15-Day Cairo, Nile Cruise & Sharm el-Sheikh

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will assist you through airport procedures and transfer you to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle. After check-in, the rest of the day is free to relax after your journey. You can enjoy the hotel facilities or take a short walk nearby depending on your arrival time. In the evening, your tour manager will give a brief introduction about the upcoming itinerary and answer any questions. Overnight stay in Cairo, preparing for your exciting adventure through Egypt’s ancient wonders, Nile Cruise experience, and Red Sea relaxation.

Enjoy an orientation walk of Zurich’s OLD TOWN, Switzerland’s center of banking and commerce. Then, leave Zurich and start your Swiss adventure. You’ll quickly discover that Switzerland isn’t just home to the Alps, but also to some of the most beautiful lakes. First, stop at the foot of the Jura Mountains in the picturesque town of Biel, known as Bienne by French-speaking Swiss, famous for watch-making, and explore the historical center. Next, enjoy a scenic drive to lakeside Neuchâtel, dominated by the medieval cathedral and castle. Time to stroll along the lake promenade before continuing to stunning Geneva, the second-largest city in Switzerland, with its fantastic lakeside location and breathtaking panoramas of the Alps.

Explore more of Cairo’s cultural treasures. Visit the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts including the treasures of Tutankhamun. Continue to Islamic Cairo and explore the Citadel of Salah El Din with its impressive Mohamed Ali Mosque. Later, visit Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue, showcasing Egypt’s religious diversity. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the evening, you may opt for a Nile dinner cruise with live entertainment. Return to your hotel in Cairo for overnight stay.

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your guide and start exploring the East Bank. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple complex, one of the largest religious structures in the world, followed by Luxor Temple located in the heart of the city. After sightseeing, board your luxury Nile Cruise and check in to your cabin. Enjoy lunch onboard and relax on the sun deck while the cruise prepares for sailing. Dinner will be served onboard, followed by overnight stay on the Nile.

Start your morning with breakfast onboard before heading to the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, where ancient pharaohs were buried in richly decorated tombs. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photos. Return to the cruise for lunch and begin sailing toward Edfu. Enjoy peaceful views of the Nile, passing traditional villages and farmland. Dinner onboard and overnight sailing.

After breakfast, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Travel by horse carriage to reach the temple and explore its massive pylons and detailed carvings. Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo. Enjoy lunch onboard while relaxing on the sun deck. Spend the afternoon enjoying the scenic Nile views. Dinner and overnight onboard as the cruise continues south.

After breakfast, visit the unique double temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Learn about ancient medicine and mythology through its carvings. Return to the cruise and continue sailing to Aswan. Enjoy lunch onboard while passing beautiful Nile landscapes. Arrive in Aswan and enjoy a relaxing evening onboard. Dinner and overnight stay on the cruise.

Explore Aswan after breakfast. Visit the Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, located on Agilkia Island and reached by motorboat. Continue to the High Dam, a modern engineering marvel controlling the Nile, and the Unfinished Obelisk, which shows ancient stone-cutting techniques. Return to the cruise for lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring Aswan’s colorful Nubian markets. Dinner and overnight onboard in Aswan.

After breakfast, disembark the Nile Cruise and transfer to Aswan Airport or Luxor (depending on schedule) for your flight to Sharm El Sheikh. Upon arrival, meet your representative and transfer to your beach resort hotel. Check in and enjoy free time to relax by the Red Sea. You can swim, enjoy the beach, or rest after your Nile adventure. Overnight stay in Sharm El Sheikh.

Enjoy a free day in Sharm El Sheikh. Relax on the beach or by the swimming pool. The crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea offer perfect conditions for swimming and sunbathing. Optional activities include diving or snorkeling trips to explore coral reefs and marine life. Overnight stay at your resort.

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day boat trip to some of the best snorkeling spots in the Red Sea. Discover colorful coral reefs and exotic marine life. Enjoy swimming stops and lunch onboard the boat. Return to your hotel in the afternoon and relax. Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.

Experience an exciting desert safari adventure. Ride quad bikes or jeeps across the desert dunes, visit a Bedouin village, and learn about traditional desert life. Enjoy a BBQ dinner under the stars with cultural performances. Return to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh for overnight stay.

Enjoy a relaxed day at your resort. Swim, sunbathe, or take optional spa treatments. You may also book additional diving trips or boat excursions. This day is perfect for relaxation after your adventure-filled journey.

Another free day to enjoy the beauty of Sharm El Sheikh. Spend time at the beach, enjoy water sports, or simply relax at your resort. Optional activities are available for those seeking more adventure.