11 Days Private Guided Tour of Egypt​ with Dahabiya

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where you’ll be greeted by a dedicated representative for assistance with arrival formalities. A private transfer takes you to your hotel, leaving the rest of the day free to settle in and relax before your adventure begins.

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist for a full day exploring the iconic Pyramids of Giza. Discover the Great Pyramid of Cheops, see the pyramids of Chephren and Mykerinos, and stand before the Great Sphinx. Visit the Valley Temple, learning about ancient burial customs. Later, head to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square to view the world’s most celebrated collection of pharaonic artifacts. Lunch is included at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Enjoy breakfast, then transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, your guide will accompany you to the city’s East Bank, starting at the monumental Karnak Temple Complex and then the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple, once linked by the Avenue of Sphinxes. After sightseeing, check in at your hotel and enjoy a restful evening.

Cross to Luxor’s West Bank for a morning of ancient discovery. Explore the tombs of legendary rulers in the Valley of the Kings, marvel at the cliff-cut Temple of Hatshepsut, and pause to admire the massive Colossi of Memnon. Return to your hotel after a day of history and wonder.

After breakfast and hotel checkout, travel by road to Esna, where your Dahabiya awaits. Visit Esna Temple and explore the bustling local market before you set sail. The boat glides toward El Kab, famed for its ancient tombs and temple ruins. Enjoy your first dinner onboard or on the riverbank in tranquil surroundings.

Begin the day sailing toward Edfu. Take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, renowned for its preservation and grandeur. After exploring, return to the Dahabiya for lunch and later enjoy a guided stroll through Wadi El Shat, a peaceful area dotted with villages and desert landscapes.

Relax as the Dahabiya continues to Gebel El Silsila. Visit its impressive rock-cut shrines and learn about the ancient quarries that supplied Egypt’s temples. After lunch, sail to Kom Ombo to explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. End the day with dinner beneath the stars near Maniha.

This morning, visit Daraw’s vibrant camel market and discover local village life. Continue sailing to Koubania, a welcoming Nubian village surrounded by lush orchards. Spend your last evening on the cruise enjoying the peaceful riverside setting.

After breakfast, disembark in Aswan and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. On arrival, you’ll be taken to your hotel to relax or head out to explore at your own pace.

Begin the day at the Grand Egyptian Museum, a world-class venue showcasing ancient masterpieces. Then continue to the Citadel of Saladin, where you’ll visit the elegant Alabaster Mosque and take in sweeping views over Cairo. Return to your hotel for your final evening in the city.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure. Your private tour concludes with lasting memories of Egypt’s timeless wonders.