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Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx on a Cairo Nile Cruise tour
Nile cruise sailing between Aswan and Luxor
Philae Temple in Aswan during an Egypt Nile cruise tour
Karnak Temple in Luxor during a Cairo Nile Cruise tour
Cairo · Aswan · Nile Cruise · Luxor

7-Day Cairo Nile Cruise Tour

Explore the Pyramids and GEM, fly to Aswan, cruise through Kom Ombo and Edfu, and discover the legendary temples and royal tombs of Luxor.

CAIROASWANNILE CRUISELUXOR
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
Tour TypePrivate Guided Tour
RouteCairo to Aswan & Luxor
GuideLicensed Egyptologist
AccommodationHotel & Nile Cruise
AvailabilityScheduled Departures
Tour Overview

Egypt’s Greatest Wonders in One Seamless Journey

This 7-day Cairo Nile Cruise tour combines Egypt’s essential historical experiences with comfortable private services. Stand before the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx, discover the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, then fly to Aswan to visit the High Dam and Philae Temple. Board a full-board Nile cruise and sail to Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor. Complete your journey at Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple before flying back to Cairo for a restful final night.

CairoPyramids, Sphinx & GEM
AswanHigh Dam & Philae
Nile CruiseKom Ombo & Edfu
LuxorEast & West Banks
Journey Highlights

Cairo Nile Cruise Tour Attractions

Ten iconic Egyptian landmarks arranged in two complete rows of five cards.

Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx
GIZA

Pyramids & Great Sphinx

Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza
CAIRO

Grand Egyptian Museum

Philae Temple on Agilkia Island
ASWAN

Philae Temple

Aswan High Dam
ASWAN

High Dam

Kom Ombo Temple beside the Nile
NILE CRUISE

Kom Ombo Temple

Temple of Horus at Edfu
NILE CRUISE

Edfu Temple

Great Hypostyle Hall at Karnak Temple
LUXOR EAST BANK

Karnak Temple

Luxor Temple entrance and obelisk
LUXOR EAST BANK

Luxor Temple

Decorated royal tomb in the Valley of the Kings
LUXOR WEST BANK

Valley of the Kings

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari
LUXOR WEST BANK

Hatshepsut Temple

Tour Itinerary

Your Day-by-Day Egypt Journey

A seamless seven-day route through Cairo, Aswan, the Nile Valley and Luxor with private guiding and domestic flights.

Day 01
Arrival in Cairo | Welcome to Egypt

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet our representative for assistance with arrival procedures and luggage. Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your Cairo hotel, complete check-in and review the upcoming journey. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure and rest after your flight.

Meet & Assist
Private Transfer
Hotel Check-In
No Meals
Day 02
Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx & GEM

After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist and explore the Giza Plateau. See the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, the Valley Temple and the Great Sphinx. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where monumental statues and the treasures of ancient Egypt reveal more than 5,000 years of history. Return to your Cairo hotel.

Giza Pyramids
Great Sphinx
Grand Egyptian Museum
Breakfast & Lunch
Day 03
Fly to Aswan | High Dam, Philae & Cruise Embarkation

Transfer to Cairo Airport for your economy flight to Aswan. Meet your Egyptologist on arrival and visit the Aswan High Dam before travelling by motorboat to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. After the tour, board your Nile cruise, settle into your cabin and enjoy lunch and dinner onboard.

Domestic Flight
High Dam & Philae
Cruise Embarkation
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04
Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples

Sail to Kom Ombo and explore its unusual double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Continue toward Edfu, where a horse-drawn carriage takes you to the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus. Return to the ship and enjoy the Nile scenery while sailing toward Luxor.

Kom Ombo Temple
Edfu Temple
Nile Sailing
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05
Luxor East Bank | Karnak & Luxor Temples

Arrive in Luxor and explore the East Bank with your private Egyptologist. Walk through the monumental Karnak Temple Complex and its Great Hypostyle Hall, then visit elegant Luxor Temple and learn how it was connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Return aboard for your final cruise night.

Karnak Temple
Luxor Temple
Avenue of Sphinxes
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 06
Luxor West Bank & Flight to Cairo

Disembark after breakfast and cross to Luxor’s West Bank. Enter selected royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, admire the terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and stop at the Colossi of Memnon. Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo, followed by a private transfer to your hotel.

Valley of the Kings
Hatshepsut & Colossi
Domestic Flight
Breakfast & Lunch
Day 07
Final Departure from Cairo

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and check out. At the appropriate time, our representative will transfer you privately to Cairo International Airport and assist with your departure arrangements. Leave Egypt with lasting memories of Cairo, Aswan, the Nile and Luxor.

Hotel Check-Out
Private Transfer
Airport Assistance
Breakfast
Your Tour Package

Everything Arranged for Your Egypt Journey

Included In Your Journey

Meet and assist at Cairo International Airport
All private airport, hotel and cruise transfers
3 nights accommodation in Cairo
3 nights full-board Nile cruise accommodation
Economy flights Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo
Private licensed Egyptologist throughout sightseeing
Private air-conditioned sightseeing vehicles
Entrance fees to all listed attractions
Motorboat transfer to Philae Temple
Meals specified in the itinerary
Taxes and service charges

Not Included

International airfare
Egypt entry visa
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Optional tours such as Abu Simbel or balloon ride
Drinks not included during meals
Entry inside the Great Pyramid
Gratuities for guides, drivers and cruise crew
Peak-season and holiday supplements
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What Our Travelers Say

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“Transportation to and from everywhere, a personal and knowledgeable tour guide, security each day, a driver, phenomenal hotel, and thankfully airport assistance. Egypt gave us the best personal attention.”

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“We’ve been to Egypt during the Christmas holidays and were so lucky to have everything organised by Heba and her team. Everybody was polite and professional from the moment we booked until after we left Egypt.”

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“The itinerary she created for us perfectly matched our requests and wishes, and every single detail was well-organized. The guides were very knowledgeable and friendly.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Before You Book This Egypt Tour

Important answers about flights, cruise schedules, accommodation and optional extensions.

Are the domestic flights included in this Cairo Nile Cruise tour?
Yes. Economy flights from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor back to Cairo are included, subject to the available schedule and fare at confirmation.
How many nights are spent in Cairo and on the Nile cruise?
The program includes three nights in Cairo and three nights aboard a full-board Nile cruise in a double or twin cabin.
Does the Nile cruise depart every day?
No. Nile cruises operate on scheduled sailing dates. The tour start date is coordinated with cruise availability before your reservation is confirmed.
Can Abu Simbel be added to this seven-day itinerary?
Yes. Abu Simbel may be added from Aswan when flight and cruise timing permits. It is an optional excursion with an additional cost.
Can the hotel, cruise or sightseeing program be customized?
Yes. Hotel category, cruise vessel, room type and optional activities can be tailored to your dates, interests and budget.
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