Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, a "Beyond The Nile Tours" representative will assist you with your paperwork. You will be greeted by a private guide and an air-conditioned vehicle, which will take you to your preferred 5-star hotel for a hassle-free check-in.

Enjoy your time at the hotel until you kick start your first experience in Egypt in the evening by relishing the special dinner cruise on the Nile River, followed by the locals' show, belly dancing, and folklore concerts.

Cairo Hotel overnight

Get on a Cairo historical tour to see the city's most famous historical sites, starting with the breakfast you had every morning. Our expert will pick you up to show you the great parts of Cairo.

Giza Pyramids Complex

Ancient Egyptian architectural art is our prime example of the divine and everlasting accomplished works of the 4th dynasty (around 2600 B.C.), which are to be immortalized by the hands of future generations that have ever lived.

The Great Pyramid

The center of all ancient Egyptian relics on Earth is Pharaoh Khufu's Great Pyramid, built between 2609 and 2584 BC. Apart from 2570 BC, it is also the only undamaged of the ancient wonders and is now 138.5 meters (454.4 ft) high. It is placed to meet the cardinal directions.

The Great Sphinx

The Dream Stele of King Thutmose IV (1401–1391 BC) was discovered/pictured under the Sphinx's paw. It narrates the event where he slept in the shadow of Pharaoh Khafre's pyramid (2558–2532 BC). A sphinx is a fantastic and legendary creature in general.

The Temple in the Valley

The Opening of the Mouth ceremony, which was created by the 4th dynasty within the mummification house, was primarily considered a funerary ritual that allowed him to pass through the gates of the afterlife.

The Egyptian Grand Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum features an impressive collection showcasing 5,000 years of Ancient Egyptian civilization. Highlights include the Statue of King Ramses II, the Statues of King Senusert, the Grand Staircase, the Victory Column of King Merneptah, and the Hanging Obelisk. Visitors can also explore the royal regalia, Grand Atrium, and Gift Shop, providing a unique glimpse into the ancient world.

A VIP ticket will allow access to more activities; contact us for more information.

Come to your hotel, relax after an exotic dinner, and engage yourself in the evening activities later:

The Museum of Egypt

What was once the hustling Cairo of history is now home to the beautiful Egypt Museum, a venue that has stood since 1901. It proudly displays the most authentic 5,000-year-old Egyptian civilization.

Roundtrips are available from your hotel in Cairo upon arrival and departure.

Meal: Breakfast and Lunch

Cairo Hotel overnight

The Luxor Temple of Karnak

Check out and transfer from Luxor airport to the flight that will allow you to visit the fantastic attractions of the Nile cruise.
You will get to see the East Bank with your professional tour guide in Luxor; here, you will see:

Temple of Karnak

Karnak Temple, built from 1971 BC to 30 BC, is the most popular religious building in the area. Ancient Egyptians dedicated this temple to the god Amun-Ra, and it was this deed that bestowed the title "The House of Amun" on this temple. Along with Khonsu and Amun was the worship of the Theban triad, which, through these connections, became the holiest in the land. It is an area of more than two square kilometers, and it has under it the hypostyle hall, which is the most captivating of all the temples there.

Upon arrival, you will Check in at a 5-star ultra-luxury Nile Cruise, have your Lunch on board, and enjoy some rest. Later in the evening, you will be taken to the 11 pm show on:

Temple of Luxor

The temple built in 1400 BC of the Old Kingdom was where Amenhotep III, Alexander the Great, and Ramses the Great were also the coronation of the sensational pharaohs. The temple hosted the royal festival of Opet, which was held to renew kingship. It also had the cult of gravity preservation. One of the most beautiful architectural miracles of the world is the avenue of the Sphinx, which was ingeniously led to the temple of Karnak.

Come back to the ship for the night. You will be given dinner during the trip.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport: Flight - Airline: Cairo to Luxor

Night here: On the Cruise

On the west bank, historical places to see in Egypt with a guide who will lead you to:

Temple of Hatshepsut

The Mortuary temple of queen Hatshepsut, a symbol of Ancient Egyptian architectural achievement, is a significant site. Retaining its original beauty, the temple was built atop the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari in 1479 BCE and features a statue that represents Hatshepsut's life and title as God's Wife of Amun-Ra.

