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8 Days Egypt Highlights Tour with Nile Cruise

Discover the essence of Egypt on this 8-day adventure that blends the country’s most celebrated treasures with the comfort of a luxury Nile cruise. Begin in Cairo, where you’ll marvel at the Pyramids of Giza, explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, and savor authentic Egyptian cuisine. Then fly to Luxor to embark on a deluxe cruise along the Nile, gliding through the heart of ancient civilization. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the temples of Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae, and journey south to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples before returning to Cairo for a relaxing finale. With professional

  • Duration8 days / 7 nights
  • TypeClassic
8 Days Egypt Highlights Tour with Nile Cruise

Overview

Discover the essence of Egypt on this 8-day adventure that blends the country’s most celebrated treasures with the comfort of a luxury Nile cruise. Begin in Cairo, where you’ll marvel at the Pyramids of Giza, explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, and savor authentic Egyptian cuisine. Then fly to Luxor to embark on a deluxe cruise along the Nile, gliding through the heart of ancient civilization. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the temples of Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae, and journey south to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples before returning to Cairo for a relaxing finale. With professional guides, private transfers, and full-board service, this journey offers an unforgettable exploration of Egypt’s timeless beauty and history.

Highlights

  • Giza pyramids with the Grand Egyptian Museum on the Cairo day
  • Cruise boarded at Luxor and sailed through to Aswan
  • Both banks of Luxor, then Kom Ombo and Edfu from the ship
  • Philae Temple at Aswan and a run out to Abu Simbel
  • Flights link Cairo with Luxor, and Aswan back to Cairo

Itinerary

  1. 1Arrival in Cairo

    Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you’ll be greeted by a representative who will assist with formalities and escort you to your hotel in a private vehicle. The remainder of the day is free for you to unwind and adjust to the local atmosphere after your flight. Meals: None Overnight: Cairo

  2. 2Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

    After breakfast, set out on a guided exploration of the Giza Plateau. Stand before the monumental Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, and admire the mysterious Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum to view its extraordinary collection, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel for the evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Cairo

  3. 3Fly to Luxor – East Bank Tour – Embark Nile Cruise

    After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin exploring the East Bank, home to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and the elegant Luxor Temple. Later, board your Nile cruise, check in, and enjoy dinner on board as you settle into your floating hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise in Luxor

  4. 4West Bank of Luxor

    After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s pharaohs were laid to rest in richly decorated tombs. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari, a masterpiece of ancient architecture, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise for lunch. The ship will then sail toward Edfu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise in Edfu

  5. 5Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples

    In the morning, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, reached by horse-drawn carriage. Return to the cruise and sail to Kom Ombo, where you’ll explore the twin temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus the Elder. Continue sailing toward Aswan as you enjoy dinner on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise near Aswan

  6. 6Philae Temple & Aswan Sightseeing

    After breakfast, begin your Aswan sightseeing with a visit to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Then, see the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that transformed Egypt’s landscape. Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy a relaxing afternoon on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard Nile Cruise in Aswan

  7. 7Abu Simbel Temples – Fly Back to Cairo

    Early in the morning, travel by private vehicle to the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, carved into the mountainside by Ramses II. After exploring this UNESCO World Heritage site, transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Cairo

  8. 8Final Departure

    Enjoy your final breakfast in Egypt before transferring to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your remarkable Egyptian journey. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: None

What’s included

  • <p>Meet and assist at airports by representatives with personalized signage</p>
  • <p>Guest relations support throughout your stay</p>
  • <p>3 nights’ accommodation in Cairo with daily breakfast</p>
  • <p>4 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise with full-board meals</p>
  • <p>Meals as specified in the itinerary at quality local restaurants</p>
  • <p>Private multilingual Egyptologist guide (English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish)</p>
  • <p>Domestic flights between Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan</p>
  • <p>All sightseeing tours conducted privately with a guide</p>
  • <p>Entrance fees to all listed attractions</p>
  • <p>Bottled water during excursions</p>
  • <p>All transfers in private air-conditioned deluxe vehicles</p>
  • <p>All applicable taxes and service charges</p>

Not included

  • <p>International airfare and entry visa</p>
  • <p>Gratuities</p>
  • <p>Optional excursions</p>
  • <p>Personal expenses</p>

How booking works

  1. Send your dates

    Use the enquiry form with your travel dates and how many people are coming. Nothing is charged and nothing is held at this point.

  2. We reply with a plan

    You get a written itinerary and a full price back — what is included, what is not, and what the alternatives are if a date or a hotel does not work.

  3. You change what you want

    Go back and forth as many times as you need. The itinerary is not fixed until you say it is.

  4. Confirm and travel

    Once the plan is right, we confirm the bookings and send you the final documents with your guide and driver details.

Frequently asked questions

How long is 8 Days Egypt Highlights Tour with Nile Cruise?

8 days and 7 nights in total, counted from your arrival day to your departure day.

Is there a day-by-day itinerary?

Yes — 8 days are written out above, with what you see and where you sleep on each one. Every day can be changed before you book.

How much does 8 Days Egypt Highlights Tour with Nile Cruise cost?

It starts at $2,050 per person. The final price depends on your dates, your group size and the hotel level you choose, so we quote it for your specific trip rather than selling a fixed package.

What is included in the price?

12 things are included, listed in full above. In short: <p>meet and assist at airports by representatives with personalized signage</p>; <p>guest relations support throughout your stay</p>; <p>3 nights’ accommodation in cairo with daily breakfast</p>; <p>4 nights aboard a 5-star nile cruise with full-board meals</p>, and more.

What is not included?

The exclusions are listed above in full. The main ones are <p>international airfare and entry visa</p>; <p>gratuities</p>; <p>optional excursions</p>. Ask us before you book if you want any of them added — most of them can be.

Can this trip be changed?

Yes. Nothing on this page is fixed. Days can be added or dropped, sites swapped, hotels moved up or down, and the whole route rebuilt around what you actually want to see.

What to pack

Clothing

  • Loose cotton or linen — it is hot in the sun and cold on the water after dark
  • A light long-sleeved layer for evenings and for sun cover at open sites
  • Shoulders and knees covered for mosques and churches; a scarf for women at mosques
  • One warm layer between November and February — desert nights drop sharply

Feet

  • Closed walking shoes you have already broken in — temple ground is uneven stone and sand
  • Sandals or slip-ons for the boat and the hotel

Sun and heat

  • A wide-brimmed hat — there is almost no shade at Giza, Karnak or Abu Simbel
  • High-factor sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
  • Sunglasses
  • A refillable water bottle

Practical

  • A universal adapter — Egypt uses European two-pin type C and F sockets at 220V
  • Any medication you take, in its original packaging
  • Small notes in local currency for tips and small purchases
  • A power bank — you will be off a socket for most of each day

Gallery

Pyramids of Giza — view 5Luxor Temple — view 6The Nile River — view 7Valley of the Kings — view 8

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