Your Gods of Egypt tour begins with a visit to the enigmatic Sphinx and the three greatest pyramids in Egypt. At 500 feet high and 750 feet wide at its base the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) is a breath taking man-made structure, built from enormous stone blocks with a white limestone covering. Over the years, the limestone covering has been stripped away to expose the inner block structure. Along with the smaller pyramids of Khafre (Chephern) and Menkaure (Mycerinus), the inspiring sight of these huge structures looming out of the desert is an unforgettable site. You will have a chance to climb inside the pyramids if you wish, but you're on your own, as your guide cannot accompany you (a limited number of tickets are available for the Great Pyramid). After the Pyramids we then head into downtown Cairo to explore the sprawling Egyptian Museum. The museum is home to the famous Tutankhamun exhibit and a huge number of other ancient Egyptian artefacts. One of our experienced local Egyptologist guides will be with you on this tour, and all of your other sightseeing tours. You'll discover our amazing guides have a wealth of knowledge and full are of enthusiasm about Egyptian history, and their country in general. In the evening we transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Aswan, where we are met and transferred to our hotel overlooking the Nile.

We awake this morning to see one of the most beautiful stretches of the Nile in Egypt in front of us. The river here is dotted with islands and felucca sailing boats and Aswan itself is an intriguing mixture of African and Middle Eastern cultures which can be easily seen by strolling through the bustling markets. You have some free time this morning to explore, walk along the Corniche on the banks of the river, or take a trip to the Nubian Museum, which has a collection of artefacts from the Nubian people. We check out of our hotel and onto our Nile Cruise boat for lunch before our organised sightseeing in Aswan starts in the afternoon with a tour to the Temple of Philae. This beautiful island temple is dedicated to Isis and was saved from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. It can only be reached by a scenic boat ride. The rest of the day is free though an option is also available to take a camel ride through the sands on the far bank of the Nile to St. Simeon's monastery.
There is also an early morning optional visit to the UNESCO world heritage site of Abu Simbel, built by Ramses II. This is an amazing site that was completely dismantled and rebuilt when Lake Nasser was flooded.

We spend the day today sailing down the Nile, enjoying our time relaxing on the sun deck and and watching rural Egyptian life pass us by. Our first stop is at the beautifully situated riverside temple at Komombo. This somewhat unusually styled temple is in fact a double temple, with one side being consecrated to Sobek, the crocobile good and the second dedicated to Horus - the falcon-headed Sky God. We then continue sailing on to the Temple of Horus at Edfu. We overnight here.

This morning we explore the Temple of Horus, the best preserved temple in the whole of Egypt, it has many inscriptions in the Coptic language and is adorned with paintings. We then sail onwards, passing through the lock on the Nile at Esna, before arriving in Luxor. Luxor is built on and around the ancient site of Thebes, and has the greatest concentration of ancient ruins in the Nile Valley, if not the world. To the west, across the Nile, lies the City of the Dead, with its mortuary temples and rock carved tombs, and to the east stand the Temples of Luxor and Karnak.

In the evening we'll take a walking tour of the smaller Luxor Temple, which is in the centre of town and is colourfully lit up by night.

We cross the Nile early this morning to begin our tour of Luxor’s West Bank. Home to the Valley of the Kings, the dusty tombs in this ancient burial site are still revealing their secrets today and so it remains one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. Our tour includes several of these Pharaonic tombs, as well as the temples of Queen Hatchepsut and Medinat Habu, and the huge Colossi of Memnon.

A spectacular hot air balloon flight over the west bank of the Nile is available this morning (expect an early start to catch sunrise as the balloon rises).

After lunch we'll tour the huge temple complex at Karnak , once the religious centre of Thebes and Upper Egypt. It was linked to Luxor by an extensive avenue, lined with sphinxes, and the whole complex was in turn linked to the Nile via a canal through which moved the sacred boats of the god Amun. Entering through a smaller sphinx-lined avenue, built by Ramesses II, you come to the immense pylon entrance. Inside the huge Courtyard are three chapels dedicated to the gods Amun, Khous and Mut. The remarkable Hypostyle Hall has 134 towering columns, each carved with scenes of gods and pharaohs, and hieroglyphic inscriptions adorn the walls.

We’ll then leave the Nile Valley and drive to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada where we check into a 5-star resort. Your stay here is on a 'soft all inclusive' basis, with all meals, soft drinks and snacks included but not alcoholic beverages.

