Start your Egyptian adventure with a visit to the world-famous Pyramids of Giza—Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos—followed by the Great Sphinx . Your expert guide explains the fascinating history and mysteries surrounding these ancient structures. Continue to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in Egypt, and finish with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts including treasures from the tomb of King Tutankhamun. Return to your hotel for overnight.

Visit the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts including Tutankhamun’s treasures. Explore the Citadel of Saladin and Muhammad Ali Mosque, then stroll through Khan El Khalili bazaar.

Travel north to Alexandria, the beautiful Mediterranean city founded by Alexander the Great. Visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, inspired by the ancient library, before heading to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa—one of the largest Roman burial sites in Egypt. Explore Pompey’s Pillar, the Serapeum ruins, and the impressive Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the original site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. After the tour, return to Cairo for overnight.

Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, start your tour of Luxor’s East Bank, beginning with the grand Karnak Temple complex, the largest religious site ever constructed. Walk through its massive columns, ancient halls, and sacred lake. Continue to Luxor Temple, elegantly situated in the heart of the city. After the tours, check in to your Nile Cruise and enjoy dinner onboard.

Cross to the West Bank of Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried in rock-cut tombs decorated with vivid hieroglyphs. Visit the terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, one of Egypt’s most impressive architectural masterpieces. End the day with a stop at the colossal statues of Memnon before returning to your cruise as it begins sailing toward Edfu.

Begin the morning by visiting the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most well-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Sail onward to the dual Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the falcon god. Explore the temple chambers, reliefs, and the Crocodile Museum. Return to the cruise to enjoy relaxing views as you sail toward Aswan.

Start your Aswan exploration with a visit to the stunning Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island. Continue to the High Dam, one of Egypt’s modern engineering achievements, offering panoramic views of Lake Nasser. End the day with a visit to the granite quarries to see the Unfinished Obelisk, which provides fascinating insight into ancient stone-cutting techniques. Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight.

Begin an early morning journey to the monumental temples of Abu Simbel, carved into the mountainside by Pharaoh Ramses II. Explore the Great Temple with its colossal statues and the smaller Temple of Queen Nefertari. Return to Aswan and enjoy free time onboard the cruise.

After breakfast, check out from your cruise and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo, where you will connect to your international departure flight. Your unforgettable 10-day journey through Egypt comes to an end.