Day 01: Arrival in Cairo – Private Airport Transfer
Touchdown at Cairo International Airport. Our dedicated airport representative will warmly greet you inside the arrival terminal, seamlessly assist you through customs and entry visa formalities, and escort you via a private, air-conditioned vehicle directly to your luxury hotel. Enjoy a smooth check-in and spend the evening relaxing.
• Overnight: Cairo
Day 02: Giza Pyramids Plateau, The Great Sphinx & The Egyptian Museum
Savor breakfast before diving deep into antiquity. Tour the world-renowned Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, housing the world's most precious collection of pharaonic art spanning 5,000 years, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamun. In the afternoon, marvel at the monumental Great Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus) and stand close to the iconic Great Sphinx.
• Optional: An evening excursion to witness the magnificent Pyramids Sound & Light Show.
• Overnight: Cairo
Day 03: Domestic Flight to Luxor – East Bank Temples & Cruise Embarkation
Following an early breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, step back in time on the East Bank of the Nile. Tour the massive Karnak Temple Complex—the largest religious site ever constructed—and explore the beautifully preserved pillars and granite statues of the pharaohs at Luxor Temple. Afterward, check into your luxury 5-star Nile Cruise vessel before lunch.
• Optional: An evening trip to enjoy the Karnak Temple Sound & Light Show.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: Moored in Luxor
Day 04: Valley of the Kings, West Bank Antiquities & Sail to Edfu
• Optional: An unforgettable sunrise Hot Air Balloon ride floating peacefully over the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, and the Mountain of the Nobles.
Enjoy breakfast on board before crossing to the West Bank to explore the subterranean, brilliantly painted royal tombs within the legendary Valley of the Kings. Continue to the striking terraced architecture of the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, and make a dedicated photo stop in front of the giant Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship and enjoy afternoon tea as the cruise sails smoothly toward Edfu.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: Moored on Cruise board
Day 05: Horus Temple at Edfu, Kom Ombo Twin Temple & Cruise to Aswan
Awaken to breakfast on deck. Travel to the beautifully preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, the most intact pharaonic cult temple in Egypt. Return to the ship for lunch while sailing along the river to Kom Ombo. Step ashore to explore the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, an architectural masterpiece featuring a perfectly symmetrical double layout dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god. Enjoy afternoon tea as the ship continues cruising toward Aswan.
• Optional: An evening trip to attend the Philae Temple Sound & Light Show.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: Moored in Aswan
Day 06: Aswan Day Tour – Engineering High Dam & Philae Island Temple
Savor a relaxed breakfast on board. Discover Aswan's crowning highlights starting with the engineering marvel of the Aswan High Dam, offering sweeping views across Lake Nasser. Proceed to the ancient Granite Quarries to view the Unfinished Obelisk, then take a scenic boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and rescued from rising river waters.
• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: Moored in Aswan
Day 07: Optional Abu Simbel Outing – Return Flight to Cairo
Enjoy breakfast on board followed by cruise disembarkation. Spend a free morning at your leisure or select our premium history excursion.
• Optional Excursion: Travel south to the magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel. Carved directly into a sandstone cliff by Ramses II, these massive monuments feature towering statues of the pharaoh and the adjacent temple dedicated to his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari.
In the afternoon, transfer to Aswan Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Meet your driver at the airport and transfer comfortably to your hotel.
• Meals Included: Breakfast
• Overnight: Cairo
Day 08: Alexandria Historical Day Tour – Mediterranean Coast Getaway
Following breakfast, travel in comfort via a private air-conditioned vehicle to the historic Mediterranean city of Alexandria. Explore the spectacular Library of Alexandria, the grandest library in the world. Visit the historic Citadel of Qaitbey, built on the original site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria. Wander the royal gardens of King Farouk at the Montaza Palace, view the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, and stand before the historic Church of St. Mark. Walk the vibrant sea-facing Cornish and cross the modern Stanley Bridge landmark before checking into your coastal hotel.
• Overnight: Alexandria
Day 09: Islamic Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque & Old Cairo Heritage
Savor breakfast before traveling back to Cairo via your private vehicle. Discover the historic Salah El Din Citadel, constructed on the Moqattam hills in 1183 AD to defend the capital from Crusader armies. Tour the majestic Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, designed with soaring Ottoman minarets. Continue deep into the historic heart of Old Cairo to walk among the sacred walls of the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga.
• Meals Included: Breakfast
• Overnight: Cairo
Day 10: Bahariya Oasis Exploration & The Golden Mummies
Set off early at 6:00 AM in a rugged vehicle, traveling 350 km into the raw beauty of the Western Desert to the Bahariya Oasis. Enjoy a local oasis lunch before exploring the fascinating Valley of the Golden Mummies, a massive ancient burial site, and the historic Tomb of Bannantiu. In the afternoon, climb the Black Mountains to see the English House ruin, take in the high sand dunes, and view the peaceful Salt Lake before settling into your oasis accommodation.
• Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
• Overnight: Bahariya Oasis
Day 11: White Desert National Park Safari – Return to Cairo
Wake up to a beautiful desert morning. Board your safari vehicle to drive deep into the surreal landscapes of the White Desert National Park. Marvel at the volcanic landscapes of the Black Desert, see the quartz crystal formations at Crystal Mountain, and witness the towering rock formations in the Valley of Agabat. After a panoramic tour of the chalk-white wind-carved rock structures, make the comfortable journey back to Cairo for your final night.
• Meals Included: Breakfast
• Overnight: Cairo
Day 12: Final International Airport Departure
Enjoy a final hotel breakfast before your private, air-conditioned vehicle transfers you seamlessly back to Cairo International Airport. Our representative will fully guide you through check-in and border control formalities for your flight home.
• Meals Included: Breakfast