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Classic Egypt & The Nile Cruise – 7 Days

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Overview

Cairo: 3 Nights
Luxor&Aswan : 3 Nights

Experience the wonders of Egypt with a private guided tour and a 3-night Nile cruise
River cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Explore iconic pyramids, majestic temples,
and the scenic Nile River while enjoying luxury accommodations and
personalized attention from your Egyptologist guide.

Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Solar Boat Museum,
Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, Khan el-Khalili Bazaar.

Aswan: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Nile River cruise, Kom
Ombo Temple, Temple of Horus in Edfu.

Luxor: East Bank – Karnak Temple, Avenue of Sphinxes, Luxor Temple; West Bank
Bank – Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon.

Private Egyptologist guide throughout the journey.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Cairo

Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where the vibrant energy of Egypt greets you immediately. The sun glints off modern buildings and minarets, mingling with the scents of fresh bread, spices, and distant flowers. A private transfer brings you to your hotel, a tranquil oasis of marble floors, cool interiors, and soft lighting. The evening is yours to relax or take a gentle stroll, letting your senses absorb the bustling life of Cairo.
Accommodation: 2 nights at Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile Hotel / Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel

Meals: None

Day 2

Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum

After breakfast, embark on an extraordinary day dedicated to Egypt’s most iconic symbols. The Giza Plateau stretches before you — a vast golden expanse where the pyramids rise like monumental suns carved from stone. Their grandeur is humbling; each limestone block is a testament to ingenuity, patience, and human ambition. As you approach, the wind carries the soft scent of sun-baked sand and faint desert herbs, and the sheer scale of the monuments fills your field of vision with awe.
The Great Sphinx of Giza guards the plateau with eternal vigilance, its leonine body radiating power and its serene human face seeming to gaze directly into the soul of each visitor. Mount a camel or horse and feel the rhythm of every step across the warm, shifting sands, the coarse grains beneath your mount’s hooves, and the sun casting long shadows across this timeless landscape.
Lunch at a local restaurant offers a sensory interlude: warm bread, aromatic spices, and fresh Egyptian flavors invigorate your palate, grounding you after the morning’s awe-inspiring spectacle.
In the afternoon, the journey continues to the Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest museum dedicated to a single civilization. Sunlight streams through glass panels, illuminating the treasures of Tutankhamen in a dazzling display of gold, lapis, and turquoise. Monumental statues tower above, their carved faces exuding strength and serenity. Running your fingers along the cool stone reliefs, you feel a tangible connection to a world built thousands of years ago. Every artifact, from intricate jewelry to royal sarcophagi, tells a story — stories now including you as witness to this ancient legacy.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

Aswan – Nile Cruise & Philae Temple

Fly to Aswan, where the Nile gleams like molten emerald under the morning sun. Step aboard your luxurious Nile cruise and feel the gentle sway of the vessel as it becomes your new rhythm. Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern marvel contrasting beautifully with the timeless river. Explore granite quarries, including the Unfinished Obelisk, leaning gently as though paused in mid-creation, showcasing the precision of ancient engineering.
Cross the Nile by motorboat to Philae Temple, where carvings of gods and goddesses glow in the warm afternoon light. Dinner onboard is accompanied by a Nubian folklore show, with music and dance that echo the rhythms of the river and culture of the land.
Accommodation: 3 nights on Movenpick MS Royal Lotus Nile cruise / M/S Concerto Plus Nile cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Cruising the Nile – Kom Ombo & Edfu

Sail to Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, where twin sanctuaries mirror the delicate balance of divine forces. Continue to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, reached by horse carriage from the ship. Marvel at soaring columns and intricate reliefs, illuminated by sunlight filtering through ancient windows.
In the evening, glide along the Nile as the sky burns orange and gold, and celebrate onboard with an Egyptian-themed Galabiya party. Music, dance, and local cuisine mingle with the gentle lapping of the river, creating an atmosphere of enchantment.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

West Bank Luxor – Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple

Arrive in Luxor’s West Bank, where cliffs rise from the Nile, glowing with ochre and gold. Explore the Valley of the Kings, including the optional tombs of Tutankhamen. Walk the cool stone corridors etched with hieroglyphs and feel the stories of pharaohs come alive.
Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of symmetry and grandeur, and pause at the Colossi of Memnon, monumental sentinels that watch over the valley. Return to your cruise as the Nile glimmers under the fading sun.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6

East Bank Luxor – Fly to Cairo

Disembark and visit Karnak Temple Complex, with its Hypostyle Hall and sacred lake, and Luxor Temple along the Avenue of Sphinxes. Feel the cool stone beneath your hands and imagine the processions of pharaohs past. Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Spend the afternoon at leisure, letting the memories of monuments, Nile breezes, and desert colors settle in your senses.
Accommodation: 1 night at Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile Hotel / Hilton Cairo Grand Nile Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

Departure from Cairo

After breakfast, a private transfer takes you to Cairo International Airport for your onward flight. Depart with vivid memories of towering pyramids, serene Nile waters, sacred temples, and the warmth of Egyptian hospitality — a journey that lingers in your heart and imagination.
Meals: Breakfast

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Included

Entrance fees for all specified sightseeing.
Private English-speaking Egyptologist/Trip Manager.
Meals as indicated in the itinerary (6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 3 Dinners).
Airport meet-and-greet and private transfers.
Domestic flights: Cairo ↔ Aswan, Luxor ↔ Cairo.
All transportation with air-conditioned vehicles.
Baggage handling, hotel, and restaurant tips included.

Excluded

International flights
Entry visa
Optional tours
Tips for drivers and Nile 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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What is the best time to travel to Egypt?

The best time to travel to Egypt is from October to April, when the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing, Nile cruises, and desert adventures.

What are the top places to visit in Egypt?

Some of the best places to visit in Egypt include Cairo, the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, the Red Sea resorts, and the Valley of the Kings.

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Popular things to do in Egypt include visiting ancient temples, exploring the pyramids, cruising the Nile, diving in the Red Sea, shopping in local bazaars, and experiencing Egyptian culture.

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Classic Egypt & The Nile Cruise – 7 Days