5 Day Luxury Egypt Tour: Pyramids, Nile Cruise, Aswan & Luxor
Duration
5 days
Max Group Size
20
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
relax
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
2 - 90 Ages
About this tour
Discover Egypt’s most iconic highlights on a 5 day luxury tour combining Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, and a 5-star Nile cruise.
Begin in Cairo with visits to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum before flying to Aswan to board your Nile cruise. Sail toward Luxor while exploring major historical sites including Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings with an expert Egyptologist guide.
The tour includes 5-star hotel accommodation, a Nile cruise cabin, meals, the Cairo–Aswan domestic flight, monument entrance fees, and private transfers.
Designed for travelers with limited time, this 5 day Egypt tour offers a comfortable and well-organized way to experience Cairo, the Nile, and the highlights of Upper Egypt in one journey.
Route
- 1CairoAfricaEgyptStart
- 2AswanAfricaEgypt
- 3Kom OmboAfricaEgypt
- 4EdfuAfricaEgypt
- 5LuxorAfricaEgypt
- 6CairoAfricaEgyptEnd
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
Arrival & VIP Airport Assistance: Welcome to Egypt! Your amazing vacation begins the moment you touch down at Cairo International Airport (CAI). After a warm welcome, our representative assists with entry visa formalities, baggage claim, and smooth private transfer.
Giza Plateau & Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM): Dive directly into the heart of ancient history with a tour of the world-famous Pyramids of Giza (Khufu, Khafre, Menkaure) and the majestic Great Sphinx. Savor a delicious authentic Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant before heading to the revolutionary Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) to behold the dazzling golden treasures of King Tutankhamun.
Meals: Lunch, Welcome drink.
Overnight: Cairo Hotel.
Morning: Enjoy breakfast at your Cairo hotel, then take an early morning flight south to the tranquil city of Aswan, the embarkation point for your 5-star deluxe Nile cruise. Check in and savor lunch on board.
Afternoon: Set out with your private Egyptologist to visit the modern engineering marvel of the Aswan High Dam, followed by a scenic motorboat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the romantic Philae Temple, dedicated to Goddess Isis. Conclude your tour at the ancient granite quarries to inspect the colossal Unfinished Obelisk.
Evening: Return to your cruiser for a gourmet dinner, followed by evening entertainment as the ship rests gently along the Nile banks in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Overnight: Nile Cruise in Aswan.
Morning: Enjoy a peaceful breakfast on board while watching the timeless green banks of the Nile drift by in a tranquil procession as your luxury vessel sails north towards Kom Ombo. Savor lunch on the sun deck.
Afternoon & Sunset: Arrive at Kom Ombo and walk to the rare symmetrical dual temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder. Marvel at the ancient medical and astrological inscriptions and tour the adjacent Crocodile Mummy Museum.
Evening: Return to the ship for dinner and enjoy a festive evening gathering with the cruise crew as you continue sailing towards Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Overnight: Nile Cruise.
Morning: Following breakfast on board, embark on a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride to the majestic Temple of Horus at Edfu, the most remarkably intact temple from ancient Egypt with towering pylons and roofed stone sanctuaries. Return on board and enjoy scenic sailing towards Luxor, passing through the intriguing Esna Lock.
Evening: Arrive in Luxor (ancient Thebes) for an unforgettable evening highlight: touring Luxor Temple illuminated at dusk and night. The dramatic lighting against the night sky accentuates the soaring papyrus columns and colossal statues of Ramses II. Return to your cruise for dinner and an oriental show.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Overnight: Nile Cruise in Luxor.
Morning: Savor breakfast on board before disembarking to explore Luxor’s world-renowned West Bank. Journey to the Valley of the Kings to enter subterranean royal tombs adorned with vibrant 3,000-year-old hieroglyphic paintings. Proceed to the stunning terraced Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut carved into the cliff face at Deir el-Bahari, and make a photo stop before the towering Colossi of Memnon.
