TOUR 5 - Ancient Wonders of Egypt & the Nile and Athens
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Overview
About This Tour
Discover our Ancient Wonders of Egypt & the Nile tour – now with Athens, Greece added to the experience. From Pharaohs to the Parthenon this best-selling journey from our classical Egypt collection just got even better for travelers looking to explore two ancient legends: Egypt and Athens. On this trip, you’ll discover two incredible civilizations in one seamless adventure. From the timeless landscapes of Egypt to the historic streets of Athens, this unforgettable tour blends iconic sites with rich culture. You’ll visit Egypt’s legendary landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Memphis, Sakkara, and the stunning new Grand Egyptian Museum. Cruise the Nile in comfort while exploring ancient temples in Luxor, Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan – each steeped in thousands of years of history. After your journey through Egypt, you’ll head to Athens- the cradle of Western civilization- where you’ll explore must-see sites like the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum, and Ancient Corinth. Whether you’re standing in the shadow of the pyramids or admiring the Parthenon, this journey is packed with discovery, wonder, and unforgettable memories.
What’s Unique About This Tour
- Each group stays at the same hotel, which means less time traveling & more time touring!
- Our excellent hotels offer an amazing array of amenities and elegance.
- Enjoying a delicious breakfast and dinner every day!
- Visit the Pyramids, the new Grand Egyptian Museum, and Luxor.
- We provide life-changing tour experiences at the most affordable rate.
- 3-Night Nile Cruise
- This tour is designed and exclusively offered by America Egypt Tours.
- Our licensed guides are the most experienced in the industry.
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 - Tuesday
U.S. Departure
DEPART FROM THE U.S.
- Our journey begins today as we depart LAX International Airport on our way to Cairo Egypt, home of the Great Sphinx of Giza and Pyramids. Sit back relax and enjoy your flight. Get some rest…tomorrow you will be walking through Bible history!
Accommodation: On Board
Day 2
Day 3
Day 3 - Thursday
MEMPHIS AND SAKKARA
- After breakfast, we will meet your Egyptologist tour guide and start our Ancient Egypt exploration. We will depart in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle toward ancient Memphis, located south of Cairo.
- Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt’s Old Kingdom was founded around 3100 B.C. Visit the open-air museum featuring the colossal statue of Ramesses II, lying on its back in impressive preservation and the Alabaster Sphinx, smaller but beautifully crafted.
- A short drive through the countryside will bring us to the vast necropolis of Sakkara. Here we will explore the Step Pyramid of Zoser. This pyramid was built around 2686 B.C for Pharaoh Djoser and it is the oldest pyramid in the world. It is also considered the earliest large-scale stone structure in history.
- We will return to our hotel for dinner.
- Activity Level: 3 to 4 miles of walking per day – might involve uneven surfaces such as cobblestones, stairs, unpaved walkways
Day 4
Day 4 - Friday
Cruise
- After breakfast transfer to the Cairo airport and fly to Luxor. You can store your luggage at the Cairo hotel storage rooms before departing to Luxor for your 3 nights Nile Cruise.
- You will be met at the Luxor Airport and transfer to the cruise:
- Embarkation before lunch 12:30
- Lunch on board 12:30
- Felucca Ride 15:00
- Captain’s Welcome Cocktail 19:30
- Dinner on board 20:00
- Nubian Folkloric Show 21:30
Day 5
Day 5 - Saturday
Cruise
- Wake-up call 06:30
- Breakfast on board 06:30
- Visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries and the Temple of Philae 07:30
- Lunch on board 13:00
- Sail to Kom Ombo 13:30
- Afternoon Tea 17:00
- Visit Temple shared by two gods Sobek and Haeroris in Komombo 17:30
- Sail to Edfu 19:00
- Dinner on board 20:00
- Galabeya party 21:30
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on Board
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- Accommodation: Sonesta Cruise Ship
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Activity Level: 2 to 2.5 miles of walking per day – might involve uneven surfaces such as cobblestones, stairs, unpaved walkways
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Day 6
Day 6 - Sunday
Cruise
- Wake-up call 06:00
- Visit Horus Temple in Edfu 06:30
- Sail to Luxor 08:15
- Breakfast on board 08:30
- Lunch on board 13:30
- Whirling Dervish & Belly Dance Show 20:00
- Dinner on board 20:30
- Enjoy music in the lounge 22:00
- Accommodation: Sonesta Cruise Ship
- Activity Level: 1.5 to 2 miles of walking per day – might involve uneven surfaces such as cobblestones, stairs, unpaved walkways
Day 7
Day 7 - Monday
- Wake-up Call 06:00
- Breakfast on board 07:00
- Disembarkation 08:00
- Visit the West Bank (Valley of kings & Queens, Hatshepsut) 08:00
- Visit Karnak & Luxor Temples 14:30
- Flight back to Cairo and transfer to the hotel for dinner.
