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Overview
Experience the ultimate cultural escape with this 8 Day Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise, a perfectly balanced itinerary combining Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and a scenic Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
Stand before the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, explore Saqqara and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then discover Alexandria’s ancient landmarks along the Mediterranean coast. Your journey continues aboard a luxury Nile Cruise, sailing between Aswan and Luxor while visiting Egypt’s most iconic temples.
This tour is crafted for travelers seeking comfort, history, and a relaxed Nile experience in one unforgettable adventure.
Looking for extended itineraries with sailing experiences? Explore more options in our Nile Cruise Tour Packages.
Tour Info
- Duration: 8 days , 7 nights
- Departure time and location: 24/7 from your hotel
- Return time and location: 24/7 to your hotel
- Package category: Egypt Classic Tour Packages
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Meet & assist at Cairo Airport, hotel check-in
- Day 2: Explore the Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Day 3: Fly to Aswan, embark on the Nile Cruise, and begin sightseeing
- Day 4: Visit Kom Ombo Temple overlooking the Nile
- Day 5: Explore Edfu Temple, then sail toward Luxor
- Day 6: Discover Luxor’s iconic landmarks, then fly back to Cairo
- Day 7: Full-day exploration of Cairo’s top attractions
- Day 8: Final departure
- Prefer a shorter cruise experience? Compare with our 5 Days Nile Cruise & Cairo Tours.
What to Expect
- This itinerary delivers a complete Egypt experience across land and river:
- Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara, and the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Explore Aswan’s ancient highlights, including Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Edfu Temple
- Discover Luxor’s legendary sites, such as the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon
- Enjoy Old Cairo, with visits to the Alabaster Mosque, the Citadel, and the historic Coptic Cairo district
- Interested in land-only cultural itineraries? Discover our Egypt Classic Tour Packages.
More About 8 Day Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise | Cairo, Giza, Alexandria & Nile River Journey
- Due to potentially high temperatures during summers, consider packing a hat and sunscreen for your tour.
- Ensure your comfort by wearing suitable footwear, as both Saqqara and the Pyramids of Giza are situated in desert environments.
- The Tour Leader will be waiting inside the airport with sign with your name on it , and he will contact you with WhatsApp if it is available .
- Dress Code: Smart Casual closes is recommended.
- Comfortable shoes for walking, sunglasses and sunhat are important in summer time.
- Hotels Categories: 5 stars hotels
- Ground transportation: Modern New A/C cars, buses, and mini-buses will be used for ground transportation during your tours.
- Flights: Domestic flights will be operated by EgyptAir or by AirCairo depending on availability.
- Guide: You will have a professional tour guide will be with you at all the sights, providing expert insights and making your experience even more memorable.
- Restaurants : Need to inform you that all of the restaurants offer a variety of Halal, vegetarian, and other food options to suit your preferences. inform us if you have any special request , you can enjoy a wide range of choices during your stay.
- If you would like to extend your stay and add one or two extra nights to the tour package you've chosen, please let us know. We’d be happy to assist with the arrangements.
- Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation number along with all the detailed information about your tour package.
Itinerary
Our representative will meet you at the airport upon arrival, holding a sign with your name. They will assist with visa and customs procedures, then escort you to your hotel while explaining your upcoming schedule and answering any questions.
The Pyramids' Light Show (Optional Tour)
The Pyramids Sound and Light Show is a highly recommended optional activity on your first day. This one-hour experience offers a captivating introduction to Egyptian history and can be added to your package upon request.
Kindly note that this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
During your transfer to the hotel, your tour guide will provide an overview of Cairo and address any inquiries you may have. They can also offer suggestions for local dining spots and popular attractions to explore during your free time.
Accommodation:
Standard 5-star hotel in Cairo.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Note:
Check-in available from 2:00 pm.
Optional tours:
Enhance your experience with optional activities like the Cairo by Night tour, Quad Safari adventure and The Light Show of the Pyramids.
According to the pick-up time your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to your accommodation.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
It is the largest museum dedicated to a single civilization. It houses over 100,000 artifacts, many on display for the first time, offering an immersive experience of ancient Egyptian history and culture.
Saqqara Tour
The Saqqara Complex is an ancient burial ground, best known for the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest stone pyramid in Egypt. It served as a royal necropolis and showcases early pyramid architecture and richly decorated tombs.
Pyramids of Giza
The Pyramids of Giza consist of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. The site also features the famous Great Sphinx, a massive statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.
Accommodation:
Standard 5-star hotel in Cairo.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities:
- Saqqara visit: 2 hours
- Pyramids of Giza visit: 3 hours
- The Grand Egyptian Museum: 2 hours
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
Transportation:
Transportation between sites is provided for a seamless experience.
According to the arranged pick-up time, and after the check-out, you will be met with our rep, who will pick you up and transfer you to Cairo airport to take a flight to Aswan, upon arriving to Aswan Airport, you will be greeted by your tour guide, who will accompany you on your holiday from Aswan to Luxor.
You will transport to visit the below sights then you will check-in the Nile Cruise.
Philae Temple
it dedicated to the goddess Isis, is a stunning ancient sanctuary on an island in Aswan, known for its beautiful architecture and serene Nile surroundings.
Nubian village (Optional Tour)
The Nubian Village offers a charming glimpse into Nubian culture, with its colorful homes, traditional crafts, and warm hospitality. a perfect optional visit for an authentic experience in Aswan.
Kindly note that this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Accommodation:
Standard 5-star Nile cruise.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Included Activities:
-Visiting Philae Temple.
Optional Tours:
-The Nubian Village
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
Additional Information:
After visiting the Philae Temple, board the five-star Nile Cruise. Enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and a nighttime disco party on board.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the sights below.
Abu Simbel Temples (Optional Tour)
The Abu Simbel Temples, carved into a mountainside, are iconic monuments of Ramses II, famed for their colossal statues and rich history , a must-see optional visit from Aswan.
Kindly note that this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Kom Ombo Temple
It is a unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god, offering stunning riverside views and fascinating ancient carvings.
Accommodation:
Standard 5-star Nile cruise.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Kom Ombo Temple.
Optional Tours:
- Abu Simbel Temples.
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
Additional Information:
The cruise departs at 02:00 PM; it will reach Kom Ombo Temple around 5:00 PM.
If you added the Abu Simbel temples to your day, you would pick up around 5:00 AM.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
Edfu Temple
It dedicated to Horus, is one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, known for its grand scale, impressive carvings, and rich mythological significance.
Passing through Esna's lock
Sail through Esna’s historic lock, a remarkable engineering feat on the Nile. Enjoy seamless passage while taking in scenic river views from your luxury cruise.
Accommodation:
Standard 5-star Nile cruise.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Edfu Temple
- Experience sailing through the lock of Esna
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported to Luxor Airport to have a flight back to Cairo and then to your accommodation.
Valley of The Kings
Explore the Valley of the Kings, a magnificent royal burial site where Egypt’s pharaohs rest in exquisitely decorated tombs, including that of King Tutankhamun.
Kindly note that this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is an architectural masterpiece, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, showcasing elegant terraces and honoring Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
The Memnon Colossi
You will be transported to the Memnon Colossi visit: We'll then view the Memnon statues. They are the sole extant sculptures fronting the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III, showing the pharaoh seated on his throne.
The Karnak Temples
At 3:00 pm, head to the Karnak Temples, which are a vast and awe-inspiring complex featuring towering columns, massive statues, and sacred lakes, a testament to ancient Egypt’s grandeur and spiritual devotion.
The Hot Air Balloon (Optional Tour)
The hot air balloon ride in Luxor offers a 45-minute aerial view of the city’s monuments. You'll be picked up at 4:00 a.m., then return to the boat for breakfast and your Luxor tour.
Kindly note that this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Luxor Temple (Optional Tour)
Luxor Temple is a majestic ancient site in the heart of Luxor, renowned for its grand colonnades, intricate carvings, and its role as a center for religious ceremonies in ancient Thebes.
Kindly note that this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show (Optional Tour)
The Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show is an evening experience that illuminates the temple with lights, music, and narration, telling the story of ancient Egypt's history and culture.
Kindly note that this is an optional tour with an additional fee.
Accommodation:
Standard 5-star hotel in Cairo.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Included Activities:
- Visiting The Valley of Kings.
- Exploring Hatshepsut Temple.
- Viewing the Memnon Colossi.
- Exploring Karnak Temples.
Optional Tours:
- Hot Air Balloon Ride.
- Luxor Temple Visit.
-Karnak Light Show.
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
According to the pick-up time your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to your accommodation.
Old Coptic
Old Coptic Cairo is a historic area in Cairo, home to several ancient Christian churches, including the Hanging Church and St. Sergius and Bacchus Church. It also contains the Coptic Museum, showcasing Egypt's Christian heritage.
Old Islamic Cairo
The Alabaster Mosque, located in the Citadel of Saladin, is famous for its striking alabaster walls. The Citadel offers panoramic views of Cairo and hosts several important museums.
Accommodation:
Standard 5-star hotel in Cairo.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Included activities:
- Coptic Cairo
- Islamic Cairo
Guide:
Your knowledgeable guide will offer detailed insights about each site and address any inquiries during the tour. Transport between sites is provided for a smooth experience.
Transportation:
Transportation between sites is provided for a seamless experience.
Note:
For visits to religious sites, men should wear long pants, while women are advised to wear knee-length or longer skirts or trousers. Sleeveless tops and low-neckline shirts should be avoided, ensuring a respectful and dignified experience.
The pick-up will be scheduled based on your departure information, and the driver will be ready for you to pick you up and transport you to your next location.
Check-out must be completed by 11:00 a.m.
If your flight is later than the check-out time, we will attempt to help you with late check-out, but if we can't, you can wait in the hotel lobby.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Meet-and-assist service at Cairo Airport
- 7 nights in carefully selected 5-star hotels
- Luxury Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
- Qualified, professional Egyptologist tour guide
- Entrance fees to all listed archaeological sites
- Private, air-conditioned transportation for all tours
- Domestic flights Cairo → Aswan & Luxor → Cairo
- Daily meals as per itinerary (breakfasts, lunches, dinners)
- Unlimited bottled water during tours
- All local taxes and service charges included
- Ready to explore Egypt by land and Nile in one extraordinary journey? Contact us now to book your 8 Day Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise.
Exclusions
- International Airfare.
- Entry Visa.
- Drinks.
- Any private expenses.
- Optional Tours.
- Any Extra Not Mentioned in the Program.
- Tipping.
Current Season Price Details
The trip is available for booking starting from 2026-08-01 Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
| Single Room | Double Room | Triple Room | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Must adult # | |||
| Price per adult | $ 2530 | $ 1760 | $ 1685 |
| Max child # [age:6-11] | |||
| Price per child | $ 1265 | $ 880 | |
| Max infant # [age:0-5] | |||
| Price per infant | $ 633 | $ 440 |
Deposit
50 % of the total booking amount
Extra Fees
Optional tours.
Visiting the pyramids from inside.
Beverages during the cruise.
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