Egypt-8-days: history-culture

Arrive at Cairo International Airport (Airport code: CAI). Once you pass immigration, retrieve your luggage and clear customs, please look for JrnyOn representative holding a placard with your name. Proceed to your hotel in a pre-arranged transfer vehicle.

Duration: 40 minutes
Distance: 20 kms / 12.5 miles

Begin your journey in Cairo with a memorable welcome dinner featuring the rich flavours of Egyptian cuisine. Gather with your fellow travellers over traditional dishes, lively conversation, and warm local hospitality. Set against the vibrant energy of the city, the evening offers the perfect introduction to Egypt’s culture and culinary traditions.

The Grand Egyptian Museum is one of the most renowned museums in the world, and houses the largest collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts, with over 120,000 items, including mummies, sarcophagi, jewellery, statues, and the treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamun, such as his iconic gold mask. The museum offers visitors a profound insight into one of the world’s most influential ancient civilizations.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savoring authentic Egyptian cuisine. Delight in fragrant spices and traditional dishes like koshari, grilled kebabs, or fresh falafel. Experience the rich flavors and warm hospitality that make Egyptian dining a true cultural experience.

Explore the most iconic ancient structures in the world - ancient 4000-year-old Pyramids. The Pyramid of Khufu is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex. Reflect upon the Egyptians’ advanced understanding of architecture, mathematics, and astronomy, while taking in the grandeur of one of Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

The Great Sphinx of Giza is one of the most famous and mysterious monuments in the world. A colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human, it is believed to represent Pharaoh Khafre. The Sphinx remains an enduring mystery and continues to fascinate historians, archaeologists, and visitors with its enigmatic expression and ancient grandeur.

Saqqara, also spelled Sakkara or Saccara, is Egypt's oldest pyramid. Built for Pharaoh Djoser around 2670 BCE, it is the first large-scale stone structure. Saqqara is the largest archaeological burial site in the country. It is most important cemetery of Memphis, one of the most important cities in ancient Egyptian history.

The Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali are among the most iconic landmarks in Cairo, Egypt, showcasing both the rich history and architectural beauty of the city.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savoring authentic Egyptian cuisine. Delight in fragrant spices and traditional dishes like koshari, grilled kebabs, or fresh falafel. Experience the rich flavors and warm hospitality that make Egyptian dining a true cultural experience.

Step onto El Muiz Street as medieval Cairo unfolds. Wander carved façades, mosques, and madrasas, feel the pulse of old trade routes, and you sense history alive in every lantern-lit stone.

Khan el-Khalili is a famous and historic bazaar located in the heart of Cairo, dating back to the 14th century. It is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, narrow alleyways, and a wide variety of goods, including traditional Egyptian handicrafts, jewellery, textiles, spices, and souvenirs. The market also features traditional coffeehouses and restaurants, making it a lively hub for both locals and tourists, offering a glimpse into Cairo’s rich cultural heritage and daily life.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to Cairo airport (airport code: CAI)

Duration: 40 minutes
Distance: 20 kms / 12.5 miles

Fly from Cairo to Aswan and swap the bustling capital for the serene beauty of the Nile’s southern reaches. As you descend, take in stunning views of the desert meeting the river. Upon arrival, immerse yourself in Aswan’s rich history, vibrant markets, and breathtaking riverscapes.

Flight Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes

The Temple of Philae is dedicated to the goddess Isis and was a significant religious center in ancient Egypt. Originally constructed during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods, the temple was relocated to its current site to save it from flooding after the construction of the Aswan High Dam and is renowned for its stunning reliefs and historical importance.

The unfinished obelisk is the largest known ancient obelisk and is located in the northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt in Aswan, Egypt. Dating back to the 18th Dynasty, around 1500 BCE, it was intended to be a massive granite obelisk dedicated to the Pharaoh Hatshepsut or Thutmose I, but was left incomplete due to a crack discovered in the stone.

Check in on your Nile Cruise. The Nile River Cruise is the best way to see the incredible ruins of ancient Egypt and modern life along the banks of the Nile. The cruise takes us through the heart of Egypt as we cruise between Luxor, Edfu, and Aswan.

The restaurant has all kinds of dishes, oriental, western and vegetarian dishes, all served in an open buffet style.

Felucca Ride is a magical activity to witness the beauty of Aswan. Surrounded by amazing scenes, you will have a relaxed evening enjoying the river breeze. This traditional wooden sailing boat is made to only seat a handful, and offers a calmer, slower alternative to cruising the Nile in a noisy motorboat.

