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11-Day Egypt Cultural Journey: Luxor Temples, Nile Cruise & Valley of the Kings 2025/2026

    • Embark on an 11-day luxury Egypt cultural journey designed for discerning travelers seeking UNESCO-listed wonders, exclusive Nile River cruises, and private guided tours of ancient marvels.
     
    This all-inclusive expedition unveils the Pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings, and Karnak Temple with skip-the-line access and insights from expert Egyptologists.
     
    Glide along the Nile aboard a 5-star cruise, savoring gourmet dining and sunset views, while immersive experiences like Nubian village dinners and Pharaohs’ mythology workshops deepen your connection to Egypt’s timeless legacy.
     
    Designed for culturally curious adventurers, the tour blends luxury accommodations, private transfers, and ethical travel practices, ensuring seamless access to iconic sites and hidden gems alike.
     
    Perfect for those craving bucket-list adventures without the crowds, this journey offers once-in-a-lifetime moments, from decoding hieroglyphics in sacred temples to stargazing over the Sahara.
     

    Your Itinerary at a Glance

    Days 1–4: Cairo & Giza

    Pyramids of Giza: Private tour with camel rides and Sphinx photo ops.

    Egyptian Museum: Tutankhamun’s treasures and mummy exhibits.

    Days 5–8: Nile River Cruise

    Luxor: Explore Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings with Egyptologists.

    Aswan: Sail on a felucca to Philae Temple and enjoy a Nubian cultural evening.

    Days 9–11: Hidden Gems & Farewell

    Abydos & Dendera Temples: Off-the-beaten-path sites with intricate carvings.

    Finale: Farewell dinner at a Cairo rooftop overlooking the pyramids.

    Day 1:

    Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be met by our representative in Egypt and transferred to your hotel for an overnight.
    | Overnight in Cairo.

    Day 2:

    After breakfast, your private Egyptologist tour guide and driver will pick you up and start your tour.
     
    After breakfast, your private Egyptologist tour guide and driver will pick you up and start your tour. Drive to Giza and visit the Pyramids. See the Great Pyramid, a royal burial chamber, and the Sphinx.
     
    Continue to Memphis, capital of the pharaohs during the Old Kingdom. Visit the recumbent statue of Ramses II and the 80-ton alabaster sphinx.
     
    And then a Camel ride around the Pyramids. Lunch en route; Continue to Sakkara to see the prototype of the Pyramids, the Step Pyramid, built for the 3rd Dynasty Pharaoh Djoser by the exalted architect Imhotep.
     
    Visit a Papyrus and Carpets Institute on your way back to the hotel.
     
    | Overnight in Cairo
    | Breakfast, Lunch.

    Day 3:

    After breakfast, transfer to Alexandria, start your tour to Alexandria with a visit to El Montazah gardens, where you will have the opportunity to see, from outside only, The Montazah palace; originally built in 1892, the palace dates from 1926 and was the summer home of the Egyptian Royal family.
     
    Then continue to the Catacomb (Kom El Shuqqafa), a remarkable example of the Alexandrian blend of Greco-Roman and Egyptian styles carved into 100ft of solid rock.
     
    Then visit the Fort and Citadel of Qait Bey. Built in the 15th century by Sultan Ashraf Qait Bey, legend tells that the fort was built with stones from the Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
     
    Next stop will be the newly opened Library of Alexandria. Apart from the main library, the complex will include a library for the blind, a young people’s library, the Alexandria Conference Center, a science museum, a planetarium, a Restoration and Conservation Laboratory, and the Hall of Fame.
     
    Lunch at a local restaurant, then transfer to your hotel for the night.
     
    | Overnight in Alexandria
    | Breakfast.

    Day 4:

    Breakfast at the hotel. Visit El Alamein Museum & Commonwealth tombs (90 minutes driving from Alexandria).
     
    Lunch en route. Afterward, return to your hotel.
     
    | Overnight in Cairo
    | Breakfast, Lunch.

    Day 5:

    In the morning, depart Cairo by air to Luxor for embarkation on the Nile Cruise.
     
