After breakfast, you will meet your Egyptologist guide before traveling by private air-conditioned vehicle to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

Begin your visit at the Grand Egyptian Museum, a major institution dedicated to the civilization of ancient Egypt. The museum presents Egypt’s history through extensive modern exhibition galleries, bringing together monumental statues, royal treasures, and artifacts spanning thousands of years.

Explore the Main Galleries, which present ancient Egyptian history chronologically from the prehistoric period through the Greco-Roman era. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Tutankhamun Galleries, where more than 5,000 artifacts from the young king’s tomb are displayed, including the famous Golden Burial Mask of Tutankhamun.

After completing your museum visit, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant before returning by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo.

Helpful Hint: The GEM involves considerable walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Keep your personal belongings secure while exploring the museum galleries.

After breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your Egyptologist guide in the hotel lobby before traveling by private air-conditioned vehicle to Old Cairo, one of the city’s most historic districts and a remarkable area where Egypt’s Christian and Jewish heritage can be explored.

Begin your visit at the Hanging Church, one of Egypt’s oldest and most famous Christian churches. Built above the remains of an earlier Roman fortress, it is renowned for its historic architecture, wooden interior, and important Coptic heritage.

Continue to the Church of Abu Serga, an ancient Coptic church traditionally associated with the Holy Family’s journey through Egypt. The church is especially known for its crypt, which is linked to the Holy Family tradition.

Next, visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of Cairo’s most significant Jewish heritage sites. The historic synagogue is closely connected with Cairo’s long-standing Jewish community and reflects the city’s diverse religious history.

After completing your Old Cairo visits, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant before continuing by private air-conditioned vehicle to the Saladin Citadel, a medieval fortress established in the 12th century to strengthen Cairo’s defenses. The Citadel also provides impressive panoramic views across the historic city.

Within the Citadel, visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, an iconic 19th-century mosque commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha. Its grand Ottoman-inspired architecture, imposing domes, and elegant minarets make it one of Cairo’s most recognizable landmarks.

Conclude the day at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo’s famous historic marketplace. Wander through its atmospheric lanes filled with traditional shops, handicrafts, spices, jewelry, souvenirs, and other local products.

After the visit, return by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel.

Helpful Hint: Wear comfortable walking shoes, as Old Cairo and Khan El Khalili involve walking through historic streets and uneven surfaces. Complimentary bottled water will be provided throughout the sightseeing day.

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan.

Upon arrival in Aswan, you will meet your Egyptologist guide and transfer to the Nile waterfront, where a motorboat will take you to Philae Island.

Visit the Temple of Philae, an impressive ancient temple complex dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Originally located on Philae Island, the temples were relocated to nearby Agilkia Island during the UNESCO-led Nubian campaign to protect them from the rising waters created by the construction of the High Dam.

After the visit, return by motorboat and continue to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s major modern engineering projects. Completed in the 1970s, the dam controls the flow of the Nile, provides hydroelectric power, and created the vast Lake Nasser.

Following the sightseeing program, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to the cruise dock and board your Nile Cruise. Complete the embarkation procedures and check into your cabin before relaxing onboard.

Lunch and dinner will be served onboard, giving you time to settle into your cabin and enjoy the beginning of your Nile cruise experience.

Helpful Hint: Keep your passport, flight documents, and essential personal belongings easily accessible during the airport transfer and cruise embarkation. Comfortable shoes and sun protection are recommended for the sightseeing in Aswan.

Breakfast will be served onboard as the Nile Cruise sails south toward Kom Ombo.

After breakfast, disembark to visit Kom Ombo Temple, a unique Ptolemaic-era temple situated directly on the eastern bank of the Nile. The temple is dedicated to two deities, Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, and its symmetrical design reflects this unusual dual dedication. You will explore its impressive reliefs, columns, and riverside setting before returning to the cruise.

Reboard the cruise and continue sailing toward Edfu.

Around midday, lunch will be served onboard while the cruise continues along the Nile.

Upon arrival at Edfu, disembark to visit Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Built during the Ptolemaic period and dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god, the temple is renowned for its monumental pylons, well-preserved reliefs, and detailed inscriptions.

After the visit, return to the cruise and continue sailing along the Nile.

Dinner will be served onboard, followed by a relaxing evening as the cruise continues its journey toward Luxor.

Helpful Hint: Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sun protection are recommended for the temple visits. Keep your cabin key and essential belongings with you when disembarking.

Breakfast will be served onboard while the Nile Cruise is docked in Luxor.

Meet your Egyptologist guide and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor’s East Bank, beginning with the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious complexes ever built. Dedicated primarily to the Theban god Amun-Ra, Karnak developed over many centuries and features monumental pylons, vast courtyards, towering columns, and beautifully carved reliefs.

Continue to Luxor Temple, an impressive ancient temple complex built mainly during the New Kingdom and associated with the rejuvenation of kingship. Its grand entrance, massive columns, statues, and long avenue connecting it historically with Karnak showcase the architectural splendor of ancient Thebes.

After completing the East Bank visits, return by private air-conditioned vehicle to the cruise.

Lunch will be served onboard, followed by leisure time to relax and enjoy the facilities of the Nile Cruise as it remains docked in Luxor.

Dinner will be served onboard, followed by a relaxing evening.

Helpful Hint: Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sun protection are recommended for exploring the extensive temple complexes.

