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In Rhythm with the Sacred Waters of the Nile: An Egyptian Odyssey from Cairo to Luxor in 10 Days

Main features
Boat type: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 18
Maximum capacity: 36 travelers
Crew members: 9

Cabins

Double cabin
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Sumptuously decorated cabin aboard our dahabieh, offering a unique and elegant Nile cruise experience
Double suite
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Luxuriously appointed suites aboard our dahabieh, offering an exclusive and refined Nile cruise experience.
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Cairo
Welcome to Egypt, the Land of Treasures! Upon your arrival in Egypt, a warm welcome awaits you in... more+ this land of ancient wonders and rich cultural heritage. Our local partner will meet you at the airport to ensure a smooth and comfortable transfer to your hotel in Cairo. Take the time to rest and recharge after your journey, as this first day is all about relaxation and leisure. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as you set out to discover the wonders of Cairo and beyond. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay in hotel included more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Cairo Giza Plateau Cairo
The Pyramids and Saqqara: After breakfast, your guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to admire... more+ one of the Seven Wonders of the World: the Great Pyramids. You can walk or ride a camel to the enigmatic Sphinx, half-man, half-lion, guardian of the entrance to the royal tombs.
You will then have lunch in an authentic Egyptian restaurant before heading to the Saqqara region to visit the Saqqara complex and the very first pyramid ever built: the Pyramid of Djoser. Overnight at the hotel. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay in hotel included more+
Included activities: Pyramids of the Giza plateau, Saqqarah, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Cairo Luxor
Arrival in Luxor: Boarding. Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a... more+ modern architectural masterpiece displaying unique treasures from the pharaohs of Egypt.
Lunch at a typical local restaurant. Then, walk through Old Cairo and visit the Hanging Church and the ancient Ben Ezra Synagogue, reputed to have been built on the spot where the Pharaoh's daughter found the infant Moses after his mother had placed him in the Nile.
Transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative at Luxor airport. Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be warmly welcomed and assisted by our representative. Transfer to your dahabieh and settle in comfortably on board.
Depending on your arrival time, you will have free time to explore the city of Luxor at your own pace. Dinner and overnight stay aboard your dahabieh, ready to begin your adventure on the Nile. 
Included activities: Old Cairo district, The Grand Egyptian Museum "GEM", more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Luxor
Discover Karnak Temple and begin your cruise After breakfast, set off with your guide to discover... more+ the majestic Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt.
Back on board, we set sail southward: your dahabieh glides peacefully along the Nile toward the Esna lock, passing palm groves and riverside villages. 
Included activities: Karnak Temple, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Luxor Esna Edfu
The hidden treasures of ancient Egypt: Esna and Edfu At dawn, our dahabiya passes through the Esna... more+ lock before revealing a discreet gem: the small temple of Khnum, nestled among ancient dwellings and dedicated to the ram-headed creator god. Look up: its sky-blue ceiling still retains its original colors.
In the afternoon, the current carries us to Edfu for a privileged discovery of one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. At dusk, we drop anchor near a peaceful island to light a fire: barbecue on the banks of the Nile, starry sky, and a balmy night aboard your dahabiya. 
Included activities: Temple of Edfu, Temple of Khnum, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Edfu Kom Ombo
Gebel el Silsila Plateau and Kom Ombo Temple Breakfast on board, then departure to explore Gebel el... more+ Silsila, home to the largest sandstone quarry from the Pharaonic era.
You will discover numerous inscriptions, steles, and decorated tombs before visiting the small rock temple of Pharaoh Horemheb. Return on board for a delicious lunch. Sail towards Kom Ombo.
Arrive at the perfect time at the temple of Kom Ombo: you will be almost alone to enjoy this magnificent sanctuary dedicated to two deities, Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the falcon god. At the end of the visit, stop by the crocodile mummy museum located in the city. Return to the dahabiya for dinner, then sail to Daraw. 
Included activities: Gebel Silsileh, Temple of Kom Ombo, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kom Ombo Aswan
Cruise, explore the blue village, and visit Philae Temple Breakfast during the cruise. Start your... more+ day with breakfast on board as you cruise down the Nile. Begin with an authentic visit to the blue Nubian village, a peaceful haven away from the tourist crowds. This charming village, with its bright blue houses, warmly invites you to discover Nubian culture and its unique traditions. In the afternoon, take a boat trip to discover the legendary Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and located on an enchanting island.
