Itinerary
07 Days - 06 Nights
Cairo - Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu - Luxor - Cairo
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$989 / U$D
07 Days - 06 Nights
Day 1: Arrive in Cairo and explore the city by Night.
- Your journey begins to Egypt the moment you arrive at Cairo International Airport.
The airport representative of Nile Cruisen, the local Egyptian company, will wait for you, ready to welcome you warmly and provide smooth assistance during customs procedures, immigration, and collect your luggage.
After completing all the official procedures, assemble your bags: you will be carried by a private car to your hotel in Cairo to ensure a smooth access. - You can spend the rest of the evening in relaxation and acclimatization before spending your night in this vibrant capital, Cairo.
- – Meals: Welcome drink – Snack.
– Overnight: in Cairo Hotel.
Day 2: Visit the Giza Pyramids and the GEM museum in Cairo.
- Start your day with a delicious breakfast in the hotel; then meet your Egyptologist tourist guide for launching on a trip to the Giza Plateau to visit the three pyramids (Khufu, Khafra, Menkaure) and the majestic Sphinx. Do not miss the opportunity to take memorial photos and visit the panorama area for a comprehensive view of the pyramids.
- As part of your trip to Cairo, you will be accompanied on a tour through the Papyrus Institute to discover the secrets of the industry of the ancient Egyptians for the first paper in the world. After this historical glimpse, you will enjoy the authentic area flavors with a local meal.At noon, we will continue our journey to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GM), which eagerly discover its famous global group of ancient Egyptian monuments, and the features of life in the oldest ancient civilizations. Since the museum is in the experimental opening stage, this visit is conditional on the entry of public. In the event of entering, the tour will move to the famous Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.
- – Visit: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum & Papyrus Institute.
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
– Overnight: in Cairo hotel.
Day 3: Aswan and the beginning of your Nile adventure.
- Your Egyptian trip continues to start from Cairo on a short morning trip, heading south to the sunny city of Aswan by flight.
Upon your arrival at Aswan airport, you will be welcomed and transferred directly to the riverbank to start the most famous part of your journey: the Nile Cruise.
(Depending on the flight schedule, we may begin the Aswan tour upon arrival at the airport, before embarking on the Nile cruise.) - After going up to your floating Nile hotel and enjoying a delicious lunch, the afternoon will be filled with unforgettable explorations. You will discover ancient treasures of Aswan, starting with a visit to the Philae Temple, a majestic refuge dedicated to the goddess Isis. After that, you will see the splendor of old engineering on the unfinished obelisk site.
- To conclude, you will experience the magic of the immortal river with a relaxing trip on a traditional sailboat (Felucca). With the evening approaching, you will return to your Nile cruise ship for a luxurious dinner, then you will settle in to spend your first quiet night on the Nile.
- – Visits: Phiale temple, Unfinished obelisk & Felucca Ride.
- – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- – Overnight: on the Nile Cruise board.
Day 4: A Recreation in Aswan and visit the Temple of Two Gods.
- Wake up to a beautiful morning on the banks of the Nile, while your River cruise remains in Aswan. After enjoying a delicious breakfast on board, you can explore the city at your convenience. or simply relax in the sun deck and enjoy the quiet atmosphere.
- During the day, you will enjoy a delicious lunch on the ship while sailing, to start its wonderful journey towards Kom Ombo. will spend a period of relaxation in the afternoon watching the scenic landscape of the Nile Valley, while the lights of the green river gave way to the golden desert sand.
- Late in the afternoon, we will reach our destination: the unique Kom Ombo Temple, which stands majestically on the banks of the river. You will go down from the ship to explore this Greek Roman shrine, uniquely devoted to God: Sobek with a crocodile head, the god of fertility, and the Great Horus with a Falcon head.
- At dusk, you will return to the ship for a luxurious dinner. We spend the evening quietly sailing to our next stop, Edfu. Relax and enjoy the amenities on board the ship while your journey continues under the sky of Egypt, which is set with the stars before you sleep at night.
- – Visits: Kom Ombo Temple.
- – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- – Overnight: on the Nile Cruise board.
Day 5: The splendor of Edfu visit and a Night Trip to Luxor.
- Your day begins with a lovely breakfast on board; then, meet your guide for the next journey to visit the wonderful temple of Horus in Edfu. A traditional horse cart will take you to what is known as the best archaeological temple preserved in Egypt, providing you with an amazing journey through time.
