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Immerse yourself in the ancient kingdoms and immortal cities of Egypt, where legendary sites and fascinating culture awaits. Begin with a tour of Cairo, featuring Old Cairo and the Mosque of Mohammed Ali, then gaze upon some of Earth’s greatest wonders, the Pyramids of Giza and iconic Great Sphinx. Take a short flight to Luxor and board our beautiful riverboat for four spectacular nights. Watch the storied history of this area reveals itself to you as we cruise the country’s lifeblood, the Nile River, with several stops shrouded in myth and mystery including Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Kom Ombo, and more. Enjoy five-star French balcony cabins, luxurious amenities, and flavorful cuisine on board!
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February 27, 2025 - March 8, 2025
Occupancy
Price Per Person
Double
$5699
Single
$6599
Final Payment Date: 10/20/2024
October 9, 2025 - October 18, 2025
Final Payment Date: 06/01/2025
Day 1 : Fly to Egypt
We board our overnight flight to Egypt.
Day 2 : Arrive in Cairo
Upon arrival in Cairo, we are greeted by our expert local guide and Tour Director. Enjoy getting to know fellow tourmates on the way to our comfortable 5-star accommodations.
Day 3 : Pyramids & the Great Sphinx
Today we begin our explorations with a drive to ancient Memphis, once a thriving metropolis and capital of the Old Kingdom. Here, we view the legendary step pyramid of the Third Egyptian Dynasty in Saqqara, the world’s oldest stone complex. Later, gaze upon some of Egypt’s most mysterious and famous monuments with a visit to the pyramids of Giza, featuring the Great Pyramid. This pyramid built by Khufu is the oldest and largest of the pyramids and the only surviving structure of the remaining Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. We also see the iconic Great Sphinx of Giza, dating back to 26th-century BC. Afterwards, we return to our hotel in Cairo.
Day 4 : Cairo Sightseeing
Our morning begins with a guided tour of Cairo. This ancient city is nestled along the Nile, the longest river in the world, and boasts countless legendary sites including the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Khan el Khalili Bazar, Old Cairo, and the Citadel of Cairo featuring the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. We also visit Old Cairo, the historic part of the city that tells its origin stories of days as a Roman-era fortress called “Fort Babylon” and an Islamic-era settlement, both pre-dating the city’s founding in 969 AD.
Day 5 : Karnak & Luxor Temples
We fly south to Luxor this morning and board the M/S Tulip, our home for the next four nights. Enjoy beautiful staterooms and all meals included onboard as we cruise the Nile River. Our first stop is Karnak, the world’s largest temple complex consisting of ancient pylons, temples, and chapels that once served as a palace for the New Kingdom pharaohs. We also visit Luxor Temple, built around 14th century BC, and by the time of the Roman Empire it was used as a fortress for the Roman government. Originally dedicated to the mother goddess of Mut, Luxor Temple has since turned into a Tetrarchy cult chapel, and then a church.
Day 6 : Valley of the Kings
Today we cross the Nile to the West Bank of Luxor into the Valley of the Kings. Marvel at the mountain-cut tombs built for the powerful pharaohs and nobles, once filled with riches to accompany them into the afterlife. Then visit the stunning Hatshepsut Temple, a mortuary temple dedicated to the longest-ruling female of Ancient Egypt. Later, we continue to Esna and cross the lock for our overnight. While here, admire the Temple of Khnum, dedicated to the ram-headed god of “the source” of the Nile, the river which brings all life to the sprawling Egyptian desert.
Day 7 : Edfu & Kom Ombo
We dock in Edfu this morning and enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride to the temple dedicated to the Falcon-headed god, Horus. One of Egypt’s most iconic deities, the Eye of Horus originates from this spirit, representing well-being, protection, and healing. Later, we cruise to the ancient agricultural city of Kom Ombo.
Day 8 : Ptolemaic Temple & Aswan
This morning we visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom Ombo, an iconic double temple. Sobek is the deity we discover here, the crocodile-headed god known for fertility and as a repairer of evil in the world. Next, we sail to the High Dam, a massive embankment dam and impressive engineering feat, as well as the century-old Low Dam. Next, gaze upon the largest known ancient obelisk, known as the Unfinished Obelisk, at Aswan’s stone quarry. Our day concludes with a trip to Philae Temple, an island-based complex within the Low Dam’s reservoir and the last temple built in classical Egyptian style.
Day 9 : Kitchener Island
Today we disembark our cruise ship in Aswan and relax on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian wooden sailboat, for a scenic sail around Kitchner Island, known for its exotic birds and plants. After lunch together at a local restaurant, we fly back to Cairo and check in to beautiful Le Méridien Cairo Airport Hotel. Later, we gather with our new friends to reminisce on the incredible memories we had throughout Egypt during a Farewell Social Hour.
