OVERVIEW
Explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the ancient sites of Sakkara and Memphis. After a city tour of Cairo's Egyptian Museum and Khan Khalili market, you'll fly to Luxor to visit Luxor and Karnak temples. Continue to the West Bank to see the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple. Board a Dahabiya cruise in Esna, sailing to El Kab, Edfu, Wadi el Shat, and Gebel el Silsila. Explore Kom Ombo, Daraw, and Koubania before disembarking in Aswan. Visit the High Dam and Philae Temple, then enjoy a Felucca boat ride.
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Day 01 : Arrival Cairo
Meet at Cairo airport upon arrival by our representative who will assist you through airport customs & formalities.
Transfer to hotel Check in and overnight.
Day 02 : Day tour Pyramids & Sphinx Memphis and Sakkara
Breakfast in Hotel.
Then start the tour by visit the Incredible Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza Plateau. It’s estimated the largest - Khufu (Cheops) was constructed from no less than 2.5 million quarried limestone blocks, weighing around 6 million tonnes. No mean feats, when you consider the pyramids were built without the use of modern equipment. Visit papyrus institute, free time for shopping, of this tour is the collection of treasures from the tomb of Tut-Ankh-Amon.
Visit Sakkara & Memphis :
Sakkara is truly an open-air museum, one that has all of ancient Egyptian history on display. Kings and noblemen from the very first two dynasties (c.3040–2686 BC) were buried here, and this is also the location of the Step Pyramid of Djoser (c.2686–2667 BC).
Transfer to hotel and overnight
Day 03 : Day tour Old Egyptian Museum and Khan Khalili
Breakfast at the hotel
Pick up to Visit the Egyptian Museum, the largest repository of Egyptian antiquities in the world. Tour the galleries of the Old and New Kingdoms, the Ptolemaic era and the Greek/Roman periods.
Pick up to visit St George Church, it dates back to the 7th or 8th century, St. George church is the only round shape church in Egypt unlike other churches in Egypt as it was built on top the foundations of a Roman round tower.
Visit Khan Khalili market...
Return to your hotel for overnight.
Day 04 : Cairo – Luxor – Visit Luxor temple and Karnak temple
Breakfast and check out
Transfer to Cairo airport
Fly to Luxor
Arrival Luxor and pick-up to visit Luxor temple Luxor temple is dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship; it may have been where many of the pharaohs of Egypt were crowned in reality or conceptually (as in the case of Alexander the Great, who claimed he was crowned at Luxor but may never have traveled south of Memphis, near modern Cairo).
Visit Karnak temple :
Karnak Temple was the most important temple in Thebes (modern Luxor), in Upper Egypt. This was where the cult of the great god Amun of Thebes was conducted. As such, it was extremely wealthy and its priesthood held great political power.
Transfer to your hotel
Check in and overnight
Day 05 : Visit West Bank Valley of the Kings and Hatchepsut temple
Breakfast and check out
Pick up to visit Valley of the Kings The site for this royal burial ground was selected carefully. Its location on specifically the west side of the Nile is significant as well. Because the sun god set (died) in the western horizon in order to be reborn, rejuvenated, in the eastern horizon, the west thus came to have funerary associations. Ancient Egyptian cemeteries were generally situated on the west bank of the Nile for this reason.
Visit The celebrated temple of Hatshepsut (c.1473–1458 BC), the queen who became Pharaoh, is located here, in Deir al-Bahari, on the west bank of Luxor. Made up of three man-made terraces that gradually rise up toward the sheer cliff face, this structure is truly a sight to behold.
The site of Deir al-Bahari was sacred to Hathor, the goddess who nursed and reared every king, including their mythological ancestor, the god Horus, in Egypt’s primordial past.
Transfer to hotel and overnight
Day 06 : Boarding in Esna – El Kab – Quessia
Breakfast and check out
At 9 am, you’ll be met by our representative. Private transfer from any address in Luxor to Esna (50 km south of Luxor) where the crew of the Dahabiya will take you to board the boat. A visit to the Esna temple and a short walk through the local markets.
Your Nile adventure starts by sailing towards El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb, where you can see the remains of the temples and the tombs. The sailors sets sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night.
Enjoy your dinner on the sundeck or the banks of the river Nile.
First night on board.
Day 07 : Edfu – Wadi el Shat
Sail to Edfu, the scenery is stunning changing from golden sand of the desert to lush and green forests of date palms – scenes unchanged in centuries. Visit the beautifully preserved temple of Horus, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, which is in a state of excellent preservation and once huge ceremonies were held here with live falcons in honour of Horus.
Continue sailing to Wadi el Shat for a walk through small villages and the desert. Set sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night. Dinner will be served on board the Dahabiya or on the tranquil banks of the Nile.
Second night on board.
Day 08 : Gebel el Silsila – Kom Ombo – Maniha
Relax in a deck chair and watch the riverside pass by while the crew sails to Gebel El Silsila. You can explore the rock-cut chapels of Seti I, Ramesses II, Merenptah and Horemheb and also remnants of the monuments in the old sandstone quarries.
During lunch on the sun deck the Dahabiya sails towards Kom Ombo, where you go ashore to see the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Dinner will be served around a campfire along the Nile.
