After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide at your hotel and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to the Giza Plateau to explore some of Egypt’s most extraordinary ancient monuments.

The Great Pyramids of Giza

Begin your visit at the Great Pyramids of Giza, built during Egypt’s 4th Dynasty approximately 4,500 years ago as monumental royal tombs. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu, along with the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and discover the remarkable engineering skills of the ancient Egyptians.

The Great Sphinx & Valley Temple of Khafre

Continue to the Great Sphinx, one of Egypt’s most iconic monuments. Carved from a natural limestone outcrop, this extraordinary statue combines the body of a lion with a human head and is traditionally associated with Pharaoh Khafre.

Nearby, visit the Valley Temple of Khafre, an important part of the king’s pyramid complex. Constructed from massive limestone and granite blocks, the temple played a role in the royal funerary rituals associated with Khafre’s burial, including the preparation of the king’s body for burial.

Around midday, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to a carefully selected local restaurant, where you will enjoy lunch with views of the Pyramids or at a premium local restaurant.

Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

After lunch, continue by private air-conditioned vehicle to the Grand Egyptian Museum, officially opened on November 1, 2025. Dedicated to the civilization of Ancient Egypt, the museum presents an extraordinary collection of artifacts spanning thousands of years of history.

Explore its main galleries and discover monumental statues, royal treasures, everyday objects, and remarkable archaeological discoveries. The museum also houses the galleries dedicated to the treasures of Tutankhamun, offering fascinating insight into the life and burial of the young pharaoh who ruled during the 18th Dynasty in the 14th century BC.

After completing your visit, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle back to your hotel.

Helpful Hint: Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring sunscreen and a hat for your outdoor visit to the Giza Plateau, and carry water throughout the day.

After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide at your hotel before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to Historic Cairo, where centuries of religious heritage, medieval architecture, and traditional Egyptian culture come together.

The Hanging Church

Begin your visit at the Hanging Church, one of Egypt’s most famous Coptic Christian landmarks. Dating back to the early centuries of Christianity in Egypt, the church is renowned for its beautiful wooden ceiling, historic icons, and distinctive location above the gatehouse of the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon.

Church of Abu Serga

Continue to the Church of Abu Serga, also known as the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus. Dating primarily to the 5th century AD, it is traditionally associated with the Holy Family’s journey through Egypt. According to Christian tradition, the family took refuge in a cave beneath the church, making it an important pilgrimage site.

Ben Ezra Synagogue

Next, visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of Cairo’s most historically significant Jewish landmarks. Located in Old Cairo, the synagogue is particularly famous for the Cairo Geniza, a remarkable collection of medieval Jewish manuscripts and documents that provides valuable insight into religious, commercial, and social life across centuries.

Around midday, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to a carefully selected local restaurant, where you will enjoy lunch and experience Egyptian cuisine.

Saladin Citadel

After lunch, continue to the Citadel of Saladin, a magnificent medieval fortress founded by Saladin in approximately 1176 AD to strengthen Cairo’s defenses. Perched on the Mokattam Hills, the Citadel offers impressive historic architecture and panoramic views across the city.

Mosque of Muhammad Ali

Within the Citadel, visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, built between 1830 and 1848 during the rule of Muhammad Ali Pasha. Its imposing domes, elegant minarets, and Ottoman-inspired design make it one of Cairo’s most recognizable landmarks.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Conclude your day at the lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a historic marketplace whose origins date to the 14th century. Wander through its bustling lanes filled with traditional handicrafts, spices, jewelry, souvenirs, and local cafés. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and discover the traditional shopping culture of Cairo.

After your exploration, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle back to your hotel.

Helpful Hint: Carry some Egyptian pounds in cash if you plan to shop at Khan El Khalili, and remember that bargaining is common in many market stalls. Wear comfortable walking shoes for the historic streets and mosque complex.

After breakfast, meet our representative at your hotel and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan.

Upon arrival, meet your Egyptologist guide and begin exploring the highlights of this beautiful southern Egyptian city.

Aswan High Dam

Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most significant modern engineering achievements. Completed in 1970, the dam helps control the Nile’s annual flooding, supports irrigation, and generates hydroelectric power. It also created Lake Nasser, one of the world’s largest artificial lakes.

Philae Temple

Continue by motorboat to Agilkia Island to explore the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated primarily to Isis, the ancient Egyptian goddess of motherhood and magic. Many of the temple complex’s surviving structures date to the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. To protect the monument from rising waters following the construction of the High Dam, it was relocated to Agilkia Island during an international UNESCO-led campaign in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

After your visit, return by motorboat and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle, as required, to your luxury Dahabiya for embarkation and check-in.

Around midday, enjoy lunch onboard your Dahabiya.

Sailing toward Kom Ombo

In the afternoon, begin your Nile sailing experience as your Dahabiya glides along the river toward Kom Ombo. Enjoy views of palm-lined banks, fertile fields, and traditional riverside villages while relaxing on the sun deck.

The Kom Ombo Temple, dating primarily to the Ptolemaic Period (approximately 180–47 BC), is uniquely dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, the falcon god. Its distinctive symmetrical design features twin entrances, halls, and sanctuaries.

Return to your Dahabiya and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of your first afternoon sailing along the Nile.

Helpful Hint: Relax on the sun deck and keep your camera ready for the beautiful riverside scenery. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water for your sightseeing in Aswan.

