Daily Tour
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Embark on a 12-day adventure through the heart of ancient Egypt, exploring the iconic cities of Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor. Experience the luxury and tranquility of a 5-night Dahabiya cruise along the Nile River, gliding through serene landscapes and enjoying breathtaking sunsets.
Discover the timeless wonders of the pyramids, temples, and tombs, and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture. This unforgettable journey offers a perfect blend of history, adventure, and relaxation.
Giza Pyramids
Sakkara
Karnak Temple
Valley of the Queens
Edfu
Kom Ombo
High dam
Temple of Philae
Alabaster mosque of Mohammed Ali
Arrival at Cairo airport. Our representative will welcome you and assist you with passport control formalities, baggage identification and porterage. Transfer by private air-conditioned car to your hotel and overnight at your hotel in Cairo
Overnight in Cairo hotel.
Meals : Welcome Drink
After enjoying your breakfast in your hotel in Cairo Start to visit The Pyramids
Witness: Giza Pyramids (the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure):
One of the most mysterious seven wonders of the ancient world (and the only one that still exists.)
-Pyramid of Khufu:
The construction of the pyramid dates from approximately the year 2560 BC, when it was built as a tomb for the pharaoh khufu, and its construction continued over a period of 20 years.
– Pyramid of Khafre
It is one of the pyramids of Giza in Egypt. it is built by King Khafre. Lower in height than his father’s pyramid (Khufu), it is built on an area of 215 square meters and has two entrances on the northern side. It still retains some of its outer covering at the top.
-Pyramid of Menkaure
It is the smallest of the three main pyramids of the giza pyramid complex located on the Giza plateau in the southwestern suburbs of cairo, egypt. It is believed to have been built to serve as a tomb for the Egyptian pharaoh Mykarenus.
Then proceeding to witness: Sphinx
Known in Arabic as Abu Al Hol (Father of Terror), this sculpture of a man with the haunches of a lion was dubbed the Sphinx by the ancient Greeks because it resembled their mythical winged monster that set riddles and killed anyone unable to answer them.
Then we will move to the valley temple of king Khafre
That was the mortuary temple of king Khafre and his family members. It is considered one of the wellpreserved temples in Egypt.
Then proceeding to witness: Saqqara (Step Pyramid)
Covering a 7km stretch of the Western Desert, Saqqara, the huge cemetery of ancient Memphis, was an active burial ground for more than 3500 years and is Egypt’s largest archaeological site. The necropolis is situated high above the Nile Valley’s cultivation area, and is the final resting place for deceased pharaohs and their families, administrators, generals and sacred animals. The name Saqqara is most likely derived from Sokar, the Memphite god of the dead.
-Overnight in Cairo hotel.
-Meals: Breakfast.
Breakfast, morning free, then afternoon flight to Luxor ,arrive in Luxor and transfer to hotel.
-Overnight in Luxor hotel.
– Included Meals: Breakfast , Dinner.
This morning, your East Bank tour begins with a visit to Karnak Temple.
Luxor Temple is a sign of ancient Egyptian civilization, and is a monument of great beauty in the heart of the modern city of Luxor. Although dozens of centuries have passed since its construction, it remains a witness to the greatness of a civilization that did not disappear, and today it is classified as one of the best preserved Egyptian temples and the most beautiful building, and in it the Egyptian temple plan is evident and clearer. One of the inner chambers contains a group of scenes known as Divine Birth Scenes, as it tells the story of King Amenhotep III’s lineage with the idol Amun-Ra himself.
Then proceed to witness Karnak Temple
Karnak is an extraordinary complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons and obelisks dedicated to the Theban triad but also to the greater glory of pharaohs. The site covers more than 2 sq km; it’s large enough to contain about 10 cathedrals. At its heart is the Temple of Amun, the earthly ‘home’ of the local god. Built, added to, dismantled, restored, enlarged and decorated over nearly 1500 years, Karnak was the most important place of worship in Egypt during the New Kingdom.
-Overnight in Luxor hotel.
– Included Meals: Breakfast , Dinner.
Early breakfast and departure from the hotel.
(There is the possibility of getting up at dawn to take a hot air balloon flight over Luxor. Please advise at time of booking if you would like to take this excursion.)
The Valley of the Kings
also known as the “Valley of the Gates of the Kings” in Egypt, it was used for 500 years in the period between the 16th and 11th centuries BC. to build tombs for the pharaohs and nobles of the modern state.
The Temple of Hatshepsut
The Temple of Hatshepsut or Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is an Eighteenth Dynasty temple of Egypt and the best remaining temples were built about 3,500 years ago in Deir el-Bahari, Egypt
The Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are two huge statues that were built around the year 1350 BC, and are all that remains of a temple in memory of the pharaoh (Amenhotep III), located in western Thebes, Egypt. They belong to King Amenhotep III, one of the kings of the 18th dynasty, which is the strongest ruling family in the history of ancient Egypt
then transfer to Esna and board your boat.
Welcome to our Premotel Dahabya the Nile Spirit; meet our captain and crew for a welcome drink and an introductory meeting with your private Egyptologist and enjoy lunch on board. Start browsing – Head to El Hagz Island and enjoy your dinner on board.
