Egypte: Caïro, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan - 8 Dagen

After breakfast at the hotel, begin your day with a visit to the iconic Pyramids of Giza: the great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops), Khafre (Kefren), and Menkaure (Micerinos), some of the last remaining wonders of the ancient world. You'll also see the legendary Sphinx and the Valley Temple of Khafre. These ancient monuments offer a glimpse into Egypt's fascinating past, offering some of the most stunning photo opportunities in the world. After the tour, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, head to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, board your cruise boat and enjoy a welcome reception. Your first stop in Luxor is the grand Karnak Temple, one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in Egypt, dedicated to the god Amun-Ra. You'll walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, leading to the massive courtyard and hypostyle hall. Continue your exploration with a visit to the Luxor Temple, known for its towering obelisks and stunning hieroglyphs, including the famous battle reliefs of Ramses II. After the visit, enjoy dinner and spend the night on board the cruise ship in Luxor.

Start your day with breakfast on board, and then embark on a visit to the famous Valley of the Kings, where you will explore the tombs of the Pharaohs, including the tomb of Tutankhamun. From here, head to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel designed in the form of monumental terraces, dedicated to one of Egypt's few female pharaohs. Afterward, visit the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues of Amenhotep III that stand guard over the valley. In the afternoon, sail towards Esna, then continue cruising to Edfu. Enjoy a relaxing dinner ( not included)  and overnight stay on board.

Today is a day of exploration and adventure. After breakfast, visit the magnificent Temple of Horus in Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus. This Ptolemaic temple is one of the best-preserved in Egypt, with towering columns and intricate hieroglyphs. Afterward, sail towards Kom Ombo, where you'll visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, an unusual dual-temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus the Elder. Continue your journey southward to Aswan, where you'll enjoy another night on the cruise ship.

This morning, after breakfast, visit the stunning Temple of Philae in Aswan, dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple is located on an island, and you'll reach it by boat. After exploring the temple, enjoy a relaxing felucca boat ride on the Nile River. The rest of the day is free for optional activities or leisure. Enjoy a peaceful night aboard the cruise.

After breakfast and check-out, you have some free time in Aswan. You may choose to take an optional tour to the majestic Abu Simbel, the great temple of Ramses II, carved into the cliffs of Nubia. Later, you'll fly back to Cairo for your overnight stay. Once you arrive, you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Ontbijt. Op de geplande tijd transfer naar de internationale luchthaven van Caïro. Einde van onze diensten.