DAY 01:                                    CAIRO.
Arrival at Cairo airport. After you clear customs and collect your luggage, a our representative will meet you and assist with the transfer to your hotel.. Check in and overnight at hotel in Cairo.

DAY 02:                                     CAIRO.
This morning we drive to the Giza Plateau, home of Egypt’s signature attractions: the Great Pyramids, proclaimed by the Greeks to be among the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. We visit the great Pyramids of Giza and their guardian Sphinx, Memphis-first capital of the ancient kingdom to see the statue of Ramses II then to Sakkara to see the Step pyramid.
Optional - After dinner on your own, return to Giza for a spectacular Sound & Light show. Nothing compares to seeing the Pyramids and the Sphinx illuminated at night; the visual effects as well as dramatic commentary make for an unforgettable evening. Overnight at our hotel in Cairo.

DAY 03:                                     CAIRO.
This morning we visit the Egyptian Museum the world-renowned Museum of Egyptian Antiquities. Accompanied by your certified Egyptologist, you’ll stroll through the halls highlighting each historical period of this ancient land. Overnight at our hotel

DAY 04:                                    CAIRO - ASWAN.
This morning transfer to Cairo Airport for our flight to Aswan. Optional - connect with a flight to Abu Simbel for half day sightseeing and return flight back to Aswan. Then you will be escorted to embark on the Nile cruise ship - your floating hotel for the next five days. After lunch, enjoy a tour visiting the High Dam. Just north of the border between Egypt and Sudan lies Aswan High Dam, a huge rock filled dam which captures the world's longest river, the Nile, in the world's largest artificial reservoir, Lake Nasser. The dam, known as “Sadd El-Aali” in Arabic, was completed in 1970 after 10 years of work. Then visit the Unfinished Obelisk, located in the Northern Quarry, still lies where a crack was discovered as it was being hewn from the rock. This obelisk would have been the largest ever erected if it hadn't cracked before it was fully quarried. Tools left by its builders have given archaeologists much insight into how such work was performed. The site has recently been renovated and equipped with tourist facilities. You will also enjoy a short trip on a motorboat to Philae Temple, which will bring you to a magnificent vista of the island, before landing at what would have been the ancient quay on the south side. The temple was dedicated to the goddess Isis and has many legends connected to it. The most well known legend tells the story of how Isis found the heart of Osiris here after his murder by his brother Seth. Overnight in Aswan on board.

DAY 05:                                    ASWAN - KOMOMBO - EDFO.
Enjoy breakfast on board before cruising to Kom Ombo to visit the Temple. The Temple, dating to the Ptolemy, is built on a high dune overlooking the Nile. Kom Ombo is actually two temples consisting of a Temple to Sobek and a Temple of Haroeris Tonight enjoy a special costume party while sailing to Edfu. Overnight on board.

DAY 06:                                   EFFU -  ESNA - LUXOR.
Early this morning explore the Temple of Horus, the falcon god. This morning soak up the atmosphere and culture of life on the Nile as we sail to Luxor. In the afternoon, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temples. Karnak was erected in 1928 BC as a small shrine dedicated to Amun, god of Thebes. The Temple comprises three main temples, smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples - all constructed over 1300 years. The three main temples of Mut, Monthu, and Amun, are enclosed in enormous brick walls, with the temple of Amun at the center. Karnak is now the largest and oldest temple compound on earth. Many festivals were celebrated in Thebes. The Temple of Luxor was the center of the most important one, the festival of Opet. Built largely by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, the temple served as a setting for the rituals of the festival, which was held to reconcile the human aspect of the ruler with his divine office. The procession of images of the current royal family began at Karnak and ended at Luxor temple. Overnight in Luxor on board.

DAY 08:                                    LUXOR - SHARM EL SHEIKH (SINAI-RED SEA).
Today you will be transferred to Luxor airport for your flight to Sharm El Sheikh where you will be met and escorted to your hotel. Overnight in Sharm.

DAY 09:                                    SHARM EL SHEIKH (SINAI-RED SEA).
Enjoy the Crystal clear waters, deep sea diving, colored fish, snorkeling, fishing, Golfing, the sunny sandy beaches and the water sports, Camel ride, desert safari and Bedouin tent. Overnight in Sharm

DAY 10:                                    SHARM EL SHEIKH – ST. CATHERNE.
Start early morning and drive nearly 3 hrs to St. Catherine village to visit famous Monastery of Saint Catherine, which has been in existence in the depths of the Sinai desert since the sixth century. The Byzantine church has been preserved here since its construction in 542 AD. Moses Well can still be seen near the monastery Church. After the visit of the monastery, drive to Dahab village where lunch will be served. Overnight in Sharm.

DAY 11:                                    SHARM EL SHEIKH - CAIRO.
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Overnight in Cairo Optional - half day tour visiting not-to-be-missed the Khan Al-Khalili bazaar, abuzz with activity and offering a priceless perspective on Cairo’s oriental character.

DAY 13:                                    CAIRO.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back home.