Egypt Odyssey

Odysseys by Goway

Stand before the majestic Pyramids and Sphinx, then explore the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Cruise the Nile aboard the Sonesta Moon Goddess, visiting Luxor’s grand temples and tombs of ancient kings.
Discover Edfu’s perfectly preserved Temple of Horus and the riverside sanctuary of Kom Ombo at sunset.
Explore Aswan’s tranquil beauty, from the Temple of Philae to the mighty High Dam on the Nile.
Conclude your journey in Cairo, tracing Egypt’s history through the masterpieces of the Egyptian Museum.

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55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

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55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

ExcellentBased on 5,276 Reviews

Trip Features

Iconic Landmarks

Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.

Odysseys by Goway

Unique small-group journeys operated by Goway.

Escorted Tours

Journeys shared alongside a small group of fellow travellers.

Iconic Landmarks

Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.

Odysseys by Goway

Unique small-group journeys operated by Goway.

Escorted Tours

Journeys shared alongside a small group of fellow travellers.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

DAY

Arrive in Cairo

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Full day Pyramids and Sphinx, Egyptian Museum Tour

DAY

Cairo to Luxor

DAY

Luxor to Edfu

DAY

Edfu to Kom Ombo to Aswan

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Exploring Aswan

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Aswan to Cairo

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Cairo Sightseeing

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Depart from Cairo

Travel Itinerary

Trip Starts

Trip Stop

Trip Ends

Detailed Itinerary

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Arrive in Cairo

Multi Day Tour

Arrive Cairo

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by Goway's local representative inside the customs and immigration area, holding a signboard with your name on it. Our representative will meet you before immigration and assist you with obtaining your entry visa. After completing the immigration formalities, you will be transferred to your hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will receive all the necessary documentation, including domestic airline tickets, from your representative. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or explore at your leisure.

Your Accommodation

Sheraton Cairo

See Egypt in a new way at the Sheraton Cairo Hotel and Casino. Sitting on the west bank of the River Nile in unique adjoining towers, the hotel proudly stands tall as one of Cairo's greatest landmarks. The hotel places you in the middle of it all. Try your luck at Blackjack or the slots in the dazzling casino or take a short walk to the Cairo Opera House, Egyptian Museum, or Cairo shopping centers. The Pyramids of Giza are just 20 minutes away. Find magnificent views of the city or the River Nile from our 650 deluxe rooms, including 82 suites. Amazingly spacious, our deluxe rooms offer 100 percent Egyptian cotton linen for your added comfort

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Full day Pyramids and Sphinx, Egyptian Museum Tour

Multi Day Tour

Full day Pyramids and Sphinx, and Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, depart at 09:00 A.M. for your full day tour to visit the Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Egyptian museum. Pyramids and Sphinx were reckoned by the Greeks to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A single pyramid is built of 2,300,000 blocks, each weighing an average of two and one-half tons. In the face of such immensity, one cannot help but feel the wonder and awe that so many writers and artists have sought to convey over the centuries. The Cheops Pyramid is especially interesting since its interior burial chambers are open for inspection by the public. Not far from the Pyramids is the Great Sphinx of Giza, which dates from the time of Chephren (2620BC). Hewn from natural yellowish limestone and standing 65 feet high and 187 feet long, this unforgettable statue combines the head of a Pharaoh with a lion's body. The Grand Egyptian Museum is designed to be the largest archaeological museum in the world. This colossal building will house 100,000 antiquities, some of which have never before been shown in public. The collection consisting of King Tut's tomb and tens of thousands of other rare and unique archaeological finds has found a new home in The Grand Museum built on the plateau of the pyramids of Giza. The museum will house all the objects discovered in Tutankhamen Tomb. Actually 1500 pieces were displayed in the Egyptian Museum; in the Grand Museum all the 5000 pieces will be displayed. So as not to disfigure the Giza Plateau, it has been built a small distance away, downhill from the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. If its size and the complexity of its design match those of the pyramids, so too did the challenges associated with its construction.

