Athens to the Nile: Two Ancient Worlds
From Athens’ marble temples to the sands of Giza, this journey traces the legacies of two great civilizations. Walk the Acropolis and Poseidon’s cliffside temple with expert guides, then fly to Egypt to stand before the Pyramids, explore royal tombs in Luxor, and tour Cairo’s world-class museums. Every detail is tailored by your Destination Expert for immersive, seamless travel.
- Duration
- 10 days, 9 nights
- Route
- Athens · Cairo · Luxor
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $5,400 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Explore Athens' iconic sites with an expert guide, including access to the Acropolis Museum.
- Discover the ancient Greek Temple of Poseidon, a key monument of the Golden Age.
- Get exclusive early access to the Grand Egyptian Museum with an expert Egyptologist.
- Witness wonders of the world: the Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and Temples of Karnak and Luxor.
- Enhance your Athens stay with a private culinary tour tailored by your Destination Expert.
Every day, already yours.
You’ve Arrived
Upon arrival to Athens airport, an English-speaking Meet & Greet Assistant will welcome you and escort you to your waiting driver. They will travel with you to your accommodations to ensure a smooth check-in and be on hand to answer any questions you may have about your itinerary or the destination.
- Private Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet Assistance
- Greece Arrival Welcome Package
- Dining Reservation at Tzitzikas & Mermigas
A Journey Back in Time
Walk through the heart of Athens with your private guide, beginning at the UNESCO-listed Acropolis, where marble pathways, weathered columns, and open views over the city bring ancient Athens into sharp focus. A short transfer brings you to the base of the hill, passing landmarks such as the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, and the Panathenaic Stadium along the way.
- Private City Tour with Acropolis, New Acropolis Museum & Plaka Stroll | 5 hrs
- Golden Hour Rooftop Aperitifs & Craft Cocktails at Your Leisure
A Walk Through the Past
Join your private driver and English-speaking guide for a privately guided tour of Cape Sounion, home to the Temple of Poseidon. Drive along the scenic coastal road overlooking the Saronic Gulf, passing through some of Athens' most picturesque suburbs, including Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, and Varkiza.
- Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon (4 hrs) - Private Tour
A Change of Scenery
Board a flight from Athens with direct service to Cairo. Approximate flight time is approximately two hours. Please note this flight is not included in your itinerary price and must be purchased separately.
- Private Airport Transfer
- Athens - Cairo
- Airport Assistance & Visa Service
- Airport Transfer with Private Vehicle
- Time at Leisure
A Sight To Behold
Cross an item off your bucket list as you explore one of the Seven Wonders of the World on a private tour. Today, you will get an opportunity to marvel at one of the true ancient masterpieces, the Sphinx and the Pyramids. Following a pick-up from your hotel, you will be transferred to the Giza Plateau. Ponder at the majesty of the Great Pyramids and listen to your guide as they reveal the history of Ancient Egypt.
- The Best of Giza: Pyramids, Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum (with Lunch, 7-8 hrs) - Private Tour
Explore with an Expert
The Great Pyramids of Giza are the best-known pyramids in Egypt, but the step pyramid of Saqqara pre-dates the Giza complex by several centuries. Meet with your private Egyptologist guide and head to the ancient capital of Memphis, which lies 12 miles from Cairo on the west bank of the Nile. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is an open-air museum of the ruins.
- Saqqara, Memphis & Dashur (6-7 hrs) - Private Tour
- Lunch at a Local Restaurant
- Cafelluca Dinner Cruise (3 hrs)
It’s All Ancient History
Board a flight in Cairo with direct service to Luxor. Approximate flight duration is one hour. Please note, luggage restrictions apply to this regional flight. 1) Maximum of one checked bag, weighing up to 50 lbs (23 kg) - Economy, 70 lbs (32 kgs) - Business; Checked baggage cannot be larger than 62 linear inches (158cm). 2) Guests can also bring a piece of carry-on luggage with a maximum weight of 17 lbs (8 kg).
- Airport Transfer with Private Vehicle
- Air - Cairo - Luxor [1 hr] - Economy
- Private Transfer to Accommodation
- Highlights of the East Bank: The Temples of Karnak & Luxor (4 hrs) - Private Tour
Explore with an Expert
Some of the most spectacular sites in all of Egypt can be found on the West Bank of the Nile, near Luxor. Over the centuries, the West Bank has proven to be the ultimate playing ground for adventurers, archaeologists and looters. Today’s custom-designed Touristoogle experience not only gets you up close and personal with the most renowned heritage sites of this area, but also provides you with deep insight into how they weathered across millennia, from...
- Excavating the Valley of the Kings & Queens (with Lunch, 7 hrs) - Private Tour
- Time at Leisure
A Healthy Dose of History
Board a flight in Luxor with direct service to Cairo. Approximate flight duration is one hour. Please note, luggage restrictions apply to this regional flight. 1) Maximum of one checked bag, weighing up to 50 lbs (23 kg) - Economy, 70 lbs (32 kgs) - Business; Checked baggage cannot be larger than 62 linear inches (158cm). 2) Guests can also bring a piece of carry-on luggage with a maximum weight of 17 lbs (8 kg).
- Private Transfer to Accommodation
- Air - Luxor - Cairo [1 hr] - Economy
- Airport Transfer with Private Vehicle
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization with Royal Mummies Hall (4 hrs) - Private Tour
- Cairo by Night (4 hrs) - Private Tour
Bon Voyage
Meet your driver and English-speaking representative for a private airport transfer.
- Airport Transfer with Private Vehicle
Where you will wake up.
Electra Metropolis Athens
The Electra Metropolis is a stylish 5 star hotel in the heart of the city. Situated near Syntagma Square, the most famous in Greece, the hotel has been welcoming guests to Athens since September 2016.
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at First Residence
Located at the core of the First Residence apartments and shops on the west bank of the Nile, with views of the Great Pyramids and close to the Zoological and Botanical Gardens, the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at First Residence is in the center of all the action.
Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
Escape to the banks of the Nile at the exquisite Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa, just 10 minutes from Luxor town center. Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa is located in the village of Karnak on the east bank of the lush River Nile. Expect glorious views over the river and the historic city of Luxor.