Egypt: Pyramids, Temples & the Nile

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10 days

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I saw places I have only dreamed about. We sailed the Nile like kings & queens. I met people & would love to invite to dinner. I have been to a Mosque and learned about the practices. The people are lovely & their babies adorable. Egypt is in my heart. Thank you.

Marilyn B | Traveled in February

5 - Excellent

Carbon neutral

10 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Cairo, Egypt

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Highlights

Explore the Pyramids of Giza the Valley of the Kings and Abu Simbel.

Cruise the Nile on a traditional dahabiya sail boat and experience life along the Nile at a slower pace.

Visit Luxor temple at night.

Enjoy a meal with a local family in Aswan.

Dive into Egypt's fascinating history while looking at artifacts and mummies at the Egyptian Museum.

Itinerary

Egypt’s ancient wonders come alive on the "Egypt: Pyramids, Temples & the Nile" tour—a ten-day journey that goes far beyond the ordinary sightseeing trip. Starting and ending in Cairo, you’ll marvel at legendary archaeological treasures, from the awe-inspiring pyramids to temples that line the mighty Nile.

But there’s more: spend five nights on a traditional dahabiya sailboat, where the river’s gentle sounds and Egypt’s countryside create a timeless backdrop. Enjoy a home-cooked meal with a local family in Aswan, and explore Cairo’s celebrated Egyptian Museum.

The unique selling point? Deep cultural immersion—inviting you not only to see Egypt, but to truly experience its rhythms, flavors, and hospitality. For explorers seeking a trip that lingers in the memory, this tour is unmatched.

day 1Cairo

Famous for pyramids, temples and pharaohs, Egypt is so much more than its monuments and rich history, the deep-rooted culture makes it a very special place to explore. From chaotic Cairo to charming Nile riverbank villages, the people are warm and they sincerely open their hearts to visitors. We welcome you to Egypt, and invite you to be charmed by Egypt's 6000-plus years of living traditions.
Arrive to Cairo at any time and transfer to the hotel. Meet your fellow group members at the welcome meeting in the evening and get all the important information about the adventure ahead. Afterwards, head to a local restaurant perched overlooking the Pyramids.

Meal

Dinner

Accomodation

Cairo Pyramids Steigenberger Hotel (or similar)

Transport

Arrival Transfer

Included Activity

Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Giza

day 3Luxor

day 4Luxor

day 5Esna to Ramadi

day 6Ramadi to Herdyab Island

day 7Herdyab Island to Aswan

day 8Aswan to Cairo

day 9Cairo

day 10Cairo

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (4 nts), Traditional Dahabiya Nile Sailing Boat (5 nts).

Meals

9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners
Note: Allow USD110-145 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, Dahabiya, plane, walking.

Guide

Certified Egyptologist as CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, LuxorYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Local Living Moment: Nubian Village Visit, AswānYour OMG Day: Egyptian Lunch & Historic Walk or Downtown Cairo Food & Walking Tour, CairoComplimentary arrival transferWelcome dinnerGuided visit of Sakkara and and the Step Pyramid of ZoserGuided visit of the Pyramids of Giza and SphinxGuided visit to the temples of Dandara, Karnak and Luxor5-night traditional dahabiya sailing excursionGuided visit of the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Queen HatshepsutGuided visit of the tomb complex of El Kab and the temples of Edfu and Kom OmboGuided visit of Philea Temple in AswanFly in and fly out Abu Simbel tourVisit the Grand Egyptian MuseumFarewell DinnerDeparture transferInternal flights and all transport between destinations and to/from included activities

What's Excluded

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