Egypt: Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, the Nile & Sharm El Sheikh

 
Egypt: Cairo, Aswan, Nile River Cruise, Luxor and Sharm El Sheikh
Take an epic Adventures by Disney vacation to Egypt, where you'll marvel at the gilded treasures of King Tutankhamun and the Great Pyramid at Giza, explore the sprawling capital of Cairo, visit magnificent destinations along the Nile River and bask on the beaches at Sharm El Sheikh along the Red Sea. You'll be awed by the storied history of the people, places and cultures of this ancient country.
 

Guided Vacation Details

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  • Vacation Includes

    • Disney-trained Adventure Guides and knowledgeable local experts
    • Outstanding Accommodations as specified in the itinerary
    • Meals as specified in the itinerary
    • Daily activities and entertainment as specified in the itinerary
    • Admission fees to attractions and performances as specified in the itinerary
    • Porterage service
    • Transportation within your adventure
    • Transfers upon arrival and departure (excluding pre- or post-nights not booked through Adventures by Disney)
    • All gratuities except for Adventure Guides
    • Taxes, including airport departure taxes (where applicable)
    • Internal airfare when applicable
  • Trip Highlights

    • Pyramids at Giza: Stand in awe at the breathtaking pyramids in this complex that is home to the iconic Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx
    • Egyptian Museum with Egyptologist: Visit this spectacular museum preserving Egypt's rich history
    • Nile River Cruise: Set sail down the mighty Nile River on a 3-night cruise to iconic sights, including Luxor Temple and more
    • Snorkel in the Red Sea: Cruise on a private yacht to Ras Mohammed National Park where you'll snorkel among the marine life in Red Sea coral reefs
    • Papyrus-Making Demonstration & Hieroglyphics Workshop: Learn how the ancient Egyptians created paper from the papyrus plant, then write your name in hieroglyphics on a papyrus scroll
  • Itinerary

    Day 1: Arrive in Cairo

    Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, Adventures by Disney Guests will be escorted to a VIP lounge while your passports are processed and your luggage is reclaimed. You will then be taken to your waiting vehicles for transfer to the hotel, The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo.

    The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo
    Bask in the elegance that surrounds you in this luxury hotel that offers world-class services and amenities that are fit for a pharaoh. Pamper your senses with lavish, Cleopatra-inspired spa treatments, delicious meals at distinctive restaurants and an Olympic-sized swimming pool with deluxe cabanas. The well-appointed guest rooms offer outstanding views of the Nile River.

    Dinner On Your Own in Cairo
    Take in the beautiful décor and scenery while dining on a wonderful array of flavors from the Middle East and beyond at one of the hotel's renowned restaurants.
    • Meals Included: None
    • Accommodations: The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

    Day 2: Cairo

    Welcome Breakfast and Orientation at Hotel
    Greet your fellow Adventurers with a hearty "sabah alkhyr" (good morning) as you enjoy a delicious breakfast and an orientation with your Adventure Guides.

    Egyptian Museum with Egyptologist
    Tour this esteemed museum, dedicated to preserving the past 7,000 years of Egyptian history, with an Egyptologist who will give you insight to the museum's exhibits.

    Lunch at Al-Azhar Park
    Dine in a gorgeous oasis in the urban desert where you will find yourself surrounded by traditional Islamic landscapes ripe with a variety flora, intersecting waterways, sunken gardens and bold Islamic geometric design. The park, which was a gift from Agha Khan IV, an ancestor of Cairo's founders, is listed as one of the world's 60 great public spaces by the Project for Public Spaces.

    Old Cairo Tour with an Egyptologist
    Led by a local Egyptologist, this excursion will take you to to some of the most iconic and historic monuments in the city. Highlights of this fascinating tour include:
    • The Saladin Citadel of Cairo: a medieval fortification located near the center of Cairo which contains 3 main mosques. Also known as the Cairo Citadel, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali: located atop the summit of the citadel, this Ottoman mosque was built between 1830 – 1848 in honor of the memory of Tsun Pasha, the eldest son of Egypt's then-ruler, Muhammad Ali
    Welcome Dinner at Hotel with Local Entertainment
    Share stories from your day with your fellow adventurers as you enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel. You'll also be immersed in the culture as you enjoy Egyptian music performed by a local trio.

    PLEASE NOTE: Activities on Days 2 & 3 are subject to change and/or re-ordering based on availability.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

    Day 3: Cairo

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel with your fellow Adventurers before departing for your adventure-filled day in Cairo.

    Visit to Khan el-Khalili Market
    No trip to Cairo is complete without a visit to Khan el-Khalili, a major souk, or marketplace, that was established in the 14th century. This Old Cairo landmark has beautiful examples of medieval Islamic architecture. Aside from the myriad of merchandise—from silverware to gold artifacts to ancient pharaonic souvenirs and so much more—you'll find a bevy of old cafés, one of which dates back to 1797.

