The true ancient Egypt: from the Pyramids of Giza to the Temple of Isis. We’ll sail the Nile, visit the Temple of Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings to Luxor, the largest open-air museum. And there’s so much more... but let yourself be surprised!
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This is a WeRoad Collection

A trip designed for ultimate comfort, with specially selected hotels and unique experiences.

★ Discover Abu Simbel, where colossal temples reveal ancient Egypt’s grandeur.★ Sail in style on a Nile Premium Cruise to Egypt’s iconic sites.★ Explore the Valley of the Kings and uncover the secrets of ancient pharaohs.

Highlights of this trip

★ Discover Abu Simbel, where colossal temples reveal ancient Egypt’s grandeur.

★ Sail in style on a Nile Premium Cruise to Egypt’s iconic sites.

★ Explore the Valley of the Kings and uncover the secrets of ancient pharaohs.

Experience the authentic WeRoad adventure with added luxury. Enjoy accommodations in carefully selected facilities, staying exclusively in double rooms, and benefit from more comfortable and premium transfers. If you are travelling solo and wish to have a private room, you can add that at check out for an extra cost (if available). If you are travelling as a couple/pair, a double room is guaranteed for you at no extra cost.

This is a WeRoad Collection trip

Experience the authentic WeRoad adventure with added luxury. Enjoy accommodations in carefully selected facilities, staying exclusively in double rooms, and benefit from more comfortable and premium transfers. If you are travelling solo and wish to have a private room, you can add that at check out for an extra cost (if available). If you are travelling as a couple/pair, a double room is guaranteed for you at no extra cost.

Examples of hotels where you will stay (hotel is specified on each day of the itinerary):4-5 star hotels in Cairo: Hyatt Regency West or similar3 nights on a cruise: Nile Premium Cruise or similarResort in Luxor: Sonesta St. George or similar

Exclusive Accommodation

Examples of hotels where you will stay (hotel is specified on each day of the itinerary):

  • 4-5 star hotels in Cairo: Hyatt Regency West or similar

  • 3 nights on a cruise: Nile Premium Cruise or similar

  • Resort in Luxor: Sonesta St. George or similar

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Itinerary

A trip to Egypt is a unique opportunity to retrace the footsteps of an ancient civilization that has fascinated - and continues to fascinate - people around the world. Divided in two by the mighty Nile River, Egypt is home to an incredible array of architectural wonders and friendly, charismatic people eager to show off everything their fascinating country has to offer.

On this trip we will start from the capital Cairo , a city full of energy and characterized by a landscape dominated by the majestic Pyramids of Giza . We will then fly south towards the great city of Aswan , the southern frontier of ancient Egypt, where the Nile is a spectacle of nature. We will visit the Temple of Isis and join a local Nubian family for dinner and dancing. We will set sail aboard our floating hotel for a three-night Nile cruise . We'll sail past the eastern desert and traditional palm-covered villages, stopping at Edfu , home to the best-preserved temple in all of Egypt, and the ruined city of Kom Ombo on the banks of the Nile. We will visit the Karnak Temple , dating back to 2,000 BC, and the Valley of the Kings, before reaching the final stop of our cruise: Luxor , considered by many to be the largest open-air museum on the planet. To conclude the trip we will fly back to Cairo for one last night in the capital where we can toast this wonderful adventure.

A map showing a travel itinerary in Egypt that starts and ends in Cairo, with a route going south and returning by plane.
A man with a WeRoad backpack walks across a desert towards a large step pyramid.

Check in: Our adventure begins in Cairo

Round trip flights are not included in the package, so you can choose from where and when you want to fly. This is to give you maximum freedom of choice!

Check into your hotel in Cairo and then we are ready to be dazzled by the sights and sounds of this wonderful city. Tonight is all about making friends and what better way to get to know our travel companions than gathering around the table to taste some local specialities?!

A person walks towards the Great Sphinx and a large pyramid across a sandy expanse of ancient ruins under a partly cloudy sky.

