Egypt Honeymoon Itinerary: Cairo, Nile Cruise, Sharm El Sheikh

After a delicious breakfast, your private guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You'll also visit the iconic Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Following an authentic Egyptian lunch, you'll head over to the New Grand Egyptian Museum, also known as the Giza Museum. This newest landmark, just two kilometres from the Giza Pyramids, is one of the world’s largest and most advanced archaeological museums. It houses over 100,000 artefacts spanning 5,000 years, including the complete Tutankhamun collection, displayed together for the first time, and combines modern design, interactive exhibits, and stunning views of the Giza Plateau. Return to your hotel for the night.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before traveling in a private deluxe vehicle to the Pharaonic Village. Here, you'll experience a unique, celebratory wedding ceremony performed in a Pharaonic style. Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed by a traditional Zaffa celebration—a local band accompanied by a folkloric show with oriental drum and flute music. You'll also have time to explore the Pharaonic Village and immerse yourselves in the atmosphere of ancient Egyptian life before returning to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast

Visits: Pharaonic Village for a Wedding Zaffa Celebration

Today, you leave Cairo and fly to the shining city of Luxor. Your tour manager will meet you early at your hotel and accompany you to Cairo Airport. Upon landing in Luxor, you'll be whisked away to board your luxurious Nile cruise, the Salacia. After enjoying a delicious lunch on board, you'll head out for your first stop in Upper Egypt: visiting the famous Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank. Return to your cruise for a warm, hand-crafted dinner.

Overnight aboard your cruise in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple.

Enjoy your first breakfast on board surrounded by the calm waters of the Nile. Afterward, head out to explore Luxor's West Bank. You will visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal cemetery for 62 Pharaohs, followed by the impressive Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari. Finish the visits by marveling at the towering Colossi of Memnon. Returning to your cruise, you'll start sailing to Edfu while enjoying a delicious lunch. Relax the rest of the day as you sail, enjoying afternoon tea and the cruise facilities. End the day with an appetizing dinner.

Overnight aboard your cruise in Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visits: Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon.

Enjoy breakfast on board as you sail. Upon arrival in Edfu, you'll visit the best-preserved temple of the Greco-Roman era, the Temple of Horus. Experience a magnificent horse-drawn carriage ride to and from the temple, giving you a glimpse of Upper Egypt’s slow-paced, rural life. Afterward, the ship sails to Kom Ombo. You'll walk among the locals to the unusual Kom Ombo Temple, known for its two identical entrances and sanctuaries. Head back to your cruise for an appetizing lunch while sailing to Aswan. End the day with a warm, delicious dinner surrounded by the serene Nile water.

Overnight aboard your cruise in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visits: Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo Temple

Enjoy yet another delicious breakfast on board as you sail into the colorful city of Aswan. Upon arrival, you'll start your sightseeing with a visit to the massive Unfinished Obelisk, still resting in the stone quarries. After, you will visit the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddesses Isis and Hathor. You'll head back to your cruise for an appetizing dinner in the middle of the Nile.

Overnight aboard your cruise in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visits: Unfinished Obelisk, Temple of Philae

Enjoy your last scrumptious breakfast on board. After breakfast, you will disembark your cruise and be transferred to Aswan Airport for your flight to Sharm El Sheikh on the Red Sea. Upon arrival at Sharm El Sheikh Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Sharm El Sheikh.

Meals: Breakfast

This is a free day in Sharm El Sheikh. You have the option to join a tour to Ras Mohamed National Park, one of the world's best locations for snorkeling and diving. You can explore unique spots, spend the day swimming and relaxing on the boat, and enjoy an open buffet lunch on board.

Overnight stay in Sharm El Sheikh.

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy another free day in Sharm El Sheikh. You have the option to join a tour to the majestic Colored Canyon, one of the natural wonders of the Sinai. Take a walk through the dramatic sandstone walls streaked with vibrant colors, where the canyon walls reach up to 40 meters high.

Overnight stay in Sharm El Sheikh.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, you will be transferred to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for your flight back to Cairo.

Overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure.

Meals: Breakfast