Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairo Arrival
You'll arrive at Cairo airport where your representative meets you. From there, it's a short transfer by air-conditioned van to your hotel. After checking in, you have the rest of the day to settle in and get oriented before your overnight stay.
- Day 2
Cairo Sightseeing
After breakfast, head out to see the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. If you're interested, there's an optional camel ride available. Lunch is on your own at a restaurant near the pyramids area. Later in the afternoon, you'll check out the Egyptian Museum to see King Tutankhamun's collection and other treasures, then wander through Khan El-Khalili bazaar before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Pyramids of Giza
- Visit Great Sphinx
- Visit Egyptian Museum
- Visit Khan El-Khalili bazaar
Optional Activities
- Camel ride for 20 minutes
Landmarks/POIs Pyramids of Giza Great Sphinx Egyptian Museum Khan El-Khalili - Day 3
Cairo to Luxor Cruise
You'll transfer to Cairo airport for a domestic flight to Luxor. Once there, board your luxury cruise ship in time for lunch at 1pm. In the afternoon, see Karnak Temple and the Temple of Luxor on the East Bank. Return to the ship for afternoon tea at 5:30pm, followed by a belly dance show at 7:30pm and dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Karnak Temple
- Visit Temple of Luxor
- Belly dance show
Landmarks/POIs Karnak Temple Temple of Luxor - Day 4
Luxor West Bank & Esna Cruise
Start early with breakfast before departing at 7am for Luxor's West Bank. You'll explore the Valley of the Kings with its colorful royal tombs, then travel to the cliff-cut Temple of Hatshepsut. The ship sets sail at 11am toward Esna. During the rest of the day, you'll have lunch, afternoon tea, a welcome cocktail party, dinner, and dancing into the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Valley of the Kings
- Visit Temple of Hatshepsut
- Welcome cocktail party
- Disco
Optional Activities
- Hot Air Balloon ride
- Admission to some tombs in Valley of the Kings (extra charge)
Landmarks/POIs Valley of the Kings Temple of Hatshepsut - Day 5
Edfu & Kom Ombo Cruise
Sleep in a bit this morning and have breakfast anytime before 10am while the ship continues sailing to Edfu. At noon, disembark to explore the massive Temple of Edfu, which honors the falcon-headed god Horus. A late lunch comes at 2:30pm as you continue the leisurely cruise to Kom Ombo. Afternoon tea is at 5pm, dinner at 8pm, and the evening includes a galabeya party where you'll wear traditional Egyptian gowns.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Temple of Edfu
- Galabeya party
Landmarks/POIs Temple of Edfu Kom Ombo - Day 6
Kom Ombo & Aswan
You'll get a 6am wake-up call followed by breakfast, then join a 7am tour of Kom Ombo temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Back on the ship by 8am, you'll head toward Aswan. After an early lunch, disembark at 1:30pm to see the High Dam, granite quarries with the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Philae on an island. Afternoon tea is at 5pm, dinner at 7:30pm, and there's a Nubian folklore show to round out the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tour of Kom Ombo temple
- Visit High Dam
- Visit granite quarries
- Visit Unfinished Obelisk
- Visit Temple of Philae
- Nubian folklore show
Landmarks/POIs Kom Ombo Temple Aswan High Dam Unfinished Obelisk Temple of Philae - Day 7
Aswan to Cairo
A 7am wake-up call means breakfast before disembarking at 8am. You'll transfer to Aswan airport for your flight back to Cairo. The rest of the day is yours to do as you like, whether that's exploring the city or relaxing at your hotel. There's an optional day trip available to Abu Simbel, the rock-cut temples built by Ramses II about 185 miles south, which includes domestic flights, private transfers, and a personal guide. You'll stay overnight in Cairo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Day trip to Abu Simbel temples - includes domestic flight, air-conditioned private transfers, and personal guide
Landmarks/POIs Abu Simbel temples - Day 8
Free Day in Cairo
You have a completely free day in Cairo. Relax at your hotel if you prefer, or explore the city at your own pace. An optional day tour to Alexandria is available if you're interested in seeing something different.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Day tour to Alexandria
- Day 9
Cairo Departure
After breakfast, you'll check out and transfer to Cairo airport for your flight home. The tour can potentially be extended to include visits to Petra in Jordan, Morocco, or Dubai if you want to continue your travels.
- Meals
- Breakfast
