Egypt Tour Cairo - Aswan - Luxor

Arrival in Cairo international airport, Meet & Assist at the airport and after going through Immigration, Baggage Claim and Customs, Transfer to the hotel, Dinner and Overnight.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DAY THE PYRAMIDS OF GIZA Pyramids of Choeps, Chepren and Mycerious. The great pyramids are the only ones surviving of the seven wonders of the ancient world. They are Egypt's most visited monuments and among the worlds greatest tourist attractions. The Ancient Egyptians built the pyramids as tombs to preserve the bodies of their dead kings, especially that they believed in resurrection and immortality, The Pyramids of Giza lie at the western edge of Greater Cairo, about 10 kms from downtown, and comprise:  The Great Pyramid The most famous structure in the world and the only surviving of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was built by King Khufu (Cheops) of the IV Dynasty around 2650 BC. lts height now is 137 m (original height: 146 m). Almost 2.5 million blocks of stone were put into building this pyramid. All this, however, dwindles when compared to the precision and astounding ability of the ancient Egyptian in building this pyramid. Close to the eastern flank of the Pyramid of Khufu lie three small pyramids dedicated either to his wives or family members.  The Second Pyramid Built by Khafre (Chephren), south-west of his father's (Khufu's) pyramid though lower in height: 136 m. It still retains, on some of its upper parts, the remains of the limestone that had once covered it all. At the base, it measures 215.5 m square. lts interior is simple, with two entrances on the north side. The visitor can also still see the remains of Khafre's mortuary temple, the Temple of the Valley, and rising causeway. These temples witnessed the religious rites during the embalming of the body.  The Third Pyramid Built by Menkaure (Mycerinus), south-west of the Great and Second Pyramids. It is much smaller than either one (62 m high). It is distinguished by the fact that the lower part of its sides still retain their granite slab coverings. THE SPHINX On the way to the Temple of the Valley, lies the large statue of the Sphinx. The Sphinx is carved from a single piece of stone. One of most famous monuments in the world, it is indeed a legendary statue for it has the body of lion and the face of a man. lt is 70 m long and 20 m high. The face of the Sphinx closely resembles that of King Kephren. THE PAPYRUS The papyrus was first made in ancient Egypt- learn how to manufacture this paper using papyrus reeds. And you have an opportunity to buy some hand painted papyrus. THE PERFUMERY Since time immemorial the Egyptians have been extracting essential oils for essences. Here you have a chance to experience the aromas like, 'The secrets of the desert,' 'The lotus' and all popular international designer perfumes and colognes. EGYPTIAN MUSEUM Called the museum of the Egyptian antiquities, it is one of the greatest museums you will ever see, housing an unrivalled collection of antiquities reaching back 5000years. Enjoy your Shopping at Khan Khalili Bazzar. When done with your sightseeing, back to hotel.

This morning, fly to Aswan. Arrive Aswan Meet by one of our representatives. Your trip will start at 10:00 am with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk – the largest known ancient obelisk, followed by the High Dam of Aswan – also the biggest dam in the world, and finally a visit to Temple of Philae, dedicated to the ancient Egyptian Goddess Isis. After concluding your sightseeing for the day, you'll check in to your Nile Cruise, have lunch on board where you'll spend the night

Wake up to the beautiful scenery of the Nile and have breakfast on board the ship! Relax on board the boat as it sails towards Kom Ombo and upon arrival, view the the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the god Horus of the skies and Sobek, the crocodile god. Arrive at the Temple of Horus at Edfu, a sandstone structure completed in 57 BC by Cleopatra's father, Ptolemy XII. Re-embark and savour the scenes along the riverbanks, giving you an insight into the everyday life of Egyptians. Cross the Esna Lock, on the way to Luxor.

Breakfast served on board as we sail via Esna Lock to Luxor where we dock for the night and you sleep aboard the ship. Arrive into Luxor and visit the Necropolis of Thebes before continuing to the Valley of the Kings, the site of nearly all the pharaohs' tombs. On the eastern side of Thebes is the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut. Before lunch, you will visit Alabaster factory and Colossi of Memnon. Proceed to Karnak Temple before returning to your Cruise

Breakfast will be served on board the ship, then you’ll be checking-out of the Nile Cruise. Fly back to Cairo. Arrive and transfer to Hotel.

Your final day starts with breakfast at the hotel followed by check-out. Then you’ll be escorted to the airport where you will head back home with warm feelings, unforgettable memories and a promise to return