- After the tour, you will return to the Nile Cruise for lunch while sailing towards the legendary city of Luxor. Relax and enjoy the scenic views of the Nile, including passing through the wonderful Esna lock.
- When you arrive in Luxor this evening, you will start on a picturesque tour of the Luxor Temple. Seeing his great columns and dramatically luminous statues against the background of the night sky is an unforgettable experience. Today it concludes with dinner and entertainment on board with an oriental party on the ship, where it will be to spend the night, ready to explore more of the Luxor features in the morning.
- – Visits: Edfu Temple & Luxor Temple.
- – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- – Overnight: on the Nile Cruise board.
Day 6: A wonderful tour of ancient Luxor - fly to Cairo.
- Your last day begins in Upper Egypt with a breakfast on the Nile cruise. After disembarking of departure, it will start on an unforgettable tour in Luxor, the old city of Thebes.
It starts to explore from the West Bank, the famous royal cemetery, where your expert in Egyptology will lead you to the Valley of the Kings. There, you will go to the wonderful pharaohs’ graves, decorated with vibrant hieroglyphic writings that have withstood thousands of years. The tour continues to the amazing Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece based on a rocky shelf, followed by stopping to take pictures in front of the huge Memnon statues, the silent guards of a long-lost temple. - Then you will return to the eastern bank to visit the Karnak temples complex, the largest old religious site in the world. In its vast gateway to the tall columns, explore the sacred lake, great halls, and shrines allocated to Amun god.
- At the end of your archaeological tour, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for the return trip to Cairo. Upon your arrival, our representative will be waiting for you to help you and provide a smooth transportation to your hotel to register, to conclude your wonderful exploratory day with a comfortable end.
- – Visits: Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut temple, Colossi of Memnon & Karnak Temple.
- – Meals: Breakfast.
- – Overnight: in Cairo hotel.
Day 7: Goodbye to Egypt.
- On the last day of your trip, enjoy a luxurious breakfast in your hotel in Cairo, and take back your beautiful memories.
- At the appointed time, your driver will pick you up in a special and comfortable transport to Cairo International Airport. Our departure service is designed to ensure a smooth and tension-free farewell. We will help you with the necessary airport procedures, leaving you to focus on your next trip and the unforgettable impressions of your Egyptian adventure.
- We wish you a safe trip, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
- Please note: your Egypt trip may be subject to change due to the flight schedule or the Nile cruise operations. However, all the sightseeing tour in your program is guaranteed.
07 Days - 06 Nights
Day 1: Arrive in Cairo and explore the city by Night.
- Your journey begins to Egypt the moment you arrive at Cairo International Airport.
The airport representative of Nile Cruisen, the local Egyptian company, will wait for you, ready to welcome you warmly and provide smooth assistance during customs procedures, immigration, and collect your luggage.
After completing all the official procedures, assemble your bags: you will be carried by a private car to your hotel in Cairo to ensure a smooth access. - You can spend the rest of the evening in relaxation and acclimatization before spending your night in this vibrant capital, Cairo.
- – Meals: Welcome drink – Snack.
– Overnight: in Cairo Hotel.
Day 2: Visit the Giza Pyramids and the GEM museum in Cairo.
- Start your day with a delicious breakfast in the hotel; then meet your Egyptologist tourist guide for launching on a trip to the Giza Plateau to visit the three pyramids (Khufu, Khafra, Menkaure) and the majestic Sphinx. Do not miss the opportunity to take memorial photos and visit the panorama area for a comprehensive view of the pyramids.
- As part of your trip to Cairo, you will be accompanied on a tour through the Papyrus Institute to discover the secrets of the industry of the ancient Egyptians for the first paper in the world. After this historical glimpse, you will enjoy the authentic area flavors with a local meal.At noon, we will continue our journey to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GM), which eagerly discover its famous global group of ancient Egyptian monuments, and the features of life in the oldest ancient civilizations. Since the museum is in the experimental opening stage, this visit is conditional on the entry of public. In the event of entering, the tour will move to the famous Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.
- – Visit: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum & Papyrus Institute.
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
– Overnight: in Cairo hotel.
Day 3: Aswan and the beginning of your Nile adventure.
- Your Egyptian trip continues to start from Cairo on a short morning trip, heading south to the sunny city of Aswan by flight.
Upon your arrival at Aswan airport, you will be welcomed and transferred directly to the riverbank to start the most famous part of your journey: the Nile Cruise.
