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Cairo: Take a short scenic flight to Luxor where you will begin your Nile Cruise.
Karnak: Stand amid a vast forest of columns in the largest temple complex known to man, as your Egyptologist explains the significance behind it. Walk the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes, see the of Rameses II and the Hypostyle Hall.
Luxor: Visit the Luxor Museum and discover ancient artefacts.
Dendera: At the Temple of Hathor, see a rare depiction of Cleopatra and Caesarian.
Aswan: Visit Aswan's High Dam and Granite Quarries to ponder why the unfinished Obelisk has been left in mid-creation for thousands of years.
Philae Island: Travel by motorboat to Philae Island and witness the majestic Temple of Isis rising from the waters.
Take a short boat ride to Philae Island, where the temple of Isis was carefully reassembled after the original site was submerged by the rising Nile. Enjoy a guided visit before the temple facade becomes a canvas for light and sound, recounting the myth of Isis and Hathor and the Nile’s sacred floods in a vivid display.
Kom Ombo: Visit the unique temple as it is the only double temple in Egypt.
Luxor: Visit Luxor Temple, constructed approximately 1400 BC. Look to the top of the remaining Pylon of Ramses II and step into the ancient monument.
Luxor: Enjoy your short flight returning to Cairo.
Cairo: Uncover Cairo’s rich heritage at the UNESCO-listed Citadel, a commanding fortress that shaped Egypt’s history for centuries. With your Egyptologist, step inside the Great Alabaster Mosque, where soaring domes, intricate stained glass and the tomb of Sultan Muhammad Ali create a moment of quiet reflection. From its hilltop setting, take in sweeping views over the city below.
Cairo: At the Grand Egyptian Museum, discover the complete collection from Tutankhamun’s tomb — displayed together for the first time — from ceremonial beds to his golden funerary mask. With your Egyptologist, explore the reconstructed solar barque once buried beside the Great Pyramid of Giza, stand before the 11‑metre statue of Ramses II, and wander through one of the largest collections of ancient artefacts spanning the Predynastic to the Greco‑Roman eras.
Memphis: Visit this famous capital of the ancient world to see the statue of Ramses II and the Great Alabaster Sphinx.
Saqqara Necropolis: View the oldest pyramid in the world, the Step Pyramid of Zoser I, existing for over 4,500 years.
Giza: With your Egyptologist, meet the enigmatic Sphinx and venture deep inside one of the pyramids, to the chambers where the pharaohs went to meet their Gods in the afterlife.
Giza: Admire the remaining Wonders of the Ancient World as you explore through the Pyramids of Giza and the mighty Sphinx. Hear about Egyptian history as you walk through the National Archaeological Museum and learn the art of making papyrus paper out of reeds when you visit a Papyrus Institute.
Philae Island: Travel by motorboat to Philae Island and witness the majestic Temple of Isis rising from the waters.
Take a short boat ride to Philae Island, where the temple of Isis was carefully reassembled after the original site was submerged by the rising Nile. Enjoy a guided visit before the temple facade becomes a canvas for light and sound, recounting the myth of Isis and Hathor and the Nile’s sacred floods in a vivid display.
Kom Ombo: Visit the unique temple as it is the only double temple in Egypt.
Luxor: Visit Luxor Temple, constructed approximately 1400 BC. Look to the top of the remaining Pylon of Ramses II and step into the ancient monument.
Luxor: Enjoy your short flight returning to Cairo.
Cairo: Uncover Cairo’s rich heritage at the UNESCO-listed Citadel, a commanding fortress that shaped Egypt’s history for centuries. With your Egyptologist, step inside the Great Alabaster Mosque, where soaring domes, intricate stained glass and the tomb of Sultan Muhammad Ali create a moment of quiet reflection. From its hilltop setting, take in sweeping views over the city below.