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Sheraton Cairo

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Cairo to Luxor

Multi Day Tour

Cairo to Luxor

Today, you will transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your ship, your floating hotel for the next 5 days as you cruise up the Nile. In an unforgettable excursion, visitors drive to the Luxor Temple. Many festivals were celebrated in Thebes. The Temple of Luxor was the center of the most important one, the festival of Opet. Built largely by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, the temple served as a setting for the rituals of the festival, which was held to reconcile the human aspect of the ruler with his divine office. The procession of images of the current royal family began at Karnak and ended at the Luxor temple. Karnak was erected in 1928 BC as a small shrine dedicated to Amun, god of Thebes then. The Temple of Karnak comprises three main temples, smaller enclosed temples, and several outer temples - all constructed over 1300 years. The three main temples of Mut, Monthu and Amun, are enclosed in enormous brick walls, with the temple of Amun at the center. Karnak is now the largest.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Sonesta Moon Goddess

The Sonesta Moon Goddess offers a comfortable and contemporary way to experience the Nile, with elegant public areas and spacious accommodations. Each cabin features a private balcony, providing guests with their own space to enjoy views of the river and passing scenery. On board, guests can relax in the inviting public areas or unwind on the spacious sun deck, an ideal setting for watching life along the Nile and enjoying the scenery between days of sightseeing.

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Luxor to Edfu

Multi Day Tour

Luxor to Edfu

After breakfast visit the West Bank and the burial ground of the Pharaohs including the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. The Valley of the Kings in Upper Egypt is home to many pharaonic tombs of the New Kingdom, including those of King Tutankhamen and Ramses the Great (entrance to these specific tombs not included). Each king's formal name and title is inscribed in his tomb, which is also adorned with his images and statues. Most of the tombs were cut into limestone following a similar pattern: three corridors, an antechamber, and a sunken sarcophagus chamber. The small town of Edfu is situated on the west bank of the Nile, 56 km south of Esna and 105 km north of Aswan. Today, it is an important centre for sugar production and pottery-making. The site of Edfu was known as Wetjetser-hor (classical name-Apollinopolos Magna), the place where the god Horus was worshipped and where the battle between Horus and his traditional enemy, Seth, in the ancient mythology, took place.

Meal

Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Sonesta Moon Goddess

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Edfu to Kom Ombo to Aswan

Multi Day Tour

Edfu to Kom Ombo to Aswan

This morning you will visit the wonderfully preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. The temple is perhaps the best preserved in all of Egypt and ranks second behind Karnak, simply because of its immense size. At the temple's entrance stand two large black granite statues of Horus who is depicted as a falcon. The elaborate carvings on the walls of the temple are beautiful as if carved just yesterday. Inside the temple is a small sanctuary where the priests of the day offered the best parts of the animals to the gods. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo to visit the Graeco Roman style Temple of Sobek. Standing serenely on a hilltop, the site offers an incredible view over the Nile. Kom Ombo is located on a bend in the Nile River about 50 km north of Aswan. Located on the east bank, Kom Ombo is home to an unusual double Temple of Sobek built during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. The temple is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris (Horus the Elder). Despite being badly damaged, the temple is a beautiful sight as you approach from either direction on the river, particularly as sunset nears and the colours change.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Sonesta Moon Goddess

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Exploring Aswan

Multi Day Tour

Aswan

Today's sightseeing includes Aswan's High Dam and the Temple of Philae. The Old High Dam was built by Sir W. Wilcox on Behalf of the British authorities in 1898. It is constructed of Granite quarried in the Aswan area. The official opening took place in 1902. The Temple of Philae was dismantled and reassembled (on Agilika Island about 500 m from its original home on Philae Island) in the wake of the High Dam. The Temple dedicated to the Goddess Isis, is in a beautiful setting, which has been landscaped to match its original site. Its various shrines and sanctuaries, which include a temple of Hathor, a Birth House and two pylons, celebrate all the deities involved in the Isis and Osiris myth. Aswan, Egypt's sunniest southern city and ancient frontier town, is located about 81 miles south of Luxor and has a distinctively African atmosphere. Its ancient Egyptian name was Syene. Small enough to walk around and graced with the most beautiful setting on the Nile, the pace of life is slow and relaxing. Days can be spent strolling up and down the broad Corniche, watching the sailboats etch the sky with their tall masts or sitting in floating restaurants listening to Nubian music and eating freshly caught fish.

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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

Your Accommodation

Sonesta Moon Goddess

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Aswan to Cairo

Multi Day Tour

Aswan to Cairo

Disembark from your ship after breakfast and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel for the night.

Meal

Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Sheraton Cairo

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Cairo Sightseeing

Multi Day Tour

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo, located in Tahrir Square, is one of the most significant museums in the world, showcasing Egypt’s rich ancient history. Established in 1902, it houses over 120,000 artifacts, including statues, jewelry, and treasures from various dynasties. The museum’s grand halls display relics from the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms, offering visitors a fascinating journey through Egypt’s past. As a cultural landmark, it remains a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and scholars exploring Egypt’s incredible heritage.

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Sheraton Cairo

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Depart from Cairo

Multi Day Tour

Depart

Breakfast at hotel, check out, and transfer to the Cairo International Airport for departure.

Meal

Breakfast

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

Valley of Kings

The Great Pyramids of Giza

Philae Temple, Aglika Island

Temple of Kom Ombo

Cairo

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Place

Conditions

Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall

CairoMostly Sunny

35°C / 95°F

4mm / 0.2"

LuxorMostly Sunny

40°C / 105°F

0mm / 0.0"

Weather data is based on monthly averages.

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Michael at Goway Travel was great to work with. We were planning a pre-trip with him prior to a group tour. He worked with us to hit the special places we wanted to visit and things we wanted to do. The accommodations arranged exceeded our expectations. Local guides were all amazing. This was the third trip we booked through Goway, and we will definitely book with them again in the future David Picka

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I just returned from a wonderful trip to Sweden and Norway. I had the good fortune of working with Michael Keon who helped me plan and customize an interesting and balanced itinerary. All of the logistics went well, flights, transfers, hotels in great locations, travel between destinations, fjord safaris, cruises and guided tours with knowledgeable guides to inform and make the experience even more memorable. Michael was responsive to all of my questions and made it so easy to both prepare for and ultimately enjoy the trip. Looking forward to planning the next one!Gail

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Yolanda Smidt

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Egypt is modern and cosmopolitan, yet still rooted in a culture of hospitality. Whether sipping tea with locals or exploring sacred sites, you will find that human connections are as memorable as the monuments themselves

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Yolanda Smidt

Destination Specialist

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The ancient monuments carry an extraordinary historical significance and relevance. You feel it the moment you are there!

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Jodi Hartnell

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Be prepared for a modest society. Both men and women generally cover their shoulders and knees, and visitors should do the same out of respect.

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Jodi Hartnell

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November to April is the most pleasant weather-wise, while summer can be sweltering with many days over 45 degrees Celsius (about 113 degrees Fahrenheit).

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Jodi Hartnell

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For Egypt's biggest draw, the people have to be on top, but the culture and history are not far behind. It’s a destination where warm hospitality pairs with awe-inspiring history to create an experience like no other.

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Departure Dates From Cairo	Per Person US$	Per Person CA$
12 September 2026 Guaranteed Departure	$3,249	$4,475
17 October, 14 November & 12 December 2026 Guaranteed Departures	$3,949	$5,375
16 January & 6 February 2027	$4,029	$5,525
20 March 2027 Guaranteed Departure	$4,129	$5,675
17 April 2027	$4,029	$5,525
8 May 2027	$3,395	$4,675
11 September 2027 Guaranteed Departure	$3,395	$4,675
Please note: The new 2026 itinerary includes the Grand Egyptian Museum, and a private guide on board the cruise exclusively for Goway clients (Maximum of 12)

Egypt Odyssey

Trip Features

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

Arrive in Cairo

Full day Pyramids and Sphinx, Egyptian Museum Tour

Cairo to Luxor

Luxor to Edfu

Edfu to Kom Ombo to Aswan

Exploring Aswan

Aswan to Cairo

Cairo Sightseeing

Depart from Cairo

Detailed Itinerary

Arrive in Cairo

Full day Pyramids and Sphinx, Egyptian Museum Tour

Cairo to Luxor

Luxor to Edfu

Edfu to Kom Ombo to Aswan

Exploring Aswan

Aswan to Cairo

Cairo Sightseeing

Depart from Cairo

Departures

Terms and Conditions

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

Most Popular Time to Travel

Know when to go.

Our Commitment

Why Travel with Goway?

What do the experts say?

Yolanda Smidt

Yolanda Smidt

Jodi Hartnell

Jodi Hartnell

Jodi Hartnell

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