10 Days Classic Egypt

Full day exploring the iconic wonders of ancient Cairo.

• Visit the Giza Pyramids — the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World.
• Stand before the majestic Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple.
• Optional: Camel ride around the pyramids plateau (additional cost).
• Explore the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square — home to Tutankhamun's treasures and the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts.
• Overnight at 5-star hotel in Cairo.

Morning flight from Cairo to Luxor (approx. 1 hour). Begin your exploration of the world's greatest open-air museum.

• Visit the colossal Karnak Temple — the largest religious complex ever built.
• Explore the magnificent Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated and steeped in history.
• Stroll along the Luxor Corniche with views of the Nile.
• Check in to your 5-star hotel in Luxor.
• Overnight in Luxor.

Cross to the West Bank of Luxor — the ancient city of the dead — and board your 5-star Nile cruise.

• Explore the Valley of the Kings — tombs of pharaohs including Tutankhamun and Ramses VI.
• Visit the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri, Egypt's most famous female pharaoh.
• See the Colossi of Memnon — two towering statues of Amenhotep III.
• Board your 5-star Nile cruise ship in the afternoon.
• Welcome reception and dinner on board. Overnight on cruise in Luxor.

Sail south along the Nile, enjoying the serene river landscapes, with a stop at the best-preserved temple in Egypt.

• Morning sailing from Luxor to Edfu.
• Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu — the most complete and best-preserved ancient temple in Egypt.
• Learn about the mythological battles between Horus and Seth.
• Afternoon sailing towards Kom Ombo.
• Overnight on board the cruise.

Continue your Nile journey with a visit to the unique double temple of Kom Ombo, then sail to Aswan.

• Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo — dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris.
• See the fascinating collection of mummified crocodiles in the temple's museum.
• Sail to Aswan, passing through the lock at Esna (seasonal).
• Arrive in Aswan, the city of the Nubians.
• Overnight on board the cruise in Aswan.

Explore the timeless treasures of Aswan, from ancient temples to modern engineering marvels.

• Take a motorboat to the island temple of Philae — dedicated to the goddess Isis.
• Visit the High Dam — a modern engineering wonder that controls the Nile's flooding.
• See the Unfinished Obelisk — the largest known ancient Egyptian obelisk, still in its quarry.
• Optional: Felucca sail around the Aswan islands (additional cost).
• Overnight on board the cruise in Aswan.

An early morning adventure to the breathtaking temples of Abu Simbel — one of Egypt's most spectacular sights.

• Early departure (approx. 3.5-hour drive) to Abu Simbel.
• Visit the Great Temple of Ramses II — with its four colossal statues carved into the mountainside.
• Explore the Temple of Nefertari — dedicated to Ramses II's beloved queen.
• Learn about the UNESCO rescue project that relocated the temples from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
• Return to Aswan in the afternoon.
• Disembark the cruise and transfer to your 5-star hotel in Aswan.
• Overnight at 5-star hotel in Aswan.

Morning flight from Aswan back to Cairo. Dive into the rich religious and cultural tapestry of Egypt's capital.

• Visit the Citadel of Saladin and the magnificent Mohammed Ali Alabaster Mosque.
• Explore Coptic Cairo — the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Church of St. Sergius.
• Wander through the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar — Cairo's most famous souq.
• Check in to your 5-star hotel in Cairo.
• Farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant with views of the city.
• Overnight at 5-star hotel in Cairo.

Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel. Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Last-minute shopping or photography at leisure.
• Private transfer to Cairo International Airport.
• End of our services — safe travels and thank you for choosing Egypt Lover!