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Cairo & The Nile River Cruise – 8 Days

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Overview

 

  • Cairo: 3 Nights
  • Luxor: 3Nights
  • Aswan: 1 Night 
  • Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Egyptian Museum of
  • Antiquities, Coptic Cairo, Hanging Church, Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
  • Discover the treasures of Egypt with a private guided tour and a 4-night Nile cruise
  • River cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Explore the Pyramids, temples, museums,
  • and scenic river landscapes in comfort and style.
  • Luxor: East Bank – Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Avenue of Sphinxes; West Bank
  • Bank – Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon.
  • Nile Cruise: Edfu Temple (Horus), Kom Ombo Temple (Sobek & Horus).
  • Aswan: High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, felucca ride on the Nile.
  • Private Egyptologist guide throughout your journey.

Itinerary

1

 

  • Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where the energy of Africa’s largest city greets you immediately. The warm air carries faint scents of sun-baked stone, spices, and the distant river. Outside the airport, the city hums with life: cars and tuk-tuks weave through streets lined with markets, minarets rise in the skyline, and the chatter of vendors mingles with the calls to prayer.
  • A private transfer brings you to your hotel, a calm oasis of marble floors, soft lighting, and cool interiors. The rest of the evening is yours to relax or take a tentative stroll through the city, feeling the vibrant pulse of Cairo and sensing the adventures that await.

  • Accommodation: 2 nights at Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile Hotel / Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel 

    Meals: None

2

 

  • After breakfast, immerse yourself in an extraordinary day dedicated to Egypt’s most iconic symbols. The Giza Plateau unfolds before you, a vast desert stage where the pyramids rise like monumental suns carved from stone. Their sheer scale inspires awe; each block, meticulously placed, has withstood millennia. The golden sands shift gently beneath your feet, warmed by the sun, while the cool shadows of the monuments offer moments of contemplation.
  • Nearby, the Great Sphinx of Giza sits in eternal vigilance, its lion’s body radiating strength and its human face exuding quiet wisdom. Mount a camel or horse and feel the rhythmic sway of each step across the plateau, the coarse sand beneath your mount’s hooves, the warm wind brushing your face, and the immense silence punctuated only by distant birds.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant provides a welcome sensory interlude: aromas of fresh herbs, roasted vegetables, and warm bread mingle with the earthy scent of the surrounding desert. Every bite brings the flavors of Egypt to life, grounding you after the grandeur of the morning.
  • The afternoon leads to the Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest museum dedicated to a single civilization. Sunlight filters through the glass, illuminating gold, turquoise, and lapis artifacts of Tutankhamen. Monumental statues tower above, carved faces radiating power and serenity. The smooth coolness of stone and the subtle roughness of reliefs under your fingertips connect you tangibly to the pharaohs’ world. Every artifact, from intricate jewelry to royal sarcophagi, tells a story — a story that now includes you as witness.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
3

 

  • Fly south to Luxor, where the Nile glistens like a ribbon of liquid emerald, flanked by golden desert hills and clusters of palm trees. Board your luxury Nile cruise, where the gentle sway of the vessel becomes your new rhythm.
  • Explore the Karnak Temple Complex, its towering columns etched with hieroglyphs, the sacred lake reflecting sunlight, and the Hypostyle Hall casting deep shadows that shift with the sun’s angle. Wander through Luxor Temple, and stroll along the Avenue of Sphinxes, imagining ceremonial processions, hearing the soft echo of footsteps across ancient stones, and feeling the smooth, sun-warmed surfaces under your fingers.
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  • Accommodation: 4 nights on Movenpick MS Royal Lotus Nile cruise / M/S Concerto Plus Nile Cruise 

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

4

 

