Arrival to Luxor Nile Cruise / Cairo

Join us for an incredible 8-day trip in Egypt, featuring a fantastic Nile Cruise and a Cairo package. Start by exploring the beautiful city of Luxor, visiting the Karnak and Luxor Temples on the East Bank. Then, sail to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and onward to Aswan. Journey to Cairo to see the historic Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum. Finally, return to Luxor by sleeper train and visit the West Bank, home of the famous Valley of the Kings.

Important Info

• Tour Duration: 8 Days
• Location: Luxor, Egypt
• Time Log: Upon arrival at Airport
• Scheduling: Mon
• Le Meridien Pyramids Hotel Cairo MS Nile Goddess Nile Cruise Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor

Highlights

• Hotel pick up and return
• Visit the magnificent Luxor & Karnak Temples
• Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
• Enjoy a horse & carriage ride to Edfu Temple
• Visit Kom Ombo Temple, shared by the Gods Sobek & Horus
• Get away from the hustle and bustle
• Enjoy crystal clear waters
• Experience the beauty of Philae Temple
• Step back in time on a history tour
• Enjoy the most famous landmarks in Cairo

Tour Description

Every Monday 8 Days / 7 Nights

Day 1 Monday: Arrive Luxor - Nile Cruise

Our representative will meet you at Luxor Airport to escort you by A/C vehicle to embark your 5* Nile Cruise. Upon arrival, your representative will check you in and discuss your itinerary to confirm your pick-up times for your tours.

Overnight onboard in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner.

Day 2 Tuesday: Luxor Sightseeing Karnak & Luxor Temples

After breakfast onboard, your personal guide will meet you to accompany you to visit the magical Karnak Temples, dedicated to the God Amun and his wife Mut. Then journey on to visit the majestic Luxor Temple, built by Amunhotep III in the 18th Dynasty B.C. and completed by Ramesses II during the 19th Dynasty B.C. Also enjoy visiting the Obelisk of Ramses II in front of the 1st Pylon. Back to your Cruise and sail onto Edfu via Esna Lock.

Overnight on Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 3 Wednesday: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

After breakfast on board, sail to Edfu to visit the Horus Temple. Edfu Temple houses important scenes and inscriptions about the Sacred Drama related to the conflict between Horus and Seth. Sail onto Kom Ombo Temple, shared by the two Gods Sobek and Horus. Sobek, the Crocodile God, is associated with the Nile, military, and fertility, while Horus is the God of Sky and Kingship. Back to your Cruise and sail onto Aswan.

Overnight on Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 4 Thursday: Aswan Sightseeing

After breakfast on board, your guide will meet you to visit the famous High Dam, which controls all of Egypt’s water. Next, visit the unique Unfinished Obelisk. Continue to the beautiful Philae Temple, built for the Goddess Isis, representing Health, Marriage, and Wisdom.

Overnight on Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 5 Friday: Disembark Nile Cruise / Flight to Cairo

After breakfast, disembark your Nile Cruise where your representative will be waiting to escort you to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, your private guide will be waiting to accompany you on a visit to the amazing Giza Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Then on to visit the majestic Sphinx and the Valley Temple, including the Solar Boat visit. Proceed to visit Sakkara, home of the world-famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest major stone structure. Finally, visit Memphis, the Old Kingdom. After your visit, enjoy a comfortable drive back to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 6 Saturday: Coptic Cairo / Egyptian Museum / Khan El Khalili / Train to Luxor

After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, your guide will pick you up for a visit to Salah El Din Citadel, a medieval Islamic fort. View the Mohamed Ali Mosque, the most visible mosque in Cairo. Continue to Old Cairo to visit Ben Ezra Synagogue, followed by The Hanging Church. Now proceed to the fabulous Egyptian Museum, which houses artifacts from the Pharaonic period, including the wonderful Tutankhamun collection. Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the colorful Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Later in the evening, transfer to Giza Railway Station for your sleeper train to Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 7 Sunday: Luxor Sightseeing Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon

After enjoying breakfast on board your sleeper train, your guide will meet you at Luxor Railway Station for a visit to the West Bank, home of the famous Valley of the Kings. Continue to the majestic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, also known as El Deir El Bahari, and then onto the Colossi of Memnon facing the Nile. Transfer to your hotel in Luxor.

Overnight in Hotel.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 8 Monday: Final Departure

After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, your representative will transfer you to Luxor Airport for your final departure.

Meals: Breakfast.

Pricing

Price Policy

Our prices are quoted in USD, but we also accept Euros and Sterling. The prices are per person and per trip, except during peak seasons such as Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. You can easily change the currency by clicking the icon at the bottom of the page.

Children Policy

• Ages 0 - 1.99: Free of charge
• Ages 2 - 11.99: Pay 50% of the tour price
• Ages 12 and above: Pay the full tour price as an adult

Note: For domestic flights included in your tour, children aged 0-2 incur a fee of $15. Children aged 2 and above are classified as adults.

Payment Policy

A deposit of 25% of the total tour price is required. During peak times (Christmas, New Year, and Easter), the deposit increases to 50%. Payment can be made via bank transfer (details will be provided), Western Union, or online.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation fees are as follows:

• More than 1 week in advance: No cancellation fee
• 3 to 6 days in advance: 50% cancellation fee
• Within 2 days of departure: 100% cancellation fee

Important: All flights require a 100% cancellation fee.

Tipping

If you are satisfied with the services provided, it is customary to give a gratuity, although you are not obligated to do so.