Cairo and Nile Cruise Luxury Tour package

The day will begin with an introduction from a licensed Egyptologist guide. You'll then visit the Valley Temple, the Great Sphinx, the Pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus, and the Great Pyramid of Cheops. You'll have the opportunity to take photos and enjoy a 15-minute camel ride at the Giza Plateau, after taking in a panoramic view of the Pyramids.

After breakfast at your hotel, you'll embark on the Cairo day tour. Following a delicious lunch, your guide will take you to explore the Step Pyramid Complex at Saqqara. This complex features the first pyramid built entirely of stone - the Djoser Pyramid. You'll also visit the Pyramid of Teti, which has remarkable interior decorations, and the tombs of the nobles, where you can see vivid depictions of ancient Egyptian life.

Next, you'll be transferred to the ancient capital of Memphis, located about 30 minutes south of Giza. This site is rich with ruins from Egypt's past.

You'll then be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo, where you'll spend the night.

An optional sound and light show at the Giza Pyramids is available upon request.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.

After breakfast, you'll head to the Luxor West Bank for your next set of tour activities. You'll visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and its mortuary temple, as well as the colossal statues of the Colossi of Memnon.

As the cruise ship sails to Edfu, you'll enjoy lunch and afternoon tea on board.

A delectable dinner will also be served on the ship.

You'll spend the night on board the cruise in Edfu.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

After having breakfast on board the cruise ship, you'll visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple is considered one of the most spectacular in Egypt and dates back to the Ptolemaic era.

Following the visit to Edfu, you'll return to the ship for lunch.

The cruise will then proceed to Kom Ombo, where you'll explore the combined temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris.

On this day, you'll be returning to Cairo. After breakfast on the cruise ship, you'll disembark the Steinberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise in Aswan and have some free time in Aswan.

You'll then be transferred to Aswan International Airport to catch your local flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, a member of the tour staff will meet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel in Cairo.

You'll spend the night at your hotel in Cairo.

Meals included: Breakfast.

The day will be spent exploring the second-largest and one of the most famous cities in Egypt - Alexandria. This city is rich with Roman ruins, the ancient Library of Alexandria, and the iconic Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Some of the key sites you'll visit include Pompey's Pillar, which is made of rare pink granite found only in this city, and the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress that played a crucial role in safeguarding the nation and the Mediterranean coastline.

You'll also explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a multi-level underground necropolis from the Roman period that provides a fascinating glimpse into the past.

Another highlight will be the Bibliotheca of Alexandria, the renowned ancient library and educational hub. You'll also see statues commemorating the unknown soldier and Alexander the Great.

As you drive down Cornish Avenue, you'll cross the Stanly Bridge and take in the stunning views of the city below.

After the day's exploration, you'll return to Cairo and spend the night at your hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch.

After having breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport to begin your journey home, concluding your 10-day adventure in Egypt.

Meal included: Breakfast.