    Lunch at Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant in Old Cairo
    Soak up the atmosphere at this restaurant located amid the Khan al-Khalili bazaar. Named after Egypt's most celebrated novelist, the restaurant serves a selection of traditional Egyptian dishes.

    VIP Access at the Great Sphinx of Giza
    Among the world's largest sculptures, this mythical part-human, part-lion creature was carved from a single piece of limestone and measures 240 feet (73 meters) long and 66 feet (20 meters) high. Guests will have VIP access, which offers a private, uncrowded opportunity to see the Sphinx that is typically only available to visiting dignitaries.

    After-Hours Tour of the Great Pyramid
    Stand in awe as you take in the Great Pyramid of Giza, the oldest and largest of the 3 pyramids—as well as the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still in existence. This incredible after-hours access also includes an optional entrance to the Grand Gallery and King's Chamber.

    Dinner at Mena House Hotel
    Savor a tasty dinner at this luxury hotel that offers amazing views of the majestic pyramids.

    PLEASE NOTE: Activities on Days 2 & 3 are subject to change and/or re-ordering based on availability.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

    Day 4: Cairo, Aswan, Nile River

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel with your fellow Adventurers before departing for Aswan and Abu Simbel.

    Depart to Aswan
    Journey on a short flight from Cairo to Aswan.

    Lunch at Old Cataract Hotel
    Dine in true Nile style on the edge of the Nubian Desert at this luxury hotel wrapped in a 19th-century Victorian palace.

    Transfer to M/S Tamr Henna
    Check in to the M/S Tamr Henna, the ship you will be cruising along the Nile River—and your home for the next 3 nights. Cruise the Nile in style as you enjoy luxurious accommodation, 2 dining venues and 2 bars, a sundeck swimming pool and fully equipped fitness and wellness facilities.

    Felucca Sailing on Nile River
    Board a felucca—a traditional wooden sailing boat used in the protected waters of the Red Sea and eastern Mediterranean—and set sail for Elephantine Island where you'll sail to the first cataract, a shallow length of the Nile River where a series of massive, elephant-shaped boulders jut out of the riverbed.

    Dinner On Board the Ship
    Join your fellow Adventurers for your first meal aboard the M/S Tamr Henna.

    Nubian Folkloric Show
    Immerse yourself in local cultures with a performance by a Nubian Folkloric group.

    Temple of Isis at Philae Visit with Egyptologist
    Join a local Egyptologist on a guided tour of the Temple of Isis at Philae, located on a small island and reached via motorboat, which honors the goddess Isis, an important figure who was known as the giver of life.

    PLEASE NOTE: Activities on Days 4, 5 & 6 are subject to change and/or re-ordering based on availability and internal flight schedules.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: M/S Tamr Henna

    Day 5: Nile River

    Breakfast on the Ship
    Have a hearty breakfast to get energized for the adventure-filled day ahead.

    Depart to Abu Simbel
    Journey on a short flight from Aswan to Abu Simbel.

    Abu Simbel Temples Tour
    Tour these massive, iconic rock temples located on Lake Nasser near a Nubian village in Upper Egypt. The temple complex, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Nubian Monuments," contains twin temples carved out of the mountainside in the 13th century BC. The temples were created as monuments to the Pharaoh Ramesses II and his queen, Nefertari, as a commemoration of his victory at the Battle of Kadesh.

    BBQ Buffet Lunch on the Ship
    Have a delicious BBQ lunch aboard the ship with your fellow Adventurers.

    Temple of Kom Ombo Visit with an Egyptologist
    Discover the Temple of Kom Ombo, built between 180 – 47 BC and was unique due to its "double" design that featured rooms, courts, halls and sanctuaries for 2 gods. The northern half of the temple was dedicated to Horus, the falcon god, while the southern half was dedicated to the crocodile god, Sobek.

    Dinner on the Ship
    Relax and enjoy a delicious meal aboard the M/S Tamr Henna and share tales of your adventure-filled day.

    PLEASE NOTE: Activities on Days 4, 5 & 6 are subject to change and/or re-ordering based on availability and internal flight schedules.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: M/S Tamr Henna

    Day 6: Nile River

    Breakfast on the Ship
    Start the day with a tasty breakfast before you begin your day of adventures along the Nile River.

    Scenic Cruise on the Nile
    Enjoy a leisurely morning cruising along the Nile, taking in the sights and sounds of the riverbanks from the ship's sun deck.

    Lunch on the Ship
    Enjoy a tasty lunch on board the ship before heading out for the afternoon.

    Karnak Temple with an Egyptologist
    Walk through the world's largest ancient religious site with an Egyptologist who will share stories of the decaying temples, massive pillars, avenues of sphinxes and towering 97-foot tall obelisk that makes up the Karnak Temple Complex.