If you leave from Giza

We wake up to our first morning in Egypt knowing that we have a special day ahead of us and that by the end of this day we will have been able to tick a few items off our bucket list. We'll start with two of the most instantly recognizable landmarks on the planet: the Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza , the last remaining of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World . We've all seen photos and read books about them, but the majesty of these architectural wonders must be seen in person.

After spending time basking in their splendor and discussing, over lunch, how an ancient civilization was able to construct such majestic works, we will visit the Great Egyptian Museum . An expert guide will introduce us to the highlights of this unrivaled collection of antiquities , including King Tut's treasure, and help us understand Egypt's rich and fascinating history. In the evening, we can relax at the hotel or venture around the city.

An ancient stone temple with large columns and palm trees on the bank of a river under a blue sky with clouds.

From Cairo to Aswan

This morning we say goodbye to Cairo and take a flight to Aswan. Here is another temple that we simply cannot miss: the Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis , the marriage goddess of health and wisdom who is located on an island in the middle of the river. We board small speedboats to reach it and spend the afternoon admiring some of the most beautiful ancient engravings in Egypt. After taking a thousand photos, we return to the mainland and reach our hotel, where we can have dinner and rest in preparation for the busy day ahead of us tomorrow.

A woman in a red dress and straw hat walks towards a large ancient temple carved into a cliff with colossal seated statues.

Let's set sail!

After a busy few days, today is a day to slow down the pace a bit and we are free to enjoy the city of Aswan and its surroundings at our leisure. And this is great news since Aswan is not a place you can rush to! Here the Nile is spectacular , with small palm-fringed islands and black granite boulders dotting the river that flows into Lake Nasser. On the outskirts of the city, colorful Nubian villages stand against a desert backdrop and are the perfect place to see local life unfold. This is also our chance to take a dip in the Nile or, if we're feeling active, we can rent kayaks and explore the area under our own steam. Alternatively we can organize a visit to the times of Abu Simbel .

And as the afternoon draws to a close, we board our cruise ship, our home for the next 3 nights, where we will be able to enjoy a truly special sunset , cocktail in hand, by the pool.

A low-angle view of large stone columns with carved hieroglyphics inside an ancient temple, supporting a stone ceiling.

The temple of Edfu and Kom Ombo

After a tasty breakfast, it's up to us to decide how to spend the morning: we can relax or pay a visit to the Edfu Temple . Built between 237 and 257 BC, Edfu is far from modern, but it is one of Egypt's newest temples and is therefore beautifully preserved.

Back on board, we will enjoy lunch as we embark on the short sail to Kom Ombo . Perched picturesquely on the banks of the river, Kom Ombo is dedicated to the gods of protection and fertility and features two symmetrical temples split down the middle. Don't miss the recently discovered mummified crocodiles! In the late afternoon we return to the boat to continue sailing and enjoy dinner on board our ship.

A man stands in an ancient temple hall, looking up at the hieroglyphs carved into the massive stone columns.

Another dive into history

Even today the day is full of discoveries of ancient Egypt! This morning we get off the ship and visit Edfu, while in the afternoon we will set sail for our next destination : Karnak - one of Egypt's most famous temple complexes, parts of which date back to 2,000 BC. Here our local guide will show us its hidden corners and help us unlock its secrets. We then relax on board our boat, which has been our home for the last few days, to enjoy yet another sunset, made even more magical by the colors of Egypt.

A sunlit balcony with striped lounge furniture and a small table, offering a view of a wide river and distant green banks.

The Valley of the Kings

This morning, after breakfast, we head to the West Bank of the Nile to visit even more stunning relics of an ancient world. The Valley of the Kings has been a royal burial site since 2,100 BC and in total 63 magnificent royal tombs have been discovered. We will visit three of them and discover the funeral rites of the ancient Egyptians and the meaning of many paintings and hieroglyphics. From here we will stop to admire the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once flanked the entrance to the tomb of King Amenhotep, grandfather of Tutankhamun, as well as the temple of Egypt's most famous queen, Queen Hatshepsut, located in a spectacular natural setting.

