Day 01: Arrival in Cairo - Welcome to Egypt
Touch down at Cairo International Airport. Your private tour manager will meet you inside the terminal to assist with customs and your entry visa. Transfer via a private, air-conditioned luxury vehicle to your upscale hotel in Cairo for a relaxing overnight stay.
Day 02: Ancient Capitals: Memphis, Sakkara & Giza Pyramids
Begin with a private tour of Memphis, the historic first capital of Old Egypt. Next, discover the architectural marvel of the Step Pyramid of Sakkara. After an optional lunch at a premier local restaurant, stand before the breathtaking Great Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus), the Great Sphinx, and the mysterious Valley Temple.
Day 03: Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Coptic Cairo
Dive deep into antiquity at the world-famous Egyptian Museum to admire the treasures of Tutankhamun. Explore the grand Salah El Din Citadel and the majestic Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque. After a local lunch, wander the vibrant alleys of the historical Khan El Khalili Bazaar before visiting Coptic Cairo, home to the iconic Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Day 04: Flight to Luxor - Embark on the Oberoi Zahra
Board your domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor. Upon arrival, step aboard the ultra-luxury Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise. Following a gourmet lunch on board, embark on a private afternoon excursion to the colossal Karnak Temple complex and the highly curated Luxor Museum.
Day 05: Valley of the Kings & Qena's Dendera Temple
Cross over to the West Bank of Luxor to witness the spectacular Valley of the Kings, where King Tutankhamun's tomb was famously discovered. See the impressive Temple of Medinet Habu and the towering Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship and enjoy a scenic noon sail to Qena to explore the stunning Temple of Dendera, dedicated to the goddess Hathor.
Day 06: Hatshepsut Temple & West Bank Treasures
Sail back to Luxor while enjoying a majestic river sunrise. Visit the fascinating Valley of the Nobles and Deir El Medina (the ancient artisans' village). Stand before the multi-tiered Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and conclude your daylight tours at the gorgeous Luxor Temple.
Day 07: Horus Temple in Edfu
Unwind on deck as the cruiser glides down the Nile toward Edfu. Step off to explore the remarkably intact Ptolemaic Temple of Horus at Edfu, widely recognized as one of the best-preserved ancient temples in all of Egypt.
Day 08: Sailing to Aswan - The High Dam & Philae Temple
Arrive in Aswan, the jewel of the Nile. Today's privately guided tours highlight the incredible Aswan High Dam (completed in 1971) and the majestic island-bound Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Day 09: The Unique Twin Temple of Kom Ombo
Savor breakfast on board while sailing to Kom Ombo. Tour the unusual dual Temple of Sobek and Horus, unique for its symmetrical layout dedicated to both the Crocodile God and the Falcon God. Sail back to Aswan for an evening of luxury onboard dining.
Day 10: Aswan Leisure Day or Optional Abu Simbel Excursion
Enjoy a free day to relax in Aswan, or opt for a highly recommended excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel temples, masterfully carved out of solid rock by Pharaoh Ramesses II.
Day 11: Departure Flight via Cairo
Savor your final breakfast onboard. Disembark the Oberoi Zahra and transfer directly to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo, where you will connect smoothly with your flight home.