Besides enjoying the international cuisine, guests can enjoy traditional dance and music performances, relax and refresh in the spa, swimming pool, on the sun- deck, or in the comfort of their luxurious cabins.

Journey to Abu Simbel, passing through the vast desert landscapes. Explore the majestic Abu Simbel temples, marvel at their colossal statues and intricate carvings.

Duration: 3.5 hours
Distance: 281 kms / 175 miles

Explore the awe-inspiring temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, featuring colossal statues and intricate carvings. The Great Temple showcases Ramses II's grandeur, while the Temple of Hathor honors his queen.

After soaking in the grandeur of this UNESCO site, drive back to Aswan, reflecting on the ancient wonders of Egypt.

Duration: 3.5 hours
Distance: 281 kms / 175 miles

The restaurant has all kinds of dishes, oriental, western and vegetarian dishes, all served in an open buffet style.

Sail to Kom Ombo by Nile Cruise from Aswan.

Time Duration: 3.5 hours

Standing at a bend in the river Nile, the temple of Kom Ombo is among the Nile Valley’s most beautiful temples. Kom Ombo is unique in Egypt as a double temple—dedicated to two deities, Sobek and Horus. This“unusual double temple”located in the town of Kom Ombo, within the Aswan Governorate, one among the many administrative territories in Egypt, was constructed during the Ptolemaic dynasty. Though it is said to be completed between 180–47 BC, additions were made during the Roman period.

Sail to Edfu after the visit to Kom Ombo. Edfu is an important archaeological site on the west bank of the Nile.

Time Duration : 5 Hours

Besides enjoying the international cuisine, guests can enjoy traditional dance and music performances, relax and refresh in the spa, swimming pool, on the sun- deck, or in the comfort of their luxurious cabins.

The temple is dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, one of the most important deities in the Egyptian pantheon, associated with kingship, protection, and the sky. One of the best-preserved temples in Egypt

Sail to Luxor from Edfu. Luxor is often referred to as the 'World’s greatest open-air museum'. This city is built on the site of ancient Thebes, which was the capital of Egypt during the height of the New Kingdom.

Time Duration: 9 Hours

The restaurant has all kinds of dishes, oriental, western and vegetarian dishes, all served in an open buffet style.

The Luxor Temple is a large Ancient Egyptian temple complex located on the east bank of the Nile River in the city today known as Luxor and was constructed approximately 1400 BCE. In the Egyptian language it was known as ipet resyt, or 'The southern sanctuary'. Don't miss the long ceremonial road known as the Avenue of Sphinxes, lined with hundreds of statues of sphinxes.

Besides enjoying the international cuisine, guests can enjoy traditional dance and music performances, relax and refresh in the spa, swimming pool, on the sun- deck, or in the comfort of their luxurious cabins.

The Valley of the Kings in Luxor is a vast ancient burial site, home to the tombs of pharaohs, including the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun. Carved into desert cliffs, these tombs are adorned with stunning murals depicting the pharaohs' journey to the afterlife.

This unique, terraced temple was built for Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs. The temple blends into the cliffs that rise behind it and is known for its striking architecture and detailed reliefs depicting Hatshepsut’s reign. Hatshepsut’s temple uses symmetry and terraces to create a sense of grandeur. This design was highly innovative for its time and influenced later temple construction.

The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor, Egypt. These iconic statues have captivated the imagination of travellers and historians for millennia, and are one of the most recognizable landmarks of ancient Egypt. Unfortunately, the temple was mostly destroyed over time due to natural disasters, including earthquakes and flooding, leaving the two giant statues as the temple’s only surviving elements.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savoring authentic Egyptian cuisine. Delight in fragrant spices and traditional dishes like koshari, grilled kebabs, or fresh falafel. Experience the rich flavors and warm hospitality that make Egyptian dining a true cultural experience.

Board a flight from Luxor to Cairo and enjoy a swift journey from the ancient wonders of Upper Egypt to the bustling capital. Soar over the Nile’s winding path before landing in Cairo, where vibrant markets and historic landmarks await your exploration.

Flight Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes

Today your JrnyOn journey comes to an end. You will be transferred to Cairo International Airport (Airport code: CAI), for your return flight home. Once on the flight, you can begin to plan for your next JRNY!

Duration: 40 minutes
Distance: 20 kms / 12.5 miles