11 Days Cairo Nile Cruise and Sharm El sheikh by Flight

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, meet your certified Egyptologist guide for an immersive day through Egypt’s legendary wonders. Start your excursion with the world-renowned Giza Plateau. Behold the grandeur of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, alongside the majestic pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Stand before the enigmatic Sphinx, the colossal guardian with the body of a lion and the face of a king. Nearby, tour the Valley Temple, once used for the ritual mummification of pharaohs. Enjoy lunch at a reputable Egyptian eatery before heading to the cutting-edge Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). This modern marvel houses a vast collection of ancient treasures, including royal artifacts, statues, and everyday relics from Egypt’s Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms. Highlights include statues of powerful rulers, glittering jewelry, and relics that tell stories of ancient daily life. After this enriching visit, return to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and driven to start your sightseeing in the south. Begin with the High Dam, a monumental structure that revolutionized Egypt’s irrigation system and protected the country from flooding on the Nile. Then, sail to Philae Temple, an elegant complex relocated to Agilkia Island to preserve it from rising waters. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, this site is filled with mythological carvings and peaceful beauty. Following your tour, head to your luxurious Nile cruise for check-in. Lunch will be served as you begin your tranquil journey toward Kom Ombo. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard the Nile Cruise

After breakfast on board, visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile deity, and Horus, the falcon god. This rare double temple features symmetrical halls, courtyards, and sanctuaries, along with fascinating carvings of ancient surgical instruments and a Nilometer for measuring Nile flood levels. Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Edfu. Enjoy lunch on board while passing scenic Nile landscapes of farmland, palm groves, and traditional villages. Afternoon tea will be served on deck. Overnight: Nile Cruise in Edfu Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, travel by horse-drawn carriage to the remarkably preserved Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus. Built during the Ptolemaic era, it features detailed inscriptions describing the battle between Horus and Seth and reflects traditional ancient Egyptian temple design. Return to the cruise and sail toward Luxor, enjoying lunch onboard along the way. Upon arrival in the afternoon, visit the magnificent Luxor Temple, a grand complex built during the New Kingdom and later expanded by Ramses II. Connected once to the Karnak Temple by the Avenue of Sphinxes, it showcases towering statues, massive columns, and beautifully preserved reliefs that illustrate its ceremonial significance during the Opet Festival. Return to the cruise for dinner. Overnight: Nile Cruise in Luxor Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast and check-out, begin your exploration of Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, burial site of Egypt’s pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. Explore selected royal tombs adorned with vivid wall paintings depicting the journey to the afterlife, as well as ancient religious texts. Continue to the striking Hatshepsut Temple, a unique terraced monument carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, dedicated to Egypt’s most famous female pharaoh. End your West Bank tour with the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded the entrance to Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Luxor, followed by free time for relaxation. Later, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo to take a flight to Sharm El-Sheikh. Upon arrival, your guide will escort you to your coastal resort. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Sharm El-Sheikh

• Optional Excursion: Join an early morning drive to St. Catherine’s Monastery, a spiritual retreat nestled at the base of Mount Sinai. Explore sacred icons and ancient relics that date back over a thousand years.

After breakfast, continue enjoying the serene vibe of the Red Sea or take on an adventurous outing. Optional Tour: Sail to Ras Mohammed National Park—a protected marine haven. Snorkel among colorful coral gardens, exotic fish, and possibly even sea turtles in this world-famous underwater paradise. Return to the hotel in the afternoon to relax by the beach. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Sharm El-Sheikh

• Old Cairo & the Citadel: Tour the Saladin Citadel and marvel at the elegant Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Continue to Coptic Cairo to see the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
• Nile Dinner Cruise: Savor a buffet dinner aboard a Nile River boat while enjoying live music, belly dancers, and the mesmerizing whirls of a tanoura performance.

Set off after breakfast on a fascinating full-day excursion into ancient Egypt’s early architectural feats. Start at Sakkara, home to the groundbreaking Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest monumental stone structure ever built. Continue to Memphis, once the flourishing capital of Ancient Egypt, now showcasing an open-air museum with relics like the giant fallen statue of Ramses II. Finally, head to Dahshur, where you’ll see the experimental Bent Pyramid and the elegant Red Pyramid, the prototype for Giza’s famous pyramids. This journey offers a complete picture of pyramid development, culminating in a deep appreciation for the genius of Egypt’s ancient architects. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Cairo

Following breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Cairo International Airport in time for your flight home. We hope your journey through Egypt has left you with memories to treasure and a desire to return. Meals: Breakfast