Cairo: At the Grand Egyptian Museum, discover the complete collection from Tutankhamun’s tomb — displayed together for the first time — from ceremonial beds to his golden funerary mask. With your Egyptologist, explore the reconstructed solar barque once buried beside the Great Pyramid of Giza, stand before the 11‑metre statue of Ramses II, and wander through one of the largest collections of ancient artefacts spanning the Predynastic to the Greco‑Roman eras.
Memphis: Visit this famous capital of the ancient world to see the statue of Ramses II and the Great Alabaster Sphinx.
Saqqara Necropolis: View the oldest pyramid in the world, the Step Pyramid of Zoser I, existing for over 4,500 years.
Giza: With your Egyptologist, meet the enigmatic Sphinx and venture deep inside one of the pyramids, to the chambers where the pharaohs went to meet their Gods in the afterlife.
Giza: Admire the remaining Wonders of the Ancient World as you explore through the Pyramids of Giza and the mighty Sphinx. Hear about Egyptian history as you walk through the National Archaeological Museum and learn the art of making papyrus paper out of reeds when you visit a Papyrus Institute.
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Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino HotelMS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar) HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.Aswan: Savour cocktails and canapés at the historic Old Cataract Hotel while watching the sunset over the Nile. Enjoy this blend of natural beauty and timeless elegance for an unforgettable experience.
Meals
Breakfast (x11)Lunch (x7)Dinner (x7)Afternoon TeaLuxor: Get to know your fellow travellers over a delightful drink followed by dinner.Kom Ombo: Learn about traditional Egyptian attire and immerse yourself in local culture at an Egyptian dinner and galabeya party.Luxor: Satisfy your curiosity and your taste buds over an Egyptian cooking class with your talented onboard chef. Learn the time-honoured secrets behind how to make Egyptian vegetable Moussaka, a beloved Egyptian dish made of eggplant, tomatoes and peppers.
Transport
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Guide
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
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Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Aswan: In Aswan, meet the women of a local women-owned co-operative whose mission is to support vulnerable women from the local villages to learn new skills and become financially independent. The organisation provides a hub of support and comfort for over 300 women who may live in poverty or suffer from loneliness and want to become financially independent. Thanks to their newly learnt skills, the women are now able to provide the main source of income for their family. The co-op also strives to reduce waste with a secondary mission to ensure a garbage-free world by using waste and natural material like bamboo or palm trees to create fine handicrafts. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality."Koshari is our national dish, and it never disappoints. Believed to have originated in the 19th century, this vegetarian street food staple is made of rice, pasta, lentils, and chickpeas, topped with delicious fried onions and a spicy tomato-based garlic sauce.""I love to share our Ancient Egyptian civilization and history with our guests and to explain all the details and stories related to Egyptian mythology so our guests can enjoy a very special guided vacation.""The Abu Simbel Temples are utterly unique in scale, architecture, art and history. From one of the most prominent eras of Ancient Egyptian history, these magnificent structures emphasise how persistent and clever ancient Egyptian architects were to carve a mountain to make such incredible tributes for Egyptian deities."Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.Aswan: Delve into the fascinating history of papyrus. Experience a fascinating demonstration on how the ancient Egyptians used papyrus leaves for writing. Learn how paper was made from the papyrus water-plant which grew abundantly in the marshy delta of the Nile. Be amazed at the history of when excavators of a tomb at Saqqara discovered the earliest known roll of papyrus, dating to around 2900 B.C. You’ll also receive a small gift to commemorate your visit.Aswan: Discover the ancient art of belly dancing, reported as far back as the 4th century as an identifying element of Egyptian culture.Aswan: On a traditional Nile felucca, meet a sailor and learn the art of sailing this ancient Nile craft. Visit the High Dam and Granite Quarries.Luxor: Get up close and personal with ancient history at the Valley of the Queens. Located amid the hills along the western bank of the Nile River in Upper Egypt, this site was a burial ground first for officials and later for royal wives, daughters and sons from 1550 to 1080 BC. You can visit from a selection of tombs open to the public.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
This is a busy itinerary but we also had some down time to recover from the heat!
