Private Tour Highlights
- Visit the great Pyramids at Giza, the Sphinx, and many historical temples that were dedicated to rulers, gods and goddesses.
- Sail down the Nile River aboard the luxurious Dahabeya Amirat to Aswan
- Enjoy a unique tour of Luxor from high above in a hot air balloon
- Visit museums that house the largest collections of Egyptian artifacts
- Take a few steps back in time to the age of the Pharaohs and observe how ancient rulers governed
Tour Overview
Feel like the King of the Nile when traveling in luxury on this grand tour of Egypt’s cultural destinations in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. After visiting the Great Pyramids at Giza and the Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, sail down the Nile River aboard the luxurious Dahabeya Amirat to Aswan. During the Nile cruise, visit several different, and beautiful, ancient Temples dedicated to Egyptian Gods and Goddesses. During the trip to Egypt enjoy all private tours of the Egypt’s rich cultural highlights including pyramids, Temples, and museums holding a plethora of ancient Egyptian artifacts. During the visit, stay with Yampu at Cairo, Luxor and Aswan’s most luxurious hotels in their supreme accommodations.
Inclusions
Exclusions
International airfare (unless specifically included), airport departure taxes that must be paid on-site, gratuities, meals not mentioned, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with meals, early / late check-out, room service, visa fees/services and other personal items or services not mentioned.
Package Price: From £$ 9448
Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.
Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
International flight to Cairo
Overnight flight to Cairo.
Overnight flight to Cairo.
Giza
Upon arrival in Cairo transfer privately to Le Meridian Pyramids hotel.
This evening, transfer to Giza for an unforgettable story of Egypt as seen through the eyes of the Sphinx! This incredible experience is enhanced by the sight of the pyramids lit up under the vast Egyptian night sky.
Upon arrival in Cairo transfer privately to Le Meridian Pyramids hotel.
This evening, transfer to Giza for an unforgettable story of Egypt as seen through the eyes of the Sphinx! This incredible experience is enhanced by the sight of the pyramids lit up under the vast Egyptian night sky.
Tour of the Great Pyramids & the Sphinx
Today enjoy a full day private tour of the Great Pyramids at Giza and the Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. During the tour today visit the pyramids of Memphis and Saqqara, and the ruins of Memphis in the village of Mit Rahina. The tour ends with a visit to the Saqqara Necropolis, where the step pyramid of Zoser stands. Lunch is included. This afternoon, return to the Le Meridian Pyramids and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Today enjoy a full day private tour of the Great Pyramids at Giza and the Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. During the tour today visit the pyramids of Memphis and Saqqara, and the ruins of Memphis in the village of Mit Rahina. The tour ends with a visit to the Saqqara Necropolis, where the step pyramid of Zoser stands. Lunch is included. This afternoon, return to the Le Meridian Pyramids and enjoy the evening at leisure.
City tour of Cairo
Today, take a full day private tour of Cairo. The tour begins this morning with a visit to the Egyptian Museum. After lunch, head to the Citadel to see the once glorious medieval fortification. To complete the day, visit the famous Khan-el-Khalili Bazaar for a bit of bartering before returning to the Le Meridian Pyramids for an evening at leisure.
Today, take a full day private tour of Cairo. The tour begins this morning with a visit to the Egyptian Museum. After lunch, head to the Citadel to see the once glorious medieval fortification. To complete the day, visit the famous Khan-el-Khalili Bazaar for a bit of bartering before returning to the Le Meridian Pyramids for an evening at leisure.
Luxor
This morning, transfer privately to the airport for the flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, transfer privately to the Deluxe Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa for an afternoon at leisure.
This morning, transfer privately to the airport for the flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, transfer privately to the Deluxe Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa for an afternoon at leisure.
Exploring the Valley of the Kings
Enjoy the morning at leisure.
In the afternoon, transfer to the Valley of the Kings for a private tour of the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and of the Colossi of Memnon. The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut also served as a dedication to the sun God Amon-Ra, and was the first of its kind to depict the heritage of divinity of a female Pharaoh. The Colossi of Memnon are two enormous monuments to the Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
In the evening, return to the Deluxe Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa for an evening at leisure.
Enjoy the morning at leisure.
In the afternoon, transfer to the Valley of the Kings for a private tour of the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and of the Colossi of Memnon. The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut also served as a dedication to the sun God Amon-Ra, and was the first of its kind to depict the heritage of divinity of a female Pharaoh. The Colossi of Memnon are two enormous monuments to the Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
In the evening, return to the Deluxe Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa for an evening at leisure.
