Egypt Luxury Tour and Nile Exploration

Cairo International Airport, Egypt - Cairo, Egypt
  • Luxor Temple
  • Sphinx and Other Pyramids
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Aswan Coasts

Details

8 Days | 7 Nights

Tour Types: Private
Runs:
Accommodation: 5* Hotels, Cruise
Minimum Age: 10

Tour Description


Indulge in a luxurious Egyptian adventure with a captivating Nile Cruise, immersing yourself in the country's rich history and stunning landscapes. Begin in Cairo, where you'll explore the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum. Then, embark on a lavish Nile Cruise, sailing through the tranquil waters of the Nile River. Along the way, discover magnificent ancient temples in Luxor and Aswan, visit enchanting sites such as the Valley of the Kings and Abu Simbel, and bask in the opulent amenities and world-class service on board. This extraordinary journey combines comfort, elegance, and cultural exploration for an unforgettable experience in Egypt.

Highlights

  • Sail serenely along the Nile, taking in the majestic scenery.
  • Enjoy the ultimate relaxation on a luxurious cruise ship.
  • Uncover the secrets of the Valley of the Kings.
  • Experience the tranquility of Aswan.
  • Discover awe-inspiring structures and intricate hieroglyphics.
  • Soak in the breathtaking sunset views over the Nile River.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive in Cairo    

1 Stop

1

Cairo Airport

Ahlan Wa Sahlan – welcome to the land of Pharaohs! Meet our representative that will assist you with your visa. Transfer to the city, check in to your hotel and overnight in Cairo.

1 hour

5* Le Riad Hotel de Charme

Day 2
Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx – Cairo City – Cairo    

2 Stops

1

Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx

Start your Egypt tour with a transfer to Giza Pyramids. Khufu's pyramid is the northernmost and largest of the three. In classical antiquity it was considered as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and is the only one to have survived. Khephren's monument can be easily identified by the casing stones that still cling to its pointed top. The much smaller pyramid of Mycerinus had not been completed by the time of the king's death. Its intended granite revetment was only partially applied. The Great Sphinx is part of the funerary complex of Khephren. Its impressive leonine body with the royal head is sculpted in an outcrop of the native limestone. Part of the face, including the nose, has been deliberately damaged.

4 hours

2

Cairo City

Continue to Egyptian museum of Antiquities, which houses the world’s largest, most precious, and rare collection of genuine artifacts, over 250,000 piece are displayed dating back to 5000 years including an exhibit of the treasure collection of king Tutankhamen that had been sealed in his tomb for more than 3500 years and undiscovered until the early 20th century. End the day with a visit to the busy souq of Khan El Khalil. Back to the hotel and overnight.

2 hours

5* Le Riad Hotel de Charme
Breakfast

Day 3
Fly to Luxor – Karnak & Luxor Temple – Embarkation - Nile Cruise    

3 Stops

1

Luxor Airport

In the morning, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor. Luxor is located in the Upper Egypt, about 650km south of Cairo, flight from Cairo to Luxor lasts for about 1-hour.

1 hour

2

Karnak & Luxor Temple

Upon arrival, with your guide short drive to the East Bank of Luxor. Proceed to the most important and most sacred of the sites, the Temple of Luxor. It was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well-known king Ramses II. The temple was conceived as a remote southern annex to the temple of Karnak, at a distance of about 3 km from it. Hence, it faces the Karnak Temple, and was connected to it by a long processional avenue, flanked by rows of sphinxes on either side. Have a wonderful tour to Karnak Temples, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, which is the melting pot of religion and politics.

3 hours

3

Nile Cruise

After the tour, transfer to your cruise for embarkation. Enjoy bountiful dinner on board and overnight.

1 hour

Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 4
Luxor West Bank – Sail to Edfu – Nile Cruise    

3 Stops

1

Valley of the Kings

Today transfer to the West Bank where you can explore the Necropolis Thebes. Visit magnificent Valley of the Kings. The most concentration of royal tombs in Ancient Egypt. It is where cut in rocks tombs for 62 famous kings of the New Kingdom, all are highly decorated and filled with priceless artwork.

2 hours

2

Queen Hatshepsut Temple

Visit the Hatshepsut temple built and named after the powerful Queen Hatshepsut the only woman who ascended the throne of Egypt in ancient times. This temple is located at Deir el-Bahari, a steep cliff in the shape of a horseshoe form a natural background to two monumental buildings standing side by side, each belonging to a different period.

