Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple, one of the most fascinating shows in Egypt. The story of the goddess Isis and the legends of ancient Egypt come alive through an impressive display of lights and narration within the beautiful temple complex.
Afterwards, return to your Nile Cruise ship to enjoy a special dinner on board.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Breakfast will be served on board before starting your tour to explore the highlights of the charming city of Aswan.
Your first visit will be to the impressive Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel constructed during the reign of former President Gamal Abdel Nasser. The dam was built to regulate the flow of the Nile, store water for irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power for the country.
Afterwards, you will take a motorboat ride to Agilkia Island to visit the beautiful Temple of Philae, originally constructed during the 3rd century BC in the Greco-Roman period and dedicated to the goddess Isis, one of the most important deities in ancient Egyptian mythology.
Following this fascinating tour, you will return to your Nile Cruise ship for some time to relax and refresh. Lunch will be served on board.
In the afternoon, enjoy a traditional felucca sailing trip on the Nile, gliding around some of the most picturesque islands of Aswan, including views of the Aga Khan Mausoleum and the Kitchener Island (Botanical Garden).
Later, return to the cruise ship where you will enjoy an evening of entertainment with a Disco and Music Show on board.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
An energizing breakfast will be served on board before starting today’s visit.The Nile Cruise will dock at Kom Ombo, where you will explore the impressive Temple of Kom Ombo, originally built during the Ptolemaic period and later completed during the Roman era. This unique double temple is dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god associated with fertility and the Nile, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder), the falcon-headed god of protection and kingship.
After completing your fascinating visit, you will return to the Nile Cruise ship and continue sailing towards Luxor, while enjoying a delicious lunch on board and admiring the scenic views of the Nile along the way.The afternoon will be free at leisure on board, giving you the opportunity to relax and enjoy the cruise facilities.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Breakfast will be served on board before starting today’s exploration of the East Bank of Luxor, home to some of the most remarkable temples of ancient Egypt.
Your first visit will be to the magnificent Karnak Temples Complex, one of the largest religious complexes ever built. The construction of Karnak spanned more than one thousand years, with many pharaohs contributing to its expansion. Most of the impressive structures visible today date back to the New Kingdom, including the extraordinary Hypostyle Hall, famous for its massive forest of towering columns built during the reign of King Ramses II, one of the greatest builders of ancient Egypt.
Next, continue to the beautiful Luxor Temple, another remarkable monument originally constructed during the 14th century BC. The temple was expanded and enhanced by several rulers, including Amenhotep III, Ramses II, and Queen Hatshepsut, making it a fascinating blend of architectural styles from different periods of ancient Egyptian history.
After completing the tour, you will be transferred back to your Nile Cruise ship to rest and refresh. The remainder of the day will be free at leisure, allowing you to relax on board or enjoy the cruise facilities. In the evening, the cruise staff will present a traditional folkloric show for guests on board.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
After enjoying breakfast on board the Nile Cruise, you will proceed with the disembarkation process. Following check-out, our representative will transfer you by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Luxor for check-in. Upon arrival, you will have some time to rest and refresh after your cruise journey.The remainder of the day will be free at leisure, giving you the opportunity to explore the beautiful city of Luxor at your own pace, stroll along the Nile Corniche, or visit local markets and cafés.
In the evening, you may also choose to attend the optional Sound & Light Show at the Karnak Temples, where the fascinating history of ancient Thebes is brought to life through an impressive combination of lights, music, and narration within the magnificent temple complex.
Overnight: Hotel in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
After an early breakfast at your hotel in Luxor, you will meet your private tour guide and begin your journey by air-conditioned vehicle to explore two of the most fascinating and least-visited temples in Upper Egypt.
Your first stop will be at Abydos, one of the most important religious sites in ancient Egypt and the cult center of Osiris, the god of the afterlife. Here you will visit the magnificent Temple of Seti I, famous for its beautifully preserved reliefs and the remarkable Abydos King List, which contains the cartouches of many Egyptian pharaohs.
After exploring Abydos, you will continue your drive to Dendera to visit the impressive Temple of Hathor, one of the best-preserved temple complexes in Egypt. Dedicated to Hathor, the goddess of love, music, and joy, the temple is renowned for its beautifully decorated ceilings, astronomical carvings, and the famous Dendera Zodiac.
Following this fascinating exploration of ancient Egyptian history and mythology, you will enjoy the drive back to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Luxor.