    In the afternoon, you will visit the great Luxor Temple and the magnificent Karnak Temple of Amun with its famous Hypostyle Hall and the 134 huge columns, the Statue of Ramses II, the Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Sacred Lake. Enjoy dinner on board.
     
    | Overnight on board
    | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

    Day 6:

    In the morning, your sightseeing in Luxor includes the West Bank (Thebes) where some of the richest treasures in the world exist, including the Tomb of Tut Ankh Amun (optional) and other royal tombs, including Ramses VI in the Valley of the Kings.
     
    Visit Hatshepsut Funerary Temple at Deir El Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon.
     
    Visit the Gold Institute on your way back to the cruise for lunch. In the afternoon, you will sail through the locks of Esna to Edfu and enjoy dinner on board.
     
    | Overnight on-board
    | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 7:

    In the morning, visit the Horus Temple of Edfu, one of the three beautiful temples of the Ptolemaic Period. Sail to Kom Ombo, where you will visit the Sobek Temple, dedicated to the two gods, which offers beautiful murals and reliefs.
     
    Sail to Aswan
     
    | Overnight on board
    | Breakfast, Dinner.

    Day 8:

    Breakfast, free day at leisure. In the afternoon, you will sail on an Egyptian felucca around Elephantine Island and the Botanical Gardens on Kitchener Island and the Agha Khan Mausoleum.
     
    You will visit the Nubian village.
     
    | Overnight on board
    | Breakfast, Dinner.

    Day 9:

    Begin your morning with breakfast. Disembark the ship to visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the Philae Temple.
     
    You will be transferred to Aswan airport for your flight to Cairo (flight is not included, to be booked by the agent).
     
    Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
     
    | Overnight in Cairo
    | Breakfast.

    Day 10:

    After breakfast, visit the Egyptian Museum, which houses a magnificent collection of Pharaonic antiquities, especially the golden treasures of Tut Ankh Amun. Continue to visit the citadel of Salah El Din, and the Mohammed Ali Mosque situated high above the city, lunch en route.
     
    Continue to visit the Church of Abu Serga, the Moallaqa Church (Hanging Church,) and Ben Ezra Synagogue, the oldest Jewish synagogue in Egypt.
     
    Lunch en route. Visit a Perfume Institute on your way back to the hotel.
     
    | Overnight in Cairo
    | Breakfast, Lunch

    Day 11:

    Breakfast, transfer to Cairo airport for finale departure.
    | Breakfast.

    Service Includes:

    - Meet and assist at the airport
    - 5 nights in Cairo at Cairo Pyramids or similar
    - 4 nights on Nile Cruise at M/S Princess Sarah or similar
    - 1 night in Alexandria at Steigenberger Cecil Hotel or similar
    - 22 meals: 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 4 dinners
    - 2 days touring in Cairo
    - 1 full day in Alexandria
    - Visit El Alamein
    - All sightseeing on board the cruise
    - All transfers in a private Deluxe A/C Bus
    - Baggage handling and portage
    - Sightseeing with entry fees as mentioned
    - Private English Guide/Egyptologist
    - Service and local taxes

    Services Excludes:

    - Domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor
    - Domestic flight from Aswan to Cairo
    - Entry Visa
    - All drinks
    - Tips (Driver, Representative & Guide).

    Hotels:

    - Pyramids Hotel
    - M/S Premium Nile Cruise
    - Steigenberger Cecil Hotel
     
    WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU TRAVEL
    Your travel Manager usually handles most of your planning and preparation bit, but apparently, you are personally advised to know that there are a few peculiar things you must address to ensure your comfort, safety, and peace of mind. Please read through to identify the completeness of your checklist to avoid hiccups in your trip.
    VISA & PASSPORT
    Find out the countries you are traveling to if they require a Visa; if so, do you have it ready? Also, make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates. 
     
