Egypt
is a timeless journey
is a sail into the dusk
is the heavenly heights
Why I love Egypt
“Is it the way the glorious past casts long shadows over the present? Is it the way the lush Nile Valley gives way, from one footstep to another, to the harshness of the desert? Is it the light in the eye of the person telling me a story in a cafe, who has just burst into laughter? Here are three reasons: the intensity of light, the love of life, the sense of family are three of many, many...” Read More
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4-Day Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Optional Private Guide
Enjoy the beautiful scenery as you cruise the Nile on a 4-day journey from Aswan to Luxor. Sightseeing, entrance fees and meals are included on this luxuriously relaxing cruise on Egypt's famous river. Upgrade to a private guided tour and plan a more personal itinerary with a qualified Egyptologist guide.
5-Day Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Optional Private Guide
Enjoy the beautiful scenery as you cruise the Nile on a 5-day journey from Luxor to Aswan. You also have the opportunity to upgrade to a private guided tour so you can plan your itinerary with a qualified Egyptologist during your luxuriously relaxing cruise on Egypt's famour river.
8-Day Nile River Cruise from Luxor Including Aswan and Optional Private Guide
Spend eight days on a voyage down the beautiful and romantic Nile River on a cruise from Luxor to Aswan and explore the historic temples, tombs and relics of the the Upper Nile, described as the greatest outdoor museum in the world!
8-Day Nile River Cruise from Aswan Including Luxor and Optional Private Guide
Spend eight days relaxing on a leisurely Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor and explore the historic temples, tombs and relics of the the Upper Nile, described as the greatest outdoor museum in the world!
Alexandria Independent Adventure
Delve into legendary Alexandria, Egypt's capital for a millennium and once home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Wander the Roman amphitheatres, palaces and catacombs of Egypt's gateway to the Mediterranean. Starting from Cairo, spend a day and a half exploring Alexandria's Greek, Roman and Byzantine history in one of the greatest cities of the Hellenic world. And with a top-notch CEO from door to door, you'll know you're in good hands the whole time.
Three Night Nile Cruise from Aswan
Sail the Nile River while on board a luxuries Nile Cruise and enjoy the scenery of the Nile River Banks that has remained intact since the time of the Pharaohs. This tour includes sightseeing in Luxor (Karnak and Luxor temples, temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon), Kim Ombo temple, Edfu temple, and in Aswan Philae temple and High Dam. The Cruise is on full board basis including breakfast lunch and dinner as well as entertainment like Galabiya party and folklore show.