11 Days Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm El Sheikh by Flight

Welcome to the Land of the Pharaohs! Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by a World Travel Path representative, who will be holding a personalized sign for easy recognition.

From the moment you step out of the terminal, you’ll be escorted in a private, air-conditioned vehicle directly to your hotel. After check-in, take the evening to relax and recover from your journey, perhaps enjoying the hotel’s amenities or simply soaking in the atmosphere of Egypt’s vibrant capital.

Overnight: Cairo

After a hearty breakfast, meet your certified Egyptologist guide for a day dedicated to some of Egypt’s most iconic treasures.

Begin at the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu—the last remaining wonder of the ancient world—alongside the impressive pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Stand in awe before the Great Sphinx, whose enigmatic gaze has watched over the plateau for millennia. Nearby, explore the Valley Temple, where pharaohs were prepared for their journey into the afterlife.

Pause for lunch at a high-quality Egyptian restaurant before heading to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a state-of-the-art cultural complex. Inside, explore vast collections spanning thousands of years—royal statues, intricate jewelry, sacred relics, and everyday items that offer a vivid window into ancient life.

Return to your hotel in the early evening for rest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. On arrival, begin your sightseeing in Upper Egypt.

First, marvel at the High Dam, a modern engineering wonder that forever changed the course of the Nile. Then, take a scenic boat ride to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and renowned for its graceful columns and sacred carvings. Relocated to Agilkia Island to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, it remains one of Egypt’s most beautiful sanctuaries.

Following your tour, check in to your luxurious Nile cruise. Enjoy lunch as the ship sets sail towards Kom Ombo, gliding along the tranquil waters of the world’s longest river.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Nile Cruise

Awake to the sight of Kom Ombo and enjoy breakfast on deck. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, a unique dual temple honoring both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, the falcon god. Its symmetrical design and intricate reliefs—some showing ancient surgical tools—are truly fascinating.

Continue sailing to Edfu, enjoying lunch along the way. In the afternoon, explore the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples with towering pylons and elaborate inscriptions that depict mythical battles and divine rituals.

Return to the cruise for the Galabeya Party, where guests don traditional Egyptian attire for an evening of music, dancing, and laughter.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight: Onboard the Nile Cruise

Today, cross to Luxor’s West Bank, the gateway to Egypt’s most impressive royal necropolis.

Walk among the tombs in the Valley of the Kings, where vibrant wall paintings depict the pharaohs’ passage to the afterlife. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning terraced monument dedicated to one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers. Finally, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues that have stood for over 3,400 years.

Return to the ship for a relaxing afternoon as the Nile carries you onward.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Nile Cruise

After breakfast and disembarkation, explore the Karnak Temple Complex, a sprawling site featuring the Hypostyle Hall with its forest of 134 massive columns.

Continue to Luxor Temple, a graceful structure that has been a sacred space for centuries. Stroll along the Avenue of Sphinxes, once connecting Karnak and Luxor in a grand processional way.

Later, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight to Sharm El Sheikh. Upon arrival, your guide will accompany you to your seaside resort.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Sharm El Sheikh

Enjoy a leisurely day on the shores of the Red Sea. Swim in crystal waters, lounge under the sun, or explore Naama Bay, famous for its lively atmosphere, shops, and cafés.

Optional Excursion: Take an early morning trip to St. Catherine’s Monastery, set at the base of Mount Sinai. Discover ancient manuscripts, icons, and the serene chapel marking this sacred Christian site.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Sharm El Sheikh

After breakfast, spend the day at your own pace.

Optional Tour: Embark on a boat trip to Ras Mohammed National Park, a world-class marine reserve where you can snorkel among coral reefs teeming with colorful fish, rays, and possibly sea turtles.

Return to your resort for a relaxing evening.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Sharm El Sheikh

Enjoy a relaxed morning before flying back to Cairo. After checking in at your hotel, the rest of the day is yours. Wander through Cairo’s bazaars, sip mint tea in a traditional café, or simply unwind.

Optional Tours:

• Old Cairo & Citadel: Explore the Saladin Citadel, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and the historic churches and synagogues of Coptic Cairo.
• Nile Dinner Cruise: Enjoy a buffet dinner aboard a Nile River vessel, complete with live entertainment including music, belly dancing, and tanoura performances.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast, embark on a day trip through Egypt’s early pyramid sites.

In Sakkara, marvel at the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the first large-scale stone structure in history. Continue to Memphis, Egypt’s ancient capital, and visit its open-air museum showcasing statues and artifacts from its glory days.

Finally, explore Dahshur, where you’ll see the experimental Bent Pyramid and the elegant Red Pyramid, precursors to Giza’s iconic monuments.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch

Overnight: Cairo

Following breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your return flight. As you leave, take with you the sights, sounds, and stories of a journey through Egypt’s timeless wonders.

Meals: Breakfast