10 Dagen Caïro en Nijlcruise en Alexandrië met Abu Simbel

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and greeted by our professional representative, who will assist you with arrival formalities. You will then be transferred in a private, air-conditioned car to your 5★ hotel in Cairo.

At the hotel, you will receive assistance with check-in and meet your dedicated tour manager, who will review the full itinerary, confirm timings, and answer any questions to ensure a smooth journey ahead. Enjoy a welcome drink and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing after your flight or enjoying the hotel facilities.

Overnachting in Caïro

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, your Egyptologist guide and tour manager will meet you and escort you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a full day of sightseeing. Throughout the day, your transportation remains private, comfortable, and exclusively arranged for you.

Giza Piramides

Bezoek de legendarische piramides van Gizeh—Cheops (de Grote Piramide), Chefren en Menkaure. Deze monumentale structuren, gebouwd meer dan 4.500 jaar geleden, dienden als graven voor de farao's. Leer over de geavanceerde bouwtechnieken, de uitlijning met hemellichamen en de verhalen van de koningen die daar begraven liggen.

De Sfinx

Zie de Grote Sfinx, een monumentaal standbeeld van kalksteen met een leeuwenlichaam en een mensenhoofd. De Sfinx, die de wacht houdt voor de Piramide van Khafre, is een symbool van kracht, wijsheid en mysterie, dat de grandeur van de oude Egyptische beschaving weerspiegelt.

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

After completing your Giza visit, your driver will transfer you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to a local restaurant, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch.

Step Pyramid of King Djoser – Saqqara

In the afternoon, drive south to Saqqara to visit the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. Designed by the architect Imhotep, this was the first pyramid ever built and marks the transition vanaf mastaba tombs to monumental stone pyramids.

Memphis Open-Air Museum

Continue to Memphis, Egypt’s first capital. Visit the open-air museum, home to the colossal statue of Ramses II and other important relics that reflect Memphis’ former political and religious importance.

At the end of the day, your representative will drive you back in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo, where you can relax after a rich and immersive day of discovery.

Overnachting in Caïro

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, depart in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a day dedicated to Cairo’s cultural and historical layers.

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, a state-of-the-art museum that presents Egypt’s story vanaf prehistoric times to the modern era. Unlike traditional museums, NMEC focuses on daily life, craftsmanship, beliefs, and social development. The highlight is the Royal Mummies Hall, offering an immersive and dignified presentation of Egypt’s ancient rulers.

Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your exploration.

Citadel of Salah El-Din

Explore the Citadel of Salah El-Din, a medieval fortress built to protect Cairo. From its elevated position, the citadel offers panoramic views of the city and insight into Egypt’s Islamic military history.

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Stroll through Khan El Khalili, one of the oldest markets in the Middle East. Browse shops selling spices, lanterns, silver jewelry, and handcrafted souvenirs while experiencing Cairo’s vibrant street life.

Return to your hotel in Cairo by private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Overnachting in Caïro

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you will be transferred in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Luchthaven Caïro for your domestic flight to Aswan.

Aswan Hoge Dam

Visit the Aswan Hoge Dam, a modern engineering achievement that controls the Nile’s annual flooding and created Lake Nasser, one of the world’s largest man-made lakes.

Philae Tempel

Take a scenic boat ride to Philae Tempel, dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple was carefully relocated to Agilkia Island and is renowned for its graceful architecture and peaceful setting.

After sightseeing, board your luxurious 5★ Nile cruise ship. Enjoy lunch, dinner, and relaxation as the river gently flows by.

Overnight on Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Abu Simbel Tempels

Depart early by private, air-conditioned vehicle to visit the Abu Simbel Tempels. These monumental rock-cut temples were built by Ramses II and aligned with the sun in a remarkable astronomical feat. Their relocation during the 1960s remains one of the greatest archaeological rescue missions in history.

Return to the cruise and begin sailing along the Nile, enjoying lunch on board.

Kom Ombo Tempel

Visit the Kom Ombo Tempel, uniquely dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, the falcon-headed god. The temple’s symmetrical layout and medical reliefs make it especially distinctive.

Enjoy sunset views and dinner as the cruise continues toward Edfu.

