8-Day Cairo & Nile Cruise — Aswan to Luxor
Overview
Experience the highlights of ancient Egypt on an 8-day private tour combining Cairo’s iconic monuments with a 3-night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
Discover the Giza Pyramids, Sakkara and Memphis, explore the Egyptian Museum and historic Cairo, then fly to Aswan and cruise north along the Nile, visiting Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor before returning to Cairo.
Why Choose This Tour?
8 days • Private tour • 5★ Hotels • 5★ Nile Cruise • Domestic Flights • Expert Egyptologist
A well-balanced itinerary combining Cairo's ancient wonders with an unforgettable Nile journey from Aswan to Luxor, making it an excellent choice for travelers who want to experience Egypt's essential highlights in just one week.
Highlights
- Giza Pyramids & the Great Sphinx
- Step Pyramid of Djoser at Sakkara
- Memphis Open-Air Museum
- Egyptian Museum & Mummies’ Room
- Salah El-Din Citadel
- Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Aswan High Dam
- Temple of Philae
- Unfinished Obelisk
- Temple of Kom Ombo
- Temple of Horus at Edfu
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
- Karnak Temple
- Luxor Temple
Included
- 4 nights in a 5★ Cairo hotel
- 3 nights aboard a 5★ Nile Cruise
- Domestic flights
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Horse carriage at Edfu
- Taftaf at the Valley of the Kings
- Motorboat to Philae Temple
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 3 dinners
- Meet, greet and assistance at arrivals and departures
- Private sightseeing tours
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sightseeing
- Portage when needed
- All service charges and taxes
Not Included
- International airfare
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional tours not mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Arrival at Cairo International Airport. Meet and assist by our English-speaking representative, assistance with arrival formalities and luggage, followed by transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: No Meals
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Giza Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure and the Great Sphinx.
Continue to Sakkara to see the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser, then visit Memphis and its Open-Air Museum, including the impressive statue of Ramses II.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Visit the Egyptian Museum, including its remarkable collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and the Mummies’ Room.
After lunch, visit the Citadel of Salah El-Din, followed by the historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Fly from Cairo to Aswan. Embark on your 5★ Nile Cruise.
Visit:
- Aswan High Dam
- Temple of Philae
- Unfinished Obelisk
Enjoy lunch and dinner aboard the cruise.
Overnight: Nile Cruise – Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris.
Continue sailing to Edfu and enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride to the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient temples.
In the evening, enjoy an Egyptian folkloric show aboard the cruise.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Explore the legendary West Bank of Luxor:
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy the remainder of the day aboard the ship.
Overnight: Nile Cruise – Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Disembark after breakfast and explore the spectacular Karnak Temple Complex.
Continue to Luxor Temple, one of the most important monuments of ancient Thebes.
Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Price Policy
May – September
|
Room Type |
Price Per Person |
|
Triple Room |
$1,379 |
|
Double Room |
$1,473 |
|
Single Room |
$2,106 |
October – April
|
Room Type |
Price Per Person |
|
Triple Room |
$1,639 |
|
Double Room |
$1,733 |
|
Single Room |
$2,462 |
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