11 Days Private Guided Tour of Egypt​ with Dahabiya

Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, a professional representative from Egypt Top Tours will warmly welcome you and assist with all arrival procedures. You’ll then be transferred in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo. Take the rest of the day to unwind, settle in, and prepare for the incredible journey ahead.

After breakfast at the hotel, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your tour at The Great Pyramids of Giza. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Cheops, as well as the pyramids of Chephren and Mykerinos. Admire the iconic Great Sphinx and visit The Valley Temple, where mummification rituals once took place.

Next, head to The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square to discover one of the most important collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts. A delicious lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant is included before returning to your hotel.

Enjoy breakfast, then check out and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, your private guide will escort you to visit Luxor’s East Bank. Begin at the Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built, famous for its Hypostyle Hall with towering columns. Then continue to Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. After your tour, transfer to your hotel for check-in and some rest.

This morning, travel to the West Bank of Luxor, home to royal tombs and impressive temples. Explore The Valley of the Kings, where ancient pharaohs like Ramses II and Tutankhamun were laid to rest. Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, carved into the cliffs at Deir El Bahari, and stop to admire the massive Colossi of Memnon statues. Return to your hotel for a relaxed evening.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Esna (about 1 hour), where your elegant Akhnaton Dahabiya awaits. Upon arrival, visit the Temple of Esna, then stroll through the charming local market. The boat sets sail to El Kab, an ancient city known for its rock-cut tombs and temple ruins. Enjoy your first dinner onboard or by the riverbank as you settle into this serene sailing journey.

Today, the Dahabiya sails toward Edfu. After breakfast, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. After exploring its towering pylons and detailed carvings, return to the boat for lunch. Later, enjoy a guided walk in Wadi El Shat, a peaceful area with small villages and desert paths.

Relax onboard as the Dahabiya sails to Gebel El Silsila, where you’ll explore rock-cut chapels and the ancient quarries once used for temple construction. After lunch, continue sailing to Kom Ombo Temple, home to a rare twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Dinner is served under the stars near Maniha.

This morning, sail to Daraw, once the final stop on a trans-Saharan camel trade route. Visit the local camel market and explore village life. Then cruise to Koubania, a picturesque Nubian village surrounded by mango and citrus groves. Enjoy your final evening on the cruise in this tranquil riverside setting.

After breakfast, disembark the Dahabiya in Aswan. Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, a representative will escort you to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in the capital.

Start the day with a visit to The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)—a world-class cultural center and the most modern museum in Egypt. Explore impressive galleries filled with ancient treasures and modern exhibition designs.

Next, head to Salah El Din Citadel, home to the elegant The Alabaster Mosque of Cairo, where you can enjoy panoramic views over Cairo. This final full day blends modern achievements with medieval grandeur. Return to your hotel for your last evening.

After breakfast, check out of your hotel. A representative from Egypt Top Tours will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your final departure. Your private guided tour of Egypt comes to an end—with unforgettable memories of history, culture, and luxury along the Nile.