Begin your day with a visit to the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world’s largest archaeological museum. Here you’ll see over 100,000 ancient artifacts including the complete collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures. Enjoy an optional lunch featuring local cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the historic Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, perched high above the city with panoramic views of Cairo. In the evening, attend a Welcome Reception featuring a variety of Egyptian tapas and refreshments.

Start your journey with a visit to the ancient capital of Memphis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. Continue to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of Zoser—the earliest colossal stone building in Egypt. Enjoy an optional lunch at the renowned Mena House Hotel before heading to the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Great Sphinx, the only remaining wonder of the ancient world.

In the morning, explore Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and Abu Serga Church. Fly to Luxor in the afternoon, where you’ll embark on your luxurious Nile cruise ship. Settle into your suite and enjoy dinner onboard as you prepare for your journey through Upper Egypt.

Visit the Valley of the Queens followed by the Valley of the Kings, home to the tomb of King Tutankhamun. Explore the magnificent tomb of Seti I, known for its vibrant wall paintings. Visit the grand Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri and admire the towering Colossi of Memnon. Later, join an optional Egyptian cooking class or relax on deck with views of the Theban Mountains.

Cruise to Edfu to visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, a Greco-Roman masterpiece dedicated to the falcon-headed god. Admire the reliefs and inscriptions, then enjoy a relaxing afternoon onboard as you continue sailing toward Aswan.

Spend the morning at leisure or join an optional excursion to the majestic temples of Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, sail in a traditional felucca around Elephantine Island. Optionally, enjoy high tea at the iconic Old Cataract Hotel overlooking the Nile. This evening, enjoy a folkloric performance and belly dancing onboard.

Take a motorboat to the island of Agilkia to visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Then visit a Nubian village on Hisa Island and interact with local families. Sail onward to Kom Ombo to explore its unique double temple dedicated to both Sobek and Haroeris. In the evening, celebrate with a traditional Galabeya party on board.

Enjoy a leisurely morning cruise back to Luxor. Visit the sprawling Karnak Temple complex, with its immense Hypostyle Hall of 134 columns. Later, visit a papyrus institute to learn about the ancient Egyptian writing material. Continue to the beautiful Luxor Temple and cap your day with a stroll through the bustling Luxor Market.

Sail north to Qena to visit the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Admire the stunning astronomical ceiling and relief of Cleopatra and Caesarion. Return to Luxor by evening.

Disembark your cruise and transfer to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Cairo at your own pace or unwind at the hotel.

Bid farewell to Egypt. Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, filled with lifelong memories of an extraordinary journey.