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Our Cairo and Nile cruise tour packs the essential sights of Egypt into 8 days and 7 nights: three nights in Cairo and four nights on a 5-star Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan on full board. Cairo sightseeing is private, and an English-speaking Egyptologist guides you throughout.
Highlights of the Cairo and Nile cruise tour
- Giza and the Egyptian Museum: the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the golden collection of Tutankhamun.
- Luxor: Karnak and Luxor Temples on the East Bank; the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank.
- Sailing south: the Ptolemaic Temple of Horus at Edfu and the riverside Temple of Sobek at Kom Ombo.
- Aswan: the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple and a traditional felucca sail around Elephantine Island.
Good to know
Domestic flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo are not included in the package price, nor are special tickets such as the Mummies Room, entry inside a pyramid or the tomb of Tutankhamun. Meals on the cruise are included (full board); Cairo hotel nights include breakfast.
Extend your holiday
Many guests add a beach stay afterwards. See the 11-day Egypt classic tour with Hurghada, or pair Cairo with Sinai on our Cairo & Sharm El Sheikh package.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Egypt visa included? No. Most nationalities need an entry visa for Egypt, and it is not included in the package price. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your return date.
How are prices calculated? Prices are per person in US dollars, based on two people sharing a room. A single supplement applies if you prefer a room on your own, and discounts are available for groups.
Can you change the dates or hotels? Yes. Contact us and we will adjust the trip to your dates, budget and preferred hotel category. Rates over Christmas, New Year and Easter may differ.
