7 Days Egypt Tour Package: Cairo, Nile Cruise, Luxor & Aswan

After a delicious breakfast, head to the legendary Giza Plateau to behold the mighty pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus-monuments so immense they stand like sentinels to a distant past. Feel the sand between your toes as you walk amongst these towering structures, each block of stone whispering the tales of a brilliant and ambitious society. Observe the inscrutable expression of the Great Sphinx nearby, its regal leonine form an enduring symbol of power and intelligence.

Proceed to the Valley Temple to see its timeless stone corridors and inscriptions that echo ancient sacred rituals, then view the magnificent funerary boat of Cheops at the Solar Boat Museum, where you will see evidence of remarkable ancient engineering and workmanship.

After your morning of discovery, relax at a local restaurant and enjoy your Egyptian lunch full of delicious local food and flavour.

In the afternoon, visit the stunning, new building of the Grand Egyptian Museum, which contains the largest and finest collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities in the world, and the treasure of Tutankhamun amongst others. Conclude your day by exploring the colorful and fragrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar with its bustling lanes and traditional shops reflecting both the ancient and modern essence of Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Take a morning flight to Aswan, where the peaceful beauty of the Nile contrasts with the surrounding desert landscape. Upon arrival, board your luxury Nile cruise and settle into elegantly appointed surroundings, where panoramic views of the river invite you to relax and unwind. As the cruise begins, glide along the calm waters of the Nile, watching the scenery shift from golden riverbanks to endless horizons under a vast sky.

In Aswan, visit the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that controls the flow of the Nile and supports life across Egypt. Continue by motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully set on an island surrounded by serene waters. Here, explore its sacred halls and admire the warm glow of ancient stone illuminated by the sun, while the gentle movement of the Nile enhances the tranquil atmosphere.

Return to your cruise and enjoy a refreshing welcome cocktail on deck as the sun sets over the river, casting golden reflections across the water and creating a peaceful evening ambiance.

Accommodation: 3 nights on MS Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Sail toward Kom Ombo, where the twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus rises majestically from the riverbank. Explore the temple’s symmetrical design, intricate carvings, and the cool shadows of its columned halls. Sense the devotion of ancient worshippers in every hieroglyph and offering niche.

Continue to Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved monuments, where the towering walls, grand pylon, and sacred inscriptions offer an intimate encounter with the gods themselves. In the evening, celebrate on board with a traditional Galabeya party, where music, dance, and the warm Nile air combine in a joyful cultural immersion.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cruise through Esna Lock as the river’s gentle current nudges your vessel forward. Arrive in Luxor, where the grandeur of ancient Thebes awaits. Visit the Karnak Temple complex, marvel at its massive Hypostyle Hall, towering columns, and sacred lake shimmering in the sunlight. Sense the scale and spiritual energy that has attracted pilgrims for millennia.

Continue to Luxor Temple, beautifully aligned along the Avenue of Sphinxes. Walk amid towering statues and sandstone walls that capture the golden afternoon light, each relief telling a story of pharaohs, gods, and cosmic order.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cross to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, where hidden tombs of Tutankhamun, Ramses VI, and other pharaohs lie in silent splendor. Descend into cool, shadowed chambers, tracing hieroglyphs that narrate the journey of kings into the afterlife. The air is cool and dry, echoing faintly with history, and every turn reveals intricate artistry.

Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, its terraces and colonnades bathed in morning sunlight, framed by the ochre cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Pause at the Colossi of Memnon, whose massive statues watch over the plains with stoic grandeur.

Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo, reflecting on the profound connection between river, desert, and civilization. Overnight at your hotel.

Accommodation: 1 night at Le Meridien Cairo Airport Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, a private transfer takes you to Cairo International Airport for your onward journey. Leave Egypt with the lasting impressions of golden sands, timeless monuments, the tranquil Nile, and the vibrant energy of its cities, carrying the textures, scents, and stories of a civilization that shaped human history.

Meals: Breakfast