Overnight on board. (Optional) In the evening, watch the spectacular sound and light show at the Temple of Philae, where the history of the site comes to life through fascinating light projections under the starry sky of Aswan. 
Included activities: Visit of the temple of Philae, more+
Optional services: Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Aswan
Free morning in Aswan (optional: visit to the temples of Abu Simbel).
Depart at dawn to discover... more+ this architectural masterpiece built by Ramses II near the Sudanese border. You will visit the Great Temple of Ramses II, with its four monumental statues and frescoes illustrating the pharaoh's exploits, as well as the Small Temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari, a rare and moving tribute to an Egyptian queen.
Back on board your dahabeya, relax as you sail peacefully down the Nile, while the enchanting landscapes of the riverbanks pass before your eyes. 
Optional services: Visit Abu Simbel temple, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Aswan Luxor
Second passage through the Esna lock and discovery of the west bank of Thebes After our second... more+ passage through the Esna lock, we disembark to cross over to the mythical west bank of Luxor.
Discover the Valley of the Kings, the resting place of the powerful pharaohs, famous for its tombs decorated with murals whose colors are still vibrant after thousands of years.
You will then visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut, majestically carved into the cliff, as well as the iconic Colossi of Memnon. Dinner and overnight stay aboard your dahabiya. 
Included activities: Valley of the Kings and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Memnon's Colossus, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Luxor
Luxor: end of your stay. Goodbye, Egypt! After a final Egyptian breakfast, transfer to the airport... more+ for your return flight. Take with you unforgettable memories of this journey through time and the magic of the Nile. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Sheets and towel/toilet
Tour Guide (Egyptologist)
Cabin air conditioning
Unlimited non-alcoholic drinks on board
Service charges and taxes
2 nights at the Hilton Zamalek Hotel, standard rooms, bed and breakfast
Various entrance fees
Reception and assistance upon arrival and departure at airports for international and domestic flights
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
Hotels included in the program
The price does not include
Flights not included in the program (NB: all flights are available on request, contact your advisor)
Visa fees
Prepaid SIM card
Insurance
Alcoholic beverages
Flight Cairo - Luxor
Guide in other languages upon request
Tips for the guide: €5 to €10 per day of service per person
Tips for the crew: €5 to €10 per night on board per person
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Additional information
A cook, with extensive experience in 5-star hotels, prepares very good and varied typical Egyptian cuisine, often between 6 and 10 different dishes at each meal
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Pyramids of the Giza plateau
Discovery of the Giza plateau famous for its Pyramids, including the one of Cheops, the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World to have survived, Khephren and Mykerinos and the enigmatic Sphinx, half-man, half-lion, which defends the entrance to... more+ the royal tombs. Lunch. 
included
Saqqarah
The ancient necropolis of Saqqara and the step pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser.
included
Old Cairo district
Then stroll through the Old Cairo district and visit the Hanging Church and Cairo's ancient synagogue, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which is said to have been built where Pharaoh's daughter took in the young child Moses after he was laid on the waters of the Nile... more+ by his mother. 
included
The Grand Egyptian Museum "GEM"
included
Karnak Temple
Departure for the discovery of the temple of Karnak, the largest religious complex of ancient Egypt, where the god Amon Ra reigned supreme over the Egyptian pantheon for nearly 2000 years.
included
Temple of Edfu
Visit the temple of Edfu dedicated to the god Horus, one of the best preserved temples in Egypt.
included
Temple of Khnum
included
Gebel Silsileh
Departure on foot to discover the Gebel el Silsila and its quarry, the largest sandstone quarry of the Pharaonic era. You will discover the numerous inscriptions, steles and decorated tombs, and visit the small rock temple of Pharaoh Horemheb.
included
Temple of Kom Ombo
Arrival at Kom Ombo temple just before the big cruises, you will be almost alone in this beautiful temple dedicated to two deities, Sobek the crocodile and Horus the falcon. Visit the beautiful Crocodile Mummy Museum to finish.
included
Visit of the temple of Philae
included
Valley of the Kings and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Discovery of the Valley of the Kings where most of the pharaohs of the 18th and 20th dynasties were buried. Then discover the funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, whose originality lies in the succession of terraces that lead to the sanctuary.
included
Memnon's Colossus
included
Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple
Visit and Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple
Not included
Visit Abu Simbel temple
Not included
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