Explore the iconic sights of ancient Egypt and enjoy a 5-star cruise along the Nile River.
Experience Egypt’s ancient wonders and modern-day splendours. Start in Cairo and visit the world-famous Pyramids and the Great Sphinx. Explore ancient temples and the Valley of the Kings. Sail down the Nile River on a 5-star cruise ship and experience a two-night stay in an all-inclusive Red Sea resort!
Cairo Airport
Pyramids resort by Jaz
8 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels & 5-star cruise ship)
8 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels & 5-star cruise ship)
8 Breakfasts | 5 Lunches | 5 Dinners
8 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
5 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach | Plane | 5-star cruise ship
Air-conditioned coach
Plane
5-star cruise ship
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Cairo Airport | Any time on Day 1
Pyramids resort by Jaz | 10:00 AM on Day 9
Welcome to Egypt! Arrive at Cairo International Airport and meet the tour representative who will assist with the immigration process, passport control and baggage collection. Travel to the hotel in Cairo to freshen up before receiving a brief overview of the tour from your Egyptologist tour guide who will accompany the group for the duration of the trip.
This morning, visit the Giza pyramid complex! See the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure, and the Great Sphinx. Next, see the unique step pyramid of Zoser in Sakkara. Complete the day with an optional sound and light show at the Giza Pyramids or a dinner cruise along the Nile River!
Please note: The flight to Aswan is either on Sunday evening or Monday morning depending on availability.
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Marvel at the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza and the enchanting Sphinx. Learn more about ancient Egyptian history from your guide. Entrance fee: 700 EGP
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Marvel at the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza and the enchanting Sphinx. Learn more about ancient Egyptian history from your guide. Entrance fee: 700 EGP
See the first pyramid! The 27th-century BC Step Pyramid of Zoser (Djoser) gets its name from six tiers that resemble steps. Entrance fee: 600 EGP
See the first pyramid! The 27th-century BC Step Pyramid of Zoser (Djoser) gets its name from six tiers that resemble steps. Entrance fee: 600 EGP
Watch a mesmerising light show at the Giza Pyramids after dark while learning more about the history of the pyramids!
Watch a mesmerising light show at the Giza Pyramids after dark while learning more about the history of the pyramids!
Enjoy a delicious buffet of local dishes along with traditional entertainment during a dinner cruise on the Nile River!
Enjoy a delicious buffet of local dishes along with traditional entertainment during a dinner cruise on the Nile River!
Catch an early-morning flight to Aswan. Arrive and board the 5-star Nile cruise ship. The adventures begin with a boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the Temple of Isis at Philae. Built during the Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC to 30 BC), the temple is dedicated to Isis, one of Egypt’s oldest goddesses! Enjoy the first night aboard the cruise.
Travel along the Nile and encounter the picturesque island of Philae and its temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Entrance fee: 550 EGP
Travel along the Nile and encounter the picturesque island of Philae and its temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Entrance fee: 550 EGP
Spend three nights sailing down the Nile River on a 5-star cruise ship. Enjoy incredible views and an onboard pool and sundeck!
Spend three nights sailing down the Nile River on a 5-star cruise ship. Enjoy incredible views and an onboard pool and sundeck!
Sit down for a traditional Nubian meal with a local family on a home situated on an island in the Nile River!
Sit down for a traditional Nubian meal with a local family on a home situated on an island in the Nile River!
This morning, join the optional excursion to Abu Simbel, two massive temples in southern Egypt. The tour continues with a visit to the Temple of Kom-Ombo, a unique 'double' temple dedicated to crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Haroeris (Horus). After some time to explore, continue to Luxor, where the tour will spend the night on board the cruise ship.
This “double-temple” is dedicated to two gods, crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Horus. Admire the perfectly symmetrical twin entrances. Entrance fee: 450 EGP
This “double-temple” is dedicated to two gods, crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Horus. Admire the perfectly symmetrical twin entrances. Entrance fee: 450 EGP
Explore the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples! The UNESCO-accredited structures include two temples carved from stone.
Explore the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples! The UNESCO-accredited structures include two temples carved from stone.
After breakfast, tour the East Bank of Luxor. Experience the incredible Karnak Temple Complex which was part of the ancient city of Thebes. Dedicated to ram-headed god Amun, it offers a vast mix of temples, chapels, statues and obelisks. Next, explore Luxor Temple, a place of worship dedicated to three gods: Amun, his wife Mut and his son Khons.
Considered the most important Pharaonic site, this grand temple complex features remnants of ancient Thebes. Entrance fee: 600 EGP
Considered the most important Pharaonic site, this grand temple complex features remnants of ancient Thebes. Entrance fee: 600 EGP
Discover “the world’s largest open-air museum”. Wander the enchanting Avenue of Sphinxes and learn about the area’s Pharaonic and Roman history. Entrance fee: 500 EGP
Discover “the world’s largest open-air museum”. Wander the enchanting Avenue of Sphinxes and learn about the area’s Pharaonic and Roman history. Entrance fee: 500 EGP
This morning, tour the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the world-famous Valley of the Kings and explore tombs of the New Kingdom Pharaohs, including Tutankhamen. Then, experience the Temple of Hatshepsut, a mortuary temple of Egypt’s only Pharaoh Queen. Next, visit the great Colossi of Memnon. Finally, travel to Hurghada for a two-night stay at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort!
