Arrival at Cairo International Airport, where you’ll be greeted and assisted by our representative. Private transfer by air-conditioned tourist vehicle to your hotel, accompanied by our representative. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer for a guided tour of the world-famous Pyramids of Giza: the Great Pyramid of Khufu — the oldest and only remaining wonder of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, built by Pharaoh Khufu of the 4th Dynasty and designed by his architect Hemiunu; the Pyramid of Khafre, dating back to the 26th century BC; and the Pyramid of Menkaure, also known as “The Divine Pyramid.” Visit the Great Sphinx, the marvelous statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, and the Valley Temple. Lunch at a high-quality local restaurant.

Continue to the Saqqara Desert to visit the Step Pyramid of King Djoser — the world’s oldest large-scale stone structure and a masterpiece of early Egyptian architecture. Return to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet our representative.

Start your visit to the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most influential religious centers of ancient Egypt. Located in Thebes (modern Luxor), this vast complex of temples, sanctuaries, and pillars was primarily dedicated to the god Amun, king of the gods, along with his consort Mut and their son Khonsu — forming the Theban triad. Karnak evolved and expanded through several reigns, becoming a symbol of Egypt’s religious and political power.

Continue to the Temple of Luxor, built during the New Kingdom and dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. The temple was a key site for religious festivals, especially the Opet Festival, which celebrated the divine role of the Pharaoh. It was connected to Karnak by an avenue lined with sphinxes, forming a grand ceremonial processional way.

Transfer to your Nile cruise ship by private air-conditioned vehicle. Embarkation. Lunch, dinner, and overnight on board in Luxor.

Breakfast on board. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the main burial site of the Pharaohs of the New Kingdom (1550–1070 BC). This ancient necropolis houses over 60 tombs carved into the rock, built to protect the resting places of Egypt’s rulers, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. The walls of the tombs are adorned with stunning reliefs and vivid paintings illustrating the pharaohs’ journey to the afterlife.

Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari — one of the most remarkable and elegant temples in Egypt. Built for Queen Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty, it stands out for its unique terraced architecture blending seamlessly into the surrounding cliffs. It celebrates the reign and divine birth of one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs.

Next, visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Each stands about 18 meters high and originally guarded the entrance to his mortuary temple. These monumental figures became famous in antiquity for the mysterious sound one of them emitted at dawn, believed to be the “singing” of Memnon. Return to the cruise. Lunch on board as you sail to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.

Breakfast on board. Take a horse-drawn carriage to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to Horus, the falcon god, it dates back to the Ptolemaic period (237–57 BC) and features magnificent carvings depicting Horus’s victory over his uncle Set. Sail to Kom Ombo. Lunch on board.

Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, a rare and symmetrical double temple dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile-headed god of fertility and the Nile, and Horus the Elder, the falcon god. Its dual design — with twin entrances, halls, and sanctuaries — symbolizes balance and harmony. The temple’s stunning riverside setting makes it one of the most scenic sites along the Nile. Sail on to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.

Breakfast on board. Begin your day with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering built in 1960 to control the Nile’s annual floods, generate hydroelectric power, and create Lake Nasser — one of the world’s largest artificial lakes.

Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, located in the ancient granite quarries of Aswan. If completed, it would have been the largest obelisk ever erected. Attributed to Queen Hatshepsut, it offers fascinating insights into ancient stone-carving techniques.

Then, visit the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis — the goddess of love, magic, and motherhood. Originally located on Philae Island, it was relocated to nearby Agilkia Island to save it from flooding after the construction of the High Dam. The temple’s graceful architecture and serene island setting make it one of Egypt’s most beautiful monuments.

Later, enjoy a felucca sail around Elephantine Island — a peaceful and authentic experience on a traditional Egyptian sailboat, offering scenic views of Aswan and its surroundings. Return to the cruise. Dinner and overnight on board.

Breakfast on board. Disembark. Optional excursion to visit the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, masterpieces built by Ramses II and relocated to avoid submersion by Lake Nasser.

Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, assistance at Cairo Airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out and transfer to Cairo International Airport, assisted by our representative, for your final departure. End of our services.