15-Day Egypt Journey – March 6–20, 2027 – Johann Robbins
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Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt on this carefully designed 15-day journey, exploring Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel. Visit the iconic Pyramids of Giza, magnificent temples, and royal tombs, and enjoy a memorable 4-night Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan. With expert local guides, comfortable accommodations, and personalized sightseeing, this journey offers the perfect combination of history, culture, and relaxation.
Main Feature
The Journey
Route Points
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Day 1
Saturday, March 6: Arrival in Cairo
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet and assist you before transferring you by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo.
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Day 2
Sunday, March 7: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Saqqara
After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide to explore the magnificent Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx.
Continue to Saqqara, home to the remarkable Step Pyramid of King Djoser, one of Egypt's earliest monumental stone structures.
Return to your hotel with the evening free to relax.
Overnight in Cairo.
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Day 3
Monday, March 8: Grand Egyptian Museum & Cairo Highlights
After breakfast, visit the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), home to extraordinary collections representing thousands of years of ancient Egyptian history.
Depending on your interests and preferred pace, we can also include a visit to historic Cairo, with time to explore its traditional streets and markets.
Overnight in Cairo.
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Day 4
Tuesday, March 9: Fly to Luxor
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, perhaps relaxing by the Nile or exploring the beautiful surroundings of Luxor.
Overnight in Luxor.
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Day 5
Wednesday, March 10 Luxor's Lesser-Visited Temples
Today, enjoy a private guided excursion to some of Luxor's fascinating, lesser-visited archaeological sites.
Visit Medinet Habu, the impressive mortuary temple of Ramses III, renowned for its beautifully preserved reliefs and monumental architecture.
Continue to the Ramesseum, the mortuary temple of Ramses II, followed by Deir El Medina, the ancient village where the craftsmen who built the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings once lived.
These sites offer a fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian life and are generally less crowded than Luxor's main attractions.
Return to your hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight in Luxor.
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Day 6
Thursday, March 11: Abydos & Dendera Temples
Abydos & Dendera Temples
After breakfast, depart with your private Egyptologist guide and driver for a full-day excursion to two of Egypt's most remarkable temple complexes.Abydos Temple: Explore the magnificent Temple of Seti I, famous for its beautifully preserved reliefs and its importance as one of ancient Egypt's most sacred religious centers.
Dendera Temple: Discover the extraordinary Temple of Hathor, renowned for its impressive columns, astronomical ceilings, and beautifully preserved decorations.
Return to Luxor in the evening.
Overnight in Luxor.
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Day 7
Friday, March 12: Free Day in Luxor
Free Day in Luxor
Enjoy a completely free day to relax, explore independently, or revisit places that particularly interest you.This day is intentionally left flexible to ensure a comfortable and unhurried journey.
Overnight in Luxor.
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Day 8
Saturday, March 13: Embark on Your Dahabiya – Luxor East Bank
After breakfast, transfer to your selected Dahabiya for your 4-night Nile sailing journey from Luxor to Aswan.
Enjoy a guided visit to Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, two of the most impressive monuments of ancient Thebes.
Return to the Dahabiya for lunch, dinner, and a relaxing evening onboard.
Overnight onboard your Dahabiya.
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Day 9
Sunday, March 14: Luxor West Bank & Sailing toward Esna
After breakfast, explore Luxor's legendary West Bank.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Return to the Dahabiya and begin sailing south toward Esna, enjoying the peaceful scenery of the Nile.
Overnight onboard the Dahabiya.
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Day 10
Monday, March 15: Edfu Temple & Scenic Nile Sailing
Enjoy breakfast onboard before visiting the impressive Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient temples.
Continue sailing past traditional Egyptian villages, beautiful Nile islands, and green agricultural landscapes.
Spend the afternoon relaxing on the sundeck and enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of the Nile.
Overnight onboard the Dahabiya.
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Day 11
Tuesday, March 16: Gebel Silsila & Kom Ombo
Continue your scenic sailing journey toward Aswan.
Sail past Gebel Silsila, an ancient sandstone quarry area, and visit the remarkable Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder.
Enjoy your final evening aboard the Dahabiya.
Overnight onboard the Dahabiya.
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Day 12
Wednesday, March 17: Aswan Sightseeing & Disembarkation
After breakfast, enjoy your final cruise sightseeing, including Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the Aswan High Dam.
Following the conclusion of your Dahabiya cruise, transfer to your hotel in Aswan.
The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore the city at your own pace.
Overnight in Aswan.
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Day 13
Thursday, March 18: Abu Simbel Temples & Overnight Stay
After breakfast, depart Aswan by private air-conditioned vehicle for Abu Simbel.
Visit the extraordinary temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, among Egypt's most impressive ancient monuments.
Your overnight stay allows you to enjoy Abu Simbel at a more relaxed pace rather than making the long return journey on the same day.
In the evening, you may attend the optional Sound and Light Show at Abu Simbel, subject to availability.
Overnight in Abu Simbel.
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Day 14
Friday, March 19: Abu Simbel – Aswan – Fly to Cairo
Enjoy a leisurely morning before your private transfer back to Aswan.
Transfer to Aswan Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo, according to the available flight schedule.
Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo.
Abu Simbel to Cairo Flight: We will check the flight schedules and availability for March 19, 2027, and advise you of the available options and any additional cost.
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Day 15
Saturday, March 20: Final Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your international departure.
End of your memorable Journey To Egypt.
Why book with Journey To Egypt?
Included
- Meet and greet service by our representatives at Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan airports.
- Assistance with arrival procedures at Cairo International Airport.
- Egypt entry visa upon arrival at Cairo Airport.
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo at the beginning of the journey, including daily breakfast.
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Luxor, including daily breakfast.
- Accommodation for 4 nights aboard your selected Dahabiya on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- Accommodation for 1 night in Aswan, including daily breakfast.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Abu Simbel, including daily breakfast.
- Accommodation for 1 final night in Cairo, including daily breakfast.
- Domestic flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo.
- All sightseeing tours mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees to all historical sites mentioned in the itinerary.
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guides for sightseeing tours.
- Private air-conditioned vehicles for all land excursions and transfers.
- All airport transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All applicable taxes and service charges.
Excluded
- International airfare to and from Egypt.
- Optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Abu Simbel Sound and Light Show (optional).
- Beverages during meals and onboard the Dahabiya.
- Personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone calls, and shopping.
- Tipping and gratuities for tour guides, drivers, and Dahabiya crew.
- Travel insurance.
Standard Accommodations
| Occupancy type | Price per person | Notes |
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| Double Occupancy | $5,460 | - |
Location & Meeting Point
Pickup Location: Cairo International Airport or any hotel in Cairo