Overnight on Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Na uw heerlijke ontbijt aan boord van de cruise, zal onze vertegenwoordiger u begeleiden in een privé, airconditioned voertuig om te bezoeken:

Tempel van Edfu

Travel by horse and carriage to the Tempel van Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the god Horus, the temple’s towering pylons and detailed reliefs vividly depict ancient religious rituals.

Sailing to Luxor via Esna Lock

Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Luxor, passing through the Esna Lock — a fascinating example of modern river navigation.

Enjoy dinner and evening entertainment on board your cruise.

Overnight in Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

At sunrise, enjoy a breathtaking hot air balloon ride over Luxor, offering panoramic views of temples, tombs, and the Nile River bathed in golden light.

Vallei der Koningen

Visit the Vallei der Koningen, burial ground of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs. The richly decorated tombs reveal ancient beliefs about the afterlife.

Tempel van Koningin Hatshepsut

Explore the Temple of Hatshepsut, a striking monument carved into limestone cliffs, honoring Egypt’s most influential female ruler.

Karnak Tempel

Visit the vast Karnak Tempel, built over more than 2,000 years and dedicated primarily to the god Amun.

Luxor Tempel

Explore Luxor Tempel, once the center of royal ceremonies and festivals.

Transfer by private, air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo.

Overnachting in Caïro

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, your tour manager and Egyptologist guide will meet you and escort you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic drive north to Alexandria. Founded by Alexander the Great, Alexandria offers a unique blend of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Mediterranean heritage.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Begin your visit at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a striking modern landmark built as a tribute to the legendary ancient Library of Alexandria, once the greatest center of knowledge in the ancient world. The contemporary structure houses millions of books, museums, exhibitions, and cultural spaces, symbolizing Alexandria’s enduring role as a beacon of learning and intellectual exchange.

Roman Amphitheatre

Continue to the Roman Amphitheatre, one of the best-preserved Roman monuments in Egypt. This ancient performance venue reveals the Roman influence on Alexandria’s urban life and provides insight into entertainment and public gatherings during the Roman period.

Pompey’s Pillar

Visit Pompey's Pillar, a towering granite column standing over 25 meters high. Despite its name, the column has no connection to Pompey; instead, it was erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian and remains one of the most impressive Roman-era monuments in the city.

Citadel of Qaitbay

Proceed to the Citadel of Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress built on the exact site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the citadel offers panoramic views and a powerful sense of Alexandria’s strategic maritime history.

Lunch in Alexandria

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, where you can savor fresh Mediterranean flavors in a relaxed coastal setting.

In the late afternoon, begin your return journey to Cairo in your private, air-conditioned vehicle, arriving in the evening.

Overnachting in Caïro

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, depart your hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a comprehensive exploration of Cairo’s religious heritage, highlighting centuries of Islamic and Christian history coexisting within the same city.

Mosque of Ibn Tulun

Visit the Mosque of Ibn Tulun, one of the oldest and largest mosques in Egypt. Built in the 9th century, it is renowned for its unique spiral minaret, vast open courtyard, and simple yet powerful architectural design inspired by early Islamic traditions.

Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

Continue to the Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan, a masterpiece of Mamluk architecture. Its monumental scale, soaring walls, and harmonious proportions reflect the political power and artistic achievement of medieval Cairo.

Al-Rifa’i Mosque

Visit the neighboring Al-Rifa'i Mosque, notable as the burial place of Egypt’s royal family and several foreign dignitaries. Its design complements Sultan Hassan Mosque while reflecting a later architectural era.

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant before continuing your tour.

Hangende Kerk

Explore the Hangende Kerk, one of Egypt’s oldest Christian churches, built above the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon. The church is famous for its beautiful wooden ceiling and historic icons.

Church of St. Sergius (Abu Serga)

Visit the Church of St. Sergius, traditionally believed to have sheltered the Holy Family during their stay in Egypt. This site holds deep spiritual significance for Coptic Christians.

Ben Ezra Synagoge

Conclude your visit to Coptic Cairo at the Ben Ezra Synagoge, one of the most important Jewish religious sites in Egypt, reflecting Cairo’s long history of religious coexistence.

Return to your hotel in Cairo in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, ending a culturally rich and insightful day.

Overnachting in Caïro

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Cairo. At the appropriate time, your representative will assist with hotel check-out and escort you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

As your journey concludes, depart with unforgettable memories of Egypt’s ancient civilizations, religious heritage, and Mediterranean charm.

Meals: Breakfast