Luxurious Cairo & Nile Cruise
Experience a spectacular Nile Valley tour. See the Great Pyramids in Cairo first, then spend four days cruising the Nile, unwinding and soaking in the beauties of ancient Egypt. After that, spend three more days in Cairo to see Saladin's Citadel, Old Cairo, the Egyptian Museum, and other attractions.
Tour Details
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Egypt - Arrival in Cairo
After helping you with the arrival procedures at Cairo International Airport, your tour manager will drive you to the hotel in an exclusive, luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle. The tour manager at the hotel will help you check in easily and go over your itinerary with you to determine when each trip will pick you up.
Spending the night in Cairo.
Day 2: Sakkara Tour and Pyramids
After breakfast, head to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid, created by architect Imhotep for his master King Zoser, to begin your beautiful day. Lunch at a reputable neighborhood restaurant. Proceed to Giza to see the fascinating pyramids of Chefren, Mykerinus, and Cheops. Next, pay a visit to the Great Sphinx, which is a pharaoh's head with a lion's body. It was created during Chephren's reign. A visit to the Valley Temple, which is a part of the Pyramid of Chephren, is also included in the tour.
Spending the night in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
Day 3: Fly from Cairo to Luxor - Nile Cruise Tours
Arrive at Cairo Airport, and take a flight to Luxor, where you are going to board your magnificent five-star Nile Cruise. You will be taken on an amazing tour of Luxor's East Bank of the River Nile in the afternoon with an accompanying guide. The magnificent Luxor Temple and the enthralling Karnak Temple, which capture the attraction of Pharaonic history, can be seen here. For dinner and afternoon tea, head back to the cruise.
Spending the night in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 4: Sightseeing on a Luxor Nile Cruise
After breakfast, travel to Luxor's West Bank of the Nile to visit the Valley of Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir El Bahari. Sail to Edfu via the Esna Lock and return to the cruise for lunch and afternoon tea. Have your dinner on the cruise.
Spending the night at Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and and Dinner.
Day 5: Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo
Have breakfast on board before going to Edfu's Horus Temple. After lunch, head back to the ship and set sail for Kom Ombo. When you get there, check out the temple that the gods Sobek and Haroeris shared. Go back to the cruise and go towards Aswan. Enjoy dinner on the cruise.
Spending the night at Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 6: Cruise Tours on the Aswan Nile
Visit the magnificent Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk after breakfast. Enjoy dinner and lunch aboard.
Spending the night at Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 7: Take an Aswan to Cairo flight
After breakfast, get some free time in Aswan. After that, a vehicle will take you to the Aswan Airport so you can fly to Cairo.
Spending the night in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 8: Tour of Cairo's Sights
After breakfast at the hotel, your private guide will take you to the Egyptian Museum, where you may marvel at the magnificent collection of enthralling artifacts. Proceed to the Salah El Din Citadel, which Salah El Din built in 1183 AD to protect Cairo from the Crusader army. Visit the Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque afterward. Mohamed Ali ruled Egypt for 45 years, from 1805 to 1849. You're going to a nearby restaurant for lunch. If there is time after lunch, you will be transported to the oldest bazaar in Cairo, Khan El Khalili. Return to the hotel and spend the night in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch.
Day 9: Optional Alexandria Tour from Cairo
Enjoy a free day in Cairo or take an optional excursion to Alexandria to view its well-known landmarks, such as the Qaitbay Fort, which was constructed by Sultan Qaitbay in the fifteenth century on the site of the city's historic lighthouse. Next, explore the recently constructed and highly anticipated Alexandria Library. Visit the Catacombs, a Roman cemetery carved out of the rock.
Spending the night in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Cairo - Fly Home
After breakfast, head to the airport in Cairo to board the flight home.
Meals: Breakfast.
Tour Information
Tour Includes
The service of meet and assist at the airport.
Help with visitor relations while visiting.
Every transfer in a personal, air-conditioned vehicle.
Five nights' accommodation in Cairo with breakfast each day included.
Four nights of full-board accommodation on a 5 star Nile cruise.
Every sightseeing tour in Cairo and Giza - privately guided tours.
Every sightseeing tour on the cruise.
Visit to the Temples of Karnak and the city of Luxor.
Visit to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossei of Memnon.
Visit to the Temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu in order.
Visit to the Temple of Philae near Aswan, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
Entrance costs to every location listed on the itinerary.
English-speaking local tour guide.
Lunch while on tours of Giza and Cairo.
Domestic flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo.
Bottled water for outings beyond the hotel or cruise.
Portage as necessary.
All taxes and service fees.
Complimentary Cairo Photo Session in Giza.
Tour Excludes
Airfare abroad.
Egypt entry visa.
Any optional tours.
Personal expenses.
Tipping.
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The itinerary was well-planned, allowing me to explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza, Sakkara, and the Egyptian Museum.
Emma James
24 Jun 2024This trip was the perfect blend of cultural exploration and leisure, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a memorable Egyptian experience.
Jackcon James
24 Jun 2024This tour package was an exceptional blend of cultural immersion and relaxation.