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8 Day itinerary in Egypt, Africa

8 Days Egypt Tour: Cairo & Nile Cruise Package

This 8-day Egypt tour takes you on an unforgettable journey to explore Egypt’s iconic landmarks and ancient wonders, starting with a stay in Cairo and followed by a luxurious 3-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Visit the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Abu Sim... Read More

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English, Arabic, German

GUIDANCE

Tour Leader, Tour Guide

starting point

Cairo

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Adventure

Coach / Bus

Romantic

Day Trips & Excursions

Culture & History

Start/End

Night

Highlights

1

Giza Pyramids Complex: Visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple.

2

Explore Cairo Attractions: Egyptian Museum, Salah El-Din Citadel and Khan El Khalili Bazaar

3

Discover Aswan Attractions: Abu Simbel Temples, Philae Temple and High Dam, Visit Kom Ombo and Horus

4

Visit Luxor Attractions; Luxor, Karnak Hatshepsut Temples, Valley of Kings and Colossi of Memnon

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Arrival at Cairo International Airport

  • Arrival: Welcome to Cairo! Upon arrival, you'll be met by our representative at the airport and transferred to your 4-star hotel in Cairo for check in.
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at your Cairo hotel (4-star).
  • Meals: N/A.

Guide: Included for the day

Accommodation:

  • 8 Days Egypt Holiday: Azal Pyramids Hotel
Day 2

place Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza

  • Morning: After breakfast, visit the Great Pyramids of Giza—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Explore the Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre, and the famous Sphinx.
  • Valley Temple: Visit the Valley Temple near the pyramids, which is one of the most well-preserved ancient Egyptian temples.
  • Afternoon: Return to your hotel for some rest or explore Cairo at your leisure.
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at your Cairo hotel.
  • Meals: Breakfast.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • 8 Days Egypt Holiday: Azal Pyramids Hotel
Day 3

place Fly to Aswan – Philae Temple

  • Morning: After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan.
  • Arrival: Upon arrival in Aswan, you'll be met and transferred to your Nile cruise.
  • Afternoon: Begin your journey with a visit to the High Dam, which controls the flooding of the Nile River. Then, take a boat ride to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
  • Evening: Return to your cruise ship for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.
  • Accommodation: Overnight on your Nile cruise ship (5-star).
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

place Abu Simbel Temple & Sailing to Kom Ombo

  • Early Morning: Depart for an early morning visit to Abu Simbel—one of Egypt’s most spectacular temples, carved into the mountainside by Ramses II.
  • Afternoon: After your visit, return to the cruise ship and start sailing towards Kom Ombo.
  • Kom Ombo Temple: Visit the Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the gods Sobek (the crocodile god) and Haroeris (the falcon-headed god).
  • Evening: Enjoy the serene sunset as you sail toward Edfu.
  • Accommodation: Overnight on your Nile cruise ship.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

place Edfu Temple & Sailing to Luxor

  • Morning: Enjoy a horse and carriage ride to Edfu Temple, dedicated to the god Horus, one of the most preserved temples in Egypt.
  • Afternoon: Continue sailing along the Nile River, passing through the Esna Lock on the way to Luxor.
  • Evening: Enjoy dinner and entertainment on board the cruise.
  • Accommodation: Overnight on your Nile cruise ship.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6

place Luxor – Valley of the Kings, Hot Air Balloon & Return to Cairo

  • Early Morning: Experience an unforgettable Hot Air Balloon ride over Luxor, offering breathtaking views of the ancient temples and the Nile River.
  • Morning: Visit the Valley of the Kings, the burial ground of Egypt’s most famous pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. Continue your tour with a visit to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, dedicated to Egypt’s first female pharaoh.
  • Afternoon: Visit the majestic Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in the world, followed by a visit to Luxor Temple.
  • Evening: After the tour, transfer to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo.
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at your Cairo hotel.
  • Meals: Breakfast.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • 8 Days Egypt Holiday: Azal Pyramids Hotel
Day 7

place Cairo – Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Khan el-Khalili Bazaar

  • Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of ancient artifacts, including treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Saladin Citadel, a medieval Islamic Cairo fortress, and the Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque within the Citadel.
  • Khan el-Khalili Bazaar: End the day with a visit to the famous Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, a bustling market known for its vibrant atmosphere, spices, jewelry, and souvenirs.
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at your Cairo hotel.
  • Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • 8 Days Egypt Holiday: Azal Pyramids Hotel
Day 8

place Final Departure from Cairo

  • Morning: After breakfast, you will have free time for any last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Cairo.
  • Transfer: Depending on your flight time, you'll be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your return flight home.
  • Accommodation: N/A.
  • Meals: Breakfast.

 

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

Accommodation expand_less

  • Azal Pyramids Hotel

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (7)
  • Lunch (3)
  • Dinner (3)

Transport expand_less

  • All transfers by modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
  • Domestic flights between Cairo-Aswan and Luxor-Cairo.
  • All tours and excursions with air-conditioned transport.

Activities expand_less

  • 4 nights’ hotel accommodation in Cairo at a 4-star hotel.
  • 3 nights Nile cruise accommodation on a full-board basis.
  • All visits as mention in the Daily Itinerary

Extras expand_less

  • Meet and Assist service at all your destinations.
  • Expert multilingual Egyptologist guide.
  • All taxes and services included in the price.

Not Included expand_less

  • International airfare to and from Egypt.
  • Egypt entry visa (to be obtained before arrival or on arrival).
  • All entrance fees to monuments and historical sites.
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Tipping for guides, drivers, and cruise staff.

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