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10 Days Luxury Trip to Cairo, Alex and Cruise with Abu Simbel
The trip
Tour overview
Discover the magic of Egypt with a 10-day luxury tour that unveils the captivating cities of Cairo and Alexandria, followed by an enchanting Nile Cruise experience. In Cairo, a harmonious blend of history and modernity awaits, while Alexandria, a picturesque coastal jewel, emanates a charming aura steeped in its storied past. The culmination of this extraordinary journey awaits you on the tranquil waters of the Nile, the enduring lifeblood of Egypt for millennia. Indulge in delectable cuisine, bask in the warm hospitality, and delve deep into Egypt's rich heritage. This remarkable voyage is more than just a vacation; it's an immersive journey into the heart of Egypt's allure. Take the first step towards an unforgettable adventure and witness Egypt's rich tapestry unfold before your eyes.
Note: Prices are quoted per person in US$ and are valid until the 30th of April 2024, except during the Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays, when there will be an extra supplement of 25%.
- ✓Experience the captivating Cairo Alexandria and Nile Cruise journey, unveiling Egypt's mesmerizing blend of history, culture, and natural wonders.
- ✓Begin in bustling Cairo, marveling at the ancient Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, and legendary artifacts in the Egyptian Museum.
- ✓Venture to Alexandria, a picturesque city on the Mediterranean, to explore its eclectic mix of Greek, Roman, and Egyptian influences.
- ✓Cruise along the Nile River to Luxor and Aswan, passing by verdant banks and ancient temples like Karnak and Luxor Temple.
- ✓Discover the serene beauty of Aswan's Nubian villages and the majestic Abu Simbel Temples, marveling at their remarkable relocation.
- ✓Indulge in the flavors of Egyptian cuisine and immerse yourself in the warmth of Egyptian hospitality.
- ✓Sail through landscapes steeped in history, gaining insights into Egypt's rich heritage and culture, on a truly unparalleled adventure.
Day by day
Itinerary
Your route at a glance
Day 1
Arrival Cairo
Day 2
Cairo Day tour
Day 3
Fly to Luxor - Luxor East…
Day 4
Luxor West Bank tour
Day 5
Edfu and Kom Ombo Tour
Day 6
Abu Simbel Temples Tour
Day 7
Aswan City Tour & Back to…
Day 8
Alexandria Day tour From C…
Day 9
Free Day in Cairo
Day 10
Final Departure
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Welcome to Egypt!
As soon as you arrive at Cairo Airport, you will find our representative waiting for you with a big smile and saying, “Welcome to Egypt.” He will make all formalities very smooth and will take you straight to your chosen hotel.
Check into your hotel first and get to your room to relax and unwind after a long flight. Relax, discover your hotel today, and know all details about the itinerary of your program with our tour manager.
Have a good night’s sleep, and prepare for tomorrow’s first round in Cairo.
Meals: Welcome Drink Night Stay In Cairo -
After a delicious breakfast at your accommodation, you will start your wonderful day tour by meeting your private tour guide specializing in Egyptology in a private A/C vehicle to start visiting the following:
5 stops today
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Giza Pyramids
The Great Pyramids of Giza are one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the most famous. The three main pyramids in Giza are the Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. There are also some other pyramids in the area for the wives of kings.
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The Great Sphinx of Giza
The Great Sphinx of Giza is the most giant Egyptian sculpture ever. Carved in the limestone of the Giza Plateau, it depicts a lion with a human head wearing a headdress. Over the centuries, the Sphinx has lost its chin and original reddish color.
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Valley Temple of Khafra
The valley temple was where the king's mummy was prepared for burial and the mummification process was performed.
Lunch
Before continuing, we will take a break to eat and recharge. Lunch will be in a restaurant, and Egyptian food options are generally offered, including meat dishes, rice, and salads (drinks are not included).
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The Egyptian Museum of Antiquities
The Egyptian Museum, one of the most famous museums in the world, includes priceless artifacts from the ancient Egyptian civilization and other civilizations that extend back to five thousand years, as it contains more than 25,000 artifacts on display.
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Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Khan El Khalili Bazaar is the oldest market in Egypt and one of the most beautiful and picturesque tourist destinations in Cairo, and it is famous for its ancient history and the various products that you can buy from there.
After these fruitful visits, we will return you to your accommodation to relax and spend a peaceful night.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Night Stay In Cairo -
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After a delicious breakfast at your accommodation, our tour manager will accompany you to Cairo Airport for a short flight to Luxor City. As soon as you arrive at Luxor Airport, you will find our representative waiting for you with a big smile. He will facilitate all the formalities and take you directly to the Nile cruise of your choice.
