8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise Tour

8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise Tour | Egypt Tour Packages

Hagar Asal

Department of Civilization and History

  • 07 Jul, 2024

8 Days with our Cairo and Nile cruise itinerary

Explore Egypt in 8 days with our Cairo and Nile cruise itinerary! Spend 3 nights in Cairo visiting the Pyramids of Giza and The Egyptian Museum, is situated in Cairo, Egypt. It holds the world's biggest assortment of Egyptian antiquities, It houses over 120,000 items. The Egyptian Museum . Then, embark on a 4-night Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, where you'll visit the Valley of Kings and more.
Day 1: Arrival day in Cairo & Overnight in the Hotel
Day2: Visit The Pyramids of Giza and Cairo Museum &Overnight in the Hotel Cairo 
Day3: Visits to the Eastbank of the Nile Including The Karnak Temple was built between 2055 BC and around 100 AD. It was built as a cult temple and was dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and khonsu. Karnak temple & Luxor Temple located on the east bank of Nile River in the city called luxor , it was known in the egyption language as Luxor Temple &Overnight on board the Cruise in Luxor.
Day4: Visit Visit the west bank of the Nile Including the valley of the Kings , Colossi of Memnon are two massive monumental stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386-1353 BCE) from the 18th Dynasty of ancient Egypt. Colossi of Memnon , Hatshepsut Temple & Overnight o board the Cruise in Edfu.
Day5: Visit Edfu and kom ombo temples, overnight on board the Cruise in Aswan.
Day 6: Optional trip to The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, in Nubia near Egypt’s southern border,is among the most amazing monuments of Egypt. Abu Simbel temple &overnight on hotel in Cairo
Day7: Visit the old Cairo and Islamic Cairo & Overnight in Cairo
Day 8:  The Departure day .


Arrival day in Cairo

Day 1
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, a representative from our Egypt tour packages will greet and help you, then you'll be transferred to the hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Feel free to explore Cairo at night. Enjoy your stay at the hotel.




The Pyramids of Giza and Cairo Museum

Day 2
You'll be picked up from your hotel in Cairo by our tour guide for an amazing excursion to The Pyramids of Giza. Then, we'll head to visit the Great the Great Sphinx is one of the world's largest monuments. It is also one of the most recognizable relics of the ancient Egyptians. Sphinx and the Valley Temple. After that, we'll have lunch at a local restaurant in Giza. Next, we'll visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahir, which showcases a rare collection of over 250,000 genuine artifacts dating back as far as 5000 years. If you're interested in visiting the mummies royal hall, just let your tour guide know and we can also visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization at the end of the day. As an optional trip, we can also go to the sound and light show at Giza Pyramids.


Best tour from Cairo to Luxor

Day3
Your pick-up time from the hotel in Cairo to Cairo airport is scheduled. Once you arrive in Luxor, our agent will be there to pick you up and take you to the Nile Cruise for embarkation and lunch. Then, you'll visit the Eastbank of the Nile, including The Karnak Temple was built between 2055 BC and around 100 AD. It was built as a cult temple and was dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and khonsu. Karnak temple and Luxor Temple located on the east bank of Nile River in the city called luxor , it was known in the egyption language as Luxor Temple , before spending the night on board the Cruise in Luxor.


Tour to the west bank of the Nile in Luxor

Day 4
Experience an unforgettable adventure with a hot air balloon ride over Luxor. Capture the breathtaking views of the city and its majestic mountains as the sun rises. Enjoy breakfast on a Nile cruise, explore the west bank of the Nile visiting the Used as a burial chamber for nearly 500 years, the Valley of the Kings was used for royal burials for the Kings,their families, and their possessions. Valley of the Kings , the Colossi of Memnon are two massive monumental stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386-1353 BCE) from the 18th Dynasty of ancient Egypt. Colossi of Memnon , and the Queen Hatshepsut temple is an ancient example of pure visual architecture and there is simply nothing that can match the beauty and elegance. Hatshepsut temple . End the day by sailing to Edfu for dinner and an overnight stay on board the cruise.




Best tour to Edfu and kom ombo temples

Day5
You will enjoy breakfast on board the Cruise, 07:00 Head to the temple of Edfu, an Upper Egyptian site with a well-preserved temple dedicated to the hawk-God Horus. After that, sail to Komombo, a location 40 km north of Aswan, where you will find a temple dedicated to the deities Sobek and Horus, dating mainly to the Ptolemaic and Roman periods.


Trip to Abu Simbel temple

Day6
Explore the incredible The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, in Nubia near Egypt’s southern border,is among the most amazing monuments of Egypt. Abu Simbel temple s, carved out of the Mountain on the west bank of the Nile between 1274 and 1244 B.C. The Great Temple honors Ramses the second, Ra-Harakhty, Amun Ra, and Ptah with 4 Colossal statues, while the second temple is dedicated to Queen Nefertari and Goddess Hathor. These temples were carefully dismantled and rebuilt on higher ground, a remarkable feat recognized by UNESCO. Afterward, fly to Cairo from Aswan and transfer to your hotel.


The old Cairo and Islamic Cairo

Day7
Your Egyptologist tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo at 08:00 am. Get ready for an amazing 8-hour excursion around Cairo, exploring the major monuments of Old Cairo and wandering through the historic Khan el-Khalili, located in Cairo, Egypt, is a well-known bazaar . It was originally established during the Mamluk era as a trading hub. Khan El Khalili Bazaar. You'll also visit the Salah El-Din Citadel is one of the most important landmarks of Islamic Cairo, and one of the most luxurious military fortresses built in the middle ages. Saladin Citadel , a historic site with stunning views of Cairo. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Old Cairo. Afterward, you'll explore attractions like the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Church of St. Barbara, and Church of Abu Serga in Old Cairo. Don't miss the chance to visit the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest in the Middle East. Finally, a representative will transfer you to the airport for your departure. Enjoy your trip!




International departure day

Day 8
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before a staff member escorts you to the airport and helps you with all your departure procedures.



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