Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

8-Day Nile Cruise and Cairo Highlights Tour through Egypt

8 Days Round trip from Oruba، Road، El Nozha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and Ben Ezra synagogue
  • 02 Marvel at Karnak Temple, Horus Temple, and Hatshepsut Temple
  • 03 Visit the fascinating Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens
  • 04 See the Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, and the Egyptian Museum
  • 05 Check out the scenic Philae Temple and the botanical garden by Felucca
  • 06 Enjoy the experience of a luxury Nile cruise

Climb aboard this 8-day Egyptian cruise and sail along the banks of the mighty Nile, dotted with ancient tombs and temples. See iconic sites such as the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Ben Ezra synagogue, and Karnak Temple, then continue to the world-famous Valley of the Kings, Horus Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, and other celebrated landmarks of Egypt. This journey combines Cairo's historic treasures with a serene luxury cruise through the Nile.

Climb aboard this 8-day Egyptian cruise and sail along the banks of the mighty Nile, dotted with ancient tombs and temples.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Esna
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Cairo

  • Pick up from the airport and transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and Old Cairo

  • Watch the glory of the Giza Pyramids.

  • Proceed to the Sphinx and the Valley Temple.

  • Have lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Visit the Egyptian Museum and scout the treasures of Tut Ankh Amun.

  • Explore Old Cairo, and visit the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, and Ben Ezra synagogue.

  • Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.

3
Day 03

Fly to Luxor and Board Your Luxury Nile Cruise

  • Transfer to Cairo Airport and fly to Luxor.

  • Get transferred to your luxury Nile cruise.

  • Stare at the amazement of Karnak Temple.

  • Take a walk through Luxor Temple and return to your luxury Nile cruise.

Dinner and overnight on board.

4
Day 04

Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, and Esna Sailing

  • Visit the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens.

  • Proceed to see Hatshepsut Temple.

  • See the Colossi of Memnon.

  • Have lunch on board and watch life unfold while sailing to Esna.

  • Get your dinner on board your luxury Nile cruise in Esna.

5
Day 05

Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, and Sailing to Aswan

  • Sail to Edfu and start to scout Edfu Temple (Horus Temple).

  • Watch the beauty of the Nile while sailing to Kom Ombo.

  • Pay a visit to Kom Ombo Temple, Sobek, and Horus Temple.

  • Have lunch on board and watch life unfold while sailing to Aswan.

  • Get your dinner on board your luxury Nile cruise and overnight in Kom Ombo.

6
Day 06

Aswan Highlights and Felucca Ride

  • Sail to Aswan and stop to explore the High Dam.

  • Visit Philae Temple.

  • Proceed to see the botanical garden by Felucca.

  • Return to your luxury Nile cruise.

Dinner and overnight on board.

7
Day 07

Return to Cairo

  • Have breakfast on board and get transferred to Aswan Airport.

  • Fly back to Cairo.

  • Arrive in Cairo and get transferred to the hotel.

  • Go for a sound and light show at the Pyramids or try the dinner cruise with the Belly Dancer show.

Overnight in Cairo.

8
Day 08

Departure from Cairo

  • Have your breakfast at the hotel.

  • Transfer to Cairo Airport to catch your flight back home.

Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, Philae Temple and the botanical garden by Felucca

Where this trip takes you

Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, Philae Temple and the botanical garden by Felucca

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Oruba، Road، El Nozha 7 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Meet and assist at Cairo Airport upon arrival, and transfer to the hotel by air-conditioned deluxe vehicle

  • 03 nights accommodation in Cairo at a luxury 05-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis

  • 01 day excursion in Cairo as mentioned in the above program

  • English-speaking Egyptian tour guide in Cairo

  • 01 lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo

  • 01 bottle of mineral water for each person

  • 04 nights accommodation on board a 05-star luxury Nile cruise, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner

  • All sightseeing tours on board your Nile cruise

  • Felucca ride to the Botanical Garden

  • Entrance fees to the sites on board your Nile cruise

  • English-speaking guide on board your luxury Nile cruise

  • All transfers in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan by air-conditioned deluxe vehicle

  • All service charges and taxes

  • Assist and transfer to Cairo International Airport on your final departure

What's Not Included

  • International flight

  • Visa to Egypt

  • Domestic flight Cairo / Luxor - Aswan / Cairo

  • Optional tours

  • Tips

Know before you go

  • Prices are not valid for Christmas, New Year, or Easter period.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo International Airport (CAI), Shebeen, Sheraton Al Matar, Hada'iq El Qobbah, Egypt
Tour start
Oruba، Road، El Nozha, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Oruba، Road، El Nozha.

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