Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

8-Day Egypt Highlights Tour with Nile Cruise and Abu Simbel

8 Days Round trip from Sheraton Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Great Giza Pyramids and Sphinx
02 Understand the history and heritage of the country at the Egyptian Museum
03 Offer your prayers at Karnak Temple, one of the largest temples in the world
04 Visit the unique Hatshepsut Temple and Luxor Temple
05 Admire the impressive Luxor West Bank and the High Dam
06 Pay your respects at Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Edfu Temple
07 Enjoy cruising on the Nile
08 Look at the majestic Colossi of Memnon

Explore the grandeur of Egypt's temples and cities on a Nile cruise, travelling through Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Abu Simbel. Step back in time as you visit the Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu Temple, Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Egyptian Museum. The journey also includes the world-famous Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza, along with the monumental temples of Abu Simbel. This 8-day experience combines ancient history, iconic monuments, and scenic cruising on the Nile.

Explore the grandeur of Egypt's temples and cities on a Nile cruise, travelling through Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Abu Simbel.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Abu Simbel

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Cairo

Upon your arrival at Cairo Airport, one of our staff members will be waiting for you. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Cairo by a new-model A/C car.

Overnight accommodation in Cairo.

Day 02

Egyptian Museum and Giza Pyramids

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, where you will witness a rare collection spanning 5,000 years of Egyptian art. Here, you will also see an exhibition devoted to the Tutankhamen collection of gold and other treasures.
Then, you will visit the Great Pyramids - Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerions. Cheops is the largest pyramid ever constructed.
Next, you will enjoy a close look at the Sphinx - a colossal funerary complex guarded by the famous lion's body with the face of King Chephren.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Cairo.

Day 03

Fly to Luxor and Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples

Once your breakfast is over, we will transfer you to Cairo Domestic Airport.
From there, you will catch your departure flight to Luxor.
After arriving at Luxor Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. After check-in, you will enjoy a trip with us to the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor.
Enjoy an excursion to Luxor Temple, where you can see its massive courtyard and the granite statues of Ramses the Great.
Then, we will proceed to Karnak before transferring you to the Nile cruise. Lunch will be served on board.

Overnight halt in Luxor.

Day 04

Luxor West Bank Exploration

After breakfast at your hotel, you will enjoy a trip to the West Bank - the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari.

Overnight accommodation on the cruise.

Day 05

Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

After breakfast on board, we will take you to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Then, you will sail to Kom Ombo.
After lunch on board, visit the shrine shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo.

Overnight lodging in Kom Ombo.

Day 06

Cruise to Aswan and Visit Philae Temple

After breakfast on board, we will cruise to Aswan. There, you will see the High Dam, the Granite Quarries, and the Temple of Philae. Lunch will be served on board.

Overnight stay in Aswan.

Day 07

Abu Simbel Excursion and Return to Cairo

On day 7, you will explore the Temple of Abu Simbel, built by Ramses II.
After a full day of exploration, you will be transferred to Aswan Airport to catch your departure flight to Cairo.

Overnight halt in Cairo.

Day 08

Departure from Egypt

After breakfast, our representative will transfer you to the airport, where you will catch your final departure flight from Egypt.

Where this trip takes you

Nile cruise, Abu Simbel, Great Pyramid of Giza, Luxor Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Sheraton 7 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

3 nights' hotel accommodation in Cairo on a bed and breakfast basis
4 nights on board a cruise between Luxor and Aswan on a full-board basis, with sightseeing included
1 day tour in Cairo visiting the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, and Sphinx
Entrance fees for the scenic spots as listed in the itinerary
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Sightseeing or activities as listed in the itinerary
01 bottle of water every day for each traveller
All transfers in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan
All tours and excursions by A/C vehicle
English-speaking expert Egyptologist guide
All taxes and services
Domestic airfare: Cairo/Luxor and Aswan/Cairo

What's Not Included

Visa entry for Egypt
International flights
Personal items
Tipping
Any other items not mentioned
Any optional tours
Drinks during meals

Know before you go

Accommodation includes daily breakfast. Check-in is generally after 2 pm, and check-out is before 12 pm (noon).
Early check-in or late check-out is subject to room availability and may generate an additional half-day or full-day room charge.
Visa entry for Egypt can be provided upon arrival at your request.

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