Embark on a 7-day adventure through Egypt in December, when the weather is pleasantly cool and the crowds are fewer. Discover the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and the majestic temples of Luxor and Aswan. Cruise along the Nile aboard a deluxe vessel, taking in the tranquil beauty of Egypt’s winter landscapes. This journey blends history, culture, and comfort, offering an unforgettable exploration of ancient wonders and modern life.
Arrive in Cairo, where a representative greets you at the airport and assists with all formalities before transferring you comfortably to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle. The rest of the day is yours to relax after your flight or to explore the lively streets of Cairo at your own pace.
Meals: None
Overnight: Cairo
Day 2: The Pyramids of Giza & Grand Egyptian Museum
After breakfast, begin your exploration of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks. Visit the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, along with the enigmatic Sphinx and the Valley Temple, once used for royal purification rituals. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest archaeological museum in the world, where you’ll see priceless artifacts including the treasures of King Tutankhamun. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Cairo
Day 3: Fly to Aswan & Board Nile Cruise
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, visit the Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island, followed by a tour of the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering marvel. Later, board your luxury Nile cruise, enjoy lunch on board, and take in the serene views of Aswan’s desert and river scenery.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise in Aswan
Day 4: Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo. Visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, and explore the Crocodile Museum displaying ancient mummified crocodiles. Continue sailing to Edfu, where a horse-drawn carriage takes you to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, adorned with magnificent carvings and towering pylons depicting mythological scenes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise
Day 5: Luxor West Bank Discovery
After breakfast, sail to Luxor and begin your exploration of the West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs lie hidden in the cliffs, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun (optional entry). Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece carved into the mountainside, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photos before checking into your hotel in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Luxor
Day 6: Luxor East Bank – Fly Back to Cairo
After breakfast, explore the East Bank of Luxor, beginning with the vast Karnak Temple Complex, a monumental site filled with towering columns and sacred inscriptions. Continue to the elegant Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Later, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy your final evening at leisure, perhaps with a dinner overlooking the Nile.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo
Day 7: Farewell Egypt
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable 7-day Egypt Tour in December — a journey filled with history, discovery, and timeless beauty.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: None
Includes/Excludes
Meet and assist at airports by representatives during arrival and departure
Guest relations assistance throughout the stay
3 nights’ accommodation in Cairo with daily breakfast
3 nights’ accommodation on a 5-star Nile cruise with full board
Meals as specified in the itinerary at quality restaurants
Private professional tour guide (English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish)
Domestic flights (Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo)
All sightseeing tours conducted privately with a guide
Entrance fees to all listed attractions
Bottled water during excursions
All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
All taxes and service charges
International airfare and entry visa
Tipping
Optional excursions
Personal expenses
Gala dinner
Tour maps
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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