An incredible Cairo and Nile cruise journey to Egypt, the “Cradle of Human Civilization,” will give you a fantastic experience combining majestic sightseeing in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. In just 6 days, this Cairo and Nile cruise package will immerse you in the magic of Egyptian mythology and the splendor of the ancient pharaohs. Experience firsthand the captivating stories, magnificent monuments. Explore the best destinations in Egypt, visiting famous landmarks like the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, and taking a luxury deluxe Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor to witness temples and tombs such as Karnak, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Valley of the Kings.
| INCLUDED |
| Air-conditioned vehicle for comfortable travel between sites. |
| Airport pickup and drop-off |
| Entrance fees |
| Bottled water |
| Professional Egyptologist guide |
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| EXCLUDED |
| Personal expenses |
| Optional activities |
| Meals and drinks unless specified. |
| Gratitude for the guide and driver. |
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Day 1: Welcome to Cairo
Your Cairo and Nile cruise journey begins at your chosen hotel in Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be cordially received by our English-speaking representative, who will assist you with all formalities. Enjoy a private transfer in an air-conditioned van to your hotel in Cairo. Upon arrival, check in, rest, and refresh. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Cairo.
Day 2: Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel. Meet your English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide to begin your adventure by visiting the famed far and wide Pyramids of Giza—Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure—where the greatness of the ancient world is embodied in three majestic pyramids and the enigmatic Sphinx, silently guarding the plateau for millennia.
After visiting the pyramids, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Continue your tour to the Egyptian Museum, where countless treasures, which is among the most comprehensive in the world, illustrate the fascinating history of Egypt. Don’t miss the room dedicated to King Tutankhamun, putting on display like a prized gem his treasures, jewelry, and the legendary golden mask, which were hidden in his tomb for over 3,500 years before their discovery in 1920. After your tour, return to your hotel for overnight in Cairo.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Fly to Aswan and Discover Its Wonders
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and meet our representative for a transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, join your Egyptologist guide to get a glimpse behind the curtain of Aswan’s beauty. Visit the impressive High Dam, built by President Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 to protect Egypt from the Nile floods. Then, enjoy a scenic boat ride on the Nile River to Agilika Island to explore the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, the mother of Horus, and built during the Greco-Roman era.
Afterward, visit the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk, made of red granite and dedicated to Amun-Ra, which remains partially carved out of bedrock. Once your tour concludes, you will be transferred to your luxury Nile cruise ship for check-in and an overnight stay in Aswan.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples
Enjoy breakfast on board your cruise ship before joining your Egyptologist guide to visit one of Egypt’s most intriguing temples, the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris. This unique temple is actually two symmetrical temples built to honor both deities. Afterward, return to your ship for lunch while sailing along the scenic Nile.
In the afternoon, take a chariot ride to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the most well-preserved temple in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus. After your visit, return to your cruise ship and relax on board, enjoying dinner and an evening Egyptian Folkloric Show party organized by the ship’s staff.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Luxor’s West and East Banks
After breakfast on board, embark on an incredible tour of Luxor, the sacred city of ancient Egypt. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of the pharaohs, where you can see the tombs of powerful rulers. Next, head to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an architectural marvel carved directly into the cliffs and dedicated to Egypt’s first female pharaoh.
Conclude the West Bank tour with a visit to the imposing Colossi of Memnon, the two monumental statues of Amenhotep III. After lunch on board your ship, journey to the East Bank to discover the majestic Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest temple complexes in the world, dedicated primarily to the god Amun-Ra. Finish your tour at the Temple of Luxor, built by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II. Return to your cruise ship for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Fly Back to Cairo and Departure
Check out after breakfast, then transfer by private air-conditioned van to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo, where you will catch your connection flight back home, taking with you the unforgettable memories of this 6-day Egypt travel package.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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