(Depending on the flight schedule, we may begin the Aswan tour upon arrival at the airport, before embarking on the Nile cruise.) - After going up to your floating Nile hotel and enjoying a delicious lunch, the afternoon will be filled with unforgettable explorations. You will discover ancient treasures of Aswan, starting with a visit to the Philae Temple, a majestic refuge dedicated to the goddess Isis. After that, you will see the splendor of old engineering on the unfinished obelisk site.
- To conclude, you will experience the magic of the immortal river with a relaxing trip on a traditional sailboat (Felucca). With the evening approaching, you will return to your Nile cruise ship for a luxurious dinner, then you will settle in to spend your first quiet night on the Nile.
- – Visits: Phiale temple, Unfinished obelisk & Felucca Ride.
- – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- – Overnight: on the Nile Cruise board.
Day 4: A Recreation in Aswan and visit the Temple of Two Gods.
- Wake up to a beautiful morning on the banks of the Nile, while your River cruise remains in Aswan. After enjoying a delicious breakfast on board, you can explore the city at your convenience. or simply relax in the sun deck and enjoy the quiet atmosphere.
- During the day, you will enjoy a delicious lunch on the ship while sailing, to start its wonderful journey towards Kom Ombo. will spend a period of relaxation in the afternoon watching the scenic landscape of the Nile Valley, while the lights of the green river gave way to the golden desert sand.
- Late in the afternoon, we will reach our destination: the unique Kom Ombo Temple, which stands majestically on the banks of the river. You will go down from the ship to explore this Greek Roman shrine, uniquely devoted to God: Sobek with a crocodile head, the god of fertility, and the Great Horus with a Falcon head.
- At dusk, you will return to the ship for a luxurious dinner. We spend the evening quietly sailing to our next stop, Edfu. Relax and enjoy the amenities on board the ship while your journey continues under the sky of Egypt, which is set with the stars before you sleep at night.
- – Visits: Kom Ombo Temple.
- – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- – Overnight: on the Nile Cruise board.
Day 5: The splendor of Edfu visit and a Night Trip to Luxor.
- Your day begins with a lovely breakfast on board; then, meet your guide for the next journey to visit the wonderful temple of Horus in Edfu. A traditional horse cart will take you to what is known as the best archaeological temple preserved in Egypt, providing you with an amazing journey through time.
- After the tour, you will return to the Nile Cruise for lunch while sailing towards the legendary city of Luxor. Relax and enjoy the scenic views of the Nile, including passing through the wonderful Esna lock.
- When you arrive in Luxor this evening, you will start on a picturesque tour of the Luxor Temple. Seeing his great columns and dramatically luminous statues against the background of the night sky is an unforgettable experience. Today it concludes with dinner and entertainment on board with an oriental party on the ship, where it will be to spend the night, ready to explore more of the Luxor features in the morning.
- – Visits: Edfu Temple & Luxor Temple.
- – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- – Overnight: on the Nile Cruise board.
Day 6: A wonderful tour of ancient Luxor - fly to Cairo.
- Your last day begins in Upper Egypt with a breakfast on the Nile cruise. After disembarking of departure, it will start on an unforgettable tour in Luxor, the old city of Thebes.
It starts to explore from the West Bank, the famous royal cemetery, where your expert in Egyptology will lead you to the Valley of the Kings. There, you will go to the wonderful pharaohs’ graves, decorated with vibrant hieroglyphic writings that have withstood thousands of years. The tour continues to the amazing Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece based on a rocky shelf, followed by stopping to take pictures in front of the huge Memnon statues, the silent guards of a long-lost temple. - Then you will return to the eastern bank to visit the Karnak temples complex, the largest old religious site in the world. In its vast gateway to the tall columns, explore the sacred lake, great halls, and shrines allocated to Amun god.
- At the end of your archaeological tour, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for the return trip to Cairo. Upon your arrival, our representative will be waiting for you to help you and provide a smooth transportation to your hotel to register, to conclude your wonderful exploratory day with a comfortable end.
- – Visits: Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut temple, Colossi of Memnon & Karnak Temple.
- – Meals: Breakfast.
- – Overnight: in Cairo hotel.
Day 7: Goodbye to Egypt.
- On the last day of your trip, enjoy a luxurious breakfast in your hotel in Cairo, and take back your beautiful memories.
- At the appointed time, your driver will pick you up in a special and comfortable transport to Cairo International Airport. Our departure service is designed to ensure a smooth and tension-free farewell. We will help you with the necessary airport procedures, leaving you to focus on your next trip and the unforgettable impressions of your Egyptian adventure.
