11 Days Private Guided Tour of Egypt with Dahabiya

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your exploration at the Great Pyramids of Giza. Stand before the monumental Pyramid of Cheops and its companions, Chephren and Mykerinos, then admire the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple, where ancient mummification rituals took place. Continue to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square to view its vast collection of antiquities. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, your guide will accompany you to explore the East Bank, beginning with the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, renowned for its colossal Hypostyle Hall. Proceed to Luxor Temple, once linked to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. After the tour, check in at your hotel and relax.

Cross to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs such as Ramses II and Tutankhamun were entombed. Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece carved into the cliffs, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues guarding the Theban necropolis. Return to your hotel for a peaceful evening.

After breakfast, drive to Esna to board your elegant Dahabiya. Before embarking, visit the Temple of Esna and stroll through the local market. Once aboard, the boat begins its serene journey toward El Kab, an ancient site with rock-cut tombs and temple ruins. Enjoy dinner on deck or by the riverbank as your Nile adventure begins.

Enjoy breakfast as the Dahabiya sails to Edfu. Take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved sanctuaries, and admire its towering pylons and intricate reliefs. Return to the boat for lunch, then take a guided walk through Wadi El Shat, a tranquil area dotted with small villages and desert trails.

Relax as the Dahabiya glides toward Gebel El Silsila, where you’ll explore ancient sandstone quarries and rock-cut chapels. After lunch, continue to Kom Ombo to visit its unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Dinner is served under the stars near Maniha, offering a magical evening on the Nile.

In the morning, sail to Daraw, once a key stop on the trans-Saharan camel trade route. Visit the lively camel market and experience local village life. Continue to Koubania, a charming Nubian village surrounded by lush groves of mango and citrus trees. Spend your final evening on the cruise enjoying the peaceful riverside atmosphere.

After breakfast, disembark in Aswan and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you’ll be escorted to your hotel, where you can spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Begin the day with a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, a modern cultural landmark showcasing Egypt’s ancient heritage through innovative displays. Continue to the Citadel of Saladin, where the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali stands proudly, offering sweeping views of Cairo. Return to your hotel for your final evening in Egypt.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. You will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable private journey through Egypt’s timeless wonders.