Home9-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor & Nile Cruise
Discover one of the world's greatest civilisations on this 9-day Egypt tour combining Cairo, Luxor, and a 5-star Nile Cruise — a journey that takes you from the last surviving wonder of the ancient world to the legendary royal tombs of Upper Egypt.
Your adventure begins in Cairo, where the first three days are dedicated to the city's most extraordinary landmarks. Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza — monuments that have endured for over four and a half thousand years — admire the mysterious Great Sphinx, and explore the ancient burial grounds of Saqqara, home to the world's oldest large-scale stone structure. A full day at the Grand Egyptian Museum introduces you to one of the finest collections of ancient artefacts ever assembled, including the complete treasures of Tutankhamun. The afternoon continues at Khan El Khalili Bazaar — Cairo's atmospheric historic marketplace, where centuries of trading tradition continue in its colourful lanes.
On day four, a domestic flight carries you south to Aswan, where you visit the beautiful Philae Temple before boarding your 5-star Nile Cruise. From this point, the journey unfolds at the timeless pace of the river — three nights sailing between Aswan and Luxor, stopping at ancient temples that most visitors never reach overland. Kom Ombo's remarkable twin temple, dedicated to both the crocodile god Sobek and Horus the Elder, sits dramatically at the water's edge. The magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu — one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt — is followed by Luxor's East Bank, where the vast Karnak Temple Complex and the beautifully preserved Luxor Temple await. An optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel is also available for those wanting to venture further into Nubian territory.
Day seven brings the most historically charged experience of the tour — Luxor's legendary West Bank. The Valley of the Kings, where generations of New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in richly decorated underground tombs, is followed by the elegant Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the towering Colossi of Memnon. A final day back in Cairo allows time to relax or explore the city independently before departure.
Throughout the tour, a professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide accompanies you on all private sightseeing days, bringing the stories of pharaohs, gods, and ancient cities to life with knowledge and enthusiasm that transforms each site from a monument into a living chapter of history.
- Meet and greet service at Cairo Airport
- Assistance from guest relations throughout your stay
- Private airport and land transfers in air-conditioned deluxe vehicles
- Domestic flights from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo
- 4 nights accommodation in Cairo with breakfast
- 3 nights accommodation on a 5-star Nile Cruise with full board
- 1 night accommodation in Luxor with breakfast
- Private guided sightseeing in Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor
- Shared sightseeing during the Nile Cruise
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all listed attractions
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Bottled water during sightseeing
- Porterage where required
- All service charges and taxes
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional tours and excursions
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport you'll be met by your representative, assisted through arrival procedures, and transferred to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Met on arrival and transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle
- Tour manager on hand to review your itinerary and confirm pick-up times
- Rest of the day free to relax or enjoy your first impressions of Egypt's vibrant capital
- No planned activities — a comfortable start before your Egyptian adventure begins
Overnight: in Cairo.
Meals: No Meals
After breakfast, your private Egyptologist guide meets you for the first full day of exploration — beginning at the most iconic archaeological site on earth.
- Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza — the last surviving wonder of the ancient world
- Admire the mysterious Great Sphinx and visit the Valley Temple where ancient funerary rituals once took place
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to Saqqara
- Discover the Step Pyramid of King Djoser — the world's oldest large-scale stone monument, predating the Giza Pyramids
- Return to Cairo in the afternoon with the evening free to relax
Overnight: in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Saqqara
A day dedicated to two of Cairo's greatest cultural experiences — one ancient, one vibrantly alive.
- Visit the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), housing one of the world's finest collections of ancient Egyptian treasures
- Explore extraordinary galleries including the complete treasures of Tutankhamun — his golden burial mask, royal throne, and funerary objects
- Enjoy lunch before continuing to Khan El Khalili Bazaar — Cairo's historic marketplace operating for over six centuries
- Wander colourful lanes filled with traditional crafts, jewellery, spices, perfumes, and souvenirs
- Return to your hotel for a relaxing evening
Overnight: in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), Khan El Khalili Bazaar
After breakfast, the journey south to Upper Egypt begins — flying to Aswan and boarding your 5-star Nile Cruise.
- Transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan
- Upon arrival, visit Philae Temple — dedicated to the goddess Isis and dramatically situated on Agilkia Island in the Nile
- A short motorboat ride delivers you to one of Egypt's most beautifully positioned ancient temples
- Board your 5-star Nile Cruise and settle into your cabin
- Enjoy lunch on board as your Nile adventure begins
- Afternoon at leisure on the sun deck as the Nile landscape drifts past
Overnight: on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Philae Temple
A morning of ancient temples and optional desert adventure, followed by an afternoon sailing peacefully along the Nile.
- Optional early morning excursion to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples — the colossal monuments of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari relocated by UNESCO from rising waters
- Return to the cruise and sail to Kom Ombo
- Visit the unique twin temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder
- Explore its symmetrical design and riverside position — one of the most distinctive temple layouts in ancient Egypt
- Continue sailing towards Edfu while enjoying the ever-changing Nile scenery from the sun deck
Overnight: on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Kom Ombo Temple
Optional Tour: Abu Simbel Temples by Road (Private or Small Group)
One of the most monument-rich days of the tour — combining one of Egypt's best-preserved temples with the vast religious complex that defined ancient Thebes.
- Visit the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu — one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt, with towering gateways and beautifully carved reliefs
- Return to the cruise and sail towards Luxor while enjoying lunch on board
- Arrive in Luxor and explore the East Bank — once the heart of ancient Thebes
- Discover the vast Karnak Temple Complex, featuring the awe-inspiring Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 towering columns
- Visit Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated and connected to Karnak in ancient times by the Avenue of Sphinxes
Overnight: on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Temple of Horus at Edfu, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple
The most historically charged day of the tour — exploring the legendary burial grounds of Egypt's most powerful pharaohs.
- Disembark from your Nile Cruise and cross to the legendary West Bank of Luxor
- Visit the Valley of the Kings — the royal burial ground where generations of New Kingdom pharaohs were laid to rest in richly decorated underground tombs
- Continue to the elegant Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, dramatically built against towering limestone cliffs at Deir el-Bahari
- Stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon — two enormous stone statues that have stood watch over the Luxor plain for over three thousand years
- Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure
Overnight: in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon
After breakfast, the journey back to Cairo begins — with the afternoon free to enjoy the city at your own pace.
- Transfer to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo
- Upon arrival, private transfer to your hotel
- Afternoon entirely free — enjoy your hotel facilities, explore Cairo independently, or simply rest
- A final evening in one of the world's great cities before departure
Overnight: in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After a final Egyptian breakfast, your tour concludes with a transfer to Cairo International Airport.
- Enjoy breakfast and any remaining free time depending on your flight schedule
- Private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight
- Nine days of ancient wonders, timeless river landscapes, and unforgettable encounters with one of the world's greatest civilisations
Meals: Breakfast
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