- We wish you a safe trip, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
- Please note: your Egypt trip may be subject to change due to the flight schedule or the Nile cruise operations. However, all the sightseeing tour in your program is guaranteed.
Package Facilities
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Accommodation.
– Cairo Hotel: Steignebrger El Tahrir hotel – Hilton Nile Hotel.
– Nile Cruise: Sonesta Nile Goddess – Concerto Nile Cruise
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Experience Egypt: An All-Inclusive Journey
This package was designed for your maximum comfort. Your journey includes staying at a hotel in the center of the city or near it in Cairo with breakfast, and 3 nights on board a 5-star Nile River ship with full accommodation (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). We manage all transportation services, including private air -conditioned cars, transportation services to and from the airport, and internal flights between Cairo/ Aswan and Luxor/Cairo.
A tourist guide specializing in Egyptology will accompany you to all historical sites, and the price of the trip covers all entry fees according to the trip program, in addition to all service and tax fees. Our local representatives are available around the clock throughout the week to ensure that your journey is running smoothly.
Prices Guides
Low Season: 15 May to 15 September.
- $ 989 per person, based on three people sharing a triple room/cabin.
- $1,079 per person, based on two people sharing a double room/cabin.
- $1,699 for a single traveler in a private room/cabin.
High Season: 16 September to 14 May.
- $ 1269 per person, based on three people sharing a triple room/cabin.
- $1,379 per person, based on two people sharing a double room/cabin.
- $2,099 for a single traveler in a private room/cabin.
Prices
– All prices are quoted per person for the entire trip.
– Prices are in U.S. Dollars (USD).
– Rates are not applicable during the peak holiday periods of Easter, Christmas, and New Year.
Children Policy
- Ages 0-5: Free of charge when sharing a parent’s room (Not including flight fare)
- Ages 6-11: Pay 50% of the adult tour price.
- Ages 12 and up: Charged the full adult rate.
- – (Note: This policy applies to children sharing a room with two adults. Conditions may vary for flights.)
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusion
- Meet & Greet: All meet and assist services by our representatives upon your arrival and departure
- Accommodation:
- Three nights’ accommodation in a Cairo hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Three nights’ accommodation on a deluxe Nile cruise on a full-board basis (including breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- Flights: Domestic airfare for the flight from Cairo to Aswan & Luxor/Cairo.
- Guided Tours:
- Services of a professional, licensed Egyptologist tour guide for all sightseeing excursions.
- All shore excursions along the Cairo and the Nile Cruise are as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Transportation: All transfers in a private, modern, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
- Entrance Fees: Admission fees to all historical sites and attractions listed in the itinerary.
- Support: Dedicated assistance from our personnel throughout your entire stay and excursions.
- Taxes & Service Charges: All taxes and service fees required by the Egyptian government are included.
Exclusion
- Entry Visa to Egypt: The cost of obtaining an entry visa is not included.
- Personal Expenses: Any expenses of a personal nature, such as souvenirs, laundry, and telephone calls.
- Gratuities (Tipping): Tips for your guides, drivers, and cruise staff are not covered in the package price.
- Optional Tours: Any tours or activities not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary (e.g., Hot Air Balloon, Abu Simbel trip).
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FAQs
What is the perfect time for a Cruise journey on the Nile?
From October to April is the best time for a Cruise trip on the Nile, where the weather is cooler. The temperatures are more moderate in this period, which facilitates visiting Luxor and Aswan tourist attractions and spending an enjoyable time in the open air.
Is Egypt safe to travel?
Yes, Egypt is mostly safe for tourists, especially in the famous tourist areas. But it is always recommended to see travel warnings and follow local advice from local tour operator in Egypt such as Nile Cruisen
What kind of clothes should be worn when visiting temples in Egypt?
It is best to wear modest clothes when visiting temples and other sacred places. This usually means covering the shoulders and knees, and women can use a scarf to cover their hair if they visit the Islamic mosques.
Does the Nile Cruise include everything?
Most Nile Cruises include everything, such as food, stay, and activities. But it is necessary to review the details of each Cruise package to see if there are any additional expenses, such as beverages or optional tours.
What kind of currency used in Egypt?
The Egyptian pound (EGP) is the official currency in Egypt. Credit cards are generally acceptable, but it is recommended to keep an additional amount for simple purchases, especially in local markets.