Today we have to say goodbye to our floating hotel, but we have one more day to enjoy this beautiful corner of Egypt: Luxor , a city that is probably the most beautiful open-air museum in the world.

An outdoor terrace of a modern hotel at dusk, featuring illuminated seating areas, a bar, and palm trees.

We return to the capital

This morning we take a flight back to Cairo for our last full day in Egypt. It's up to us to decide how to spend it, but one place not to be missed is the Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar . As one of the oldest markets in the world , it is a feast for the senses and we can miss the sights, sounds and smells of this incredible place. We can sample some popular street food and learn how it's made as we wander through the incredible spice and gold markets, before stopping for tea at the iconic Feshawi Café.

If we have time, we can try to visit one of the other wonderful places in this huge city: Coptic Cairo with its suggestive churches and synagogues ; Garbage City whose residents are the city's waste collectors; or the exclusive Monastery of San Simone the Tanner. In any case, what we will do is spend our last evening sharing a wonderful farewell dinner with our new friends and reflecting on the adventure we just shared. Let's raise a glass and put a check next to Egypt on our bucket list!

Check-out and goodbyes

We have reached the end of our journey: we must say goodbye but with the promise of seeing each other again very soon, perhaps for another WeRoad trip !

What's included

  • 5 nights in a 5 star hotel

  • 3-night cruise along the Nile River

  • Entrance and visit to the Giza pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museums on day 2

  • Flight from Cairo to Aswan on day 3

  • Entrance and visit to the Abu Simbel temples on day 4

  • Medical and baggage insurance - (coverage limits by destination country/region - €10,000 Italy, €20,000 Europe, €30,000 World, €50,000 USA/Canada)

What's not included

Roundtrip flight to/from destination
  • Meals and drinks where not indicated
  • Tips

  • All the extras you will want to buy and be able to fit in your backpack :)
  • Anything not mentioned in the "What's included" section

Optional activities

Please see below extra optional activities that you can experience during your trip. Your Group Leader will be happy to assist with organizing these activities for the group. Availability may vary depending on location and group preferences. If pricing is not displayed below, those will be communicated by your Group Leader 2 weeks before departure.

Please note these activities are provided by third party suppliers and liability rests exclusively with these third party suppliers.

  • Kayak hire to explore the Nile in Assuan - approx. USD50

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Additional info

Learn more about accommodation, transport, and other useful travel information.
  • Transport

    Minivan with private driver, plane: the transfers will be comfortable so that you can enjoy the trip in total relaxation.

  • Entry requirements

    Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.

  • Passport

    Please note: you need to upload a copy of your passport into your MyWeRoad account at least 45 days before departure. If you book to depart within the next 45 days or less, you need to upload a copy of your passport immediately after you have made your booking.

    This information is essential to securing the booking of your trip and all the services included.

  • Physical commitment

    This itinerary has a LOW level of physical effort and the pace of the journey is considered relaxed. If foreseen, the trips are of short duration (maximum 3 hours); the excursions are accessible to everyone and do not require physical preparation. We will walk to explore the destination and structure changes are almost never expected.

  • Meeting and greetings

    This trip starts and ends in Cairo. On the first day of travel we will be there by 6pm, on the last day you can leave in the morning.

  • Local culture

    From 17th February to 19th March 2026 it will be Ramadan: this means that the trip may be subject to changes based on the opening hours of public places. The packed lunch will become our best friend and during the day we will be able to eat in private areas. Being a WeRoader also means respecting local traditions like this one, it will be an opportunity to get to know them even more closely!

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Why WeRoad

  • Small groups, on average 11 people

  • Move or change your trip for free up to 31 days before departure

  • Book with $ 0. Pay the $ 100 deposit only once the trip is confirmed

The Group Leaders

Our Group Leaders are chosen because they’re people just like you: passionate travelers who share the experience authentically, while having the skills to take care of the organisation, and help you get the most out of every moment of the trip.

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ArrivalCairo (CAI)
ReturnCairo (CAI)
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