Great Egypt: Pyramids, Paradise & a Nile River Odyssey
Day 1: Arrive in Cairo – Your Grand Entrance
- Land in Cairo and let our representative take care of the details. Then, settle into your hotel and prepare for the marvels that await.
Day 2: Pharaohs, Pyramids, & Timeless Wonders
- Fuel up with breakfast, then delve into the Egyptian Museum, where the treasures of King Tutankhamun and countless other pharaohs await. In the afternoon, prepare to be awestruck by the majestic Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. Experience the thrill of a camel ride through the timeless desert, then delve into the ancient art of papyrus making.
Day 3: Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh – Red Sea Awaits!
- After breakfast, fly to the stunning Red Sea resort town of Sharm El Sheikh. Check into your hotel and get ready for seaside bliss.
Day 4-5: Sun, Sea, and Sinai Serenity
- These days are your playground. Relax on Sharm’s pristine beaches, explore the vibrant underwater world with a dive, or simply bask in the year-round sunshine.
Day 6: Sharm to Luxor – Nile Cruise Ahoy!
- Enjoy a leisurely morning in Sharm, then fly to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes. Embark on your luxurious Nile cruise ship, where a delicious lunch awaits. In the afternoon, explore the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple complex and the beautiful Luxor Temple, both illuminated by the setting sun.
Day 7: Nile Cruise – Royal Tombs & Majestic Temples
- Cross the Nile to the West Bank, where the Valley of the Kings and Queens unveil the secrets of pharaohs and royalty. Enter the tombs of ancient rulers and witness the grandeur of the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
Day 8: Nile Cruise – Edfu’s Falcon God & Kom Ombo’s Dual Deities
- Visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu, dedicated to the powerful falcon god. After lunch, cruise to Kom Ombo and encounter the unique double temple shared by Sobek and Haroeris.
Day 9: Nile Cruise – Aswan’s Grandeur & Philae’s Charm
- Witness the engineering marvel of the High Dam and the unfinished obelisk in the Granite Quarries. Savor lunch, then embark on a serene felucca ride to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Day 10: Farewell to the Nile, Back to Bustling Cairo
- Enjoy your final breakfast on board, then disembark and fly back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel for a final night in this captivating city. (Consider an optional excursion to Abu Simbel to witness its magnificent temples.)
Day 11: Departure – Memories of a Lifetime
- After breakfast, our representative will ensure a seamless departure, assisting you with check-in and immigration. Carry home the treasures of your Egyptian adventure.
Included:
- 3 nights in Cairo with breakfast
- 3 nights in Sharm El Sheikh with breakfast
- 4 nights on board a luxurious Nile Cruise with all meals and sightseeing
- Full-day tour to the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids & Sphinx
- Knowledgeable, multilingual escort throughout your journey
- Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
Optional Add-On:
- Abu Simbel excursion with flights and sightseeing
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