Today is free to relax and enjoy your time by the Red Sea. The Hurghada and Makadi  Bay area is an excellent place for scuba diving and snorkelling and the varied Red Sea marine life here attracts divers the world over. Other activities available include quad biking, wind surfing, camel rides, kite surfing, sea fishing trips and glass bottomed submarines. Our local rep in Hurghada is always on hand to help arrange any optional excursions. Hurghada also has an interesting marina and old town just waiting to be explored. We can also book extra nights in the resort in Hurghada/Makadi Bay if you wish to extend your stay - please contact us for details and prices.

We fly back to Cairo this morning and you then have some free time to explore Cairo as you choose or subject to the flight timings you may take an optional tour. These include a city tour in Cairo which visits Coptic Cairo, the Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque, or a half day tour to Saqqara, Dashour and Memphis to learn more about the history and evolution of pyramid building. Other full day options further afield include a visit to the colonnial city of Alexandria on the Mediterranean, or a trip into the desert outside Cairo to see the World Heritage Site of the Valley of the Whales at Wadi Rayan.

In the late afternoon we take a guided walk through the back streets and bazaars in central Cairo. We'll walk through the huge Bab al-Futuh gateway and explore streets dedicated to metalwork, spices, pottery, fabric, jewelery and anything else you can imagine as we gradually enter the more touristy Khan-el-Khalili bazaar. We'll have time for a break to try some tea and a shisha pipe and perhaps enjoy an early dinner of Egypt's unofficial national dish, Kushari before returning to our hotel.

Your time is free today for some last minute sightseeing or shopping until we transfer you to the airport for your departure flight. If you have an evening flight departure, then the Cairo City Tour and Saqqara, Dashour & Memphis tours are also available today. Alternatively you can add extra nights to your time in Cairo which would allow you to take a day trip to the colonial city of Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast.

Upon your arrival at Cairo airport, we will greet you and assist with visa procedures and baggage claim, before transferring you to your hotel. Our representative will ensure you're settled in, and the remainder of the day will be at your leisure. Should your flight arrive earlier than expected, you might consider a first glimpse of the pyramids with an enchanting sound and light show, or perhaps enjoy a Nile dinner cruise and show in central Cairo.

Your journey through the Gods of Egypt starts with a visit to the mysterious Sphinx and the three most iconic pyramids in Egypt. Towering at 500 feet and stretching 750 feet wide at its base, the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops) is a remarkable feat of engineering, constructed from massive stone blocks and originally covered in white limestone. Over time, much of the limestone casing has been removed, revealing the inner stone structure. Together with the smaller pyramids of Khafre (Chephren) and Menkaure (Mycerinus), the awe-inspiring sight of these colossal structures emerging from the desert is unforgettable. You’ll have the opportunity to enter the pyramids if you wish, but please note that your guide cannot accompany you inside (tickets for the Great Pyramid are limited). Following the pyramids, we continue into central Cairo to visit the vast Egyptian Museum, which houses the renowned Tutankhamun exhibit, along with a vast collection of other ancient Egyptian artefacts. A knowledgeable local Egyptologist guide will accompany you throughout the tour, as well as on all other sightseeing excursions. You’ll soon realise that our guides possess an immense passion for Egypt’s history and a deep love for their country. In the evening, we transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Aswan, where we will be met and transferred to our hotel, offering stunning views over the Nile.

We rise this morning to witness one of the most stunning stretches of the Nile in Egypt. The river here is adorned with islands and traditional felucca boats, while Aswan itself presents a fascinating blend of African and Middle Eastern influences, evident as you wander through the lively markets. You have some leisure time this morning to explore, take a stroll along the Corniche by the river, or visit the Nubian Museum, which houses a remarkable collection of artefacts from the Nubian people. After checking out of our hotel, we board our Nile Cruise boat for lunch, followed by an afternoon tour of Aswan. Our first stop is the Temple of Philae. This captivating island temple, dedicated to Isis, was rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser and can only be accessed via a scenic boat ride. The rest of the day is free for exploration, though there is also the option to take a camel ride across the sands on the far side of the Nile to visit St. Simeon’s monastery.

An optional early morning visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Abu Simbel is also available. Built by Ramses II, this awe-inspiring site was fully dismantled and reconstructed when Lake Nasser was flooded.

