Classical Egypt
Steeped in a history that stretches back across countless millennia, Egypt is home to some of the world’s
most iconic monuments. This classic overland journey takes you along the fertile ribbon of the Nile Valley and
into the very heart of ancient Egypt.
The journey begins in Cairo, home to the great Pyramids of Giza, the last of the great wonders of antiquity.
You’ll have an opportunity to visit the famous pyramids at both Giza and Saqqara, as well as the treasures of
the city’s Museum, which include the remarkable horde of artefacts taken from the tomb of Tutankhamun in
1922.
Travelling by train, you then head along the timeless landscapes of the Nile Valley to Aswan, where you can
visit the beautiful temple of Isis on the island of Philae and take to the Nile in a traditional felucca sailboat
before driving to Luxor, site of the ancient capital of Thebes. Here you will have a chance to explore the
spectacular remains of Karnak and Luxor Temples and the vast mortuary temples of the Valley of the Kings,
some of the greatest creations of the Pharaohs of the Eighteenth Dynasty.
Highlights
The immense ancient pyramids of Giza and Saqqara
Explore the Nile by traditional boat in Aswan
Explore the west bank of Luxor’s temples and tombs
Learn of the ancient kings in Karnak
See the ancient treasures of Tutankhamun
Tour Includes:
7 nights four star hotel accommodation
1 night sleeper train in two berth first class compartment
7 breakfasts and 1 dinner
Private guided sightseeing
Private driver and vehicle
Entrance fees included as per itinerary
Private guided transfers to and from all airports and railway stations
Please note the prices shown are per person and based on two persons sharing a twin or double room
Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo
Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Cairo
Today visit the Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx, followed by a tour of the Egyptian Museum - home
to an incredible collection including the treasures of Tutankhamun. Finish your tour with a visit to the colourful
and bustling Khan-el-Khalili bazaar. (B)
Day 3: Cairo - Aswan
Today you may like to head out of Cairo to Saqqara where you will find
pyramids older than those at Giza, you could alternatively visit central
Cairo with its citadel and Coptic Churches. In the evening transfer to the
station for your overnight train to Aswan in a private compartment. (B,D)
Day 4: Aswan
On arrival in to Aswan head to your hotel for breakfast. After, visit the High Dam and the beautiful Philae
Temple, located on an island. On the way back stop off at the extraordinary 200 tonne 'Unfinished Obelisk'.
The afternoon is free for you to relax or explore the town.
Day 5: Aswan
Spend time exploring the cataracts; take a trip in a felucca sailboat, perhaps stopping off at the Botanical
Gardens or Elephantine Island. You may also like to take a short flight to Abu Simbel to visit the great rock cut
temples of Ramses II (optional tour). (B)
Day 6: Aswan - Luxor
Drive north to Luxor making stops at the temples of Kom Ombo, an
interesting temple dedicated on one side to Sobek the crocodile god and
the other to Haroeris, an older Horus and further north Edfu, the Temple
of Horus, second in size only to Karnak and the best preserved in the
country. (B)
Day 7: Luxor
An early start and over to the West Bank Necropolis. Located here are the unrivalled Valley of the Kings,
Valley of the Queens, Queen Hapshetsut's Temple and many other sites. Spend the whole day here or return
to the town and wander the bazaar or visit Luxor Museum. (B)
Day 8: Luxor
This morning you will visit the magnificent Temple of Amun at Karnak. Dedicated to the Sun God Amun-Ra, it
is the largest temple complex in Luxor and has an incredible Hall of Columns. Today you also visit Luxor
Temple. (B)
Day 9: Luxor
Transfer to the airport for your return flight. (B)
Accommodation
Luxor
Pavillon Winter Hotel
Aswan
Movenpick Elephantine Island
Resort
Cairo
Movenpick Pyramids