Cairo, Luxor & Aswan
Cairo, Luxor & Aswan
Cairo is known for containing the famous Giza Pyramids Complex which holds one of the Seven Wonders of the World the Great Pyramid of King Khufu.
Luxor is famous for its oldest and most Ancient Egyptian sites. Originally called ‘Thebes’ in ancient Egypt, it was the capital of the ancient kingdom. Often known as the “World’s greatest open-air Museum.”
Aswan is well known for its beautiful Nile Valley scenery, significant archaeological sites, and peaceful aura. The city provides splendid views and attractions to sail through the Nile with a felucca (Egyptian sailboat).
Highlights
- Guided visit to one of the Seven Wonders, the Great Pyramids of Giza
- Lunch in an oriental restaurant
- A guided visit to the ancient capital of Memphis & Sakkara where the Step Pyramid was built
- Optional tour to the spectacular sound and light show by the Sphinx
- Aboard the Oberoi Philae Cruiser OR the Sanctuary Nile Cruise for a relaxing 5-day history tour
- A visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities
- A visit to the Citadel, the Medieval Fortress of Salah-El-Din, and the Mosque of Mohammed Ali
- Optional dinner while cruising the Nile with spectacular panoramic views and folkloric shows
- Optional tours, add-ons available tour
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Tour Description
In this Essential itinerary, we include what you need, with options for you to choose how you write your own story. You will be staying 10 nights in Kenya. You’ll have the opportunity to visit Samburu, Lewa Downs, and Maasai Mara, where you’ll enjoy the incredible scenery and wildlife of Africa while watching the herds of elephants and visit the Amboseli National Park. In addition, enjoy a game drive in a 4×4 Landcruiser, a safari bush walk, and private transfer.
Tour Includes:
- All Accommodations, minimum 4* level
- Breakfast each morning, plus select meals where noted
- All transportation, as described, inclusive of gratuity
- All tours, as described
- All entrance fees where noted (add’l fees may apply to options)
- Registration with US State Department
- 24 Hr. concierge service for the duration of the trip
NOT INCLUDED: Flights, Travel Insurance (Strongly Recommended), Personal Expenditures, Optional Upgrades, Anything not mentioned
Detailed Itinerary
- A private driver will pick you up from your home and take you to the airport.
- Flight to Cairo International Airport, Egypt (priced separately)
Included: Private Airport Transfers
- Upon arrival, you are welcomed and assisted through the immigration process
- You will then be transferred to your hotel by an air-conditioned coach
- Check-in, relax & enjoy the afternoon at your leisure
- Overnight at hotel
Included: Private Airport Transfers, Transportation To/from Hotel, Room & Taxes
- After breakfast, meet your guide for a visit to one of the Seven Wonders, the Great Pyramids of Giza
- After the tour, visit Papyrus Institute or a perfume shop (based on your preference)
- Enjoy lunch at an oriental restaurant
- Begin your afternoon visit to the ancient capital of Memphis & Sakkara, home of the Step Pyramid
- Transfer back to your hotel for a refreshment
- Enjoy the evening at your leisure
- Overnight at hotel
Optional enhancements:
- Excite Package:
- In the evening, you have the option to experience the spectacular Sound & Light show by the pyramids
Included: Breakfast, Transportation, Private Guide, Lunch, Room & Taxes
- After breakfast, check out of your hotel and meet your driver to transfer you to Cairo Domestic Airport
- Flight to Luxor or to Aswan
- Board the Oberoi Philae Cruiser OR The Sanctuary Nile Cruise, which will be your home for the next five days, taking you back through history while floating along the Nile
Optional enhancements:
- OPTION 1: Oberoi Philae Cruise
- DAY 1 – Embark, Lunch, Visit Karnak & Luxor Temple, Tea at Club Lounge, dinner, and overnight in Luxor
- DAY 2 – Breakfast, Visit West Bank Valley of Kings, King Tut’s tomb, Ramses “the six,” Deir El Madina, Habu and Colossus of Memnon, Sail to Esna, Lunch, Tea at Club Lounge, dinner and overnight in Esna
- Day 3 – Sail to Edfu, Breakfast, Visit the Temple of Edfu, Sail to Kom Ombo, Lunch, Tea at Club Lounge, Visit the Twin Temple of Kom Ombo, Dinner, and overnight in Kom Ombo
- DAY 4 – Sail to Aswan, Breakfast, Visit the High Dam and Philae Temple, Lunch, Visit Nubian Museum by motorboat, dinner, and overnight in Aswan
- DAY 5 – Breakfast, then disembarkation
- OPTION 2: Sanctuary Nile Cruise
- DAY 1 – Embark, visit Luxor Temple, lunch, visit the West Bank of Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings, visit a tomb in the Valley of the Queens and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, pass the famed Colossi of Memnon, dinner, and drinks
- DAY 2 – Breakfast, tour the East Bank with a visit to the Temple of Karnak, morning sail to Esna, lunch, guided tour of the Greco-Roman Temple of Khnum at Esna, afternoon tea during the cruise to Edfu, dinner
- Day 3 – Breakfast, Visit to the Temple of Edfu, lunch while cruising to Kom Ombo, visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo, afternoon tea, Egyptian cooking lesson while sailing to Aswan, “Egyptian Night” costume party for all guests, dinner
- DAY 4 – Breakfast, lunch, motorboat ride to visit the majestic Philae Temple on the Island of Agilika, visit to the Granite Quarries, ride on a felucca around Elephantine Island, Lord Kitchener’s Botanical Gardens, and the Agha Khan Mausoleum, afternoon tea, farewell gala dinner, Folkloric show and a Dervish show after dinner
- DAY 5 – Breakfast, then disembarkation
Included: Breakfast, Transportation, Guide, Room & Taxes
- After breakfast, disembark, and transfer to Aswan or Luxor Airport for a flight to Cairo
- Upon arrival, you will be greeted and privately transferred to your hotel
- Check-in, relax, and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure
- Overnight at hotel
Optional enhancements:
- Explore Package:
- After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Aswan Airport for a flight to Abu Simbel. Upon arrival, you will be escorted and guided to the Great Temples of Ramses II & his beloved Nefertari. After the tour, you will be transferred back to the airport to board a flight to Cairo via Aswan where you will spend the night in Alexandria.
Included: Breakfast, Transportation, Guide, Room & Taxes
- After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities for an unforgettable tour
- Enjoy lunch at an oriental restaurant
- In the afternoon, enjoy a visit to the Citadel with the towering mosque of Mohamed Ali
- Take a short drive to the most famous bazaars of Khan El Khalili, where you will have time for a stroll
- Transfer back to your hotel
- Enjoy the evening at your leisure
- Overnight at hotel
Optional enhancements:
- Savor Package:
- In the evening, you have the option to enjoy dinner while cruising the Nile with spectacular panoramic views and folkloric shows
- In the evening, you have the option to enjoy dinner while cruising the Nile with spectacular panoramic views and folkloric shows
Included: Breakfast, Transportation, Guide, Room & Taxes
- After breakfast, meet your driver to be privately transferred from your hotel to the airport
- Flight home (not included)
- Upon your return, a private driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to your doorstep
Included: Breakfast & Private Airport Transfers
