Cairo & Nile Cruise Luxor – Aswan | 8 DAYS / 7 Nights
Overview
Experience one of the world's most legendary journeys on this expertly crafted 8-day Egypt tour package. Combining the timeless wonders of Cairo with the magic of a luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, this itinerary is perfectly designed for travelers seeking an authentic and comprehensive Egyptian adventure.
Begin your Egypt vacation in Cairo, where ancient history comes alive at the Great Pyramids of Giza — the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World — and the iconic Great Sphinx that has stood guard for over 4,500 years. Dive into Egypt's extraordinary heritage at the world-famous Egyptian Museum, home to over 120,000 priceless artifacts, including the golden treasures of Tutankhamun.
Explore the spiritual heart of Cairo through its Coptic churches, the magnificent Citadel of Salah El-Din, and the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Then fly to Luxor — the world's greatest open-air museum — and board your luxury floating hotel for a 4-night Nile River cruise.
Sail the legendary Nile visiting Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and the breathtaking temples of Aswan including the magnificent Philae Temple and the iconic High Dam. This is the perfect Egypt tour package for history lovers, families, and first-time visitors looking to explore Egypt in depth, comfort, and style.
About this activity
Highlights
• Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx — the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World.
• Discover the treasures of Tutankhamun at the world-famous Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
• Explore historic Old Cairo: Coptic churches, the Citadel of Salah El-Din, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
• Fly to Luxor and board a luxury 5-star Nile Cruise ship for 4 unforgettable nights.
• Visit the majestic Karnak and Luxor Temples — the grandest religious complex ever built.
• Explore the Valley of the Kings and the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
• Sail past the Colossi of Memnon and stop at the beautifully preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu.
• Discover the twin temples of Kom Ombo dedicated to gods Sobek and Horus.
• Marvel at the Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
• Domestic flights included (Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo) with all entrance fees and expert guides.
What's included
• Met and assisted at Cairo airport upon arrival and departure by our
• Representative.
• Expert guidance during your stay by our Personnel, including all
• tours mentioned.
• All airport transfers by private deluxe A/C vehicle.
• Accommodation for 3 nights at a Cairo Hotel on buffet breakfast
• basis
• Accommodation for 4 nights on board Nile Cruise on full board basis.
• Domestic flights (Cairo to Luxor --- Aswan to Cairo) are included.
• All shore excursions as mentioned will join small group tours
• Tour to Karnak and Luxor Temples
• Tour to Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of
• Memnon.
• Tour to Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples
• Tour to the Unfinished Obelisk and Temple of Philae.
• Lunch meals during tours
• Professional English-speaking Tour Guide.
• Admission fees to the sights throughout the tours.
• Applicable taxes for all hotels and Nile cruises included in the
• price
• International Flight ticket
• Egypt Tourist Visa
• Personal Expenses
• Optional excursions
• Tipping
• OCT -- APRIL
• SILVER PACKAGE GOLDEN PACKAGE
• Single Dbl Tpl Single Dbl Tpl
• P.P P.P P.P P.P
• 2331 $ 1825 $ 1811 $ 3437 $ 2487 $ 2360 $
• MAY -- SEP
• SILVER PACKAGE GOLDEN PACKAGE
• Single Dbl Tpl Single Dbl Tpl
• P.P P.P P.P P.P
• 1990 $ 1650 $ 1590 $ 2920 $ 2150 $ 1999 $
• ALL ABOVE RATES ARE PER PERSON IN USD EXCLUDE EASTER PERIOD
Itinerary
Welcome to the mystical lands of Egypt, where the Pharaohs ruled for
thousands of years. Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport,
your tour escort will meet and assist you and ease the process by
helping you to get the entry visa. You will then be transferred to your
hotel ,
your tour escort will assist you with your check-in and double-check
your itinerary with you to establish and confirm all the pick-up times
for all your activities during your trip.
Overnight in Cairo.
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a full-day tour. In the morning you
will be driven to see the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx: the
most famous monuments of not only ancient Egypt but of the entire
ancient world!
After lunch at local restaurant , you will be taken to the Egyptian
Museum see the wonders of King Tutankhamun, including his golden death
mask, lose yourself in the many rooms and galleries, where thousands of
artifacts are awaiting your visit. At the end of this exciting day, you
will be driven back to your hotel.
Meals: Brekfat & Lunch
Overnight in Cairo.
After breakfast, your day will start with a tour of Cairo 's famous
Churches, including The Hanging Church and the Church of St. George the
Martyr, 2 churches built into the walls of the Fort of Babylon, and its
remains could be Cairo 's oldest structures; and the Church of Abu Serga
(St. Sergius.
After lunch at a local restaurant , continue to Citadel of Salah
El-Din, a medieval fortress offering panoramic views of Cairo and
housing the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali, known for its grand
Ottoman architecture. End of that day , you will be taken to visit Khan
El Khalili Bazaars,this historic market it is not only a
shopping destination but also a cultural experience , you will
walk
through its narrow alleys and lively lanes, they are surrounded by
colorful displays of handcrafted treasures --- from gold and silver
jewelry to intricate lanterns, fine alabaster, handwoven textiles,
spices, perfumes, papyrus, and traditional souvenirs .You may enjoy a
traditional tea or Egyptian coffee at the famous El Fishawy Café, one of
Cairo's oldest cafés, where writers, artists, and intellectuals have
gathered for generations.
In the end of that day and after exploring the wonders of Cairo, guests
return to their hotel enriched with unforgettable memories of Egypt's
glorious past and vibrant present , you will driven back to your hotel
.
