8-Day Cairo & Nile Cruise Tour Package

Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Luxury Nile River Cruise

Overview

Discover the heart of ancient civilization with this unforgettable 8-day Cairo and Nile Cruise vacation package, perfectly designed for history lovers and cultural explorers. This carefully curated journey combines the vibrant heritage of Cairo, the wonder of the Great Pyramids of Giza, and a magical 5-day luxury Nile River cruise between Luxor and Aswan.

From exploring the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to sailing past timeless landscapes along the Nile, this tour covers Egypt’s most iconic highlights in comfort and style. Enjoy expert-guided sightseeing, premium accommodations, domestic flights, and seamless service throughout—making this one of the best Egypt tour packages for first-time and returning travelers alike.

Tour Highlights

• Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx

• Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

• Fly to Luxor and cruise the Nile in 5-star luxury

• Discover Luxor’s East & West Banks

• Visit Edfu, Kom Ombo & Philae Temples

• Sail through scenic Nile landscapes

• Expert Egyptologist guides throughout

• Ideal mix of culture, comfort & discovery

What’s Included

• Meet & assist upon arrival at Cairo International Airport

• Guest relations assistance throughout your stay

• All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicles

• Domestic flights: Cairo → Luxor / Aswan → Cairo

• 3 nights accommodation in Cairo with daily breakfast

• 4 nights onboard a 5-star superior Nile Cruise, full board

• Private guided Cairo sightseeing tours

• Guided cruise excursions (small-group basis)

• Professional English-speaking tour guide

• Entrance fees to all listed attractions

• Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

• Bottled water during tours

• Portage where required

• All service charges and taxes

What’s Not Included

• International airfare

• Egypt entry visa

• Optional excursions

• Personal expenses

• Tipping

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to Egypt

Welcome to Egypt, land of the Pharaohs. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your professional tour manager will meet and assist you with arrival procedures and visa formalities. Transfer in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your selected hotel.

Choose between:

• A hotel with Pyramids views (such as Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel), or

• A boutique luxury hotel in historic Khan El Khalili (such as Le Riad)

After check-in, your tour manager will review your itinerary and confirm pick-up times.

Overnight in Cairo
Welcome drink included.

Day 2: Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

After breakfast, begin your guided tour at the legendary Giza Plateau, home to:

• The Great Pyramid of Khufu

• Pyramids of Khafre & Menkaure

• The iconic Great Sphinx

Continue to the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world, showcasing priceless artifacts from ancient Egypt, including treasures of the royal dynasties.

Return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight in Cairo

Day 3: Fly to Luxor – East Bank Sightseeing

Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin exploring Luxor’s East Bank, including:

• Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built

• Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated by ancient history

Transfer to your 5-star Nile Cruise and enjoy lunch onboard. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Day 4: Luxor West Bank – Sail the Nile

After breakfast, explore Luxor’s legendary West Bank:

• Valley of the Kings, burial place of royal Pharaohs

• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

• Colossi of Memnon

Return to the cruise and begin sailing toward Edfu, enjoying Nile scenery along the way.

Overnight onboard

Day 5: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s finest ancient temples. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo, where you’ll explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus.

Cruise onward to Aswan.

Overnight onboard

Day 6: Aswan Sightseeing

Discover the highlights of Aswan, including:

• Aswan High Dam

• Unfinished Obelisk

• Philae Temple, beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island

Optional felucca sail on the Nile (weather permitting).

Overnight onboard

Day 7: Fly to Cairo – Optional Abu Simbel Tour

Disembark after breakfast. Optional early-morning excursion to Abu Simbel Temples (additional cost), one of Egypt’s most impressive monuments.

Later, fly back to Cairo. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy a free evening.

Overnight in Cairo

Day 8: Cairo – Final Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight home, bringing your unforgettable Egypt journey to a close.

Why Choose This Egypt Tour?

• Perfect 8-day Egypt itinerary for first-time visitors

• Combines Cairo highlights with a luxury Nile Cruise

• Domestic flights included for maximum comfort

• Expert-guided tours with seamless logistics

• Excellent value with premium services

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