Flight to Cairo
Day 8
Day 8 - Tuesday
PYRAMIDS / SPHINX / ENTER INSIDE THE GREAT PYRAMID / CAMEL RIDE / NEW GRAND EGYPTIAN MUSEUM
- After breakfast, we begin our journey at the iconic Giza Plateau to see the legendary Pyramids of Giza. We’ll explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu—the oldest and largest of the three, and the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World. Inside, we’ll walk through ancient passageways leading to the Grand Gallery, Queen’s Chamber, and King’s Chamber, experiencing the ingenuity of ancient Egyptian engineering.
- Next, we visit the Great Sphinx, a colossal limestone statue with a lion’s body and Pharaoh’s face, believed to represent Khafre. Standing for over 4,500 years, it remains one of Egypt’s most mysterious and enduring symbols.
- Discover the greatest collection of Pharaonic treasures in the world at the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum. Visit the world’s only Hanging Obelisk, a dramatic introduction to Egypt’s grandeur. Explore the Grand Hall and ascend the Grand Staircase Gallery, lined with over 60 significant artifacts.
- In the Main Galleries, spanning twelve halls, trace Egypt’s history from prehistoric times to the Roman era. Discover highlights like Tutankhamun’s gold mask, a colossal statue of Amenhotep III and Queen Tiye, the grave mask of Amenemope, and a figurine of Pharaoh Khufu—an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s greatest civilizations.
- Dinner and Overnight at Cairo hotel.
- Activity Level: 3 to 4 miles of walking per day – might involve uneven surfaces such as cobblestones, stairs, unpaved walkways
- OPTIONAL:
Optional Dinner on the Nile with show ($60 pp including transfers) can be arranged with your tour guide upon your arrival in Egypt.
Day 9
Day 9 - Wednesday
Extra Night Cairo or Depart for Athens
SPEND YOUR FREE DAY IN CAIRO OR DEPART FOR ATHENS
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After breakfast you can either take one of our Optional Egypt day tours or head for Athens and spend your free day in Athens
- Meals: Breakfast and Dinner (or on Board)
- *$100 per passenger supplement to stay in an Athens, Greece hotel this night instead of Cairo – based on availability
Day 10
Day 10 - Thursday
Arrive in Athens or Free Day in Athens
- If you decided to spend your free day in Athens, enjoy the scenery, beaches and history of this ancient city. For those who spent their extra night in Cairo, depart after breakfast for the Cairo airport and fly to Athens. Upon arrival in Athens international airport, you will be warmly greeted by our Airport representative and driver. You’ll be transferred to your Athens hotel, where you can settle in and relax for the day. Enjoy a leisurely evening to absorb the atmosphere of this ancient city before a welcoming dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Athens
- The rest of the day will be free to spend at leisure.
Day 11
Day 11 - Friday
Apostle Paul & The Four Letters in Corinth
ANCIENT CORINTH
- After early breakfast we will start our journey and drive to Ancient Corinth (Acts 18:1-18). The Bible mentions Corinth, Greece in several verses, including Acts 18, 1 Corinthians, and 2 Corinthians. We will take the coastal road along the Saronic Gulf to the Corinth Canal, which connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea.
