Egypt | Land of the Pharaohs
 Egyptian spices |
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12 days / 11 nights
| Location | Nights |
| Cairo | 4 |
| Nile Cruise | 7 |
Day 01 Arrive Cairo
An A&K welcome on arrival into the Egyptian capital. Transfer to your luxury hotel and the rest of the day at leisure to settle in. Cairo (choice of category)
Day 02 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. After lunch visit 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 Soar Boat and enter the burial chamber of Cheops. Tonight dine with a local Egyptian family (B,L,D).
Cairo (choice of category)
Day 03 Design Your Day Cairo
The dazzling city of Cairo has much to offer, ancient monuments, glittering mosques, imposing citadels, a labyrinthine bazaar and old Coptic churches. Choose two 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; search for treasure in the colourful aisles of the Khan El Khalili bazaar or tour old Coptic Cairo including the Coptic Museum (B,L). Cairo (choice of category)
Day 04 Cairo - Aswan
An early flight south to board the idyllic Sun Boat III moored in a private dock in Aswan. 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. In the afternoon sail around the islands by felucca seeing Lord Kitchener’s Island and the Agha Khan mausoleum as you pass. Join the Captain this evening for a complimentary cocktail and canapés (B,L,D).
Sun Boat III (choice of category)
Days 05-10 Nile Cruise
The next six days are spent on the Nile with daily forays accompanied by your Egyptologist. See the highlights of Aswan including the High Dam and the Philae Temple, the temple of Kom Ombo on a glorious bend in the Nile, the Pharaonic temple of Horus at Edfu, the most completely preserved of its kind, the Greco-Roman Temple of Khnum at Esna. Reaching Luxor there is much to see including the Valley of the Kings & Queens and Ramses’s Tomb, Hatshepsut’s Temple, a monument to Ancient Egypt’s only female pharaoh, the temples of Luxor and Karnak as well as the astonishing tombs of El Asasif. A unique inclusion on this cruise are the ancient highlights north of Luxor: Qena and Nag Hammadi, the holy centre of Abydos and the Temple of Hathor in Denderah (B,L,D).
Sun Boat III (choice of category)
Day 11 Luxor - Cairo
A flight back to the Egyptian capital and the afternoon to relax (B). Cairo
Day 12 Depart Cairo
Farewell Egypt on departure from Cairo (B).
Note: Cruise available in reverse direction from Luxor to Aswan.
As well as exploring the accommodation options outlined in this itinerary you can choose to combine your journey with one of A&K’s fantastic Egypt extensions, Dubai Stopovers or another Arabian destination.
Egypt | Alexandria & Siwa Extension
United Arab Emirates | Ritz Carlton Dubai Stopover
United Arab Emirates | Burj Al Arab Dubai Stopover
United Arab Emirates | Madinat Jumeirah – Dar Al Masyaf Dubai Stopover
United Arab Emirates | Al Maha Desert Resort Stopover
& with A&K’s own charter flights operating throughout Egypt, your luggage handling and transfers will all be looked after by A&K Egypt. Your charter flight to Abu Simbel will arrive earlier than scheduled flights, allowing your more time to explore. When charter flights are not operating A&K will book your business class seats within Egypt (subject to availability).
Choice of Accommodation
| City | Platinum | Gold |
| Cairo | Four Seasons at the First Residence (Standard) | Conrad (Partial Nile View room) |
| Sun Boat III | Promenade Deck Cabin | Nile Deck Cabin |
Four Seasons at the First Residence
Situated on the west bank of the Nile beside Cairo’s Zoological and Botanical Gardens, the Four Seasons at the First Residence is a luxurious haven with impressive views of the Great Pyramids or the river Nile. Its 271 guest rooms and suites are spacious with exquisite Egyptian cotton bed linen and the finest amenities. A good choice of restaurants and bars, shopping centre, pool, spa and Wellness Centre.
