Highlights
Explore Luxor and Cairo with an Egyptologist
Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Temple of Amun, Luxor Museum, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon in Luxor, the Temple of Kom Ombo and the Temple of Isis on the island of Philae
View the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan, the Citadel, Alabaster and Sultan Hassan Mosques in Cairo and the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx at Giza
See the Ramses II statue and Alabaster Sphinx in Memphis and the Step Pyramid in Saqqara
Sail in a felucca across the Nile
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star hotel and overnight cruise stays
Deluxe coach and cruise travel, and select flights
Luxor: Visit the Temple of Amun and the formidable Avenue of the Sphinxes where you can discover the remnants of ancient Thebes.
Luxor: Spend the day discovering the wonders of the Luxor Museum.
Valley of the Kings: Discover the ancient history behind the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs and Queen Hatshepsut's Temple at the Valley of the Kings.
Kom Ombo: Discover the temple of Kom Ombo and discover the wonders of the duo gods Horus the Elder and Sobek.
Temple of Philae: Enjoy a day filled of wonder at the Temple of Isis.
Cairo: Spend your day enjoying the sights of the Hanging Church of St. Mary or embark on a journey to see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque.
Cairo: See Tutankhamun’s treasures on full display at the Grand Egyptian Museum — from gilded beds and chariots to his iconic golden mask. Join an Egyptologist to explore over 100,000 ancient artefacts, including colossal statues, ornate coffins and the world’s oldest prosthetic.
Giza: Enjoy a day gazing at the Great Pyramids of Giza and its treasures - the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the Colossus of Rames II.
Cairo: Nile cruises emerged in the early 19th century as travellers sought to explore Egypt's ancient wonders by boat. The Nile has always played a crucial role in Egyptian life from the transportation of goods, to enriching wildlife. Take in the cultural and historic significance of the Nile as you drift along the famous river during your overnight cruise.
Luxor: Enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest encounter on the banks of the Nile where your hosts, the El Boerey family, will share their stories about family life in a typical Luxor village. Savour a local culinary tradition of mint tea and freshly baked local bread with honey.
Cairo: Be mesmerised by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school. This ancient and traditional Egyptian craft is one of the oldest in the country, and only few schools have been safeguarding the traditional weaving methods on wooden looms, using silk and cotton, and natural dyes. More than carpets, they come to life as unique works of art. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Resilient Cities and Communities.
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star hotel and overnight cruise stays
Deluxe coach and cruise travel, and select flights
Luxor: Visit the Temple of Amun and the formidable Avenue of the Sphinxes where you can discover the remnants of ancient Thebes.
Luxor: Spend the day discovering the wonders of the Luxor Museum.
Valley of the Kings: Discover the ancient history behind the final resting place of Egypt's Pharaohs and Queen Hatshepsut's Temple at the Valley of the Kings.
Kom Ombo: Discover the temple of Kom Ombo and discover the wonders of the duo gods Horus the Elder and Sobek.
Temple of Philae: Enjoy a day filled of wonder at the Temple of Isis.
Cairo: Spend your day enjoying the sights of the Hanging Church of St. Mary or embark on a journey to see the ancient Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque.
Cairo: See Tutankhamun’s treasures on full display at the Grand Egyptian Museum — from gilded beds and chariots to his iconic golden mask. Join an Egyptologist to explore over 100,000 ancient artefacts, including colossal statues, ornate coffins and the world’s oldest prosthetic.
Giza: Enjoy a day gazing at the Great Pyramids of Giza and its treasures - the Step Pyramid of Saqqara and the Colossus of Rames II.
Cairo: Nile cruises emerged in the early 19th century as travellers sought to explore Egypt's ancient wonders by boat. The Nile has always played a crucial role in Egyptian life from the transportation of goods, to enriching wildlife. Take in the cultural and historic significance of the Nile as you drift along the famous river during your overnight cruise.
Luxor: Enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest encounter on the banks of the Nile where your hosts, the El Boerey family, will share their stories about family life in a typical Luxor village. Savour a local culinary tradition of mint tea and freshly baked local bread with honey.
Cairo: Be mesmerised by the intricate art of Egyptian carpet weaving as you meet the skilled artisans of a local weaving school. This ancient and traditional Egyptian craft is one of the oldest in the country, and only few schools have been safeguarding the traditional weaving methods on wooden looms, using silk and cotton, and natural dyes. More than carpets, they come to life as unique works of art. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Resilient Cities and Communities.
Itinerary
If Egypt’s mysteries have long called to you, the Best of Egypt trip delivers a journey worthy of an explorer’s heart. Over 9 days, this guided cruise tour reveals Cairo’s ancient marvels, from the Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx to the ornate Tomb of the Nobles. Glide along the Nile, passing pharaonic temples in Luxor and uncovering Nubian treasures in Aswan. Designed for travelers comfortable with moderate activity, your days blend awe-inspiring sightseeing with the serenity of river cruising. Accommodations, transport, meals, and expert guidance are all included, ensuring a seamless adventure. What truly sets this trip apart? It’s the opportunity to experience Egypt’s legendary sites from an unparalleled river vantage—combining history, comfort, and adventure in one unforgettable package.
day 1Welcome to Cairo
Welcome to Cairo, Egypt's dynamic capital and the start of your journey through the land of the Pharaohs. After your airport transfer, take time to unwind and get settled. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over a drink. It's your first chance to connect and get a feel for this extraordinary city.
day 2Fly to Luxor and Embark on Your Nile Cruise
day 3A Day to Explore the Valley of the Kings
day 4Journey to Ancient Kom Ombo
day 5Onwards to Aswan
day 6Disembark and Fly to Cairo
day 7Discover Colourful Cairo
day 8Admire the Wonders of Giza
day 9Farewell Cairo
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It was a great itinerary. We saw several places, stayed in hotels with excellent service. Had excellent service by Trafalgar pre-trip and during the trip.
The itinerary was planned & scheduled well in my opinion. Our Travel Director was informed & was excellent in spreading that knowledge.
It was better than we could imagine. From the moment we got of the plane till we fareweld Egypt. The tour guide was amazing..
The overall experience, level of service, attention to details, array of sites visited, cultural engagement, pacing, and educational talks from our guide were all superior and well above expectations. An excellent value for the experience we were provided. We added one extra day/night on the front end of the trip to add a day trip to see key sites in the ancient city of Alexandria, which I highly recommend.
This was a very fun informative and action tour the people who looked after us could not do enough for you tour guide was funny and informative very entertaining and enjoyable tour would recommend it too anyone
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