Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Cairo
Your private chauffeur will be waiting when you arrive to take you to the Mena House Hotel in Cairo. It's a five-star property, and you'll have time to settle in and freshen up. This evening, raise a glass to kick off your Egypt luxury tour.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mena House Hotel, Giza.)
- Day 2
Saqqara and Memphis
An Egyptologist joins you to explore Saqqara's ancient monuments. You'll see the Pyramid of King Zoser up close, stand in front of the colossal statue of Ramses II, and check out the great Alabaster Sphinx. The scale of these structures really hits different when you're standing right there.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mena House Hotel, Giza.)
Included Activities
- Guided tour with Egyptologist to the Step Pyramid of King Zoser at Saqqara
- Visit to the colossal statue of Ramses II
- Visit to the Alabaster Sphinx
Landmarks Step Pyramid of King Zoser Alabaster Sphinx 
- Day 3
Karnak to Luxor
Head to Karnak and walk through the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes with your guide, who'll explain the history as you go. The Hypostyle Hall's towering columns are something else. Later, you'll board the River Tosca to begin your Nile cruise, heading south toward Luxor.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (River Tosca.)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Karnak Temple complex
- Stroll the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes
- Explore the Hypostyle Hall
Landmarks Karnak Temple 
- Day 4
Dendera and Luxor Temple
In the morning, visit the Temple of Hathor in Dendera. You can join a yoga class on the ship if you want to start the day that way, or meet the River Tosca's Captain. This afternoon, head to the Temple of Luxor for an exclusive after-hours VIP tour when most visitors have left.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (River Tosca.)
Included Activities
- Visit to Temple of Hathor at Dendera
- After-hours VIP tour of Temple of Luxor
Optional Activities
- Yoga class on the River Tosca sundeck
- Meet the River Tosca's Captain in the engine cabin
Landmarks Temple of Hathor Temple of Luxor - Day 5
Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut
Travel to the Valley of the Kings to see the Colossi of Memnon and the Temple of Hatshepsut. In the afternoon, a local family will show you how they bake traditional sun bread, and you'll enjoy it with Egyptian tea. Later, join a galabeya party on the river and mix with other travelers dressed in traditional clothing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Egyptian sun bread and Egyptian tea with local family), Dinner (Relaxed Egyptian dinner during galabeya party)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (River Tosca.)
Included Activities
- Visit to the Colossi of Memnon
- Visit to Temple of Hatshepsut
- Guided tour of Valley of the Kings
- Experience watching local family bake traditional Egyptian sun bread
- Galabeya party with traditional Nile Valley clothing, dancing and games
Landmarks Colossi of Memnon Temple of Hatshepsut Valley of the Kings - Day 6
Kom Ombo and Aswan
Tour the double-temple of Kom Ombo. You can either take a private sail around Kitchener's Island or spend time at Aswan Market shopping for souvenirs. Meet women from the local co-op, then head to the famous Old Cataract Hotel for afternoon tea. Tonight, there's a Nubian performance on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (River Tosca.)
Included Activities
- Visit to the double-temple of Kom Ombo
- Afternoon tea at the Old Cataract Hotel
- Meet the women of local women-owned cooperative (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
- Nubian performance
Optional Activities
- Private sail around Kitchener's Island in traditional wooden felucca
- Shop at Aswan Market
- Learn about powerful women in Egypt's history from an Egyptologist
- Cocktail demonstration with local herbs and ingredients
Landmarks Kom Ombo Temple Kitchener's Island Aswan Market Old Cataract Hotel 
- Day 7
Aswan High Dam and Philae
See the Aswan High Dam, then walk through the ancient Granite Quarries to understand how Egyptians cut and moved massive stones. After that, you'll tour the Philae temple complex on an island in the Nile. Dinner features Egyptian classics, followed by a sound and light show right at the temple.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Egyptian classics)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (River Tosca.)
Included Activities
- Visit to Aswan High Dam
- Visit to ancient Granite Quarries
- Visit to Philae temple complex
- Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple
Landmarks Aswan High Dam Philae Temple - Day 8
Relaxed Start in Aswan
This is a more relaxed day on the River Tosca. If you're interested, there's an optional trip to Abu Simbel to see those enormous temples. Otherwise, you can attend talks about powerful women in Egyptian history or learn how to mix a proper Egyptian cocktail. It's your call how to spend the time.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in bed available), Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (River Tosca.)
Optional Activities
- Visit Abu Simbel temples
- Learn about powerful women in Egypt's history from an Egyptologist
- Cocktail demonstration on how to make perfect Egyptian cocktails
Landmarks Abu Simbel Temples 
- Day 9
Esna to Luxor
A local historian will take you through Esna Temple and explain what you're looking at. From there, you'll set sail for Luxor as the cruise wraps up. Your last evening aboard the River Tosca gives you time to reflect on the journey and connect with fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (River Tosca.)
Included Activities
- Visit to Esna Temple with local historian
Landmarks Esna Temple - Day 10
Cairo
Back in Cairo, visit the Alabaster Mosque and the Citadel of Salah El-Din. Both are impressive from a historical and architectural standpoint. Then go to the Grand Egyptian Museum to see Tutankhamun's treasures. The tour ends with celebratory drinks to mark the end of your time in Egypt.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Egyptian classics)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence.)
Included Activities
- Visit to Alabaster Mosque
- Visit to Citadel of Salah El-Din
- Visit to Grand Egyptian Museum to view treasures of Tutankhamun
- Farewell drinks and celebration
Landmarks Alabaster Mosque Citadel of Salah El-Din Grand Egyptian Museum - Day 11
Departure from Cairo
A private transfer takes you from your hotel to Cairo Airport. The tour concludes as you head home, giving you time to reflect on the temples, the Nile, and all you've learned about Egypt's history.
