Package Detail

DAY 1: Origen – LUXOR. ENCOUNTERING ANCIENT EGYPT.

After months of planning, today finally marks the beginning of your grand trip to Egypt, traveler. You’ll arrive at the airport at least two hours early and board a special flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, guests will be waiting to assist you with visa processing and take you to the pier, where you’ll board a boat that will be your home for the next few days. When the time comes, you’ll have a picnic dinner on board in your cabin.

DAY 2 NILE CRUISE LUXOR – ESNA – EDFU LUXOR. THE ANCIENT NILE AND THE GRAND TEMPLES

Full board. Visit the Valley of the Kings (tombs of the main Pharaohs, 3 Tombs). Since explanations of the tombs visited inside the tombs are not permitted, our guide will provide explanations outside (the Tomb of Tutankhamun is not included, as all the treasures are in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo). You will also visit the Colossi of Memnon, two impressive statues of Amenophis II, as well as the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Afterwards, we will cross to the east bank of the Nile. There, you will visit the temples of Luxor and Karnak, an architectural complex featuring the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns, the obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Sacred Lake of Amun. In Luxor, you will spend the night on board. You will continue the journey and, after passing through the Esna Lock, you will arrive in Edfu, where we will spend the night. Overnight on board.

DAY 3: EDFU – KOM OMBO – ASWAN. A CRUISE BETWEEN THE ARMS OF THE NILE

Today, you will enjoy full board on board. At dawn, you will visit the Temple of Horus (the god represented by a falcon) in Edfu, one of the most beautiful temples from the Ptolemaic period, in an exceptional state of preservation. You will continue your journey to the Temple of Kom Ombo, the only temple dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Haroeris. You will see a Nilometer (an ancient system for measuring the level of the Nile River) and a mummified crocodile. Sail to Aswan. In the evening, you will enjoy a Djellaba Night, which you can purchase at a reasonable price in the local markets. Overnight on board.

DAY 04 ASWAN – NILE CRUISE AND NATURAL PARADISE

Full board stay. ****Optional excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples. Early morning departure, additional payment at destination****. Afterwards, visit the city of Aswan with the Temple of Isis (Philae), located on an island, accessed by speedboat. In the afternoon, take a trip on a «felucca,» a typical sailing boat from the area. Dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 5: ASWAN – CAIRO. DISEMBARKATION ON MAINLAND

You will wake up with a bittersweet feeling. You still have some of the most important and renowned monuments to visit, typical dishes to try, and many narrow streets to discover. However, your exciting boat trip along the Nile is coming to an end. You will disembark in Aswan and have free time to enjoy the city on your own, strolling along the city’s waterfront or visiting the famous spice market. At the scheduled time, you will transfer to the airport for a special flight to Cairo. Regain your strength and rest, as some unforgettable final days await you in the country’s capital. Overnight in Cairo.

DAY 6: CAIRO. TOURING THE GREAT PYRAMIDS

Today a day full of exciting moments awaits you in Cairo. You’ll start the morning touring the true icon of Egypt: the impressive Pyramids of Giza. The imposing funerary monuments of the pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure await to amaze you. Bring your camera fully charged, as you’ll also come face-to-face with the beautiful and extraordinary Great Sphinx. Breakfast. Half-day tour, which includes: the famous pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure (entrance to the interior of the pyramids not included), as well as the impressive rock-carved Sphinx. Visit to the Papyrus Institute, where the artisanal production of papyri will be demonstrated. In the afternoon, free time with the possibility of an excursion to Memphis and Sakkara (additional charge) on arrival. Description: Departure approximately 25 km south of Cairo to Memphis, the center of worship of the god Ptah. Founded during the First Dynasty, it survived throughout Pharaonic Egyptian history and became one of the greatest cities of antiquity. Its architectural and cultural heritage is highlighted by the Colossus of Ramses II, and the Alabaster Sphinx is also noteworthy. West of Memphis is the Great Necropolis of Sakkara, one of the oldest royal necropolises. Remains from the main periods of ancient Egyptian history are preserved there, most notably the Step Pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser. Return to Cairo. Lunch.

DAY 7: CAIRO. PHARAONIC, COPTIC, ISLAMIC, AND MONUMENTAL.

After breakfast at your hotel, you will have a free day with the option to take an optional excursion: Pharaonic Cairo, Coptic Quarter, Alabaster Mosque, Archaeology Museum, Khan el-Khalili Market. Additional payment upon arrival. Description: You will depart for a full-day tour of the city. You will visit the Egyptian Museum of Pharaonic Art and the Citadel of Saladin, where the famous Alabaster Mosque stands out, its dome dominating the entire city. You will then explore the Coptic Quarter. You will have lunch at a local restaurant and then enjoy free time at the Khan el-Khalili Grand Bazaar. To conclude the day, you will return to your hotel for the night.

DAY 8: CAIRO – Origen SEE YOU SOON, SEE YOU SOON!! BECAUSE YOU’LL WANT TO COME BACK.

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, traveler, at the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport. There you will board a flight back.