Description
An itinerary designed for history and culture buffs, to discover all the facets of Egypt: ancient, religious, spiritual and human. A great journey, where each day deepens the magic of a sacred land.
Day 1: Cairo
Welcome at the airport and check-in at your hotel. First steps in the capital in the evening.
Day 2: Coptic Cairo and Egyptian Museum
Discover the Coptic quarter: hanging church, Ben Ezra synagogue, and visit the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Day 3: Islamic Cairo
Stroll through Islamic Cairo: Ibn Touloun Mosque, Sultan Hassan Medersa, Saladin Citadel and Old Cairo souks.
Day 4: Pyramids of Giza, Saqqarah and Dahshur
A day devoted to the wonders of the Old Kingdom.
Day 5: Luxor Temple
Fly to Luxor, check into your hotel and discover the illuminated Luxor Temple at the end of the day.
Day 6: Valley of the Kings and Karnak
Visit the prestigious tombs of the Valley of the Kings, then discover the majestic site of Karnak.
Day 7: Hot-air ballooning and Artisan Valley
Sunrise flight in a hot-air balloon. Visit to the Valley of the Craftsmen and the Temple of Hatshepsut.
Days 8 to 10: Nile cruise
Embark on an intimate cruise on a traditional dahabiya. Enjoy moments of serenity as you observe life on the riverbanks and visit iconic temples along the way (Edfou, Kom Ombo).
Day 11 and 12: Aswan
Discover the charming town of Aswan and visit the Philae temple. Optional excursion to Abu Simbel (extra charge).
