Cairo and Egypt Nile Cruise Luxury Tour package

Your trip's second day will begin with an introduction from our licensed Egyptologist. After that, we'll travel to see the Valley Temple, the Great Sphinx, the pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus, and the Great Pyramid of Cheops. Before taking a picture that will last a lifetime and enjoying a nice 15-minute camel ride at the Giza Pyramids, we will enjoy a panoramic view of the Giza Pyramids during our visit to the plateau. After breakfast at your hotel, you'll go on this Cairo day tours.

After you have enjoyed your delicious lunch, your guide will accompany you to Saqqara to explore the Step Pyramid Complex. This complex is famous for being the first building in the world made entirely of stone, known as the Djoser Pyramid. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit the Pyramid of Teti, which boasts the most remarkable interior among all the accessible pyramids. Additionally, you will be able to witness the daily life in ancient Egypt by visiting the tombs of the nobles at Saqqara, where the walls and corridors are adorned with vivid depictions of various activities.

We plan to be transferred to Memphis, which is the oldest capital of the pharaohs. It is situated approximately thirty minutes south of Giza and can be found in the modern village of Mit Rahina. Memphis is a rich city with the ruins of the ancient capital of Egypt.

You will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo and overnight in Cairo.

A tour of the sound and light show in Giza is available upon request.

Meals: breakfast, lunch

You'll be driven to the airport early on the third day of your journey so you can board a domestic aircraft to Luxor. You will be welcomed upon arrival and taken onboard the luxurious 5-star Steinberger MS Minerva Nile cruise.

You will be led to experience the stunning Luxor East bank tours during the afternoon. You may see the magnificent Karnak Temple and the Luxor Temple nearby, which both exhibit the glorious history of Egypt.

We will return to the cruise ship for dinner and afternoon tea following our day trip to Luxor. On board, we'll stay the night.

A day consists of three meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Following breakfast, our next destination will be Luxor West Bank Tours. Touring the Temple of Hatshepsut and its mortuary temple, along with the gigantic statues of Memnon at the Colossi of Memnon Museum, will provide you with an enjoyable experience that is sure to be memorable.

As we sail to Edfu by crossing the Esna lock, let's enjoy lunch and afternoon tea

On board, a delectable meal will be served.

Overnight on board in Edfu

Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

After having breakfast onboard, you can go to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered one of the most spectacular temples in Egypt and has been standing since the Ptolemaic era.

After having lunch back on the ship, we will proceed to Kom Ombo, where we will explore the combined temple dedicated to the deities Sobek and Harris.

Once you have had breakfast on board, your Aswan day tours will begin with a visit to the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the grand Philae Temple, which served as the central location for the worship of the goddess Isis in ancient Egypt.

On board the ship, you will be served lunch and dinner, and you will subsequently spend your night on the ship in Aswan.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

On this day, you will return to Cairo once more. Once breakfast is finished, you can alight from the Steinberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise and spend some time at leisure in Aswan. We will schedule your local flight to Cairo once you have been taken to Aswan international Airport, When you arrive, a member of our staff will meet you at the airport and drive you to your Cairo hotel.

Hotel stay the night in Cairo.

Dining: Breakfast

The first stop of the day will be the Egyptian Museum, where visitors can see the world's largest and most valuable collection of Egyptian artifacts, including the intact treasures of the Golden Pharaoh Tutankhamun. Another recommended location is the Citadel of Saladin, featuring the Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, which offers stunning panoramic views of the centuries-old mosques, minarets, and domes of Islamic Cairo. You can see how beautifully decorated its massive construction is.

Our recommendation is for the Cairo tours, which will guide you to the Coptic area of Cairo. You will visit the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon, the Hanging Church suspended over its old towers, and the Church of St. Sergius, which is also referred to as the Cavern Church or the Holy Family Church. It's an incredible chance to witness some of the most significant and iconic landmarks in Cairo.

During your Coptic Cairo tour, you will visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which is believed to be where the Pharaoh's daughter found Moses in a basket in the Nile. This ancient synagogue is one of the oldest in the city and is a remarkable example of the city's fascinating history.

Optional tour of the Sound and Light show in Giza

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Alexandria is considered the second-largest and one of the most famous cities in Egypt. It's rich with Roman ruins, the library of Alexandria, and the lighthouse.

You will be visiting some of Rome's most iconic landmarks, such as Pompey's Pillar, which is made from pink granite that can only be found in this city. Additionally, you will experience the lively and energetic atmosphere of the city.

Qaitbay Citadel a crucial stronghold constructed in the 15th century, is an iconic Egyptian fortress that plays a significant role in safeguarding both the nation and the Mediterranean Sea shoreline.

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa consist of three levels of tombs and chambers that have been carved out of the underground rock. These underground passageways are from the Roman period and provide an intriguing insight into the past of this ancient society.

The Bibliotheca of Alexandria, which is a renowned ancient library and educational hub, is one of the places you will be visiting. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to explore two significant historical landmarks: the Alexandria statue commemorating the unknown soldier and the statue of Alexander the Great.

As you drive down Cornish Avenue, you will see the city below you as you cross over the Stanly Bridge, which is a stunning landmark in modern Alexandria.

We will eventually return to Cairo by driving.

Overnight in the hotel

Meals: breakfast, lunch

Following your breakfast, you will be escorted to Cairo International Airport for your ultimate departure, concluding a fascinating and extended 10-day adventure in Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast