Cairo: 8-Day Nile Cruise to Aswan with Pyramids & Alexandria
Qasr El-Nil, Cairo
Enjoy and relax while sailing the Nile on an 8-day cruise from Cairo. Visit the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, explore the Egyptian Museum, and discover the ancient city of Alexandria.
Overview
This 8-day Nile River cruise and sightseeing tour covers Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Luxor, and Alexandria, ideal for travelers interested in Egypt’s ancient temples and cultural landmarks.
Highlights
- Cruise along the Nile in Luxor and Aswan with overnight accommodations on the boat
- Visit Alexandria, Giza, Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan
- Explore temples such as Philae Temple and the Temple of Hatshepsut
- See the Valley of the Kings, Pyramids of Giza, and Church of St. Mark
- Included entry tickets, accommodation, domestic flights, and roundtrip transportation
Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo
Arrival at Cairo Airport, meet your representative, and transfer to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2: Pyramids and Egyptian Museum Tour
After breakfast, visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities with its 5,000 years of art collection. Continue to the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, including the Sphinx and Valley Temples.
Day 3: Cairo to Aswan and Nile Cruise
Transfer to Cairo domestic airport for a flight to Aswan. Visit the High Dam and Philae Temple, then transfer to the cruise embarkation point. Lunch onboard and overnight on the cruise.
Day 4: Nile Cruise
Breakfast onboard, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, then sail to Edfu. Dinner and Galabya party onboard. Overnight on the cruise.
Day 5: Nile Cruise to Luxor
Breakfast onboard, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, then sail to Luxor.
Day 6: Luxor and Return to Cairo
Breakfast onboard, disembark and cross to Luxor’s West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut. See the Colossi of Memnon. Transfer to Luxor airport for flight back to Cairo. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 7: Day Trip to Alexandria
Tour the Library of Alexandria (closed Fridays and public holidays), the Lighthouse site with the Citadel of Qaitbey, Abbo Elabbas Mosque, Naval Unknown Soldier Memorial, statue of Alexander the Great, and the Church of St. Mark. Optional lunch, followed by a drive along the Corniche, viewing Alexandria’s harbor and Stanley Bridge. Return to Cairo for overnight stay.
Day 8: Cairo Departure
Breakfast at the hotel before transfer to Cairo Airport.
Includes
- 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- 3 nights cruise accommodation with breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- City tours in Cairo and Alexandria
- All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional tour guide
- Entry fees for listed sites
- Domestic flights between Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor
Excludes
- Tips
- Drinks during meals
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available for cancellations up to 24 hours in advance.
Booking Tips
Book in advance to secure availability. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a valid passport. The best time to visit is from October to April when temperatures are milder.
