8-Day Egypt classic tour to Cairo with Nile Cruise 8-Day Egypt classic tour to Cairo with Nile Cruise 8-Day Egypt classic tour to Cairo with Nile Cruise 8-Day Egypt classic tour to Cairo with Nile Cruise 8-Day Egypt classic tour to Cairo with Nile Cruise 8-Day Egypt classic tour to Cairo with Nile Cruise
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8-Day Egypt classic tour to Cairo with Nile Cruise

★★★★★ 5.0 (46 reviews) 8 Days / 7 Nights Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan
Trip overview

8-Day Egypt classic tour to Cairo with Nile Cruise

Discover the secrets of ancient Egypt in this complete 8-day classic tour to Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Begin in Cairo, where you can visit the famous Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum, which houses priceless artifacts such as those of King Tutankhamun. Egypt tours destinations include Luxor tour to visit the majestic Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Proceed south to visit Aswan, where you'll see great views of Philae Temple as well as the Unfinished Obelisk, before heading to the amazing Abu Simbel temples. This great historical luxury vacation in Egypt has the perfect combination of scenic views and cultural experiences, effectively making for a rich and unforgettable experience of ancient Egyptian wonders.

Trip highlights

What makes this journey special

Expert Egyptologist guides

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

Luxury hotels & Nile cruise

Hand-picked hotels across Cairo, Luxor and Aswan, 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.

Flexible & tailored

Every itinerary can be tailored to your dates, pace and group.

The route

Your day-by-day itinerary

When you arrive in Cairo, your tour guide will meet you at Cairo International Airport, assist you with all the visa requirements, and then drive you to the hotel of your choice. The tour manager will check you in and then confirm all your pick-up times.

Accommodation

Hotel in Cairo · 1 night

Included activities
  • Private airport meet & assist
  • Visa assistance on arrival
  • Hotel transfer and check-in

After having breakfast, head for the breathtaking Giza Plateau, where you will be amazed by the

Giza Pyramids:

Egypt is home to the Great Pyramid, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. His name The Giza pyramid complex

Great Sphinx:

It was carved directly out of the bedrock during the 4th Dynasty (c.2613–2494 BC), which also makes Great Sphinx it the oldest. and the Valley Temple is located. After enjoying the timeless aura, have lunch at a local Egyptian venue. Then, on to the much-anticipated

Grand Egyptian Museum:

where you will have a preview of the main galleries, the Grand Hall, the staircase, and beyond, before the full opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum. At the end, you'll return to your hotel for the night.

At the end of the Cairo cultural tour, you will transfer back to your hotel to rest.

Accommodation

Hotel in Cairo · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast & Lunch

Included activities
  • Giza Pyramids
  • Great Sphinx
  • Valley Temple
  • Grand Egyptian Museum
Optional activities
  • Sound & Light Show at the Giza Pyramids — from $50

Take an early morning trip to Luxor, the location of ancient Thebes. On arrival, board your luxury Nile Cruise Salacia. After lunch on board,

Karnak Temple:

Wander through this vast complex dedicated to the god Amun-Ra. Marvel at Karnak Temple's Hypostyle Hall, a forest of 134 towering columns, and the sacred lake.

Luxor Temple:

Admire this stunning temple built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, Luxor Temple featuring grand colonnades and the Avenue of Sphinxes.

Enjoy your first Nile sunset followed by a delicious dinner on board.

Accommodation

Cabin onboard the Nile cruise · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Included activities
  • Transfer to Luxor
  • Check-in aboard the Nile cruise Salacia
  • Karnak Temple
  • Luxor Temple

Have your Breakfast, and visit the

Valley of the Kings:

Descend into the tombs of pharaohs like Tutankhamun and Ramses II, the Valley of the Kings adorned with vivid hieroglyphs.

Hatshepsut Temple:

Visit the terraced mortuary temple of Egypt’s female pharaoh Hatshepsut Temple, nestled against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

Colossi of Memnon:

See the towering statues of Amenhotep III, the Colossi of Memnon standing guard for over 3,000 years.

Accommodation

Cabin onboard the Nile cruise · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Included activities
  • Valley of the Kings
  • Hatshepsut Temple
  • Colossi of Memnon

Travel back in time to the Greco-Roman era by sailing to

Edfu Temple:

Dedicated to the god Horus, is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, Temple of Edfu containing a magnificent pylon and elaborate carvings.

Kom Ombo Temple:

Visit this temple, peculiarly dedicated to Horus and Sobek, the crocodile god. A Kom Ombo Temple is an essential experience during your Cairo and Nile cruise honeymoon.

Have a relaxed day on the board as you take a Nile cruise toward Aswan.

Accommodation

Cabin onboard the Nile cruise · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Included activities
  • Edfu Temple
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Sailing on to Aswan

Aswan welcomes you to its ancient treasures, as you will visit the enormous

Philae Temple:

A beautiful temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Philae Temple has been relocated from its original site to Agilkia Island to save it from submergence in water, making it a must-see on your Cairo and Nile Cruise honeymoon.

Unfinished Obelisk:

See the largest known ancient obelisk abandoned in its quarry due to cracking; it is the Unfinished Obelisk

Accommodation

Cabin onboard the Nile cruise · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Included activities
  • Philae Temple
  • Unfinished Obelisk

Enjoy your breakfast on board, then transfer to Aswan Airport for your return flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel to relax and enjoy your final night in Egypt.

(Breakfast is only included.)

Accommodation

Hotel in Cairo · 1 night

Meals

Breakfast

Included activities
  • Transfer to Aswan Airport
  • Flight Aswan–Cairo
  • Hotel transfer in Cairo
Optional activities
  • Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise — from $65

After breakfast, take mint tea at a local café or walk around Cairo's congested streets. Your driver will take you to Cairo International Airport when the moment arrives for you to leave for home.

(Breakfast is only included.)

Meals

Breakfast

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

Everything's taken care of

Included

  • Upon arrival at the airport, our tour guide will meet you to offer a greeting.
  • Expert Egyptologist guide during your tour.
  • Entrance fees for all sightseeing are included.
  • There are domestic flights (Cairo/Luxor/Aswan/Cairo) provided.
  • Assistance with providing guest relations services throughout your stay.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transportation.
  • All the meals are indicated in the itinerary.
  • Porterage wherever required.
  • All service charges and taxes are included.

Not included

  • Tipping.
  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • Personal spending.
  • Any optional tours.
  • International airfare.
  • The tour package excludes all items not specified in the itinerary.
Prices

One rate all year — the more of you, the less each pays

Group sizePrice per person
Solo travellerPrivate tour for one US$ 2900/ person
2-4 travellers US$ 2300/ person
5-8 travellers US$ 2150/ person
9-14 travellers US$ 2100/ person
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.

5.0
★★★★★
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
Group
★★★★★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
Group
★★★★★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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Vicky
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