Exploring the Temples of Luxor & Karnak
Enjoy the morning at leisure before touring privately the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. These two incredible Temple complexes were established in honor of Ra of Heliopolis, also known as the Sun God Amon-Ra. With his consort Mut and his son Khonsu, he formed the Theban Triad for which the Temples at Karnak and Luxor were built to honor. This evening, return to the Deluxe Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa.
Day 8
Enjoy the morning at leisure before touring privately the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. These two incredible Temple complexes were established in honor of Ra of Heliopolis, also known as the Sun God Amon-Ra. With his consort Mut and his son Khonsu, he formed the Theban Triad for which the Temples at Karnak and Luxor were built to honor. This evening, return to the Deluxe Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa.
Day 8
Hot Balloon Tour of Luxor
Today enjoy a unique tour of Luxor from high above in a hot air balloon. Gently drift over some of the most magnificent examples of architecture from the ancient world. From high above see the Temple complex of Queen Hatshepsut on the West Bank, the River Nile, and the ancient city of Luxor on the East Bank.
Today enjoy a unique tour of Luxor from high above in a hot air balloon. Gently drift over some of the most magnificent examples of architecture from the ancient world. From high above see the Temple complex of Queen Hatshepsut on the West Bank, the River Nile, and the ancient city of Luxor on the East Bank.
Exploring the Nile on the Dahabeya Amirat
This morning, depart to the port in Luxor and board the luxuriously appointed Dahabeya Amirat for a seven-night cruise down the Nile River to Aswan. After lunch aboard the Dahabeya Amirat, enjoy an excursion to the amazing temples at Amon-Ra at Karnak, a complex that is home to the imposing 28th dynasty Luxor Temple. Tonight, rest aboard the Dahabeya Amirat on the Nile Banks of Luxor.
This morning, depart to the port in Luxor and board the luxuriously appointed Dahabeya Amirat for a seven-night cruise down the Nile River to Aswan. After lunch aboard the Dahabeya Amirat, enjoy an excursion to the amazing temples at Amon-Ra at Karnak, a complex that is home to the imposing 28th dynasty Luxor Temple. Tonight, rest aboard the Dahabeya Amirat on the Nile Banks of Luxor.
Exploring the West Bank of the Nile
Today we will visit the West Bank for a tour of the ancient burial sites of Pharaohs from the Valley of the Kings, the location where Howard Carter found the tomb of Tutankhamen in 1922. The Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Medinet Habu and the Colossi of Memnon will all be seen.
This afternoon, continue to sail aboard the Dahabeya Amirat on route to Esna for an overnight nearby.
Day 11
Today we will visit the West Bank for a tour of the ancient burial sites of Pharaohs from the Valley of the Kings, the location where Howard Carter found the tomb of Tutankhamen in 1922. The Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Medinet Habu and the Colossi of Memnon will all be seen.
This afternoon, continue to sail aboard the Dahabeya Amirat on route to Esna for an overnight nearby.
Day 11
Journey down the Nile River
Today is spent at leisure to explore the ship and enjoy the views while floating gently down the Nile River. This evening, commence sailing and overnight moored beside a Nile Island.
Today is spent at leisure to explore the ship and enjoy the views while floating gently down the Nile River. This evening, commence sailing and overnight moored beside a Nile Island.
Touring the Temple of Edfu
This morning, set sail to Edfu and enjoy a tour of the well preserved Temple of Edfu. This magnificent Temple, dedicated to Horus, the God of the Morning Sun, is very large and reflects the relative prosperity from when it was constructed between 237 and 57 BC. Tonight, rest aboard the Dahabeya Amiratt moored alongside a Nile Island.
This morning, set sail to Edfu and enjoy a tour of the well preserved Temple of Edfu. This magnificent Temple, dedicated to Horus, the God of the Morning Sun, is very large and reflects the relative prosperity from when it was constructed between 237 and 57 BC. Tonight, rest aboard the Dahabeya Amiratt moored alongside a Nile Island.
Journey to Kom Ombo
Today is spent sailing to Kom Ombo. En route enjoy the amenities aboard or soak in the Egyptian sun ontop of the spacious sundeck. Tonight, rest aboard the Dahabeya Amiratt moored alongside a Nile Island.
Today is spent sailing to Kom Ombo. En route enjoy the amenities aboard or soak in the Egyptian sun ontop of the spacious sundeck. Tonight, rest aboard the Dahabeya Amiratt moored alongside a Nile Island.
Exploring Kom Ombo
After breakfast, depart the Dahabeya Amirat to visit Kom Ombo and see the Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the crocodile God Sobek, and the falcon-headed Horus, God of the Morning Sun.
After breakfast, depart the Dahabeya Amirat to visit Kom Ombo and see the Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the crocodile God Sobek, and the falcon-headed Horus, God of the Morning Sun.
