8 Days- Experience Egypt

Pick up from your place of residence in Nairobi by our driver, and dropped off at JKIA to catch your scheduled flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be met by your driver at the airport and after short briefing and introduction, you will be transferred to the hotel. Check in to the hotel and take some time to freshen up. Overnight at your hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out of the hotel and proceed to enjoy the Captivating city of Cairo.
The Pyramids of Giza – The great Pyramids of Choeps, Chepren and Mysterious are the only ones surviving of the seven wonders of the ancient world. They are Egypt’s most visited monuments and among the world’s greatest tourist attractions.
The Sphinx – is carved from a single piece of stone. It is a lion with the head of a pharaoh thought to be the portrait of Chepren.
Church of St. Sergius (Abu Serga) – A 5th century basilica built over crypt where the Holy Family is believed to have stayed during their flight into Egypt.
Church of St. Mercurius (Abu Sefein) – boasts a unique collection of Coptic art including 175 icons that depict scenes from the old and new testaments, wall paintings, etching and stained glass.
Ben Ezra Synagogue – Modest in appearance, delightful in interior and boasting of legends, the Ben Ezra synagogue is the supreme Jewish monument in Cairo. Legends claim that the synagogue is built on the spot where pharaoh’s daughter found Moses in the bulrushes and where Jeremiah spoke to survivors after the destruction of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar.
The most important recent event is the finding of medieval manuscripts in 1894. The collection, called Geniza, counted more than 250,000 pages, dating to the period between 1002 and 1266.
Al Azhar University and Mosque – Al-Azhar is today the most important religious university in the Muslim world, with as much as 90,000 students. It is perhaps the oldest university in the whole world. The heart of Al-Azhar is the mosque quarters. Unlike so many mosques around the Muslim world, it is fully open for visitors. The architecture is stunning, the size of the roofed hall is quite impressive.
The Khan El Khalili – The most famous of oriental bazaars it is a treasure of trove of medieval craftsmanship. Shop to your total hearts content- for the Egyptian artifacts…or order yourself a sheesha, indulge and watch the world go by…both very enjoyable pass times!!
Later return to your hotel for overnight.

After breakfast at the hotel you will be picked up by your driver then transferred to the airport, to catch your scheduled flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, your driver will pick you up and transfer to the hotel. Check-in at the hotel and relax at your own leisure. Overnight at hotel in Luxor

Today after breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and embark on a captivating half-day journey through Luxor’s East Bank, where history comes to life. Visit the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple, a sprawling complex of grand columns and sacred sanctuaries that pay homage to ancient Egyptian gods.

Delve into the heart of Luxor as you explore the Luxor Temple, adorned with colossal statues and intricate hieroglyphics. Witness the convergence of past and present as you stroll through these magnificent structures that have stood for millennia.

This half-day East Bank tour offers a glimpse into Egypt’s rich history and the architectural marvels that define Luxor’s landscape. Afterwards, transfer to the Nile cruise for check in.

Today breakfast in the cruise then explore the wonders of ancient Egypt with our West Bank Tour featuring the impressive Kings Valley, the majestic Hatshepsut Temple, and the renowned Colossi of Memnon. Discover the rich history and fascinating architecture of these iconic sites as you journey through the ancient Valley of the Kings. Overnight in the Nile cruise.

Breakfast in the cruise. Today we sail to Luxor via Kom Ombo and Esna. Temples of Kom Ombo – Kom ombo temple is exquisitely situated on a dune above a bend in the Nile. Alone among Egypt’s temple it is shared equally by two gods-Sobek, the crocodile god of Nile fertility and haroeis, the elder Horus.

Temple of Edfu – The town of Edfu boasts Egypt’s most best-preserved temple dedicated to Horus, the god of sun and planets. The falcon –his symbol-is a prominent decoration. A very delightful hantour (horse carriage) ride takes you from the Nile to the temple grounds.
Overnight in the cruise.

After breakfast in the cruise, embark on history-filled Aswan tour. Marvel at the engineering feat known as the High Dam, and venture aboard a boat to travel down the Nile to the stunning Temple of Philae. Enjoy the islands and stunning views of Felucca on the Nile. Overnight in the cruise.

Today after breakfast in the cruise, disembark from the cruise. Your driver will pick you up and drive you to the airport to catch your scheduled flight back to Cairo. There you will relax at the airport and enjoy lunch(own cost) as you await your flight back to Nairobi. On arrival, you will be picked by our driver guide and dropped back to your place of residence in Nairobi. End of Services!