13 Days Cairo, Alexandria, Fayoum & Nile Cruise by Flight

Greetings from Egypt! Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a World Travel Path representative, who will be holding a personalized sign for easy recognition.

After a smooth meeting, you’ll be assisted with any arrival formalities before being escorted to a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Sit back and enjoy the ride through the bustling streets of Cairo as you head to your hotel.

Check in and take the remainder of the day to relax after your journey. You may wish to rest in your room or take a short walk nearby to soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Egypt’s capital.

Meals: None

Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo

After breakfast, meet your professional Egyptologist guide for an inspiring day dedicated to the wonders of ancient Egypt.

Begin at the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the world-famous Pyramids of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre, and Menkaure. Stand in awe before these colossal monuments, whose construction continues to inspire mystery and admiration.

Visit the Great Sphinx, a massive limestone statue with the body of a lion and the face of a pharaoh, and stop at the nearby Valley Temple—an ancient site of purification and mummification rituals.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a reputable local restaurant before continuing to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore its expansive galleries filled with treasures from all eras of Egyptian history, including royal artifacts, ancient jewelry, statues, and everyday tools. The museum’s modern design and immersive exhibits offer a deep dive into the country’s remarkable past.

Return to your hotel for a restful evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor, once the glorious capital of the New Kingdom.

Upon arrival, meet your local guide and head to the East Bank. Wander through the vast Karnak Temple Complex, famous for its towering Hypostyle Hall with over 130 colossal columns. Explore the sacred lake, obelisks, and intricately carved reliefs that have stood for millennia.

Continue to Luxor Temple, an elegant open-air monument linked to Karnak by an avenue of sphinxes. Admire the colossal statues, towering pylons, and fascinating inscriptions that tell stories of ancient ceremonies.

Check into your Nile River cruise ship and settle in for your multi-day voyage along the world’s longest river.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise

After breakfast, cross to Luxor’s West Bank, where Egypt’s royal tombs and temples await.

Step into the Valley of the Kings, a sacred necropolis where pharaohs of the New Kingdom were laid to rest. Marvel at the vivid wall paintings inside the tombs, which depict scenes from the Book of the Dead and the journey to the afterlife.

Continue to the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning terraced monument carved into the cliffs to honor Egypt’s most successful female pharaoh.

Make a stop at the Colossi of Memnon—two towering statues that once flanked a grand temple—before returning to your cruise for lunch. Spend the afternoon sailing along the tranquil Nile.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise

Start the day with breakfast on board before visiting the Temple of Horus in Edfu. One of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, it showcases magnificent Ptolemaic art and inscriptions telling the story of Horus’ victory over Seth.

Sail onward to Kom Ombo, where you’ll explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. See fascinating reliefs of ancient surgical instruments and visit the nearby Crocodile Museum.

In the evening, join the lively Galabeya party on board—an Egyptian-themed night with traditional music, dancing, and local attire.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise

Enjoy breakfast before setting out to discover Aswan’s highlights.

Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that transformed Egypt’s agriculture and energy supply. Then take a short boat ride to Philae Temple, a serene island sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis, adorned with graceful columns and beautiful relief carvings.

Return to the cruise for lunch and leisure time as you soak in the peaceful ambiance of Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Overnight on the Nile Cruise

After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, return to your hotel and enjoy a free evening to explore at your own pace.

Optional: Take an early morning excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel temples, carved into a cliff by Ramses II and aligned to the sun on special dates each year.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo

After an early breakfast, travel to Alexandria, Egypt’s Mediterranean gem.

Begin at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a remarkable fusion of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistry deep underground. Visit Pompey’s Pillar and the remnants of the Serapeum, once one of the most important temples in the Greco-Roman world.

Savor a fresh seafood lunch overlooking the sea before heading to the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. End the day at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern architectural marvel celebrating knowledge and learning.

Return to Cairo in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo

Note: The library is closed on Fridays and public holidays.

After breakfast, explore Cairo’s spiritual heart.

Begin at the Citadel of Saladin, an impressive medieval fortress offering panoramic views of the city. Inside, visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque, known for its Ottoman design and alabaster walls.

Continue to Old Cairo, where you’ll visit the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church—linked to the Holy Family’s journey—and Ben Ezra Synagogue, a peaceful site with centuries of Jewish history.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo

Travel southwest to the Fayoum Oasis, a lush region dotted with lakes, farms, and palm groves.

Your main destination is Wadi Al-Hitan, or the Valley of the Whales, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where fossils of ancient whales and sea creatures reveal the secrets of evolution. Walk among petrified skeletons set against a breathtaking desert backdrop.

Return to Cairo in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo

Enjoy a day at leisure. You may wish to relax at your hotel, revisit favorite sites, or wander through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a historic market filled with spices, jewelry, textiles, and souvenirs.

Optional tours and activities can be arranged to suit your interests.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo

Set out for a day of ancient history.

At Saqqara, visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser—the world’s first large-scale stone monument. Continue to Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, to see the impressive statue of Ramses II.

End the day at Dahshur, home to the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, important precursors to the iconic Giza structures.

Return to Cairo for your final night in Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo

Enjoy your last Egyptian breakfast before your private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

Thank you for traveling with us—may the memories of your journey stay with you forever.

Meals: Breakfast