Includes/Excludes
Includes
- Round-trip domestic flights (Cairo → Luxor / Aswan → Cairo)
- 5 nights hotel accommodation in Cairo
- 4 nights Nile cruise accommodation (full board)
- Professional Egyptologist tour guide throughout
- Private air-conditioned transfers
- Meals as mentioned (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bottled water during tours
Excludes
- entrance fees for included sites
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Tipping (optional)
Overview
This 10-day tour is a complete Egyptian journey, combining history, culture, and the unique experience of sailing the Nile between Luxor and Aswan. Begin in Cairo exploring the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Saqqara, and Memphis, followed by a visit to the Egyptian Museum and the vibrant streets of Islamic Cairo. Fly to Luxor to board your luxury Nile cruise, visiting the Karnak and Luxor Temples, then cross to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. Sail south with stops at Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple, enjoying the scenic Nile landscapes. In Aswan, admire the Philae Temple, the High Dam, and take an optional felucca ride. A highlight of the tour is a visit to the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, a monumental testament to Ramses II. This tour offers a seamless mix of sightseeing, cultural immersion, and luxurious river cruising for an unforgettable Egyptian experience.
Highlights
- Great Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx
- Saqqara Step Pyramid & Memphis
- Egyptian Museum & Islamic Cairo
- Luxor Temples & Valley of the Kings
- Luxury Nile cruise experience with stops at Edfu & Kom Ombo
- Aswan’s Philae Temple, High Dam, and optional felucca ride
- Awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples