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Flexibility in Cairo
Classical sights of Aswan
Tombs & temples
3 nights cruising the Nile
Treasures of Luxor

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Itinerary

9 days / 8 nights

Location	Nights
Cairo	4
Nile Cruise	3
Luxor	1

Day 01 Arrive Cairo

Arrival into the Egyptian capital. Settle into your gracious hotel on the west bank of the Nile.
Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence

Day 02 Cairo

Your first full day in Cairo includes a visit to the Pyramids of Giza, the only present day survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, then view the enigmatic Sphinx, the remarkably preserved Solar Boat and enter the burial chamber of Cheops. The dazzling city of Cairo has much to offer, ancient monuments, glittering mosques, imposing citadels, a labyrinthine bazaar and old Coptic churches. Design your own afternoon with a choice of one of the following activities. Visit the necropolis of Saqqara and the impressive new museum of Imhotep; tour on foot through the attractions of Islamic Cairo or tour old Coptic Cairo including the Coptic Museum (B,L).
Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence

Day 03 Design Your Day Cairo

This morning walk through 7,000 years of history at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities including the treasures of Tutankhamen and the Mummy Room. Another afternoon to choose your own touring. Choose one of the following activities. Tour on foot through the attractions of Islamic Cairo; search for treasure in the colourful aisles of the Khan El Khalili bazaar or tour old Coptic Cairo including the Coptic Museum (B,L).
Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence

Day 04 Cairo - Aswan

An early flight south to board the stately Sun Boat IV moored in A&K’s private Aswan dock. There is the option this morning of visiting the colossal temples of Abu Simbel beside Lake Nasser, one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring sights before boarding. This afternoon see the highlights of Aswan including the High Dam and the Philae Temple. Join the Captain this evening for a complimentary cocktail and canapés (B,L,D).
Sun Boat IV

Days 05-06 Nile Cruise

The next two days are spent on the Nile with daily forays accompanied by your Egyptologist. See the temple of Kom Ombo on a glorious bend in the Nile and the Pharaonic temple of Horus at Edfu, the most completely preserved of its kind. Reaching Luxor there is much to see including the Valley of the Kings & Queens, Ramses’s Tomb, Hatshepsut’s Temple, a monument to Ancient Egypt’s only female pharaoh, and the temples of Luxor and Karnak. There is also an opportunity to learn the secrets of Egyptian cuisine in a cooking demonstration from your Sun Boat chef (B,L,D).
Sun Boat IV

Day 07 Luxor

This morning disembark the cruise and transfer to your hotel on the corniche. Luxor is the ancient capital of Thebes and a bustling upper Egyptian town with the Nile flowing between the modern town and the ancient necropolis on the West Bank. The afternoon explore the Luxor Museum full of ancient relics (B).
Hilton Luxor Hotel - Nile View Deluxe Room

Day 08 Luxor - Cairo

A flight back to the Egyptian capital and the afternoon to relax (B).
Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence

Day 09 Cairo

Farewell Egypt on departure from Cairo (B).

Optional Extensions

Choose to combine your journey with one of A&K’s fantastic extensions. Not to be missed, these additions are specially selected by our travel consultants.

Abu Simbel Extension

One of Egypt’s major highlights, the massive temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari were painstakingly moved stone by stone in 1964 to higher ground to escape the rising waters of Lake Nasser. To ensure our guests enjoy the magnificence of this site in unrivalled style, A&K has its own office, Egyptologist and vehicles on site. The three and a half hour tour includes: A&K’s exclusive charter flight (seasonal) or business class flights, A&K transfers, sightseeing with an private A&K guide and entrance fees. This highly recommended add-on is best included on day four of the ‘Land of the Pharaohs’, day eight of ‘The Nile in Style’ or day four of ‘Egyptian Sojourn’.