Witness some of the world's best ancient architecture in Egypt with a detailed kimkim itinerary. Explore the jewels of the Nile along a cruise with stops in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, with highlights such as witnessing the Pyramids of Giza and seeing artifacts at the Egyptian Museum and Karnak Temple in Luxor. Or you can spot some of Egypt's most iconic attractions, such as Cairo, the Great Pyramids, Aswan Luxor, and the Red Sea, enjoying local cuisine and soaking up the sun on sunny beaches like Hurghada. If you want a culture and beach getaway, opt for this Cairo and Sharm el-Sheikh excursion, where you can experience the busy streets of Cairo, see the ancient wonders of Giza and Memphis, tour the medieval Salah El-din Citadel, and stroll through the colorful Khan El Khalili Bazaar before enjoying the coastal charm of Sharm el-Sheikh.
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Explore Egypt on a luxurious Nile River cruise as you visit Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Highlights will include visiting the Pyramids of Giza, seeing art and artifacts at the Egyptian Museum, and Karnak Temple in Luxor. As you cruise down The Nile, you will also have time to relax and take in the scenery.
This whirlwind eight-day itinerary checks off some of Egypt's most iconic cultural highlights and then heads to the beach for some well-earned relaxation. Take a food tour of Cairo, stand in the shadow of the Great Pyramids, and see Aswan's sights from a traditional felucca sailboat. After touring the magnificent temples and complexes of Luxor, transfer to the Red Sea to soak up some sun on the white sand beaches of Hurghada.
Equal parts cultural tour and beach getaway, this eight-day Egyptian escape takes you from the bustling streets of Cairo to the shores of the Sinai Peninsula. Get to know the capital by visiting the ancient wonders of Giza and Memphis, joining a tour of the medieval Salah El-din Citadel, and taking a stroll through the colorful Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. After a quick flight to the coastal resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, the rest of your trip is free to savor the sun-soaked beaches and clear waters of the Red Sea at your own pace.
On this eight-day cruise, you'll have time to marvel at the wonders of Egypt and relax while traveling on one of the largest artificial lakes in the world — Lake Nasser. You'll see major sights like the Great Pyramids of Giza, the ancient structures of Aswan, and the monumental temples at Abu Simbel.
From the Valley of the Kings to the lost city of Petra, the ancient wonders of Egypt and Jordan beckon on this eight-day itinerary. Start in Cairo to stand in the shadow of the Sphinx and discover the dazzling antiquities of the Egyptian Museum. After a day trip through the temples and tombs of Luxor, you'll delve deeper into the history of Old Cairo with visits to the Salah El-din Citadel and Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Then, it's on to Jordan to discover the Roman ruins of Amman, the red canyons of Petra, and the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum.
Follow the ancient Nile down through Egypt to sail to some of the ancient world's most dramatic structures. Spots such as Karnak, Luxor, and Abu Simbel evoke the complex structures of ancient Egyptian life and architecture, while a city tour of Cairo and a trip to the Aswan Dam will help bring you into Egypt's present.
Spend eight days exploring the ancient wonders of ancient Egypt, beginning in the capital, Cairo. Tour the Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo's historic sites, and the iconic Giza pyramids, then fly to Luxor for a four-day cruise down the Nile. Stop at ancient treasures, like the Temple of Kom Ombo and Karnak, on your way to Aswan, and then trade the water for a late Abu Simbelnd transfer to visit the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples.
Set off on a quick, eight-day journey through Egypt and Jordan to see the highlights of both countries. You'll start with a guided tour of Old Cairo and a day trip to the pyramids in Giza, then fly to Aswan for a three-day cruise up the Nile River. Stop at landmarks like Abu Simbel and the Temple of Khnum until you disembark and trade Luxor for Amman, Jordan's capital. End your trip by exploring Petra at your own pace and seeing the sights of Wadi Rum via Jeep.
Combine Cairo, the Nile River, and the Red Sea on this whirlwind eight-day tour that ticks off some of Egypt's greatest wonders. Wander the streets of the capital on a food tour, then learn the secrets of the pharaohs from an Egyptologist at the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum. Take a three-night cruise up the Nile, visiting riverside temples and tombs, then transfer to the beach town of Hurghada for a desert safari through the Sahara and snorkeling in the colorful coral reefs of the Red Sea.
Experience Egypt in adventurous fashion with this active eight-day itinerary. It kicks off in Sharm el-Sheikh, where you'll snorkel the Red Sea's reefs, make an epic overnight trek up Mount Sinai, and spend the day with local Bedouins. Hop over to Cairo for a quick spin around the Great Pyramids by camel, and then it's off to the lunar landscapes of the White Desert to camp under the stars. The fun winds down back in Sharm el-Sheikh with a bit more beach time before departure.
Explore Cairo's ancient core and concentrated culture before you head to the palm-fringed oasis of Siwa on this eight-day journey through Egypt's north. Guided tours of the capital will uncover fascinating history, from pharaohs to the birth of Christianity, before you strike out into the desert to roam the ancient mud-brick fortress of Shali, dip in saltwater pools, and dine at a Bedouin camp. End it all back in Cairo for a final food frenzy before waving goodbye to the "Land of Ra."
