Splendors of Egypt, a Women-Only Tour
Tour Type: Women-Only
Brochure Type Women Only 2026
Cruise the Nile, gain insights into the art of belly dancing, and explore the splendors of Egypt on this 12-day women-only tour. Enjoy a sundowner at the Old Cataract Hotel, where Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie once dined. Continue down the Nile to Luxor to see the Valley of the Queens and the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs ? including the famous Tutankhamun ? are buried. In Cairo, see the oldest pyramid in the world, the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, before traveling to see one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: The Pyramids of Giza. Here, stand face-to-face with the towering sphinx and later, see a sound and light show dance across the stones. Enhance your experience discovering culture by meeting local women and learning about the history of papyrus.
Additional Included Highlights
Brochure Type Women Only 2026
Cruise the Nile, gain insights into the art of belly dancing, and explore the splendors of Egypt on this 12-day women-only tour. Enjoy a sundowner at the Old Cataract Hotel, where Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie once dined. Continue down the Nile to Luxor to see the Valley of the Queens and the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs ? including the famous Tutankhamun ? are buried. In Cairo, see the oldest pyramid in the world, the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, before traveling to see one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: The Pyramids of Giza. Here, stand face-to-face with the towering sphinx and later, see a sound and light show dance across the stones. Enhance your experience discovering culture by meeting local women and learning about the history of papyrus.
Additional Included Highlights
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- Luxor Get to know your fellow travelers over a delightful drink followed by dinner.
- Kom Ombo Learn about traditional Egyptian attire and immerse yourself in local culture at an Egyptian dinner and galabeya party.
- 7 Lunch (L)
- 1 Afternoon Tea (AT)
- 7 Dinner (D)
- 11 Breakfast (B)
- Aswan In Aswan, meet the women of a local women-owned co-operative whose mission is to support vulnerable women from the local villages to learn new skills and become financially independent. The organization provides a hub of support and comfort for ove
- Giza Be mesmerised by the Sound & Light Show at the Great Pyramids.
- Dendera At the Temple of Hathor, see a rare depiction of Cleopatra and Caesarian.
- Cairo Take a short scenic flight to Luxor where you will begin your Nile Cruise.
- Philae Island Travel by motorboat to Philae Island and witness the majestic Temple of Isis rising from the waters.
- Luxor Enjoy your short flight returning to Cairo.
- Luxor Visit the Luxor Museum and discover ancient artefacts.
- Cairo Guided by your Local Expert, gaze upon the most recognisable symbols of ancient Egypt the full-faced funeral mask, gold coffin, gilded throne and precious jewelery - Tutankhamun's treasures. Sightseeing includes sweeping vies over the city from th
- Aswan Visit Aswan's High Dam and Granite Quarries to ponder why the Unfinished Obelisk has been left in mid-creation for thousands of years.
- Cairo With your Egyptologist, gaze upon Tutankhamun's treasures at the Egyptian Museum, gaze upon the most recognisable symbols of ancient Egypt the full-faced funeral mask, gold coffin, gilded throne and precious jewelery - all treasures of Tutankhamun
- Karnak Stand amid a vast forest of columns in the largest temple complex known to man, as your Egyptologist explains the significance behind it. Walk the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes, see the of Rameses II and the Hypostyle Hall.
- Giza With your Egyptologist, meet the enigmatic Sphinx and venture deep inside one of the pyramids, to the chambers where the pharaohs went to meet their Gods in the afterlife.
- Saqqara Necropolis View the oldest pyramid in the world, the Step Pyramid of Zoser I, existing for over 4,500 years.
- Giza Admire the remaining Wonders of the Ancient World as you explore through the Pyramids of Giza and the mighty Sphinx. Hear about Egyptian history as you walk through the National Archaeological Museum and learn the art of making papyrus paper out of
- Luxor Visit Luxor Temple, constructed approximately 1400 BC. Look to the top of the remaining Pylon of Ramses II and step into the ancient monument.
- Kom Ombo Visit the unique temple as it is the only double temple in Egypt.
- Memphis Visit this famous capital of the ancient world to see the statue of Ramses II and the Great Alabaster Sphinx.
- "I love to share our Ancient Egyptian civilization and history with our guests and to explain all the details and stories related to Egyptian mythology so our guests can enjoy a very special guided vacation."
- "The Abu Simbel Temples are utterly unique in scale, architecture, art and history. From one of the most prominent eras of Ancient Egyptian history, these magnificent structures emphasise how persistent and clever ancient Egyptian architects were to carve
- "Koshari is our national dish, and it never disappoints. Believed to have originated in the 19th century, this vegetarian street food staple is made of rice, pasta, lentils, and chickpeas, topped with delicious fried onions and a spicy tomato-based garlic
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical d
- Aswan On a traditional Nile felucca, meet a sailor and learn the art of sailing this ancient Nile craft. Visit the High Dam and Granite Quarries.
- Aswan Discover the ancient art of belly dancing, reported as far back as the 4th century as an identifying element of Egyptian culture.
- Luxor Satisfy your curiosity and your taste buds over an Egyptian cooking class with your talented onboard chef. Learn the time-honored secrets behind how to make Egyptian vegetable Moussaka, a beloved Egyptian dish made of eggplant, tomatoes and peppers
- Aswan Savor cocktails and canap??s at the historic Old Cataract Hotel while watching the sunset over the Nile. Enjoy this blend of natural beauty and timeless elegance for an unforgettable experience.