After Check in, our Egyptology tour guide will take you to start a unique experience by visiting:
2 stops today
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Karnak Temple
Karnak, the world's largest open-air museum, containing artifacts dating from the 21st century BC to the late 7th century AD, is just one temple with the remains of more than three thousand years of culture.
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Luxor Temple
This is the only temple that contains Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic and Islamic monuments combined together. It was originally built by Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramesses II. It is one of the most beautiful temples in Egypt.
After these fruitful visits, you will return to your cruise to have lunch and dinner on board and rest.
Get a good night's sleep, and get ready for tomorrow's trip.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Night Stay on Cruise -
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After your delicious breakfast on the trip, our Egyptology tour guide will accompany you to start a unique experience by visiting:
3 stops today
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Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings, where the greatest tombs of the Pharaohs throughout history were discovered. These tombs were carved into the mountain in Luxor, and it is considered one of the largest sites in Egypt.
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Hatshepsut Temple
The Temple of Hatshepsut, located in Deir el-Bahari, is a stunning limestone structure on a mountain in the area on a series of terraces and blends into the surrounding limestone cliffs in honor of Egypt's sole queen.
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Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are two huge stone statues of the ancient Egyptian king Amenhotep III from the Eighteenth Dynasty. They show the king sitting on a throne with pictures of his mother, wife, the god Hapi, and other symbols written on it. Quartz stones are used to make it.
After the tour ends, you will return to the boat to enjoy a swim and sunny weather on board, lunch, free time, dinner and overnight on board. Get a good night's sleep and get ready for tomorrow's trip.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Night Stay on Cruise -
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After your delicious breakfast on the trip, our Egyptology tour guide will accompany you to start a unique experience by visiting:
2 stops today
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Temple of Kom Ombo
The Kom Ombo temple is located on a rocky outcrop at a bend in the Nile where, in ancient times, sacred crocodiles used to bathe on the river bank. It is one of the most beautiful temples in the Nile Valley and all of Egypt. It was created for two gods: the local god Sobek, who was a crocodile, and Haroeris, whose name means "Great Horus".
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Temple of Edfu
The Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt. It is 137 meters long, 79 meters wide and 36 meters high. It is an example of the typical construction of temples with the edifice.
After the tour ends, you will return to the boat to enjoy a swim and sunny weather on board, lunch, free time, dinner and overnight on board. Get a good night's sleep and get ready for tomorrow's trip.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Night Stay on Cruise -
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After a delicious breakfast on the cruise, our Egyptologist tour guide will pick you up by a modern private vehicle to Abu Simbel temples, some 3 hours far to the south.
Abu Simbel Temples
The Abu Simbel temples, with their distinctive architecture, are considered one of the wonders of ancient Egypt. It represents the splendor of the New Kingdom. The temple of Ramesses II honored the four gods of the world, gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and Ramesses II himself. The sun temple of Ramesses II is Abu Simbel. The two temples symbolize Ramesses II, Nefertari, Hathor, and the sun god.
After your visits, you will return to your cruise for lunch, dinner, and rest. Get a good night's sleep and prepare for tomorrow's trip.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner Night Stay on Cruise -
After a delicious breakfast on board, you will check out and keep your luggage in the car. our Egyptology tour guide will accompany you to start a unique experience by visiting:
3 stops today
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The Aswan High Dam
The Aswan Dam was completed in 1970 and was constructed to protect Egypt from the periodic floods of the Nile River. It is a huge building from the twentieth century and one of the greatest modern Egyptian constructions.
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The Unfinished Obelisk
The unfinished obelisk is located in a red granite quarry and dates back to the reign of Queen Hatshepsut. This obelisk is 42 meters high and has a mass of 1,200 tons. It was intended to be the tallest and heaviest obelisk ever erected in ancient Egypt.
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Philae Temple
The amazing Temple of Philae can be seen on the island of Philae, which lies between the Old and New Aswan Dams. It is one of the most beautiful temples in Aswan and Egypt in general. The temple was moved to its current location after the construction of the High Dam which threatened to submerge it permanently.