Visit to the High Dam & Philae Temple
Today visit the Aswan High Dam, completed in 1971, and the Old Dam that was finished in 1902. Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. This structure was rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser during the High Dam’s construction.
Today visit the Aswan High Dam, completed in 1971, and the Old Dam that was finished in 1902. Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. This structure was rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser during the High Dam’s construction.
International flight home
After breakfast this morning, disembark the Dehabeya Amirat and transfer to the hotel in Aswan. This afternoon, transfer privately to the airport for the flight to Cairo and connect with your international flight home.
After breakfast this morning, disembark the Dehabeya Amirat and transfer to the hotel in Aswan. This afternoon, transfer privately to the airport for the flight to Cairo and connect with your international flight home.
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Luxor Governorate, Egypt
Edfu, Adfo, Markaz Edfo, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
Kom Ombo, Markaz Kom Ombo, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt
Places You'll See
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Cairo
The word “Cairo” in Arabic means “the Vanquisher” or “the Conqueror”, understandable when one realizes that it has been a major center of civilization and a cultural crossroads for millennia. One of the largest and most densely populated cities in Africa and the middle east, Cairo is the capital of Egypt. Cairo is most often associated with ancient Egypt due to its close quarters with the ancient ruins of the cities Giza, Memphis, and Fustat. Here is where one can witness the magnificence of the Pyramids of Giza as well as the great Sphynx. Take in the history and local culture with some coffee while enjoying sheesha (flavored tobacco through a water pipe) and appreciating the desert heat.
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Luxor
The once ancient city of Thebes, Luxor is categorized as the world’s largest “open air museum” with many historical locations with a wide range of archeological sites. Learn of the ancient Egyptians while visiting the decaying temple complex, Karnek. Absorb the methods of mummification at the Mummification Museum before visiting the famous tomb of King Tutankhamun.
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Aswan
One of the hottest cities in Egypt, Aswan sits on the southern end of the Nile River. This ancient city has many places of interest for history buffs as well as fun cultural experiences. Visit the unfinished and largest known Obelisk. If finished the massive piece would weigh nearly 1200 tons! Enjoy camel rides and learn about the area’s culture while drinking tea with the locals.
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Hotel Options
3 Star Properties
Cairo : Mercure Cairo Le Sphinx (standard room)
Mercure Cairo Le Sphinx (standard room)
Cairo , EGYPT
Immerse yourself in the past while being pampered by splendid 5-star service at the Mercure Le Sphinx Cairo Hotel. Nestled at the very foot of the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, this magnificent hotel offers its guests a unique opportunity to explore some of the world’s most astounding architectural sites at their leisure. A palm-lined park surrounds this hotel designed for both vacationers, with its many recreational facilities, and business travelers, with its three high-tech meeting rooms.
4 Star Properties
Cairo : Mercure Cairo Le Sphinx (Standard Pyramids View Room)
Mercure Cairo Le Sphinx (Standard Pyramids View Room)
Cairo , EGYPT
Immerse yourself in the past while being pampered by splendid 5-star service at the Mercure Le Sphinx Cairo Hotel. Nestled at the very foot of the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, this magnificent hotel offers its guests a unique opportunity to explore some of the world’s most astounding architectural sites at their leisure. A palm-lined park surrounds this hotel designed for both vacationers, with its many recreational facilities, and business travelers, with its three high-tech meeting rooms.
5 Star Properties
Cairo : Le Meridian Pyramids (Classic Room)
Le Meridian Pyramids (Classic Room)
Cairo , EGYPT
Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel & Spa is beautifully set in its own landscaped gardens with an unrivaled and time-honored location, less than 1 km from the Sphinx and the Giza Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and only twenty minutes from Cairo’s city centre. Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel & Spa features 641 rooms and suites. With optimum taste and comfort in mind, the state-of-the-art rooms & suites are generously sized, offering the latest in-room facilities and services. Non-smoking rooms and rooms modified for disabled guests are also available & most enjoy a breathtaking view of the great pyramids
Luxury Properties
Cairo : Le Meridian Pyramids (Deluxe Renovated Pyramids View)
Le Meridian Pyramids (Deluxe Renovated Pyramids View)
Cairo , EGYPT
Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel & Spa is beautifully set in its own landscaped gardens with an unrivaled and time-honored location, less than 1 km from the Sphinx and the Giza Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and only twenty minutes from Cairo’s city center. Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel & Spa features 641 rooms and suites. With optimum taste and comfort in mind, the state-of-the-art rooms & suites are generously sized, offering the latest in-room facilities and services. Non-smoking rooms and rooms modified for disabled guests are also available & most enjoy a breathtaking view of the great pyramids
