Travel Type
Guided Tours
Duration
13 Days/12 Nights
Country
Egypt
 

Embark on a 13-day journey through Egypt’s treasures, from Cairo to the Nile Valley. From the Pyramids of Giza and the ancient sites of Saqqara to the majestic temples of Karnak and Abu Simbel, as well as the Valley of the Kings and the peaceful banks of the Nile, this itinerary combines Egypt’s iconic ancient wonders with a week-long cruise aboard a riverboat. A fascinating immersion into more than 5,000 years of history, filled with cultural discoveries, iconic landscapes, and moments of relaxation.

Passengers must arrive in Cairo on a SATURDAY.

Inclusions

– 12-night accommodation: 5 nights in Cairo and 7 nights on Nile cruise
– 33 meals: 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 11 dinners
– All transfers (airport, hotel, cruise)
– Roundtrip domestic flights: Cairo-Luxor-Cairo
– Visit of Memphis and Saqqara (half day) with lunch
– Visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (half day) with lunch
– Visit of the Giza Plateau and Sphinx with lunch
– Karnak and Luxor Temples
– Colossi of Memnon
– Hatshepsut Temple
– Valley of the Kings (3 tombs)
– Ramses III Temple (Medinet Habu)
– Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
– Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam
– Felucca ride in Aswan
– Local English-speaking guide for all visits

Exclusions

International flights and airport taxes – Egyptian visa – Gratuities to hotel and cruise personnel, guides and drivers – Meals and beverages other than mentioned – Optional excursions – Travel insurance – All other items not mentioned in the Inclusions.

Additional Information

Visa

Starting December 1st, 2024, Canadian passport holders will be able to obtain a visa online prior to or upon arrival in Egypt.

1

DAY 1 ARRIVAL IN CAIRO (SATURDAY)

Meet and greet at Cairo Airport, assistance with customs formalities, then transfer to your hotel. Check-in, dinner, and overnight stay.

Accommodation : Cairo for 2 nights

2

DAY 2 SAQQARA AND MEMPHIS (SUNDAY)

After breakfast, depart for a visit to Memphis, the first capital of Ancient Egypt, and Saqqara, famous for its step pyramid — the oldest in the world. You will also discover recently unearthed tombs of high officials. Lunch included. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Cairo.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

3

DAY 3 CAIRO - LUXOR - NILE CRUISE EMBARKATION (MONDAY)

Transfer to the airport and flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, board your Nile cruise ship for an unforgettable week on the river. Lunch, dinner, and overnight on board.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Nile Cruise for 7 nights

4

DAY 4 LUXOR - EAST BANK (TUESDAY)

Visit the majestic Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex of antiquity, dedicated to Amun, then explore the beautifully preserved Luxor Temple. Return to the ship and begin sailing south.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5

DAY 5 EDFU - KOM OMBO (WEDNESDAY)

Cruise to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Continue to Kom Ombo, known for its unique double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris. Overnight on board.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

6

DAY 6 ASWAN (THURSDAY)

Depart for an unforgettable excursion to the Temple of Philae, accessible only by boat. Then visit the High Dam of Aswan, a modern engineering marvel. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful sail on a traditional felucca (sailboat) on the Nile.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7

DAY 7 FREE DAY ON BOARD (FRIDAY)

A relaxing day aboard the cruise or enjoy optional excursions, such as a visit to a Nubian village, the Aswan Museum, or an excursion to Abu Simbel.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8

DAY 8 LUXOR - WEST BANK (SATURDAY)

Visit the Theban Necropolis: the Colossi of Memnon, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, and the Medinet Habu Temple of Ramses III. Return to the ship.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

9

DAY 9 FREE DAY IN LUXOR (SUNDAY)

A final day at leisure in Luxor to explore or shop. Optional excursions available (e.g., sunrise hot air balloon flight).

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

10

DAY 10 LUXOR - CAIRO (MONDAY)

Transfer to the airport and flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (or the Museum of Antiquities, depending on availability), followed by a walk through the lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation : Cairo for 3 nights

11

DAY 11 GIZA PYRAMIDS AND SPHINX (TUESDAY)

A full day dedicated to discovering the Giza Pyramids, a timeless architectural wonder, and the mythical Sphinx. Dinner in a local restaurant and return to the hotel.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

12

DAY 12 FREE DAY IN CAIRO (WEDNESDAY)

Enjoy the day at your own pace or join optional tours: Citadel of Saladin, Coptic Quarter, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and more.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner

13

DAY 13 DEPARTURE FROM CAIRO (THURSDAY)

Breakfast at the hotel. Free time depending on your flight schedule. Transfer to Cairo International Airport.

Meals : Breakfast

HOTEL OPTIONS OR SIMILAR

Cairo

Azal Pyramids Hotel 4*

Nile Cruise

Nile Symphony 5*

Rates in CA$, per person, starting from

Land Portion

Departures 2026-2027Double OccupancySingle Occupancy
October 31, 2026
November 7, 14, 2026
January 9, 16, 2027
February 13, 20, 2027
March 6, 13, 2027
43895549
Optional Excursions
Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids169
Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple169
Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple169
Excursion to Abu Simbel by car439
Excursion to Abu Simbel by plane749
Visit to a Nubian village in Aswan149
Nubian Museum in Aswan149
Hot air balloon flight over Luxor at sunrise319
Day trip to Alexandria (catacombs, library, Qaitbay Citadel + lunch)359
Islamic and Coptic Cairo: Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue + lunch169

Product Code: MT

Passengers must arrive in Cairo on a SATURDAY.

Guaranteed departure in English from 2 people for all dates listed in the price table.

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Discover Egypt – Detailed itinerary
Discover Egypt – Detailed itinerary