Third night on board.
Day 09 : Daraw – El Koubania, Aswan
The captain sets sail for the village of Daraw, once the last stop for camel traders from Sudan after a forty days long journey through the Libyan desert.
After a walk through the village and camel market the boat sails further towards Koubania; a Nubian village near Aswan, with lovely gardens filled with citrus and mango trees. Fourth and last night on board.
Day 10 : Aswan
Breakfast and disembarkation.
Pick-up to Visit High Dam, visit Philae temple The temple of Isis was one of the last ancient Egyptian temples to remain active, as it continued to function until the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527–565 AD), who ordered the foreclosure of all pagan temples. It is here that a priest of Isis named Esmet-Akhom carved the very last dated hieroglyphic inscription, which dates to the late 4th century AD (394 AD). The temple was converted into a Christian church and many inscriptions were deliberately destroyed.
Transfer to hotel and check-in Refreshment.
Pick-up for Felucca trip with wonder overlooking Aswan and see the sunset.
Back to hotel and overnight.
Day 11 : Departure
Check out and transfer to Aswan international Airport for final departure with sweet memories.
End of our services.
Our services include :
Accommodation :
- 03 night at Hilton Golf or similar in standard room on Bed & Breakfast
- 01 night at Movenpick Aswan in classic room on bed and breakfast
- 04 nights on board Dahabiya on full board basis
- 02 nights at Steigenberger Achti Luxor or similar in standard room on bed and breakfast
Transfers :
- Transfer from Cairo international airport to the hotel
- Transfer from the hotel to Cairo international Airport to travel to Aswan
- Transfer from Aswan airport to hotel
- Transfer from hotel to Luxor airport
Tours :
- Day tour to visit Pyramids & Sphinx & Memphis and Sakkara
- Day tour to visit Old Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo and Khan Khalili
- Nile cruise sightseeing with English speaking guide
Domestic flights :
- Flight tickets Cairo – Luxor & Aswan – Cairo
Our services do not include :
- International flight tickets
- Egypt entry visa
- Any beverages onboard the cruise
- All tipping for guide, drivers, representatives, restaurants, cruise …etc.
- Any personal items like laundry, phone calls, drinks like water, juice, soft, hard drinks …. etc
- Any other item not mentioned above
Accommodation Plan 5* :
- Cairo : 03 night at Hilton Golf or similar in standard room on Bed & Breakfast
- Aswan : 01 night at Movenpick Aswan in classic room on bed and breakfast
- Nile Cruise : 04 nights on board Dahabiya on full board basis
- Luxor : 02 nights at Steigenberger Achti Luxor or similar in standard room on bed and breakfast
Egypt, a country rich in history and culture, is a land of ancient wonders, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities. Here's a comprehensive travel guide to help you explore this fascinating destination :
Cairo :
Start your journey in Cairo, the bustling capital city, where you can explore iconic landmarks such as the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, home to an extensive collection of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun.
Wander through the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest markets in the world, where you can shop for traditional handicrafts, spices, and souvenirs.
Luxor :
Visit Luxor, often referred to as the "world's greatest open-air museum," where you can explore the magnificent temples of Karnak and Luxor on the East Bank of the Nile.
Cross the Nile to the West Bank to discover the Valley of the Kings, where ancient pharaohs were laid to rest in elaborate tombs, including the tomb of Tutankhamun.
Aswan :
Explore Aswan, a picturesque city located along the banks of the Nile River. Visit the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and take a traditional felucca boat ride to the serene Elephantine Island.
Discover the High Dam, an engineering marvel that controls the flow of the Nile and created Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world.
Abu Simbel :
Journey to Abu Simbel, home to the awe-inspiring temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, which were relocated to higher ground to prevent them from being submerged by the waters of Lake Nasser.
Alexandria :
Explore Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city, known for its rich history and Mediterranean charm. Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library and cultural center built to commemorate the ancient Library of Alexandria.
Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman Amphitheatre, and the majestic Citadel of Qaitbay, which offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh :
Relax and unwind on the beautiful beaches of Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh, located along the Red Sea coast. Enjoy snorkeling, diving, and water sports in the crystal-clear waters, or simply soak up the sun on the pristine sands.
Practical Tips :
Weather : Egypt has a desert climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The best time to visit is during the cooler months from October to April.
Currency : Egyptian Pound (EGP).
Language : Arabic is the official language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
From the ancient wonders of Cairo to the serene beauty of the Nile River, Egypt offers a wealth of experiences for travelers seeking history, culture, and adventure.
Whether exploring archaeological sites, cruising along the Nile, or relaxing on the Red Sea coast, Egypt promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of ancient civilization.
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Explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the ancient sites of Sakkara and Memphis. After a city tour of Cairo's Egyptian Museum and Khan Khalili market, you'll fly to Luxor to visit Luxor and Karnak temples. Continue to the West Bank to see the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple. Board a Dahabiya cruise in Esna, sailing to El Kab, Edfu, Wadi el Shat, and Gebel el Silsila. Explore Kom Ombo, Daraw, and Koubania before disembarking in Aswan. Visit the High Dam and Philae Temple, then enjoy a Felucca boat ride.