Meals: Brekfat & Lunch
Overnight in Cairo
After breakfast, you will meet your tour escort early in the morning at
your hotel where he will accompany you to Cairo International Airport
for your trip to Luxor.
Upon arrival to Luxor Airport , you will. Upon arrival, you will be
assisted by our representative who will transfer in an air-conditioned
vehicle to board your luxurious Nile
cruise,
where you will spend the next four nights in a unique experience
cruising in the Nile River .
After an open buffet lunch onboard , you will visit the magnificent
Karnak and Luxor Temples.
Karnak and Luxor Temples represent the grandeur and spiritual power of
ancient Thebes.
Once your visit to these ancient Theban Temples is complete, you will
return to the Nile Cruise and enjoy a delicious open buffet dinner
. Overnight .
Meals: Brekfat , Lunch & Dinner
Overnight on board .
After your first breakfast on board, it is time to visit the West Bank
of Luxor: the tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs in the Valley of the
Kings; the tombs of princes in the Valley of the Queens, the magnificent
temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahri finishing with the immense
Colossi of Memnon.
After this visit to the Theban "City of the Dead ", you will be taken
back to your boat to
enjoy a delightful lunch experience aboard the cruise while the cruise
sail for Esna .
Relax the rest of the day , take advantage of the amazing facilities of
your cruise,you can make use of the elegant lounge and bar area, reading
books , enjoy afternoon tea or coffee .
As the cruise gently sails along the Nile, you are invited to enjoy a
memorable open Buffet dinner in a charming ambiance. Soft lighting,
panoramic river views . Overnight
Meals: Brekfat , Lunch & Dinner
Overnight on board .
You can enjoy your breakfast watching as the cruise boat crosses the
Esna lock and then sails onward to Edfu, home of the best-preserved
temples of the Greco Roman Period the Temple of Horus at Edfu , you will
reach the temple by hours carriage passing by the houses of the local
farmers and fishermen .
After the visit , your guide will then return you to your cruise ship
and the cruise start sailing to Kom Ombo , your second stop during that
day . Upon arrival to Kom Ombo , touch down to the shore and start
walking through the town until reach Kom Ombo temple with it's two
identical entrance , after the visit you will be taken back to the
cruise for lunch while sailing to Aswan
By the end of the day enjoy a delicious dinner surrounded by the water
of the Nile River .
Meals: Brekfat , Lunch & Dinner
Overnight on board .
After breakfast on board , sailing towards the beautiful city of Aswan
, upon arrival start the sightseeing with the visit to the Philea Temple
,this magnificent structure was built in the honor of Goddess Isis the
chief deity of the island . After your exploration of the Philea Temple
, continue the trip to visit High Dam , this incredible feat of
engineering, constructed in 1960, Which designed to protect Egypt from
the annual Nile floods. The Aswan High Dam has had a significant impact
on Egypt. It has helped to control flooding, provide water for
irrigation, and generate hydroelectricity.
In the end of the day ,you will be taken to explore the Unfinished
Obelisk , known in the ancient Egyptian language as tekhen. famous for
its supply of hard and high-quality stone. Believed to have been
commissioned by Hatshepsut for the temple of Amun in Karnak.
After this wonderful day, you will be transferred back to your cruise
ship for Lunch .
Rest of day relax , to use the cruise amazing facilities , the spacious
sundeck offers a serene retreat. you may sip a signature cocktail while
admiring the tranquil beauty of the Nile by night . Dinner will be
served
Meals: Brekfat , Lunch & Dinner
Overnight on board .
Today is your final day which starts with breakfast at the hotel
followed by check-out. Our team will be picking you up from the cruise
ship and transfer you to Cairo Airport,upon arrival , you will be met
and assist by our Rep to guide you to the international hall for your
final departure back hole . for your final departure back home.
Meals: Brekfat
Pick-up & Meeting Point
Pickup service begins at Cairo International Airport upon arrival, where our professional representative will meet you at the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name. He will assist you with entry visa procedures, passport control, luggage, and transfer you directly to your Cairo hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle. For daily tours in Cairo, your guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby at the agreed times confirmed on arrival. Transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor is arranged by our representative from your hotel. Upon arrival at Luxor Airport, a local representative will meet you and escort you to the Nile Cruise ship. All shore excursion pickups during the cruise are arranged directly from the ship dock. At the end of the cruise in Aswan, our team will transfer you to Aswan Airport for your return flight to Cairo. Please ensure you are ready in the hotel lobby or cruise ship reception 15 minutes before your confirmed pickup time.
Before you book
• Egypt Tourist Visa is not included. Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival at Cairo Airport for USD $25, or apply in advance through the official Egyptian e-Visa portal.
• Dress modestly when visiting religious sites such as mosques and Coptic churches. Shoulders and knees should be covered. Scarves are available at most sites.
• The Nile Cruise portion runs from Day 4 to Day 7. Cabins are on a twin-share basis. Single supplement is available at extra cost.
• Domestic flights (Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo) are included in the package price. Please bring your passport for check-in at the airport.
• Tipping is customary in Egypt. A general guideline is USD $5–$10 per day per person for your guide, and USD $3–$5 per day for your driver.
• Egypt's currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP). USD and EUR are widely accepted at tourist sites. ATMs are available in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.
• Weather in Egypt is generally dry and sunny. Lightweight clothing is recommended, along with sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat especially during summer months.
Photography is allowed at most sites but additional fees apply inside some tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Ask your guide before photographing