Day 1: Departure from your  to Cairo

Today you will fly to Cairo, Egypt.

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be welcomed by our representative and transfer to your hotel.

Location: – Cairo        Hotel: Fairmont Nile City       Room: Fairmont Room Double

Day 2: Cairo – Pyramids

After breakfast, your tour of Egypt begins at the oldest structures in existence and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the amazing Great Pyramids of Giza. You’ll visit the nearby Great Sphinx, with the body of a lion and the head , of a king, often referred to as the national symbol of Egypt.

Afterwards you will visit the Memphis.  The most important of Cairo’s predecessors was the city of Memphis, founded by Narmer (also known as Menes), traditionally regarded as the first king of the 1st Dynasty, and said to have been the first to unite both Upper and Lower Egypt.  The city was built on land reclaimed from the Nile in about 3100 BC and lies 24km (15 miles) by south of Cairo on the western side of the Nile. The ruins of Memphis surround Mit Rahinah village, which derives its name from a temple of Mithras built here under the Romans, long after the days of the city’s greatest glory when the cult of Ptah was worshipped here at a temple adorned by huge statues. But even when power was transferred to Thebes, Memphis remained an important city.

Saqqara (also spelled Sakkara) was the royal necropolis of Ancient Egypt’s Old Kingdom capital, Memphis. The remains of the necropolis today include the Step Pyramid of Djoser (aka Zoser), smaller pyramids, tombs and other Ancient Egyptian monuments. Outside of the necropolis that’s sectioned off for sightseeing, Saqqara is still an active archaeological dig site, with almost yearly discoveries.

Location: – Cairo        Hotel: Fairmont Nile City       Room: Fairmont Room Twin

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast

Day 3: Cairo: Saqqara & Imhotep Museum

After breakfast, you will take a tour to Saqqara from Cairo. Saqqara is a fascinating journey into ancient Egypt’s early history, offering a glimpse into the architectural and cultural achievements that laid the foundation for the more famous pyramids at Giza. Following your visit to Saqqara, you will then visit the Imhotep Museum, located near the Saqqara necropolis, is a significant addition to the site, offering a comprehensive overview of the history, archaeology, and architecture of Saqqara. Named after Imhotep, the architect of the Step Pyramid of Djoser and one of the earliest known engineers, physicians, and architects in history, the museum provides valuable context and insight into the ancient Egyptian civilization.

Location: – Cairo        Hotel: Fairmont Nile City       Room: Fairmont Room – Double

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast

Day 4: Cairo- Luxor

Today you will take an early morning flight from Cairo to Luxor (1h10min). Rest of day at leisure.

Location: – Luxor       Hotel: Sonesta St. George Hotel     Room:  Deluxe Double Room      

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast

Day 5: Luxor – Nile River Cruise

After breakfast, your representative will transfer you to your Nile Cruise by a private A/C van. Embarkation before 12:00 PM.

In the afternoon, you will discover the East bank of Luxor including Karnak Temples Complex, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of the mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, since it was considered the house of god on the earth, the earlier structure date back to the middle kingdom, but there are some references which refer to the earlier buildings as old as the 3rd dynasty. Later on, you will proceed to visit Temple of Luxor, which was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well know king Ramses II. This temple was located in the heart of ancient Thebes and, like Karnak, was dedicated to the main/chief god Amun Re. After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred back to your ship for rest and refresh. At night, Egyptian folkloric show will be operated by the staff. Dinner will be served and overnight in Luxor.

Cruise: MS Esplanade Nile Cruise          Room: Twin

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Day 6: Nile River Cruise

Breakfast on the Nile cruise. After that you will start your magical tour in Thebes, the sacred land by exploring the west bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings, which considers as the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried. After that, you will proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered as one of the most wonderful examples of the Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was totally carved inside the mountain. At the end of the tour you will visit Colossi of Memnon, which is belonging to king Amenhotep III. After that you will return to your ship to have your lunch. Afternoon, free at leisure. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Cruise: MS Esplanade Nile Cruise            Room: Twin    

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Day 7: Nile River Cruise

Breakfast on board your Nile cruise. Then your tour guide will take you in a mysterious journey to land of secrets. This guided tour of today begins by visiting one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. After that, you will revert back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board during sailing to the city of Kom Ombo.

Afternoon, you will proceed to explore Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch.

Enjoy the sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. On its banks the ancient Egyptian civilization has been created and flourished.

Dinner meal will be served on board during sailing to the city of Aswan. Late evening arrive to Aswan and overnight.

Cruise: MS Esplanade Nile Cruise            Room: Twin    

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Day 8: Nile River Cruise

Breakfast will be served on board your ship. Later on, you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to discover the great city of Aswan, including The High Dam, which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile River by a motor boat till reach Agilika Island, where you will visit Temple of Philae, which was erected during the Gaeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis (mother of god Horus). Finally you will be escorted to visit one of the marvellous sightseeing in Aswan, The Unfinished Obelisk, which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra.

After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board. Afternoon tea will be served on board. At night free at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

Cruise: MS Esplanade Nile Cruise            Room: Twin  

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Day 9: Aswan

You will disembark your Nile River Cruise and be met by your representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Aswan. Rest of day at leisure to relax in Aswan.

Location: – Aswan           Hotel: Mövenpick Aswan        Room: Superior Nile View    

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast

Day 10: Aswan: Abu Simbel Day Tour

Tour starts: 4:15am // Tour ends: 13:45pm

You will start your day early for your day tour to Abu Simbel. A tour to Abu Simbel offers an unforgettable glimpse into ancient Egyptian history and the grandeur of Ramses II’s monumental architecture. The site is renowned for its two massive rock-cut temples, originally built by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BCE.

You will then be transferred back to your hotel and have the evening at leisure to relax.

Location: – Aswan           Hotel: Mövenpick Aswan       Room: Superior Nile View   

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast

Day 11: Aswan – Cairo: Departure

You will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight from Cairo to London.

You will then take your flight home from Cairo back to your destination in the afternoon.

• Board Includes:
• Breakfast