    Papyrus-Making Demonstration & Hieroglyphics Workshop
    Visit a local papyrus gallery to learn how Ancient Egyptians created paper from the papyrus plant, then try your hand at painting your own name in hieroglyphics on an authentic scroll of papyrus paper.

    Dinner on the Ship
    Sit down for a delightful dinner with your family and fellow Adventurers.

    After-Hours Tour of Luxor Temple
    Experience a private, uncrowded tour of this magnificent temple, which includes a truly magical view of the temple lights at night. Unlike many other temples, Luxor Temple is not dedicated to a cult god or a king, but rather it is dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship, and it may have been the site where many of Egypt's kings were crowned.

    PLEASE NOTE: Activities on Days 4, 5 & 6 are subject to change and/or re-ordering based on availability and internal flight schedules.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: M/S Tamr Henna

    Day 7: Nile River and Sharm El Sheikh

    Breakfast on the Ship
    Prepare for the day's adventures with a hearty breakfast before saying farewell to the the M/S Tamr Henna.

    Valley of the Kings with an Egyptologist
    Continue your exploration of archaeological wonders with a visit to the Valley of the Kings. The Egyptologist will guide you through the massive landscape that contains 63 known tombs of royalty and privileged nobles, as well as 4 Pharaohs—including King Tutankhamun.

    Lunch at the Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
    Enjoy the relaxed, contemporary atmosphere of Rosetta at the Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa as you sit down for a sumptuous meal of Egyptian specialties amid the intimate setting inspired by the Rosetta Stone.

    Depart for Sharm El Sheikh
    Take off on a flight to continue your adventure in Sharm El Sheikh.

    Dinner with Group
    Relax and enjoy dinner with your fellow Adventurers.

    Check-In at Coral Sea Imperial Sensatori Resort Sharm El Sheikh & Welcome Reception
    Arrive at the magnificent Coral Sea Imperial Sensatori Resort Sharm El Sheikh—your home for the next 3 nights. This world-class resort has an amazing array of amenities, action-packed activities for all ages, stunning pools, and a luxurious spa. Located on the shore of the Red Sea, the resort's stretch of beach overlooks the Ras Mohammad National Park. There is also a diverse selection of dining options to please all palates.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: Coral Sea Sensatori Resort

    Day 8: Sharm El Sheikh

    Breakfast at the Resort
    Enjoy a leisurely breakfast amid the beauty of the fabulous resort before beginning your day of adventure and relaxation.

    Private Yacht to Red Sea: Snorkeling the Coral Reefs
    Board a private yacht and cruise to the southern end of the Sinai Peninsula where you'll anchor amid the beautiful scenic surroundings. Dive into the pristine waters for a safely-guided snorkeling experience that will introduce you to myriad species of tropical fish and expanses of colorful corals.

    Lunch on the Boat
    Take a break from the water to relax and dive into a delicious meal—before heading into the water for more of your snorkeling adventure.

    On Your Own Time at the Resort
    Upon your return from snorkeling the reefs, spend the afternoon immersed in resort activities, or just relaxing by the pool.

    At Leisure Dine Around Experience
    Choose from one of the restaurants located at the Coral Sea Sensatori Resort, which offer an array of international flavors to satisfy every palate.

    PLEASE NOTE: Activities on Days 8 & 9 are subject to change and/or re-ordering based on availability.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: Coral Sea Sensatori Resort

    Day 9: Sharm El Sheikh

    Breakfast at the Resort
    Start your day with a relaxing breakfast at the resort.

    On Your Own at the Resort
    Strike a pose in a yoga class, jump into a game of volleyball on the beach, get in a workout at the fitness center or just grab a lounger and settle in for a morning of poolside relaxation. You'll find an activity for every member of your family to enjoy!

    Lunch at the Resort
    Dine at Fountain View, the resort's main dining room featuring an international buffet and 4 action stations.

    Sharm el-Sheikh Walking Tour (OPTIONAL)
    Stroll amongst the stalls on a fun and informative walking tours of the renowned market and the Old City.

    Private Beachside Bedouin-Themed Dinner & Beach Party
    Pay tribute to the local Bedouin nomads who call the Middle Eastern deserts home and are famous for their hospitality. Dine on the beach and enjoy the warm ambience of a magical seaside setting and a sky full of stars.

    PLEASE NOTE: Activities on Days 8 & 9 are subject to change and/or re-ordering based on availability.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: Coral Sea Sensatori Resort

    Day 10: Sharm El Sheikh

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Sit down for a final breakfast in Egypt with your fellow Adventurers before you set off on your journey home.

    Transfer to Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
    Take a flight any time of day from Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) for your return flight home. Say ma'a salama to Egypt—until you return again!
    • Meals Included: Breakfast
 

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