Itinerary Details
Day 1 : Arrival to Cairo
Welcome to Egypt - Cairo.
Upon arrival Cairo international airport, Nile Cruiser rep- will meet and assist you during passport control customs formalities.
Finish all airport procedures, then transfer to Cairo hotel relaxation and rest,
overnight in Cairo hotel.
Day 2 : GIZA PYRAMIDS – GRAND EGYPTIAN MUSEUM
After breakfast at the hotel, meet your Egyptologist tour guide to start, Giza tour to visit The Great Pyramids of Giza, the Valley temple, and the Sphinx. Egypt has recently unveiled a new treasure at the heart of the Giza Pyramids Complex, offering you the chance to be among the first to explore this captivating "pocket dimension" filled with magical artifacts that showcase the grandeur of this ancient civilization. Our Grand Egyptian Museum tour is the ultimate opportunity to discover the priceless archaeological treasures within the GEM's majestic halls, which illuminate the culture and history of ancient Egypt, a civilization that thrived for over 5,000 years. Nile Cruisers Egypt now offers exciting visits to the conservation center, 12 main galleries span Egypt's entire history showcasing 15000 artifacts, the Royal Regalia, the Victory Column of King Merneptah, the Hanging Obelisk, ten statues of King Senusret, the statue of King Ramses II, statues of Ptolemaic royalty, the Grand Staircase, the Grand Atrium, and the gift shop. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant with delicious Egyptian dishes and tasty Egypt food at a local restaurant. Then transfer to Cairo hotel for relaxation, overnight in Cairo hotel.
Day 3 : CAIRO FLY TO LUXOR - WELCOME TO LUXOR AND EAST BANK VISIT.
Breakfast at Cairo hotel and check out to fly to Luxor to start Nile Cruise trip.
Upon arrival at the Luxor airport, you will be greeted by our professional Nile Cruisers team and escorted by a licensed tour guide to begin sightseeing Luxor.
During the first portion of a guided tour, guests will experience the East Bank of Luxor, including the complex of Karnak temples, the Hypostyle Hall, and Hatshepsut obelisk. Afterwards, guests will transfer for embarkation to the Nile Cruise vessel.
Lunch will then be served on board with a delicious selection of vegetarian and international cuisine.
Later, guests will have the afternoon to explore the city of Luxor at their leisure.
In the evening, guests will embark on the second portion of their guided tour through the magnificent temple of Luxor during.
After the tour, guests will then return to the Nile Cruise.
Dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Luxor.
Day 4 : LUXOR WEST BANK, TOMB OF TUTANKHAMUN, AND SAILING TO ASWAN.
We start the Day with a delicious breakfast on the Nile Cruise ship.
(For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional Hot Air Balloon ride. Note, this optional activity is an additional cost.)
The tour will then continue to the West Bank of Luxor and include visits to the majestic Valley of Kings and three royal tombs.
During this once in a lifetime experience, guests will enter the tomb of King TUTANKHAMUN himself, seeing the mummy, the coffin, and his sarcophagus.
Following that, we will visit the Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari and the two grand colossi of Memnon.
Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel for a delicious lunch.
After lunch we set sail towards Aswan as guests enjoy afternoon tea and beautiful views along the Nile Valley.
Upon arrival in Esna along our journey, guests will experience our vessel crossing the lock to a higher level of water—providing the most stunning views of the Nile during your trip.
As the day comes to a close, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Edfu.
Day 5 : KOM OMBO TEMPLE VISIT AND SAILING THE NILE TO ASWAN.
We begin with a delicious breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel.
Guests will then enjoy sailing towards Kom Ombo, taking in the beautiful views of the Nile Valley.
Lunch will be served on board while sailing towards the day’s first stop, Kom Ombo.
Upon arrival in Kom Ombo, guests will embark on a 10-minute walk to visit the ancient Kom Ombo temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris, an extraordinary historical site that gives you a glimpse into the rich culture of ancient Egypt.
Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel and continue sailing towards Aswan, enjoying afternoon tea on the sun deck.
Finally, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.
Day 6 : ASWAN HIGHLIGHTS AND FELUCCA SAILING.
This Day begins with another delicious breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan. (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional tour of the Abu Simbel temple during this time. Note, this optional tour is an additional cost not included in the price and comes with a breakfast box.
Guests will then embark on a tour of Aswan, including visits to the temple of Philae, Isis Island, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the quarry of granite.
Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel for lunch.
In the afternoon, guests will sail on a traditional Felucca boat around the Nile Valley, a transportation first used in the 16th century. (Sailing will be subject to weather conditions).
Finally, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.
Day 7 : ASWAN FLY TO CAIRO – EGYPTIAN MUSEUM – KHAN EL KHALILI
Guests will begin their final day with breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.
They will then be assisted with disembarkation from the cruise.
At the appropriate time, guests will be transferred to Aswan airport to fly back to Cairo.
Upon arrive Cairo airport meet and assist, drive to The Egyptian Museum tour to see Treasures of King Tut Ankh Amon & animal mummy room, the ancient Egypt monuments. Finally, enjoy a visit to the open-air market (Khan El Khalili), the oldest market in the middle east.
Then back to your hotel with an overnight in Cairo.
Day 8 : CAIRO - HOME
Breakfast at your hotel, assist to check out with luggage down.
At the appropriate time transfer to Cairo airport to fly back home with sweet memories for Cairo trip.