7-Nights Egypt: Cairo and the Nile - Tailormade Journeys — CALL

Itinerary Details

1 Arrive Cairo, Egypt
Cairo stands at the crossroads of history and modernity, where the Nile winds through a city shaped by centuries of civilization. The skyline mixes ancient minarets with contemporary buildings, while narrow alleys lead to lively markets filled with color and sound.


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2 Cairo – Sacred Artifacts
A half-day at the Egyptian Museum offers an unforgettable journey through 7,000 years of history. Housing the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, its highlights include the legendary treasures of Tutankhamun — his iconic gold mask, the solid gold sarcophagus that once held his mummy and his intricately carved throne. Each gallery reveals the richness of Egypt’s past, from monumental statues to delicate jewelry.


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3 Cairo – Eternal Marvels
The Great Pyramids of Giza, the only surviving wonder of the ancient world, rise from the desert as enduring symbols of ancient Egypt. Nearby, the Sphinx — part lion, part man — rests with an air of mystery, believed to bear the likeness of King Khafre. Your Egyptologist guide brings the site to life with insights into its incomparable history and cultural significance.


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4 Aswan – Meet Your Riverboat
Fly to Aswan and board your luxury vessel to a traditional Zaffa welcome. step aboard a felucca for a sail around Elephantine Island, Lord Kitchener’s Botanical Gardens and the Agha Khan Mausoleum (weather permitting).


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5 Cruising The Nile – Sailing Through History
A short motorboat ride brings you to the majestic Philae Temple on Agilika Island. Cruise to the Temple of Edfu, followed by Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to both the falcon-god Haroeris and the crocodile-god Sobek.


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6 Cruising The Nile – Temples Of Luxor And Edfu
This morning, explore the largest and most completely preserved Pharaonic temple in Egypt, the extraordinary temple of Horus at Edfu. Get a taste of Egypt with a cooking lesson you’re your onboard chef. Cruise to Luxor, once ancient Thebes, where golden hills and date palms line the Nile and the air carries echoes of pharaohs and temple rituals. Visit the magnificent temple of Luxor, dedicated to the great god Amun. Make it a festive evening when you don a traditional galabeya for an Egyptian Night costume party.


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7 Cruising The Nile – Shadows Of Kings And Queens
Morning light bathes the West Bank in a golden glow as your day begins with a visit to the Valley of the Queens and the stunning tomb of Nefertari. Explore the Valley of the Kings, where tombs carved deep into the cliffs reveal the grandeur of Egypt’s ancient rulers, including Seti I and Tutankhamun, whose tombs you visit. Serving as grand finale, the temple of Karnak was labored over by generations of pharaohs over the span of 1,000 years, making it the largest place of worship in the ancient world. Tonight’s farewell gala dinner features gourmet cuisine served by white-gloved waiters, followed by a dervish show and belly dance performance.


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8 Depart Cairo



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