Cairo Pyramids, New Museum, Nile River Cruise + Deluxe South African Safari Tour

Included Tour Highlights

Full day tour of the Grand Pyramids of Cairo and the Sphinx, followed by the new Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archeological Museum in the world.
Fly to Luxor and begin a four-night Nile River cruise. All meals and off-shore excursions are included.
Sail the Nile and tour Egypt's famous Karnak & Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings (including Tutankhamen’s tomb), and Queen Hatshepsut's Temple.
Visit the Island Temple of Philae and the amazing Abu Simbel Temples. Also included Kom Ombo, Edfu, the Colossi of Memnon, and Aswan's High Dam.
Exclusive safari adventure packed with eight off-road safari game drives within the greater Kruger Park area, complete with sundowners.
Stay at an upscale private safari game lodge with all meals included.
Groups of 9 passengers in open 4x4 vehicles, with local Shangaan safari trackers.

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Itinerary

Days

Board your International flight to Cairo; we offer departures from most major Cities in the USA and Canada.

You need a valid Canadian or American Passport to enter Egypt; it must be valid for six to eight months from your exact return date, and have blank pages.
A tourist visa is also required. American and Canadian passport holders can purchase it upon arrival.

For information on entry requirements for passport holders of different nationalities, please get in touch with your local Egyptian Consulate.

Upon landing in Egypt, proceed with customs & immigration procedures.

Meet our Representative who will assist you and also transfer to your Cairo Hotel.

Overnight in Cairo.

Swiss Inn Pyramids Golf Resort

No Meals

Swiss Inn Pyramids Golf Resort, Egypt Picture

After breakfast at your Hotel, join your guide for a full day of sightseeing tour of The Great Pyramids & Sphinx + Valley Temple of Khafre followed by a visit to the famous Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

The Pyramids of Giza complex is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World that remains in one piece.
The pyramids are named after the Pharaohs who built them; Khufu is the tallest, followed by Khafre and Menkaure, which is the one located in the front.

The Pyramids are not decorated inside, and there are no treasures or mummies. You can visit them inside by purchasing a separate ticket. Although it is safe to tour the pyramids inside, you must be relatively fit since you go through steep stairways and low passages; some people also find it claustrophobic.

The tour continues to Khafre’s Valley temple and the Great Sphinx. This famous monument carved out of limestone has the facial features of a man but the body of a lion.

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the New Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). The highly anticipated Grand Egyptian Museum, which houses the world's most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. More than 20 years in the making, this sprawling 120-acre museum near the pyramids of Giza will showcase over 100,000 objects, including the treasures from King Tutankhamun's tomb.

Swiss Inn Pyramids Golf Resort

Breakfast & lunch at a local restaurant

Grand Pyramids - Sphinx, Valley of Khafre, and Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

Early morning transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival, meet our representative, who will assist you with transferring to your Nile River Cruise.

Later, join your guide for a tour of the famous Karnak & Luxor Temples.
One of the highlights of the Luxor Temple is the Avenue of the Sphinxes, which, in ancient times, was the procession route to Karnak Temple.

The Karnak Temple-Complex is considered one of the most fascinating open-air museums, with its Great Hypostyle Hall home to 134 large columns that soar up to twenty meters.

Lunch and dinner onboard the cruise ship.

The Nile river cruise features, on average, sixty cabins with panoramic windows, a private bathroom with hairdryer, and a shower. There is also a swimming pool, and a sun deck with bar. Your Cruise includes all meals + daily offshore guided sightseeing tours.

MS Alyssa Nile River Cruise

Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Karnak and Luxor temple complex

After early breakfast on board, join your guide for an off-shore excursion to the Valley of the Kings.
The Valley of the Kings is the final resting place of the most powerful Pharaohs, including the boy Prince Tutankhamun. Entrance to Tutankhamun’s tomb is included in your package.

