7-Day Budget Egypt Tours Package To Cairo With Nile Cruise 7-Day Budget Egypt Tours Package To Cairo With Nile Cruise 7-Day Budget Egypt Tours Package To Cairo With Nile Cruise 7-Day Budget Egypt Tours Package To Cairo With Nile Cruise 7-Day Budget Egypt Tours Package To Cairo With Nile Cruise 7-Day Budget Egypt Tours Package To Cairo With Nile Cruise
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7-Day Budget Egypt Tours Package To Cairo With Nile Cruise

★★★★★ 5.0 (46 reviews) 7 Days / 6 Nights 10 Cairo, Aswan, Luxor
Trip overview

Budget Egypt Tours 7-Day To Cairo With Nile Cruise

7-day budget Egypt tours are adventures that bring the traveler to such benefits of the timeless wonders of Egypt after viewing Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan with a Nile cruise. First, you will see the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, then visit the Grand Egyptian Museum before taking a sleeper train to Aswan for the next leg of your Egypt tour. When you get to Aswan, the first things on your list will be the High Dam, Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk, then it's time for your Nile cruise. Your temple exploration will start from the East Bank of Luxor with Karnak and Luxor Temples, then crossing over to the West Bank, and you might choose to witness breathtaking views from an optional hot air balloon flight. Your trip will come to an end as you take the train back to Cairo with nothing but unforgettable memories of Egypt's ancient history and beautiful landscapes.

 

Trip highlights

What makes this journey special

Expert Egyptologist guides

An expert Egyptologist guide accompanies you throughout the trip, across Cairo, Aswan and Luxor.

Luxury hotels & Nile cruise

Hand-picked hotels across Cairo, Aswan and Luxor, plus a full-board Nile cruise for the Luxor–Aswan leg.

Fully protected

Licensed under Egypt's Ministry of Tourism (No. 1538) and an official IATA member.

Small group sizes

Small groups of up to 10 travellers for a more personal experience.

The route

Your day-by-day itinerary

Welcome to Cairo, the vibrant heart of Egypt! Begin your budget Egypt tours upon arrival at Cairo Airport, where our tour guide will greet you with a personalized sign and assist you to your private air-conditioned vehicle. Transfer to your hotel to relax and settle in after your journey.

Accommodation

Hotel in Cairo · 1 night

Included activities
  • Private airport meet & assist
  • Hotel transfer in a private air-conditioned vehicle

Giza attractions :

After a good breakfast, you will start on an excellent Cairo historical tour of some of Egypt's best sites. Take a Giza pyramids tour from Cairo with the Great Sphinx, and then stand beneath the towering Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus, examples of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World.

Grand Egyptian Museum:

Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum tour (GEM museum Cairo), the world's biggest archaeological museum, where approximately 100,000 irreplaceable artifacts are showcased. Here you will be stunned by King Tutankhamun's treasures, such as his legendary golden mask and an enormous collection of statues, jewels, and artifacts that tell the amazing story of Egypt.

Late evening, you will proceed to the railway station for an overnight sleeper train to Aswan.

Accommodation

Sleeper train to Aswan · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast

Included activities
  • Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren & Mycerinus
  • Great Sphinx
  • Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Overnight sleeper train Cairo–Aswan

Philae temple :

The first stop of your tour in Aswan will be meeting your expert guide, who will take you to an enchanting site in the city. Take a panoramic boat trip to Agilkia Island, where visitors will find the spectacular Philae Temple. The temple dedicated to Isis received precise movement to save it from the flooding waters that Lake Nasser produced.

You can appreciate the ancient Egyptian mythology through the halls of this perfectly preserved site by noticing its detailed carvings, tall columns, and sacred hieroglyphs. After you visit the temple, you will board your luxurious Nile cruise ship and start on an incredible journey through the ancient Nile River.

(Breakfast (on the train), lunch, and dinner are included.)

Accommodation

Cabin onboard the Nile cruise · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Included activities
  • Panoramic boat trip to Agilkia Island
  • Philae Temple
  • Embarkation on the Nile cruise

After enjoying a breakfast that prepares you for the day, sail the mighty Nile, and head towards the highland of Egyptian temples.

Kom ombo temple :

First on your hit list is the Kom Ombo Temple, a double temple that raises its heads to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the god of the falcon, and it is very serene inside those symmetrical halls, admiring the detailed carvings that adorn the walls and seeing that ancient device for measuring the river levels, the Nilometer.

Edfu temple :

Make your way to one of the most magnificent temples dedicated to Horus, called Edfu Temple, which is one of the most preserved temples in Egypt. You may discover some information about the Horus-Seth legend itself along the way.

