9 Days Egypt Luxury Holiday

With the rising sun your journey to ancient Egyptian history begins. A professional tour guide will leave you at your hotel and lead you on a majestic tour of one of the world's greatest human landmarks, the Giza Plateau, home to the three immortal pyramids. Marvel at the architectural brilliance of the Pyramid of Khufu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Then visit the Pyramid of Khafre, the distinctive Pyramid of Menkaure. Afterward, visit the Sphinx which has stood for thousands of years. The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple which showcases the religious rituals of the ancients. A complimentary camel ride is included. After a 9 days luxury holiday, savor the flavors of Egyptian cuisine over a traditional lunch at one of the local restaurants adjacent to the archaeological site. In the second part of the day visit the famous Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, a world-class treasure trove of more than 250,000 unique artifacts from statues, mummies, and jewelry to the golden collection of the young king Tutankhamun. In the evening you'll experience a magical sound and light show at the foot of the Pyramids. Lights dance across the walls of ancient temples while a deep voice tells the story of Egyptian civilization showcasing the achievements of kings and legendary figures.

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
• Overnight: Cairo Hotel.

Early in the morning after breakfast at your hotel you'll be transferred by private car to Cairo International Airport where you'll board your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you'll be met by a company representative who will escort you directly to the port where your luxury Nile cruise will dock your base for the coming days. After settling in and checking in your first tour begins in West Luxor where you'll visit the Valley of the Kings, the sacred rock valley that housed the mummified bodies of pharaohs most notably the young pharaoh Tutankhamun. Here you'll wander through the meticulously carved tombs discovering the secrets of funerary rituals and dazzling hieroglyphic symbols. As part of a 9 days luxury holiday you'll visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari an architectural masterpiece carved into the rocks of the Western Mountains embodying the power of a woman who ruled the greatest civilization in history. You'll also continue your tour to the two colossal Colossi of Memnon the remains of the Temple of Amenhotep III, where towering stones have been lined up to face the sun for thousands of years.

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner.
• Overnight: On Board.

Ride a horse-drawn carriage for a traditional experience that takes you to the Great Temple of Edfu dedicated to Horus, the god of the sky in Egyptian mythology. This temple is one of the best-preserved temples, and its walls are distinguished by their intricate carvings that tell the epic story of Horus's victory over Set the god of evil. After returning to the boat and having lunch you'll continue your Nile cruise to the city of Kom Ombo. Visit the unique temple which combines the worship of Sobek the god of crocodiles, and Horus. There, you'll see pharaonic surgical instruments and the remains of mummified crocodiles.

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner.
• Overnight: On Board.

On this day of your 9 days Egypt luxury holiday, you'll wake up to a stunning natural landscape in Aswan where green islands dot the Nile and palm trees touch the sky. After breakfast you'll embark on a tour to visit the High Dam, the massive project that transformed Egypt's economy. You'll then visit the unfinished obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut, the largest obelisk known to Egypt revealing the secrets of Pharaonic architecture. You'll then visit the floating Philae Temple a temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. It was rebuilt on Agilkia Island after being submerged by the Nile following the construction of the dam. There, you'll stand before the temple's towering columns and contemplate the timeless stories engraved on its walls. After lunch, you'll conclude the day with a leisurely sailing trip aboard a traditional Nile felucca sailing between tranquil islands and forgotten temples before returning to the boat for dinner and a pleasant evening.

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner.
• Overnight: On Board.

After breakfast and checkout you will be transferred to Aswan Airport where you will board your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, a company representative will be waiting for you to transfer you by private car to your hotel in Giza, where you can rest and enjoy the rest of your day on a cruise. If time allows a free tour can be arranged to visit Khan El Khalili Market or attend a local cultural show, as desired.

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
• Overnight: Cairo Hotel.

In the early morning hours depart Cairo by private car heading north to Alexandria founded by Alexander the Great and immortalized in history as a center of learning and beauty. The tour begins with a visit to the modern Library of Alexandria, an architectural marvel that reflects the spirit of knowledge. Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Visit the Pompey Columns, the Roman Theater, and the crypt of the Ptolemaic Catacombs of Kom el-Shuqafa where Pharaonic and Greek art blend in a unique architectural style. Stop for a sumptuous seafood meal on the Mediterranean shores followed by a stroll along the Alexandria Corniche before returning to Cairo in the evening.

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
• Overnight: Cairo Hotel.

This day of a 9 days luxury holiday is entirely yours to choose from whether you want to relax at your hotel and enjoy the upscale hotel services, or head to one of the major shopping malls to purchase Egyptian souvenirs and handicrafts. If you wish we can arrange a free tour of the historic Hussein neighborhood or a dinner on a Nile Dinner cruise.

• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
• Overnight: Cairo Hotel.

After breakfast and check-out you will be transferred by private car to Cairo International Airport according to your flight departure time. At the end of a 9 days luxury holiday, the traveler will have enjoyed a complete experience of rest organization, and diverse activities. This period helps improve work-life balance and gives individuals ample time to recharge their batteries away from daily stresses.

• Meals: Breakfast.
• Final Departure.