Egypt and Nile Cruise

14-Day Travel Itinerary through Egypt for Two People, Including a Nile Cruise and Luxurious Experiences:

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

• Arrival in Cairo: Pick-up from the airport by a private chauffeur and transfer to the Four Seasons Hotel (or similar 5-star hotel).
• Dinner: Exclusive dinner with views of the pyramids at the hotel’s restaurant.

Day 2: Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

• Private day trip to the Pyramids of Giza: Guided tour by an Egyptologist.
• Visit the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Cheops (optional: tour inside the pyramid).
• Lunch at an upscale restaurant in Giza.
• Visit the Egyptian Museum: See the treasures of Tutankhamun.
• Dinner at a gourmet restaurant in Cairo.

Day 3: Saqqara and Memphis

• Day trip to Saqqara and Memphis: Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser.
• Lunch at a fine dining restaurant.
• Return to Cairo and relax at the hotel spa.
• Dinner at an elegant restaurant in the city.

Day 4: Flight to Luxor

• Morning flight to Luxor. Transfer to the luxury Winter Palace Hotel or similar.
• Afternoon at leisure: Relax by the pool or in the hotel’s spa.
• Dinner with Nile views.

Day 5: Luxor – Temple Visits

• Private tour of the Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple.
• Lunch at an upscale restaurant by the Nile.
• Afternoon free for exploration or a stroll around the city.
• Dinner at an elegant restaurant in Luxor.

Day 6: Start of the Nile Cruise

• Embark on a luxury Nile cruise ship (e.g., Sanctuary Sun Boat IV or Oberoi Zahra).
• Afternoon: Sail towards Esna, relax on the sundeck.
• Dinner onboard the ship.

Day 7: Edfu – Kom Ombo

• Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu (one of the best-preserved temples).
• Return to the ship and sail towards Kom Ombo.
• Tour the Double Temple of Kom Ombo.
• Dinner onboard as you sail to Aswan.

Day 8: Aswan – Philae Temple

• Visit the Temple of Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk.
• Lunch onboard the ship.
• Felucca boat ride on the Nile to the Botanical Garden.
• Dinner onboard with live Egyptian music.

Day 9: Abu Simbel – Aswan

• Morning excursion to Abu Simbel (private flight or limousine ride).
• Visit the Temples of Ramses II.
• Return to Aswan and lunch onboard.
• Afternoon at leisure or optional activities (e.g., visit the Nubian Museum).
• Dinner onboard.

Day 10: Return to Luxor

• Sail back to Luxor.
• Afternoon at leisure or optional visit to the Valley of the Kings.
• Dinner onboard.

Day 11: Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut

• Visit the Valley of the Kings: Entry to the tombs.
• Tour the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
• Lunch in Luxor and transfer to the hotel.
• Dinner at the hotel or at a fine dining restaurant in Luxor.

Day 12: Flight back to Cairo

• Morning flight to Cairo. Transfer to a luxury hotel, such as The Ritz-Carlton.
• Afternoon at leisure: Visit the Khan el-Khalili Market or shopping in Cairo.
• Dinner at Mena House with views of the pyramids.

Day 13: Old Cairo Tour

• Visit the Coptic Quarter and the Hanging Church.
• Lunch at a traditional Egyptian restaurant.
• Afternoon at Al-Azhar Park: Walk and relax with great views of Cairo.
• Farewell dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Day 14: Departure

• Private transfer to the airport for departure.

Optional Highlights:

• Luxury spa treatments in Cairo or Luxor.
• Hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
• Personal photographer to document your trip.
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This itinerary offers a luxurious blend of culture, relaxation, and exclusive experiences along the Nile!