Egypt: Private 5-Day Tour, Nile Cruise, Flights & Balloon
Qasr El-Nil, Cairo
Discover Egypt’s iconic must-see sites in 5 days. Visit the pyramids, sail the Nile on a 5-star cruise, fly in a hot air balloon, and explore Abu Simbel & Old Cairo and more with a private guide.
Highlights
- Visit Egypt’s Pyramids, Nile Cruise, Hot Air Balloon ride, and Abu Simbel in one comprehensive trip
- Experience a hot air balloon flight over Luxor’s ancient landscape
- Explore historical sites across Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel
- Discover royal tombs and treasures at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
- All flights, hotels, and Nile cruise accommodations are included for seamless travel
Description
Day 1:
Begin with a hotel pickup in Cairo or Giza. Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx at the Giza Plateau. Next, explore the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of ancient artifacts, including King Tutankhamun’s golden mask. After lunch at a local restaurant, take a domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Lunch
Day 2:
Start early with a hot air balloon ride over Luxor, viewing temples and Nile landscapes. After landing, tour the Valley of the Kings and visit three open royal tombs. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, carved into cliffs at Deir el-Bahari. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon statues, then cross to Karnak Temple Complex to explore its hypostyle hall and temples. End the day by boarding a 5-star Nile cruise, where you will enjoy lunch and dinner onboard as you sail south.
Meals Included: Breakfast box, Lunch & Dinner (Onboard)
Day 3:
After breakfast, take a horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu. Return to the cruise and sail toward Kom Ombo, visiting the twin temples dedicated to Sobek and Horus in the afternoon. Relax onboard as the cruise continues toward Aswan.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Onboard)
Day 4:
Early checkout with a breakfast box for a small-group tour to Abu Simbel. Visit the rock-cut temples built by Ramses II. After returning to Aswan, tour a Nubian village on the Nile and enjoy a traditional lunch. Then transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo, followed by a hotel transfer for the night.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 5:
After breakfast and checkout, explore Old Cairo with visits to Muhammad Ali Mosque and the Citadel of Salah El-Din. End the tour at Khan El-Khalili Bazaar. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will be dropped off at your final destination.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo
- Camel ride
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Expert English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- 1-night accommodation in Cairo
- 1-night accommodation in Luxor
- Flight tickets within Egypt
- 2-night accommodation on a 5-star standard Nile cruise (Deluxe and Luxury upgrades available)
- Hot air balloon ride over Luxor
Excludes
- Non-English speaking guides (Spanish, German, Italian, French guides available as add-ons)
- Entry fees to all sites
- Drinks, including bottled water
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Minimum age for the hot air balloon ride is 6 years old
- Vegan, vegetarian, and halal diets can be accommodated upon request
- For individual rooms in a group, separate bookings per person are required
- Pre-tour communication will be sent via WhatsApp and email one day before, including pickup details
- Ensure your contact information is accurate and up-to-date
- If you do not receive communication, contact us immediately for assistance
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection. Early morning balloon rides are subject to weather conditions.
