10-Day Egypt Luxury Adventure with Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Overview

Journey through Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan in style, including a 4-night Dahabiya Nile cruise, private tours, and exclusive cultural experiences.

About This Package

Set out on an extraordinary 10-day journey through Egypt, blending the wonders of Cairo and Luxor with the refined comfort of a 4-night Dahabiya Nile Cruise. Begin your adventure in the vibrant capital, where you’ll roam among the majestic Giza Pyramids, delve into the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and immerse yourself in the city’s dynamic atmosphere.

Venture to Luxor to experience the splendor of ancient temples and royal tombs with guidance from knowledgeable Egyptologists. Next, board the Akhnaton Dahabiya and cruise the Nile in timeless luxury, sailing away from the crowds. Explore elusive sites such as El Kab, Gebel el-Silsila, and Kom Ombo, indulging in gourmet dining, attentive service, and ever-changing river scenery. Conclude your adventure with visits to Aswan before your return to Cairo, departing with unforgettable memories.

This curated experience is crafted for travelers who value history, elegance, and effortless comfort. Enjoy seamless service as you uncover the rich heritage and allure of Egypt in the most sophisticated manner.

What's Included

Personalized meet and greet at all airports with a sign at passport control
Dedicated guest relations support throughout your stay
3 nights’ accommodation in Cairo with breakfast
2 nights’ accommodation in Luxor with breakfast
4 nights aboard a 5-star Dahabiya Nile cruise on full board
Meals as specified in the itinerary at quality restaurants
Private tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
Domestic flights (Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo)
All sightseeing conducted as private guided tours
Entry fees to all sites listed in the itinerary
Bottled water during tours
All ground transfers by private deluxe air-conditioned vehicle
All applicable taxes and service charges

What's Excluded

International airfare and visa fees
Gratuities
Optional excursions
Personal expenses

Itinerary

Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, you will be greeted and assisted with arrival formalities. Enjoy a private transfer in a climate-controlled vehicle to your luxury accommodation in Cairo. After checking in, the remainder of the day is yours to unwind and get ready for the adventure ahead.

Overnight: Cairo

Following breakfast, embark on a private exploration of the iconic Giza Plateau. Stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, then visit the enigmatic Sphinx and Valley Temple. Continue to the Egyptian Museum to view an unrivaled collection of ancient artifacts, including royal mummies and masterpieces from Egypt’s storied past.

Lunch will be enjoyed at a selected local restaurant before returning to the hotel for an evening at leisure. Your day features visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Valley Temple, and a guided museum tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After an early breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. On arrival, meet your guide and set off for Luxor’s East Bank. Marvel at the vast Karnak Temple Complex, showcasing layers of ancient history, before visiting the elegantly riverside Luxor Temple.

Following your exploration, transfer to your hotel in Luxor for check-in and relaxation. Highlights include Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Luxor

Enjoy breakfast before heading across the Nile to discover Luxor’s West Bank, famed for its pharaonic tombs and grand funerary monuments. Walk through the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of rulers such as Ramses and Tutankhamun. Visit the imposing Temple of Hatshepsut at El-Deir El-Bahari and the towering Colossi of Memnon.

Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Today's highlights include the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Luxor

After breakfast, check out and travel south to Esna, a short drive away, to board your luxurious Akhnaton Dahabiya Nile Cruise. Delve into the Esna Temple’s history and enjoy the atmosphere of the vibrant market. Begin your serene voyage downriver toward El Kab, an ancient city with fascinating tombs and temple ruins. Delight in a gourmet dinner on deck as you settle into your first night on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Dahabiya

Awake to picturesque Nile scenery and sail to Edfu to visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, renowned for its remarkable preservation. Continue your journey to Wadi El Shat, where a guided walk through tranquil villages and desert landscapes awaits. Anchor by a secluded island for a memorable dinner under the stars.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Relax on deck as the Dahabiya cruises toward Gebel El Silsila. Disembark to explore the rock-hewn chapels honoring Seti I, Ramesses II, Merenptah, and Horemheb, as well as remnants of ancient quarries. Lunch is served al fresco on the sundeck as you sail toward Kom Ombo. Later, visit Kom Ombo Temple, a rare double temple devoted to Sobek and Haroeris, and enjoy a campfire dinner on the riverbank.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board

Today’s voyage takes you to Daraw, once bustling with camel traders arriving from Sudan. Wander through the local markets and the village before cruising onward to Koubania, a Nubian settlement near Aswan known for its lush gardens. Spend your final cruise evening soaking up the peaceful riverside ambiance.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Savor breakfast as you arrive in Aswan, then disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be met and taken to your hotel for your final night in Egypt, free to enjoy as you wish.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward departure. Bid farewell to Egypt, taking with you memories of a luxurious and enriching adventure.

Meals: Breakfast