Day 10 : Fly Home
We return home with spectacular memories of our time in Egypt.
Board an overnight flight to a land known for its history and mysteries as old as time, accompanied by your expert Tour Director.
Upon arriving in Cairo, our expert local guide greets us at the airport. Get to know fellow travelers on the way to our comfortable 5-star accommodations, then enjoy a restful evening.
Our adventure begins with a drive to ancient Memphis, once a thriving metropolis and capital of the Old Kingdom. Here, we view the legendary step pyramid of the Third Egyptian Dynasty in Saqqara, the world’s oldest stone complex. Later, gaze upon some of Egypt’s most mysterious and famous monuments during a visit to the pyramids of Giza, featuring the Great Pyramid. This pyramid built by Khufu is the oldest and largest of the pyramids, as well as the only surviving structure of the remaining Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. We also see the iconic Great Sphinx of Giza, dating back to 26th century BC. Afterwards, we return to our hotel in Cairo.
We embark on a guided tour of Cairo today, nestled along the longest river in the world, the Nile. This ancient city boasts countless legendary sites, including the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Khan el Khalili Bazar, and the Citadel of Cairo, featuring the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. We also visit Old Cairo, the historic part of the city that holds origin stories of days as a Roman-era fortress called “Fort Babylon” and an Islamic-era settlement, both pre-dating the city’s founding in 969 AD. The evening is at your leisure.
Our journey continues with a southbound flight to Luxor this morning, where we board the Tulip. Enjoy beautiful staterooms with French balaconies and all meals included on board as we cruise the Nile River for the next four nights. Our first stop is Karnak, the world’s largest temple complex consisting of ancient pylons, temples, and chapels that once served as a palace for the New Kingdom pharaohs. We also visit Luxor Temple, which was built around 14th century BC and used as a fortress for the Roman government during the Roman Empire. Originally dedicated to the mother goddess of Mut, the temple turned into a Tetrarchy cult chapel before becoming a church.
Today, we cross the Nile to the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank of Luxor. Marvel at the mountain-cut tombs built for the powerful pharaohs and nobles, once filled with riches to accompany them in the afterlife. We then visit the stunning Hatshepsut Temple, a mortuary temple dedicated to the longest-ruling female of Ancient Egypt. Later, our ship cruises to Esna and crosses the lock for our overnight. While here, admire the Temple of Khnum, dedicated to the ram-headed god and “the source” of the Nile, the river that brings life to the sprawling Egyptian desert.
We dock in Edfu this morning and enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride to its namesake temple. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god and one of the most important deities, Horus, this well-preserved monument is Egypt’s best example of a Ptolemaic temple building. Afterwards, we cruise to the ancient agricultural city of Kom Ombo and have the rest of the day at leisure. Soak up relaxation on the ship or explore nearby attractions, such as the Crocodile Museum for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the mummified crocodiles that were found in the local temple.
Day 8 : Kom Ombo Temple & Aswan
Our morning begins at the Kom Ombo Temple, an iconic double temple built during the Ptolemaic dynasty. Its two identical entrances are dedicated to different gods: Horus and Sobek, the local crocodile-headed god known for fertility and as a repairer of evil in the world. Next, we sail to the High Dam, a massive embankment dam and impressive engineering feat. We also explore the largest known ancient obelisk, called the Unfinished Obelisk, at Aswan’s stone quarry. Our day concludes with a trip to Philae Temple, an island-based complex within the century-old Low Dam’s reservoir and the last temple built in classical Egyptian style.
Today, we disembark our cruise ship in Aswan and relax on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian wooden sailboat. Take in scenic vistas as we sail around Kitchner Island, known for its exotic birds and plants. After lunch together at a local restaurant, a flight brings us back to Cairo. We check in to the beautiful Le Meridien Cairo Airport Hotel, then gather to celebrate our incredible Egyptian vacation during a Farewell Social Hour.
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Tour days tend to be shorter in length, at a relaxed pace, and include lots of unscheduled time for leisure. Expect standing and walking for extended periods of time on flat surfaces, mostly low altitudes, and consistent temperatures.
Tour days usually move at a leisurely pace. Some days’ scheduled activities last longer than others. Expect standing and walking for long periods of time on occasionally uneven terrain. You may experience changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a consistent pace, and may include long travel days. Expect standing and walking for long periods of time on uneven surfaces. Some destinations may have changes in altitude and/or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a brisk pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on uneven surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a vigorous pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on rough surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.