Itinerary at a Glance
Days 1–3 Cairo tour
Your adventure begins in Cairo with some of Egypt’s most iconic sights, Three days in Cairo — pyramids, museums, and a city that never stops buzzing.
Pyramids & Saqqara
Explore the step pyramid at Sakkara, then stand before the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx.
GEM and NMEC
Step into the brand-new Grand Egyptian Museum to see Tutankhamun’s treasures, and the National Museum of Civilization to meet the royal mummies face to face.
The City
Wander through Old Cairo’s historic churches, Mosques, glide along the Nile in a felucca, and experience Cairo by night with street food and city walks.
Days 4–8 Luxor & Aswan Tour
Five days on the Nile, with ancient temples, quiet sunsets, and Nubian colors.
Nile cruise
From Cairo, fly south to Luxor and step aboard your Nile cruise — your floating home for the next few days.
Karnak & Luxor
Visit Karnak’s towering halls, see Luxor Temple illuminated under the night sky.
Hatshepsut, Edfu & Kom Ombo
Walk through the majestic temple of Hatshepsut, sail onward to Edfu and Kom Ombo.
Philae Temple
Visit Philae Temple, beautifully set on an island in Aswan
Nubian Aswan
Explore the High Dam and visit a Nubian village known for its color, culture, and hospitality.
Felucca Sailing
Drift along the Nile in Aswan by felucca, surrounded by granite islands, palm trees, and open sky.
Comfort & Cuisine
In Cairo, rest in carefully selected 5★ hotels such as the Kempinski, Nile Ritz, Fairmont, or Marriott in Zamalek. Breakfasts are leisurely, lunches take you to authentic local restaurants, and evenings are full of flavor — from street koshary to something truly special: forget tourist buffets — you’re cooking with an Egyptian family tonight. On the cruise (options include Sonesta St. George, Star Goddess, or Moon Goddess), enjoy full-board dining as the Nile drifts by your window, with elegant meals and plenty of time to relax between excursions..
Shops & Crafts
In Egypt, crafts aren’t just souvenirs — they’re culture in your hands. In Cairo, discover the ancient art of papyrus-making and learn the traditions behind it. In Luxor, step into alabaster workshops to watch artisans carving stone as their ancestors once did. And in Aswan, explore spice markets and Nubian crafts, each piece carrying stories passed down through generations. It’s less about shopping and more about meeting the makers and seeing Egypt’s artistry up close.
Optional Add-Ons
Start the day at dawn with a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor. Watching the Nile, temples, and mountains from above is an unforgettable way to see Egypt’s history unfold beneath you.