The Kings' Valley

Nestled on a valley slope, this area was home to a society ruled by kings and the wealthy from the 17th to 18th centuries BC. As the most significant part of the Theban Necropolis, it features temple tombs for notable rulers like Seti I and Hatshepsut, as well as the site of Tutankhamun’s rebellion and the descendants of Amenhotep I.

Memnon's Colossi

Ranked alone among the great archaeological marvels, the Colossi of Memnon were carved out of rocks quarried near Cairo around 1350 BC, the era of construction, Amenhotep III (1391–1353 BC). The restoration of the Colossi of Memnon took place largely due to the vibration of the stone masses, especially during the Greco-Roman period and ever since the Vocal Phenomenon occurred.

Cruising and Lunch/Dinner Sailing

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On the Cruise

The Edfu Temple

After breakfast on the ship, your guide will take you for a complete day of horse and buggy tours of the area consisting of trips to:

Temple of Edfu

The Edfu Temple is one of Egypt's most well-preserved temples. Built between 237 BC and 57 BC, it is dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. The site is said to be where Horus fought his uncle Set. Its walls are decorated with stunning images and statues depicting tales of physical and spiritual victories.

After lunch on the ship, you will be transferred to a nearby location via a boat. The vessel will be available at 5:00 p.m.

Temple Kom Ombo

One of the less-known temples in Egypt is the Alla temple, built on a riverbank in Upper Egypt. It was built by the Ptolemaic kings between 180 and 47 BC, and the two remaining walls have frescoes that depict mainly Haroeries on one and Sobek on the other. The temples have the tools used by the ancient doctors of Egypt for the treatment of their patients.

Return to your Nile cruise and take a sailing journey to Aswan. Dinner to follow on the bus

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Overnight: On the Cruise

Your tour guide will come and get you after your previously set time, in case you have completed your breakfast. He will show you some of the Most Famous Sites in Aswan Nubian City.

The High Dam

This holy practical tool, the Aswan High Dam, the most excellent of the mid-20th-century engineers, gave life to the swamp with its elegance to start the industrial age and catch water from the river and an artificial Lake Nasser.

The Unfinished Obelisk

Even though it was broken during the extraction process, the Unfinished Obelisk of Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC)—the masterwork of ancient sculpture—still stands tall among the others and the Karnak temple.

Temple Philae

The unfinished obelisk is a testament to Queen Hatshepsut's Golden Age (1508-1458 BCE). The Hatshepsut Temple, rising 42 meters and weighing 1,200 tons, showcases exquisite stone-carved and inlaid designs, reflecting the high skill of New Kingdom artisans.

You will be taken back to your cruise ship by lunch and dinner.

Stay Overnight: On the Cruise

Your experienced tour guide will collect you after the breakfast boxes and then transport you directly to the next sites in a modern A/C vehicle.

Temples of Abu Simbel

Completed in 1264 BC: Abu Simbel Temple, a set of temporal and religious temples devoted to the pharaoh Ramses the Great (1279–1213 BC), known for both magnitude and excellent building quality. It bore out the last functional period of Ramesses II's history; the first peace treaty in the world was concluded in the Egypt of Ramses II, which was Gelbet. The name was derived from Amun, and the day for the festival of the Sun, which was on October 22 and February 22, was Ptah and Ra Horakhty.

Afterward, you will return to Aswan and dine at a local restaurant.

You can go directly to Cairo, check into your five-star luxury hotel, and spend the night.

Breakfast and lunch are provided.

Travel: Fly from Aswan to Cairo

Cairo Hotel overnight.

The Last Day

Once you have had breakfast, you will be directed to the English-speaking guide who will take you earlier to the Cairo Airport for your flight back home, capping off your adventure in Cairo and Dahabiya during the luxurious 8 days.

Breakfast Meal