8 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise Holiday Package
Overview
Spend 8 days discovering the most iconic places from north to south. Our itinerary covers Cairo, the Nile, and Alexandria in one trip. We’ll start our journey in Cairo to visit: Giza Plateau & the Sphinx, Grand Egyptian Museum, and Coptic Cairo. Next you’ll take a domestic flight to Aswan and board a 5-star cruise sailing down the Nile from Aswan to Luxor to visit the ancient temples before returning back to Cairo, & before heading home you’ll enjoy an unforgettable journey at Alexandria.
Tour Plan
- Pickup: once you arrive at the airport. You will find our representative from Kemerya Tours waiting for you. to help you and take you to the hotel
- Hotel Check-in: while you arrive at the hotel. Take your welcome drink and stay back. Our representative will finish all the check-in procedures, and he will review your itinerary
- Your First Night in Egypt: Enjoy a peaceful night and get a good night’s rest. Tomorrow we will begin our adventure with one of the world's greatest wonders.
- Optional tours: There’re many optional tours if you hope; you can choose one of Kemerya's optional tours, such as
- Sound & light show at the Giza Pyramids.
- Cairo by Night tours.
- Nile Dinner Cruise.
- Giza Pyramids: After breakfast, we’ll begin our journey with one of the world’s greatest wonders. the legendary Giza Pyramids, to see King Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. It was built from more than 4,500 years ago.
- Great Sphinx: Then we’ll see the Great Sphinx. Standing beside the Giza Pyramids. It’s a lion body with the face of a pharaoh. And it is considered one of the greatest symbols of ancient Egypt.
- Camel or Horse optional Ride: there’re any optional activities in Pyramids, you can choose between a horse ride or camel ride to start your adventure across the golden desert surrounding the Giza Pyramids and enjoy the spectacular panoramic views while exploring the quieter side of the Giza Plateau away from the crowds.
- Lunchtime: you’ll eat one of the most delicious Egyptian foods in Cairo, take a break, and enjoy your delicious lunch before continuing our journey.
- Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM): After lucnh, we’ll continue our journey at the Grand Egyptian Museum, to discover thousands of the remarkable artifacts that tell the story of ancient Egypt, and it is the newest and the largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization. It the largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization. We will find Ramses II greeting us while we enter the Grand Egyptian Museum.
- Return to your hotel: After a wonderful day exploring the cultural heart of Cairo, we’ll return to your hotel to relax.
- Pickup: Our representative will take you in a comfortable AC car to start our journey, just sit back & relax.
- Coptic Cairo: We’ll start our day at Coptic Cairo, to visit the Hanging Church, St. Sergius Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue and your Egyptologist guide will tell you and the historical stories about these historic sites.
- Khan El-Khalili Bazaar: We’ll finish our journey at Khan Elkhalili, take your time exploring the narrow alleys and browsing Egyptian Souvenirs
- Flight to Aswan: After breakfast, get ready to check out from the hotel and transfer you to Cairo International Airport to fly to Aswan.
- Nile Cruise: Once you arrived Aswan, you’ll meet our team in Aswan to take you to board your Nile Cruise and check into your cabin & enjoy the peaceful atmosphere as your unforgettable journey along the Nile begins.
- Breakfast: Take your breakfast on board before heading out to explore Aswan.
- Aswan High Dam: the first stop in Aswan will be at Aswan High Dam, It’s one of Egypt’s greatest modern engineering achievements. It built to control the Nile’s annual floods and generate hydroelectric power.
- Philae Temple: Then we’ll take a motorboat to Agilkia Island to explore the beautifully preserved temple complex dedicated to Isis.
- Sailing to Kom Ombo: We’ll continue our journey at Kom Ombo
- Kom Ombo Temple: Once we arrived to Kom Ombo, we’ll visit Kom Ombo Temple that’s located on the banks of the Nile & it was dedicated to two gods Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder.
- Sailing Toward Edfu: After that you’ll return back to the Nile Cruise to continue sailing toward Edfu at night, enjoy your last night in Luxor.
- Breakfast: Take your breakfast on board before heading out to explore Edfu.
- Horse Carriage: You’ll take a hore drawn carriage from the cruise to the Edfu Temple.
- Edfu Temple: We’ll visit Edfu temple, it’s one of the most historical placed in Edfu, that has remained remarkably intact for more than 2,000 years, allowing you to admire its impressive gateways, detailed carving, and magnificent halls.
- Sailing to Luxor: We’ll continue our journey at Luxor.
- Karnak Temple: We’ll visit will be Karnak Temple. This place is simply enormous This Karnak temple served as the religious heart of ancient Thebes. It was built to Amun-Ra, and more than 30 pharaohs left their mark here, making every corner tell a different story. we will know more information when we arrive there
- Luxor Temple: Next we will visit Luxor Temple to continue our discovery tour. It is one of the most elegant monuments in ancient Egypt. And Luxor Temple played an important role in royal ceremonies. and it later expanded by Ramses II
- Last night at Luxor: we will eat a delicious Egyptian lunch on board while the cruise continue sailing to Luxor West bank.
- Breakfast on Board: Take your breakfast at morning while the cruise continues its journey along the Nile.
- Valley of the Kings: The first Stop will be at Valley of the Kings. This is the highlight of this historical place. In this place is buried Tutankhamun. and many greatest Egyptian pharaohs.
- Hatshepsut Temple: Then we’ll visit Hatshepsut Temple, that was built for Queen Hatshepsut. It reflects the remarkable legacy of Egypt’s most successful female pharouh.
- Colossi of Memnon: We will see Colossi of Memnon before leaving the west bank of Luxor, that was built over more than 3000 years, and it is one of Luxor's most famous landmarks.
- Lunchtime: you’ll eat one of the most delicious Egyptian foods on board, take a break, and enjoy your delicious lunch before continuing our journey.
- Flight to Cairo: After lunch, we’ll checkout the Nile Cruise & going to the Luxor Airport. To return back to Cairo.
- Night at Cairo: Once we return back to Cairo. We’ll take you directly to your hotel. It’s time to relax.
- Pickup: We’ll take you from your hotel to start our journey in Alexandria.
- Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa: We’ll start our journey in Alexandria at Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. it was discovered by accident in 1900 & it was used as a burial site during the Roman period.
- Roman Theater: After that we’ll discover one of Alexandria’s remaining Roman-era Landmarks in Roman Theater
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina: It is a unique modern design, and it is considered one of Alexandria's iconic buildings. And if you are interested in reading books. The library contains millions of books in different languages and different fields. and we will see inside it the art galleries and exhibition halls.
- Pompey's Pillar: It is one of the most famous Roman landmarks in Alexandria. This massive column was raised to honor Roman Emperor Diocletian. the tour guide will more when we arrive there
- Lunchtime: you’ll eat one of the most delicious Egyptian foods in Alexandria, take a break, and enjoy your delicious lunch before continuing our journey.
- Qaitbay Citadel: Then we will go to Qaitbay Citadel. this place offers beautiful views of the sea and Alexandria coastline Built in the 15th century by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay. Our tour guide will inform you about it.
- Royal Jewelry Museum: Then we’ll visit Royal Jewelry Museum to discover its collection of royal jewelry and historical pieces.
- Montaza Gardens: After that take a relaxing walk through Montaza Gardens & enjoy the the greenery atmosphere at one of the most historical landmarks in Alexandria.
- Stanley Bridge: We’ll end our journey at Stanley Bridge, you’ll enjoy the Mediterranean views and take some memorable photos along Alexandria coastline. It’s one of Alexandria recognizable landmarks.
- Return back to Cairo: Once we finish this wonderful day, our representative will drive you back to Cairo to return you back to your hotel.
- Breakfast at the hotel: Enjoy your final breakfast before checking out from the hotel. Take one last moment to reflect on the unforgettable memories you’ve created throughout our journey.
- Airport Transfer: At the scheduled time our representative will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.
Meeting Point
Cairo International Airport
Included / Excluded
Clear details before booking your private Egypt tour.
Included
- Airport transfers
- Domestic Flights
- 4 nights in Cairo
- 3 nights Nile cruise – full board
- Professional Egyptologist tour guide
- Private AC transportation.
- Mineral water during tours
- Motorboat ride to Philae Temple.
- Horse Drawn Carriage to Edfu Temple
- Entry fees to all sites
- Snack stops
- Shopping tours if time
- Taxes
Not Included
- International flights.
- Any Tips
- Egypt entry visa.
- Optional tours and activities.
- Personal expenses.
- Drinks during meals.
- Travel insurance.
Prices
| Package type | Oct-Apr |
|---|---|
| Single (Solo) | $2766 |
| Double | $2140 |
| Triple | $1905 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the main highlights of this 8-day Cairo & Nile Cruise tour package?
This classic tour covers Cairo’s iconic landmarks including the Giza Pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), and Coptic Cairo, followed by a 4-night 5-star Nile Cruise sailing between Aswan and Luxor to explore Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor's East & West Banks.
Are domestic flights within Egypt included in this package?
Yes, all internal domestic flights (Cairo to Aswan and Luxor back to Cairo) are fully included to optimize your travel time and ensure a comfortable journey.
What special experiences are included during the Nile Cruise section?
The cruise includes full-board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), a motorboat ride to Philae Temple in Aswan, and a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride to Edfu Temple.
Are entrance fees to all historical sites included in the price?
Yes, entry fees to all major historical attractions listed in the itinerary—including the Pyramids, temples, and museums—are fully included along with a private licensed Egyptologist guide.