Tour Overview
Discover the highlights of ancient Egypt on this perfectly paced 7-day journey, beginning in Cairo and ending in Luxor. This tour combines Egypt’s most iconic landmarks with a scenic Nile Cruise, offering an unforgettable blend of history, culture, and relaxation all guided by expert Egyptologists and delivered with exceptional value.
Your adventure begins in Cairo, where you will be met and assisted upon arrival and transferred to your hotel. Explore the legendary Great Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx, symbols of Egypt’s glorious past. Continue your discovery at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), home to an extraordinary collection of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun, displayed in a modern, world-class setting.
In the evening, experience a uniquely Egyptian journey as you board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan, traveling comfortably through the heart of the Nile Valley.
Upon arrival in Aswan, embark on your 3-night Nile Cruise, where your floating hotel becomes the perfect base for exploration. Discover Aswan’s highlights, including the impressive High Dam and the enchanting Philae Temple, beautifully set on an island and dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Sailing north, visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus, followed by the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the finest surviving temples in Egypt. Between visits, relax on the deck and enjoy the ever-changing scenery of life along the Nile.
Arriving in Luxor, explore the treasures of the ancient Theban necropolis on the West Bank. Walk through the legendary Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated tombs. Visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture, and stop at the towering Colossi of Memnon, guardians of a long-lost temple.
Your journey concludes in Luxor, called the world’s greatest open-air museum, leaving you with lasting memories of Egypt’s timeless wonders.
Throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by a professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide, ensuring deep insight, engaging storytelling, and a seamless travel experience from start to finish.
Tour Highlights
- Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx.
- Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) and King Tutankhamun’s treasures.
- Travel overnight on a sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan.
- Enjoy a 3-night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
- Visit the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel of modern Egypt.
- Explore the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
- Discover the twin-God Kom Ombo Temple.
- Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples.
- Explore the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of the pharaohs.
- Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture.
- Admire the towering Colossi of Memnon.
- Optional experiences: felucca ride on the Nile, shopping in Aswan, or exploring Luxor.
- Travel comfortably with private transfers and air-conditioned vehicles.
- Guided by professional English-speaking Egyptologist guides, sharing history and stories.
