Group trip Nile Cruise and Magic of Cairo

Breakfast on board the motorboat and departure for the excursion to the West Bank of Luxor, the area of ​​the royal necropolises of ancient Thebes. The visit begins with the famous one Valley of the Kings, where the monumental tombs of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom are kept, richly decorated with paintings and hieroglyphics that tell the story of the journey into the afterlife.

We continue with the evocative funerary Temple of Hatshepsut, an extraordinary scenic complex built into the rock and dedicated to the powerful queen-pharaoh, one of the most elegant monuments of Egyptian architecture. Photo stop in front of the majestic Colossi of Memnon, gigantic statues that guarded the entrance to the funerary temple of Amenhotep III.

Return to the motorboat for lunch on board. In the afternoon start of navigation on the Need in the direction of Edfu, crossing the Esna lock and enjoying the views of life along the river, among villages, palm groves and crops.

Dinner and overnight stay on board the motor ship, lulled by the peaceful navigation on the Nile.

Breakfast on board the motorboat and departure to visit the magnificent Edfu Temple, one of the best preserved temples in theancient Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. The complex, from the Ptolemaic era, is striking for its imposing dimensions, the monumental pylons and the refined reliefs that tell the myths and rituals of the Egyptian tradition.

Return to the motorboat and lunch on board while navigation continues along the Nile in the direction of Come Ombo. Upon arrival, visit the scenic Temple of Kom Ombo, a singular symmetrical sanctuary dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god linked to water and fertility, and Haroeris, manifestation of Horus. The position of the temple, directly overlooking the river, gives a particularly evocative atmosphere especially at sunset.

After the visit, return on board and continue sailing towards Aswan, among landscapes of palm groves, Nubian villages and feluccas gliding on the water.

Dinner and overnight stay on board the motorboat.

Breakfast on board and free morning in Aswan for individual activities, relaxation on the motorboat or personal excursions.

Possibility to participate in the optional excursion to the famous templi in Abu Simbel, among the most spectacular monuments of ancient Egypt, built by Pharaoh Ramses II and today a UNESCO world heritage site. The temples, carved directly into the rock and saved from the waters of Lake Nasser thanks to an impressive international intervention, impress with their colossal statues and extraordinary architectural harmony. Packed breakfast during the trip. Return to the motorboat for lunch.

Time available to relax on board. In the afternoon departure to visit the suggestive Temple of Philae, magnificently located on an island and dedicated to the goddess Isis, one of the most fascinating and scenic sanctuaries in Egypt. During the excursion, a panoramic stop at the Aswan High Dam, a grandiose modern engineering work that transformed the course of the Nile.

Return to the motorboat, dinner and overnight stay on board, enjoying the magical atmosphere of the Nile at sunset.

Breakfast on board the motorboat and disembarkation in Aswan. Transfer to the airport accompanied by the Tour Leader and departure with domestic flight to Cairo.

Upon arrival in the capital, meeting with local assistance and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation in reserved rooms and time available for a first contact with the lively atmosphere of the city, between modernity and thousand-year-old history.

Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.

Planned structure or similar: The boutique hotel

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a day entirely dedicated to discovering the plain of Giza, where the iconic Pyramids of Giza stand: the Cheops pyramid, the only one among the Seven Wonders of the ancient world that still exists, together with the pyramids of Chefren and Menkaure. The visit also includes the suggestive Valley Temple and the famous Great Sphinx of Giza, immortal symbol of ancient Egypt.

Lunch in a local restaurant during the excursion.

In the afternoon visit the modern Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilisation, which houses an extraordinary collection of finds from ancient Egypt, including monumental statues, sarcophagi, royal treasures and precious artefacts from the main necropolises of the country.

Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a day dedicated to discovering the historical and cultural face of Cairo.

The morning begins with a visit to the suggestive Citadel of Cairo, an imposing fortified complex built by Saladin in the 12th century. Inside you can admire the splendid Muhammad Ali Mosque, known as the Alabaster Mosque, famous for its large domes, refined interiors and panoramic terrace which offers a magnificent view of the city.

Lunch in a local restaurant.

In the afternoon visit the modern National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, which tells the history of Egypt from its origins to the contemporary era through a rich collection of finds, including the famous royal mummies.

The day ends with a walk in the lively Khan el-Khalili, the city's historic market, a labyrinth of alleys, artisan shops, spices and perfumes where you can breathe in the most authentic atmosphere of Cairo.

Return to hotel and overnight stay.

Breakfast at the hotel and free time until the scheduled transfer to Cairo airport.

Transfer to the airport with assistance from local staff and support during the check-in and boarding procedures for the return international flight.

We will carry the memories of this with us trip to Egypt, made up of extraordinary places, authentic encounters and shared moments.

In our group trips we do not indicate a minimum or maximum age of the participants. Traveling together with many different people we understood that it's not the age difference that counts, but the spirit!

No, there is no common fund on our trips! Everyone can pay independently for meals not included and optional activities.

Maximum 12/14 travellers. Our groups are made up of a few people in order to follow everyone as best as possible.

To those who have a spirit of adaptation, a desire for adventure and to those who have no walking or health problems.
Our travelers are those who want to know and experience places while accepting diversity without prejudice.
Our itineraries include, in addition to the most well-known places, authentic destinations away from mass tourism. We always use local guides, because who better than them can tell the history of the culture and the place?
We use typical and characteristic structures and try to introduce you to the world in the most responsible and authentic way possible!

Our travelers are curious, they want to share experiences and make friends with the other participants in the group. They avoid unnecessary controversies, enjoy the best of the trip and the wonder of the places we are going to visit!