After breakfast onboard your luxury Dahabiya, visit Gebel El Silsila, one of Ancient Egypt’s most important sandstone quarry sites. Its sandstone supplied building materials for many of Egypt’s magnificent temples and monuments. Explore the impressive rock formations and discover the ancient shrines, chapels, and inscriptions carved into the surrounding cliffs, offering insight into the religious and building traditions of ancient Egyptian civilization.

Around midday, return to your Dahabiya and enjoy lunch onboard as you sail toward Edfu, taking in the peaceful scenery of Upper Egypt along the way.

Upon arrival in Edfu, travel by traditional horse-drawn carriage through the town to the magnificent Temple of Horus. Built mainly during the Ptolemaic Period between 237 and 57 BC, this remarkably well-preserved temple was dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god associated with kingship and protection. Explore its monumental entrance pylons, impressive columns, and detailed wall reliefs while your Egyptologist guide explains the temple’s mythology and religious significance.

After completing your visit, return by horse-drawn carriage to your Dahabiya and continue enjoying the relaxing atmosphere of your Nile journey.

Helpful Hint: Keep your camera ready during today’s scenic sailing through Upper Egypt. Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the temple and bring a hat and sunscreen.

After breakfast onboard your luxury Dahabiya, continue sailing toward Luxor, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the Nile as you approach the ancient city of Thebes, one of the most important religious centers of Ancient Egypt.

Karnak Temple

Begin your sightseeing at Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built in Ancient Egypt. Developed over approximately 2,000 years, beginning around 2000 BC, Karnak was dedicated primarily to Amun-Ra, the king of the gods. Explore its monumental gateways, towering obelisks, sacred lake, and the magnificent Great Hypostyle Hall, renowned for its 134 massive columns decorated with intricate hieroglyphs and reliefs.

Around midday, return to your Dahabiya and enjoy lunch onboard.

Luxor Temple

After lunch, continue your exploration with a visit to Luxor Temple, a magnificent sanctuary in the heart of modern Luxor. Built primarily under Pharaoh Amenhotep III during the 14th century BC and expanded by Ramesses II during the 13th century BC, the temple played an important role in royal ceremonies and the annual Opet Festival.

Admire its impressive statues, towering columns, and monumental entrance. Luxor Temple was connected to Karnak Temple by the famous Avenue of Sphinxes, stretching approximately 2.7 kilometers and used in ancient religious processions.

After completing your visit, return to your Dahabiya and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of your Nile journey.

Helpful Hint: Late afternoon often provides beautiful lighting for photographing Luxor Temple. Bring your camera and wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the temple grounds.

After breakfast onboard your luxury Dahabiya, disembark and meet your Egyptologist guide before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor’s West Bank, home to some of Ancient Egypt’s most remarkable royal monuments.

Valley of the Kings

Begin your visit at the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs, used primarily between approximately 1550 and 1070 BC. Hidden among the desert hills, the valley contains elaborately decorated tombs featuring colorful wall paintings, hieroglyphic inscriptions, and scenes from ancient Egyptian religious texts. Discover the beliefs and burial traditions that shaped the pharaohs’ journey into the afterlife.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. Built during the 15th century BC under the reign of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Ancient Egypt’s most remarkable female rulers, the temple is famous for its elegant terraces, long colonnades, and dramatic setting beneath towering limestone cliffs.

Around midday, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to a carefully selected local restaurant, where you will enjoy lunch before continuing your journey.

Colossi of Memnon

After lunch, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who ruled during the 14th century BC. Standing approximately 18 meters tall, the statues once guarded the entrance to his vast mortuary temple, most of which has disappeared over time.

Flight to Sharm El Sheikh via Cairo

After completing your sightseeing, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor International Airport for your domestic flight to Sharm El Sheikh via Cairo.

Upon arrival at Sharm El Sheikh International Airport, meet our representative and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your resort. Check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Helpful Hint: Keep your passport, flight tickets, and other travel documents easily accessible throughout the day. Confirm your flight connections in advance and allow sufficient time for airport procedures.

After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure at your resort in Sharm El Sheikh, one of Egypt’s most popular Red Sea destinations, renowned for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and spectacular marine life.

Spend the day relaxing by the beach or pool, soaking up the sunshine, and enjoying the facilities of your all-inclusive resort. If you prefer adventure, take the opportunity to join an optional snorkeling or diving excursion and discover the vibrant underwater world of the Red Sea, home to colorful coral reefs and a rich variety of marine species.

Alternatively, enjoy a peaceful swim in the sea or simply unwind while admiring the stunning coastal scenery.

Return to your resort and enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace, with meals and refreshments included according to your all-inclusive package.

Helpful Hint: Use reef-safe sunscreen where available, avoid touching or standing on coral, and follow local snorkeling and diving guidelines to help protect the Red Sea’s delicate marine ecosystem.

After breakfast at your resort, check out and meet our representative for your transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet our representative and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel. Check in and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Relax at your hotel after your journey, or take the opportunity to explore nearby shopping areas and browse for souvenirs, traditional handicrafts, and Egyptian gifts.
Helpful Hint: If you plan to shop before your international departure, leave some extra space in your luggage for souvenirs and check your airline’s baggage allowance before packing.

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and meet our representative for your transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
As your unforgettable Egyptian adventure comes to an end, take with you wonderful memories of the ancient pyramids, magnificent temples, scenic Nile cruise, and beautiful Red Sea coastline. We hope to welcome you back to Egypt for another extraordinary journey.
Helpful Hint: Arrive at the airport at least three hours before your international flight. Keep your passport, flight tickets, and other essential travel documents easily accessible throughout your journey.