Beyond the Pyramids- Egypt Cultural Immersion

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at 7:00 AM in your hotel and embark on an exciting journey to spectacular spots in the Mediterranean city of Alexandria. Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned private vehicle to the Catacomb of Kom El Shofaqa featuring unique wall paintings. After admiring its architecture, explore the fascinating ruins of Pompey's Pillar and enjoy views of the Citadel of Qait Bay from outside. After which, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Cairo by a private vehicle at around 06:00 PM.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your sightseeing. From here, head to the Egyptian Museum, home to about 170,000 artefacts, and learn about ancient Egyptian civilization. Wrap up your tour with some shopping at the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar near El Moez Street, one of the city's oldest and most famous marketplaces known for its gold and silver antiquities. Conclude the tour and prepare for the next leg of your journey. After the visits, enjoy some free time at your leisure before transferring to Cairo railway station to board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay on the train.

Note: Your stay tonight will be on a sleeper train. The train departs Cairo at 8:00 PM and is scheduled to arrive in Aswan at 8:15 AM the following day.

Savour a delicious breakfast at the hotel, check-out and leave by 8:00 AM for your tour. Experience the grandeur of the historic city as you explore magnificent attractions like the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and Papyrus Fair, the Perfume Factory and a cotton shop. Later, gain more insights into the past of Cairo at the Egyptian Museum and shop for antiquities at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. After the visits, you will have some time at leisure and be directly transferred to Cairo train station. Board your sleeper train to Aswan, eat a yummy dinner on-board and sleep through the overnight journey.

Note: Train departs Cairo at 8:00 PM and arrives the next day in Aswan at 8:15 AM. This day does not include an overnight stay at a hotel.

Upon arrival at Aswan station, you will be greeted by a representative. Kickstart your day with a tour of Aswan’s mesmerising hotspots. Marvel at the fabulous Philae Temple dedicated to the Goddess Isis as you enjoy the picturesque rocky landscape. Head to the world's largest embankment dam, the High Dam and learn about its rich heritage. Later, visit the largest known ancient obelisk. After these visits, you will be directly transferred to the wonderful Nile Cruise. Check-in to your room and enjoy your stay.

Note: The cruise departs every Friday, Monday or Wednesday.

Continue sailing onward to Edfu, enjoying the tranquil scenery along the Nile. Relax on board and end the day with a comfortable overnight stay on the cruise.

Wake up to the scenic view of the mighty Nile River. You will be provided with a delicious breakfast box at a fixed convoy time at 04:00 AM. After enjoying the filling meal, head to Abu Simbel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the famous temple of Abu Simbel, Egypt’s most attractive sculpture and learn about its historical significance. Next, sail to Kom Ombo at around 01:00 PM and visit the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple. The unique part about the sculpture is that it is a double temple with each building having its own gates and chapels. Finally, sail to Edfu and spend your night on the cruise, gazing at the dazzling stars.

Start your day with an exquisite view of the sparkling blue waters. Get off to visit the renowned Edfu temple on a horse carriage and admire the impressive Egyptian architecture. Dedicated to God Horus, it is considered one of the best preserved Egyptian temples. Then, spend your night relaxing on the cruise while you sail to Luxor.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, followed by a stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant before proceeding with your afternoon explorations. Discover the grandeur of ancient Egypt with visits to the magnificent Karnak and Luxor Temples. The vast Karnak Temple complex, built by generations of powerful pharaohs, stands as one of the most extraordinary religious monuments in history, while the Luxor Temple captivates with its majestic architecture and historical significance.

After completing the day’s sightseeing, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your evening flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo Domestic Airport, enjoy a delicious dinner at an Indian restaurant before being escorted to your hotel for check-in and a comfortable overnight stay in Cairo.

Relish a delectable breakfast, check-out and deboard the cruise. Today, you will visit glorious temples in Luxor! First, go to the mind-boggling royal burial places of the pharaohs - Valley of Kings, Queen Hatchepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon. Later, head to the astounding Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple with great historical significance. After these visits, you will be transferred to the Luxor Domestic Airport for your flight to Cairo. Finally, board your flight back home from Cairo International Airport and bid goodbye to Egypt with fond memories.

Note: The domestic flight to Cairo is not included and is only provided if selected from the activity section at an additional cost.