15 Days Cairo, Alexandria and Nile Cruise With Abu Simbel

Welcome to Egypt! Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, you will receive a warm reception with a personalized pick-up arranged to match your flight schedule.

A World Travel Path representative will be waiting for you, holding a placard with your name to ensure easy recognition. You will then be escorted to your private, air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable transfer to your hotel.

Take some time to relax and settle in, enjoying your first glimpses of Cairo’s vibrant energy.

Meals: No meals included
Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast at your hotel, meet your knowledgeable guide to begin a full day exploring Giza’s legendary landmarks.

Start at the Giza Plateau, home to the awe-inspiring Great Pyramid of Khufu, accompanied by the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. Stand before the iconic Great Sphinx, the timeless guardian with a lion’s body and a pharaoh’s head that has watched over the plateau for millennia.

Visit the nearby Valley Temple, a sacred site of ancient rituals and mummification, offering remarkable views of the surrounding area.

Lunch will be served at a reputable local restaurant, allowing you to savor authentic Egyptian cuisine.

Afterward, head to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), one of the largest and most modern museums in the world. Explore a vast collection of statues, relics, and royal artifacts spanning the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms. Highlights include regal sculptures, exquisite jewelry, and everyday items that provide a vivid look into life in ancient Egypt.

At the end of the day, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Cairo

Enjoy a free day to explore Cairo at your own pace. Wander through bustling streets, visit intriguing museums, or relax at a cozy café.

Optional activities are available for those seeking guided experiences:

• Market & Bazaar Tour: Immerse yourself in Cairo’s traditional markets with a local guide, exploring vibrant stalls, unique handicrafts, and authentic street life.

• Nile Dinner Cruise & Folk Performance: Enjoy a 2-hour evening cruise on the Nile, featuring a buffet dinner accompanied by live traditional music, belly dancing, and a captivating Tanoura performance.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo

After an early breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Alexandria, Egypt’s Mediterranean gem known for its rich history and fusion of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman heritage.

Start at the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a 2nd-century AD burial site blending multiple cultural styles with spiraling chambers and ornate tombs.

Next, visit Pompey’s Pillar, a towering Roman column honoring Emperor Diocletian, and explore the nearby Serapeum ruins, the remnants of a temple dedicated to the god Serapis.

Lunch will be served at a reputable local restaurant.

Continue to Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the site of the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria, offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and insight into the city’s historic maritime importance.

Conclude the day at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern cultural center inspired by the ancient library, housing millions of books, exhibitions, and manuscripts, celebrating Alexandria’s legacy as a hub of knowledge.

Return to your hotel in Alexandria for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Note: The Alexandria Library is closed on Fridays and public holidays.

Spend a relaxed day exploring Alexandria, the “Pearl of the Mediterranean.” Stroll along the scenic Corniche, enjoying sea breezes and expansive views of the Mediterranean.

Explore charming streets lined with cafés, bookstores, and local markets. Visit the Roman Amphitheatre ruins, a remarkable remnant of the city’s Roman past.

Optional day excursion: Visit El Alamein, exploring WWII battlefields, military museums, and memorials honoring soldiers from this historic region.

In the evening, enjoy a seafood dinner by the shore or a peaceful walk along the beach promenade before returning to Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo

Enjoy another free day to discover Cairo at your own pace. Wander lively neighborhoods, visit museums, or relax in a local café.

Optional guided activities include:

• Local Souks & Handicrafts Tour: Explore bustling markets with a local guide, discovering handmade goods and soaking in the lively market atmosphere.

• Evening Nile Cruise with Dinner & Entertainment: Sail along the Nile at sunset, enjoying a buffet dinner and live performances including traditional music, whirling dervishes, and belly dancing.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo

Your guide will take you to three important sites that showcase the origins of pyramid building and ancient Egyptian civilization.

Start at Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest stone pyramid in the world and a marvel of early architecture, featuring six stepped layers that influenced future pyramids.

Proceed to Memphis, Egypt’s first capital, to view the colossal statue of Ramses II, a powerful symbol of Egypt’s former glory.

Conclude at Dahshur, exploring the distinctive Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid, which illustrate the evolution of pyramid design and engineering techniques.