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Sandra M.Verified Traveler
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Learn about the spaces you will see before you go.
It is alot of information which Evan be cemented in memory once you visit.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
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Visited all the expected sites as well as some unexpected ones. Cocktails at The Old Cataract Hotel was a treat! I was glad I came in a day early as the first day was a super early start and full of touring. Maybe add a day on the front end of the trip? I was a bit disappointed that at least one dinner out in Cairo wasn't included. With a group of women and the traffic in Cairo none of us were up to venturing out on our own to find a restaurant. A bit disappointing to eat all our meals at the hotel.
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I had an amazing time with our Wonders of Egypt Tour Women Only Tour with Insight Vacations. From arrival airport transfer to departure transfer, everything was well planned and executed in a professional manner. Our tour guide for the entire trip, was excellent. Very professional, courteous and informative - she gave enough history to educate us but not overwhelm us, loved the way she explained often complicated stories of the myriads of pharaohs & Egyptian gods. She took excellent care of us and was flexible in accommodating our requests to start our excursions early in the morning to beat the heat and crowds which worked out really well as we thoroughly enjoyed our highlight on the last day at Giza with hardly any crowds as we braved the narrow tunnels into the tombs of the pyramid.
This Wonders of Egypt-Women Only Tour covered the highlights of Egypt including the wonderful high tea at the famed Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan, the enchanting felucca ride, a visit to an Egyptian family farm , all the mesmerizing ancient monuments, temples plus the awe-inspiring history of the ancient Egypt civilization and Egyptian mythology. This was an absolutely not-to-miss tour!
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Susan E.Verified Traveler
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The only thing I would change is that the first day - coming right after most people had taken trans-oceanic flights and still had jet lag - was too demanding (flying to Luxor, touring Karnak before checking into ship). It would have been better to have a lighter Day One to allow for rest and time zone adjustment, and do Karnak on the way back.
The all-women's tour group and the Tour Director were outstanding and hugely enhanced the experience.
Tipping became a constant irritant and would be better if Tour Director handled tips and Insight appropriately raised the package cost, to alleviate that daily chore (ensuring correct currency & denominations, ATM visits, etc.). PS - bring American dollars in small bills.
Overall, a fascinating country, knowledgeable and constantly helpful Tour Director, and a good balance of historic and current experiences. Aswan (and the Cataract Hotel) was a definite highlight, and don't pass on Abu Simbel. It is worth the cost; as is the Aswan boat tour of the Nile (two options worth doing).
Step aboard a women-only adventure through Egypt with the 'Splendours of Egypt, a Women-Only Tour.' This 12-day cruise and sightseeing trip starts and ends in Cairo, guiding you to Kom Ombo, Luxor, and the timeless treasures along the Nile.
Cruise past ancient temples, savor the mystique of the Valley of the Kings and Queens, and enjoy a sundowner at the legendary Old Cataract Hotel, once frequented by Churchill and Agatha Christie. In Cairo, marvel at the Step Pyramid of King Zoser and stand before the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, witnessing a mesmerizing sound and light show.
The tour goes beyond monuments, offering guests the chance to meet local women, learn belly dancing, and discover the art of papyrus-making. Comfortable accommodations, guided transport, and meals ensure an effortless trip, while the unique women-only setting fosters camaraderie and cultural insight. The special highlight? Immersive connections with Egypt’s past and present women—making this tour package a truly unforgettable experience.
day 1 - Arrive in Cairo
Welcome to the timeless land of the pharaohs. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, youll be transferred to your hotel, where youll have time to unwind and enjoy the hotel's elegant amenities. Later, get acquainted with your Travel Director and fellow travellers over a drink, toasting the start of your Egyptian adventure.
