Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor
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Step through the great tour of an ancient world and indulge in the splendor of Egypt with a luxury Dahabiya Nile cruise from Egypt Online Tour. It's the epitome of elegance and adventure, interwoven into the remains of the past as one travels in unparalleled comfort. Make use of Egypt travel packages that have the attribute of a Luxury Egypt Tours on Dahabiya Nile cruise for a chic encounter with the best of what Egypt has in store for attractions. Enjoy opulent accommodation, top-class service, and seamless transport throughout.
Kick off your Egypt tours in Cairo, where you will view the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum. After that, fly to Luxor, then board the stunning Dahabiya cruiser for a week-long voyage down to Aswan, stopping at timeless spots along the way. Visit the grandeur of the Temple of Philae in Aswan. Again get back to Cairo to relax in the city before flying back home.
This 12-day Egypt luxury tour is the best of Cairo and Upper Egypt explorations take an Egypt Nile Cruise tailored Packages It's a romantic and memorable journey that provides a private guide, an Egyptologist, who would offer rich and engaging details throughout. Fine dining, admission tickets at places of interest, and hassle-free experience make it just perfect for travelers of all age groups and genders. Use Egypt Online Tour and enjoy the beauty of the Nile River at your leisure in wonderful conditions, with fine accommodations and great service.
Itinerary
The moment you clear immigration and meet your tour guide, your adventure through time will begin. He'll be there to assist and guide you to your accommodation at the exquisite Kempinski Nile Hotel. After checking into your hotel, you and he will review your itinerary and finalize pick-up times for your exciting day trips ahead, relax with a cold complimentary "welcome" drink in hand and the breathtaking views of Cairo stretching before you, then enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
The day trip will commence after breakfast, where you will first visit the ancient capital of Egypt in Memphis. This magnificent place was founded by King Menes during the Old Kingdom. You will then go to Sakkara, to have a tour around Djoser's Step Pyramid, overwhelmingly impressive evidence of the genius of architectural arts by the greatest architect Imhotep, built for King Zoser.
Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before visiting the Giza necropolis to view the three famous pyramids of Cheops, Mykerinus and Chefren, said to represent the Great Pyramids of Giza. Of course, you cannot miss viewing the Great Sphinx, the half-pharaoh, half-lion creature, but also the Valley Temple.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
After having a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel, start off for a visit to Cairo. Enjoy a private visit to the Egyptian Museum, and learn more about the rather exciting life of Tutankhamun. Be amazed at this beautiful display of artifacts and relive your love for wonders from Ancient Egypt this morning.
You will then be driven to the historic Citadel of Salah El Din, built in 1183 AD during the reign of Salah El Din to protect the city from Crusader invasions. Now, after seeing the citadel, you will be transferred to the magnificent Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, which is named for one of the most important, most powerful ancient Egyptian rulers ever known, whose reign lasted for more than 40 years.
After lunch and sumptuous, savoring food, start-off to El Khalili Bazaar without any doubt the finest shopping hub in the city and epitome of Middle Eastern tradition. En-route to the culminate your day, stop by some of Cairo's most incredible churches, like the Church of St. Barbara, the Church of Abu Serga, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Hanging Church.
You will then be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo to spend a relaxing evening in the heart of the city.
Meals Include :
Breakfast
Lunch
This morning after breakfast, drive to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor to begin your luxurious Dahabiya Nile cruise. Ahead is a week under sail through the very best river scenery on the Dahabiya, in style and safety, giving you the vacation of a lifetime.
Amon-Ra's gigantic temple complex at Karnak is up next after your onboard lunch. Powder your heart with Hypostyle Hall, with 137 columns; it is just an overwhelming view to behold. Also part of the equation is the Luxor Temple of the 28th Dynasty. You will stay overnight peacefully aboard your cruise ship in Luxor.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner.
Have breakfast on board the cruise, then start your tour of the various sights on the West Bank. First, you will visit the Valley of the Kings, where the tomb of Tutankhamun was discovered in the year 1922 by Howard Carter. Not to miss, next is a visit to the Valley of the Queens. Then, you will be taken around the impressive Colossi of Memnon and the stunning Madinat Habu temple.
Reboard your luxury Dahabiya Nile cruise and sail to Esna where you will moor for the night in a quiet area.
Including Meals:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
You will unwind as you cruise along the fabulous Nile River and you will be next to a picturesque island where you can have a sumptuous dinner and recharge another feverish day in Egypt.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
After breakfast on board, the cruise liner sails towards Edfu. Join a fascinating off-board excursion to the outstanding Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god—the finest-preserved ancient temple in Egypt. Proud hallways, intricate hieroglyphics, and you are whirled back in time to the days of the pharaohs. Marvel at the architectural genius and historical value that such a sacred site reflects.
You will, later on, board again for some rest, lunch, and enjoying the Nile River flowing by like an animated scene. Further, you will also be aboard this great Nile River boat for another magical night with the serene natural sounds and lapping of water against the hull of the ship while the sun sets, bathing everything in gold.
You will indulge in sumptuous cuisine throughout the day, offering a great deal of variety to represent the rich flavors of Egyptian gastronomy.
Meals Include
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Your day begins with a sumptuous breakfast on board your luxurious Dahabiya Nile cruise. You then relax as you sail toward the Ptolemaic Temple of Kom Ombo, where your tour visits the interesting double temple, one side dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek, and the other to the falcon god Horus. Enjoy the last evening on board and the stars, so numerous and bright, seem to hang just above you, a truly magical end to your time sharing the splendors of the Nile.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Another leisurely day, taking the sights and sounds of the Nile River. Sail to Aswan and overnight on the river.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Enjoy your day ashore in Aswan, off the cruise ship. You'll see the High Dam, completed in 1971. You will also explore the ruins of the Philae Temple with its even more interesting history, which was beautifully relocated in the same year as the completion date of the dam.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 11: Fly from Aswan to Cairo
Exciting day in Aswan, away from the cruise vessel, to the High Dam completed in 1971. Added to this is the introduction of the fascinating history about the Philae Temple and its fine reconstruction, dating back to the exact same year the High Dam was complete.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 12: Final Departure
This is your last day of the incredible 12-day Luxury Cairo & Dahabiya Nile Cruise holiday! You will enjoy your breakfast at your hotel, then check out. Your friendly local tour manager and driver will be waiting to assist you with your luggage and check-in at Cairo Airport. It's sadly time to say goodbye. As you board your flight, carry along unforgettable memories that words can hardly capture. We indeed treasure the opportunity to have been able to share with you some of the ancient wonders of this enchanting land.
Meals Included
Breakfast.
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