Best of Egypt

Price Per person based on double occupancy and a minimum of 10 passengers

Date	Price	Single Supplement
September 7 – 16, 2026	$3,399*	$1,199
*Air transportation handled by Mafico Institute. For more information, please contact Mafico Institute. Other cities are available, please inquire. Reservation Due: May 19, 2026 Final Payment Due: June 26, 2026

Included

Land only (airfare not included), 4 nights lodging at four star Cairo hotel, 4 nights lodging on five-star Nile cruise ship, breakfast and dinner daily at hotels (buffet style), farewell dinner in Cairo (drinks not included), full time English speaking tour guide, services of air conditioned deluxe motor coach as appear on itinerary, all guides, entrances, touring and transportation as appears on itinerary, whisper headphone systems, baggage handling at hotels (one piece), tips to guide, drivers and hotel staff, Pilgrim Payment Processing (including check or credit card- Visa, MasterCard or Discover).
*Air transportation handled by Mafico Institute. For more information, please contact Mafico Institute. Other cities are available, please inquire.

Not Included

Airfare, Lunches & drinks with meals, optional travel insurance.

Day 1 – Monday, September 7, 2026: Departure

Our life-changing journey begins this evening as we board our overnight flight to Cairo, Egypt.

Day 2 – Tuesday, September 8, 2026: Arrival Cairo

We arrive in the land of the Pharaohs, Jacob, Joseph and Israel during the famine! Upon arrival at the airport we meet our guide and are immediately transported into Cairo, the capital of Egypt. We transfer to our hotel to settle in and start soaking up the atmosphere of this exciting city.

Day 3 – Wednesday, September 9, 2026: Cairo

Today allows for a full day of touring the wonders of the ancient world, some of which date back to 1000+ years prior to Abraham. We spend time at one of the seven wonders of the world- the pyramids. Cheops, with an original height of 496 feet, is the most colossal pyramid ever built. We will also see the Sphinx and tour the Egyptian Museum, location of Tutankhamen's treasures and ancient remains.

Day 4 – Thursday, September 10, 2026: Luxor, Karnak

This morning we transfer to the airport for our flight to Luxor. Upon arrive in Luxor we board our lovely river cruise boat and have free time for lunch. This afternoon we visit the Temple of Karnak (temple of the New Kingdom period) and the East Bank of the Nile. It was during this period that the bondage and Exodus occurred. Karnak second to Giza’s Pyramids, is one of Egypt’s most important Pharaonic sites. We visit the famous Temple of Luxor, which was founded in the reign of Amenhotep III, grandson of the pharaoh of the Exodus. Re-board our ship for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 – Friday, September 11, 2026: Valley of the Kings

Today we visit the Valley of the Kings (where many ancient pharaohs were buried) and the famous Temple of Hatshepsut, the princess who perhaps pulled baby Moses out of the Nile River. This temple may have been designed by Moses. We have dinner and overnight on board.

Day 6 – Saturday, September 12, 2026: Esna , Edfu

Breakfast is served on board before we spend time touring Edfu, the location of one of the best-preserved Egyptian Temples. This afternoon we have some free time to REST OR RETURN AND explore Edfu on our own or opt to visit the remains of Kom Ombo Temple (for additional cost), situated on the riverside. Unlike most, this temple is dedicated to two gods - the crocodile god of Sebek and the solar god of war, Horus the Great. We have dinner and overnight on board.

Day 7 – Sunday, September 13, 2026: Aswan

While docked in Aswan, the morning is free to enjoy breakfast, relax on the sun deck, and shop along the waterfront. We take time to visit the High Dam, built from 1960 – 1971, a major factor in Egypt’s agricultural success. We also spend time at Philae Temple on the Isi-Island. This complex was moved from upriver due to the impending destruction upon the completion of the High Dam. Our sightseeing continues with a Felucca ride around the Agh Khan Mausoleum before returning for dinner and overnight on board.

Day 8 – Monday, September 14, 2026: Coptic Churches of Cairo

This morning we take a flight from Aswan to Cairo. We begin our sightseeing with a visit to the Hanging Church - the most famous Coptic church in Cairo. The Hanging Church was named so as it was built by the Nile River over the Roman Gate of Babylon. During a walking tour, our guide will point out that this section of the old city was definitely the route taken by Abraham, Joseph, Moses and the family of Jesus – an inspiring thought.

Day 9 – Tuesday, September 15, 2026: Free day

Enjoy a free day in Cairo to rest, to see some sights on your own, or to visit the shops and markets for gifts. Farwell Dinner at Cairo area restaurant.

Day 10 – Wednesday, September 16, 2026: Home

Transfer to the Cairo airport for the flight home.

Itinerary subject to change while touring for the best interest of the group.