Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairo
You'll arrive at Cairo Airport where someone meets you and takes you to your hotel. Get settled in, and as evening comes on, you can take in the city views from your room or the hotel grounds.
- Start point
- Cairo, Egypt (Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will greet you, assist with formalities, and transfer you to your hotel. Relax for the evening and savor Cairo’s night views. )
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Toilp Garden Hotel or similar)
- Day 2
Cairo
Head out to Giza Plateau to see the three main pyramids (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure) along with the Great Sphinx. After that, visit the Solar Boat Museum to check out an ancient vessel that was buried for thousands of years. Then make your way to the Egyptian Museum where you'll see King Tutankhamun's collection and other artifacts from different eras.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Toilp Garden Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Giza Plateau with Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure
- View the Great Sphinx
- Visit Solar Boat Museum
- Explore Egyptian Museum and King Tutankhamun's treasures
Landmarks/POIs Giza Plateau Pyramid of Khufu Pyramid of Khafre Pyramid of Menkaure Great Sphinx Solar Boat Museum Egyptian Museum 
- Day 3
Cairo to Luxor
You'll fly to Luxor in the morning. The first stop is Karnak Temple Complex, which has massive columns, sacred lakes, and statues dating back over 2,000 years. Later, walk through Luxor Temple, which gets lit up nicely at night. This temple was once connected to Karnak by a long avenue lined with sphinx statues.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Fayan 2 or Amwaj Nile Cruise or similar)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor
- Visit Karnak Temple Complex
- Explore Luxor Temple
Landmarks/POIs Karnak Temple Complex Luxor Temple - Day 4
Luxor (West Bank)
Cross the Nile to the West Bank and explore the Valley of the Kings, where you'll see royal tombs including those of Tutankhamun and Ramses the Great. From there, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and see the Colossi of Memnon standing in the desert. Late afternoon you'll board your cruise ship and sail toward Edfu, with dinner served onboard.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner aboard cruise vessel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Fayan 2 or Amwaj Nile Cruise or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Valley of the Kings
- Explore Temple of Hatshepsut
- View Colossi of Memnon
- Dinner aboard Nile cruise vessel
Landmarks/POIs Valley of the Kings Tomb of Tutankhamun Temple of Hatshepsut Colossi of Memnon 
- Day 5
Edfu to Kom Ombo
The ship brings you to Edfu, where the Temple of Horus sits in great condition with its falcon-headed god statues still visible. You'll continue sailing to Kom Ombo to see its unusual double temple dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder. Spend the evening on deck as you sail further down the Nile.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Fayan 2 or Amwaj Nile Cruise or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Temple of Horus in Edfu
- Explore Kom Ombo double temple
Landmarks/POIs Temple of Horus Kom Ombo Temple 
- Day 6
Aswan
You wake up docked in Aswan. Start with Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, which sits on Agilkia Island and requires a short boat ride. Next, tour the Aswan High Dam to see modern engineering at work. Before returning to your ship for the evening, you'll see the Unfinished Obelisk still sitting in its original quarry.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Fayan 2 or Amwaj Nile Cruise or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Philae Temple on Agilkia Island
- Explore Aswan High Dam
- View Unfinished Obelisk
Landmarks/POIs Philae Temple Aswan High Dam Unfinished Obelisk 
- Day 7
Aswan to Cairo
You have options today. Take an early flight to Abu Simbel to see those massive temples, or spend time in a Nubian village to experience local culture and traditions. In the afternoon, transfer to Aswan International Airport for your evening flight back to Cairo.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Toilp Garden Hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight from Aswan to Cairo
Optional Activities
- Abu Simbel Excursion - early morning flight to Abu Simbel Temples carved by Ramses II with colossal statues and richly decorated interiors
- Nubian Village Visit - immerse in Nubian culture with colorful houses, traditional crafts, tea with local families, and learn about Nubian music, food, and traditions
Landmarks/POIs Abu Simbel Temples - Day 8
Depart Cairo
After breakfast at your hotel, a private car takes you to Cairo International Airport for your departure. You'll head home with memories of ancient temples, the Nile, and Egypt's historical sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast
