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.

Starting at: $5,495 * Includes airfare, taxes & all fees Make a Reservation Ask Us A Question or Call 855-330-1542
The grand Hypostyle Hall at the Temple of Karnak, Luxor
Smithsonian Journeys travelers at 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
Alley in Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, Cairo
The great Temple of Ramses II at Abu Simbel
Panoramic view of Abu Simbel
The Temple of Philae, near Aswan
Architectural detail, Temple of Philae, near Aswan
Traditional felucca on the Nile
Temple of Kom Ombo
The gods Horus and Sobek, Kom Ombo
Detail seen at Kom Ombo, along the Nile
Deity at the Temple of Horus at Edfu
Temple of Horus at Edfu
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
Traveler exploring a temple in Egypt
The Pyramids of Giza
Obelisk at the Temple of Karnak, Luxor
Avenue of Sphinxes, Luxor
Evening at the Temple of Luxor
The Great Pyramids of Giza

Ancient Egypt and the Nile

Featuring Abu Simbel

14 days from $5,495 | 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.

or Call 855-330-1542

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I dreamed for so long of visiting Egypt. When I went with Smithsonian, it was everything I ever imagined. Literally a dream come true. Thanks you for such a magical, wonderful experience! 

- Elizabeth, S.

The trip to Egypt is a chance of a lifetime. The sites are amazing. I always felt safe. Our tour director was wonderful…

- Sara J.

I hadn’t realized the major role ancient Egypt played in world history. This trip was a fascinating - even magical - experience.

- Jane F.

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