    Please click here for assistance in applying for a U.S. Passport and relevant processing services.
    CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ABOUT PASSPORT AND VISA REQUIREMENTS.
    Visa:
    Most visas are best obtained before traveling to your destination. Therefore, you should make prior arrangements with the appropriate foreign consular representative to allow enough time between processing and the travel date.
    Entry Requirements for U.S. Passport Holders.
    For details on various countries based on the U.S. State Department information, please check with the consular office of the countries you plan to visit and/or click here.
    Double Entry and Multiple Entry Visas.
    Some itineraries might involve entering a country, leaving, and then later re-entering the same country. In such a case, you will require a double-entry or multiple-entry visa.
    When contacting a foreign consular representative, make sure to describe your itinerary clearly.
    Types of Visa
    There are two types of visas, single entry, and East Africa Tourist Visa. Please find your tour below to ensure you purchase the correct one.
    Single Entry eVisa:
    The eVisa costs $51 and must be obtained in advance. You will await approval via email (approx. 2 days), then download and print the eVisa to be presented upon entry to Kenya. The eVisa is valid for 3 months before travel.
    East Africa Tourist Visa:
    The East Africa Tourist Visa costs $101 and must be obtained in advance. This will allow travelers to enter Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda multiple times.
    You will await approval via email (approx. 2 days), then download and print the eVisa to be presented upon entry to Kenya. The eVisa is valid for 3 months before travel.
     
    Please note:  The East Africa Tourist Visa can be used as a multi-entry visa for Kenya.
    FLIGHT BOOKING
    Flight Preparation to Kenya from the USA.
    Flights from New York City to Nairobi: JFK to NBO. The fastest direct flight from New York City to Nairobi takes 14 hours and 20 minutes.
    The flight distance between New York City and Nairobi is 7,351 miles.
     
    However, several airlines offer itineraries to Kenya, and their bookings are all available online for your convenience. Your discretion in choosing which to use is allowed.
     
    Always ensure that you reconfirm the Flight.
    Luggage & Packing
    Checked bags are typically limited to a total dimension of 62 inches by adding length + width + height (example: 26"+26"+10" = 62”) and a maximum weight of 50 lbs (23kg).
    Carry on Luggage.
    We urge you to pack the items you would be without if your checked bags were lost in your carry-on bag. Prescription medications, eyeglasses, a change of clothes, a mobile phone and charger, valuables (including jewelry and cash), a passport, keys, insurance cards, and local contact information are a few things to remember.
     
    Additionally, we advise you to pack a change of clothing in your carry-on suitcase if your luggage is delayed or misplaced.
    DESTINATION INFORMATION
    Arrive On Time.  
    You should plan to check in at least three hours before the scheduled departure time for international flights and two hours prior to the scheduled departure time for domestic flights due to additional security checks.
    Connecting Passengers. 
    Connecting passengers from other US locations should check their bags all the way to their final destination. Some airlines do not permit the "interlining" of checked bags; each destination flight's luggage is checked separately.
    Destination Landing and Eventual Departure.
    Please finish all immigration procedures upon arrival and retrieve your bags. Check your voucher for detailed instructions if your program involves airport arrival shuttles, as they differ depending on the destination.
    Transfer.
    We kindly suggest that you give our representative 30 minutes extra time from the time of your booked transfer due to local traffic and other unavoidable situations.
    Transfers to and from the airport are included. You shouldn't worry about being late for your tour because such potential delays are considered when booking transfers.
    During Game Safaris.
    Ensure to pack your items in a soft-sided duffel bag and pack lightly due to the constrained space in safari vehicles. Using conventional luggage with rigid frames or hard plastic panels is not recommended.
    Please be aware that there is an environmental prohibition on single-use plastic bags.
    YOUR TOUR INFORMATION.
    Tour Vehicles.
    Expect to spend most of the time driving over roads that are often rough and bumpy in safari vehicles that are not air-conditioned.
    Safari vehicles have high ground clearance and require agility to embark and disembark.
    Tour journey in Destination Country.
    The number of participants on your trip may change as we accommodate visitors at various points along the schedule.
    There are many early mornings. Only "bush toilets" are available during game drives.
    Overland Sightseeing.
    There is a required seat rotation policy on our Customized Tour Vehicles, which your Tour Manager will coordinate to ensure that travelers on tour-guided safaris have a positive and equitable experience.
    Independent Activities.
    The schedule might suggest things to do in your free time, but this is not a recommendation or an endorsement of any particular vendor. 
    Participation in such activities should only be decided upon voluntarily and carefully.
    Souvenir Shopping.
    Most tourists like to bring back at least one memento from their travels.  Our Escorted itinerary has included a few shopping pit stops at suggested locations. These stops are intended to improve your experience by allowing you to inspect high-quality, locally-made goods that you might not be able to locate on your own.
    Gratuities.
    Tipping is always an individual decision. 
    Suggested Tipping: Kenya
    Safari Driver/Guide: US $10 per person per day
    Hotel porters and wait staff: At your discretion.
    ABOUT ACCOMMODATION & MONEY
    About Your Accommodations.
    Each hotel is chosen carefully, considering its overall quality, location, cost, food, service, and cleanliness. Standard twin-bedded (two single beds) rooms with private bathrooms are available in every room. Many accommodations are built in the traditional local style and have no air-conditioning. Some of our tours require walking or stairs between tents. During this tour, you may come close to wild animals whose actions can be unpredictable.
     
