9 Days in Egypt: Cairo, Nile Cruise and Abu Simbel
Experience Egypt over nine days with Cairo, the pyramids, a five-star Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan and the monumental temples of Abu Simbel.
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Signature experiences
Highlights of your journey
- Pyramids and Great Sphinx
- Full-board Nile cruise
- Valley of the Kings
- Karnak Temple
- Abu Simbel
The journey
Experience Egypt personally.
Day by day
Your itinerary
Open each stage to explore the planned route and experiences.
Day 1Welcome to Cairo+
On arrival at Cairo Airport, you are welcomed and transferred by private vehicle to your five-star hotel. After check-in, the evening is yours to relax. Included meal: dinner.
Day 2The Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur+
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, then explore Djoser’s Step Pyramid at Saqqara and the Red Pyramid at Dahshur. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 3Fly to Luxor and Board Your Cruise+
After breakfast, fly to Luxor and settle into your cabin aboard a five-star Nile cruise ship. Following lunch, visit Karnak Temple and beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4Luxor’s West Bank+
You may begin with an optional hot-air balloon flight. Afterwards, explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5Edfu and Kom Ombo+
Enjoy breakfast as you sail towards Edfu. Visit the Temple of Horus and later the remarkable double temple of Kom Ombo. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6The Sights of Aswan+
Visit the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple on Agilkia Island and the Unfinished Obelisk. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7Abu Simbel and Return to Cairo+
Depart early for the rock temples of Abu Simbel. After your visit, transfer to Aswan Airport for the flight back to Cairo. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 8Historic Cairo+
Explore historic Cairo, with visits tailored to your interests and potentially including the Citadel of Saladin or Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 9Departure+
After breakfast, there may be some free time depending on your flight schedule before your transfer to Cairo Airport. Included meal: breakfast.
Good to know
What your tour includes
Your personal proposal will confirm the exact choice of accommodation and all included services.
Included
Welcome and assistance on arrival and departure
All transfers in a private, modern, air-conditioned vehicle
Domestic flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo
Four nights in a five-star Cairo hotel including breakfast
Four nights aboard a five-star Nile cruise ship with full board
All sightseeing listed in the itinerary
Entrance fees for all included sights
Private guiding by a licensed English-speaking Egyptologist
Drinking water during excursions and transfers
Not included
International flights
Egypt entry visa
Gratuities for your guide, driver and cruise crew
Personal expenses and drinks not listed in the programme
Optional excursions such as the hot-air balloon flight or Nubian village
Your personal host
Planned by people who call Egypt home.
Ahmed and his team tailor the journey to your wishes and remain personally available before and throughout your time in Egypt.
Ahmed EldeakEgyptologist & founder
Personal & without obligation
Could this be your journey?
Tell us when and how you would like to experience Egypt, and we will adapt this tour around you.
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