  • Cross to Luxor’s West Bank, where cliffs rise dramatically from the Nile, their ochre and gold tones glowing in the morning sun. Explore the Valley of the Kings, where tombs of pharaohs like Tutankhamen invite you into the sacred past. The walls are cool and smooth beneath your hands, hieroglyphs vivid despite centuries.
  • Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of symmetry and elegance, and pause at the Colossi of Memnon, feeling dwarfed by their imposing presence. Return to the cruise and sail toward Edfu via Esna, the Nile reflecting the fiery sunset and the gentle rustle of reeds at the water’s edge.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5

 

  • Morning carriage or horseback ride to Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved cult temples in Egypt. Stone columns soar overhead, carved reliefs tell vibrant stories, and shadows play across the walls as sunlight filters through.
  • Continue to Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, where the dual sanctuaries reflect balance and ritual precision. Sail toward Aswan in the evening, as the Nile mirrors the sunset and birds glide low above the water. Celebrate onboard at a traditional Galabeya party, enjoying music, dance, and local flavors while the river carries you serenely onward.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6

 

  • Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern marvel contrasting beautifully with the ancient river. Cross the Nile to Philae Temple, where intricate carvings of gods and goddesses seem to glow in the warm light.
  • Nearby, the Unfinished Obelisk leans slightly from the quarry, allowing you to sense its massive scale and the precision of ancient craftsmanship. In the late afternoon, glide around Kitchener’s Island in a felucca, feeling the river breeze on your skin, watching sunlight shimmer across the water, and smelling the lush flora of the island gardens.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
7

 

  • Optionally, visit Abu Simbel Temples by road or air — colossal statues carved from cliff faces, casting long shadows over the desert. Fly back to Cairo and transfer to your hotel for a final night. Let the memories of river journeys, sun-drenched temples, and desert winds settle in your senses.
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  • Accommodation: 1 night at  Le Meridien Cairo Airport Hotel / Concorde el Salam Cairo Hotel
8

 

  • After breakfast, private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward flight. Depart carrying vivid memories of Egypt’s timeless landscapes, monumental temples, and the serene flow of the Nile — a journey that lingers in your mind, heart, and senses long after you leave.
  • Meals: Breakfast

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Included / Excluded
Included
  • Entrance fees for all sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Private English-speaking guide in Cairo and during cruise excursions.
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Domestic flights: Cairo ↔ Luxor, Aswan ↔ Cairo.
  • Airport meet-and-greet and private transfers.
  • All transportation is in deluxe air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Baggage handling, hotel, and restaurant tips included.
  • All service charges and taxes.
Excluded
  • International flights
  • Entry visa
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and cruise crew
Notes

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Reservation & Cancellation policy

  • A deposit of 25% is required at the time of booking and constitutes part of your final payment.
  • Full payment is due 30 days before the commencement of the tour.
  • The company has the right to cancel the booking if the payment is not received within this period. 
  • Tour prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however, are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
  • Zoya Tours accepts the credit and debit cards (Visa and Master Card) as well as a wire transfer.
  • We charged no credit card fees or hidden surcharges.

Cancellation refunds will be calculated as of the date we receive cancellation requests per person.

The cancellation must be done by sending an email with 1) Name of the passenger 2) Passport number

Cancellation fees.

  • 45 days before your arrival, 6% of the total tour price will be charged as a bank transaction fee.
  • From 40 to 30 days before your arrival date, 25% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 29 to 15 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 14 to 7 days before your arrival date, 75% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 7 to 1 day before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged. 

Children Policy.

A: It differs from one tour to another.

  • 0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
    2 - 4.99 pay 25% of the tour price
    5 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
    12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

B: The policy is valid and applies to children sharing their parent’s rooms.

C: If the package includes Air Flight or Sleeping Train, then an extra charge applies as per the flight or train policy.

Single supplement:
This option is available for those who prefer traveling with others but prefer single accommodation. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early.

Important Notes:
We highly recommend you book this trip as early as possible, preferably 50 days prior to departure. Reservations received within 30 days will be on request and subject to availability of accommodation.

  • For full terms and conditions, please click here (terms and Conditions page).

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