Cairo and Nile Cruise Return Flight Included 7 Days

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival Cairo
1 stop
1
Cairo International Airport
Arrival in Cairo. Meet your representative at Cairo International Airport for a seamless arrival. Experience a private transfer to your preferred hotel, check-in and overnight in Cairo.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Visit the Giza Pyramids - Sphinx and Egyptian Museum
3 stops
2
Pyramids of Giza
Start your day with a visit to the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza, an ancient wonder that includes the impressive pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Great Sphinx
Marvel at the Sphinx and the Valley Temple that accompany these magnificent structures. As you approach, catch glimpses of these historic slopes amidst Cairo's modern skyline. Stand in awe of the towering 481-foot Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest among them.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
4
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
head to the Egyptian Museum, home to the treasures of the young pharaoh Tutankhamen. Guided by your Egyptologist, this experience provides a perfect introduction to the historic sites you'll explore along the Nile. After a fulfilling day, return to your Cairo hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 3
Cairo - Flight to Aswan - High Dam - Philae Temple - Nubian Village ( Optional )
4 stops
5
Cairo
Take a quick flight from Cairo to Aswan to begin your day.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
Aswan High Dam
You'll explore Aswan and settle into your cruise ship on the Nile. Have a great day sightseeing! First, visit the Aswan High Dam, constructed from 1960 to 1970. This dam is the largest of its kind globally and was built to manage the Nile River and prevent flooding in Egypt.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
7
Temple of Philae
Visit the Philae Temple, built in honor of the goddess Isis. This temple is stunning and would have been lost to floods if not for the Aswan dam. Return to Aswan, get on your cruise ship, and enjoy lunch as you start your next journey.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
8
Nubian Village
In the late afternoon, you have the option to visit the Nubian Village, which is vibrant with colorful houses. People here have been farming along the Nile for a long time. The village has its own unique culture, and you'll see camels strolling through the streets. Spend the night in Aswan.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Abu Simbel ( Optional ) - Kom Ombo - Edfu Overnight
3 stops
9
Abu Simbel
( Optional Tour ) You have a great chance to take an early morning tour to see the Great Temples of Abu Simbel. These amazing temples were built by Ramses II and Nefertari. They are known for their beauty and also for being moved in 1968 to avoid being underwater due to Lake Nasser.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
10
Kom Ombo
After that, you'll sail for about 5 hours to Kom Ombo from Aswan. There, you'll visit the Kom Ombo Temple. This temple is special because it's dedicated to two gods: Haroeris (an ancient form of the falcon-headed god Horus) and the Crocodile God Sobek. The temple is on the Nile's banks, where crocodiles used to sunbathe.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
11
Edfu
On the Nile Cruise ship, you'll enjoy an Egyptian Night Party. Everyone wears a traditional Egyptian gown called a Galabeya. The party will have a mix of old 60's & 70's dance songs and Arabian music. You'll spend the night in Edfu.
Admission ticket free
Day 5
Edfu - Sailing to Luxor - Karnak Temples
2 stops
12
Temple of Horus
During the morning, you'll visit the Temple of Edfu by the Nile. Start your day by exploring the well-preserved and huge Temple of Edfu. This temple was constructed to honor Horus, the god of the sky and the child of Osiris and Isis. It was built during the Greco-Roman era under Cleopatra VII's rule.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
13
Karnak Open Air Museum
After the tour, you'll continue your journey by sailing on the Nile. In the afternoon, you'll reach Luxor and have the chance to explore the impressive temples of Luxor and Karnak. These temples, dedicated to the god Amun Ra, showcase how the pharaohs built grand structures. You'll also witness the recently opened path of sphinxes and much more. Don't miss the temple shows at night, offering excellent photo opportunities.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Valley of the Kings
4 stops
14
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Step off the cruise ship and begin an early morning adventure to Luxor's West Bank. Your journey starts by crossing the Nile River. Discover the remarkable Temple of Hatshepsut, a symbol of the achievements of ancient Egypt's notable female Pharaoh. Hatshepsut, inspired by her powerful father, flourished during her reign. She undertook famous trade voyages to present-day Somalia, the land of Punt, bringing back valuable treasures.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
15
Valley of the Kings
Next, head to the Valley of the Kings, where you can enter a royal tomb and marvel at the array of 64 tombs, each with its unique size and complexity. Ranging from simple pits to elaborate chambers with over 120 royal rooms, this site also features the Colossus of Memnon and ongoing archaeological efforts.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
16
Luxor Temple
Visit Luxor Temple, Ipet-resyt “Southern Sanctuary” to the ancient Egyptians, was so called because of its location within ancient Thebes (modern Luxor). It is located around three kilometers to the south of Karnak Temple, to which it was once linked with a processional way bordered with sphinxes. The oldest evidence for this temple dates to the Eighteenth Dynasty (c.1550–1295 BC).
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
17
Luxor
Wrap up your exploration with a transfer to Luxor International Airport for an evening flight to Cairo International Airport. Upon arrival in Cairo, settle in for the night in Cairo hotel.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Cairo - Flight Home
1 stop
18
Cairo
After breakfast - When you're ready, we'll arrange a hassle-free transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departing flight. If you're interested, you can also inquire about the option to extend your journey to the Holy Mount Sinai. Your travel experience is the priority!
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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