8 Day Cairo and Nile Cruise Tour

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative who will assist with all arrival formalities. You’ll then be transferred in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free for you to relax or explore the city at your own pace, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of Egypt’s capital.

Meals: None

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide and set out to explore the legendary Giza Plateau. Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza: Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, and gaze upon the enigmatic Sphinx guarding the Valley Temple. After a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where thousands of ancient artifacts reveal the grandeur of Egypt’s past. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, your guide will escort you to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, followed by a visit to the impressive Aswan High Dam. Later, board your luxurious Nile cruise and enjoy lunch on board. Spend the afternoon relaxing as your river journey begins.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise

Enjoy breakfast as your cruise sails northward. Stop at Kom Ombo to visit its unique Twin Temple of Kom Ombo, devoted to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Continue sailing to Edfu, where a horse-drawn carriage will take you to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Return to the ship for dinner and relaxation as you sail toward Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise

After breakfast, cross to the West Bank of Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs, including Ramses II and Tutankhamun. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece nestled beneath towering cliffs. Conclude your morning with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to your cruise for lunch and leisure time.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise

Disembark after breakfast and begin your tour of Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the monumental Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built, with its vast hypostyle hall of towering columns. Then, explore the nearby Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes. Later, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo, where you’ll be met and taken to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast, meet your guide for a full day of exploration in Cairo. Begin at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to an unparalleled collection of ancient treasures, including the golden artifacts of King Tutankhamun. Continue to the Salah El-Din Citadel, a medieval fortress offering panoramic views of the city. Inside, visit the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali, known for its Ottoman-style domes and alabaster walls. Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening or optional shopping in Cairo’s lively bazaars.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Overnight: Cairo

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. You will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your remarkable 8-day Cairo and Nile cruise adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: None