Your Travel Experience with Finest Journeys
Day 1
Arrival in Cairo - Transfer to Giza
You will be met in the Arrivals Hall at Cairo Intl Airport by our local representative and assisted through the airport to your waiting private car . Your driver will then transfer you to your hotel in Giza. You will have the rest of the day to relax and refresh.
Hotel in Giza
Overnight in Giza hotel.
Day 2
Saqqara Pyramids & Camel Ride
Start your day with breakfast before meeting your guide at 7:30am Together, you'll head to Saqqara, a vast ancient cemetery where pharaohs and nobles were buried. See the Step Pyramid, the world's oldest monumental stone structure, and visit the nearby Titi Pyramid and Nobles' tombs. Next, travel onward to Dahshur to view the Bent Pyramid, a unique architectural experiment, and the Red Pyramid, named for its reddish limestone exterior. Enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant in Saqqara, sampling traditional dishes like mixed grill and kofta. In the afternoon, head to Giza, home to the iconic Great Pyramid. Stand in awe before this ancient wonder and explore the nearby Sphinx, Khara Pyramid, and Menkawra Pyramid. For a truly unforgettable experience, take a camel ride across the Giza plateau, offering stunning views of the pyramids. Conclude your day with a relaxing stay at your Giza hotel.
Hotel in Giza
Overnight in Giza hotel
Day 3
Luxor: Valley of the Kings
The day begins with an early morning transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. After a short one-hour flight, you'll be met at Luxor Airport and begin your tour of this ancient city. Visit the Valley of the Kings, a vast burial ground where many pharaohs and nobles were laid to rest. See the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III, and explore the impressive Hatshepsut Temple. This tour will last approximately 5-6 hours. After lunch and checking into your hotel, you'll continue your tour with a visit to the Habu Temple, a well-preserved New Kingdom temple complex. For a unique experience, join a local farmer family in Luxor for dinner in their home, offering a glimpse into everyday life in this ancient land. This evening tour will take 3-4 hours. Enjoy a relaxing night's stay in Luxor, filled with the wonders of ancient Egypt.
Luxor Hotel
Overnight in hotel in Luxor
Day 4
Karnak & Luxor to Esna
Your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel at 8:00 am for a morning tour of Karnak and Luxor temples. After exploring these ancient wonders, you will continue your journey to Esna, where you will board your Dahabiya (traditional 2 masted sailing boat, with modern luxuries. Enjoy lunch on the boat, followed by a tour of Esna to see the Temple of Esna, the market and the restored caravanserai, a roadside inn that was historically used to provide shelter and other services for caravans of travelers, merchants, and pilgrims. It was a common feature along trade routes in the Middle East and Asia, particularly the Silk Road. Once back aboard the boat, we will sail to El Hegz, a special village that offers a glimpse into traditional Egyptian life. It's known for its authentic Nubian culture, which is distinct from other regions of Egypt. Some of the special features of El Hegz include traditional Nubian architecture, local crafts, cultural experiences, and a peaceful atmosphere. Visiting El Hegz provides a chance to experience a truly authentic and unforgettable aspect of Egyptian culture. Dinner will be served on board the Dahabiya.