Delve into vibrant Cairo, encounter ancient wonders from the Great Pyramids to Abu Simbel, and sail to the temples of the Nile on a 3-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

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The grand Hypostyle Hall at the Temple of Karnak, Luxor

The enigmatic Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza

Funerary mask of Tutankhamen, Cairo's Museum of Egyptian Antiquities

The restored barge at the Solar Boat Museum, Cairo. Credit: Egyptian Tourism Bureau

The great Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel

Architectural detail, Temple of Philae, near Aswan

The tomb of Ramses II, Valley of the Kings. Credit: Egyptian Tourism Bureau

Wall decoration in tomb in the Valley of the Queens. Credit: Egyptian Tourism

Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Valley of the Queens

The Great Pyramids of Giza (All dates except October 31-November 23, 2024)

Ancient Egypt and the Nile

Featuring Abu Simbel

14 days from $6,697 | includes airfare, taxes and all fees

Delve into vibrant Cairo, encounter ancient wonders from the Great Pyramids to Abu Simbel, and sail to the temples of the Nile on a 3-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

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or Call 855-330-1542

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