In the morning, fly to Luxor and visit the huge temple complex of Karnak. Walk through the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes to stand among the columns of the Hypostyle Hall. Later, transfer to your cruise ship, your home for the next seven nights. After lunch on board, take a walk through the Luxor Museum and admire its collection of ancient artefacts. In the evening, enjoy dinner on the ship and unwind at your leisure.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location Visited:Cairo, Luxor
Accommodation:MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar)
day 3 - Exploring Dendera and on to Edfu
A day of legend and history awaits you today as you begin with a morning visit to the Temple of Hathor in Dendera. One of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, it features a rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarian, whose father was Julius Caesar. At lunchtime return to your ship and enjoy a scenic journey through the Esna Lock en route to Edfu.
Start the day with breakfast as you cruise along the Nile to Kom Ombo, before continuing to the city of Aswan. Renowned for its archaeological sites, including the Philae Temple Complex and the Temple of Isis, Aswan is a vibrant destination that portrays an appealing blend of ancient and contemporary Egypt. In the evening, enjoy a fun-filled Egyptian dinner and galabeya party.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location Visited:Edfu, Aswan
Accommodation:MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar)
day 5 - Aswans High Dam & Temple of Isis
Todays sightseeing includes a visit to Aswan's High Dam and granite quarries to see the enormous unfinished obelisk. Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis, which rises from the waters of the Nile on the Island of Philae. The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the facilities on your cruise ship. Ask your Travel Director for recommendations on things to do onboard or perhaps request for more insights into Egypts fascinating history?
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location Visited:Aswan
Accommodation:MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar)
day 6 - Feluccas and Sundowner
Throughout your journey youll have seen many feluccas sailing along the Nile. Now its your turn to explore one for yourself. On board this traditional vessel, meet a local sailor who shares the history and techniques behind navigating this culturally significant boat. Visit the local womens co-op on your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience and see how scrap materials are transformed into fine handicrafts, supporting vulnerable women in the community. As the sun begins to set, enjoy high tea at the historic Old Cataract Hotel, just like Sir Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie once did. Round off the day with an atmospheric Sound and Light Show at Philae Island, where the temples illuminated facade becomes the stage for tales of Isis, Hathor and the sacred Nile.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner
Location Visited:Aswan
Accommodation:MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar)
day 7 - Free Time and on to Kom Ombo Relaxed Start
With the morning free, perhaps join an Optional Experience to Abu Simbel. These temples overlook Lake Nasser and consist of the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Hathor. Later, sail to Kom Ombo to visit Egypt's the only double temple, dedicated to two gods: the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus the Elder.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location Visited:Aswan, Kom Ombo
Accommodation:MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar)
day 8 - Cruising the Nile to Luxor
Cruise along the majestic waters of the Nile and enjoy the facilities on board. Keep your cameras ready for the sights as you leisurely make your way to Luxor. Indulge your culinary side during an Egyptian Cooking Class, where you'll prepare traditionalmoussaka. In the evening, conclude the day visiting Luxor Temple, where your ship will dock for the night.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location Visited:Kom Ombo, Luxor
Accommodation:MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar)
day 9 - Explore Luxor and fly to Cairo
This morning, disembark from your cruise and travel to the west bank of the Nile. Delve into history seeing both the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings where many pharaohs were buried, including Hatshepsut, Amenhotep I and Tutankhamun. Enhance your discovery with a visit to the Valley of the Queens. This site houses over 75 tombs belonging to queens of the 19th and 20th dynasties, as well as other members of the royal families, including the tomb of Nefertari and the Ramesside princes. Later, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo.
This morning, ascend to the Citadel for sweeping views over the city. While here, visit the Alabaster Mosque, otherwise known as the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, regarded as the founder of modern Egypt. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to a remarkable collection of ancient artefacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun.
Today youll head to Memphis, the legendary capital of the ancient world. Once the heart of Egypts Old Kingdom, it was a flourishing centre of politics, religion and art. Marvel at the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Great Alabaster Sphinx, believed to represent Queen Hatshepsut. Continue to Sakkara to view the extraordinary Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest in Egypt, designed by the architect Imhotep around 2700 B.C. This afternoon, journey to Giza to come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx. Gather at your hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travellers to share canapes and a drink, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.