At the Galabeya Party, you can enjoy traditional Egyptian attire and celebrate with an evening filled with genuine celebrations, dancing, and music.

Accommodation

Cabin onboard the Nile cruise · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Included activities
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Edfu Temple
  • Galabeya Party on board

After a beautiful breakfast, explore the treasures of Luxor by visiting the East Bank, which hosts some of the most stunningly beautiful monuments constructed in ancient Egypt.

Karnak temple :

The first stop would be the Karnak Temple; the largest religious complex ever built was dedicated to Amun-Ra. Stroll through Hypostyle Hall, viewing the 134 columns towering high overhead, each covered in bas-reliefs and hieroglyphs related to pharaonic might and devotion. Then come the soaring obelisks, a sacred lake, and numerous beautifully detailed hieroglyphs, which remain only as slips from a strange, majestic, and ancient world.

Luxor Temple:

Finally, visit the magnificent Luxor Temple, an imprint of the genius of the Egyptian architect, right in the heart of the city. The temple had been used as a location for royal ceremonies and religious processions because it was primarily constructed by Amenhotep III and Ramses II. See those magnificent statues, enter the colonnades in all their splendor, and take in the Avenue of Sphinxes. This old connecting road is now only skeletal, but it once led to the magnificent Karnak Temple in a haughty celebration of strength and divinity.

After your exploration experience on the Luxor tour, return to the cruise and relax as your journey moves forward

Accommodation

Cabin onboard the Nile cruise · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Included activities
  • Karnak Temple
  • Luxor Temple
  • Avenue of Sphinxes

Enjoy a good breakfast and then head out to the West Bank of Luxor to witness the grandeur of Egyptian history since eternity.

Valley of the kings :

Begin in the Valley of the Kings, burial ground of Egypt's most important pharaohs: Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Seti I. Explore the luxuriously furnished tombs, where the walls are adorned with rich hieroglyphics and scenes from the Book of the Dead, which were believed to lead the dead pharaoh to the afterlife.

Hatshepsut temple :

Then comes the magnificent Hatshepsut Temple, a terraced wonder that rests at the foot of the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. This architectural masterpiece is claimed to have been built for Queen Hatshepsut, one of the few female Egyptian pharaohs; it tells of the glorious reign and vision of a woman for whom this temple was raised. From its elevated platforms, take in the breathtaking views of the desert and imagine the spectacle of ancient ceremonies that took place here.

Colossi of memnon :

A last visit takes you to Colossi of Memnon: two towering statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III built 3,400 years ago, that once greeted visitors to his monumental mortuary temple.

After an unforgettable day of discovery, transfer to Luxor Station to board your sleeper train back to Cairo, where your adventure will continue.

Accommodation

Sleeper train to Cairo · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast

Included activities
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Hatshepsut Temple
  • Colossi of Memnon
  • Overnight sleeper train Luxor–Cairo
Optional activities
  • Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Valley of the Kings — from $75

You will arrive in Cairo and conclude your budget Egypt tours with a direct transfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.

(Breakfast is only included.)

Meals

Breakfast

Included activities
  • Private transfer to Cairo International Airport
What's included

Everything's taken care of

Included

  • Meet-and-assist service at airports.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • All transport is by private air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Expert Egyptologist guide during your tour.
  • 1 Night of accommodation in Cairo.
  • 3 Nights of accommodation on a cruise.
  • 2 Nights accommodation sleeper train.
  • Our assistance during your stay.
  • Entrance fees for all sightseeing are included.
  • All meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • All service charges and taxes are included.
  • Bottled water during trips.

Not included

  • Entry visa to Egypt
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional Activities
  • Tipping
Essential information

Everything before you go

  • Our prices are listed in US Dollars per person, per trip. However, payments can be made in any other currency.
  • Prices may change due to fluctuations in airport taxes, hotel rates, transportation fees, or government taxes.
  • Please note that the prices are not valid during the Christmas, New Year, and Easter periods.
  • The tour packages do not include travel insurance or visa fees.

Booking Confirmation:

  • After booking, you will receive a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours.
  • We offer a low down payment of just 25% to secure your tour and travel arrangements, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, and domestic flights. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your trip or in cash upon arrival to your tour manager, making your booking risk-free.

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations made 30 days or more before the tour starts: 10% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made 20-29 days before the tour starts: 25% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made 15-19 days before the tour starts: 50% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made 11-14 days before the tour starts: 75% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made less than 10 days before the tour starts: No refund.

