Egypt Multi-Adventure Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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Luxury Hotels & Luxury Ship
Egypt Multi-Adventure Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
Luxury Hotels & Luxury Ship
2027: Oct-Dec 2028: Jan-Mar
From $13,399 - $13,899/person
Includes $900 internal air
Pyramids, Temples & Treasures from Cairo to Luxor & Aswan
There is simply no other place like Egypt, where thousands of years of history still rise from the desert in breathtaking scale.
Highlights
- At Giza’s iconic Great Pyramid and Sphinx, uncover 4,500 years of history alongside an expert Egyptologist
- Bike past royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, burial place of Egypt’s early rulers, including King Tutankhamun
- Kayak the legendary Nile past ancient temples, palm-lined shores and riverside villages shaped by millennia of life along the water
- Walk Luxor’s sacred Avenue of Sphinxes and fly to Abu Simbel to explore its massive rock-cut temples
- From Cairo to Aswan, travel like a pharaoh with opulent stays, exceptional Middle Eastern cuisine and a luxury cruise down the Nile
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Start/End Cairo
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Egypt’s most iconic wonders set the stage for an unrivaled adventure • At the Giza Plateau, marvel at the Great Pyramids and come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx • Thousands of years of history are brought to life by our expert guide • The spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum showcases one of the world’s greatest collections of ancient treasures • Dinner is in the shadow of the Great Pyramids.
Night 1
Luxury Hotel
A legendary 19th-century hotel at the foot of the Pyramids of Giza, surrounded by palm-studded gardens and offering spectacular pyramid views at sunset. (pool, spa)
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Day 2
Fly to Luxor, the ancient capital of Upper Egypt • Wander through the magnificent Karnak Temple • Soaring columns, sacred sanctuaries and towering obelisks tell nearly 2,000 years of history • Walk the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes • Visit the outstanding Luxor Museum, home to beautifully preserved treasures from Egypt’s past • Dine on decadent farm-to-table cuisine • Relax with an optional yoga class.
Night 2
Luxury Hotel
This secluded West Bank oasis, boasting hand-painted interiors, traditional Arabic architecture and tranquil courtyards centered around fountains and gardens of cacti, palm and mango trees, is reminiscent of a private desert palace. A Relais & Châteaux member. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. (pool, spa)
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Days 3-6
Bike and walk through fertile farmland, quiet villages and palm-lined roads on Luxor’s West Bank • Explore the magnificent Temple of Medinet Habu • Set sail aboard the elegant Nile Seray, your luxe floating home • The remarkably preserved royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens are a trip highlight • Visit the home of Howard Carter, the archaeologist who rediscovered King Tutankhamun’s tomb • Explore the colorful Tombs of the Nobles • Discover the grand temples of Horus at Edfu and Kom Ombo while sailing through timeless Nile landscapes • Meet local Nubian families on Elephantine Island • Enjoy immersive cultural experiences, from an Egyptian cooking class to a festive Galabeya celebration.
Nights 3-6
Cruise the Nile aboard this intimate ship, blending elegant Egyptian-inspired design, a private-club-style top deck and spacious suites with Juliet balconies to soak in unforgettable vistas along the ancient waterway. (pool, spa)
Days 7-8
Lake Nasser shimmers on a scenic morning walk • Kayak around Heissa Island, taking in sweeping views of ancient temples and granite islands • Discover the graceful Temple of Philae • Fly to the monumental temples of Abu Simbel, where colossal statues and intricately carved chambers showcase the grandeur of Ramses II • Return to Cairo with unforgettable memories of Egypt’s timeless monuments, vibrant culture and the legendary Nile.
Night 7
Luxury Hotel
Overlooking the Nile from a pink granite bluff, this historic palace hotel features grand architecture, elegant French-Egyptian interiors, landscaped gardens and expansive views of Elephantine Island. Now part of the Mandarin Oriental collection, it has welcomed distinguished travelers for more than a century, including Agatha Christie, who is said to have drawn inspiration for Death on the Nile during her stays here. (pool, spa)
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This trip has an activity level range of 1-2
Biking routes on this trip primarily follow quiet roads and paved paths through Nile-side farmland, past desert landscapes and through rural villages. The terrain is mostly level, the road quality varies from smooth to rough, and the roads are generally quiet, except when passing by notable sites or larger villages and towns.
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What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Although Egypt is a world-renowned destination with many excellent hotels and guides, service standards and infrastructure may not always match those in more developed destinations. Be prepared for occasional inconsistencies in service, traffic delays, infrastructure limitations, smog in urban areas and persistent vendors at tourist sites. Smoking is relatively common in public places, including some indoor spaces.
To respect local customs, modest dress (covering shoulders and knees) is expected when visiting religious sites or more traditional areas.
To make the most of the wonders of Egypt, this trip has a strong focus on culture and history, which means the activity level is lower than on a typical Backroads trip. While still more active than most other ways to explore Egypt, our walks are often through or between cultural sites and our biking distances are shorter than usual.
This trip includes travel on commercial flights so that we can explore the best of your destination. Please note that flight schedules can change with little advance warning, which may require us to adjust our activities on a travel day. Your Trip Leaders will provide more details on any changes should this occur.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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