The Journeys Collection
10 DAYS ITINERARY IN EGYPT
10 DAYS ITINERARY IN EGYPT
+ Cairo: Visit the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum and the old town with Khan el-Khalili market
+ Luxor: Explore the Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temple
+ Aswan: Admire Aswan Dam, Abu Simbel Temple, Philae Temple
+ Experience a cruise on the Nile: A peaceful and enchanting experience while watching the sunset on the historic river
-
INCLUDE
- 5 nights in Cairo
- 4 nights on Movenpick MS Hamees Nile Cruise
- All meals on schedule
- All activities and attractions as scheduled
-
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal shopping expenses
- Activities included in the fee list
PROJECTED ITINERARY
-
DAY 1: START YOUR JOURNEY IN CAIRO
- Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met by your driver and taken directly to your Cairo hotel by private transfer. You will then check in at the InterContinental Cairo Semiramis by IHG and rest after your long flight.
- Overnight in Cairo.
-
-
DAY 2: EXPLORE EGYPTIAN PYRAMIDS AND MUSEUMS
- You will meet your guide at the hotel lobby before starting your Cairo city tour.
- Your journey to Egypt will begin at the Egyptian Museum, where you will explore a collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, impressive architecture and gain insight into Egypt's rich history and culture.
- Next, you will come to the fascinating site of the magnificent Pyramids of Giza. Here you will visit three giant pyramids of different sizes and the Sphinx.
- Enjoy a delightful French culinary experience at Khufu Restaurant for lunch. Immerse yourself in the exquisite flavors of French cuisine.
- After finishing your day tour, you will return to your Cairo hotel to rest at the InterContinental Cairo Semiramis.
-
CAIRO
-
DAY 3: EXPLORE THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF EGYPTIAN CIVILIZATION
- Your guide will meet you at the InterContinental Cairo Semiramis and start your day with a visit to the Museum of Egyptian Civilization. You will be amazed by the vast collection of artifacts spanning thousands of years of Egyptian history.
- You will have a special tour in Coptic Cairo area which includes many historical churches that you must visit such as Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church and Saint Mary Church.
- The tour will end with a visit to Khan El Khalili, one of the oldest and most famous souks in the Middle East. Soak up the bustling atmosphere, explore the maze-like streets and browse the array of shops selling spices, textiles, jewelry, souvenirs and more.
- After finishing the tour, we will go to Naguib Mahfouz restaurant for lunch. The restaurant is decorated in traditional Egyptian style, creating a unique dining experience.
- At the end of the trip, you will return and rest at the hotel.
-
-
DAY 4: FLY TO LUXOR, EXPLORE THE NILE RIVER, EAST OF LUXOR
- Start your trip today with breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, then check out to head to your next destination.
- From Cairo International Airport, you will take a domestic flight on Nile AIR NP 071 to upper Egypt, where you will visit Luxor and Aswan.
- After about an hour flight, you will arrive at Luxor airport and your driver will be waiting and take you straight to the Movenpick MS Hamees Nile Cruise and start your relaxing trip on the Nile River cruise.
- You will have lunch on board then set out to explore the East Bank of Luxor.
- You will visit the first Karnak Temple in Upper Egypt. It was built about 4000 years ago and was completed during the Roman period in Egypt. Many Egyptian rulers added their own structures to the temple and made it more special.
- The second destination would be the Luxor Temple, the construction of this temple was started by Amenhotep III then Tutankhamen and Horemoheb completed the process until it was completed by Ramses II.
- After finishing the day tour, you will return to the Nile Cruise to enjoy dinner and relax.
- Overnight in Luxor
-
LUXOR
-
DAY 5: DISCOVER WEST LUXOR
- Enjoy breakfast on board as you begin your exploration of Luxor's West Bank.
- Start your day with a visit to the famous Valley of the Kings and Queens and enjoy the beauty of the ancient tombs.
- Next, explore the architectural marvels of Queen Hatshepsut's mortuary temple, Deir El Bahari, carved into the side of the mountain.
- At the end of the journey on the way back you will see the Colossi of Memnon, two majestic statues standing tall as the ruins of the once great temple of Amenhotep III, now lost to time.
- After the tour ends, you will return to the Nile Cruise to enjoy lunch on board.
- You will continue sailing towards Edfu city while enjoying the evening and fresh air on the deck.
- You will have the opportunity to spend a luxurious night on board with a sumptuous dinner.
- Overnight in Edfu.
-
-
DAY 6: DISCOVER KOM OMBO TEMPLE & EDFU CITY
- Enjoy breakfast on board
- Explore the Temple of Edfu, a Ptolemaic temple dedicated to Horus, son of the gods Isis and Osiris.
- You will have lunch on board while sailing towards Kom Ombo city.
- Upon arrival, you will begin your tour of the great Temple of Kom Ombo. This temple, once shared by the gods Sobek and Harories, is one of the best preserved temples in Luxor.
- At the end of the day, you will enjoy dinner on board.
- You will then have the chance to enjoy the music of the Egyptian Galabia Party on the Nile Cruise.
- The boat will continue to move to the city of Aswan.
- Overnight in Aswan
-
ASWAN
-
DAY 7: DISCOVER ASWAN HYDROPOWER DAM, PHILAE TEMPLE, OBELISK
- Breakfast will be served to you on board, then get ready to tour the entire city of Aswan.
- Start your tour of Aswan at the greatest construction ever, The High Dam. This is the largest dam built on the Nile under Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser. He built the dam to store excess water from the Nile and generate massive amounts of electricity.
- You will then visit the Philae Temple which is located on an island and is considered the most beautiful and surviving temple in Upper Egypt.
- Enjoy a felucca boat ride around Kitchener's Island to get a feel for how ancient Egyptians rowed on the Nile.
- In the evening, you will return to the Nile Cruise where you will enjoy dinner and join the Nubian Show for more fun.
- Tonight, you will continue sailing to the city of Aswan.
- Overnight in Aswan
-
-
DAY 8: FLIGHT FROM ASWAN TO CAIRO
- Have breakfast on Nile Cruise, then check out and transfer to Aswan Airport
- You will fly back to Cairo, and be driven back to InterContinental Cairo Semiramis for check-in.
- The rest of the day is free for you to explore the beauty of Cairo.
- Overnight in Cairo.
-
-
DAY 9: FREEDOM IN CAIRO
- Breakfast at hotel
- Enjoy a free day for leisure and shopping.
- Overnight in Cairo
-
-
DAY 10: CHECK-OUT AND END OF TOUR IN EGYPT
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and take some time to pack and prepare for departure.
- Check out of the hotel and meet your driver who will take you by private shuttle to Cairo International Airport.
- Depart from Cairo International Airport and end your trip with wonderful memories in Egypt.
-
The Journeys Collection
To book or find out more about other trips in Egypt, please contact our travel consultants & designers via Facebook message