This is one of the richest archaeological sites on Earth with many tombs belonging to New Kingdom pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun. Entrance fee: 750 EGP
This is one of the richest archaeological sites on Earth with many tombs belonging to New Kingdom pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun. Entrance fee: 750 EGP
Explore the stunning temple dedicated to Egypt’s first and only female Pharaoh! Parts of the temple were destroyed or restored. Entrance fee: 440 EGP
Explore the stunning temple dedicated to Egypt’s first and only female Pharaoh! Parts of the temple were destroyed or restored. Entrance fee: 440 EGP
Marvel at the two impressive stone statues dedicated to Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Marvel at the two impressive stone statues dedicated to Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Enjoy three nights at an all-inclusive resort situated in Hurghada! Relax or take part in various optional activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving.
Enjoy three nights at an all-inclusive resort situated in Hurghada! Relax or take part in various optional activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving.
Enjoy a free day at leisure. Relax at the resort or take part in exciting water sports activities, including full-day snorkelling and scuba diving excursions. The seas around Hurghada offer some of the best coral reef dive spots in the world, offering many colourful fish species, including the Red Sea Clownfish, Emperor Angelfish, Picasso Trigger Fish and Moray Eels.
Sail out to the Red Sea reefs on a free day in Hurghada and go snorkelling with expert guides. See the region’s incredible marine life up close!
Sail out to the Red Sea reefs on a free day in Hurghada and go snorkelling with expert guides. See the region’s incredible marine life up close!
Go scuba diving with expert guides in the Red Sea during a free day in Hurghada! Marvel at the region’s spectacular marine life.
Go scuba diving with expert guides in the Red Sea during a free day in Hurghada! Marvel at the region’s spectacular marine life.
This morning, travel back to Cairo. Arrive at the hotel with some time to freshen up before setting out to explore more of Egypt’s capital city! Visit the Egyptian Museum to learn more about ancient history. Afterwards, explore Khan El Khalili, a bazaar crammed with souvenir shops, cafés and shisha bars. This is a great place to shop for souvenirs!
See treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb and 120,000+ other artefacts on display. Mummies, sarcophagi, pottery, jewellery and more! Entrance fee: 500 EGP
See treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb and 120,000+ other artefacts on display. Mummies, sarcophagi, pottery, jewellery and more! Entrance fee: 500 EGP
This is a great place to pick up everything from incense and cotton garments to handcrafted metal goods and antique stones.
This is a great place to pick up everything from incense and cotton garments to handcrafted metal goods and antique stones.
After nine days spent exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders and cruising the Nile River, it’s time for the tour to come to an end. The tour will finish after breakfast at the hotel in Cairo. Expat Explore hopes to welcome you on tour again soon and wishes you a safe trip home!
Enjoy a guided tour of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Then, visit the Monastery of St. Simon and see the impressive cave church.
Enjoy a guided tour of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Then, visit the Monastery of St. Simon and see the impressive cave church.
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Marvel at the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza and the enchanting Sphinx. Learn more about ancient Egyptian history from your guide. Entrance fee: 700 EGP
Spend three nights sailing down the Nile River on a 5-star cruise ship. Enjoy incredible views and an onboard pool and sundeck!
This “double-temple” is dedicated to two gods, crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Horus. Admire the perfectly symmetrical twin entrances. Entrance fee: 450 EGP
Enjoy three nights at an all-inclusive resort situated in Hurghada! Relax or take part in various optional activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving.
This is a great place to pick up everything from incense and cotton garments to handcrafted metal goods and antique stones.
This tour is available in multiple options – choose your preferred option using the buttons below:
This option includes an upgraded 5* cruise on the Nile during the tour. The rest of the itinerary is the same on both tour options.
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Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.
Watch a mesmerising light show at the Giza Pyramids after dark while learning more about the history of the pyramids!
Enjoy a delicious buffet of local dishes along with traditional entertainment during a dinner cruise on the Nile River!
Sit down for a traditional Nubian meal with a local family on a home situated on an island in the Nile River!
Explore the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples! The UNESCO-accredited structures include two temples carved from stone.
Sail out to the Red Sea reefs on a free day in Hurghada and go snorkelling with expert guides. See the region’s incredible marine life up close!
Go scuba diving with expert guides in the Red Sea during a free day in Hurghada! Marvel at the region’s spectacular marine life.
Enjoy a guided tour of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Then, visit the Monastery of St. Simon and see the impressive cave church.
Visit Memphis, the oldest capital of Egypt, and Dahshur, home to the Bent and Red Pyramids - both older than the Giza pyramids!
Experience the wonders of Alexandria on a full-day tour! See top sights including the Citadel of Qaitbay and the New Library of Alexandria.
If you are planning to travel a different year, please select here to view the relevant itinerary:
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Hotels are chosen closer to departure date. We do use a variety of hotels in each destination, so you may stay in a hotel different to that listed here.
Was met at airport. Person waited with me while I collected my bag. Driven directly to hotel with no issues. Haven't had service like that before. The tour guide was knowledgeable ...
The tour was phenomenal. Our tour guide, Ramez was awesome. Very knowledgeable about Egypt. He was very patient and fun loving. This was my 2nd tour with Expat Explore and I will...
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