Elegance of the Nile

Africa Egypt

See the best of Egypt on this 11-day guided tour. Enjoy an afternoon in Cairo before joining an Egyptologist for an exclusive visit to the Pyramids of Giza, where you���ll walk inside one of its caverns and see the Sphinx. At the Egyptian Museum, gaze upon priceless treasures taken from the tomb of the country’s most famous pharaoh, Tutankhamun. See the Temple of Luxor during a VIP, after-hours visit, exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site free from other tour groups. See the Valley of the Kings, where Tutankhamun is buried. Choose to sail the Nile on a felucca, a traditional wooden boat, or visit Aswan Market for a shopping spree. Sip on tea at the Cataract Hotel, where Sir Winston Churchill once dined. And visit the Esna Temple, a striking waterfront structure.
Elegance of the Nile

Accommodation

DAY 1: Mena House Hotel, Giza. - Meals:
DAY 10: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence. - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 2: Mena House Hotel, Giza. - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: River Tosca. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4: River Tosca. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5: River Tosca. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6: River Tosca. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7: River Tosca. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8: River Tosca. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9: River Tosca. - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Experiences

: Step into Egypt’s past at the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to the world’s most extensive collection of Pharaonic artefacts. Marvel at the iconic golden mask of Tutankhamun, displayed in all its splendour, alongside thousands of ancient treasures that unveil the grandeur of Egypt’s legendary civilisation.

Luxor: Approach the Temple of Luxor along the Avenue of Sphinxes and see the ancient stones on your special after-hours visit. Look to the top of the remaining Pylon of Ramses II and step into the ancient monument.

DAY 1: Cairo at Leisure

Your private chauffeur awaits to take you to Cairo’s five-star Mena House Hotel. Conclude your day toasting to your Egypt luxury tour.

DAY 2: Giza Sightseeing

Journey into the ancient world with your Egyptologist. Step up close to the Pyramid of King Zoser, the colossal statue of Ramses II and the great Alabaster Sphinx.

DAY 3: Join your Cruise in Luxor

Delve into Egypt’s history in Karnak. Stroll the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes to the columns of the Hypostyle Hall. Board the River Tosca for your luxury Nile cruise.

DAY 4: The Temple of Hathor and Luxor Cruise

Visit the Temple of Hathor. Join a yoga class or meet the River Tosca's Captain. Visit the Temple of Luxor for an after-hours VIP tour.

DAY 5: The West Bank and Valley of the Kings

Venture to the Colossi of Memnon and Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings. Watch a local family bake traditional sun bread which you’ll savour over Egyptian tea. Tonight, join a galabeya party.

DAY 6: A Felucca Around Kitchener’s Island

Visit the double-temple of Kom Ombo. Enjoy a private sail around Kitchener's Island or shop Aswan Market. Meet the ladies behind the local women’s co-op on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Sit down for afternoon tea at the famous Old Cataract Hotel before tonight’s Nubian performance.

DAY 7: Aswan and High Dam

Marvel at the Aswan High Dam, ancient Granite Quarries and the Philae temple complex. Tonight, dine on Egyptian classics before a mesmerising Sound and Light Show in Philae Temple.

DAY 8: Relax upon the Nile Relaxed Start

Relish a relaxing morning on board or opt to view Abu Simbel’s fabulous temples. Learn about the powerful women in Egypt’s history from an Egyptologist or how to make the perfect Egyptian cocktail.

DAY 9: From Esna to Luxor Relaxed Start

A local historian unveils Egypt’s treasures at Esna Temple before you set sail to Luxor. Enjoy your last evening aboard the River Tosca.

DAY 10: Luxor to Cairo

Visit the Alabaster Mosque and the Citadel of Salah El-Din, marvelling at their historic grandeur. Then, view the priceless treasures of Tutankhamun at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Visit the Alabaster Mosque and the Citadel of Salah El-Din, marvelling at their historic grandeur. Then, view the priceless treasures of Tutankhamun at the Grand Egyptian Museum*.*Subject to departure date and the museum’s full opening.

DAY 11: Depart Cairo

Your luxury tour from Cairo and Nile river cruise end in style with a private transfer to Cairo Airport.

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