Indulge in 13 days of luxury exploring Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, and Hurghada. Passion Egypt Tours will provide American travelers with private guides, luxury transport, and the award-winning Movenpick Sunray Nile Cruise. Visit Egypt’s most iconic sites while enjoying world-class accommodations and service. Book this luxury holiday and experience Egypt in style.
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Enjoy a luxurious journey aboard the Movenpick MS Sunray Nile Cruise.
Visit Hatshepsut, Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Philae, Edfu, and Abu Simbel.
Experience the finest services on this high-end Nile Cruise.
Learn about 4,500 years of Egyptian civilization.
Admire the art and architecture of Upper Egypt.
Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will greet you and assist with immigration formalities and baggage handling. You will then be transferred to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle for check-in.
In the evening, following your exquisite dinner at the hotel, you will experience a remarkable Sound & Light Show at the Giza Pyramids Complex, where history is vividly brought to life beneath the stars through storytelling, music, and laser projections on the ancient monuments.
At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel to rest overnight before continuing your luxury tour of Egypt.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Following breakfast, commence your luxurious historical journey accompanied by a private Egyptologist guide:
The Giza Pyramids Complex, home to the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, dates back to 2650 BC. This site showcases Egypt's architectural mastery and the religious beliefs of the Old Kingdom.
The Great Pyramid is the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, built around 2570 BC for Pharaoh Khufu. Made from more than 2.3 million limestone blocks weighing a total of 6 million tons, it originally stood 147 meters tall, demonstrating ancient Egypt’s remarkable engineering skills and deep spiritual commitment to the afterlife.
The Great Sphinx of Giza stands as an enduring symbol of mystery and guardianship, embodying the power of Pharaoh Khafre (2558–2532 BC). Sculpted from a single limestone ridge, this monumental figure—with the body of a lion and a human head—watches over the Giza Plateau and fascinates observers with its mysterious aura and the grand dream stela positioned between its massive paws.
The Valley Temple of Khafre is an ancient funerary temple that was essential for the embalming and purification of royal remains. Constructed from large limestone and granite blocks, it functioned as a sacred place where deceased pharaohs were prepared for their journey to the afterlife, connecting the mortal world with the divine.
Enjoy a luxurious lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Nile and the Pyramids, then proceed with your tour guided by your expert tour guide to the following destinations:
The Saqqara Step Pyramid is the oldest pyramid globally and represents the earliest major stone construction in recorded history, constructed between 2670 and 2650 BC. This six-tiered monument was designed by the brilliant architect Imhotep for Pharaoh Djoser. It signifies the start of pyramid construction in Egypt and introduced an innovative architectural style for royal burial sites.
You will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Hurghada, where our representative will meet you and escort you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to check in at a 5-star hotel for your overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Flight: Cairo to Hurghada
Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Experience a full-day snorkeling excursion by boat in the pristine waters of the Red Sea, discovering colorful coral reefs and diverse marine wildlife. The Red Sea is renowned worldwide as a premier diving location, celebrated for its rich biodiversity and excellent visibility.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks
Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Unwind at your resort, partake in water sports, or explore the city's shops and cafes. Hurghada provides an ideal combination of beach relaxation and authentic local culture.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks
Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Continue to enjoy the Red Sea sunshine and resort amenities, or opt for an optional desert safari or spa treatment.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks
Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Following breakfast on your luxury journey, you will be transported to Luxor in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, your tour guide will lead the group in exploring:
The Karnak Temple Complex was constructed over a span of more than 2,000 years, from 2000 BC to 30 BC. It is the largest religious complex ever built, primarily devoted to the Theban Triad—Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Its impressive pylons, hypostyle hall, and sacred lake showcase the spiritual, political, and architectural accomplishments of ancient Egypt throughout various dynasties.
Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Luxor, followed by a transfer to check in at a luxurious 5-star hotel in Luxor. In the evening, proceed to visit:
Luxor Temple is illuminated by golden light after dark, creating a stunning visual experience. Constructed around 1400 BC, it was built to commemorate the renewal of kingship during the Opet Festival. The temple functioned as a symbolic birthplace of divine rulers and a significant venue for ceremonies linking pharaohs with the gods.
Board your luxurious 5-star Nile cruise and savor a dinner onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise
Enjoy breakfast at your luxury hotel, followed by a guided tour to explore the ancient marvels of Luxor’s west bank, including:
The Valley of the Kings is a revered burial site located deep within the Theban hills, dating back to the early New Kingdom period (1570 – 1050 BC). This valley functioned as the burial ground for New Kingdom pharaohs, including Tutankhamun and Ramses II. The intricately decorated tombs provide valuable insights into ancient beliefs about the afterlife and royal burial customs.
The Temple of Hatshepsut is a magnificent monument carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari around 1479 BC. This mortuary temple embodies the grace and power of Queen Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC), one of the rare female pharaohs of Egypt. Its terraces, colonnades, and religious symbolism showcase her extraordinary reign and dedication to the god Amun.
You will enjoy your lunch at an upscale restaurant in Luxor
The Colossi of Memnon, standing 18 meters tall, guard the entrance to the ancient city of Thebes. These twin statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386 - 1349 BC) originally flanked his magnificent mortuary temple. Despite centuries of wear and damage, they still inspire awe and remain enduring symbols of royal authority and artistic excellence.
