Jewish Heritage – 13 Days / 12 Nights

Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities and explore a sweeping collection of ancient Egyptian art and artifacts across dynasties and daily life.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Continue to the Synagogue of Sha’ar Hashamayim (Adly Street Synagogue), built 1899–1908 and known as one of Cairo’s most distinguished Jewish landmarks.

Enjoy a walking tour through Downtown Cairo, passing major streets and historic buildings that reflect Cairo’s cosmopolitan architectural heritage.

Overnight: Cairo

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Explore Old Cairo’s Jewish heritage: Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Haïm Capoussi Synagogue in the historic Jewish quarter, and the Maimonides Synagogue—restored and reopened as a key symbol of Jewish heritage in Egypt.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Visit the Jewish Cemetery in Old Cairo, one of the oldest Jewish burial grounds in the world.

Overnight: Cairo

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Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, the last surviving wonder of the ancient world.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to see monumental displays including the Ramses II statue and extensive collections including Tutankhamun treasures.

Overnight: Cairo

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Transfer to Cairo Domestic Airport for your flight to Luxor. On arrival, meet your greeter and transfer to your dahabiya for embarkation and lunch.

Visit Karnak Temple (62 acres) including the Hypostyle Hall with columns rising 23 meters (75 ft), then continue to Luxor Temple and learn about the Festival of Opet.

A dahabiya is a traditional wind-powered sailing boat designed for a slower pace and boutique Nile experience, often docking at quieter riverside locations.

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Visit Luxor’s West Bank: Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.

Return to the dahabiya for lunch and sail to Esna.

Overnight: On board

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Sail to Edfu and visit the Temple of Horus, built 237–57 BCE and among Egypt’s best-preserved temples.

Return to the dahabiya for lunch and sail towards a scenic Nile island stop.

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Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris.

Return on board and continue sailing towards a scenic Nile island stop.

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Arrive in Aswan and visit Philae Temple, associated with the legend of Isis and Osiris.

Continue to the High Dam (completed in 1971), stretching 3 km (1.9 miles) and transforming irrigation and electricity in Egypt.

Later, enjoy a motorboat ride to a Nubian village to experience local hospitality and traditions.

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Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Abu Simbel. Visit the Abu Simbel temples, including the monumental façade of Ramses II and the nearby temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari.

Return to Abu Simbel Airport for your flight back to Cairo via Aswan. On arrival in Cairo, meet your greeter and transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight: Cairo

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Drive to Alexandria (225 km / 140 miles, approximately 3 hours 30 minutes). Start with lunch at a local restaurant.

Visit the Graeco-Roman Museum (27 halls) introducing Egypt’s Greco-Roman period.

Check in at your hotel, then explore local markets and enjoy a walk along the Corniche with Mediterranean views.

Dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight: Alexandria

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Visit the Alexandria Library and Museum (Bibliotheca), a modern cultural landmark built on the believed site of the ancient Great Library.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Continue to the Eliyahu Hanavi Synagogue, one of the largest historic synagogues in the region and a key cultural landmark of Alexandria’s Jewish heritage.

Return to Cairo for overnight stay and departure preparations.

Overnight: Cairo

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After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your international departure, with assistance as needed.

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