After these fruitful visits, our tour manager will accompany you to Aswan Airport to fly back to Cairo City. Once you arrive at Cairo Airport, our tour manager will wait to transfer you in a private A/C vehicle to your accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Night Stay In Cairo -
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After a delicious breakfast at your accommodation, you will start your wonderful day tour to Alexandria by meeting your private tour guide specializing in Egyptology in a private A/C vehicle to start visiting the following:
2 stops today
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Catacombs at Kom el Shoqafa
The Romans built the catacombs in Kom el Shoqafa in the shape of a triangle, and their decorations reflect a mixture of elements from the Egyptian and Roman pantheons.
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Alexandria Library
The Library of Alexandria is one of the most important offices in the world, and even the most important of them in the ancient era. The god Amun-Ra and the Lighthouse of Alexandria were referred to in the architecture of the new Library of Alexandria, and there are a number of museums, a printing factory, a laboratory, and a planetarium in addition to libraries.
Lunch
Before continuing, we will take a break to eat and recharge. Lunch will be in a restaurant, and Egyptian food options are generally offered, including meat dishes, rice, and salads (drinks are not included).
Citadel of Qaitbay
Sultan Qaitbay built this picturesque castle during the 14th century to defend Alexandria from the encroaching Ottoman Empire. Which is now one of the most important monuments in Alexandria due to its excellent location and the beauty of its design.Pompey's Pillar
The magnificent Pompey's Pillar that adorns one of the sites in Alexandria refers to a place that was once a huge and magnificent temple, built of marble and decorated with precious metals inside. Some of the tunnels around the complex are still open for tourists to explore.
After these fruitful visits, we will return you to your accommodation in Cairo to relax and spend a peaceful night.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch Night Stay In Cairo -
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Breakfast at your accommodation.
Leisure day to relax and enjoy free time in Cairo.
Optional Tour to Book: Tour to Islamic and Coptic Cairo
After a delicious breakfast at your accommodation, you will start your wonderful day tour by meeting your private tour guide specializing in Egyptology in a private A/C vehicle to start visiting the following:
2 stops today
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Old Cairo
Old Cairo includes the largest complex of religions, including the Fortress of Babylon, the Church of St. Barbara, the Hanging Church, the Coptic Museum, the Abu Serga Church, and the Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque.
Lunch
Before continuing, we will take a break to eat and recharge. Lunch will be in a restaurant, and Egyptian food options are generally offered, including meat dishes, rice, and salads (drinks are not included).
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Islamic Cairo
Cairo was called the country of a thousand minarets due to the large number of mosques and Islamic monuments, where there are mosques such as Sultan Hassan and Al-Rifai. Then you can ride the traditional felucca in Cairo on the Nile.
After these fruitful visits, we will return you to your accommodation to relax and spend a peaceful night.
Meals: Breakfast Night Stay In Cairo -
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Make sure to have the best breakfast before packing your bags when checking out from your hotel in Cairo.
Now you will head to Cairo International Airport to catch your departing flight back home after spending lots of happy moments and new friends in Egypt.
Meals: Breakfast
The price
What's included — and what isn't
✓ Included in the price
Accommodations
- ✓5 Nights Accommodation in Cairo with breakfast
- ✓4 Nights Accommodation on 5* Nile Cruise
Meals
- ✓Breakfast everyday
- ✓7 Lunches
- ✓4 Dinner
Other Inclusions
- ✓Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports
- ✓Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary
- ✓Bottled water during the trip
- ✓English-speaking Guide
- ✓All service charges and taxes
- ✓Domestic Flight ticket
✕ Not included
- ✕International Airfare
- ✕Entry visa to Egypt
- ✕Any optional tours
- ✕Personal Spending
- ✕Beverage
- ✕Tipping (It's recommended)
Rates
Choose your standard
★★★★
4 Star Accommodation
$810
Per person in DBL or TRPL Room
- Solo Traveler$1255
- Christmas & Easter - DBL or TRPL Room$910
- Christmas & Easter - Solo Traveler$1350
Where you sleep
- Cairo 5 nights Pyramids by Jaz - Swiss In Golf - Helnan Dream
- Nile cruise 4 nights Property confirmed with your quote
★★★★★
5 Star Accommodation
$880
Per person in DBL or TRPL Room
- Solo Traveler$1325
- Christmas & Easter - DBL or TRPL Room$975
- Christmas & Easter - Solo Traveler$1425
Where you sleep
- Cairo 5 nights Steigenberger - Ramses Hilton - Hilton Gulf
- Nile cruise 4 nights Property confirmed with your quote
Travelling with children
What each age pays of the adult rate
| Up to 2 years | Free |
| Age from 2 and below 6 years | 25% of adult |
| Age from 6 up to 11 years | 50% of adult |
| Ages 12 and Up | Adult rate |
This is the tour’s published child policy, applied to the per-person rate you book. It assumes the child shares a room with parents.
