Essential Egypt

Upon arrival at the Cairo International Airport, you will be greeted by one of our representatives who will assist you with the immigration and customs formalities. You will then be transferred to the hotel for check-in. In the evening, you may opt for a sound and light show at the Egyptian Pyramids at an additional cost and take a peek into the enchanting history of Egypt. Spend the overnight at the hotel in Cairo.

Enjoy a sumptuous buffet breakfast and check-out of the hotel. On the way, you will visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World - The Great Pyramid of Giza. The Great Pyramids, the Great Sphinx (a legendary creature, half-lion and half-human) and an ancient industrial complex stands tall on the Giza Necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next on the agenda, is the must-visit Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, commonly known as the Egyptian Museum, a treasure trove of Pharaonic antiquities. The museum preserves more than 1,60,000 objects dating back to the Pharaonic era spread over 107 halls. Thereafter, browse through the shops at the Khan el-Khalili souk (market) before heading back to Giza station for your overnight sleeper train to Aswan. Local dinner and overnight in the train at Aswan.

Upon arrival at Aswan station, meet our representative. Head to the cruise terminal and board your Nile cruise. Please note all cruises from Aswan depart only on Wednesday or Friday. After the check-in is complete, head to visit the popular Philae Temple, High Dam (Aswan Dam) and the unfinished Obelisk. Return back to the cruise and set sail on the majestic Nile River. Lunch will be served on board. Enjoy this one-of-a-kind dinner on a cruise experience. Spend the overnight on this lovely Nile cruise.

Today morning, depart for the extraordinary Abu Simbel Temple in a convoy that departs at 04:00 am in the morning. A packed breakfast will be handed over to you. This outstanding archaeological site is a tribute to Ramses II and consists of magnificent monuments such as Temple of Ramses II and Sanctuary of Isis at Philae. After the excursion, return to the cruise liner and continue your cruise on Nile river, the longest river in the world. Today, you will visit the popular Temple of Kom Ombo. Return back to the cruise to enjoy a lovely lunch and set sail for your onward destination. Anchor at Edfu. Step aboard on the cruise and enjoy dinner and overnight on the cruise.

After a delicious breakfast today morning, you will be visiting the magnificent Edfu Temple. The city of Edfu was the most flourishing city in the ancient times. The Temple of Edfu is one of the best-preserved cult temples. You will be able to witness the Birth House, Pylon, Court of Offerings, statues of Horus made of granite and much more in the Temple of Edfu. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Enjoy a scrumptious buffet breakfast on the cruise and check-out. After a delicious breakfast today morning you will be visiting the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon. The Valley of Kings is a valley where tombs were built for the Pharaohs and noblemen of the kingdom. The valley stands on the west bank of river Nile. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board the cruise. Proceed to visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. In the evening, head to the Luxor Station to board an overnight train to Cairo.  A local dinner en route to the station will be included. Enjoy an overnight experience in the comfort of an Egyptian train.

Enjoy your penultimate breakfast on your Egyptian sojourn. Rest of the day will be at leisure. We recommend that you choose an excursion to Alexandria for a glimpse into the history of Egypt. This trip will be at an additional cost. You may also choose to browse through the many local markets taking in the local flavours and catch up with some shopping. Relax in your hotel at Cairo.

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel. Rest of the day will be at leisure depending on your flight connection. Get ready for your final departure to the Cairo International Airport. Leave with unforgettable memories of the Egypt.