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Egypt - The River Nile
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Today, it’s time to embark on your Egypt holiday, so head to the airport to catch your five-hour flight to Cairo. Upon landing, you’ll be whisked through customs and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a delicious dinner before hitting the hay – Cairo’s countless gems are waiting to be explored tomorrow morning.
Rise early this morning to make the most of your time in the capital. Whether wandering bazaars, touring historic sites or learning about the ancient world, there’s so much to see and do in captivating Cairo. Delve into the country’s fascinating history – and see Tutankhamun’s golden mask – at the Egyptian Museum and get lost in the sights, sounds and smells of the Kham el-Khalili Bazaar.
After a hearty lunch, it’s time to leave Cairo behind and catch an hour-long domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel, where you can freshen up and enjoy dinner before getting some rest before more adventures tomorrow.
Set off bright and early today to visit the temples of Karnak with an expert local guide. This vast site, spread across 250 acres, is home to some of the grandest buildings from antiquity. From here, cross over to the west bank of the Nile and spend the rest of the morning exploring the Valley of the Kings, home to magnificently decorated tombs that tell the story of their journey through the afterlife. A highlight of your private tour is the 380-ft-long tomb of Ramses VI, which is filled with spectacular hieroglyphs and paintings.
Esna is your next stop, where you'll board the Flaneuse du Nil – your elegant floating home for the remainder of your trip.
Enjoy your first leisurely lunch on board before setting sail along the Nile, arriving in El Hegz at the end of the day.
After breakfast onboard, set off to visit the ancient archaeological site of El Kab, accompanied by your knowledgeable guide.
Located on the east bank of the Nile, this is one of the oldest settlements of Upper Egypt, home to ruins of ancient temples, tombs and cemeteries, as well as a sacred lake contained within thick mudbrick walls.
Return to the boat for lunch, then find a shady spot on the deck and watch life on the Nile unfold as you cruise this afternoon. Along the way, stop at Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus, one of the biggest and best-preserved monuments in Egypt. Accompanied by your guide, pass through the enormous gateway, which is guarded by two huge granite statues of Horus as a falcon, and discover impressive columns, temples and hieroglyphs galore.
After your tour, return to the boat and finish up the day by sailing to the island of El Ramady, where you’ll stop for the night.
Start today with a visit to an Egyptian village on the island of El Ramady – the perfect spot to observe the local way of life on the banks of the Nile. If you have time, you might enjoy a short walk around the island, known for its tranquil atmosphere, picturesque views and abundant wildlife.
Returning to the boat, it’s time to sail towards Gebel Silsila, a monument located in the southern Nile Valley, on a narrow section of the river flanked by steep sandstone cliffs.
Disembark from the boat and take some time to explore the site, which was once a sandstone quarry used to source materials for temples across Egypt. On the west bank, you’ll find the most eye-catching monuments, including shrines, chapels and rocks carved with inscriptions.
Finished exploring? Hop back aboard the boat and continue your voyage along the Nile towards Kom Ombo.
Another day, another temple. Today, you’ll visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, a fascinating site dedicated to two gods – the falcon-headed god, Horus, and Sobek, the local crocodile god.
As you walk around the temple, your guide will point out its perfect symmetry and twin entrances which were designed to celebrate both gods equally.
Once you’ve had your fill of Ancient Egypt, return to the boat for lunch onboard. In the afternoon, the cruise continues to Herdiab.
This morning, cruise to Aswan, where the Flaneuse will dock on the west bank shortly after crossing beneath the Aswan bridge.
You will then take a motor boat ride around some of Aswan's most interesting and best known islands, including Elephantine Island and the botanical gardens of Kitchener's Island. After lunch on board, set off to visit the Temple of Philae, three miles south of Aswan on Agilkia Island.
The Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis (the universal mother and wife of Osiris), is home to spectacular bas-reliefs and frescoes and is widely considered one of the most beautiful sanctuaries in Egypt.
This evening, toast to your final night aboard the Flaneuse with a delicious last dinner.
Savour one last breakfast aboard the boat this morning before it’s time to disembark and catch a private transfer to your hotel in Aswan.
The rest of the day is yours to enjoy. After a busy week of sightseeing, you might fancy unwinding at the hotel pool. But if you haven’t had your fill of history, there’s plenty more to explore in Aswan. We can arrange a visit to Elephantine Island, home to archeological sites like the Temple of Khnum, as well as traditional Nubian villages, or organise a tour of the fascinating Nubian Museum.
Sadly, it’s time to say a fond farewell to Egypt. Your private transfer will make sure you arrive at the domestic airport in good time to catch your flight to Cairo (a journey of around one hour and 20 minutes). From here, hop on your five-hour flight back to the UK full of tales from your trip.
Each of our trips is entirely tailor-made with originality, quality and cultural immersion in mind. Our team of destination specialists will craft itineraries based on your tastes, using their first-hand knowledge and the help of our in-country team of Concierges and guides. All trips are accompanied by a wide range of additional services, including a 24-hour helpline, the Original Travel app, fast-track airport services and much more.
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