DAY 1: Tue - October 05, 2027 - Departure from USA
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DAY 2: Wed - October 06, 2027 - Arrive in Cairo
- 05:30 AM Arrival in the Land of the Pharaohs, at Cairo International airport, Right Travel Representative will be waiting for you after you get your luggage and clear customs and will be holding the Right Travel Sign, then will transfer you to your hotel.
- Overnight in Cairo
- Meal: Breakfast
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DAY 3: Thu - October 07, 2027 - Full Day Grand Egyptian Museum & Pyramids Tour
- 07:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
- 08:00 AM Meet our expert Egyptologist guide and depart for the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum, the world`s largest archaeological museum. Immerse yourself in the wonders of ancient Egypt as you explore an unparalleled collection of artifacts, including treasures from King Tutankhamun`s tomb, colossal statues, and relics that span thousands of years of history.
- 12:00 PM Savor a delightful lunch at the 9 Pyramids Lounge, a unique dining experience with breathtaking views of the Giza Plateau.
- 02:00 PM Embark on your journey to the iconic Giza Plateau, home to Egypt`s most famous landmarks the Great Pyramids. Admire the grandeur of these ancient wonders, including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, constructed over 4,500 years ago and the only surviving wonder of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Standing at an awe-inspiring 480 feet tall, it is a testament to the ingenuity of ancient Egyptian civilization.
- As you explore, you`ll also visit the enigmatic Sphinx, known in Arabic as Abu al-Hol (The Father of Terror). Carved from a single piece of limestone, this majestic statue with the body of a lion and the head of a king has stood as the guardian of the pyramids for millennia, captivating visitors with its mystery and beauty.
- 04:30 PM Return to your hotel for some well-deserved rest and relaxation after a day filled with unforgettable memories.
- Overnight in Cairo
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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DAY 4: Fri - October 08, 2027 - Cairo, Aswan, Cruise Sightseeing
- 03:30 AM A breakfast box will be prepared and ready at the front desk (to be requested by the tour manager the day before). Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan.
- 08:05 AM Upon arrival in Aswan, begin your tour with a visit to the High Dam, an engineering marvel built in the 1960s. The dam contains 18 times the material used in the Great Pyramid of Cheops and measures 11,811 feet in length, 3,215 feet thick at the base, and 364 feet tall. It provides irrigation and electricity for all of Egypt. From the top of the two-mile-long dam, enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Nasser, the massive reservoir created by the dam, as well as Kalabsha Temple to the south and the power station to the north.
- 10:00 AM Embark on a felucca sail to visit the Temple of Philae, which was dismantled and reassembled on Agilika Island, about 550 meters from its original location on Philae Island, due to the construction of the High Dam. The temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, is set in a beautifully landscaped environment that replicates its original site. The complex includes various shrines and sanctuaries, such as the Vestibule of Nectanebo I, the Temple of the Emperor Hadrian, the Temple of Hathor, Trajan`s Kiosk (Pharaoh`s Bed), a birth house, and two pylons. These structures celebrate the deities involved in the Isis and Osiris myth. The temple`s romantic setting captivated Victorian travelers and continues to enchant visitors today.
- 01:00 PM Transfer to your luxury cruise ship, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch. Relax and settle in as you prepare for your 3-night/4-day cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
- Dinner will be served aboard the Nile Cruise.
- Overnight in Aswan
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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DAY 5: Sat - October 09, 2027 - Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna
- 05:00 AM Early sail to Kom Ombo.
- 07:00 AM Breakfast on Board.
- 08:00 AM Visit the Kom Ombo Temple (the Ptolemaic Temple of Sobek and Haroeris). Located in the town of Kom Ombo, about 28 miles north of Aswan, the temple dates back to the Ptolemaic period and is built on a high dune overlooking the Nile. The construction of the temple began during the reign of Ptolemy VI Philometor in the early second century BC. The outer and inner hypostyle halls were added by Ptolemy XIII, and the outer enclosure wall, along with parts of the court, were constructed by Augustus after 30 BC (although much of these additions are now lost). Nearby, you can also find tombs from the Old Kingdom in the vicinity of Kom Ombo village.
- 10:30 AM Sail to Edfu.
- 01:00 PM Lunch aboard the Nile Cruise.
- 02:30 PM Visit the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god. This temple, built during the reigns of six Ptolemies, is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and the second largest after Karnak. Construction began in 237 BC under Ptolemy III Euergetes I and was completed in 57 BC. Despite a 20-year interruption during the reigns of Ptolemy IV and Ptolemy V due to unrest, the temple was finished and remains an extraordinary example of ancient Egyptian architecture. According to mythology, the temple was built on the site of the great battle between Horus and Seth.
- 04:30 PM Sail to Esna.
- Dinner will be served aboard the Nile Cruise.
- Overnight in Esna
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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DAY 6: Sun - October 10, 2027 - Luxor, East Bank Tour
- 03:30 AM Early morning sail to Luxor.
- 07:00 AM Breakfast on Board.
- 08:00 AM Visit Karnak Temple, one of the most impressive and largest temple complexes ever built. Dedicated primarily to the Theban Triad Amun, Mut, and Khonsu Karnak was the religious center of ancient Egypt during the New Kingdom. The temple complex spans 247 acres and includes three main temples (Mut, Montu, and Amun), smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples. Construction began during the Middle Kingdom and continued for over 1,300 years, with contributions from many pharaohs, including Ramesses III and Ptolemy VI. Its ancient name, Ipet-isut, means "The Most Select (or Sacred) of Places."
- 01:00 PM Return to the Nile Cruise for lunch.
- 03:00 PM Visit the Temple of Luxor, built by the pharaohs Amenhotep III and Ramses II. This temple was dedicated to Amun-Ra, and its construction was closely tied to the annual Opet Festival, which celebrated the union of the ruler`s human and divine aspects. The sacred procession during the festival moved by boat from Karnak to Luxor Temple. The temple is also connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes, a 3-kilometer-long pathway lined with sphinx statues.
- Dinner aboard the Nile Cruise.
- Overnight in Luxor.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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DAY 7: Mon - October 11, 2027 - (Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride), Luxor West Bank, Cairo
- 05:00 AM (Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor). Start your day with an optional hot-air balloon ride over Luxor. As the sun rises, enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the West Bank`s ancient antiquities. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is sure to leave you with unforgettable memories.
- 07:00 AM Breakfast on Board.
- 08:00 AM Check out from the Nile Cruise and begin our morning tour with a visit to the Valley of the Kings. This iconic site is home to numerous tombs carved deep into the cliffs, serving as the resting place for pharaohs of the 18th to 20th Dynasties. It was here, in 1922, that Howard Carter discovered the treasures of Tutankhamen`s tomb, famously describing the sight as "wonderful things." Excavations are ongoing, and the valley continues to reveal new discoveries.
- 10:00 AM Proceed to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This stunning architectural masterpiece was designed by Senenmut, the queen`s architect, and is dramatically set against the cliffs of Thebes. The temple is dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt`s most successful female pharaohs.
- 12:00 PM Visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of Amenhotep III that once guarded his mortuary temple. Standing at 23 meters (75 feet) tall and weighing over 1,000 tons, these statues remain an awe-inspiring sight despite the damage caused by time and nature.
- 02:00 PM Enjoy lunch at the Sonesta St. George Hotel, a delightful break before your flight.
- 04:00 PM Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo.
- 09:50 PM Arrive in Cairo and connect with your international flight to the USA.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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DAY 8: Tue - October 12, 2027 - Departure
- 12:20 AM The flight will take off from Cairo airport.
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