Today, we embark on a scenic sail down the Nile, unwinding on the sun deck while taking in the serene views of rural Egyptian life unfolding around us. Our first destination is the stunningly located riverside temple at Komombo. This uniquely designed temple is actually a double temple, with one half dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and the other to Horus, the falcon-headed god of the sky. We then continue our journey downstream to the Temple of Horus at Edfu. We will stay overnight here.

This morning, we visit the Temple of Horus, renowned as the best-preserved temple in all of Egypt. It features numerous inscriptions in the Coptic language and is decorated with vibrant paintings. We then continue our journey, passing through the Esna lock on the Nile, before reaching Luxor. Luxor is located on and around the ancient city of Thebes and boasts the highest concentration of ancient ruins in the Nile Valley, if not the entire world. To the west, across the river, is the City of the Dead, with its mortuary temples and rock-hewn tombs, while to the east stand the impressive Temples of Luxor and Karnak.

In the evening, we’ll embark on a walking tour of the smaller Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the city, which is beautifully illuminated at night.

We begin our exploration of Luxor’s West Bank with a crossing of the Nile early this morning. This area, home to the Valley of the Kings, still uncovers secrets from the past through its ancient tombs, making it one of the world's most significant archaeological sites. Our visit will take us through several of these royal tombs, as well as the temples of Queen Hatshepsut and Medinat Habu, along with the imposing Colossi of Memnon.

A thrilling hot air balloon ride over the West Bank of the Nile is offered this morning (prepare for an early start to witness the sunrise as the balloon ascends).

Following lunch, we will explore the vast temple complex at Karnak, once the heart of religious life in Thebes and Upper Egypt. It was connected to Luxor by a grand avenue flanked by sphinxes, and the entire site was linked to the Nile by a canal that allowed the sacred boats of the god Amun to pass through. Entering via a smaller sphinx-lined avenue built by Ramesses II, we arrive at the colossal pylon entrance. Within the immense Courtyard are three chapels dedicated to the gods Amun, Khonsu, and Mut. The awe-inspiring Hypostyle Hall features 134 massive columns, each decorated with scenes of gods and pharaohs, and the walls are covered in intricate hieroglyphs.

Following a relaxed morning, we depart the Nile Valley and make our way to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada, where we check into a luxurious 5-star hotel. Your accommodation here is provided on a 'soft all-inclusive' basis, which covers all meals, soft drinks, and snacks, though alcoholic drinks are not included.

You have a free day today to unwind and enjoy your time by the Red Sea. Hurghada is renowned worldwide for its exceptional scuba diving and snorkelling, and the vibrant marine life of the Red Sea draws divers from across the globe. Additional thrilling activities on offer include windsurfing, kite surfing, glass-bottomed boat tours, quad biking, camel rides, and sea fishing excursions. Our local representative in Hurghada will be available to assist you with any arrangements. Hurghada also boasts a fascinating marina and an old town worth exploring.

If desired, we can arrange extra nights for you at the resort in Hurghada to extend your stay—please get in touch for further information and prices.

Note: Please be aware that by adding extra nights in Hurghada, you will depart from the group and miss the remaining activities in Cairo. You have the option to either conclude the tour in Hurghada or return to Cairo to complete your itinerary. Please contact us for more details and personalised pricing.

We journey back to Cairo this morning (approximately 5 hours) and check into a hotel in the city centre. An upgrade to an internal flight can also be arranged upon request. Later in the afternoon, we embark on a guided stroll through the narrow lanes and markets of Old Cairo. We'll pass through the grand Bab al-Futuh gateway and discover streets filled with metalwork, spices, pottery, fabric, jewellery, and much more, as we gradually make our way to the more tourist-oriented Khan-el-Khalili bazaar. There will be a chance to pause for some mint tea and a shisha pipe, offering a perfect opportunity to purchase a few final souvenirs from your Egyptian adventure.

You have some free time today for any last-minute sightseeing or shopping before being transferred to the airport for your departure flight. If your flight is in the afternoon or evening, a half-day tour of Coptic Cairo and the Citadel is available, or you may opt for another half-day tour to explore the history of pyramid construction at Saqqara, Dashour, and Memphis. Additional tours are also available today. Alternatively, you can extend your stay in Cairo, allowing you to take a day trip to the colonial city of Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast, or venture into the desert outside Cairo to visit the World Heritage Site of the Valley of the Whales at Wadi Rayan.