Description:
Embark on an inspiring 8-day journey across Egypt, blending ancient wonders, desert spirituality, and timeless river experiences. Explore the legendary sites of Cairo, sail gently aboard a traditional Sola Dahabiya, and find serenity at the sacred peaks of St. Catherine. This immersive adventure uncovers Egypt’s treasures—from pyramids and temples to mountains and monasteries—while connecting you to the rich history, culture, and landscapes that shaped one of the world’s greatest civilizations.

This program can also be complemented with Solar Eclipse Tours 2027, offering a once-in-a-lifetime celestial event combined with a cultural experience through Egypt.

Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

• Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport
• Transfer to your hotel in Cairo
• Overnight in Cairo

Day 2: The Pyramids & The Egyptian Museum

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Meet your private guide and begin your Cairo explorations
• Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple
• Explore the Egyptian Museum and its priceless treasures
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Night train to Aswan
•  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Aswan & Boarding the Sola Dahabiya

• Breakfast on the train
• Transfer from Aswan station to the Sola Dahabiya
• Lunch on board
• Visit Philae Temple and the High Dam
• Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan
•  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Kom Ombo Temple

• Breakfast on board
• Enjoy sailing toward Kom Ombo
• Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo overlooking the river
• Lunch on board
• Continue sailing to Edfu
• Dinner and overnight in Edfu
•  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Edfu Temple & Luxor East Bank

• Breakfast on board
• Visit the Temple of Edfu
• Sail through Esna toward Luxor
• Lunch on board
• Explore Luxor’s East Bank including Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple
• Dinner and overnight on board
•  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Luxor West Bank & Travel to St. Catherine

• Breakfast on board
• Disembark from your Sola Dahabiya
• Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon
• Transfer to the airport for your flight to Sharm El Sheikh
• Transfer to your hotel
• Evening climb of Moses Mountain (Mount Sinai)

Day 7: Moses Mountain & St. Catherine Monastery

• Continue the sunrise climb of Moses Mountain
• Visit St. Catherine Monastery
• Return to the hotel in Sharm El Sheikh
• Fly back to Cairo
• Overnight in Cairo

Day 8: Final Departure

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure
•  Meals: Breakfast