2 hours

3

Cruise

Back to the cruise, enjoy dinner and overnight while you sail to Edfu.

1 hour

Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 5
Edfu Temple – Kom Ombo Temple – Sail to Aswan – Nile Cruise    

3 Stops

1

Edfu Temple

Breakfast on board. The tour begins by visiting the Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well-preserved temples in Egypt. It is also the repository of the most detailed legacy on matters of cult and temple function. You’ll have your lunch back on board the ship and sail on to Kom Ombo.

1 hour

2

Kom Ombo Temple

In the afternoon you will have time to explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, where you’ll learn about the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus, whose monuments decorate each half of the temple.

1 hour

3

Cruise

After the tour you will get back to the cruise and sail to Aswan. Dinner and over-night on board.

1 hour

Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 6
Aswan Visit – Nile Cruise    

4 Stops

1

High Dam

Visit to the High Dam of Aswan, Egypt's modern example of construction on a monumental scale. The controversial Aswan High Dam contains 18 times the amount of material used in the Great Pyramid of Khufu and created Lake Nasser, the world's largest artificial lake.

1 hour

2

Unfinished Obelisk

Transfer to visit the Unfinished Obelisk which still lies in its granite bed in the quarry, left behind because of a severe flaw in the stone.

2 hours

3

Temple of Philae

Enjoy a marvellous tour to the Temple of Isis on the island of Philae which was famous during the Greco-Roman period. There you can see, in front of the first pylon, two granite lions. On the walls of the temple of Philae were inscribed the latest hieroglyphic and demotic inscriptions.

1 hour

4

Nile Cruise

Transfer back to the cruise for ravishing dinner. Overnight on board cruise.

1 hour

Sonesta St George Nile Cruise
Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner

Day 7
Disembarkation – Fly to Cairo    

1 Stop

1

Cairo Airport

Breakfast onboard cruise and disembark. Transfer to Aswan airport for the flight back to Cairo. Once arrived in Cairo, proceed to your hotel and rest of the day is free for your leisure.

1 hour

5* Le Riad Hotel de Charme
Breakfast

Day 8
Cairo – Cairo Airport    

1 Stop

1

Cairo Airport

At a pre-arrange time, transfer to Cairo airport for departure. Say farewell to Egypt!

1 hour

Breakfast

Inclusions


  • Transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicle in Egypt.
  • Internet access to your mobile phone.
  • Daily mineral water during excursions.
  • Lunch on local restaurants.
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites.
  • Private Nile Cruise tour program with Sightseeing and English speaking guide.
  • 01 day tour in Cairo with a professional English speaking private tour guide.
  • 4x night accommodation of the Nile River Cruise on full board basis.
  • 3x night accommodation with breakfast in Cairo.
  • Airport transfer upon arrival and departure in Cairo and Luxor.
  • Meet & Assist at the airport in Cairo & Luxor.
  • Egypt Entry Visa for non-restricted nationals, full passport details must be submitted at least 7 days prior arrival.

Exclusions


  •  International & Domestic Airfare.  
  •  Travel insurance.  
  •  Entrance fees to see the Pyramids from inside & the Tutankhamun Tomb in the Kings' Valley.  
  •  Departure taxes from airports International departure about 25 USD$ per person, Domestic depar-ture about 05 USD$ per person. 
  •  Meals and beverage not stated.  
  •  Tips, portage and private expenses.  

Practical Info


- The cruise schedule may be changed in sequence due to navigational circumstances; mentioned attractions will all be visited.
- The triple room in Egypt is a double room + extra bed or sofa bed.
- Official check in time at hotels 15:00 – check out time at hotels 12:00.
- Breakfast at hotels is served in the main restaurant.
- The driver/tour guide escorts you according to the booked itinerary, he is not 24/7 at your disposal. For any extra activity or extra use of vehicle, there is a supplement.
- In case of arrival or departure on different flights, there is a supplement for each extra transfer.
- All guides in Egypt is licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in Egypt and not part of our team.
- Passengers must hold a valid passport for 06 months after departure date from Egypt.
- Vaccinated passengers can only travel to Egypt 14 days after taking 2 doses of vaccine.
- All hotel room quoted in the price are all standard. We can give supplement for the upgrade of room if requested.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and depending on season pack sun protection.
- To respect the local culture please cover shoulders and knees.

How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 15 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 5% of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 41 days before departure.
• 50% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 40 to 15 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 14 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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