Itinerary

1. Day 1- Arrive in Cairo

   • Meet your tour guide after arriving at the Cairo International Airport, where a representative will assist you with arrival procedures and take you to the hotel. At the hotel, the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour.

   Enjoy welcome drinks.

   Overnight in Cairo.

2. Day 2- Visit the Pyramids of Giza and The Egyptian Museum

   • Have breakfast and head to Giza Plateau to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world- The Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) and 3 small pyramids. You will continue to explore the rest of the Giza plateau, including the sight of Khafre’s (kaphren) pyramid - Khufu's son (the second-largest pyramid on the Giza site), the remains of the funeral temple, the pyramid of Mankawra (Mykerinus) and 3 small pyramids.
   • Proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body, which dates from the time of Chephren.
   • Visit the Valley Temple, which belongs to the pyramids of Chephren. This temple served definitely two functions: First, it was used for the purification of the mummy of the king before its burial. Second, it was used for making the Mummification process of the king. After visiting the pyramids, you'll then continue across the plateau for a photo opportunity of the three pyramids rising from the sands, with the Cairo skyline in the background. Have your lunch at a local restaurant.
   • Head to the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, commonly known as the Egyptian Museum, in Cairo, Egypt. It is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities dating back about 5,000 years of art. It is considered the world's largest and most valuable collection of Egyptian art. More than 250,000 original artifacts are presented, with a representative amount on display, the rest are in stores, and the Egyptian Museum is filled with thousands of pharaonic artifacts, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamun. Fascinating objects such as jewels, headdresses, alabaster vases, and toys from ancient Egypt are all on display. Many priceless statues and other artifacts kept in his tomb for more than 3,500 years before their discovery in 1922, when the tomb was excavated, can also be seen in the Egyptian Museum. It is one of the first stops on most people's itineraries when travelling to Egypt. This distinctive museum that houses a vast store of priceless objects from earlier times to the Greco-Roman period is worth seeing. 
   • Transfer to the train station for your overnight sleeper train to Aswan. Dinner on the train.

   (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

3. Day 3- Reach to Aswan

   • Have breakfast on the train. Our representative will meet and assist you then transfer to your hotel in Aswan. 
   • Have a free day in Aswan.

   Overnight in Aswan.
   (Meal: Breakfast)

4. Day 4- Enjoy a Free Day in Aswan

   • Have breakfast at your hotel and enjoy a free day in Aswan.

   (Optional tour to Aswan)
   Overnight in Aswan.
   (Meal: Breakfast)

5. Day 5- Explore the Highlights of Aswan

   • Have breakfast at the hotel. Our representative will transfer you to board your 5-star Egypt Nile cruise before lunch.
   • Start your Aswan tour after lunch, and visit the world-famous High Dam, an engineering miracle constructed between 1960 and 1970. It aimed to increase economic production by further regulating the annual river flooding and providing water storage for agriculture and, later, generating hydroelectricity. The dam had a significant impact on the economy and culture of Egypt.
   • Move to the Unfinished Obelisk. This obelisk is believed to belong to Queen Hatshepsut, one of the rulers of the 18th dynasty and the royal wife of king Tuthmosis II. The Unfinished Obelisk is the largest known ancient obelisk, located in the northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt in Aswan, Egypt. It is unknown which pharaoh created this structure. It is nearly one-third larger than any ancient Egyptian obelisk ever erected. If finished, it would have measured around 42 m and weighed nearly 1,200 tons. 
   • See the beautifully located Philae temple. Sail by felucca (Egyptian sailboat) to the island of Agilkia to visit the temple that was removed from the original island of Philae, which lies submerged most of the year by the waters of Lake Nasser. The main Temple of Isis and its monuments were built between the 26th dynasty and the Roman period. 

   Dinner on board.
   Overnight in Aswan.
   (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

6. Day 6- Sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples

   • Sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the Temple shared by the two Gods Sobek & Haroeris, in Kom Ombo, standing on high grounds overlooking the Nile. The Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo (also known simply as Kom Ombo Temple) dates from about 180 BC during the Ptolemaic era, with additions made in Roman times. The temple at Kom Ombo was also built under Ptolemy VI. Since this bend in the Nile was a favoured spot for crocodiles to bask in the sun and threaten locals, it is natural that the temple would be dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god. But it is unusual in having a double dedication: it also honours Haroeris, a form of the falcon-headed god Horus. The hypostyle halls were added under Ptolemy XIII (51-47 BC); the Roman emperor Trajan (53-117 AD) added the forecourt and outer enclosure walls.  
   • Head to Edfu. Have breakfast served on board, then you will visit the majestic temple dedicated to Horus. The Edfu Temple is the second largest temple after Karnak, known in Greco-Roman times as Apollonopolis Magna. The temple was dedicated to the falcon God Horus and was built during the Ptolemaic period. Sail to Luxor and enjoy the Galabya party on board.