Overnight: Hotel in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast at your hotel in Luxor, you will proceed with the check-out process. At the scheduled time, our representative will meet you at the hotel and transfer you by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor International Airport to board your domestic flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our local representative, who will assist you with the arrival procedures.
Afterwards, you will be escorted to your private vehicle for a comfortable transfer to your hotel in Cairo. Upon arrival, you will proceed with the check-in formalities and have some time to rest and refresh after your journey.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, you will meet your expert tour guide and depart by private air-conditioned vehicle for a fascinating journey to explore two of the most important archaeological sites of ancient Egypt.
Your first stop will be Saqqara, the vast ancient necropolis of the capital Memphis. Here you will visit the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser, considered the oldest large-scale stone structure in the world, dating back to the 3rd Dynasty (around 2650 BC). Designed by the brilliant architect Imhotep, the pyramid marked a revolutionary step in the development of pyramid construction in ancient Egypt. You will also explore parts of the impressive Saqqara Necropolis, including beautifully decorated tombs of nobles.
Afterwards, continue your journey to Memphis, the first capital of unified Egypt, founded by King Menes around 3100 BC. Although little remains of the ancient city today, the open-air museum features remarkable statues and artifacts, including the colossal statue of Ramses II and the impressive Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis.
After completing this memorable tour through the early history of ancient Egypt, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After enjoying breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, you will meet your expert Egyptologist tour guide and depart by private air-conditioned vehicle to visit the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the legendary Giza Pyramids plateau.
Upon arrival, you will begin your guided tour through one of the largest archaeological museums in the world, designed to display Egypt’s priceless antiquities using the latest museum technologies. Your visit will start at the impressive Grand Hall, where the colossal statue of Ramesses II welcomes visitors.
You will then continue exploring the museum’s main galleries, which showcase thousands of artifacts from different eras of ancient Egyptian history. The highlight of your visit will be the legendary golden treasures of Tutankhamun, including his famous golden funerary mask, jewelry, ceremonial items, and royal artifacts, discovered in his intact tomb in the Valley of the Kings in 1922. These treasures represent one of the most remarkable archaeological discoveries in history.
During your visit, you will also enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the pyramids from the museum’s terraces.
After completing this fascinating exploration of ancient Egypt’s royal treasures, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, you will depart by private air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic drive to Alexandria along the Mediterranean coast.
Your first stop will be the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Alexandria Library), a modern architectural masterpiece inspired by the ancient Library of Alexandria. You will explore the main reading halls, museums, and special exhibitions.
Next, you will visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the famous Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Enjoy the stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and the historic surroundings.
You will then continue to the Roman Theatre, an ancient amphitheater dating back to the Roman period, featuring well-preserved stone seating and a small museum displaying Roman artifacts.
Your next stop will be Pompey’s Pillar, a massive red granite column erected in honor of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, surrounded by the ruins of the ancient city.
The tour may include a lunch break at a local restaurant, offering traditional Egyptian or Mediterranean cuisine, with an optional time to stroll along the Corniche or explore local shops.
After completing the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Alexandria for check-in and overnight stay.
Overnight: Hotel in Alexandria
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast at your hotel in Alexandria, you will meet your private tour guide and depart by air-conditioned vehicle for a full-day excursion to Al-Alamein, a historic site located along the Mediterranean coast.
Upon arrival, you will visit the Al-Alamein War Cemetery and Memorial, which commemorates the soldiers who fought in the World War II North Africa campaign. Explore the beautifully maintained cemetery, monuments, and learn about the significant battles that took place in the area.
Next, you will continue to the Al-Alamein Museum, which houses artifacts, photographs, and military equipment from the Second World War, offering a detailed insight into the history of the region. You may also see displays of tanks, artillery, and other historic military vehicles in the museum’s open-air section.
After completing the historical tour, you will begin your drive to Cairo. Along the way, you may enjoy scenic views of the Mediterranean coast and take brief photo stops if desired.
Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be transferred back to your hotel for check-in or an overnight stay.
Overnight: Hotel in Alexandria
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
On your final day in Cairo, enjoy breakfast at your hotel and take the morning to relax or enjoy the hotel facilities. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or a brief stroll around nearby areas.
At the scheduled time, you will be met by your private driver for a transfer from your hotel to Cairo International Airport. Assistance will be provided with your luggage and check-in procedures to ensure a smooth departure.
Meals: Breakfast