Rates are per person in US dollars and depend on travel dates and group size. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact price — there is no charge for a quote.
Booking
How booking this works
Private, not a group
Your own Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
25% to hold your dates
The balance is due up to two days before arrival, or in cash to your tour manager.
Cancel 30+ days out for 10%
Charges rise closer to departure — the full policy is under Good to know.
A voucher within 24 hours
Confirmation with every booking detail lands by email once an advisor confirms.
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Good to know
Additional information
- Your daily tours usually start at 8 am, but you can change the time in coordination with your private guide.
- You can make any changes to the itinerary if you have any special requests.
- For reservations, contact us, and your reservation will be confirmed with one of our travel advisors.
- After booking the trip, we will send you a voucher with all the booking details.
- Prices are in US dollars per person per trip and you can pay in any other currency.
- Rates are subject to change in case of any changes in airport taxes, hotel rates, transport rates, or government taxes.
- Rates are not valid during Christmas or New Year.
- Travel insurance and entry visa charges are not included in the package.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. Although it is not mandatory, it is of great importance to the people who take care of you while traveling.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
- For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
- Additional transport that you require.
- Tipping for the guide and driver after the trip.
- In case of unforeseen events like bad weather conditions and eventual flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.
All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies' room in Museum, or entering the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
- We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on tour, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, making you're booking a risk-free investment.
- Cancellation after confirmation with payment before 30 days of the commencement of the tour: 10% of the value of the tour package.
- Canceling the tour 30 to 20 days before commencement of the tour: 25% of the value of the package
- Canceling 19-15 days before commencing the tour: 50% of the tour cost
- Canceling 14-11 days before commencement of the tour: 75% of the tour cost
- Canceling before 10 days or less before the tour date: No refund for the tour
- Up to 2 years: FREE
- Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
- Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
- Ages 12 and Up: adult price.
Notes:
- Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents ( Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room )
- If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
- A valid Passport for 6 months
- Sunblock
- Sunglasses
- Sanitizer gel
- Water holder
- Bug spray
- Warm clothes in winter
- Cotton clothes in summer
- A hat
- Travel adaptor
- Camera
- Umbrella
- Comfortable shoes
- Medication
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Travellers
What guests said about this trip
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Elena
Solo traveller
I can't express how incredible my 10-day luxury trip to Egypt was! From the moment I landed in Cairo to the awe-inspiring temples at Abu Simbel, every moment was pure magic. The cruise along the Nile was like a dream, with luxurious accommodations and impeccable service. The guides were so knowledgeable, and the visits to the pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum were unforgettable. This was a trip of a lifetime, and I can't recommend it enough!
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Diego
Family traveller
The 10-day luxury trip through Cairo, Alexandria, and the Nile Cruise to Abu Simbel was an absolute delight. The attention to detail by the tour company was impeccable. The accommodations were luxurious, the food was delicious, and the experiences were enriching. The awe-inspiring Pyramids, the serene Nile, and the magnificent Abu Simbel temple – these are memories I will cherish forever. I cannot recommend this trip enough. It was worth every penny.
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Yolanda
Solo traveller
What an outstanding adventure I had on this 10-day journey through Egypt! The blend of historical wonders in Cairo and Alexandria, combined with the serene cruise down the Nile, made this trip truly unforgettable. The visit to Abu Simbel was the highlight for me – those colossal statues are beyond words. The luxury accommodations and top-notch service throughout the trip exceeded my expectations. I'll cherish the memories from this trip forever.
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Manuel
Family traveller
What an unforgettable journey! Our family of four embarked on the 10-day luxury tour, and it exceeded our expectations in every way. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate about their history and culture. Cairo and Alexandria were filled with treasures, and the Nile Cruise was a serene and breathtaking experience. Abu Simbel left us in complete wonder. This trip allowed us to make lasting memories as a family. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a perfect blend of history, luxury, and adventure.
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Sarah
Family traveller
Our 10-day luxury trip to Cairo, Alexandria, and the Nile Cruise with a visit to Abu Simbel was an absolute dream come true. From the moment we landed in Cairo, the tour company took care of every detail. The accommodations were top-notch, and the experiences were nothing short of incredible. The Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum – everything was so fascinating. The cruise on the Nile was the highlight of the trip, and witnessing the grandeur of Abu Simbel was awe-inspiring. Our family couldn't have asked for a better adventure.