Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

10-Day Egypt Highlights Tour from Cairo with Nile Cruise and Abu Simbel

10 Days Round trip from Sheraton Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Great Pyramid of Giza, a wonder of the ancient world
02 Learn about Egyptian history at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
03 Visit Karnak Temple in Luxor, the largest temple ever built
04 Enjoy a scenic Nile cruise
05 Know more about Queen Hatshepsut at the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
06 Admire the famous Abu Simbel Temples
07 Stroll through the streets of Khan El Khalili Market
08 See Philae Temple, dedicated to the Roman goddesses

Sign up for this wholesome tour and explore the famous historic highlights of Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Alexandria. Witness the royal structures of the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, marvel at the beauty of the Kom Ombo Temple, Abu Simbel Temples, and Karnak Temple - the largest religious building ever constructed - and enjoy the scenic view of Aswan High Dam and the beautiful nature while on the cruise.

Witness the royal structures of the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, marvel at the beauty of the Kom Ombo Temple, Abu Simbel Temples, and Karnak Temple - the largest religious building ever constructed - and enjoy the scenic view of Aswan High Dam and the beautiful nature while on the cruise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Alexandria, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Esna, Abu Simbel, Saqqara, Memphis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Cairo

Meet the tour guide at Cairo International Airport, who will assist the group through immigration and customs formalities.
Transfer by deluxe vehicle to your hotel in Cairo for check-in.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 02

Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara, and Memphis

Have breakfast at 08:00 a.m. and visit the three great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and continue to the Saqqara Pyramid (Djoser Pyramid) and Memphis.

Overnight in Cairo.

(Meals: Breakfast and lunch included)

Day 03

Civilization Museum and Khan El-Khalili

Have breakfast at 08:00 a.m. and visit the Civilization Museum, which focuses on the first civilization in history. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant.
Stroll through the heart of Islamic Cairo - Khan El-Khalili Bazaar.

Overnight in Cairo.

(Meals: Breakfast and lunch included)

Day 04

Alexandria Day Trip

Have breakfast at 07:00 a.m. and transfer by A/C vehicle to Alexandria.
Visit the Catacombs, Roman Theater, and Pompey's Pillar, and take in the view of the Citadel of Qaitbay from outside.
Enjoy a walk in the Montazah Garden, where the former Egyptian royal family lived. Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Transfer back to Cairo, reaching the city at around 07:00 p.m.

Overnight in Cairo.

(Meals: Breakfast and lunch included)

Day 05

Fly to Luxor and Visit Karnak and Luxor Temple

Check out after breakfast and transfer to Cairo Domestic Airport to take your flight to Luxor.
Arrive at Luxor Airport and proceed with your visit to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
Transfer to your Nile cruise for check-in and overnight.

(Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included)

(Nile cruise every Saturday or Monday)

Day 06

Valley of the Kings and Sail to Edfu

Have breakfast and visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Sail to Edfu via Esna and spend the night on the cruise.
Possibility of a hot air balloon ride around 04:30 a.m. (optional tour).

(Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included)

Day 07

Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo

Visit Edfu Temple and continue sailing to Kom Ombo to visit Kom Ombo Temple (Crocodile Temple or Sobek Temple).
Sail to Aswan.

(Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included)

Day 08

Aswan Highlights

Enjoy breakfast and head to Aswan.
Visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple.
Possibility of a Nubian Village tour (optional).

Overnight on the cruise.

(Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included)

Day 09

Abu Simbel Excursion

Check out after breakfast. At 07:00 a.m., transfer by A/C vehicle to Abu Simbel. (Aswan-Abu Simbel is about 03:30 hours by road.)
Visit the Temple of Abu Simbel, constructed to celebrate the victory of Ramses II.
Transfer back to Aswan and have a late lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan.

Overnight in Aswan.

(Meals: Breakfast and lunch included)

Day 10

Departure from Aswan

Check out after breakfast and transfer to Aswan Airport to take your flight to Cairo.

Where this trip takes you

Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Karnak Temple, Abu Simbel

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Sheraton 11 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

04 nights' accommodation in Cairo on a bed and breakfast basis (standard room)
04 nights' accommodation on board a Nile cruise on a full board basis (standard cabin)
01-night accommodation in Aswan on a bed and breakfast basis (standard room)
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
01 large bottle of mineral water per person per day
Sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program
Entrance fees
Qualified English-speaking guide
All transfers in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan (airport-hotel-cruise and vice versa)

What's Not Included

Entry visa for Egypt
Extra meals
PCR test 24 hours before departing Egypt (around 35 USD per person)
Domestic flights Cairo-Luxor-Aswan-Cairo (around 320 USD per person) (subject to availability and class)
Any personal expenses
Entrance fees inside the Great Pyramid of Egypt
Beverages, drinks, and mineral water during meals
Optional tours
Tips (suggested 09 USD per person per day)