Discover the Timeless Wonders of Egypt, Cairo - Luxor - Aswan - Abu Simbel

10 Days - 9 Nights, including a 4 Night Nile Cruise from Luxor (Every Monday)

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Daily Journey

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, a NASCO Tours representative will meet and assist you, then transfer you to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay.
Recommended Hotels in Cairo:
5★ Deluxe Hotels: Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah, Fairmont Nile City, Kempinski Nile Hotel Garden City
4★ Superior Hotels: Steigenberger Hotel El Tahrir, Novotel Cairo El Borg, Flamenco Hotel Zamalek

Day 2: The Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

Start your day exploring the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. Visit the Papyrus Institute to learn how the ancient Egyptians made paper from reeds, and then proceed to the Grand Egyptian Museum, which showcases over 120,000 artifacts, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamun. End the day wandering through the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 3: The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and Coptic Cairo

After breakfast, visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), the first museum presenting Egypt’s history from prehistoric to modern times. Then explore Coptic Cairo, home to some of the world’s oldest Christian churches, where the Holy Family once found refuge. Return to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Alexandria Excursion

Journey north to Alexandria, the Pearl of the Mediterranean! Visit the world's famous Library of Alexandria, a stunning architectural masterpiece, followed by Kavafis House and the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Alexandria, and all of Africa. Enjoy lunch at the Greek Nautical Club (optional) before heading back to Cairo for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Fly to Luxor and Nile Cruise

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet and assist, then embark on your luxury Nile cruise. After lunch onboard, visit the East Bank to explore the magnificent Karnak and Luxor Temples. Dinner and overnight onboard in Luxor.
Recommended Nile Cruises: Nile Style Cruise, Amwaj Cruise, Blue Shadow Cruise

Day 6: West Bank of Luxor

Sail to Edfu and discover the West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, including the tomb of Tutankhamun, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the ship for lunch. In the evening, enjoy a fun Galabeya Party while sailing toward Edfu.

Day 7: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

After breakfast, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo to explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Dinner and overnight onboard.

Day 8: Aswan Highlights

After breakfast, explore the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, then visit the Unfinished Obelisk and the High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering. Optional: take a cultural excursion to a Nubian Village. Lunch, dinner, and overnight onboard the cruise in Aswan.

Day 9: The Majestic Abu Simbel

Early departure for an unforgettable journey to the Temples of Abu Simbel, the monumental legacy of Ramses II, carved into the mountainside. Return to Aswan and check in at your hotel for the night.
Recommended Hotels in Aswan: Sofitel Old Cataract Aswan, Mövenpick Aswan

Day 10: Departure

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo and onward to your destination.

Your Journey Includes

Meet and assist at all airports

Accommodation in Cairo, on the Nile cruise, and in Aswan hotels

Domestic flights (Cairo - Luxor / Aswan - Cairo)

Professional private guide

Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites

All transfers in air-conditioned vehicles

Meals as per the itinerary

Luxury Travel Services

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