Today, after breakfast, we will begin our fun week by visiting the pyramid complex!

Optional Activity: 

● ATV Riding at the Pyramids 

Included Activities

● Giza Pyramids and Sphinx

● Camel Ride by the Pyramids

● Egyptian Museum Visit

After the day at the Pyramid complex we'll head back to the hotel to freshen up then head to the sleeper train! 

Overnight on Sleeper Train

Today our train arrives in Aswan and you will experience the Nile, and see the beauty that Aswan holds.

We will have some time today to explore the city and experience whatever you would like to do. There are lots of options we can choose from today from visiting Philae temple to the famous perfumery shops in Aswan or the night markets or you can relax at the pool if you prefer! We can discuss this the day beforehand!

Tonight, you will experience a traditional Nubian meal, visiting a local village to experience the culture first-hand. We will meet with a local family who will create you a meal you won’t forget, and together we will learn what it is like to live the life of a local person.

Optional Activity: Philae Temple Visit 

Included: Nubian Village Visit & Dinner

Overnight in Aswan at Pyramisa Isis Aswan

Today is a free day! If you aren't joining the group on the tour to Abu Simbel you can relax at the resort or go do some exploring on your own in Aswan today. 

Optional: Abu Simbel Tour – Join Rachel & Discover a part of Egypt that most first-time visitors miss! We’ll wake up early and go on a private day trip to the Abu Simbel temples. The two Temples of Abu Simbel, with their unique style, are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. They reflect the glory and grandeur of the new Kingdom. The Egyptian government and UNESCO decided to co-operate in order to save these temples from the flood.

Overnight in Aswan at Pyramisa Isis

Included: Breakfast

This morning you will have some free time to collect yourself and any snacks / delicious drinks you may need for our next adventure: A Felucca journey down the Nile!

This afternoon you will get to watch Egyptian life pass you by, soak up some sunshine on the top deck of the Sail Boat and then spend a night under the beautiful stars – seeing stars away from light pollution is a beautiful sight.Our Nubian sailing crew will prepare all meals for you on our journey, served in a beautiful communal space. 

Tonight we sleep together, enjoying a sunset and dinner on the bank of the Nile River.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Sailing Trip Down Nile River on Felucca

Overnight On Felucca

Rise & Shine – we’ll enjoy one more meal onboard our boat then leave our felucca on the Nile and head towards Luxor!

Optional: Along the way to Luxor we'll stop at Cleopatras Temple!

Once in Luxor we’ll go visit the open air museum Karnak Temple. This is one of the worlds most celebrated temple complexes. Karnak is a house of the gods built over a period of 200 years. Some of these piece you witness are over 2000 years ago!

Included: Karnak Temple Visit

Overnight in Luxor at  Arcan Luxor

Today we’ll start at the Colossi of Memnon, two huge 17-M high statues towering over Luxors west bank. Afterwards we’ll head to Valley of the Kings. Buried under these hills are insanely richly decorated tombs we can explore! You may find yourself stuck just staring, trying to figure out how they are so intricately designed! This is certain to be a highlight of the trip. Discoveries are still being made this day in these tombs.

After walking through the tombs of Valley of the kings we’ll go a short distance to a local house and enjoy an amazing home cooked meal.

Optional: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon

Included: Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings Tombs, Home Cooked Lunch

Overnight in Luxor at Arcan Luxor

Breakfast, Lunch

Today is the last day of the main part of the trip. If you are leaving today you’ll hop on a plane from Luxor to the Cairo Airport where you can depart for your final destination.

Optional: If you are staying for the extra days we’re saying goodbye to the Nile, it’s time for a journey to the coastal area of Hurghada!

This is a good time to catch up on your sleep, or enjoy the views on the road. Once we arrive you’ll be taken to your room to refresh before we can go for an evening of exploration.

Optional Included: Journey to Hurghada, Breakfast

Overnight in Hurghada at Empire Hurghada

Today you will get to explore the Hurghada Marina, and climb aboard a boat that will set sail To Giftun Island, part of the Red Sea National Parks. We will stop on the stunning white sands of Mahmya where you can go by boat to snorkel the reefs of the Red Sea – this is an ecosystem that your eyes need to feast upon. Its considered some of the best snorkeling in the world!

After a beautiful buffeted lunch, it is time to relax on the beach, or maybe find some fun volleyball to enjoy – this afternoon is all yours.

Optional: Scuba Diving is possible today instead of snorkeling if you are certified

Included: Boat to Giftun Island, Mahmya beaches, Buffet Lunch

Overnight in Hurghada at Empire Hurgahda