Return to your luxury Nile cruise to enjoy dinner and spend the night onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise
Savor your breakfast aboard the Nile cruise as you journey towards Edfu and Kom Ombo, and explore:
The Edfu Temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, is among the most well-preserved sanctuaries from the Ptolemaic period, constructed between 237 BC and 57 BC. Its imposing pylons, intricate reliefs, and sacred inscriptions clearly illustrate the legendary conflict between Horus and Seth, representing a fundamental example of ancient Egyptian religious storytelling and temple design.
Kom Ombo Temple is a unique double temple dedicated to both Sobek, the god of fertility and crocodiles, and Horus the Elder. Constructed between 180 BC and 47 BC, its symmetrical architecture and medical reliefs, featuring ancient surgical tools, offer valuable insights into Egyptian science, medicine, astronomy, and the concept of duality in worship.
You will return to your Nile cruise for lunch and dinner, followed by an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise
Start your day with breakfast boxes before meeting your private tour guide for the following visits:
The Abu Simbel temples, sculpted into a mountainside by King Ramses II around 1200 B.C., are considered architectural masterpieces intended to symbolize divine power and celebrate military victories, notably the Battle of Kadesh. Carefully aligned with the solar calendar, the inner sanctuary is illuminated by sunlight twice annually during the Sun Festival on February 22 and October 22, marking the pharaoh’s birthday and coronation.
Return to your cruise ship to enjoy lunch and dinner, and stay overnight onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise
You will start your day with breakfast, followed by checking out from your Nile cruise, and then proceed to visit:
The Aswan High Dam is a remarkable modern engineering achievement completed in 1970 to control the Nile's annual floods, ensure a reliable water supply for agriculture, and generate hydroelectric power. Its construction significantly impacted Egypt’s economy and altered the Nile Valley by forming Lake Nasser, one of the largest man-made lakes globally.
The Unfinished Obelisk is a colossal artwork left incomplete in its granite quarry, showcasing the advanced stone-carving skills of ancient Egypt. Thought to have been commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, it would have become the largest obelisk ever erected if it had not cracked, providing valuable insight into ancient engineering methods.
You will savor a delightful gourmet lunch in an exquisite restaurant
The Philae Temple is a captivating marvel elegantly situated on Agilkia Island. Constructed in 280 BC and dedicated to the goddess Isis, this temple complex served as a significant place of worship during the Greco-Roman period. Saved from flooding by UNESCO in the 1960s, it continues to stand as a remarkable symbol of faith and architectural beauty, deeply connected to the legend of Osiris.
You will be transferred to your hotel in Aswan and check in for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Aswan Hotel
Following breakfast, depart from your Aswan hotel and transfer to Aswan airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, proceed to visit:
The Egyptian Museum houses more than 120,000 remarkable artifacts that highlight Egypt's distinguished heritage. Located in Tahrir Square, this renowned museum features Egypt’s rich history, including golden treasures of prominent kings and queens, royal artifacts, and masterpieces from all periods of ancient Egyptian civilization.
During your luxury tour, you will proceed to your restaurant to enjoy lunch, followed by:
The Hanging Church, constructed in the 3rd century, is a remarkable architectural marvel perched atop the remains of a Roman fortress in Coptic Cairo. It stands as one of Egypt’s oldest and most venerated Christian landmarks, renowned for its wooden nave, intricate icons, and its important role in the history of early Christianity.
The Khan El-Khalili bazaar is a grand maze of numerous souks dating back to the 14th century AD. It provides an authentic experience of traditional Cairo, featuring handcrafted products, spices, jewelry, and historic cafés rich in culture, offering visitors a memorable and beloved shopping journey.
Al-Muizz Street is an open-air museum developed between the 10th and 19th centuries. Running through the center of Islamic Cairo, this historic street features grand mosques, ancient gates, and Mamluk-era buildings, serving as a vibrant reminder of Egypt’s Islamic Golden Age.
You will proceed to your hotel in Cairo for check-in and overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Flight: Aswan to Cairo
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After enjoying your breakfast, you will depart for Alexandria with your guide to explore:
The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa are an extraordinary underground necropolis that merges Pharaonic, Hellenistic, and Roman architectural styles. Established in the 2nd century AD, it provides a unique insight into Alexandria’s diverse cultural heritage through its intricately adorned chambers, sarcophagi, and sculpted reliefs.
The Pillar of Pompey, an impressive granite column standing 25 meters tall, is one of the remaining landmarks of ancient Roman Alexandria. It is thought to honor Emperor Diocletian’s triumph and his benevolence towards the city.
The Qaitbay Citadel, constructed in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay, stands on the location of the former Lighthouse of Alexandria. This coastal fortress was designed to protect Egypt’s northern shoreline and serves as a notable example of medieval Islamic military architecture.
You will be accompanied by your tour guide to a charming restaurant for a delicious lunch, followed by continued sightseeing.
The Alexandria Bibliotheca stands as a remarkable modern marvel, revitalizing the legacy of its historic predecessor. This state-of-the-art cultural center features millions of books, rare manuscripts, exhibition spaces, and a planetarium, establishing it as a worldwide symbol of knowledge and heritage.
Return to Cairo in the evening for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After breakfast and checkout, our representative will assist you with your transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure, concluding your unforgettable 13-day luxury journey through Egypt.
Meals: Breakfast
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