Cairo & Nile Cruise Journey

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where a representative greets you before passport control and assists with visas, customs, and luggage. Transfer by private vehicle to your hotel. Spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring nearby. In the evening, opt for the Sound & Light Show at the Giza Pyramids, where the Sphinx narrates Egypt’s history with dazzling visuals projected on the pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus. Overnight stay in Cairo.

After an early breakfast, fly to Aswan. Transfer to your Nile cruise ship for embarkation. In the afternoon, visit the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel, then explore the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to goddess Isis. End the day with a felucca sailing experience around Aswan’s islands, passing the Aga Khan Mausoleum and the Botanical Garden on Kitchener’s Island. Dinner and overnight stay aboard your Nile Cruise.

After breakfast, sail north to Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to two gods: Sobek (crocodile) and Haroeris (falcon). Continue to Edfu, where the impressive Temple of Horus awaits—one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Learn about ancient rituals and admire the massive pylons. The cruise then sails through the Esna Lock toward Luxor, arriving by evening. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.

Early departure to Luxor’s West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings, where richly painted tombs reveal stories of pharaohs’ afterlife journeys. Continue to Medinet Habu Temple, built by Ramses III, and stop at the towering Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, cross to the East Bank to visit Karnak Temple, with its colossal Hypostyle Hall, and the elegant Luxor Temple, glowing beautifully in late afternoon light. Return to cruise for dinner and overnight in Luxor.

Disembark after breakfast and fly back to Cairo. Upon arrival, visit the Egyptian Museum, featuring 120,000 artifacts including Tutankhamun’s golden mask and the Royal Mummy Hall. Continue to Old Cairo, with the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. End the afternoon at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo’s vibrant marketplace. Dinner is free choice or optional add-ons. Overnight in Cairo.

Begin with the iconic Pyramids of Giza—Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus—followed by the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Capture timeless photographs at the plateau. After lunch, head to Sakkara, home of the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s first large stone structure, and the Tomb of Ptahhotep, known for vivid reliefs. Return to Cairo by mid-afternoon. Optional evening Nile dinner cruise with live entertainment. Overnight in Cairo.

After breakfast, check out by noon and transfer to Cairo Airport for your international departure. Depending on your flight, enjoy a last stroll, café stop, or quick souvenir shopping at a papyrus institute. Our representative ensures smooth departure assistance. End your unforgettable Cairo & Nile Cruise journey with lifelong memories of Egypt’s treasures.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward flight, carrying with you cherished memories of your Istanbul and Athens journey.