8 Days Egypt Affordable package with Nile Cruise

Your trip at a glance

Duration

8 days

Route

Cairo → Giza → Aswan → Luxor

Accommodation

3★ Hotel · 4★ Hotel · 5★ Hotel · Luxury Hotel · Standard cruise · Deluxe cruise · Luxury cruise · Dahabiya cruise

Price

From $900 per person

Travel style

Private: just your group, guide and driver

A private 8-day trip through Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan and Abu Simbel with your own Egyptologist guide, a Nile cruise and every transfer arranged.

• the Giza Pyramids Complex (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure), the Great Sphinx, and the Valley Temple
• Grand Egyptian Museum
• Philae Temple & the Unfinished Obelisk
• Kom Ombo Temple
• Edfu Temple
• Luxor's East Bank (Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple)
• West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon)
• optional excursions (such as Saqqara and Memphis)

Day-by-day programme

1. Day 1Arrival in Cairo

   Location:

   Cairo

   Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will greet you and assist you with arrival formalities and luggage. You'll then travel comfortably to your hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. After checking in, enjoy a welcome drink and a brief introduction to your upcoming itinerary. The rest of the day is free for you to relax after your flight and prepare for the exciting days ahead.

   Included today: Overnight in Cairo.

2. Day 2Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum

   Location:

   Cairo

   Begin your Egyptian adventure with a visit to the legendary Giza Plateau, home to the magnificent Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Great Sphinx. Explore the Valley Temple and discover the remarkable engineering, beliefs, and royal traditions behind these ancient monuments with your Egyptologist guide. Enjoy lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant before continuing to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Admire its impressive collection of ancient artifacts and monumental statues, including the extraordinary treasures of King Tutankhamun. In the evening, transfer to Giza Railway Station and board your overnight sleeper train to Aswan. Enjoy dinner on board as you travel south through Egypt, heading toward the historic lands of Upper Egypt.

   Included today: Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Overnight: Sleeper train to Aswan

3. Day 3 Aswan Highlights – Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk

   Location:

   Aswan

   Arrive in Aswan after breakfast on the train, where your representative will welcome you and accompany you to your Nile cruise ship. After boarding and enjoying lunch, begin your exploration of Aswan's remarkable heritage. Take a motorboat across the Nile to the beautiful Philae Temple, an island sanctuary dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Discover its fascinating history and admire the elegant architecture of this extraordinary ancient site. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, located in an ancient granite quarry. Here, you'll gain insight into the impressive stone-cutting methods used by Egyptian craftsmen to create some of the largest monuments of the ancient world. Return to your cruise ship for dinner and a relaxing evening surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the Nile.

   Included today: Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Overnight: 5-Star Nile Cruise in Aswan

4. Day 4Kom Ombo – A Unique Temple Along the Nile

   Location:

   Kom Ombo

   Enjoy breakfast aboard your cruise ship as you sail through the scenic landscapes of Upper Egypt. Your next stop is the fascinating Temple of Kom Ombo, an extraordinary monument distinguished by its double design and dedication to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Explore its ancient carvings and learn about the religious beliefs and rituals associated with this unusual sanctuary. You may also discover the nearby collection of mummified crocodiles, offering a glimpse into the sacred role these animals played in ancient Egyptian traditions. Return to your cruise ship for lunch and enjoy the journey toward Edfu, passing lush farmland, palm trees, and traditional riverside villages.

   Included today: Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Overnight: Nile Cruise in Edfu

5. Day 5Edfu Temple – Sailing Through Ancient Egypt

   Location:

   Edfu

   After breakfast, visit the magnificent Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Walk through its impressive entrance and explore its grand halls, detailed wall reliefs, and sacred spaces while learning about the mythology of Horus and the temple's religious significance. Return to your cruise ship and continue sailing toward Luxor. Enjoy lunch on board, relax on the sun deck, and take in the beautiful scenery along the Nile. In the evening, experience traditional Egyptian music and dance on board before enjoying dinner and a peaceful night on the river.

   Included today: Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Overnight: Nile Cruise in Luxor

6. Day 6 Luxor – Explore the East and West Banks

   Location:

   Luxor

   Discover Luxor, a city renowned for its extraordinary concentration of ancient Egyptian monuments and its importance as the historic capital of Thebes. Begin on the East Bank with a visit to the vast Karnak Temple Complex. Marvel at its monumental columns, towering gateways, and sacred avenues, which reflect the achievements of generations of pharaohs. Continue to Luxor Temple, an impressive ancient sanctuary associated with royal ceremonies and the celebrated Opet Festival. Cross the Nile to the West Bank and explore the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of numerous New Kingdom pharaohs. Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, whose elegant terraces rise dramatically against the surrounding cliffs. Complete your sightseeing with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues that have stood watch over the Theban necropolis for thousands of years. In the evening, transfer to Luxor Railway Station and board your overnight sleeper train to Cairo. Dinner will be served on board as you travel north.

   Included today: Meals: Breakfast and dinner, Overnight: Sleeper train to Cairo

7. Day 7 Back to Cairo – A Day at Your Own Pace

   Location:

   Cairo

   Enjoy breakfast aboard the train before arriving at Giza Railway Station. Upon arrival, meet your representative and transfer to your Cairo hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure or explore more of Egypt through an optional excursion. For travelers interested in going deeper into ancient Egyptian history, an optional visit to Saqqara offers the chance to discover the famous Step Pyramid of King Djoser. You can also explore Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, and learn more about the country's earliest dynasties. Alternatively, relax at your hotel or spend the day discovering Cairo independently.

   Included today: Meals: Breakfast, Overnight: Cairo

8. Day 8 Departure from Cairo – Farewell to Egypt

   Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel before checking out. At the scheduled time, your representative will meet you and arrange your transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight. As your Egyptian adventure comes to an end, take with you unforgettable memories of the Pyramids of Giza, the magnificent temples of Upper Egypt, and the peaceful beauty of sailing along the timeless Nile.

   Included today: Meals: Breakfast