Explore Egyptian Highlights by a Nile Cruise Over a 10-Day Trip from Cairo
Highlights
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Giza, Saqqara, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Alexandria
Locations Covered
Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Giza, Saqqara, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Alexandria
archaeological, cultural, sightseeing
Group Tour
10 Days
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a journey to explore the grandeur of various temples and cities and witness the mesmerising beauty of Egypt on a cruise on the Nile. Visit the city of Luxor, Aswan and beige-sand layered Cairo to go back into time while seeing the Karnak Temple, Edfu Temple, High Dam, Hatshepsut Temple, Egyptian Museum and Philae Temple. And marvel at the world-class Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
- The guide will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport and then he will escort you to the hotel by exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At the hotel, the guide will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour.
Overnight in Cairo.
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Day 2: Pyramids and Sakkara Tour
- Have breakfast and move to start your blissful day kicking off with the Step Pyramid at Sakkara which was designed by the architect, Imhotep for his master King Zoser.
- Eat lunch at a good quality local restaurant. After that, visit the enchanting pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus at Giza. Then, proceed to the Great Sphinx, the head of a pharaoh with a lion's body which dates back to the time of Chephren.
- The tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple which belongs to the Pyramid of Chephren.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 3: Fly Cairo to Luxor - Nile Cruise Tours
- Today, transfer to Cairo Airport for a flight to Luxor where you will be met and transferred to embark on your 5-star luxury Nile Cruise.
- In the afternoon, you will be accompanied on a wonderful tour to the East Bank of the River Nile in Luxor. Here you will see the captivating Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple that reflect the bewitching Pharaonic history.
- Return to the cruise for an evening tea and dinner.
Overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4: Luxor Nile Cruise Sightseeing
- After breakfast, transfer to the West Bank of the Nile in Luxor and visit the Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon.
- Return to the cruise for lunch and afternoon tea while sailing to Edfu via the Esna Lock. Dinner on board.
Overnight in Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
- Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting Horus Temple at Edfu.
- Head back to the ship for lunch and sail to Kom Ombo.
- Upon arrival, visit the temple shared by the two gods Sobek and Haroeris.
- Return to the cruise and continue sailing to Aswan. Dinner on board.
Overnight in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6: Aswan Nile Cruise Tours
- After breakfast, pay a visit to the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the majestic Philae Temple.
- Enjoy lunch and dinner on board.
Overnight in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7: Fly Aswan to Cairo
- Disembark after breakfast and spend some free time in Aswan.
- Then, you will be driven to Aswan Airport for a flight to Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast
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Day 8: Cairo Sightseeing Tour
- After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted by your private guide to visit the Egyptian Museum, where you will admire many fascinating artifacts.
- Transfer to visit Salah El Din Citadel, which was constructed by Salah El Din in 1183 AD to defend Cairo from the armies of Crusaders.
- After that, go to Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, the ruler of Egypt (1805-1849) who ruled for over 45 years. Lunch will be taken in a local restaurant.
- Next, proceed to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Return to the hotel and overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 9: Optional Excursion to Alexandria
- This is a free day in Cairo or optional trip to Alexandria, to visit its famous sights, where you can see Qaitbay Fort, built in the 15th century by Sultan Qaitbay on the spot of Alexandria's ancient lighthouse.
- Then, move on to the new and much-acclaimed Alexandria Library. Also, explore the Roman cemetery cut out of the rock and the Catacombs.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast
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Day 10: Cairo - Fly Back Home
- After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for departure.
Trip ends.
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
What's Excluded
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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11 to 20 | /person |
6 to 10 | /person |
2 to 5 | /person |
1 to 1 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 4 | /person |
This is a group tour |