After breakfast onboard, complete your Nile Cruise disembarkation and meet your Egyptologist guide before beginning your sightseeing in Luxor’s West Bank.

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal necropolis of ancient Thebes. Hidden among the desert cliffs, the valley contains the richly decorated tombs of numerous New Kingdom pharaohs, where you can explore selected royal burial chambers adorned with colorful scenes and hieroglyphic inscriptions.

Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, the magnificent mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt’s most prominent female rulers. Built against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, the temple is distinguished by its striking terraces, colonnades, and beautifully preserved reliefs.

Next, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Standing for thousands of years on the West Bank, these monumental figures once guarded the entrance to his vast mortuary temple.

After completing the West Bank visits, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.

Following lunch, continue by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo.

Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, meet your representative and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo for check-in and relaxation.

Helpful Hint: Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sun protection are highly recommended, especially for the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut.

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and begin your journey to Siwa Oasis by private air-conditioned vehicle.

Travel through Egypt’s scenic western desert landscape toward Siwa, a remote oasis known for its palm groves, natural springs, salt lakes, and distinctive local culture. The journey offers a fascinating transition from the Nile Valley to the peaceful surroundings of the Western Desert.

Upon arrival in Siwa Oasis, check in at your hotel and take some time to settle in and relax.

The remainder of the day is at leisure, allowing you to rest after the journey or enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the oasis at your own pace.

Helpful Hint: The journey to Siwa is long, so keep comfortable clothing, personal essentials, and drinking water easily accessible during the transfer.

After breakfast, meet your guide and begin your exploration of Siwa Oasis by private air-conditioned vehicle.

Start with a visit to the historic Old Town of Shali, the traditional heart of Siwa. Built largely from kershef, a local mixture of salt, mud, and clay, the ancient settlement is known for its distinctive ruins, narrow lanes, and panoramic views over the oasis.

Continue to the Siwa Salt Lakes, one of the oasis’s most distinctive natural attractions. Surrounded by the desert landscape, the turquoise waters and bright salt formations create a striking setting and offer an opportunity to experience Siwa’s unique natural environment.

Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant, featuring the flavors and hospitality of the Siwan community.

After lunch, continue to one of Siwa’s refreshing natural hot springs, where you can relax in the warm mineral-rich waters surrounded by the peaceful oasis landscape.

Proceed to Taziry Eco-Village, an environmentally focused retreat inspired by traditional Siwan architecture and the natural surroundings of the oasis. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and experience a different side of Siwa’s sustainable desert lifestyle.

After completing the visits, return by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

Helpful Hint: Comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, a hat, sunscreen, and a change of clothes are recommended, especially for the salt lakes and hot spring.

After breakfast, meet your guide and begin your exploration of Siwa Oasis by private air-conditioned vehicle.

Start with a visit to the Mountain of the Dead, an ancient necropolis located on a limestone hill overlooking Siwa. The site contains numerous rock-cut tombs dating mainly from the Ptolemaic and Roman periods, many of which feature colorful decorations and inscriptions.

Continue to the Temple of the Oracle of Amun, one of Siwa’s most famous ancient landmarks. Dating to the 6th century BC, the temple became renowned in the ancient world for its oracle of Amun, which was consulted by Alexander the Great during his visit to Siwa.

Around midday, enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant before continuing your sightseeing.

After lunch, visit Cleopatra’s Spring, a natural spring surrounded by palm trees and one of Siwa’s most popular spots for experiencing the oasis landscape. The clear, warm water provides a refreshing setting for relaxation.

Continue to the Great Sand Sea, an expansive desert landscape of sweeping golden dunes extending west of Siwa. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and dramatic scenery of the Western Desert.

Conclude your sightseeing at the traditional Siwa Old Market, where you can explore local shops offering handicrafts, dates, olive products, spices, and other traditional Siwan goods.

After completing the sightseeing program, return by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

Helpful Hint: Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and a light jacket for the desert evening are recommended. If you plan to enter Cleopatra’s Spring, bring swimwear and a change of clothes.

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and begin your journey back to Cairo by private air-conditioned vehicle.

Enjoy the scenic drive through Egypt’s Western Desert as you travel from the peaceful surroundings of Siwa Oasis back toward the capital.

Upon arrival in Cairo, continue to your hotel for check-in and some time to settle in after the long journey.

The remainder of the day is free at leisure, allowing you to relax at the hotel or explore Cairo independently at your own pace.

Helpful Hint: The journey from Siwa to Cairo is long, so keep comfortable clothing, snacks, drinking water, and personal essentials easily accessible during the drive.

After breakfast, enjoy another free day at leisure in Cairo. Take the opportunity to relax at your hotel, explore the city independently, do some last-minute shopping, or simply enjoy some time at your own pace before your departure.

Helpful Hint: Keep your passport, travel documents, and luggage arrangements organized today to ensure a smooth departure the following day.

After breakfast, enjoy another free day at leisure in Cairo before your departure. Take the opportunity to relax at your hotel, do some last-minute shopping, or spend the day exploring the city independently at your own pace.

Helpful Hint: Keep your passport, travel documents, and essential belongings organized today, and prepare your luggage in advance for a smooth departure.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before check-out.

At the scheduled time, meet our representative and transfer to Cairo International Airport. Assistance will be provided with departure procedures before boarding your international flight home.