Your tour continues with a visit to Queen’s Hatshepsut Temple, one of the longest female rulers of ancient Egypt. This temple, built directly into the cliff face, is one of the most spectacular in Egypt.

On your way back to the ship, stop by the Colossi of Memnon. These two gigantic stone statues are 3400 years old and weight 720 tonnes each; they depict the Pharaoh Amenhotep and his wife.

Lunch and dinner onboard the cruise ship.

MS Alyssa Nile River Cruise

Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner

Valley of the Kings, Queen’s Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

After Breakfast, on board, join your guide for today's off-shore excursions to the Temple of Edfu & Kom Ombo.

Edfu temple is dedicated to the falcon god, Horus, and is well-known for its unique massive entrance covered with amazing relief carvings. The Temple of Edfu is considered one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient temples.

The Temple of Sobek at Kom Ombo is a unique temple dedicated to two gods, the crocodile god and Sobek, the god of fertility. You will also visit the crocodile museum located next to the temple.

Lunch and dinner onboard the cruise ship.

In the evening dress up with Egyptian attire and enjoy a traditional Galabeya cruise party night.

MS Alyssa Nile River Cruise

Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner

Edfu and Kom Ombo

After Breakfast, on board, depart with your guide for today's off-shore excursions to the High Dam & Temple of Philae.

Aswan's High Dam is one of Egypt's most visited modern sites in Egypt. It was built to protect the Nile Valley from flooding.
Many archeological sites were submerged after its construction; some, like Abu Simbel and Philae, were rescued and relocated.

Continue to the Temple of Philae. The original Temple was submerged underwater after the construction of the Dam. It was painstakingly disassembled and relocated to Agilkia Island, south of Aswan. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, it is a fantastic example of ancient Egyptian architecture.

In the afternoon, there is a Felucca ride. A Felucca is a traditional Egyptian sailing boat. Sail as you enjoy the famous scenery of the Nile.

Lunch and dinner onboard the cruise ship.

MS Alyssa Nile River Cruise

Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner

High Dam, Philae, and Felucca

MS Alyssa Nile River Cruise, Egypt Picture

Breakfast on board.

Depart early morning before sunrise with a boxed breakfast to visit Abu Simbel's Temples which were moved from their original sacred place to save them from flooding.

Abu Simbel is a UNESCO World Heritage site; these two massive rock temples were built 3,300 years ago.
Rescued after being submerged under water by the construction of the Aswan Dam and rebuilt above the new shoreline.
This project is considered one of the most outstanding achievements in modern engineering.

Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo.

Upon arrival transfer to your Cairo Hotel.

Swiss Inn Pyramids Golf Resort

Breakfast

Return to Cairo, at leisure

Breakfast at your hotel.
Enjoy a day at leisure before your transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to South Africa.
Overnight on board flight.

On arrival at Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our Representative.

Transfer to your Hotel.

Overnight in Johannesburg.

City Lodge O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel

No Meals

Arrival, rest at leisure

Johannesburg City Lodge O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel, South Africa Picture

Early this morning, transfer by shuttle bus transfer to Karongwe Private Reserve, bordering the famous Kruger National Park. Private reserves offer superior safari game viewing together with the advantages of smaller, hosted accommodation and game drives.

Lunch upon arrival. Freshen up before your afternoon safari game drive and return to the lodge by sunset.

Optional Domestic Flight (extra cost): Fly from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit, then a 45-minute transfer by road to Shiduli Private Game Lodge.

Shiduli Private Game Lodge

Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Afternoon safari game drive

Shiduli Private Game Lodge, South Africa Picture

Today enjoy early morning and afternoon Game Drives at your Lodge. Shiduli Private Game Lodge is located in the Karongwe Private Reserve nested in the heart of the game-rich Lowveld with the spectacular Drakensberg Mountain Range in the backdrop. Find "The Big Five" lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. The reserve is home to other wildlife such as cheetah and hippo and over 350 species of birds.