Departure: Transfer to Luxor Airport (LXR) for your scheduled flight to Cairo, connecting seamlessly to your international departure flight home with memories of a lifetime.
Meals: Breakfast.
Trip includes
Included
Luxury Accommodations Included (4 Nights / 5 Days):
Cairo (1 Night): 5-star luxury hotel on bed and breakfast basis upon arrival.
Nile River Cruise (3 Nights): 5-star deluxe river cruise ship sailing from Aswan to Luxor on full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, and dinner included).
Available in 3 Tailored Luxury Tiers:
Tier 1 — Affordable Luxury ($1,860): Cairo at Kempinski Nile Hotel / Hilton Cairo Nile El Maadi; Nile Cruise aboard Sonesta Nile Goddess / Elite / Concerto (or similar).
Tier 2 — Golden Luxury ($2,460): Cairo at Four Seasons First Residence; Nile Cruise aboard M/S Sonesta Saint George (or similar).
Tier 3 — Premium Ultra-Luxury ($4,740): Cairo at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza; Nile Cruise aboard M/S Oberoi Zahra Luxury Nile Cruiser (Private Luxury Cabin) (or similar).
Domestic Airfare Included:
Scheduled domestic flight from Cairo International Airport to Aswan Airport (Day 2).
Scheduled domestic flight from Luxor Airport to Cairo International Airport (Day 5).
Standard checked baggage allowance (23 kg) and hand luggage (7 kg) included per passenger.
Expert Licensed Egyptologist Guide:
The dedicated services of a professional, licensed, English-speaking Egyptologist to guide you throughout all historical tours and archaeological excursions in Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor.
Guiding Method
Fully guided
EnglishComprehensive Dining Plan Included:
Gourmet buffet breakfast at your 5-star luxury Cairo hotel.
Full-board gourmet dining aboard the 5-star Nile cruise (daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner featuring international and authentic Egyptian cuisine).
Authentic local Egyptian lunch during your full-day tour in Cairo/Giza on Day 1.
Welcome drinks and refreshments upon arrival and hotel/cruise check-in.
Private Deluxe Ground Transportation:
All airport transfers, pickups, drop-offs, and sightseeing excursions in a modern, private, air-conditioned vehicle with professional chauffeur.
Traditional horse-drawn carriage excursion to Horus Temple in Edfu.
Scenic private motorboat crossing to Philae Island in Aswan.
VIP Meet & Greet and Entrance Fees:
Full representative assistance upon arrival and departure at all airports in Egypt (Cairo, Aswan, Luxor).
All entrance and admission fees to historical monuments, museums, and temples specified in the itinerary: Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon.
All government taxes, tourist charges, port fees, and service charges.
Complimentary Value Amenities:
Complimentary bottled mineral water provided during all road transfers and guided excursions.
High-speed Wi-Fi access at all hotels and cruise vessels.
24/7 dedicated on-ground concierge support throughout your journey in Egypt.
All dock and lock fees along the Nile River.
Important Information & Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation Policy:
- 75+ days prior to arrival: 15% cancellation fee of the total tour price.
- 74 to 50 days prior to arrival: 35% cancellation fee.
- 49 to 35 days prior to arrival: 50% cancellation fee.
- 34 to 15 days prior to arrival: 75% cancellation fee.
- Less than 15 days prior to arrival: 100% cancellation fee (non-refundable).
Pricing Information: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays. Hotels and cruises are subject to availability; if unavailable, equally splendid luxury alternatives will be provided.
Excluded
International travel and health insurance is not included. We strongly advise all guests to obtain comprehensive international travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip interruption, and baggage protection prior to arrival in Egypt.
Excluded Items:
International round-trip flights to and from Cairo.
Egypt Entry Visa ($25 USD per person, payable upon arrival or via e-visa).
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, souvenirs).
Gratuities and tipping for guides, drivers, and cruise staff (at guest's discretion).
Optional tours: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon in Luxor ($140 pp), or early morning excursion to Abu Simbel Temples.
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