Round Trip Nile Cruise and Giza Pyramids

Enjoy a round trip by taking a fantastic Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan for 6 nights, including a visit to the fabulous Karnak Temples, Philae Temple, and much more. Also experience the amazing Giza Pyramids in Cairo in this brilliant 10-day package.

Important Info

Tour duration: 10 Days

Location: Cairo, Egypt

Time Log: Depending upon your flight arrival time

Scheduling: Sun, Mon

Accommodation: Mena House Hotel Cairo, Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise

Highlights

• Wander through the streets of Old Cairo
• Visit the Giza Pyramids, one of the 7 wonders of the world
• Explore the magnificent Luxor and Karnak Temples
• View the majestic Queen Hatshepsut Temple
• Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
• Visit Kom Ombo Temple, shared by two gods, Sobek and Horus

Tour Description

Every Sunday

Day 1 Sunday: Arrival Cairo

When you arrive at Cairo International Airport, our Valley the Kings representative will be waiting to meet and assist you and accompany you to your hotel by A/C vehicle. After checking in, your representative will discuss the agenda for your tours before leaving you to relax and settle in.

Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2 Monday: Pyramids / Egyptian Museum / Old Cairo

After enjoying your breakfast, your private guide will pick you up from your hotel to accompany you for a visit to the world-famous Giza Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Continue to view the silent majesty of the Sphinx and the Valley Temple. We will then proceed to the legendary Egyptian Museum, where you can view many artifacts from the Pharaonic period, including the stunning Tutankhamun collection. Next, we’ll visit Coptic Cairo to see the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. After this, enjoy a walk through the Khan-El-Khalili Bazaar for some shopping. After these fantastic tours, sit back and relax while being driven back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 3 Tuesday: Karnak / Luxor Temples - Nile Cruise

Today, we have an early morning check-out from your hotel, so our representative can transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted by your guide for a tour in an A/C vehicle to visit the glorious Karnak Temples. We will then continue on to enjoy the beautiful Luxor Temple. After your tours, you will be transferred to your Nile Cruise for check-in and a relaxing lunch. You will have some free time to relax on board or explore the city.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

Day 4 Wednesday: Edfu Temple 

After breakfast, your guide will accompany you to visit Edfu Temple by horse and carriage. This Ptolemaic Temple is dedicated to the God Horus. After your visit, return to your cruise for lunch and some relaxation on the lovely sun deck. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5 Thursday: Sailing to Kom Ombo 

Breakfast on board. Your guide will escort you to visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, which overlooks the Nile. This temple has a double entrance and is shared by two gods, Sobek and Horus. We will then continue sailing to Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 6 Friday: Aswan Sightseeing 

Enjoy a fabulous day of sightseeing in Aswan, starting with a visit to the engineering miracle, the High Dam, which controls all of Egypt's water. Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, which weighs 1,168 tons. Finally, take a motorboat to visit the majestic Philae Temple, built for the Goddess Isis, who represents Wisdom, Marriage, and Health. Return to your cruise for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 7 Saturday: Abu Simbel Optional 

Today, you have the fantastic opportunity to visit Abu Simbel. Your guide will escort you by private A/C vehicle to enjoy a trip to the two Temples of Abu Simbel, which reflect the glory and grandeur of the New Kingdom. The Temple of Ramses II is dedicated to the four universal gods and Ramses II himself.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 8 Sunday: Sailing to Kom Ombo / Edfu 

Today, enjoy relaxation time and sunbathing on the fabulous sun deck, and take a nice dip in the pool as we sail to Esna Lock, continuing to Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 9 Monday: Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon 

After breakfast on board, disembark your Nile Cruise, where your guide will escort you for a visit to the legendary Valley of the Kings, which contains 63 tombs. Next, visit the majestic Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built into the surrounding mountains, and then travel to the Colossi of Memnon for fabulous photographs. After your tours, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Our representative will be waiting to escort you to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast.

Day 10 Tuesday: Final Departure

After breakfast and checking out of your hotel, you will be transferred to Cairo International 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.