Jewels of Egypt, the Nile & Lake Nasser - Cairo Return

Day 1 - Cairo
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Cairo Marriott.

Day 2 - Cairo
Begin today's tour with a visit to the 12th century Citadel of Salalah al-Din for breathtaking views of Cairo. Next, visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. You will also have time to visit the famous Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. In the afternoon, spend time at the famous Egyptian Museum. (BB)

Day 3 - Cairo
Drive out to Memphis to admire the colossal statue of Ramses 2 and the great Alabaster Sphinx. Nearby at Sakkara, view the Step Pyramid of Zoser I - the oldest in the world. You will then visit Giza, where you will see the enigmatic Sphinx and the magnificent Pyramids. (BB)

Day 4 - Cairo, fly to Aswan
Fly from Cairo to Aswan where you will embark on your Lake Nasser cruise onboard the Prince Abbas. (BB, L, D)

Day 5 - Aswan, cruising Lake Nasser Kalabsha
You will arrive at Kalabsha Temple during the morning. Originally built around 30 BC, Kalabsha is the largest preserved temple in Nubia. Afterward, relax onboard for a full day cruise on Lake Nasser as you travel to Wadi El Seboua (BB, L, D)

Day 6 - Wadi El Seboua, cruising Lake Nasser Amada
In the morning, enjoy time at Wadi El Seboua, the "Valley of the Lionesses," which was named after the great Avenue of Sphinxes that led to the Temple of Ramses 2. In the afternoon, cruise to Amada where you will visit the oldest surviving temple in the Nubian region, the Temple of Amada. (BB, L, D)

Day 7 - Amada, Kasr Ibrim, Abu Simbel
During the morning, you will sail past the only majore archaeological site to survive the Nile floods in Lower Nubia that followed after the construction of the Aswan High Dam, the Kasr Ibrim Fortress. You will reach Abu Simbel in the afternoon. This 3,500 year old complex displays magnificent structures hewed from the rock during the rule of
Ramses 2 and later rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. Buried for decades in the sand, the site is impressively well preserved. In a remarkable feat of engineering, the temple was built so that the sun penetrates its inner confines only two days a year. On those two days, the four colossi of Ramses are basked in a solar bronze. When you look at the colossi, you will notice they are wearing the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, a symbol of dominance over the entire kingdom. During the evening, you will experience the monuments lit in all their glory during a spectacular sound and light show. You will not want to miss this incredible display of history reflecting off of the massive stone monuments with laser lights and music. (BB, L, D)

Day 8 - Abu Simbel, fly to Aswan
In the morning, fly to Aswan. On arrival, visit the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple. During the afternoon, you will board the River Tosca to sail along the Nile. Later in the evening, be treated to a traditional Nubain show onboard.
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Day 9 - Aswan, cruising the Nile Kom Ombo Edfu
You will sail to Kom Ombo, where you will visit the only temple in Egypt dedicated to two gods. Don your Galabeya for a fun-filled onboard party, featuring traditional Egyptian music and activities. (BB, L, D)

Day 10 - Edfu, cruising the Nile Luxor
In the morning, spend time at the Temple of Edfu, the best preserved major temple in Egypt. The temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus and was built over a 180 year period. You will then sail to Luxor, where you will have an opportunity to explore the Temple of Luxor - one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt. (BB, L, D)

Day 11 - Luxor, fly to Cairo
This is an exciting day filled with plenty of Egypt's unforgettable historic sites. In the morning, visit the towering Colossi of Memnon and the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Next, explore the Valley of the Kings, the burial place of many illustrious pharaohs. Before flying back to Cairo, visit the Karnak Temple, the largest temple in the world, with its roof blocks supported by colossal columns that are 70 feet high. Fly back to Cairo later in the day and check in to the hotel. (BB)

Day 12 - Depart Cairo
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight home. (BB)