Egypt Tour with Luxury Nile Cruise

Suggested Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive Cairo
A welcome on arrival into the Egyptian capital. Transfer by private vehicle to your luxury hotel.
Cairo hotel (choice of category)

Day 2: Cairo (B,L,D)
This morning walk through 7,000 years of history at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities including the treasures of Tutankhamen and the Mummy Room. After lunch visit the Pyramids of Giza, the only present day survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, then view the enigmatic Sphinx, the remarkably preserved Solar Boat and enter the burial chamber of Cheops. Tonight enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Cairo hotel (choice of category)

Day 3: Design Your Day Cairo (B,L)
The dazzling city of Cairo has much to offer, ancient monuments, glittering mosques, imposing citadels, a labyrinthine bazaar and old Coptic churches. Choose two of the following activities. Visit the necropolis of Saqqara and the impressive new museum of Imhotep; tour on foot through the attractions of Islamic Cairo; search for treasure in the colourful aisles of the Khan El Khalili bazaar or tour old Coptic Cairo including the Coptic Museum
Cairo hotel (choice of category)

Day 4: Cairo – Luxor (B,L,D)
An early flight south to Luxor to board the stately Sun Boat IV, your home afloat for the next four nights. Explore the temple of Karnak on the East Bank before crossing the river for an adventure in the Valley of the Kings and Queens including a descent into Ramses VI’s Tomb. Time also to visit the spectacular Hatshepsut’s Temple. Join the Captain this evening for a complimentary cocktail and canapés
Sun Boat IV (choice of category)

Days 5-7: Nile Cruise (B,L,D)
The next three days are spent on the Nile with daily forays accompanied by your Egyptologist. Unique inclusions on this cruise are some of the more remote attractions north of Luxor: Qena and the Temple of Hathor in Denderah. The Luxor Temple is another highlight before travelling south to the Pharaonic temple of Horus at Edfu and the temple of Kom Ombo which is floodlit at night. Arriving into Aswan, Egypt’s southernmost town, the afternoon is spent sailing around the islands by felucca seeing Lord Kitchener’s Island and the Agha Khan mausoleum as you pass. The majestic Philae Temple and the High Dam are also visited
Sun Boat IV (choice of category)

Day 8: Aswan – Cairo (B)

Before returning to Cairo you have the option of visiting the colossal temples of Abu Simbel beside Lake Nasser, one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring sights (additional cost)
Cairo hotel (choice of category)

Day 9: Depart Cairo (B)
Departure from Cairo
For departure dates and pricing categories contact your Concierge Traveller Advisor

Prices and departures may vary please contact your Concierge Traveller Advisor for more information.

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