An elegant journey through Cairo and the Nile. Explore Egypt’s iconic wonders—from ancient pyramids to legendary temples—on a perfectly paced, luxury voyage. Impeccable service, sophisticated dining, and total comfort awaits.
Your journey begins with a VIP meet-and-greet.
Enjoy private lounge access while we finalise your immigration and baggage reclaim. Afterwards, a private transfer will whisk you to your hotel to settle in before your Egyptian adventure unfolds.
Overnight: Cairo
Cairo – Giza Plateau & Saqqara
Begin your day with your private Egyptologist, traveling to Giza to stand before the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. After a panoramic introduction to the site, visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the Sphinx. After a relaxed lunch, head to Saqqara, the vast necropolis of the ancient capital, Memphis. Here, you will explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser, a masterpiece of early engineering dating back nearly 5,000 years. Transfer back to your hotel for a quiet evening.
Overnight: Cairo (B, L)
Cairo – From Golden Treasures to Ancient Kings
Spend the morning at the new Grand Egyptian Museum, exploring the world’s largest collection of ancient antiquities and the legendary treasures of King Tutankhamun. After lunch, transfer to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Walk through Egypt’s historic timeline before visiting the Royal Mummies Hall, the final resting place of 22 iconic rulers including Thutmose III and Ramses the Great. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Overnight: Cairo (B, L)
Aswan – Arrival in Aswan & The Temple of Philae
Fly to Aswan and transfer to your luxury Nile cruise for a seamless check-in. This morning, explore the High Dam—a 20th-century engineering marvel—and visit the beautiful Philae Temple on its island home.
Enjoy lunch on board, with the remainder of the afternoon at your leisure. Relax by the pool or enjoy the riverside views as you settle into the rhythmic pace of life on the water.
Overnight: Aswan (B, L, D)
Aswan – Abu Simbel to the Dual Temple
This morning offers an optional visit to the magnificent rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel. After exploring this royal masterpiece, return to the ship for lunch and a scenic afternoon sail.
Dock at Kom Ombo to visit the fascinating dual temple of Sobek and Horus, renowned for its rare symmetry and medical reliefs. Explore the Crocodile Museum before returning to the ship for dinner and evening entertainment as we continue our voyage to Edfu.
Overnight: Edfu (B, L, D)
Edfu – Edfu to Luxor: Sailing through History
Morning visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, remarkably preserved and renowned for its grand architecture. Afterward, return to the ship for lunch and a scenic afternoon sail toward Luxor. Enjoy the leisurely pace of the river and a peaceful afternoon on deck.
Arrive in Luxor for dinner and an overnight stay as we prepare to explore the treasures of the East and West Banks.
Overnight: Luxor (B, L, D)
Luxor – The Theban Necropolis
This morning, join your private Egyptologist for an excursion to the West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings to witness the vibrant colours and sacred texts of the royal tombs, followed by the striking terraced Temple of Hatshepsut and the monumental Colossi of Memnon.
Return to your luxury cruise for lunch, with the afternoon at your leisure to enjoy the ship’s amenities or explore the local markets of Luxor. An evening of dinner and traditional entertainment follows on board.
Overnight: Luxor (B, L, D)
Dendera – Qena & The Wonders of Dendera
Breakfast on board as we navigate the peaceful waters toward Qena. Discover the remarkably preserved Temple of Hathor at Dendera, renowned for its towering columns and perfectly preserved colourful reliefs.
Explore the ancient sanatorium and the legendary zodiac ceiling before returning to the vessel. Enjoy lunch and a relaxing afternoon of scenic sailing as we return to Luxor for your final night on the river.
Overnight: Luxor (B, L, D)
Luxor – The East Bank: Karnak & Luxor Temples
After check-in and lunch, dedicate your afternoon to the awe-inspiring Temples of the East Bank. Discover the sheer scale of the Karnak Temple complex, exploring its sacred lake and the magnificent Hypostyle Hall.
Continue to the Temple of Luxor, an architectural masterpiece that has been a site of continuous worship for over 3,000 years. Observe the sunset against the ancient stone before enjoying dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.
Overnight: Luxor (B, L, D)
Luxor – Relaxation in Luxor
Enjoy a full day at your leisure to relax and unwind. After your morning breakfast, spend the day by the pool or exploring Luxor at your own pace.
In the evening, an optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple offers a dramatic retelling of Egypt’s ancient history through vivid lighting and narration. Dinner will be served at your hotel, marking your final evening in the ancient capital.
Overnight: Luxor (B, L, D)
Luxor – London
After a final breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the airport. Depart Luxor on EgyptAir, flying direct or via Cairo, arriving at London Heathrow (UK). Your Egyptian journey concludes with a seamless transition from the “Land of Wonders” back to the UK.
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Hotel in Cairo:- Astoria Waldorf Hotel
Nile Cruise:- Royal Serenade Nile Cruise
Luxor:- The Royal Hilton Hotel – Luxor
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Traveland can assist you with flight reservations for international and Domestic. Please contact us.
We recommend two Airlines from the UK to Cairo.
Heathrow/Cairo MS. 778 Departure 1410pm from terminal 2 Arrive 2100 to Cairo international Airport terminal 3
Cairo/Aswan. MS 147 Departure 0735 am From terminal 3 Arrive to Aswan 0900 am.
Egypt Air Direct flight
Luxor /Heathrow MS 761 Departure 1020 am
Arrive to Heathrow 1315 pm Terminal 2
Luxor / Cairo MS 61 Departure 0455 am
Arrive at 0600 am terminal 3
Cairo/ Heathrow MS 777 Departure 0930am
From terminal 3 Arrive to Heathrow at 1235 pm Terminal 2
Daily Direct flight from Heathrow to Cairo.
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