Arrival at Cairo Airport

Cairo International Airport - Welcome to Cairo! Your adventure begins as our representative warmly greets you. Once you’ve retrieved your luggage, you’ll be escorted in a luxurious private vehicle to your hotel in Cairo.

Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum

Pyramids of Giza - Start your morning with breakfast, then join your private, expert Egyptologist tour guide to explore the Three Pyramids of Giza, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

Great Sphinx - Visit the iconic monuments of ancient Egypt, renowned throughout the ancient world!

Egyptian Museum - In the afternoon, you’ll visit the Egyptian Museum, showcasing a rare collection of 5,000 years of art. Over 250,000 genuine ancient Egyptian artifacts are on display.

Drive to Alexandria, visit the Catacombs, Roman Amphitheatre, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel, back to Cairo

Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa - Begin your day with breakfast at your hotel, followed by a drive in your private air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria, “The Pearl of the Mediterranean Sea” (approximately a 3-hour drive).

Your exploration of this beautiful city, originally founded by Alexander the Great, includes a visit to The Catacombs (Kom el Shoqafa), where early Christians were interred.

Ancient Roman Amphitheater - Explore the Roman Amphitheatre, a staple of every town in the ancient Roman Empire.

Pompey’s Pillar - Visit Pompey’s Pillar, the largest memorial column in Egypt, crafted from red granite and standing about 28 meters tall, with a base diameter of 2.7 meters.

Fort Qaitbey - Explore the Citadel of Qaitbay, fortified by the Mameluke Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay around 1480 AD. It stands prominently on the Mediterranean coastline, built on the site of the Alexandria Lighthouse ruins.

At the end of the day, you’ll return to Cairo.

Flight to Aswan, Visit Aswan Sightseeing (High Dam, Philae Temple), Check in at (5 star) Standard Nile Cruise

Aswan High Dam - After breakfast, check out of the hotel and our representative will accompany you to the airport for your flight to Aswan (1 hour).

Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and assisted by our representative, who will transfer you to your cruise boat, your floating hotel for the next three nights.

You’ll be driven to see The High Dam, the world’s largest rock-filled dam.

Philae Temple - Take a motorboat to visit the Temple of Philae, relocated to the new island of Agilika after Lake Nasser’s waters flooded its original site on Philae.

Nile Cruise: Kom Ombo Temple

Temple of Kom Ombo - After enjoying lunch on board, sail from Aswan to Kom Ombo City.

Visit the unique twin Temple dedicated to Sobek, the Crocodile God, and Horus the Elder. The site features fascinating medical reliefs and a small museum with mummified crocodiles.

Nile Cruise: Edfu Temples, Luxor Temple

Temple of Horus - Travel by horse carriage to the Temple of Horus, the best-preserved temple in Egypt.

Its origins likely date back to the Second Intermediate Period, but the actual temple dates to Ptolemaic times. Construction began during the reign of Ptolemy III (around 237 BC) and was completed during the reign of Ptolemy IV. Additional contributions were made by other Ptolemaic Kings and the Roman Emperor Augustus. The temple’s construction, along with its additions, inscriptions, and reliefs, took about 180 years.

Luxor Temple - Visit Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the city. It was not built in worship of a god or pharaohs, but dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. Stroll among giant statues, obelisks, and the beautifully illuminated courtyard as evening descends.

Check out from Nile Cruise: Visit Karnak Temple, Kings Valley, Hatshepsut Temple - Flight to Cairo

Temple of Karnak - Enjoy your final breakfast on the boat before checking out, then travel with your Egyptologist tour guide to visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, once the largest and most significant religious complex in ancient Egypt.

The most notable structure, and the largest religious building ever constructed, is the Temple of Amun-Ra, believed to be where the god resided on earth with his wife, Mut, and son, Khonsu, who also have temples at the site.

Valley of the Kings - The tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs are located in The Valley of the Kings, an extraordinary site where 62 Pharaohs are interred. This was a secretive location, guarded by sentries at the entrance and atop the hills to deter tomb robbers.

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - Visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahri, one of the most distinctive temples in Egypt. It was constructed from limestone, unlike most other funerary temples of the New Kingdom period, which were made of sandstone.

After visiting the Theban “City of the Dead,” you’ll be driven to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo (1 hour).

Departure

Cairo International Airport - After checking out of your room, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your final departure.

• Shared Guide and Transportation on Nile Cruise Sightseeings
• Expert Egyptologist tour guide speaking your Language
• 3 nights’ Accommodation on Deluxe Nile Cruise on Full Board Basis (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
• Lunch
• Dinner
• 4 nights’ Accommodation at Cairo Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis
• Breakfast
• Meet and assist in all destinations
• Entrance fees to all sightseeing
• Transportation in Modern A/C private vehicles
• All Airport Pick-Ups and Drop-Offs
• All service charges and taxes

• International flight tickets & airfare
• Egypt Entry Visa
• Personal expenses such as telephone call, laundry, drinks, mini bar, etc…
• Tipping to your Guide, Driver
• Christmas or New Year Gala Dinner
• Any Optional tours may require

Explore Egypt’s most renowned sightseeing destinations while enjoying luxurious accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile Cruise.

This journey includes visits to Cairo & Giza’s iconic landmarks such as The Three Pyramids, The Great Sphinx, and The Egyptian Museum.

In Alexandria, discover attractions like The Catacombs, Roman Amphitheater, Pompey’s Pillar, and Qaitbay Citadel.

In Aswan, explore the Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, The High Dam, and the Temple of Philae.

In Luxor, visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.