Day 1 | Welcome to Cairo

Arrive in Cairo, Egypt's vibrant capital and the gateway to some of the world's most extraordinary ancient monuments.

Upon arrival, your private representative will meet you at Cairo International Airport and accompany you to your luxury hotel.

Settle into your accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, with time to relax after your journey or begin discovering the atmosphere of Cairo.

Overnight: Fairmont Nile City

Day 2 | Giza — The Great Pyramids & Sphinx

Begin your Egyptian adventure with a private exploration of the legendary Giza Plateau.

Your Egyptologist guide will introduce you to the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre and the Pyramid of Menkaure, revealing the remarkable history and engineering behind these monumental structures.

For a deeper experience, enter one of the ancient pyramids and discover the chambers hidden within its massive stone walls.

Continue to the Great Sphinx, whose monumental form has watched over the Giza Plateau for thousands of years.

Enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

This evening, gather for a refined welcome dinner and raise a glass to the beginning of your Egyptian journey.

Overnight: Fairmont Nile City

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ASWAN

Day 3 | Aswan — The Nile & Felucca Sailing

After breakfast, fly to Aswan, where the atmosphere becomes noticeably more peaceful and the Nile takes center stage.

Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury Nile cruise, Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise, and settle into your elegant accommodation onboard.

Enjoy lunch while taking in your first views of the Nile from the ship.

Later, step aboard a traditional felucca and sail gently around the islands of Aswan.

Feel the breeze coming across the water as you pass palm-lined riverbanks, granite islands and traditional Nubian landscapes.

As the sun begins to set, enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Nile before returning to your cruise.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

NILE CRUISE

Day 4 | Philae & Kom Ombo — Sacred Temples Along the Nile

Begin the morning with a private boat journey to Philae Temple, beautifully situated on Agilika Island.

Dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis, the temple complex reflects the fascinating meeting of ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman traditions.

Explore its monumental gateways, courtyards and richly decorated walls with your Egyptologist guide.

Continue to the ancient granite quarries of Aswan and discover the Unfinished Obelisk, an extraordinary reminder of the craftsmanship and engineering skills of the ancient Egyptians.

Return to the Villa Oberoi for lunch as the cruise continues south along the Nile.

Later, arrive at Kom Ombo, where you will explore the remarkable Greco-Roman temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris.

Discover the temple's unusual dual design and learn about the religious traditions associated with the crocodile god Sobek.

Return to the ship and enjoy an elegant evening onboard.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 | Edfu & Luxor — Temples of Horus & Luxor

Begin the day with a visit to the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples from ancient Egypt.

Dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, the temple's monumental architecture and detailed inscriptions provide a fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian religion.

Return to the Villa Oberoi and continue sailing toward Luxor.

During the journey, enjoy the peaceful scenery of the Nile and take part in an optional onboard Egyptian cooking experience, learning how traditional local dishes are prepared.

Upon arrival in Luxor, disembark to explore the magnificent Luxor Temple.

Walk through its monumental entrance and discover the impressive statues, courtyards and towering columns that have stood beside the Nile for thousands of years.

Return to your cruise for an evening of relaxation.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

LUXOR

Day 6 | Luxor — Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Karnak

Today is dedicated to the extraordinary archaeological treasures of Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes.

Begin on the West Bank of the Nile at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once guarded the entrance to an ancient royal temple.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built into the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahari and dedicated to one of ancient Egypt's most remarkable rulers.

Continue to the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of generations of Egyptian pharaohs.

Explore selected royal tombs and, subject to availability and ticketing, visit the famous tomb of Tutankhamun, discovered in 1922.

Return to the Villa Oberoi for lunch.

In the afternoon, continue to the East Bank and explore the vast Karnak Temple Complex.

Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall, surrounded by enormous columns and monuments built by generations of Egyptian rulers.

After your archaeological discoveries, return to the cruise for your final evening onboard.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

CAIRO

Day 7 | Cairo — The Grand Egyptian Museum

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Villa Oberoi and fly back to Cairo.

Upon arrival, continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where ancient Egyptian history is presented on an extraordinary scale.

With your private guide, explore the museum's vast collection of artifacts spanning thousands of years, from early Egyptian civilization through the age of the pharaohs.

Discover monumental statues, ancient artifacts and royal treasures while gaining a deeper understanding of the civilization that flourished along the Nile.

After your museum visit, transfer to your luxury hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

For your final evening, a private Nile dinner experience can be arranged, offering an elegant farewell to Cairo with dinner, entertainment and views of the illuminated city from the river.

Overnight: Hilton Cairo Heliopolis

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 | Cairo — Departure

Enjoy your final breakfast in Cairo.

At the appropriate time, your private driver will meet you at the hotel and transfer you comfortably to Cairo International Airport for your departing flight.

As your Egyptian journey comes to an end, take with you memories of the pyramids, ancient temples, the timeless Nile and the extraordinary civilization that shaped one of the world's greatest destinations.

Meals: Breakfast