We start today’s tour with a bang, with a visit to the immense Pyramids & Sphinx at Giza. We also include a camel ride at the pyramids, fun for all the family, and a great photo opportunity as well. We then head into the center of town and visit the Egyptian Museum with its collection of mummies, and of course, the familiar and famous Tutankhamun exhibit with the original golden mask on display. This evening take the overnight sleeper train to Aswan. Overnight: Onboard train Meals Breakfast, Dinner

The River Nile is at its most picturesque here in Aswan and we take advantage of this with a tour to the beautiful island temple of Philae by boat. During term times, we will also visit a local school where we arrange fun and informal joint English/Arabic language class with children of a similar age to your group. A Nubian meal is also included today. Overnight: Aswan hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

There is the option very early this morning for a tour to the temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel, which have a fascinating story as they were completely dismantled and rebuilt piece by piece to escape the rising waters of Lake Nasser. If you do not do Abu Simbel, the morning is free to explore Aswan’s busy and exotic bazaar or relax in the hotel before we board our Felucca sailboat for 1 hour sailing on the Nile. Overnight: Aswan Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, drive to Luxor where we check into our hotel by the Nile. The rest of the afternoon is free. Overnight: Luxor hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

There is the option today of a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the west bank of the Nile. Today’s tour takes in the West bank of the Nile, visiting the Pharaonic tombs in the Valley of the Kings, and the unique temple to Queen Hatshepsut where we learn about her fascinating story. The afternoon is free to relax in the hotel, explore Luxor town, take another felucca trip on the Nile to Banana Island, or perhaps visit the Mummification Museum. Overnight: Luxor hotel Meals: Breakfast

We tour one of Egypt’s biggest and most impressive sites today, Karnak temple, with its huge temples, obelisks, statues, and columned halls. In the afternoon, we drive through the hills and down to the Red Sea and our beach resort in Hurghada (half board basis). Options are available to upgrade to all-inclusive or to change the resort to a higher level or different style. Overnight: Hurghada resort Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

These three days are free to relax in and around the hotel pool and beach or to try some watersports or other activities. There is a huge amount available in and around Hurghada, including snorkeling and scuba diving, water sports and fun parks, camel rides, and the old town and marina in Hurghada are worth a visit. Overnight: Hurghada resort Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Today and tomorrow, you will have more free time for relaxation or the opportunity to partake in the many activities available through your local rep. Overnight: Hurghada resort Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Today is your last opportunity to soak up the Red Sea sun and/or join us for some optional activities, before flying back to Cairo tomorrow. Overnight: Hurghada resort Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

We take a morning flight with Egypt Air back to Cairo, and then have a short tour to explore the mosque and museum at the Citadel overlooking the city, and to wander around and possibly do some haggling and souvenir shopping in the busy Khan-el-Khalili bazaar. We will visit a traditional local Koshari shop for a snack lunch and in the evening, we include a farewell dinner to say goodbye to your Egyptologist guide and fellow travelers. Overnight: Cairo hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The tour ends today and your time is free until we transfer you to the airport for your flight home. Overnight: N/A Meals: Breakfast