Children’s Policy:

  • Children under 2 years: Free
  • Children aged 2 to 6 years: 25% of the adult price
  • Children aged 6 to 11 years: 50% of the adult price
  • Children 12 years and older: Full adult price

Notes:

  • The children’s policy applies only to children sharing a room with their parents (maximum of one child per room).
  • If your tour includes flights, additional charges may apply for children.

Please note that certain personal expenses are not included in our packages. These may include food tours, alcoholic beverages, gratuities, visa fees, entertainment costs, and any services not explicitly mentioned in your itinerary.

Additional costs you should be aware of:

  • Visa and Passport Fees: Check your visa requirements and passport validity before traveling.
  • Extra Transportation Costs: Any additional transportation needs beyond what is provided in the package.
  • Tips for Your Guide and Driver: While tips are not included in the tour price, it is customary to offer your guide and driver a gratuity at the end of the trip.
  • Unforeseen Costs: In unexpected situations, such as inclement weather, flight cancellations, or delays, travelers are responsible for extra expenses such as additional hotel nights or meals.

Optional Visits and Entrance Fees:

  • Please note that our tours do not cover entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as the interior of the Pyramids, the Mummies Room in the Egyptian Museum, or the tomb of Tutankhamun in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings. However, these visits can be added to your itinerary as optional excursions.

Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely at the traveler’s discretion. While it is not mandatory, tips are an important way to show appreciation for the hard work of the local staff and guides who make your experience memorable.

Here are some general guidelines for tipping:

  • Tour Guide: $10 - $20 per day
  • Driver: $5 - $10 per day
  • Nile Cruise Crew: $20 - $30 per person for the duration of the cruise (for the entire crew)

These amounts are just recommendations and can be adjusted based on your satisfaction with the service provided. Tipping is an important cultural gesture in Egypt, and even a small amount can go a long way in showing gratitude for excellent service.

To ensure a smooth and comfortable journey throughout Egypt, we suggest you pack the following items:

  • Valid Passport (at least 6 months): Double-check that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned arrival date in Egypt, as this is often a requirement for entry.
  • Sun Protection: Given Egypt’s sunny climate, we recommend packing high-SPF sunscreen and lip balm with sun protection to shield your skin from the intense sun.
  • UV-Blocking Sunglasses: Protect your eyes from UV rays and reduce glare while sightseeing, especially when exploring outdoor sites like the Pyramids.
  • Hand Sanitizer: Hygiene is important, particularly when handwashing isn’t always accessible, so be sure to bring a small bottle of hand sanitizer.
  • Reusable Water Bottle: Staying hydrated is key, particularly in the heat. A refillable water bottle will help you stay refreshed while reducing plastic waste.
  • Insect Repellent: Particularly useful when visiting sites surrounded by nature, insect repellent will keep pesky bugs at bay and protect you from bites.
  • Appropriate Clothing for the Season:
    • Winter: If traveling during the cooler months, pack a warm jacket, sweater, and thermal layers.
    • Summer: Lightweight, breathable cotton clothes are ideal for staying cool in the hot weather.
  • Wide-Brimmed Hat: A hat provides shade and helps protect your face and neck from direct sun exposure.
  • Travel Adapter: Different countries have varying plug types, so bring a universal travel adapter to keep your electronics charged.
  • Camera or Smartphone: Capture stunning memories from your trip with a camera or your phone. Egypt’s ancient sites are perfect for photos!
  • Compact Umbrella: Though Egypt is mostly dry, a small umbrella can be handy during the rare rain showers, especially if you're traveling during the transitional months.
  • Comfortable Shoes: You’ll likely be doing a lot of walking during your sightseeing, so pack sturdy and comfortable shoes suitable for exploring archaeological sites and urban areas.
  • Medications: If you take prescription medication, ensure you have an adequate supply for the duration of your trip. Also, carry any over-the-counter medications you may need for common issues like headaches or stomach discomfort.
What travelers say

Stories from real explorers

Don't take our word for it — here's what our guests share after their day with us.

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46 reviews on Tripadvisor
★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hoda was an amazing guide, sharing with us her incredible knowledge about the history and culture of Egypt. She is a warm and caring person, helping us meet our "wish-list' items on this trip!!

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K E Bat
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

I highly recommend Hoda. She is a wonderful guide for English speaking travelers. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for Egyptian history and culture is infectious. She made my tour of Egypt a trip of a lifetime.

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Valerie S
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★★★★★Tripadvisor

Hany is a knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful guide. He can tailor a personalized tour to what you want to see, or can plan an entire itinerary. He is incredibly responsive and dependable. Hands down the best way to see E...

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