Return to Cairo for your final night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Evening: Attend the Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids, a spectacular audiovisual performance illuminating the history and legends of the Giza Plateau, providing a magical conclusion to your journey.

Return to Cairo for a day filled with history and religious significance. Begin at the Citadel of Salah El Din, a commanding fortress established in 1183 AD atop Mokattam Hill, offering panoramic views of the city.

Visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque, a magnificent example of Ottoman architecture known for its gleaming white alabaster walls, soaring domes, and elegant minarets. Wander its tranquil courtyards and admire intricate decorations reflecting centuries of heritage.

Next, explore Old Cairo, a district rich in spiritual and cultural history. Stop at the Abu Serga Church, traditionally believed to be where the Holy Family rested during their flight into Egypt. Then, visit the Hanging Church, famous for its ancient icons and wooden ceiling, built over Roman ruins. Finally, explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of Egypt’s oldest Jewish houses of worship, filled with centuries of history.

This day provides a profound insight into Cairo’s multi-faith cultural fabric.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for a short flight to Aswan, the tranquil southern city renowned for its Nubian heritage.

Upon arrival, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free for relaxation or independent exploration.

Stroll along the scenic Nile Corniche, savor hibiscus tea in a traditional café, or take a felucca sail at sunset to enjoy golden views over Elephantine Island. Aswan is celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and vibrant Nubian traditions.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Aswan

Depart early for a desert drive to the extraordinary Abu Simbel temples, monumental rock-cut structures built by Ramses II in the 13th century BC.

Explore the Great Temple dedicated to Ramses II and the smaller temple honoring Queen Nefertari. Both temples were relocated in an extraordinary UNESCO project to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.

After marveling at these architectural and historical treasures, return to Aswan. Spend the evening at leisure or visit the lively Nubian Market for local crafts and souvenirs.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Aswan

Begin your day with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that transformed Egypt’s agriculture and water management, creating the vast Lake Nasser.

Then, take a motorboat to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Marvel at the temple’s graceful columns, intricate reliefs, and serene riverside setting.

In the afternoon, board your luxurious Nile cruise ship. Enjoy a welcome lunch onboard as your journey through Upper Egypt’s timeless landscapes begins.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Nile Cruise (Aswan)

Sail north to Edfu, where a horse-drawn carriage takes you to the Temple of Horus, Egypt’s best-preserved temple. Explore its towering gateways and sacred chambers dedicated to the falcon god Horus.

Continue to Kom Ombo, a rare double temple devoted to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Visit the Crocodile Museum to see mummified crocodiles revered in ancient Egyptian spirituality.

Return to the cruise for a relaxing evening. Join the traditional Galabeya Party, enjoying music, dancing, and local cuisine for an authentic Egyptian experience.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Nile Cruise

Cross the Nile to Luxor’s West Bank, the spiritual heartland of ancient Egypt. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, were laid to rest in elaborately decorated tombs.

Explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning terraced complex built against cliffs in honor of Egypt’s famous female ruler.

Before returning, see the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that have stood sentinel for over 3,400 years.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Nile Cruise

Disembark from the cruise and visit Luxor’s monumental temples. Start at Karnak Temple, Egypt’s largest temple complex, constructed over two millennia. Stand beneath the Hypostyle Hall, with 134 towering columns, and walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes that once connected Karnak to Luxor Temple.

End the tour at Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated in the evening, surrounded by the bustling city. Admire statues of Ramses II and detailed carvings that depict divine kingship.

Optional activity: Take an early morning hot air balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings (30–45 minutes) for breathtaking panoramic views.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Luxor

Disembark from the cruise and visit Luxor’s monumental temples. Start at Karnak Temple, Egypt’s largest temple complex, constructed over two millennia. Stand beneath the Hypostyle Hall, with 134 towering columns, and walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes that once connected Karnak to Luxor Temple.

End the tour at Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated in the evening, surrounded by the bustling city. Admire statues of Ramses II and detailed carvings that depict divine kingship.

Optional activity: Take an early morning hot air balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings (30–45 minutes) for breathtaking panoramic views.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Luxor

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before being transferred to Luxor Airport for your departure flight.

We hope your Egyptian journey has been inspiring and memorable, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Meals: Breakfast