- Aswan Delve into the fascinating history of papyrus. Experience a fascinating demonstration on how the ancient Egyptians used papyrus leaves for writing. Learn how paper was made from the papyrus water-plant which grew abundantly in the marshy delta of t
- Luxor Get up close and personal with ancient history at the Valley of the Queens. Located amid the hills along the western bank of the Nile River in Upper Egypt, this site was a burial ground first for officials and later for royal wives, daughters and s
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- Tour Operator
- Insight Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2025
- Duration
- 12 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Cairo | Arrive in Cairo: Welcome to the timeless land of the pharaohs. On arrival at Cairo Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel and have time to relax and sample the hotel's amenities after your journey. Accommodations: Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino |
| Day 2 | Luxor | Fly to Luxor, Cruise the Nile: In the morning, fly to Luxor and visit the huge temple complex of Karnak. Walk through the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes to stand among the columns of the Hypostyle Hall. Later, transfer to your cruise ship, your home for the next seven nights. After lunch on board, take a walk through the Luxor Museum, witness ancient artefacts. In the evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a drink followed by dinner. The rest of the evening is at leisure. Accommodations: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar) |
| Day 3 | Edfu | Exploring Dendera and on to Edfu: A day of legend and history awaits you today as you begin with a morning visit to the Temple of Hathor in Dendera. One of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, it contains a rare depiction of Cleopatra and her son Caesarian, whose father was Julius Caesar. At lunchtime return to your ship and enjoy a scenic journey via the Esna Lock to Edfu. Accommodations: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar) |
| Day 4 | Aswan | Edfu to Aswan: Start the day with breakfast as you cruise along the Nile to Kom Ombo before continuing to the city of Aswan. Famous for its archaeological sites, such as the Philae Temple Complex and the Temple of Isis, Aswan is a vibrant destination that portray an agreeable mix of ancient and contemporary Egypt. In the evening, enjoy a fun-filled Egyptian dinner and galabeya party. Accommodations: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar) |
| Day 5 | Aswan | Aswan's High Dam & Temple of Isis: Today's sightseeing includes a visit to Aswan's High Dam and granite quarries, to see the enormous unfinished obelisk. Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis, rising from the waters of the Nile on the Island of Philae. The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the facilities on your cruise ship. Ask your Travel Director for recommendations on things to do onboard or perhaps ask for more insights into Egypt's fascinating history? Accommodations: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar) |
| Day 6 | Aswan | Feluccas and Sundowner: Throughout your journey you'll have seen many feluccas sailing along the Nile. Now it's your time to explore one for yourself. On this traditional vessel, you'll meet a local sailor who will teach you about the ancient art of sailing. Meet the ladies behind the local women's co-op on your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience and see scrap materials come to life as they are being turned into fine handicrafts. The organization provides an important source of income for the vulnerable women of the co-op. As the sun starts to fade, enjoy high tea at the historic Old Cataract Hotel, just like Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie once did before you. The hotel is rumoured to be where Christie wrote her bestselling novel, ?Death on the Nile." Accommodations: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar) |
| Day 7 | Kom Ombo | Free Time and on to Kom Ombo Relaxed Start: With the morning free, perhaps join an Optional Experience to Abu Simbel? These temples overlook Lake Nasser and are made up of the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Hathor. Later, sail to Kom Ombo to visit the only double temple of Egypt, dedicated to two gods: the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus the Elder. Accommodations: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar) |
| Day 8 | Luxor | Cruising the Nile to Luxor: Cruise along the majestic waters of the Nile. Immerse yourself in the premium service on board and have your cameras at-the-ready for the sights as you leisurely make your way to Luxor. Indulge your culinary side during an Egyptian Cooking Class making traditional moussaka. In the evening, Conclude the day visiting Luxor Temple, where you dock for the night. Accommodations: MS Medea or MS Miriam (or similar) |
| Day 9 | Cairo | Explore Luxor and fly to Cairo: This morning, disembark from your cruise and travel to the west bank of the Nile. Delve into history seeing both the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings where many pharaohs were buried, including Hatshepsut, Amenhotep I and Tutankhamun. Enhance your discovery visiting the Valley of the Queens. This site houses over 75 tombs belonging to queens of the 19th and 20th dynasties and to other members of the royal families, including the tomb of Nefertari and the Ramesside princes. Later, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. Accommodations: Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino |
| Day 10 | Cairo | Cairo Sightseeing: This morning, ascend to the Citadel for breath-taking views over the city. While here visit the Alabaster Mosque, otherwise known as the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, regarded as the founder of modern Egypt. Continue to Tahrir Square, the focal point of the 2011 Egyptian Revolution, and the Egyptian Museum. Among the many exhibits found here are the fabulous artefacts recovered from the tomb of King Tutankhamun. Accommodations: Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino |
| Day 11 | Cairo | Cairo and the Pyramids of Giza: Travel to Memphis, the famous capital of the ancient world. See the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Great Alabaster Sphinx. Continue to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest pyramid in the world, dating back to 2700 B.C. In the afternoon, arrive at Giza to explore the magnificent pyramids. Here you'll come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sphinx. During your visit, venture inside one of these ancient wonders to see the chambers where the pharaohs were sent to meet their gods in the afterlife. Accommodations: Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino |
| Day 12 | Cairo | Depart Cairo: Your wonderful journey ends with transfers to Cairo International airport. Accommodations: |
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