9 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Nile Cruise & Alexandria
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Duration
9 days
Max Group Size
20
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
About this tour
Discover the best of ancient and modern Egypt on this 9-day Egypt tour combining the legendary attractions of Cairo and Giza, a relaxing 4-night Nile River cruise, the magnificent temples of Aswan and Luxor, and the historic Mediterranean city of Alexandria.
Begin your journey in Cairo with visits to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum. Travel south to Aswan and board your Nile cruise, exploring the High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, Kom Ombo and Edfu along the way.
Continue to Luxor, the world's greatest open-air museum, where you will discover Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. You can also experience an unforgettable optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
Complete your Egyptian adventure with a full-day trip to Alexandria, visiting its historic landmarks and Mediterranean coastline before returning to Cairo.
This 9-day Egypt holiday is ideal for travelers looking for a combination of ancient history, iconic monuments, Nile cruising, Egyptian culture and Mediterranean heritage.
Route
- 1CairoAfricaEgyptStart
- 2El GizaAfricaEgypt
- 3AswanAfricaEgypt
- 4Kom OmboAfricaEgypt
- 5EdfuAfricaEgypt
- 6LuxorAfricaEgypt
- 7AlexandriaAfricaEgyptEnd
Attractions
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative. Transfer by private, air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo.
After check-in, your guide will provide a short briefing about your 9-day Egypt tour, including the sightseeing schedule, Nile cruise and transportation arrangements.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: None
Destination: Cairo
After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your Cairo and Giza sightseeing tour.
Visit the world-famous Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Continue to the magnificent Great Sphinx, one of the most iconic monuments of ancient Egypt.
After lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant, continue to the Egyptian Museum, home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, statues and royal treasures.
Return to your hotel in Cairo for the evening.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Destinations: Cairo, Giza, Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend the day at leisure in Cairo or explore additional attractions independently.
In the evening, transfer to Cairo railway station and board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan.
Relax in your private sleeper compartment as you travel south through the Egyptian countryside toward Aswan.
Overnight: Sleeper Train
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Destination: Aswan
Arrive in Aswan and meet your private Egyptologist guide.
Begin your sightseeing with the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt's most important modern engineering projects. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous ancient monument that provides fascinating insight into the stone-cutting techniques of ancient Egypt.
Next, visit the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis and located on an island in the Nile.
After sightseeing, board your 4-star Nile cruise and complete check-in. Enjoy lunch and relax on board while taking in the scenery of the Nile.
Overnight: 4-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Destinations: Aswan, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple
Enjoy breakfast on board as your Nile cruise sails toward Kom Ombo.
Visit the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple, a unique double temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus.
Return to the cruise and continue sailing along the Nile toward Edfu and Luxor.
Enjoy lunch and dinner on board while experiencing the peaceful scenery and traditional atmosphere of the Nile Valley.
Overnight: 4-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Destination: Kom Ombo
After breakfast, visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the finest surviving temples from ancient Egypt.
Explore the temple's monumental entrance, courtyards, columns and inscriptions before returning to the cruise.
Continue sailing toward Luxor, enjoying the changing landscapes along the Nile.
Spend the evening relaxing on board.
Overnight: 4-Star Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Destinations: Edfu, Luxor
After breakfast, begin your full-day Luxor sightseeing tour.
Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest and most impressive religious complexes ever built. Explore its monumental columns, temples, courtyards and ancient sanctuaries.
Continue to Luxor Temple, an extraordinary monument constructed and expanded by several ancient Egyptian rulers.
After lunch, explore the West Bank of Luxor and visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, where many powerful pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried.
Continue to the spectacular Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, dramatically built into the cliffs.
Finally, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Return to your accommodation for the evening.
Overnight: Luxor / Sleeper Train
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Destinations: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon
After breakfast, travel toward Alexandria, Egypt's historic Mediterranean city founded by Alexander the Great.
Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin your Alexandria sightseeing tour.
Explore some of the city's most important historical landmarks, including the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Citadel of Qaitbay and the area of the ancient Alexandria Library.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and experience the atmosphere of this Mediterranean city before returning to Cairo.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Destinations: Alexandria, Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and check out.
Depending on your flight departure time, enjoy free time in Cairo for last-minute shopping or relaxation.
At the scheduled time, transfer by private, air-conditioned vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.
Your 9-day Egypt tour comes to an end with unforgettable memories of the pyramids, ancient temples, Nile River and Mediterranean coast.
Meals: Breakfast
Destination: Cairo
Tour Ends
Trip includes
Included
2 nights accommodation in Cairo on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
4 nights accommodation on a 4-star Nile cruise on a full-board basis, including sightseeing.
2 nights sleeper train accommodation on a half-board basis.
Private professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
Guiding Method
Fully guided
All sightseeing tours and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicles.
Door-to-door hotel and airport pickup and drop-off services.
1 full-day Cairo sightseeing tour as specified in the itinerary.
1 full-day Alexandria sightseeing tour as specified in the itinerary.
1 full-day Aswan sightseeing tour as specified in the itinerary.
1 full-day Luxor sightseeing tour as specified in the itinerary.
Guided sightseeing in Kom Ombo and Edfu as specified in the itinerary.
Entrance fees to the sightseeing attractions listed in the itinerary.
All applicable service charges and taxes.
The Nile cruise schedule and embarkation days are subject to cruise availability.
The itinerary may be adjusted slightly according to cruise, train and attraction operating schedules while maintaining the main sightseeing program.
The hot air balloon flight in Luxor is optional and available at an additional cost.
Sleeper train accommodation is subject to availability and railway operating schedules.
Egypt can be extremely hot during the summer months. Comfortable clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat are recommended.
Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended for visiting archaeological sites.
Visitors should dress respectfully when entering religious sites.
Some attractions may have additional photography or camera fees.
Please check the current Egypt visa requirements according to your nationality before departure.
Cruise cabins and hotel rooms are subject to availability and may be replaced with equivalent-category accommodation if necessary.
This itinerary combines Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Luxor and Alexandria, making it a comprehensive introduction to Egypt's ancient monuments and cultural heritage.
Excluded
International flights to and from Egypt.
Meals and drinks not specifically mentioned under the inclusions.
Travel Insurance
Egypt entry visa and related visa fees.
Any domestic flights not specifically mentioned in the final itinerary.
Optional tours and activities, including the Luxor hot air balloon flight.
Entrance fees to additional sites or special areas not mentioned in the itinerary.
Meals and drinks not specifically mentioned under the inclusions.
Bottled drinks and personal expenses.
Laundry, telephone calls, shopping and other personal expenses.
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, cruise staff and train staff.
Any services not specifically listed under What's Included.
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