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(8 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Cairo & the Pyramids, luxury Nile River cruise
Egypt is a wonderful destination for families. It’s friendly and hospitable and has attractions that appeal to all ages. This private family tour of Egypt is ideal for a families wanting to experience the iconic highlights of the country in an educational, fun and immersive way. Artisans of Leisure travelers are escorted throughout Egypt by one of the country’s top private Egyptologist guides (including on the luxury Nile River cruise) and have their own private drivers in each location.
Begin in Cairo. Our amazing guides will bring Egypt’s fascinating history to life during private touring of the city’s cultural highlights. See mummies in the Egyptian Museum, learn about different types of foods and spices in fascinating markets, walk among the overflowing stalls in the lively Khan al-Khalili bazaar, and learn about Cairo’s history and culture at the Citadel, the Hanging Church and other important sites. One day, visit the Pharaonic Village, an educational theme park that recreates daily life in ancient Egypt and has a hands-on art center where children can learn various traditional handicrafts. One evening, enjoy a fun dinner cruise on the Nile. Another day, take a private excursion to the Pyramids of Giza, a world-renowned and UNESCO-listed burial complex that includes pyramids, tombs, temples, the Solar Boat and the Great Sphinx. Enjoy a camel ride by the Pyramids, and, in the evening, watch the sound and light show at the Pyramids. Depending on your family’s interests, we can arrange a variety of family-friendly activities around Cairo, such as a visit to a private home, a cooking class, and hands-on crafts lessons to learn to make papyrus or read a few ancient hieroglyphics. If desired, we can also arrange visits to Cairo’s top boutiques and reservations at the best restaurants in town.
Fly to Aswan, considered Egypt’s loveliest city. During private touring with your Egyptologist guide, learn about Nubian culture at a local Nubian village or the excellent Nubian Museum. Also see highlights such as the stunning Temple of Philae, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk.
Next, enjoy a three-night luxury Nile River cruise. Tour extraordinary sites such as the Temple of Philae and High Dam in Aswan, the Temple of Horus (Edfu) and the Temple of Kom Ombo. Around Luxor, visit Luxor Temple and the Karnak complex, Medinet Habu, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, including the tombs of King Tut and Ramses VI. We will also arrange access to the spectacular tombs of Seti I and Queen Nefertari. Upon request, arrangements can be made to tour monuments usually closed to the public or visit museums outside of opening hours. Throughout the cruise, Artisans of Leisure will arrange private shore excursions with your own private Egyptologist. If desired, we can arrange an early-morning hot-air balloon ride in Luxor or a side trip to the beautiful temples of Abu Simbel.
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The Artisans of Leisure Style of Travel:
- Private touring with your own personal guides and drivers
- Preferred rooms in the very best luxury hotels
- Firsthand, sophisticated destination knowledge and recommendations from our travel specialists
- Itineraries that are customized according to your interests and schedule
- Artisans of Leisure upgrades and amenities
- A seamless travel experience, including all logistics, skipping lines during touring whenever possible, restaurant and spa reservations, performance tickets, private airport transfers, internal transportation, VIP and fast-track airport assistance in many destinations
- Around-the-clock support in each destination during your trip
- Unique, insider travel experiences and access to the Artisans of Leisure network of experts around the world
All Artisans of Leisure tours are private and depart daily.
Please Contact Us for more information regarding the above tour, or to begin customizing your own itinerary.
