Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairo
You'll be picked up at Cairo International Airport and taken to your hotel. The rest of the day is open for you to walk around the city on your own. This evening you'll meet the group for a welcome dinner at Naguib Mahfouz restaurant.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome meal at Naguib Mahfouz restaurant)
Optional Activities
- Explore Cairo's grand palaces and mosques
- View the Pyramids of Giza from a distance
Landmarks Pyramids of Giza - Day 2
Giza
Begin at the Egyptian Museum to see the extensive collection of ancient artifacts. From there, head to Giza to see the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx with an Egyptologist guide who explains their construction and historical importance. After lunch at a local restaurant, the afternoon is free for relaxing or further exploration.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Egyptian Museum visit
- Pyramids of Giza guided tour
- Sphinx visit
Landmarks Egyptian Museum Great Pyramids of Giza Great Sphinx of Giza - Day 3
Old Cairo
Following breakfast, you get exclusive access to see the restoration lab at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization before checking out the main collection. Next stop is the Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque. Lunch happens at Zeyara restaurant featuring local dishes. Later in the evening, you'll walk through Khan El Khalili Bazaar where alleys are filled with spices, silver, textiles, and various goods.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Zeyara restaurant with local flavours (beverages not included))
Included Activities
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization - exclusive restoration lab access
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization collection visit
- Citadel visit
- Mohamed Ali Mosque visit
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar visit
Landmarks National Museum of Egyptian Civilization Citadel of Cairo Mohamed Ali Mosque Khan El Khalili Bazaar - Day 4
Cairo to Alexandria
You transfer from Cairo to Alexandria with a stop at Wadi El Natron, a site connected to Coptic history where early Christians took refuge during the 4th century. There you'll see ancient monastic remains and learn about how natron salt lakes played a role in mummification. A packed lunch travels with you during the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch provided for the journey)
Included Activities
- Wadi El Natron stop and visit
Landmarks Wadi El Natron 
- Day 5
Alexandria
After breakfast, visit Kom el Shoqafa, the burial sites of early Christians, and Pompey's Pillar, a 28-meter red granite column. Then check out the Jewellery Museum to see some of Egypt's finest pieces, followed by the famous Alexandria Library. Lunch comes at a local restaurant, and you have the afternoon free.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Catacombs (Kom el Shoqafa) visit
- Pompey's Pillar visit
- Jewellery Museum visit
- Alexandria Library visit
Landmarks Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa Pompey's Pillar Jewellery Museum Bibliotheca Alexandrina - Day 6
Alexandria - Cairo - Luxor
Head to Cairo airport for a late flight heading to Luxor. On the way, you'll stop at the El Alamein War Cemetery to pay your respects at this solemn World War II memorial site. Once you arrive in Luxor, settle into your accommodation and spend the evening relaxing however you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit El Alamein War Cemetery
Landmarks El Alamein War Cemetery - Day 7
Luxor
This day is yours to explore Luxor at your own pace. Wander around the historic city, take your time, and soak in the atmosphere of this ancient place.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 8
Luxor to Cruise - East Bank
You transfer from your Luxor hotel to board the Merit Dahabeya for your Nile cruise. After lunch, head to the East Bank to see Karnak Temple with its massive hypostyle hall, then walk through Luxor Temple with its tall obelisks and statues. Dinner is served on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Merit Dahabeya boarding
- Karnak Temple visit
- Luxor Temple visit
Landmarks Karnak Temple Luxor Temple - Day 9
Cruise - West Bank - Esna
Breakfast happens on board before heading to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. You'll see the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the architectural creation dedicated to Egypt's only female pharaoh. Return to the cruise for lunch while sailing toward Esna. Tea occurs at sunset and dinner while sailing, with an overnight stay beside an island.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Valley of the Kings visit
- Valley of the Queens visit
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (El-Deir El-Bahari) visit
Landmarks Valley of the Kings Valley of the Queens Temple of Queen Hatshepsut - Day 10
Cruise - Edfu
Breakfast is served while crossing Esna Lock, then lunch as you sail to Edfu. Visit Edfu Temple, one of Egypt's best-preserved temples. You'll have tea at sunset while continuing to El Ramadi Island. Dinner comes alongside an exclusive Egyptian Rabab music show.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Edfu Temple visit
- Egyptian Rabab show
Landmarks Edfu Temple - Day 11
Cruise - Aswan
Early morning visit to Gebel El Silsila, a unique temple set within mountains accessible only to Dahabeyas. After breakfast, sail to Kom Ombo and visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two gods. Lunch is served while crossing Shekh Fadl Island, then you can swim in the Nile's cleanest waters at Hor Diab Island. Dinner happens on board while sailing to Aswan.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Gebel El Silsila temple visit
- Temple of Kom Ombo visit
- Swim at Hor Diab Island
Landmarks Gebel El Silsila Temple of Kom Ombo - Day 12
Aswan
Once on board, your first stop is Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. In the afternoon, explore the High Dam, an impressive engineering feat. You'll also have the option to visit a Nubian Village. End the day with dinner on board and an overnight stay in Aswan.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Philae Temple visit
- High Dam visit
Optional Activities
- Nubian Village visit
Landmarks Philae Temple Aswan High Dam - Day 13
Aswan to Abu Simbel to Esna
Start with breakfast on board, then transfer to Aswan airport for your flight to Abu Simbel. You'll have a private tour of Abu Simbel Temple, two rock-cut temples from King Ramses II's time. These temples faced damage from rising water when the High Dam was built but were saved by UNESCO efforts. After touring, return to Aswan and transfer back to the Dahabeya for dinner while sailing to Esna under the stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner while sailing to Esna under the stars)
Included Activities
- Abu Simbel Temple private tour
- Flight to Abu Simbel
Landmarks Abu Simbel Temples - Day 14
Cruise - Luxor
Breakfast happens while crossing Esna Lock. Lunch is served while sailing toward Luxor, where you arrive in the afternoon. There's an option to see the Sound & Light show in the evening. End with dinner and an overnight stay on Luxor's West Bank.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Sound & Light show at Luxor
- Day 15
Cruise - Luxor - Cairo
Have breakfast on board while crossing Esna Lock. Disembark from the Merit Dahabeya and transfer to Luxor airport for your flight to Cairo. When you arrive in Cairo, transfer to your hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cross Esna Lock
- Day 16
Cairo
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Head to the Grand Museum to explore Egypt's rich history and treasures. In the afternoon, walk through Egypt's bazaar and try local delicacies and flavors.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Grand Museum
- Bazaar food tasting experience
Landmarks Grand Museum - Day 17
Cairo
Following breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your onward flight to your next destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast
