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Cairo, Alexandria & Nile Cruise

Egypt

Explore Egypt on an 8-day journey covering Cairo, Alexandria, Aswan and Luxor. Discover the Great Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, Alexandria’s Greco-Roman heritage, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor’s ancient temples while enjoying a 3-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

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Daily Schedule

Day

Cairo | Arrival & Nile Cruise

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where a representative will meet and assist you after customs. Transfer to your hotel and check in. In the evening, enjoy a two-hour dinner cruise on the Nile with Egyptian food, belly dancing, folklore and music. After the cruise, return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (B&D)

Day

Giza | Pyramids & Grand Museum

After breakfast, visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Continue to the highest plateau for panoramic views of the pyramid complex. Enjoy lunch at an Egyptian restaurant in the Pyramids area, followed by visits to an oil and perfume shop. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore its extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts. Return to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (🍴B&L)

Day

Alexandria | Greco-Roman Heritage

After breakfast, travel to Alexandria, known as the Bride of the Mediterranean Sea. Begin your sightseeing with the Catacombs and Roman Theatre, followed by a visit to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Enjoy lunch at a fish restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. After the tour, return to Cairo and spend the night at your hotel.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (B&D)

Day

Aswan | High Dam & Philae Temple

After an early breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. On arrival, meet your guide and visit the Aswan High Dam. Continue by Felucca to Philae Temple on Isis Island. Transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise and check in. Enjoy lunch onboard before sailing towards Kom Ombo with dinner and an overnight stay onboard.
🚢Your stay at Nile River Cruise (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Kom Ombo | Temple & Nile Sailing

Enjoy breakfast onboard before visiting the Temple of Kom Ombo with your guide. The temple dates to the Greco-Roman period and was dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. An optional Abu Simbel excursion is available at an extra cost, including breakfast box and lunch. Later, continue sailing towards Edfu and spend the night onboard.
🚢Your stay at Nile River Cruise (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Edfu | Temple & Esna Lock

Enjoy breakfast onboard as the cruise continues towards Edfu. Visit the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples of ancient Egypt and dedicated to Horus. Continue sailing towards Luxor through Esna Lock. In the afternoon, enjoy dinner onboard with belly dancing and a Tanoura performance before spending the night on the cruise.
🚢Your stay at Nile River Cruise (🍴B, L, D)

Day

Luxor | Valley of the Kings & Temples

Check out from the Nile cruise early in the morning. An optional hot air balloon ride is available at an extra cost. Continue your Luxor sightseeing with the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank. Cross to the East Bank to visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo and overnight in Cairo.
🏨 Your stay at Ramses Hilton, Grand Nile Tower or Similar (B&L)

Day

Cairo | Old Cairo & Departure

After breakfast, check out and explore Old Cairo, including the Hanging Church and the historic religious sites. Visit a papyrus shop before enjoying Koshari, a popular Egyptian dish, for lunch. Continue with a walking tour through Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s historic market. Afterwards, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.

Day 1:

Cairo

Destination Highlights

Cairo – Ancient Egyptian Heritage

Giza – Great Pyramids & Sphinx

Egyptian Museum – Ancient Treasures

Alexandria – Greco-Roman Heritage

Aswan – Nile & Ancient Temples

Philae Temple – Island Sanctuary

Kom Ombo – Greco-Roman Temple

Edfu – Temple of Horus

Luxor – Open-Air Museum

Valley of the Kings – Royal Tombs

Karnak Temple – Ancient Complex

Luxor Temple – Historic Landmark

Khan El Khalili – Historic Market

Signature Experiences

Cruise the Nile with dinner

Explore the Great Pyramids

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum

Alexandria’s Greco-Roman heritage

Sail by traditional Felucca

Visit Philae Temple

Discover Kom Ombo Temple

Explore Edfu Temple

Sail through Esna Lock

Visit Hatshepsut Temple

Discover Karnak Temple

Visit Luxor Temple

Enjoy Tanoura dance onboard

Taste traditional Egyptian Koshari

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

4 nights accommodation in Cairo with Breakfast
3 nights Nile cruise accommodation with Breakfast, Lunch& Dinner
Domestic flight from/ to Cairo
Airport transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
All sightseeing transfers mentioned in itinerary
Private guided sightseeing tours
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Entrance fees to listed attractions
Daily breakfast and lunches during tours
Vegetarian & non-vegetarian meal options
Local SIM card, 1 per family
Service charges and taxes

Exclusions

International airfare
Egypt entry visa
Travel or medical insurance
Meals except those mentioned
Early check-in and late check-out
Special archaeological site entrance fees
Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
Personal expenses – drinks, laundry, shopping and items not listed
Entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Best Time to Travel

October to April

AED

Price start from

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Prices are quoted per person, based on double occupancy, exclude flights & Visa. Rates are starting from; exact pricing depends on availability and travel dates. Prices may be revised in the event of changes to taxes, fuel surcharges, or other fees imposed by the government or suppliers.

AED 5,513pp excl. flights

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Ramses Hilton

Cairo, Egypt

A Nile-front hotel in central Cairo, close to the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square, with restaurants, an outdoor pool and fitness facilities.

Grand Nile Tower

Garden City, Cairo

A luxury hotel on the Nile in central Cairo, offering Nile-view rooms, restaurants, lounges and a revolving restaurant.

Nile Commodore

Nile River, Egypt

A Nile cruise offering comfortable accommodation, dining and onboard facilities while sailing along Egypt’s historic river.

M/S Kira

Nile River, Egypt

A Nile cruise ship offering comfortable cabins, dining and onboard facilities while sailing between Luxor and Aswan.

Gallery

Cairo view

Felucca by the Temple of Philae on the Agilikia island

Giza Pyramid Complex

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt

Colossi of Memnon

Ancient horus statue and reliefs of Edfu temple in Edfu

Abu Simbel Entrance

Karnak Temple

Grand Egyptian Museum exterior

Grand Egyptian Museum interior

Inside catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Nile Cruise

Philae Temple

Roman Theatre

The Philae temple on Agilkia island, Egypt

Tomb of pharaoh Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings, Luxor

Valley of the Kings in Luxor

Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Colonnade at the Temple of Horus, Edfu, Egypt

Facade of Luxor temple and its obelisk illuminated at night, in Luxor

Hot-Air Balloon, Luxor

Lake Nasser, Aswan, Egypt, view from the High Dam

Tanoura Dance

Temple of Sobek and Haroeris, Kom Ombo

Hanging Church

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