Elegance of the Nile

Day 1  Cairo    
Welcome to the timeless land of the pharaohs! Upon arrival your private chauffeur will transfer you to your luxurious hotel for your welcome drink.    

Day 2  Cairo    
Journey into the ancient world with an Egyptologist, stepping up close to the Great Pyramids of Giza and visit their guardian, the Sphinx.  In the evening enjoy a spectacular Sound and Light Show at the Pyramids.    

Day 3  Cairo to Luxor    
This morning head to Karnak, one of the largest temple complexes built by man to take a walk through the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes. Later, board the River Tosca for your luxury Nile cruise.

Days 4-5  Luxor  
Today, visit the Temple of Hathor, one of the best preserved temples in all of Egypt, before enjoying an exclusive, after hours visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Temple of Luxor. On day 5 venture to the west bank of the Nile, stopping at the Colossi of Memnon en route. Continue to the Valley of the Kings, one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world.    

Day 6  Kitchener’s Island    
Board a Nile Felucca, a traditional sailboat for a peaceful sail around Kitchener’s Island. Enjoy afternoon tea on the terrace of the Old Cataract Hotel, as Winston Churchill and Princess Diana have previously done.    

Day 7  Aswan    
Visit the Aswan High Dam and the ancient Granite Quarries today, where one of Queen Hatshepsut’s obelisks lies abandoned in the bedrock.  This evening enjoy a Nubian folklore show and music.    

Day 8  Aswan to Edfu    
Relish a relaxing morning or perhaps opt to explore Abu Simbel’s fabulous temples. Learn about the powerful women in Egypt’s history or how to make the perfect Egyptian cocktail.    

Day 9  Edfu to Luxor    
Visit Esna Temple, with a local historian to unveil Egypt’s treasures, before rejoining your cruise back to Luxor where you will enjoy a celebration dinner this evening on board.    

Days 10-11  Luxor to Cairo    
Visit the towering Alabaster Mosque and wander the Khan-el-Khalili bazaar to be dazzled by the colourful and lively atmosphere of the souk. This afternoon, view treasures recovered from the Tomb of Tutankhamun at the Egyptian Museum. Your tour comes to an end on day 11.