Best Tour of Egypt and Turkey

Your day commences with a journey to the legendary Giza Plateau. Here, you will stand in the shadow of the Great Pyramids, the sole surviving wonder of the ancient world, and contemplate the eternal mystery of the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. 

After a midday pause for authentic Egyptian cuisine, you will be granted privileged entry to the monumental new Grand Egyptian Museum. During its pre-opening phase, you'll be among the first to experience its soaring Grand Hall and preview its unparalleled collections of ancient treasures before being chauffeured back to your hotel.

Check out of your hotel in the morning and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you’ll be assisted and taken by air-conditioned vehicle to board your Nile cruise. After lunch on board, visit the magnificent Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Dinner and overnight stay on the Nile cruise.

After breakfast, take an excursion to the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial site of 62 Pharaohs, and visit the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built in the 15th century BC. You'll also see the Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, sail to Edfu and enjoy dinner on board. Overnight on the Nile cruise.

After breakfast, visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Next, sail to Kom Ombo to see the unique Temple of Sobek, dedicated to the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god. Enjoy lunch on board and continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner and overnight stay on the Nile cruise.

After breakfast, enjoy a day of sightseeing in Aswan. Start with the Unfinished Obelisk, located in ancient Egypt's stone quarries, then visit the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to goddesses Isis and Hathor. Dinner and overnight on the deluxe Nile cruise.

Disembark from your cruise after breakfast and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. You will be met and assisted at the airport and taken to your hotel. Overnight stay in Cairo.

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Turkey. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, an English-speaking driver will assist you and escort you to your hotel. After checking in, enjoy the afternoon free to explore Istanbul. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

After breakfast, embark on a full day of sightseeing, beginning with the Hagia Sophia, originally built in the 4th century and converted into a mosque in the 15th century. Visit the Blue Mosque, known for its six minarets and stunning blue Iznik tiles, followed by the Hippodrome, the site of ancient chariot races. Explore the Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman Sultans, featuring an impressive treasury and exquisite harem. Your last stop will be the Grand Bazaar. Return to your hotel for the night.

Begin your day with a visit to the Egyptian Bazaar, also known as the Spice Bazaar, built in the 17th century. Then, board a public boat for a cruise along the Bosphorus, enjoying views of palaces and fortresses like Dolmabahçe and Rumeli Fortress. Continue to the historic neighborhoods of Fener and Balat, known for their charming streets and colorful houses. Visit the Bulgarian Orthodox Church of St. Stephen and the Church of the Orthodox Patriarchate. End your day at Pierre Loti Café, known for its stunning views of the Golden Horn. Transfer back to your hotel for the night.

After an early check-out, transfer to the airport for your flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, visit Devrent Valley and Pasabagi (Monk's Valley). Enjoy lunch in Avanos, then explore Göreme Open Air Museum and Uchisar Rock Castle. Visit the Three Beauties Fairy Chimneys for panoramic views of Urgup. Finally, check into your hotel.

After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion. Walk through the Red Valley, observing the local flora and fauna. Visit the Pigeon Valley and the impressive underground city, which dates back to the second millennium BC. Explore the Valley of Love and the ancient village of Cavusin. Visit Uchisar for great photo opportunities of the natural castle, followed by a visit to a carpet workshop and jewelry shop. Return to your hotel.

After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion. Walk through the Red Valley, observing the local flora and fauna. Visit the Pigeon Valley and the impressive underground city, which dates back to the second millennium BC. Explore the Valley of Love and the ancient village of Cavusin. Visit Uchisar for great photo opportunities of the natural castle, followed by a visit to a carpet workshop and jewelry shop. Return to your hotel.

After breakfast, transfer to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, meet your driver for transport to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

After breakfast, you'll be picked up for a full-day tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis. Witness the Cotton Cliffs, a natural wonder, and explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, including its basilica and theater. After the tour, return to your hotel around 7 PM for overnight stay.

In the morning, drive to the ancient city of Ephesus to visit its library, theater, and temples. Continue to the House of Virgin Mary and the Basilica of St. John. Participate in a lively fashion show featuring Turkish leather products before transferring to Izmir Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the night.

After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul International Airport for your departure.