Embark on the ultimate luxury Egypt trip, an 8-day private journey blending Cairo’s ancient wonders with the serene elegance of a Nile cruise. Your adventure begins in Cairo with a private guide, exploring the magnificent Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the vast collection at the new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), complete with a complimentary photo session.
Proceed your trip aboard the ultra-luxurious 5-star Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise. After flying to Luxor, you'll embark and immediately visit the colossal Karnak and Luxor Temples. You'll delve into the history of the West Bank, exploring the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Medinet Habu, and the Colossi of Memnon. Sailing south, you'll visit the best-preserved Temple of Edfu and the dual Kom Ombo Temple. In Aswan, your tour includes the Philae Temple and the Nubian Museum. All domestic flights, transfers with free WiFi, and all meals during the cruise are included, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience before your final departure from Cairo.
Welcome to Cairo! Your personal tour manager greets you at Cairo International Airport, assists with arrival, and provides your entry visa. You're then escorted in a VIP luxury vehicle to your 5-star hotel. Your manager will ensure a smooth check-in, review your itinerary, and confirm tour times. Enjoy a welcome drink before your overnight stay.
Overnight stay in Cairo.
After a delicious breakfast, your personal guide leads you to the Giza Plateau. You'll start by marveling at the Great Pyramids—one of the Seven Wonders of the World—and visit the iconic Sphinx and Valley Temple. Following an authentic Egyptian lunch, you head to the spectacular new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) for an archaeological visit. Return to your hotel for the night.
Overnight stay in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).
Following breakfast, you check out and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you're transferred directly to board the luxurious 5-star Oberoi Philae cruise ship for check-in. Lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, you visit the magnificent Karnak Temple and the impressive Luxor Temple. Dinner is served back on the ship, where you'll stay overnight.
Overnight on board the Oberoi Philae in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple
Enjoy an early breakfast before crossing to the West Bank of ancient Thebes. This comprehensive excursion includes the famous Valley of the Kings (with royal tombs like King Tut's), the Temple of Medinet Habu, Dier El Madina, and the towering Colossi of Memnon. You return to the ship for lunch as you sail to Esna and pass through the Esna lock. A cocktail reception precedes dinner.
Overnight on board the Oberoi Philae in Esna.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Medinet Habu, Dier El Madina, Colossi of Memnon.
The ship sails to Edfu early in the morning. After breakfast on board, you visit the Temple of Edfu, the ancient world's best-preserved structure, dedicated to Horus the falcon god. The ship then sails to Kom Ombo for lunch. Afterward, you visit the unique twin Temple of Kom Ombo, where you'll explore monuments dedicated to both the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Have dinner on board.
Overnight on board the Oberoi Philae in Kom Ombo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Temple of Edfu, Temple of Kom Ombo.
Enjoy delicious breakfast on the Oberoi Philae as you sail to Aswan. Upon your arrival, you will visit the High Dam and the wonderful Philae Temple. Lunch is served back on board, followed by a short motorboat trip to the Nubian Museum. Dinner is on the ship.
Overnight on board the Oberoi Philae in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: High Dam, Philae Temple, Nubian Museum.
Enjoy your delicious breakfast at your Cairo hotel. Tansfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
Meals: Breakfast