Meals

Meals as indicated in the itinerary

Others

Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 13

Accommodation

7 nights 4-5 star hotels 4 nights on board 5-star Nile Cruiser 1 overnight train from Cairo to Luxor

Guide

Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology Note: English-speaking guide included. Additional languages available for an extra charge

Not included:

Others

Visa fees Entrance fees to all sites on the itinerary. Meals not indicated in the itinerary Any Optional tours Tipping

Insurance

Travel insurance (available on request)

Flights

International flights (available on request)

Optional

Any optional tours

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Day 1 Arrival Cairo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival Cairo

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival in Cairo you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest

of the day is free to relax or those arriving early can opt to join our optional Backstreets

of Cairo tour which departs the hotel at 10am. If you’d like to extend your stay in Egypt

we also offer an optional tour Day Trip to Alexandria.

Overnight - Cairo
Day 2 Pyramids Of Giza & Saqqara
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Pyramids Of Giza & Saqqara

Bright and early this morning set off on a guided tour to see Ancient Egypt’s most

famous site: the iconic Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx. Sole survivors from the ancient

Greek-listed Seven Wonders of the World, the pyramids are the planet’s oldest tourist

attraction! Known as Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus, the pyramids were already

more than 2,000 years old. Next we explore the sand-strewn tombs and temples of the

ancient necropolis of Saqqara, home to the Zhoser’s step pyramid. A visit to a

government supervised Papyrus Museum will also be made at some point during

today.

Overnight - Cairo

Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Grand Egyptian Museum & National Museum Of Egyptian Civilization
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Grand Egyptian Museum & National Museum Of Egyptian Civilization

Cairo - Luxor. We take a guided tour of the vast new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza

this morning. In this incredible 490,000 sq.m complex we’ll discover a mind-boggling

array of relics and antiquities from almost every period of ancient Egyptian history.

Arguably the most famous exhibit is the spectacular funerary mask of King

Tutankhamun. Made of solid gold and weighing 11kg, the mask was found covering

the head of mummy, where it lay inside a series of 3 sarcophagi. Continuing our tour,

we travel on to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization where the mummies of

ancient Egyptian pharaohs are now on display in the Royal Mummies’ Hall. Some of the

mummies you will see are so well preserved, they still have thick locks of hair, visible

finger nails! Then there’s time to relax back at the hotel before we board the night train

to Aswan this evening. Please Note: the Grand Egyptian Museum is scheduled to open

in late 2023, though an official opening date has yet to be released. If travelling prior to

the opening of the new facility we’ll visit the Egyptian Museum instead.

Overnight - Sleeper Train

Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Nile Cruise & Luxor East Bank
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Nile Cruise & Luxor East Bank

After Arrival at Luxor and proceed to check-in on your Nile Cruise. Your knowledgeable guide will accompany you to Luxor’s East Bank, where you will witness the awe-inspiring Temple of Karnak. This remarkable temple complex stands as a testament to over 2000 years of history. Later, you will embark on an excursion to Luxor Temple, where you can admire its magnificent courtyard and the impressive granite statues of Ramses the Great. Conclude the day with a delicious dinner onboard the cruise and enjoy an overnight stay in Luxor.

Overnight - On board 5-star Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Hot Air Balloon (Optional Excursion) & Luxor West Bank
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hot Air Balloon (Optional Excursion) & Luxor West Bank

Indulge in an extraordinary hot air balloon ride over Luxor’s West Bank at 4:30 AM, witnessing breathtaking views of iconic landmarks and the city’s picturesque landscape as the sunrise casts its golden glow. Afterward capture memorable photos by the majestic Colossi of Memnon, guarding the entrance to Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple. Explore the captivating Hatshepsut Temple and venture into the mystical Valley of the Kings, the eternal resting site of awe-inspiring pharaohs. Then set sail towards Esna, continuing your remarkable journey.

Overnight - On board 5-star Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Edfu. Sail To Kom Ombo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Edfu. Sail To Kom Ombo

Savor a delightful onboard breakfast before embarking on a visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This remarkable temple, dedicated to Horus of Behedet, stands as the epitome of Ptolemaic temple construction in Egypt. With its impressive size, spanning over 140m and covering approximately 7000m², it is a testament to architectural brilliance and remarkable preservation.

Indulge in a sumptuous lunch onboard as you make your way to the Temple of Kom Ombo. This unique temple, dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, also known as Horus the Elder, offers a fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian mythology. Its symmetrical design, featuring two identical entrances, hypostyle halls, and sanctuaries, showcases the sacred connection between the two deities.

After your visit, return to the Nile Cruise to unwind, relax, and enjoy a delightful dinner

Overnight - On board 5-star Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Sail To Aswan - Arrival Aswan
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sail To Aswan - Arrival Aswan

After enjoying a delightful breakfast onboard, embark on a visit to the impressive High Dam. This rock-fill dam, fed by the River Nile, forms the stunning Lake Nasser. Next, explore the picturesque Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, which was relocated by UNESCO to preserve its beauty. Finally, return to the Nile Cruise for a relaxing evening.

Overnight - On board 5-star Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Abu Simbel Temple (Optional Excursion)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Abu Simbel Temple (Optional Excursion)

At around 5:00 am, your guide will pick you up for an excursion to the awe-inspiring rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel. Discover the remarkable architectural wonders built for King Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari. These temples showcase a unique design and hold great historical significance. Then we’ll transfer you to your hotel in Aswan

Overnight - Aswan

Meals: Breakfast,
Day 9 Arrival Marsa Alam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival Marsa Alam

Departing Aswan we drive to Marsa Alam, which is part of the beautiful Red Sea

Riviera for 3 days on the beach!

Overnight - Marsa Alam

Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 Marsa Alam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Marsa Alam

The next 2 days are free to explore Marsa Alam or simply relax. there’s an optional

tours which can be booked locally.

Marsa Alam is one of the Red Sea’s most popular resorts and it is easy to see why. Hotels

and expanded infrastructure provide holidaymakers with excellent aquatic facilities for

sail boarding, yachting, deep-sea fishing, SCUBA diving and snorkeling. Marsa Alam’s

central location provides a gateway to prime offshore reefs, which are some of the

finest in the world.

Overnight - Marsa Alam

Meals: Breakfast: 2
Day 11 Egypt’S Capital Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Egypt’S Capital Tour

This morning we drive to Cairo. The remainder of today is free for you to relax or

explore Egypt’s capital at leisure. You can opt to join us on a visit to Khan el Khalili

bazaar, the ideal place for some last minute souvenir shopping.

Overnight - Cairo

Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 Departure
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure

After breakfast, hotel check-out and onward transfer to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast

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Great Pharaoh And Nile Jewel

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Itinerary of your trip Great Pharaoh And Nile Jewel

Arrival Cairo

Pyramids Of Giza & Saqqara

Grand Egyptian Museum & National Museum Of Egyptian Civilization

Nile Cruise & Luxor East Bank

Hot Air Balloon (Optional Excursion) & Luxor West Bank

Edfu. Sail To Kom Ombo

Sail To Aswan - Arrival Aswan

Abu Simbel Temple (Optional Excursion)

Arrival Marsa Alam

Marsa Alam

Egypt’S Capital Tour

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