Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Cairo
You'll land at Cairo airport and connect with your tour representative who gets you through customs. An air-conditioned bus takes you to the hotel for check-in. After that, the day is open for you to rest up, wander around the city, or hit up some museums if you're feeling energized from the flight.
- Start point
- Cairo International Airport (CAI), Airport Rd, Al Shorouk, Cairo 11, Egypt (Arrival Gate )
Optional Activities
- Shopping
- Visit museums
- Day 2
Cairo
Starting after breakfast, you head out to see the three main pyramids at Giza: the Great Pyramid of Keops, Pyramid of Chephren, and Pyramid of Mycerinus. The Sphinx is right there to check out too. From there you'll stop by the Papyrus Institute and Museum for some shopping, then visit a perfume factory and jewelry shop. Later, spend two hours at the Egyptian Museum with an English-speaking guide who walks you through the history, including King Tut's golden mask.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to the Great Pyramid of Keops
- Visit to the Pyramid of Chephren
- Visit to the Pyramid of Mycerinus
- Visit to the Sphinx
- Visit to the Papyrus Institute
- Visit to the Papyrus Museum
- Visit to perfume factory
- Visit to jewelry shop
- Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum (2 hours with English-speaking guide)
Landmarks Great Pyramid of Keops Pyramid of Chephren Pyramid of Mycerinus Great Sphinx of Giza Egyptian Museum 
- Day 3
Old Cairo
After an early breakfast, meet your guide to explore Old Cairo and Coptic Cairo. You'll walk through the Fortress of Babylon, the Hanging Church, and the Greek Church of St. George, plus several other Coptic churches tied to the Sacred Family's history. The day includes the Church of San Sergio (Abu Serga), the Ben Ezra synagogue, and the Church of Santa Barbara. Wind down at Khan Khalili Market before heading back to the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to the Fortress of Babylon
- Visit to the Hanging Church
- Visit to the Greek Church of St. George
- Visit to the Church of San Sergio (Abu Serga)
- Visit to the Ben Ezra synagogue
- Visit to the Church of Santa Barbara
- Visit to Khan Khalili Market
Landmarks Fortress of Babylon Hanging Church Greek Church of St. George Church of San Sergio (Abu Serga) Ben Ezra Synagogue Church of Santa Barbara Khan Khalili Market - Day 4
Cairo to Aswan
After early breakfast, you transfer to Cairo International Airport and fly to Aswan. Your representative meets you on arrival. You'll see Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the High Dam of Aswan. Then board your Nile cruise ship, get settled in, and enjoy dinner with a Nubian Show Party your first night on the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Philae Temple
- Visit to the High Dam of Aswan
- Boarding on Nile cruise ship
- Nubian Show Party
Landmarks Philae Temple High Dam of Aswan 
- Day 5
Aswan to Edfu
Following breakfast, you can either take a trip to Abu Simbel to see two temples and the impressive Temple of Ramses II with its four statues in the shrine, or stay on the ship to use the facilities. After lunch, the ship sails toward Kom Ombo where you'll check out the Temples of Sobek (the crocodile god) and Haroeris. You continue to Edfu and join a Galabaiya party aboard after dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sailing to Kom Ombo
- Visit to the Temples of Sobek and Haroeris
- Sailing to Edfu
- Galabaiya party aboard the ship
Optional Activities
- Visit to the Temple of Abu Simbel
Landmarks Temple of Abu Simbel Temple of Ramses II Temples of Kom Ombo - Day 6
Edfu to Luxor
You'll have breakfast, then take a carriage to the Temple of Horus (Hawk) and explore Edfu. Back on the cruise, you pass through the Esna Lock heading toward Luxor. After lunch onboard, transfer to the east bank to see the Abuelhagag Mosque, Luxor Temple, and Karnak Temple, the largest temple in the world built for the God Aton. Return to the ship with free time to relax or check out the old Luxor market.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Carriage transfer to the Temple of Horus
- General visit of Edfu
- Passage through Esna Lock
- Visit to Abuelhagag Mosque
- Visit to Luxor Temple
- Visit to Karnak Temple
- Free time at the old Luxor market
Landmarks Temple of Horus Abuelhagag Mosque Luxor Temple Karnak Temple - Day 7
Luxor to Hurghada
After breakfast on the ship, you check out and head to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings. Next, see the Temple of Der el Bahari, which was built for Queen Hatshepsut's funeral worship, plus the Memnon statues. Travel overland to Hurghada and check into Desert Rose Resort, a 5-star hotel on the Red Sea with beaches, pools, a water park, and a natural lagoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to the Valley of the Kings
- Visit to the Temple of Der el Bahari
- Visit to the statues of Memnon
- Transfer to Hurghada
Landmarks Valley of the Kings Temple of Der el Bahari Colossi of Memnon 
- Day 8
Hurghada
You'll spend the day at Desert Rose Resort taking in the all-inclusive amenities, dining options, and Red Sea views. Diving, windsurfing, or beach relaxation are all available if you want to do something more active, or just soak up the sun and chill.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Access to all resort facilities
- Beach access
Optional Activities
- Diving
- Windsurfing
- Day 9
Hurghada
Another full day at Desert Rose Resort. Take advantage of the food, beach access, and Red Sea views. You can opt for a quad safari, snorkeling, or a tour into Hurghada if you'd rather venture away from the resort for a bit and explore the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Access to all resort facilities
- Beach access
Optional Activities
- Safari on quadrack
- Snorkeling
- City tour of Hurghada
- Day 10
Departure from Hurghada
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll have time to enjoy the beach and resort amenities until your transfer to the airport. Once you head out, the tour services wrap up.
- End point
- Hurghada International Airport (HRG), Hurghada International Airport (HRG), Hurghada, Red Sea 84, Egypt (departures )
- Meals
- Breakfast
