Cairo

Cairo International Airport Road - Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, the Tour Manager will greet and assist with Entry Visa Formalities, followed by a private vehicle transfer to the pre-booked hotel. Check-in and settle into the reserved room. The Tour Manager will arrange the pick-up time for the next day’s tour. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Cairo.

Tour Pyramids of Giza and Saqqara

Pyramids of Giza - The next visit is to the world-renowned Great Pyramids of Cheops, Kephren, and Mikerinus on the Giza plateau. Admire the Sphinx statue from the rear of the Valley Temple of Kephren. An optional visit to the Museum of the Solar Boat can be coordinated with the tour guide.

Grand Egyptian Museum - Enjoy a guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum, the heart of Pharaonic Civilization. At its core is the legendary collection of Tutankhamun, featuring over 5,000 artifacts from his tomb. The main halls showcase the evolution of Egyptian art and religion, from the earliest dynasties to the Greco-Roman era, with statues of Ramses II, temple reliefs, and exquisite artifacts. Experience the reconstructed funerary boats of Pharaoh Khufu, symbols of the soul’s eternal journey into the afterlife.

Luxor Temples

Luxor - After breakfast, the tour manager will accompany guests to Cairo Airport for a regular flight to Luxor, where the tour guide will be waiting.

Al Karnak - From Luxor Airport, depart with a private tour guide to the Karnak Complex of Temples, an open museum dedicated to temples, chapels, obelisks, statues, and pylons from various historical periods. It features names of many famous pharaohs, including Ahmos, Tutmothes, Amenophis, Ramsess, Seti, and Hatshepsut. Visit the Great Hypostyle Hall of Seti I and Ramsess II, admire the Obelisks of Amenophis II and Queen Hatshepsut, and pass by the Sacred Lake of Amon.

Luxor Temple - Travel from the Karnak Complex to Luxor Temple via the 2.5 KM Sphinx Avenue, lined with ram-headed statues honoring Amon Raa, the main god of the New Kingdom. After the visit, continue to the Nile Cruise ship for a four-night stay. Check-in and settle into the cabin. At Luxor Temple, encounter the first pylon with four statues of Ramsess II and one of two standing obelisks. Explore the hypostyle hall of Amenphis III and the Sanctuary.

Valley of the Kings and then Sailing on the Nile

Colossi of Memnon - After breakfast, the tour guide will lead a visit to the Necropolis of Thebes, starting with the two colossal statues of Amenophis III, known as Memnon in Greek literature. These 18-meter-high statues are all that remain of the Great Funerary Temple of King Amenhotep III from the New Kingdom (1570 to 1070 BCE).

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - The next stop is the Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, constructed by her lover, engineer SEN-MUT. The temple consists of two sections: one cut into the mountain rocks and the other built on three levels. Queen Hatshepsut’s achievements are depicted on the temple walls.

Valley of the Kings - The Valley of the Kings in Thebes, Luxor, contains 63 discovered tombs. Visit three tombs with the guide to explore the ancient Egyptians’ beliefs about the afterlife. Every inch of a Pharaoh’s tomb is adorned with scenes from the Book of the Afterlife, guiding the king through the dark world to rise with Ra (the Sun God) in the celestial realm of deities.

Visit of Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

Temple of Horus - After visiting the Valley of the Kings, the Nile Cruise Ship departs Luxor for Edfu City, located 100 KM away. Arrive in the evening, with the visit scheduled for the morning. The Temple of Horus is distant from the Nile River, offering a horse cart ride from the ship to the temple and back. This temple, from the Ptolemaic period (223 - 30 BCE), is the most well-preserved in Egypt, showcasing the grandeur of ancient Egyptian temples. Return on board and continue sailing southward to Kom Ombo.

Temple of Kom Ombo - Arrive at Kom Ombo Temple in the late afternoon. This temple is divided between two gods: the right half dedicated to Haroeris, with a human body and falcon head, and the left side to Sobek, with a man’s body and crocodile head. Inside, see the Surgical Instruments, the Calendar, and the Figure of Cleopatra VII, along with the Nilometer and Mummified Sacred Crocodiles.

Aswan

Temple of Philae - The Island of Philae is known as the last stronghold of Paganism in Egypt. Until the 4th century, the cult of Goddess Isis continued at her temple on this remote island. Threatened by rising waters behind the Aswan Dam, the temple was dismantled, transferred, and reconstructed on Agilikia Island, 300 meters from the original Philae Island, thanks to a collaboration between Egypt and UNESCO. Explore more than three temple remains on the island before departing by motorboat to the High Dam of Aswan.

Aswan High Dam - The High Dam of Aswan was built under the leadership of former Egyptian President Nasser (1954 - 1970). Initially projected by a European engineering firm, the project was entrusted to the Russians after the Suez Crisis. Once the largest dam in Africa, it was designed to ensure continuous irrigation for Egyptian agriculture and provide the necessary electric energy for Egyptian industry.

Abu Simbel - Flight to Cairo

Abu Simbel Temple Complex - Disembark and embark on an Abu Simbel tour by car. After breakfast on board, guests disembark in Aswan for a memorable overland journey to Abu Simbel, one of Egypt’s most iconic sites.

Journey to Abu Simbel
• Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle across the desert landscapes of Nubia.
• The drive takes approximately 3.5 hours each way, offering glimpses of the Nile Valley and the shifting sands of southern Egypt.

Visit to Abu Simbel Temples
• Upon arrival, marvel at the colossal temples of Abu Simbel, carved directly into the sandstone cliffs overlooking Lake Nasser.
• The Great Temple of Ramses II features four towering statues of the pharaoh, each over 20 meters high, guarding the entrance. Inside, reliefs depict his military victories and divine status.
• The Temple of Hathor and Nefertari, dedicated to the queen, stands nearby, remarkable for its rare depiction of a royal consort on equal scale with the king.

Enjoy time for photography before the return drive to Aswan.

Aswan - Upon arrival in Aswan, transfer directly to Aswan Airport for the evening flight back to Cairo.
• Assistance will be provided with check-in and boarding procedures.
• Arrival in Cairo marks the conclusion of the Nubian adventure, with an overnight stay arranged at the hotel.

• Private transportation
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Entrance Fees for all Sites and Museums as described in our itinerary

• Egypt Entry Visa (Could be arranged at $28)
• International and Domestic Airfares
• Personal Extras such as optional tours, beverages, telephones, etc..
• Tipping & Gratuities (Recommended but not Compulsory)
• Admission fees

In just seven days, explore Egypt’s most magnificent sites—from Cairo’s pyramids to Luxor’s temples—while enjoying a comfortable journey along the Nile.

1. This adventure combines history, culture, and luxury, creating the Egypt of your dreams.
2. The itinerary offers a perfect mix of Cairo’s treasures (Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum) and the timeless allure of Upper Egypt, including Aswan and Luxor, showcasing a full spectrum of temples, tombs, and monuments.
3. The Nile Cruise seamlessly links these destinations, making travel time an integral part of the adventure.
4. With thoughtfully planned pacing, no hurried visits, and a grand finale in Cairo, each day is filled with excitement and reflection.
5. Beyond mere sightseeing, it is a journey through time—from the pyramids of Giza to the temples of Ramses II—leaving travelers with a profound connection to Egypt’s eternal legacy and memories that endure a lifetime.

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