Best of the best (8-Day Pyramids and Nile Cruise Tour by Air)
Duration
8 Days
Max People
50
Min Age
10+
Pickup
Airport
Overview
Discover the wonders of Egypt and timeless beauty in just 8 days with our captivating tour package. Begin your meticulously crafted adventure in the vibrant city of Cairo, where you’ll dive into the ancient mysteries of the Pyramids of Giza and explore the rich history of the Egyptian Museum. Then, embark on a luxurious Nile cruise, sailing through the timeless wonders of Luxor and Aswan, where history comes to life amidst breathtaking landscapes. Explore ancient temples, witness breathtaking sunsets over the Nile River, and experience the magic of Egypt’s legendary waterway. With expert guides, luxurious accommodations, and unforgettable experiences, this tour promises an unforgettable journey through the heart of ancient Egypt.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Upon arrival in Cairo, our “Truly Adventures” representative will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport. Then, you will be transferred directly from the airport by a private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel to check-in.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: No Meals
Day 2: Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum – Fly to Luxor
After finishing your delicious breakfast at the hotel you will start your exploration of Cairo with your personal tour guide to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramids of Giza “Khufu, Khafre & Menkaure” where you will witness human ingenuity and achievement. After that, you will visit the Egyptian Museum to see the most important depository of Egyptian Antiquities in the World, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. Then enjoy lunch at a good quality local restaurant. Later, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for a short flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be picked up from the airport to your hotel in Luxor.
Overnight in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Luxor East Bank Tour – Check-in the Nile Cruise
After breakfast, your tour will begin by discovering the East Bank of Luxor, including Luxor Temple which stands today as a testament to the enduring legacy of ancient Egyptian civilization and its ability to adapt to changing times and influences, and the most wonderful Karnak Temples Complex, the largest ancient religious complex in the world. Later, you will be transferred to your Cruise.
Optional tour to sound and light show at Karnak Temples
Overnight on board in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Luxor West Bank Tour – Sail to Edfu
Breakfast on the Nile cruise, and join your tour guide to start your magical tour by exploring the west bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings, which is considered the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried. Then to the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, one of the most wonderful examples of Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was carved inside the mountain. After finishing the tour, you will be transferred to your Cruise to start sailing to Edfu.
Optional trip to the Hot Air Balloon Ride
Overnight on board in Edfu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Edfu Temple-Sail to Aswan
Your day tour will start with a visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu which is considered one of the most well-preserved cult temples in Egypt. After that, you will back to the cruise and continue sailing to Kom Ombo. Later, disembark at Kom Ombo to visit the Greco- Roman temple dedicated to Haroeris (the sun god) and Sobek (the crocodile god. Cruise to Aswan. After finishing your tour continue sailing to Aswan.
Overnight on board in Aswan
Day 6: Aswan Tour
After finishing your breakfast, you will join your tour guide to discover the great city of Aswan, including the High Dam, which was erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in the 1960s to protect Egypt from the Nile flood and Philae Island, where you will visit Temple of Philae which built to honor the goddess Isis, and was the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. Later, you will be transferred to your Nile cruise. Then enjoy lunch and dinner on board.
Afternoon optional Tour to the Nubian village
Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Optional trip to Abu simbel – Fly to Cairo
After finishing your delicious breakfast, you will depart to Aswan airport to take a short flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo.
Optional trip before departing to Abu Simbel Temples, the commanding twin temples of Ramses II and his wife, Queen Nefertari.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Final Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for final departure.
If you want to extend your magical vacation in Egypt, let us know.
Meals: Breakfast
Included/Excluded
- The service of meeting and greeting by our representatives at the Airport
- Our guest relations assistance during your stay
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- 2-night accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Cairo including breakfast
- 4-nights accommodation on a 5-star Nile Cruise on full board
- Internal flight from Cairo to Luxor
- Internal flight from Aswan to Cairo
- All sightseeing tours on the Nile Cruise, Cairo sharing Truly Adventures group
- All sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary above
- Portage when needed
- All inclusive of taxes and service charge
- Flights (Airfare), Visas and Insurance
- Extra Meals, Snacks and Drinks
- Tipping
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned on the itinerary
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