Luxury Family tours

(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.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1	Arrive Cairo VIP airport assistance. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights
Day 2	Cairo & Pyramids Full-day private tour, including the Egyptian Museum and excursion to Pyramids of Giza. Evening sound and light show at the Pyramids
Day 3	Cairo – Aswan Private morning airport transfer and flight to Aswan. Private touring of temples and sights around Aswan. Embark on Nile River cruise for 3 nights
Day 4	Aswan – Kom Ombo – Edfu – Luxor Sail to Kom Ombo for private touring of Temple of Kom Ombo. Sail to Edfu to tour Temple of Horus (Edfu) and overnight
Day 5	Luxor Private touring of Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens, including the tombs of King Tut, Seti I and Queen Nefertari, as well as the Luxor and Karnak temples
Day 6	Luxor – Cairo Private airport transfer and flight to Cairo. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights. Dinner cruise on the Nile
Day 7	Cairo Full-day private city tour, including visit to Pharaonic Village
Day 8	Depart Cairo Private airport transfer

Hotels

Cairo:	Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza (first stay) The Nile Ritz-Carlton (second stay)
Nile River cruise:	Oberoi Philae or Sanctuary Sun Boat IV

Cost

$7,580	Per person (based on four travelers/two rooms)
$8,125	Per person (based on two travelers/double occupancy)

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

Booking Information

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.

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Family Tour of Egypt