Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, your friendly Voyage on the Spot representative will be waiting to welcome you to Egypt.

Our representative will assist you with the arrival procedures and Egyptian entry visa formalities, collect your luggage, and escort you to your private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your luxurious 5-star hotel in Cairo, where you will check in and receive a refreshing welcome drink. Take the rest of the day to relax and unwind after your journey, or simply enjoy the hotel’s facilities as you prepare for the exciting days of exploration ahead.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: None

After breakfast at your hotel, meet your Voyage on the Spot Egyptologist guide and private driver and begin an unforgettable journey through more than 4,500 years of Egyptian history.

Your first stop is the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the last surviving wonder of the Ancient World.

Marvel at the magnificent Great Pyramid of King Cheops (Khufu), the largest of the three pyramids and the most impressive monument of the Giza complex. Your guide will explain how this extraordinary structure was built and its significance as the royal tomb of Pharaoh Khufu.

Continue to the Pyramid of King Chephren (Khafre), which still preserves part of its original smooth limestone casing near the summit. Nearby, discover the Pyramid of King Mykerinus (Menkaure), the smallest of the three main pyramids, yet an important part of the royal necropolis.

No visit to Giza is complete without seeing the mysterious Great Sphinx, the iconic monument with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, traditionally associated with King Chephren. Learn about the Sphinx’s role, symbolism, and enduring mysteries as you admire this remarkable ancient sculpture.

Continue to the Valley Temple of Khafre, an impressive granite-built temple that was once used for the king’s mummification and purification rituals. Admire its massive limestone and granite blocks, ancient columns, and remarkably preserved architectural features.

You will also visit the Grand Egyptian Museum’s Khufu’s Boats Museum / Solar Boat Museum, where you can discover the remarkable reconstructed ancient vessel associated with King Khufu and learn about the sophisticated shipbuilding traditions of ancient Egypt.

After exploring the pyramids, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, offering a chance to relax and experience authentic Egyptian flavors.

In the afternoon, continue to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, one of the world’s most important collections of ancient Egyptian antiquities. Explore galleries filled with statues, jewelry, royal treasures, sarcophagi, mummies, and artifacts spanning thousands of years of Egyptian civilization. Among the highlights are the extraordinary treasures of King Tutankhamun, including his famous golden funerary mask and royal burial objects.

End your day with a visit to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo’s historic marketplace in the heart of Islamic Cairo. Wander through its atmospheric narrow streets and traditional shops filled with spices, perfumes, jewelry, handicrafts, souvenirs, and Egyptian cotton. Take in the vibrant local atmosphere and enjoy some time for shopping or simply exploring this centuries-old bazaar.

Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast at your hotel, check out and transfer in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes and one of Egypt’s greatest archaeological treasures.

Upon arrival in Luxor, your Voyage on the Spot representative will welcome you and assist with your transfer to the elegant Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise. Complete your check-in and settle into your luxurious cabin while enjoying the refined atmosphere and exceptional service of your Nile cruise.

After lunch onboard, begin your first exploration of Luxor’s magnificent East Bank.

Your first visit is to the spectacular Karnak Temple Complex, the largest ancient religious complex in Egypt. Walk along the remains of the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes and enter the monumental temple precinct dedicated primarily to Amun-Ra, the chief god of ancient Thebes. Admire the extraordinary Great Hypostyle Hall, featuring 134 massive columns, as well as towering obelisks, colossal statues, sacred courtyards, and beautifully carved reliefs created by generations of Egyptian pharaohs.

Continue to the enchanting Luxor Temple, located on the eastern bank of the Nile. Unlike Karnak, which developed over centuries as a vast religious complex, Luxor Temple was closely connected with the rejuvenation of kingship and the annual Opet Festival. Explore its impressive entrance, colossal statues of Ramses II, elegant columns, courtyards, and beautifully preserved reliefs depicting ancient religious ceremonies and royal scenes.

After your sightseeing, return to the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise and enjoy dinner onboard as your luxurious Nile journey continues.

Overnight: Luxor – Onboard the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your morning with an early breakfast onboard the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise before setting out with your private Egyptologist guide to explore the extraordinary monuments of Luxor’s West Bank.

Your first stop is the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of ancient Thebes and the burial place of many of Egypt’s most powerful New Kingdom pharaohs. Descend into the beautifully decorated rock-cut tombs and admire the vivid hieroglyphs, colorful scenes, and religious texts that illustrate the ancient Egyptians’ beliefs about the afterlife.

Among the valley’s most famous discoveries is the tomb of King Tutankhamun (KV62), discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. Your guide will share the fascinating story of the discovery and explain the significance of the young pharaoh’s remarkably preserved burial.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Medinet Habu, the magnificent mortuary temple of Ramses III. Explore its massive entrance gateway, imposing courtyards, towering walls, and remarkably detailed reliefs depicting religious ceremonies, military victories, and scenes from the reign of one of Egypt’s great New Kingdom rulers. The temple’s well-preserved inscriptions provide a fascinating glimpse into ancient Egyptian history and royal life.

Next, stop at the iconic Colossi of Memnon, two enormous seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Standing for more than 3,000 years, these monumental figures once guarded the entrance to the king’s vast mortuary temple. Your guide will explain the history of the statues and the fascinating stories surrounding their ancient reputation.

