17 Day Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where your private representative will meet and assist you with your arrival.

Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure and recover from your international journey.

Overnight: Cairo/Giza.

Begin your Egyptian adventure with the legendary Giza Pyramids.

Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure and the surrounding archaeological complex.

Continue to the magnificent Great Sphinx, one of the most recognizable monuments in the world.

Your licensed Egyptologist will explain the history of the pyramids, ancient Egyptian burial traditions and the mysteries surrounding the Sphinx.

Optional experiences such as camel riding, pyramid interior visits or professional photography can be added according to availability and current regulations.

Overnight: Cairo/Giza.

Travel outside Cairo to explore the development of Egyptian pyramid architecture.

At Saqqara, discover the Step Pyramid of Djoser and its surrounding complex.

Continue to ancient Memphis, one of Egypt's most important early capitals.

Then visit Dahshur, home to the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid.

This archaeological day provides a fascinating opportunity to understand how Egyptian architects developed the techniques that eventually produced the Great Pyramid of Giza.

Overnight: Cairo/Giza.

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum and explore its remarkable collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts according to the museum's current access arrangements.

Continue into historic Cairo and discover the city's rich cultural heritage.

Visit the famous Khan El Khalili area, where you can browse traditional crafts, souvenirs and local products.

Your itinerary can also include selected historic landmarks according to opening hours and your interests.

Overnight: Cairo/Giza.

Travel north to Alexandria, Egypt's Mediterranean city.

Discover the city's fascinating Greek, Roman and later history.

Depending on the confirmed program and current access arrangements, visit attractions such as the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina area.

Enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere before returning to Cairo.

Overnight: Cairo/Giza.

Transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor according to the confirmed schedule.

Upon arrival, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel or Nile cruise.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy free time or an optional Luxor activity.

Prepare for the main highlight of the journey: your Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan.

Overnight: Luxor/Nile cruise.

Explore the West Bank of Luxor, beginning with the famous Valley of the Kings.

Enter selected royal tombs and admire their colorful wall paintings, hieroglyphic inscriptions and religious scenes.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that have stood on Luxor's West Bank for thousands of years.

Return to your cruise and prepare for the next stage of your Nile journey.

Overnight: Nile cruise.

Visit the spectacular Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest ancient religious complexes ever constructed.

Walk among monumental pylons, obelisks, statues and the enormous columns of the Great Hypostyle Hall.

Continue to Luxor Temple and learn about the religious traditions and royal ceremonies of ancient Thebes.

Return to the Nile cruise and begin sailing south.

Relax on deck and enjoy the changing scenery of the Nile Valley.

Overnight: Nile cruise.

Enjoy a relaxing morning aboard the cruise.

Watch traditional villages, agricultural fields and desert landscapes pass along the river.

Later, visit Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples of ancient Egypt.

Dedicated primarily to the falcon-headed god Horus, the temple features monumental gateways, courtyards, columns and detailed reliefs.

Explore the temple with your Egyptologist before returning to the cruise.

Overnight: Nile cruise.

Continue your Nile journey toward Kom Ombo.

Visit the unusual double temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus.

Learn about the temple's religious significance and its connection with the Nile.

Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Aswan.

Enjoy the final hours of your Nile journey while taking in the scenery of southern Egypt.

Overnight: Nile cruise/Aswan.

Explore the beautiful city of Aswan.

Take a boat to Philae Temple, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis.

Discover the temple's magnificent reliefs and learn about its remarkable relocation as part of an international archaeological preservation project.

Depending on the confirmed schedule, additional Aswan experiences such as a traditional felucca sailing trip can be arranged.

Overnight: Aswan.

Travel to Abu Simbel to see the monumental temples commissioned by Pharaoh Ramesses II.

Admire the enormous statues carved into the rock and explore the temples' decorated interiors.

Your Egyptologist will explain the religious and historical significance of the complex and its extraordinary relocation during the international Nubian rescue campaign.

Return to Aswan after the visit.

Overnight: Aswan.

Continue your journey toward the Red Sea.

Transportation can be arranged according to the confirmed itinerary, including domestic flight and/or private road transfer where appropriate.

Arrive at your Red Sea resort and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Relax by the pool or beach after your Nile Valley adventure.

Overnight: Red Sea resort.

Enjoy a free day beside the Red Sea.

Relax on the beach or choose optional activities such as:

• Snorkeling
• Scuba diving
• Boat trips
• Water sports
• Dolphin experiences
• Desert excursions
• Quad biking
• Spa treatments

The day is intentionally flexible so you can relax after several days of archaeological sightseeing.

Overnight: Red Sea resort.

Continue enjoying your Red Sea destination.

Choose another optional marine adventure or simply enjoy the resort.

For travelers interested in underwater experiences, the Red Sea is famous for its coral reefs and marine life.

Your day can be completely customized around relaxation or adventure.

Overnight: Red Sea resort.

Travel back toward Cairo according to your confirmed transportation arrangements.

Depending on the final itinerary, this may be by domestic flight or private road transfer.

Upon arrival in Cairo, enjoy free time for shopping, relaxation or an optional evening activity.

Overnight: Cairo/Giza.

Enjoy your final breakfast in Egypt.

At the appropriate time, your private driver will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

Your 17-day Egyptian adventure comes to an end with unforgettable memories of the pyramids, temples, Nile River, royal tombs, Abu Simbel and the Red Sea.