Arrival in Cairo

Cairo International Airport Road - Upon arrival in Cairo, guests will be warmly welcomed at Cairo International Airport by a representative from Mody Egypt Tours. They will be transferred to their hotel with assistance for check-in. Following an informative meeting, the remainder of the day is free for leisure activities.

Cairo – Giza Pyramids – Saqqara

Giza - After breakfast, guests will be picked up for an official introduction to Cairo. The day will be steeped in ancient history, beginning at the Giza Plateau with the awe-inspiring sight of the Great Sphinx. Visitors will explore the pyramids of Menkaure, Cheops, and Chefren, dating back to approximately 2580-2560 BC. The next destination is the Saqqara Plateau, another UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring the impressive step pyramid of Djoser, the first successful attempt at a fully functional pyramid.

Alexandria – Amphitheater – Pompey’s Pillar – Qaitbay Citadel

City Centre Alexandria - After breakfast, guests will drive to Alexandria, the capital of Egypt during the Ptolemaic era. The tour begins with a visit to the site of the ancient Bibliotheca Alexandrina, followed by lunch at a quality local restaurant. The next stop is the Roman Amphitheater, featuring 13 rows of white European marble seating and granite columns from Aswan. The city tour continues with a visit to Pompey’s Pillar, a massive Corinthian column built to support a statue of Emperor Diocletian. Before returning to Cairo, the final visit will be to the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortification in the harbor of Pharos Island.

Museum of Egyptian Antiquities – Citadel – Khan el Khalili

The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities - After breakfast, the day begins with a Cairo City Tour, starting at the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, which houses artifacts from tombs, temples, and palaces across Egypt from ancient dynasties. Guests will enjoy a guided tour with ample time to explore independently. After lunch at an authentic restaurant, the tour continues to Islamic Cairo, dominated by the Saladin Citadel, an 800-year-old fortress and residence, where visitors will see the Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque. The day concludes with a shopping opportunity at the famous Khan el Khalili Bazaar, offering a sensory experience with vibrant colors, sounds, the aroma of bakhoor and spices, and Egyptian hospitality.

Transfer to the Nile Cruise & Aswan Tours

Aswan - A licensed tour guide from Mody Egypt Tours will meet and assist guests at the Aswan railway station or hotel, transferring them by A/C van to their 5-star Nile Cruise for check-in before lunch. After lunch on board, the tour begins with a visit to the High Dam, completed in 1960 to protect Egypt from flooding and generate electricity. The tour proceeds to the Graeco-Roman Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, accessed by a small motorboat. Guests will return to the cruise for dinner, a folkloric show, and an overnight stay.

Abu Simbel Temple & Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple

Abu Simbel - At approximately 4:30 am, guests will be picked up for a trip to Abu Simbel (in a small group). Arrival is around 8 am to visit the remarkable rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel, uniquely designed for King Ramses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Guests will return to the cruise by noon for lunch and sail towards Kom Ombo city. Upon arrival, they will visit the dual temple of Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Afterward, guests will return to the cruise for dinner and continue sailing to Edfu for an overnight stay.

Edfu Temple & Arrive Luxor (visit Luxor Temple)

Edfu - Following breakfast, guests will enjoy a horse carriage ride with their tour guide to visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, considered the most complete and best-preserved of all Egyptian temples. After returning to the cruise, guests can relax on deck, taking in the unique landscape and beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. They will cross the Esna Lock and have lunch on board, followed by afternoon tea on the sundeck. Late in the afternoon, upon docking, guests will be transferred to enjoy Luxor Temple on the East Bank of Luxor, showcasing ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features. Dinner on board will include a belly dancing show, with an overnight stay in Luxor. Note: If arrival at Luxor dock is by 3:00 or 3:30 pm, there is an opportunity to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples.

Balloon Ride, Luxor Tour & Departure Transfer

HODHOD SOLIMAN HOT Air Balloon Rides Luxor Egypt - Around 5:00 am, guests will be picked up for an incredible 30 to 45-minute hot air balloon flight over the west bank of Luxor, offering an aerial view of the country’s landscape and famous landmarks. Guests will enjoy the sunrise illuminating the sky of the open-air museum city (Luxor) over the great temples and mountains below.

Valley of the Kings - After breakfast, guests will embark on an unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs from the New Kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains to hide their treasures and protect their mummies. The tour continues to the Mortuary Temple of the famous Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, where guests can discover her beautiful temple and intriguing story with her nephew. The West Bank tour concludes with a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. Lunch at a local restaurant is optional. Guests will return to the East Bank to see the largest temple ever, Karnak Temple, built over 2000 years and covering an area of about 63 acres. Guests can take memorable photos among its huge pillars and obelisks. Finally, guests will be transferred to Luxor Airport to fly to Cairo and stay overnight in a Cairo hotel.

Final Departure

Cairo - After an early breakfast, guests will be transferred to Cairo International Airport around 5:30 am for their flight back home.

• door to door transfers from and to Cairo international airport
• Meet and Assist upon arrival & Departure
• Overnight Sleeping train From cairo to aswan
• 3 nights on 5 stars cruise board with all meals included
• Guided tours to the great pyramids, Valley of the Kings, and Abu Simbel
• Trip to Alexandria
• Hot air balloon ride in Luxor
• 4 nights at 3 stars hotel in Cairo with breakfast, upgrade available
• Flight tickets from Luxor to Cairo
• Expert Egyptology tour guide
• All entrance fees for sites mentioned in itinerary
• Taxes and service charges
• horse and carriage ride
• Lunch and Dinner
• cabin with all facilities

• tipping
• Entrance fees

Embark on an Egyptian adventure… Begin your journey as an explorer with Mody Egypt Tours, an independent travel agency dedicated to providing unique and enriching experiences in Egypt. This Upper and Lower Egypt Tour invites you to delve into Ancient Egypt, offering a choice between relaxation or active exploration in Luxor and Aswan. The adventure starts in the vibrant city of Cairo, where you can visit some of the Ancient World’s Wonders, then continues to Alexandria with its Roman heritage, and finally leads to the serene life along the majestic Nile, featuring stops at incredible temples, including Abu Simbel.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.