Timeless treasures of Egypt trip

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where your private driver will be waiting to escort you to your hotel. Enjoy a personalized welcome, priority assistance, and a seamless check-in experience tailored to your schedule. This thoughtful start sets the tone for refined Egypt travel.

Spend the afternoon at leisure, with the option of a guided orientation, a gentle city stroll, or curated recommendations for local dining.

Meet your Sun Pyramids Tours representative at the hotel and depart for a guided visit to the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Continue to the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple, with optional experiences including inside pyramid visits, a camel ride, or enhanced private guide commentary.

In the afternoon, explore the Egyptian Museum with its vast collection of ancient artifacts, followed by a walk through Old Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga.

Later, transfer privately to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan, with personalized assistance and careful luggage handling. Upon arrival, you are escorted to your Nile Cruise, where you can settle into your cabin, enjoy a welcome drink, and begin your journey along the Nile.

Explore Aswan with a guided visit to the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient stone quarries, and the island-based Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis and Hathor. With expert insights and close-up access, these landmarks reveal why Aswan ranks among the best places to visit in Egypt.

Return to the cruise for lunch, then enjoy a relaxed afternoon on board, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in Aswan.

Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to Sobek and Haeroris, where crocodile reliefs offer insight into the sacred life of the Nile. Continue sailing to Edfu, enjoying lunch on board before exploring the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, renowned for its myth-rich reliefs and monumental design. The afternoon unfolds with a gentle sail toward Esna, accompanied by tea on deck as the light softens the riverbanks.

Continue north aboard your intimate Nile cruise, passing riverside villages, feluccas, and ever-changing scenery en route to Luxor. Guided talks on temple architecture and planned photo stops enhance the journey.

Upon arrival, choose between curated visits to Karnak and the East Bank temples or a relaxed afternoon exploring Luxor’s markets.

Begin your day on Luxor’s West Bank with a private guided visit to the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of pharaohs including Tutankhamun. Continue to the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari and the imposing Colossi of Memnon. This carefully paced morning forms a highlight of your Egypt itinerary.

Return to your Nile cruise for a relaxed lunch, followed by an afternoon at leisure, enjoying onboard amenities, scenic views, and time to unwind.

Enjoy breakfast on board your Nile cruise before meeting your private guide for a personalized visit to Karnak and Luxor temples on the East Bank. Walk among soaring pylons, sacred avenues, and secluded sanctuaries that reveal the depth and grandeur of ancient Egypt.

Following the morning exploration, transfer to Luxor train station to board the sleeper train to Cairo. Settle into your cabin and enjoy a comfortable overnight journey that offers a relaxed and authentic travel experience.

Return to Cairo and check in at the Royal Great Pyramid Inn. You may choose an optional guided visit to Sakkara and the ancient city of Memphis, where stepped pyramids and historic necropolises trace the origins of ancient Egypt.

Alternatively, enjoy a relaxed day in Cairo, spending time at street-side cafés, along the Nile, or browsing boutique shops with private recommendations from your guide.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your Cairo hotel, followed by a final morning at your own pace. Take last photographs, browse Khan el Khalili for authentic souvenirs, or relax in a local café with recommendations from your travel concierge.

At the scheduled time, check out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure, bringing your trip to Egypt to a close.