Splendid 8 days Cairo & Aswan to Luxor Dahabiya Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo - Welcome to land of Pharaohs

Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport and provide you with an entry visa for Egypt and then he will escort you to your hotel by exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At the hotel, the tour manager will assist you to have a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: Full Day Tour to the Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis & Sakkara  

You will be picked up from your hotel after having your breakfast by Your Private tour Guide & driver to visit the Step Pyramid of Zoser, the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty for King Djoser. After that transfer to Memphis which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, and see the Statue of Ramses II and the alabaster Sphinx of Memphis. 

Then Move to enjoy a great excursion to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus. Then to the Panoramic area where you will be able to take the best pictures for the three pyramids together & try the Camel ride as well ( Optional Tour with extra fees)   Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates back to the time of Chephren and visit to the Valley Temple then Transfer to your hotel & overnight .

Overnight in Cairo.  

Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Sakkara Complex, Djoser Pyramid, Memphis.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. 

Day 3: Visit Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo and Bazaar 

After having breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, you will be escorted by your private guide to visit the Egyptian Museum where you will admire the splendid collection of Tutankhamun alongside many other fascinating artifacts. Then, continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s oldest bazaar Khan el-Khalili Bazaar where traders have been selling their ware ever since the 14th century. If there is anything in particular you want to buy at the bazaar, your guide will be happy to help you find what you are looking for. Even if you don’t want to do any shopping, the bazaar is a great place to walk around, or to sit down for some coffee while you watch the locals going about their daily lives   . After that, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cairo and Overnight. 

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Visits: Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo, Khan El Khalili

Day 4: Flying to Aswan and Embark your Dahabiya

Early morning you will be leaving Cairo and head out to the colorful and cheerful city of Aswan. You will meet your tour manager early in the morning at your hotel where he will accompany you to Cairo Airport for your trip to Aswan. Upon landing in Aswan, you will be assisted and whisked away in an exclusive air-conditioned vehicle to embark on your Nuun and Nuut Dahabiyas—two of Ashranda's most luxurious dahabiyas that offer a high level of privacy.

Enjoy a delicious lunch on board your dahabiya while sailing to Kom Ombo. Touch down on the shores of Kom Ombo and walk through the town of Kom Ombo among the locals until you arrive at the unusual Kom Ombo temple with its two identical entrances, hypostyle halls, and sanctuaries. After your visit, head back to your dahabiya where you will enjoy an appetizing dinner.

Overnight aboard your cruise near Beshir Island.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Visits: Aswan, Kom Ombo.

Day 5: Sailing to Gebel El Silsila

Enjoy delicious breakfast on board your luxurious dahabiya while sailing to today’s destination, Gebel Silsela. Upon your arrival at the ancient quarries of Silsila, visit the mystical rock-cut Temple of Hormoheb, and then, hike to the top of Silsila Mountain and relish in a truly breathtaking view. Head back to your dahabiya and enjoy a peaceful sail to Fawaza Island during lunchtime, Enjoy some tea on the sun deck as you take in the magnificent sunset view before having an appetizing dinner on board.

Overnight aboard your cruise near Fawaza Island.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

VIsits: Gebel El Silsila, Sandstone quarries, Fawaza Island.

Day 6: Sailing to Edfu

Breakfast on board to start your day as you sail to your next destination, Edfu. Head out and visit Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples of the Greco Roman era, that of Horus at Edfu. Enjoy a magnificent experience as you take a horse-drawn carriage ride back and forth to the temple and marvel at Upper Egypt’s local life. Pass through the slow-paced, rural life of the local farmers and fishermen. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking lush, fertile landscapes dotted with banana and date palm trees.

After returning to your dahabiya, enjoy a hearty lunch as you sail to your next stop, El Kab village, where you will visit El Kab Temple. Take a walk on your way back after visiting the temple and take in the picturesque village full of mud-brick houses. Return once again to your dahabiya and enjoy a warm, delicious dinner surrounded by the calm, serene water of the Nile River.

Overnight aboard your cruise on El Hegz Island (near Esna).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Visits: Edfu, Edfu Temple, El Kab Village, El Kab Temple.