Cairo and Nile Cruise 7 Days

Day 1: Arrival Cairo

1. New Cairo City
   Pass by
   Welcome to the mystical lands of Egypt, where the Pharaohs ruled for thousands of years. Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, your tour manager will meet and assist you and ease the process by helping you to get the entry visa. You will then be escorted through the bustling streets of Cairo in an exclusive air-conditioned vehicle. Once you reach your chosen hotel according to your accommodation

Day 2: Pyramids of Giza , GEM and Khan el Khalili

1. The Pyramids Of Giza
   3h · Admission ticket included
   After enjoying a delicious wholesome breakfast at your hotel, your personal guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to start your journey by marveling at one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramids of Giza. Walk or take a camel over to the iconic Sphinx and Valley Temple.
2. Grand Egyptian Museum
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Proceed to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world. Discover an exceptional collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including statues, treasures, and royal monuments displayed with modern technology and interactive presentations, offering a deep insight into Egypt’s rich history and civilization.

Day 3: Fly to Aswan (Start Cruise )

1. Aswan
   5h
   Breakfast, then transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Visit the Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. Transfer to your Nile cruise, check-in, lunch on board, dinner, and overnight on the cruise in Aswan.

Day 4: Abu Simbel and Kom Ombo

1. Abu Simbel Temple
   6h · Admission ticket included
   Early morning, enjoy an excursion to Abu Simbel, one of the most impressive monuments of ancient Egypt. Built by Pharaoh Ramses II, the site features two massive rock-cut temples carved into a mountainside overlooking Lake Nasser. Admire the four colossal statues of Ramses II guarding the Great Temple and learn about the remarkable engineering achievement that relocated the temples to save them from flooding after the construction of the High Dam. Inside, explore the beautifully preserved reliefs depicting royal victories and religious rituals.
2. Kom Ombo
   3h
   Later, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dramatically located on a bend of the Nile. This rare double temple is dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, the falcon-headed god. Walk through its symmetrical halls, columns, and sanctuaries, and discover fascinating carvings related to ancient medical tools and calendars. Visit the Crocodile Museum, which houses a collection of mummified crocodiles found at the site.

Day 5: Edfu – Sail to Luxor

1. Edfu
   4h
   After breakfast on board, visit the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god, this magnificent Ptolemaic temple is renowned for its massive pylons, detailed reliefs, and grand hypostyle halls. Learn about the ancient rituals and myths of Horus and Seth as you explore this impressive site, usually reached by horse-drawn carriage, adding a touch of local charm to the experience.
   Return to the Nile cruise and continue sailing toward Luxor, enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Nile Valley along the way. Relax on the sundeck, watch daily life along the riverbanks, and pass through the Esna Lock, a unique experience during your cruise.
   Lunch and dinner are served on board, followed by overnight on the cruise in Luxor.

Day 6: Luxor West and East Bank Fly Back to Cairo

1. Valley of the Kings
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Start on the West Bank of Luxor, visiting the Valley of the Kings, burial place of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore the royal tombs carved deep into the mountains, adorned with vivid hieroglyphs and scenes from the ancient Book of the Dead
2. Temple of Hatshepsut
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the limestone cliffs of Deir El Bahari, and admire its elegant terraces and reliefs. On the way, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
3. Karnak Open Air Museum
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Then proceed to the East Bank of Luxor, home to some of Egypt’s most iconic temples. Visit the vast Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated primarily to the god Amun-Ra, featuring the impressive Great Hypostyle Hall with its towering columns
4. Luxor Temple
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Continue to the Luxor Temple, beautifully located along the Nile and connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes.

Day 7: Final Depature

1. Pass by
   Enjoy a deliciously prepared breakfast at your hotel and then head out and roam the streets of the beautiful capital, Cairo. Spend some free time at your leisure; take a walk, chat up with some locals, or have some Egyptian tea at a local cafe. As your flight nears, you will be transferred through the buzzing streets of Cairo to Cairo International Airport for your final departure back to your homeland.

Pickup details

The representative will be waiting for guests at the arrival hall holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name. For hotel pickups, the driver will be waiting at the hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness