12 Days: Cairo - Aswan - Edfu - Luxor

Tour overview:

Step into the timeless splendor of Egypt on an extraordinary journey through ancient wonders, legendary temples and the storied Nile. From the majestic Pyramids of Giza and the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum to the sacred temples of Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Abu Simbel, every day reveals another chapter of Egypt’s extraordinary past. The ultimate highlight awaits in Luxor, where you will witness a once-in-a-lifetime Solar Eclipse, as day transforms into twilight above the magnificent landscape of ancient Egypt. A luxurious Nile cruise, remarkable archaeological treasures and the magic of this rare celestial event combine to create an unforgettable Egyptian odyssey.

Day 1 - Arrive Cairo

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where you will be met by our local representative and assisted with airport formalities. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Rooms will be available from 15:00 hrs.

Accommodation: Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino - 3 Nights

Day 2 - Cairo

Morning breakfast.

09:00 – Visit the great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx

Lunch at local restaurant – Included

After lunch visit the Grand Egyptian Museum including the full collection of King Tutankhamen treasures.

Dinner on your own. (B, L)

Day 3 - Cairo.

Morning breakfast. 

09:00 - Visit the step Pyramid of Sakkara & Memphis

Lunch at local restaurant – Included

After lunch visit the Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque followed by visit of Khan El Khalili local market and Muiz Islamic Street

Dinner on your own. (B, L)

Day 4 - Cairo / Aswan

Morning Breakfast & Check out. 

Transfer to Cairo airport 

Fly to Aswan – 1 hour 20 min

Visit the High Dam, Philae temple and Unfinished Obelisk

Check in on your Nile Cruise. 

13:00 - Lunch on board. 

Free Afternoon at Leisure

19:30 - Dinner on board. 

Overnight in Aswan. Accommodation: Nile Story Nile Cruise – 7 Nights. (B,L,D)

Day 5 - Aswan / Kom Ombo / Edfu

Morning breakfast.

Morning at leisure

14:00 – Sail to Kom Ombo – 3 hours

17:00 - Visit the temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to both Horus and God Sobek

18:00 - Sail to Edfu - 5 hours

19:30 - Dinner on board. 

Overnight in Edfu. (B, D)

Day 6 - Edfu / Luxor

Morning breakfast.

Day sailing to Luxor – 9 hours.

13:00 - Lunch on board. 

19:30 - Dinner on board. 

Overnight in Luxor. (B,L,D)

Day 7 - Luxor

Morning breakfast. 

Solar Eclipse

13:00 - Lunch on board. 

16:00 - Explore Karnak and Luxor temples

19:30 - Dinner on board 

Overnight in Luxor. (B,L,D)

Day 8 - Luxor / Edfu

Morning breakfast.

08:00 - Visit the stunning tombs at the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut temple, and finally a photo stop by the giant Colossi of Memnon

13:00 - Sail to Edfu - 9 hours

Enjoy afternoon sailing and passing through Esna lock 

19:30 - Dinner on board. 

Overnight in Edfu. (B,D)

Day 9 - Edfu / Kom Ombo / Aswan

Morning breakfast.

07:30 - Visit the temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the well-preserved temples.

This visit is organized by horse carriage.

10:00 - Sail to Kom Ombo – 5 hours.

13:00 - Lunch on board.

15:30 - Afternoon visit the temple of Kom Ombo 

17:00 - Sail to Aswan – 3.5 hours.

19:30 - Dinner on board. 

Overnight in Aswan. (B,L,D)

Day 10 - Aswan / Abu Simbel / Aswan

Morning breakfast.

Drive to Abu Simbel - 3 hours

Visit Abu Simbel temple

Drive to Aswan - 3 hours

14:00 - Lunch on board. 

Afternoon at leisure

19:30 - Dinner on board.

Overnight in Aswan. (B,L,D)

Day 11 - Aswan / Cairo

Morning breakfast & check out.

Transfer to Aswan airport

Fly to Cairo – 1 hour 20 min

Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization including the Mummies room exhibition hall 

Lunch at local restaurant – Included

Visit the hanging church and st Serguis church

Hotel connected to City Stars mall so great opportunity to shop before going back home 

Dinner on your own. Accommodation: Intercontinental City Stars. (B,L)

Day 12 - Depart Cairo

Morning breakfast & check out

Proceed to Cairo airport for final departure – 15 min

Assistance through airport formalities.

Rooms will be available till 1200N. (B)

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