Description
This meticulously crafted journey is the definitive Egyptian experience, blending iconic world wonders with intimate discovery. Your adventure begins in Cairo, where you will stand in awe before the eternal Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx.
From the capital, an overnight sleeper train carries you south to Aswan. Here, you will immerse yourself in vibrant Nubian culture and witness the monumental grandeur of Abu Simbel. Then, escape the ordinary and step back in time aboard a private, luxurious Dahabiya sailboat. Glide down the Nile in serene elegance, visiting ancient temples like Kom Ombo and the hidden quarry caves of Gebel El-Silsila, far removed from the crowded tourist trails.
Your voyage culminates in Luxor, where you will explore the legendary Valley of the Kings and the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut. Finally, return to Cairo to delve into the treasures of the Egyptian Museum and the historic lanes of Coptic Cairo, before a final farewell amidst the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar. This is not just a tour; it is your passage through millennia, designed to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo & Welcome Tour Briefing
You'll arrive at Cairo Airport and be met by a representative who will escort you to your hotel. Your tour leader will meet you at 6:00 PM to review the upcoming schedule for the week.
Day 2: Saqqara, Giza Pyramids & Overnight Sleeper Train
After breakfast, your guide heads with you to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Zoser. Then it's on to Giza, where you'll check out the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Menkaure, as well as the Sphinx. You'll grab your bags and make your way to the train station by 6:45 PM for the overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
Day 3: Aswan Arrival, Nubian Village & Philae Temple
You arrive in Aswan and transfer to the Nubian Village on the West Bank. After settling into your room with Nile views, you'll visit Philae Temple. Later in the evening, dinner at your hotel features local Nubian food.
Day 4: Abu Simbel Temples Excursion
An early morning departure takes you to Abu Simbel, where you'll see the two massive temples of Ramses II. Once back at your hotel in the Nubian Village, the rest of the day and evening are yours to spend however you like.
Day 5: Royal Nile Dahabiya Embarkation & Sailing
Following breakfast, you check out and board the Royal Nile Dahabiya. The remainder of the day is free, so you can relax and enjoy sailing down the Nile at your own pace.
Day 6: Nile Sailing & Kom Ombo Temple Visit
Breakfast is whenever you want it while you're sailing down the Nile. Throughout the day, you'll listen to water buffalo and watch donkeys along the shore, plus spot various bird life. In the afternoon, the boat stops at Kom Ombo, where you visit the Greco-Roman temple.
Day 7: Nile Cruise to Gabal El Silsilah
The sailing continues down the Nile toward the temple of Gabal El Silsilah, and your boat ties up next to the Speos of Horemheb. Dinner takes place in front of the illuminated temple or on the upper deck, accompanied by music that enhances the evening atmosphere.
Day 8: Gabal El Silsilah & Leisure on the Nile
You keep sailing down the Nile toward the temple of Gabal El Silsilah, where the boat moors alongside the Speos of Horemheb. Dinner is served in front of the lit-up temple or on the upper deck in a quieter setting, accompanied by music.
Day 9: Luxor West Bank & Sleeper Train to Cairo
After breakfast, you head to the west bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Later, you board the sleeper train back to Cairo.
Day 10: Cairo Highlights & Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Around 7:00 AM, you arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel for a quick shower. After that, a guided tour takes you through the Egyptian Museum, the Old City, Coptic Cairo, and Islamic Cairo, concluding at the famous Khan El Khalili bazaar in Old Cairo.
Day 11: Departure from Cairo
After breakfast, your tour concludes in Cairo, where it began. You transfer to the airport for your flight home, carrying all the memories and experiences from your week.