- Afterward, travel to Corinth, a city where Paul spent a significant portion of his ministry. Walk through the ruins of ancient Corinth, including the Bema (judgment seat) where Paul stood before Gallio and preached to the people. Visit the museum, which houses artifacts from this pivotal location in early Christian history. View the ruins of the 5th century basilica at the ancient port Cenchrea (Acts 18:18), this is the port from which Paul sailed. We head back to Athens and arrive at our hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 12
Day 12 - Saturday
Athens – Athens City Tour / Parthenon / Modern Athens / Acropolis Museum
ATHENS CITY TOUR / PARTHENON / MODERN ATHENS / ACROPOLIS MUSEUM
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After breakfast, we will start our touring at one of the most famous sites in Athens, the magnificent temple of the Acropolis of Athens, known as the Parthenon. Built between 447 and 432BCE, this is the picture-perfect spot in Athens. Paul preached in Athens, and at Mars Hill, you’ll reflect on his famous speech to the Athenians, where he spoke of the “Unknown God” and introduced the message of Christianity. We will have an overview of modern day Athens and we will visit the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Parliament House, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Panathenaic Stadium, Presidential Palace, the Academy, the University and the National Library. We will end the day at the Acropolis Museum before returning to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay (B,D).
From the scriptures – “Men of Athens, I perceive that in every way you are religious. For as I passed along and observed the objects of your worship, I found also an altar with this inscription ‘to an unknown God’. What therefore you worship as unknown, this I proclaim to you…” Acts 17:22-23
Includes
Included in your tour package:
Our Land travel packages include the following:
- 11 nights excellent accommodations:
- 4 or 5* nights Cairo, Steigenberger Pyramids or similar
- 3 night Sonesta Cruise Ship
- 3 or 4* nights Athens, Royal Olympic Hotel *
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner buffets in Cairo
- Breakfast lunch and dinner during 3 night Nile Cruise
- Breakfasts in Athens
- All entrance fees & attractions as per tour itinerary
- All private land touring as per itinerary
- All shore excursions as per itinerary
- Private transportation in deluxe air-conditioned coach
- All Airport transfers
- Porter fees at all hotels
- All land service and local taxes.
*Extra night in Cairo on Wednesday in included in price – there is $100 per passenger supplement to spend Wednesday night in Athens – based on availability
Not Included:
- International flights: please call us toll free at (877) 248-8687 to arrange your flights
- Roundtrip flights Cairo to Luxor / Aswan to Cairo for Nile Cruise – $365 per passenger
- Flight from Cairo to Athens
- Extra hotel night on Wednesday after
- $25 per person entry visa to Egypt – (for U.S Citizens – obtainable at the Cairo airport upon arrival)
- Tips to tour guide, bus driver and hotel staff ($xxx total tips per passenger)
- Lunches daily.
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended- please call us for travel insurance info
- Please note that the above visa and border taxes and fees apply for U.S citizens only. If you are not a U.S citizen, please check with your local consulate/embassy for visa requirements & fees. It is the responsibility of the traveler to confirm with the consulate of each country visited, about any necessary travel documentation and/or visas required to enter these countries. America Israel Tours will hold no responsibility for travelers from any country other than the U.S who fail to fulfill these requirements.
- Please note: Visas’ fees and border taxes are subject to change
- Trip Coverage / Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance package to protect your travel investment.
Journey Highlights:
- Marvel at the colossal statue of Ramesses II and the Alabaster Sphinx in ancient Memphis.
- Discover ancient Sakkara and the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s oldest stone pyramid.
- Visit the most important archaeological sites in Luxor and Aswan
- Stand before Tutankhamun’s legendary treasures and other significant Egyptian artifacts at the NEW Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
- Ride a camel near the Pyramids
- See the famous statue of the Sphinx
- Visit Corinth and the amazing Agora Museum
- Climb to the Acropolis and visit the Parthenon in Athens
- See the sites of modern Athens such as the Panathenian Stadium, the National Library, and the Acropolis Museum
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Hotels
America Egypt Tours ensures a comfortable and memorable Egypt experience by offering accommodations at top-tier hotels with exceptional amenities and central locations. In the rare case of overbooking, we offer alternative accommodations of equal or higher quality. With America Egypt Tours, you can expect a luxurious stay that complements your once in a lifetime journey.