Return to the Oberoi Philae and enjoy lunch as the ship begins sailing south along the Nile toward Esna.

As the cruise reaches Esna, experience the fascinating passage through the Esna Lock, an important part of the Nile’s modern navigation system. Watch as the ship enters the lock and is carefully raised or lowered to continue its journey along the river.

As evening falls, unwind onboard with a sophisticated cocktail reception under the stars, surrounded by the peaceful Nile landscape. Enjoy the elegant atmosphere, refreshing drinks, and beautiful views as Egypt’s ancient scenery slowly fades into the night.

Overnight: Esna – Onboard the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up to the peaceful scenery of the Nile and enjoy breakfast onboard the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise as the ship continues its journey south toward Edfu.

Upon arrival in Edfu, travel to the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples from ancient Egypt. Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god of kingship and protection, the temple was constructed during the Ptolemaic period and preserves an extraordinary wealth of ancient inscriptions and reliefs.

Enter through the enormous Pylon, decorated with monumental scenes of the king before the gods. Continue through the grand courtyard, surrounded by impressive columns, before exploring the temple’s beautifully preserved halls and sanctuaries. Your guide will explain the fascinating mythology of Horus and his battle with Seth, a central story represented throughout the temple’s reliefs.

Return to the cruise and enjoy lunch as you sail toward Kom Ombo, passing picturesque Nile landscapes and traditional villages along the riverbanks.

In the afternoon, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dramatically situated on a bend of the Nile. Unlike most ancient Egyptian temples, Kom Ombo is a double temple, with its layout and sanctuaries divided between two principal deities: Sobek, the crocodile-headed god associated with the Nile, fertility, and protection, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder), the falcon-headed god.

Explore the temple’s symmetrical courtyards, halls, columns, and sanctuaries while discovering beautifully carved reliefs depicting the ancient gods and royal ceremonies. Look for the fascinating reliefs featuring ancient medical instruments, as well as the temple’s famous representations connected with the Nile and crocodile worship.

The visit also offers an insight into the ancient Egyptians’ relationship with the Nile and their reverence for the crocodile, an animal that was both feared and worshipped as a manifestation of Sobek.

Return to the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise and relax as the ship remains moored in the Kom Ombo area. Enjoy dinner onboard while taking in the peaceful atmosphere of the Nile.

Overnight: Kom Ombo – Onboard the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast onboard the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise as you sail toward Aswan, one of Egypt’s most beautiful cities, renowned for its tranquil Nile scenery, islands, and rich Nubian heritage.

Upon arrival, begin your sightseeing with a visit to the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering achievements. Learn how the dam transformed the Nile Valley by regulating the river’s annual flooding and created the vast Lake Nasser, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world. From the dam, enjoy panoramic views across the Nile and Lake Nasser.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Philae, dedicated primarily to Isis, the ancient Egyptian goddess of motherhood, magic, and protection. Reach the temple by a scenic motorboat ride across the Nile, enjoying beautiful views of the surrounding islands and waterways.

Located on Agilkia Island, the beautifully preserved temple complex features monumental gateways, elegant colonnades, sacred courtyards, and detailed reliefs depicting Isis and other ancient Egyptian deities. Explore the First Pylon, the Great Courtyard, the Birth House (Mammisi), and the inner sanctuary while your Egyptologist guide explains the temple’s religious importance and fascinating history.

Discover the remarkable story of Philae’s rescue as well, as the temple complex was carefully dismantled and reconstructed on higher ground at Agilkia Island to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser following the construction of the High Dam.

After lunch onboard, continue your exploration of Aswan’s unique cultural heritage with a motorboat ride through the Nile waterways to visit the Nubian Museum. Discover the rich history and traditions of Nubia through an impressive collection of archaeological artifacts, statues, jewelry, pottery, and cultural exhibits that tell the story of Nubian civilization from ancient times to the modern era.

Enjoy the scenic boat journey back through the peaceful waters of the Nile and return to the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise.

Spend the evening relaxing onboard and enjoying the serene atmosphere of Aswan as your Nile journey continues.

Overnight: Aswan – Onboard the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy your final breakfast onboard the Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise, taking in the peaceful views of the Nile before concluding your unforgettable cruise journey through Upper Egypt.

After breakfast, complete your disembarkation in Aswan and meet your Voyage on the Spot representative for a comfortable private transfer to Aswan Airport.

Board your flight back to Cairo, where you will be welcomed and transferred by private, air-conditioned vehicle to your luxurious 5-star hotel.

Check in and enjoy a relaxing final evening in Cairo at your leisure. Take this opportunity to unwind after your Nile adventure, enjoy the hotel’s facilities, or simply reflect on the unforgettable temples, monuments, and landscapes you have experienced throughout Egypt.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy your final breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and take a moment to savor the last moments of your Egyptian adventure.

At the scheduled time, your friendly Voyage on the Spot representative will meet you at the hotel and escort you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport.

With your unforgettable journey through the Land of the Pharaohs coming to an end, we hope you leave Egypt with cherished memories of its magnificent pyramids, ancient temples, timeless Nile landscapes, and warm hospitality.

Meals: Breakfast