Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival into Cairo airport you will be met by our local reps and transferred to your hotel for the start of the tour.

(No meals included)

Day 2 – Cairo. Pyramids Tour & Saqqara

Our tour of Egypt begins this morning with a trip to Giza to view the Sphinx and the world famous Pyramids where we enjoy a fully guided tour of the sites before giving you the chance to explore on your own. This afternoon we make the short drive to the huge ancient necropolis found at Saqqara. Built in the third dynasty and designed by renowned architect Imhotep, Saqqara is famous for its dramatic stepped Pyramid – the oldest pyramid in Egypt. Finally we head back to Cairo and conclude the evening with the dramatic Sound & Light show at the Pyramids.

 (Breakfast included)

Day 3 – Cairo. Museum & City tour

After breakfast our city tour of Cairo begins with a visit to the incredible Egyptian Museum – home to countless ancient artifacts including the Tutankhamun exhibition. We then continue our tour of Cairo with a trip to the Citadel and the Mohamed Ali mosque which overlook the city.  The maze like streets and the bustling bazaars of Khan-el-Khalili market are next before we end the day exploring the fascinating churches of Coptic Cairo – both the hanging church of St. Mary’s (one of Egypt’s oldest churches) and St. Sergio which is believed to have been visited by the Holy Family of Joseph, Mary and Jesus.

(Breakfast included)

Day 4 – Cairo. Flight to Luxor. East Bank tours

This morning starts with a leisurely breakfast before we transfer to the airport for the short flight south to Luxor. Upon arrival in ancient Thebes we transfer you to your luxury cruise boat allowing you time to settle in before visiting the East bank of Luxor and the impressive Temples of Luxor and Karnak.

(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 5 – Luxor. West Bank tours. Cruise to Esna

We have an early start this morning to avoid the crowds and make the most of cooler temperatures for our tour of the West Bank sites. Beginning at the Colossi of Memnon we then visit the fabled Valley of the Kings burial site and the mortuary temple of Ramses III (Medinet Habu) before ending the excursion at the historic temple of Queen Hatshepsut. In the afternoon we set sail for Esna before enjoying the Captain’s welcome cocktails on board this evening.

(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 6 – Cruise to Kom Ombo

A relaxing day on board today as we continue our cruise along the Nile, making stops to enjoy tours of the intricate temples found at Kom Ombo and Edfu. The temple at Kom Ombo is dedicated to two gods – Harveris the Sun God and Sobek the Crocodile God, don’t miss the mummified crocodiles! We end the day with a horse and carriage ride to Edfu temple which is widely regarded as one of the best preserved in the whole of Egypt.

(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 7 – Arrive into Aswan. Philae Temple and High Dam tour

After arriving into Aswan overnight we begin our tour of the Nubian region by visiting the impressive Aswan High Dam on the way to the stunningly beautiful Philae Temple.  Surrounded by water many believe this to be the most picturesque temple in the whole of Egypt. We also visit the unfinished Obelisk before enjoying a traditional felucca boat ride on the Nile. The rest of the day is free to explore the colourful souks of Aswan.

(Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 8 – Aswan. Flight to Abu Simbel & tour. Evening Sound & Light show

We disembark our cruise boat this morning and transfer to Aswan airport for the short flight to Abu Simbel. Upon arrival at the famous Sun Temples of Ramses II we enjoy a fully guided tour of the site and find out exactly how these beautiful temples were reclaimed from the Nile when the Dam was built. This evening we take in what is perhaps the most impressive Sound & Light show in Egypt here in Abu Simbel.

(Breakfast and dinner included)

Day 9 – Abu Simbel. Flight to Cairo

You have the opportunity to visit Abu Simbel again this morning should you choose before we transfer back to the airport for the return flight to Cairo. Overnight in Cairo.

(Breakfast included)

Day 10 – Cairo. Departure transfer to the airport

Free day to explore Cairo. Optional tours available. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

(Breakfast included)