Itinerary
08 Days - 07 Nights
Cairo - Luxor - Nile Cruise - Aswan
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$978 / U$D
08 Days - 07 Nights
Day 1: Arrive in Cairo
Upon your arrival in Cairo, we will pick you up from the airport and send you to your hotel, so you can check in and relax. Spend the rest of the day relaxing in your hotel to recover from your long flight and prepare for your upcoming sightseeing tour of Egypt.
Evening: Enjoy sunset views from the terrace of your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Day 2: Trip to Pyramids of Giza & Saqqara
On your second day, we will start with your tour of Egypt’s most famous landmarks, which include the Pyramids of Giza and Saqqara.
Morning: Start your tour early, beginning at the Saqqara, a vast ancient burial site, considered Egypt’s oldest royal necropolis. Here you will find the Step Pyramid of Djoser, considered the world’s very first stone pyramid.
Afternoon: In the afternoon, you will go to the Pyramids of Giza. Here, you will find the Great Pyramid of Khufu, which is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
You will also explore the Pyramid of Khafre and Menkaure. Discover their unique features and learn about the architectural advancements behind the pyramids.
At the end of your tour, enjoy a delicious lunch from a local restaurant.
After the tour, we’ll send you back to your hotel so you can relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Day 3: Gem Museum, Old Cairo, and Bazaars Tour
Morning: After having breakfast at your hotel, we will pick you up to continue your tour of Cairo. The tour will start at the Gem Museum, which is the world’s largest archaeological museum. Here, you can find more than 100,000 artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun and the colossal statues of pharaohs.
After touring the museum, we will head to Old Cairo, where you can have your lunch. While here, we will explore historic landmarks like the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Mosque of Amr ibn al-As.
Afternoon: Continue your tour at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Walk along the busy streets of Cairo’s most famous marketplace. Here, you will find colorful shops, coffee shops, an Islamic and more! When shopping here, try to bargain with shopkeepers to get a good deal.
If you get tired after exploring, stop at a traditional café and treat yourself to a cup of mint tea.
We will then take you back to your hotel. Enjoy a relaxing evening and prepare yourself for your flight to Luxor the next day.
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Day 4: Fly to Luxor & Begin your Nile River Cruise
Morning: On your fourth day, you will have to check out of your hotel early because you will be taking a short flight to Luxor.
In Luxor, your ship will be waiting for you to begin your 4-night journey. The cruise staff will assist you in checking into your cabin, and after that, you will be treated to a welcome lunch at the ship before your cruise begins.
Afternoon: You will then explore the East Bank of Luxor, where you will find the beautiful Karnak Temple. This temple is home to some magnificent statues dedicated to the god Amun.
At sunset, you will visit Luxor Temple. Witness the golden glow of the sun as it casts light over the statues and towering columns.
After your tour, return to your ship in preparation for dinner on board. Your ship will then start to sail the legendary Nile River.
Overnight: Nile Cruise Ship
Day 5:Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon
Over the next three days, your ship will sail the Nile River and take you to some of the most incredible ancient sites of Egypt.
Morning: On the second day of your cruise, your expert guide will take you to visit the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of Egypt’s pharaohs. Here, you will find tombs that are beautifully decorated, featuring scenes from the afterlife.
You will also stop by the Temple of Hatshepsut. This is a terraced mortuary temple built for Pharaoh Hatshepsut, one of the most successful female rulers in the history of Egypt.
Finally, you will visit the Colossi of Memnon, where you’ll find the towering twin statues of Amenhotep III.
After your tour, you will head back to your ship for lunch on board.
Afternoon: Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing as your ship continues sailing along the Nile.
Overnight: Nile Cruise Ship
Day 6: Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple Tour
Morning: On the third day of your cruise, start your day with a visit to Edfu Temple. While here, check out the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, which is dedicated to the falcon god.
After you tour Edfu Temple, you will return to your ship for lunch. Then your journey continues toward Kom Ombo.
Afternoon: At Kom Ombo Temple, see the unique twin temple devoted to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. While here, you will also stop by the Crocodile Museum, which has fascinating displays of mummified crocodiles.
Return to your ship for dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening while your ship heads towards Aswan.
Overnight: Nile Cruise Ship
Day 7: Explore Aswan
Your cruise will end and stop in Aswan. We’ll take you on a tour to discover the highlights of the city.
Morning: In the morning, we will take you to the impressive High Dam, where you can go for a boat ride to the Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Afternoon: After lunch, enjoy a relaxing felucca sail around Elephantine Island before spending your final night aboard the cruise.
Overnight: Nile Cruise Ship
Day 8: Fly Back to Cairo
On your last day in Egypt, we will assist you in disembarking from your Nile Cruise ship.
– (You will have a chance to visit Abu Simbel temples in the early morning).
You will take a flight back to Cairo before finally taking a flight home.
- The sequence of the tour may change according to the Nile cruise’s sailing schedule, but this will not affect any of the included visits or tours.
08 Days - 07 Nights
Day 1: Arrive in Cairo
Upon your arrival in Cairo, we will pick you up from the airport and send you to your hotel, so you can check in and relax. Spend the rest of the day relaxing in your hotel to recover from your long flight and prepare for your upcoming sightseeing tour of Egypt.
Evening: Enjoy sunset views from the terrace of your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Day 2: Trip to Pyramids of Giza & Saqqara
On your second day, we will start with your tour of Egypt’s most famous landmarks, which include the Pyramids of Giza and Saqqara.
Morning: Start your tour early, beginning at the Saqqara, a vast ancient burial site, considered Egypt’s oldest royal necropolis. Here you will find the Step Pyramid of Djoser, considered the world’s very first stone pyramid.
Afternoon: In the afternoon, you will go to the Pyramids of Giza. Here, you will find the Great Pyramid of Khufu, which is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
You will also explore the Pyramid of Khafre and Menkaure. Discover their unique features and learn about the architectural advancements behind the pyramids.
At the end of your tour, enjoy a delicious lunch from a local restaurant.
After the tour, we’ll send you back to your hotel so you can relax for the rest of the day.
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Day 3: Gem Museum, Old Cairo, and Bazaars Tour
Morning: After having breakfast at your hotel, we will pick you up to continue your tour of Cairo. The tour will start at the Gem Museum, which is the world’s largest archaeological museum. Here, you can find more than 100,000 artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun and the colossal statues of pharaohs.
After touring the museum, we will head to Old Cairo, where you can have your lunch. While here, we will explore historic landmarks like the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Mosque of Amr ibn al-As.
Afternoon: Continue your tour at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Walk along the busy streets of Cairo’s most famous marketplace. Here, you will find colorful shops, coffee shops, an Islamic and more! When shopping here, try to bargain with shopkeepers to get a good deal.
If you get tired after exploring, stop at a traditional café and treat yourself to a cup of mint tea.
We will then take you back to your hotel. Enjoy a relaxing evening and prepare yourself for your flight to Luxor the next day.
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Day 4: Fly to Luxor & Begin your Nile River Cruise
Morning: On your fourth day, you will have to check out of your hotel early because you will be taking a short flight to Luxor.
In Luxor, your ship will be waiting for you to begin your 4-night journey. The cruise staff will assist you in checking into your cabin, and after that, you will be treated to a welcome lunch at the ship before your cruise begins.
Afternoon: You will then explore the East Bank of Luxor, where you will find the beautiful Karnak Temple. This temple is home to some magnificent statues dedicated to the god Amun.
At sunset, you will visit Luxor Temple. Witness the golden glow of the sun as it casts light over the statues and towering columns.
After your tour, return to your ship in preparation for dinner on board. Your ship will then start to sail the legendary Nile River.
Overnight: Nile Cruise Ship
Day 5:Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon
Over the next three days, your ship will sail the Nile River and take you to some of the most incredible ancient sites of Egypt.
Morning: On the second day of your cruise, your expert guide will take you to visit the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of Egypt’s pharaohs. Here, you will find tombs that are beautifully decorated, featuring scenes from the afterlife.
You will also stop by the Temple of Hatshepsut. This is a terraced mortuary temple built for Pharaoh Hatshepsut, one of the most successful female rulers in the history of Egypt.
Finally, you will visit the Colossi of Memnon, where you’ll find the towering twin statues of Amenhotep III.
After your tour, you will head back to your ship for lunch on board.
Afternoon: Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing as your ship continues sailing along the Nile.
Overnight: Nile Cruise Ship
Day 6: Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple Tour
Morning: On the third day of your cruise, start your day with a visit to Edfu Temple. While here, check out the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, which is dedicated to the falcon god.
After you tour Edfu Temple, you will return to your ship for lunch. Then your journey continues toward Kom Ombo.
Afternoon: At Kom Ombo Temple, see the unique twin temple devoted to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. While here, you will also stop by the Crocodile Museum, which has fascinating displays of mummified crocodiles.
Return to your ship for dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening while your ship heads towards Aswan.
Overnight: Nile Cruise Ship
Day 7: Explore Aswan
Your cruise will end and stop in Aswan. We’ll take you on a tour to discover the highlights of the city.
Morning: In the morning, we will take you to the impressive High Dam, where you can go for a boat ride to the Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Afternoon: After lunch, enjoy a relaxing felucca sail around Elephantine Island before spending your final night aboard the cruise.
Overnight: Nile Cruise Ship
Day 8: Fly Back to Cairo
On your last day in Egypt, we will assist you in disembarking from your Nile Cruise ship.
– (You will have a chance to visit Abu Simbel temples in the early morning).
You will take a flight back to Cairo before finally taking a flight home.
- The sequence of the tour may change according to the Nile cruise’s sailing schedule, but this will not affect any of the included visits or tours.
Package Facilities
Accommodation:
- Cairo Hotels: Steigenberger El Tahrir hotel, Hayatt Regency the West Hotel, or Hilton Maadi hotel.
- Nile Cruise: Sonesta Nile Goddess. Concerto Plus, Elite Nile Cruise.
- Hotels and Nile Cruises may be changed according to availability, but any replacement will be of the same or a better standard.
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Egypt trip 8 days for Cairo and Nile Cruise
Nile Cruisen is happy to offer this new 8-day Egypt Tour. This tour is most suitable for those who want a seamless journey as they explore Egypt’s most famous tourist attractions and the legendary Nile River. We have thoughtfully designed this itinerary to include iconic wonders while enjoying comfort and luxury. The journey begins in Cairo, where you spend a few days discovering the wonders of this vibrant city, before heading to Luxor for your Nile River cruise. As a trusted Egyptian travel agency, we have carefully created this tour with your comfort in mind. We want our guests to be able to enjoy their time discovering Egypt’s timeless treasures.
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The Highlights of the Trip
Discover Egypt in 8 Days trip will assist you in exploring the top highlights of Egypt.
Complete Journey: An 8-day/7-night package covering Egypt’s most iconic ancient wonders.
Seamless Travel: Includes domestic flights between Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan for maximum comfort and time savings.
Expert Guidance: All tours are led by a professional Egyptologist guide.
Nile Cruise: 05 days daily guided trip with visits to the landmarks of Luxor and Aswan.
Cairo: 02-day trip to cover all the important sights in Cairo.
Prices Guides
Low Season: 15 May to 15 September.
- $ 978 per person, based on three people sharing a triple room/cabin.
- $1099 per person, based on two people sharing a double room/cabin.
- $1899 for a single traveler in a private room/cabin.
High Season: 16 September to 14 May.
- $1299 per person, based on three people sharing a triple room/cabin.
- $1399 per person, based on two people sharing a double room/cabin.
- $2199 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.
- This policy applies to children sharing a room with two adults. Conditions may vary for flights.)
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusion
- Full meet and assist services by our representatives upon your arrival and departure at all airports in Egypt.
- Cairo stay: 04 nights accommodation in a hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Nile Cruise: 04 nights accommodation on a Nile cruise on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included).
- Domestic Flights: Airfare for the flight from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor to Cairo.
- Ground Transport: All transfers are conducted in a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle.
- Professional Guide: The services of a licensed, professional Egyptologist tour guide for all excursions.
- Cairo: Guided sightseeing tour of Cairo’s major landmarks.
- Nile Cruise: All shore excursions along the Nile as specified in the itinerary.
- Entrance Fees: Admission fees to all historical sites and attractions listed in the itinerary are included.
- Customer Support: Dedicated assistance from our personnel throughout your entire stay.
- Taxes: All applicable government taxes and service charges 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).
Cancellation Policy
- 61 days before arrival: 10% of the total round price.
- 60 to 30 days before arrival: 25% of the total round price.
- 29 to 15 days before arrival: 50% of the total round price.
- 14 to 7 days before arrival: 75% of the total round price.
- Less than 7 days before arrival: 100% of the total round price.