   Overnight in Luxor
   Meals: Afternoon tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7. Day 7- See the Highlights of Luxor

   • Have breakfast on board and cross the West Bank to visit Valley of the Kings. It was created and used from approximately 1539 BC to 1075 BC. It contains some 60 tombs, starting with Thutmose I and ending with Ramses X or XI. The site's official name was- The Great and Majestic Necropolis of the Millions of Years of the Pharaoh, Life, Strength, Health in The West of Thebes, or the Great Field. The most famous tomb is KV62, the Tomb of King Tutankhamun. Howard Carter made the discovery of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Tutankhamun’s tomb was the first royal tomb to be discovered that was still largely intact. Here, you will visit 3 tombs.
   • Continue to explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahar. Queen Hatshepsut was the first great woman in recorded history: the forerunner of such figures as Cleopatra, Catherine the Great and Elizabeth I. The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is the focal point of the Deir el-Bahri complex of mortuary temples and tombs located on the west bank of the Nile, opposite the city of Luxor. Hatshepsut was a female Pharoah. This temple was built on three surfaces taking the form of balconies, devoted primarily to the worship of the god Amun and performing funeral rites for the queen known as El Deir El Bahary.
   • Proceed to the two colossal statues of Amenhotep III. Colossi of Memnon are the two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. For 3,400 years, they have sat in the Theban necropolis across the River Nile from the city of Luxor. The original function of the Colossi was to stand guard at the entrance to Amenhotep’s memorial or mortuary temple. Excursion to the Temples of Thebes.
   • Transfer to the Eastern bank and explore the Karnak Temple, the largest place of worship ever built. In ancient Egypt, the power of the god Amun of Thebes gradually increased during the early New Kingdom. After the short persecution led by Akhenaten, it rose to its apex. In the reign of Ramesses III, more than two-thirds of the property owned by the temples belonged to Amun, evidenced by the stupendous buildings at Karnak. Although badly ruined, no site in Egypt is more impressive than Karnak. It is the largest temple complex ever built by man and represents the combined achievement of many generations of ancient builders. The Temple of Karnak is three main temples, smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples located about three kilometres north of Luxor, Egypt, situated on 100 ha (247 acres) of land. Karnak is the site's modern name. Its ancient name was Ipet-isut, meaning "The Most Select (or Sacred) of Places." Have lunch on board. 
   • Enjoy a free afternoon leisure time.

   Overnight Luxor.
   (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

8. Day 8- Have a Free Day in Luxor

   • Have breakfast on board before disembarkation, and transfer to your hotel in Luxor. 
   • Enjoy a free day in Luxor. (Optional tour in Luxor)

   Overnight in Luxor.
   (Meal: Breakfast)

9. Day 9- Go to Sharm El Sheikh

   • Have breakfast at your hotel and depart to Sharm El Sheikh by A/C private car. 
   • Arrive in Sharm El Sheikh, and check in at your hotel. 
   • Enjoy a free day in Sharm El Sheikh.

   Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.
   (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

10. Day 10- Relax in Sharm El Sheikh

    • Have breakfast at the hotel. 
    • Have a free day in Sharm El Sheikh. (Optional tour)

    Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.
    (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

11. Day 11- Tour in Sharm El Sheikh (optional)

    • Have breakfast at the hotel. 
    • Have a free day in Sharm El Sheikh. (Optional tour)

    Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.
    (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

12. Day 12- Fly to Cairo

    • Have breakfast at the hotel. Our representative will transfer you to Sharm El Sheikh airport and fly to Cairo. 
    • Arrive in  Cairo. Experience meet and assist by our representative, and transfer to your hotel in Cairo.
    • Have a free day in Cairo.

    Overnight in Cairo.
    (Meal: Breakfast)

13. Day 13- Proceed to Alexandria

    • Have breakfast and travel to Alexandria. 
    • Visit the Montazah Palace and Gardens (Salamlek palace, Haramlek palace, a garden of 317 acres of huge trees and flowers, with two 5* hotels-Helnan and Salamlek). 
    • Head to see Pompey's Pillar. It was constructed in honour of Emperor Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the Temple of the Serapis, it was once a magnificent structure rivalling the Soma and the Caesarean. 
    • See the Catacombs, the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Have lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria.
    • Drive along the cornish to see the whole city passing over the bridge of Stanly landmark of modern Alexandria, and then we proceed to see the Qaitibay Citadel, which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria.
    • Proceed to the NEW library of Alexandria (The Bibliotheca Alexandrina), the biggest library in the world now with 8 million books and also see the Site of the lighthouse, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
    • Drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

    Overnight in Cairo
    (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch)

14. Day 14- Departure

    • Have breakfast, and the representative will transfer you to the airport.

    (Meals: breakfast included)