Night mooring next to El Hagz Island.
-Overnight on board of Luxury Dahabya.
– Included Meals: Breakfast , Dinner.
At sunrise, sail to Edfu and enjoy your breakfast while sailing on the Nile. Arrive in Edfu and your private carriage will take you from the boat to visit the legendary Temple of Horus
Temple of Edfu ( by horse caredge or Car )
The Temple of Horus in Edfu, an ancient place dedicated to the cult of the son of Osiris and Isis, the falcon god, is one of the best preserved temples in all of Egypt.
The Temple of Horus, also known as Edfu, is located in the center of the city of the same name. Located 100 km from Luxor and 130 km from Aswan, it is an obligatory point of passage due to its extraordinary historical and architectural importance during a cruise on the Nile.
Lunch on board and mooring at the edge of the island.
-Overnight on board of Luxury Dahabya. –
Included Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner.
At Sunrise started sailing from Farris Island to Kom Ombo, enjoy your breakfast on board. Arrive at Kom Ombo and visit
Temples of Kom Ombo
Standing on a promontory at a bend in the Nile, where in ancient times sacred crocodiles basked in the sun on the riverbank, is the Temple of Kom Ombo, one of the Nile Valley’s most beautifully sited temples. Unique in Egypt, it is dedicated to two gods; the local crocodile god Sobek, and Haroeris (from har-wer), meaning Horus the Elder
After your visit, we will continue sailing to Aswan.
Lunch and dinner on the Dahabya with a day of relaxation and discovery of the sites of the Nile.
-Overnight on board of Luxury Dahabya.
– Included Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner.
Lunch on board and mooring at the edge of the island.
-Overnight on board of Luxury Dahabya. –
Included Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner.
Early in the morning it is possible to visit the spectacular temples of Abu Simbel by plane
– optional tour. Built by Ramses II, the setting of this magnificent structure, alongside the shores of Lake Nasser, makes it one of the most spectacular sites in Egypt. (Please advise at time of booking if you would like to do this excursion.) Lunch on the Dahabiya. Free afternoon – leisure.
-Overnight on board of Luxury Dahabya.
– Included Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner.
After breakfast, visit the high dam, the old dam and the magnificent temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, it Aswan airport for your Egypt Air flight to Cairo (1 hour 25 minutes). Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to your hotel for a free day. -Overnight in Cairo hotel. – Included Meals: Breakfast.
After breakfast, you will appreciate the legendary treasures of the Egyptian Museum. Visit Salah El Din Citadel including Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque:
The Citadel is one of Cairo’s main attractions and probably the most popular Islamic moment in Cairo. Salah El-Din built it in 1176 AD, it was the place of most Egypt’s rulers for 700 years between the 9th and 12th century. Mohammed Ali was the last ruler in the citadel.
Muhammad Ali Mosque
The Muhammad Ali Mosque is located within the Citadel of Salah al-Din, and was built by Muhammad Ali in 1848. This mosque was called the Alabaster Mosque, referring to the marble slabs that covered its interior walls. It was also called Alabaster Mosque which is one of the types of marble used in construction, also There is inside this Moeshea the tomb of Muhammad Ali.
Then move to visit (The Egyptian Museum)
The Egyptian Museum is the oldest museum in the world entirely dedicated to Egyptian culture, which is why there is a private guide who talks and explains the fundamental stages of its formation, from the birth of the collection to the present day.
Among the museum’s unparalleled antiquities is the Narmer painting, which immortalizes the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt under one king, and is among the museum’s priceless artifacts. In addition to a large group of statues of the great Kings, Cheops, Chephren and Menkaure, the builders of the Pyramids of Giza.
Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary)
The hanging church is considered as the oldest Coptic church in Egypt, known as the the hanging church or the Virgin Mary church. Located at old Coptic Cairo.
It was called the Suspended Church because it was built on two of the ancient towers of the Roman fort. (Fortress of Babylon), and the Hanging Church is the oldest surviving church in Egypt. Therefore the church is a very important and absolutely unmissable stop on the tourist itinerary focused on the places linked to the Holy Family, which characterize the capital of Egypt. The internal decorations feature icons in Greek Orthodox style and have thirteen pillars, which respectively represent Christ and the twelve apostles.
Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus
Explore old Cairo with its famous old churches The Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, also known as Abu Serga.
It is the ancient church built on the site where the Holy Family resided during their escape journey, Its current location is what is known as the Complex of Religions in Old Cairo, within the Fortress of Babylon. Like many other early Christian churches, the Abu Serga church and its underground cave were designed according to the layout of a basilica, thus together consisting of three parts: the porch, the nave and the sanctuary (the cave is under the sanctuary). The church is notable for its unique architectural and artistic elements which reflect the spirit of Coptic church architecture in Egypt. These include the pulpit, font, ivory and wood inlaid templons, and unique religious decoration of saints and apostles.
Then, you will have free time in the ancient markets of Khan El Khalili Bazaar for some last minute shopping.
-Overnight in Cairo hotel.
– Included Meals: Breakfast.
Farewell to Egypt as our tour ends today after breakfast. Transfer to Cairo International Airport
Included Meals: Breakfast.
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