    Unless otherwise specified, choosing a room is always completely up to the hotel's management on a run-of-house basis. 
    Electricity in Safari Camps.
    Some camps and lodges rely on generators to supply electricity, which may not always be available. Travelers using power-dependent devices must inform the travel manager in advance so that arrangements can be made to keep them plugged in through the night.
    Electricity Specification
    Please note: The U.S. uses 120 volts, and you can purchase a converter and transformer at most hardware stores for your 120V appliances.
    Kenya - The voltage used is 220/240 volts, 3-pin square (UK standard)
    Tanzania - The voltage used is 230 volts, 3-pin square (UK standard).
    Hotel Check-in/ Check-out.
    Hotel check-in times are typically after 4:00 p.m., and check-out times are before midday. Hotels will typically let you store your stuff in their luggage room if you plan on arriving early or leaving late. If the hotel can check you in earlier or let you stay later, inquire at the front desk. 
    Currency.
    Before you leave your country, we advise that you get a small quantity of currency for the first country you'll be visiting. A smart strategy is to avoid carrying too much cash.
    ATMs accept most ATM cards in many countries but only dispense in the local currency.
    Credit Cards
    Even while credit cards are generally accepted, having local cash on hand is still a good idea. Let your credit card issuer know you will be traveling to prevent your card from being stopped for security concerns.  
    ABOUT YOUR HEALTH
    Staying Healthy While Traveling
    All travelers should familiarize themselves with local conditions, such as high altitude or required immunizations, which could affect their health. We recommend you consult with your personal healthcare provider, the Centers for Disease Control (www.cdc.gov), and/or the World Health Organization (http://www.who.int/en/) for their recommendations.
    Health Checks.
    Visitors to Kenya must carry proof of yellow fever vaccination if traveling through or from a country with a risk of yellow fever and are encouraged to consult their healthcare providers regarding malaria prophylaxis.
    Before signing up for this tour, we suggest you check with your healthcare provider.
    COMMUNICATION
    Mobile Phones
    Mobile networks differ from country to country. We recommend you check with your provider to see if your wireless plan will work in the destination(s) you are visiting.
    LOCAL EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
    Kenya & Tanzania Respectively
    General Emergency: 999 / General Emergency: 112/999
    Languages.
    Kenya - English is the official language. Swahili is the national language
    Tanzania - English and Swahili are the official languages.
    Code of Conduct
    Please be mindful of the ecological significance of the national parks, and do not litter. Taking pictures of military installations is forbidden, and it is advisable to refrain from filming hospitals, schools, bridges, industrial sites, and airports. Sites that are prohibited from being photographed are not always marked.
    MEALS
    Meals & Dietary Requests
    Included meals are based on the restaurant's buffet or set menu. Every effort will be made to honor special dietary requests selected no later than 5 days prior to departure in the passenger details section of your reservation.
     
    In addition, we recommend that you make preferences known to your tour manager upon arrival and at each hotel/restaurant. Special requests are subject to local conditions and availability and cannot be guaranteed.

     
     
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    **IMPORTANT NOTICE**
     
    Please take note of the following:
     
    The tour is offered by Blavals Adventure Ltd
     
    The operator reserves the right to adjust the rates advertised here.
     
    Any requested changes to the tour may result in a change to the advertised rates.
     
    The exact order, contents, and rates of the tour are subject to availability.
     
    If an accommodation is fully booked, the Operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
     
     

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