8 Day Cairo & Nile Cruise Experience

After a delicious breakfast, your Deluxe Tours Egypt guide will escort you on a lifetime adventure to the Giza Pyramids Complex, a site that has commanded the world’s awe for over 4,000 years. You will stand before the Great Pyramid of King Khufu, the largest and most impressive of the pyramids and the last remaining wonder of the ancient world. Next, encounter the Great Sphinx of Chephren, a monumental limestone statue with the features of King Khafre and the body of a lion, serving as the eternal guardian of the plateau. Your exploration continues at the Valley Temple, the sacred site where the ancient Egyptians performed the mummification and purification rituals, achieving their quest for immortality.

The journey evolves as you visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a 490,000-square-meter "golden portal" that bridges ancient history with modern innovation. Marvel at the Hanging Obelisk, the towering colossus of Ramses II, and the complete, legendary collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures.

Then, we will transfer you to have your tasty lunch in a terrific Pyramid / Nile view restaurant and then you will join your private Egyptologist guide on a tour to discover the secrets & mysteries inside the impressive:

To round off your day, you will visit the classic Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to an unparalleled collection of rare artifacts and funerary treasures that once lay buried with the kings. After this deep dive into the Old and New Kingdoms, you will return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Overnight: Cairo Hotel

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, your Deluxe Tours Egypt guide will be waiting to take you on a breathtaking journey through the East Bank, starting with the Karnak Temple Complex. As the largest religious man-made construction in history, Karnak spans over 200 acres and was the spiritual heart of the New Kingdom, dedicated to the Theban Triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Walk through the forest of giant columns in the Hypostyle Hall and marvel at the towering obelisks that have stood for millennia.

Following your morning exploration, you will check in to your 5 Deluxe Nile Cruise* to enjoy a gourmet lunch and some time to relax on deck. As the sun sets, prepare for an enchanting visit to Luxor Temple. Illuminated against the dark sky, the temple takes on a cinematic and mystical atmosphere. You will walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, feeling the echoes of ancient festivals in a setting that looks like a scene from an epic movie. After this magical nocturnal tour, you will return to the cruise for dinner and an overnight stay on the Nile.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 

Flight: From Cairo to Luxor 

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

Start your morning with a scenic breakfast on board your Nile Cruise before heading to the West Bank, the sacred "City of the Dead." Your first stop is the Fascinating Valley of the Kings, a hypnotic royal necropolis hidden deep within the limestone hills. Here, you will explore the majestic tombs of the New Kingdom’s greatest Pharaohs.Your expert guide will reveal the secrets of these underground palaces, adorned with vivid hieroglyphics that describe the journey to the afterlife.

Next, you will visit the Hatshepsut Temple, a stunning mortuary sanctuary that stands as a testament to the power of Egypt’s most successful female ruler. Carved directly into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, this three-tiered masterpiece is a true architectural marvel. Before returning to the river, you will stand before the Colossi of Memnon. These two towering 18-meter statues once guarded the massive mortuary temple of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Though the temple itself was lost to natural disasters, these legendary giants remain as silent sentinels of a bygone era. You will then return to the cruise to enjoy your lunch while sailing towards Edfu, spending a relaxing afternoon and overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

Your morning begins with a nostalgic touch as you take a traditional horse carriage to visit the Temple of Edfu. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, this is the most remarkably preserved temple in all of Egypt. Built during the Ptolemaic Kingdom, its towering walls are a living library, covered in inscriptions that provide priceless insights into the language, myths, and religious rituals of the Hellenistic era.

After exploring Edfu, you will return to the cruise to continue sailing toward the "Hill of Gold." Upon arrival, you will visit the Kom Ombo Temple, a rare and unique double temple. Perfectly symmetrical, it is divided between two deities: Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder. This architectural marvel, featuring additions from the Roman period, reflects a perfect balance of ancient spiritual beliefs. After this unforgettable tour, you will return to your 5 Deluxe Nile Cruise* as it glides toward Aswan, where you will enjoy dinner and spend the night on board under the stars of Upper Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

After a delightful breakfast on board, you will explore the serene and "adorable" Nubian city of Aswan. Your first stop is the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering triumph built to protect Egypt from the Nile’s annual floods and generate the nation’s hydroelectric power. Beyond its functional role, it remains a symbol of Egypt’s industrial evolution and was the catalyst for the historic UNESCO rescue missions of ancient temples.

Next, you will visit the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest monument of its kind ever attempted by human hands. Ordered by Queen Hatshepsut to stand at the entrance of Karnak Temple, thi s granite giant cracked during its carving, leaving us a perfect "time capsule" that demonstrates the incredible masonry skills of the ancients. The tour continues with a scenic boat trip to the Philae Temple, a picturesque sanctuary floating on Agilkia Island. Dedicated to the Goddess Isis, the goddess of motherhood and magic, this temple is a jewel of the Ptolemaic era and one of the most romantic archaeological sites in the world. After soaking in the tranquil beauty of the Nile, you will return to your 5 Deluxe Nile Cruise* for a gourmet lunch and a final overnight stay on the board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 

Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

After checking out from the cruise, meet your guide to join your tour to the legendary Abu Simbel Temples. Marvel at the Great Temple of Ramses II, famous for the Solar Alignment phenomenon, and the Temple of Queen Nefertari, a magnificent tribute to the King's beloved wife. These temples are considered the grandest architectural masterpieces of Ancient Egypt.

When visiting Abu Simbel temple, you will have a delicious lunch at a restaurant in Aswan.

Finally, transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo and overnight at your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Flight: From Aswan to Cairo 

Overnight: Cairo Hotel

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out. Our representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport in a private air-conditioned vehicle for your flight home, concluding your unforgettable 8-day Cairo and Nile Cruise journey.

Meals: Breakfast