Game Drives are conducted by Professional Guides and Trackers who will ensure your African Safari experience is unparalleled, the success rate for Game viewing at this Lodge is excellent.

Shiduli Private Game Lodge

Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Morning and afternoon safari game drives

Enjoy early Game Drive before breakfast and late afternoon Game Drive.

Traversing over 9000 hectares of supreme and diverse vegetation, with its three perennial rivers and huge Jackelberry and Leadwood trees, Shiduli Private Safari Game Lodge is home to the Big 5, as well as a wealth of other smaller creatures and bird species.

Optional Mpumalanga Panorama Tour (extra cost): Explore this region full of magnificent views, considered one of the most scenic routes with natural sights like God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, The Three Rondawels, and the third largest Canyon in the world Blyde River Canyon. Note: You will miss one Afternoon Game Drive when taking this tour.

Shiduli Private Game Lodge

Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Morning and afternoon safari game drives

Early morning coffee/tea in the lobby:
- Depart for an early morning safari game drive.
Return to the lodge for breakfast. Relax the rest of the day until it is time to depart for an afternoon safari that ends at sunset.

Karongwe is a well-sought-after game reserve. It is a vast wilderness nested between four rivers, home to diverse wildlife, birdlife, flora, and fauna. It is also a good location to spot Africa’s most elusive large cat, the leopard.

Shiduli Private Game Lodge

Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Morning and afternoon safari game drives

Early morning coffee/tea in the lobby.
Depart for an early morning safari game drive.
Return to the lodge for breakfast.

Pick up from the hotel lobby for your road transfer to Johannesburg.

Upon arrival transfer to your hotel within Johannesburg’s airport terminal.

City Lodge O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel

Breakfast

Morning safari game drive

Breakfast at your hotel.
Make your way to the airport terminal for your return home flight.

What's included

Flights & Transfers

Domestic flights within Egypt.
Cairo-Johannesburg flight.
Hassle-Free Travel: all transfer services are included, pick-up and drop-off from the airport, port, hotels, & safari lodge.
Plus, enjoy peace of mind with tourist sites entrance fees and taxes covered.

Meals

Breakfast daily.
Full day Cairo Pyramids tour includes lunch.
All meals included daily aboard Nile River Cruise.
Safari game lodge includes all meals daily.

Accommodations

Three nights Cairo Swiss Inn Pyramids Golf Resort.
Four nights MS Alyssa Nile River Cruise.
Two nights Johannesburg City Lodge O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel.
Four nights Shiduli Private Safari Lodge, Greater Kruger area.

Not included:

International flights from/return to home not included with this offer.
Egypt’s tourist visa - paid upon arrival for Canadian & American passport holders.
Customary tips to driver, guides, cruise staff, etc.
No drinks included.

Prices (USD)

January - March 2027

$4399

April - December 2026 & 2027

$4699

PRICE INCLUDES THESE FLIGHTS:
Domestic flights within Egypt.
Cairo-Johannesburg flight.

International Flights from/to home not included with this offer.
Book your own, use miles, fly business, extend your stay, or we’ll send you flights quote.

DATES AVAILABLE: Available every Friday year-round. Our departures are guaranteed.

Price per person based on double room. Solo travelers extra USD 1749.
Higher seasonal rates apply for Easter, Christmas & New Year.

Need International Flights? We offer airfare from all major cities in the US and Canada.

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Every detail of the trip was carefully planned and executed. We were taken care of from the time we landed, our travels around the various tours/cruise and departure.

The Nile River Cruise was excellent with good service and attentive staff that made it memorable for us. Great meals and different cuisine offered each night.

The selected hotels are always beautiful with excellent service. We've created beautiful memories and so appreciate Platinum Holidays. Highly recommend!

Step into the spellbinding world of ancient Pharaohs, then on to the wild heart of South Africa’s legendary Greater Kruger