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An 8 day Nile cruise from Cairo is a complete journey through Upper Egypt, combining a domestic flight to Luxor, a 7-night 5-star Nile cruise, guided sightseeing in Luxor and Aswan, and a final flight back to Cairo. Explore Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk, with time for optional experiences such as Abu Simbel, the Nubian Village and the Karnak Sound and Light Show.
This 8 day Nile cruise from Cairo is designed for travelers who want more time to explore the monuments along the Nile without limiting the journey to only the main cruise stops.
The trip starts in Cairo with a flight to Luxor. After boarding your 5-star Nile cruise, you explore the East and West Banks of Luxor before sailing south toward Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan.
During the cruise, you visit some of Egypt’s most important ancient sites, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple. In Aswan, the itinerary includes Philae Temple, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and a felucca ride around Elephantine Island.
You also have free time during the journey for optional tours. These include Abu Simbel, the Nubian Village, Luxor’s museums, the Valley of the Queens and the Karnak Sound and Light Show.
The final day combines Luxor Museum and Dendera Temple before your flight back to Cairo.
An 8 day Nile cruise from Cairo gives you more time than a short 4- or 5-day cruise to explore Luxor and Aswan at a more relaxed pace.
The route combines comfortable accommodation on a 5-star Nile cruise with guided visits to major archaeological sites. Instead of spending the whole journey on the road, you travel between the main southern destinations by Nile cruise and use domestic flights for the longer Cairo connections.
The itinerary also leaves room for optional experiences. You can choose Abu Simbel, visit a Nubian Village, explore additional Luxor temples and museums, or enjoy the Karnak Sound and Light Show.
This combination makes the trip suitable for travelers looking for a Nile cruise package from Cairo that covers the main highlights of ancient Egypt while allowing additional time in Luxor and Aswan.
Your 8 day Nile cruise from Cairo begins with a transfer from your hotel in Cairo to Cairo Airport.
Fly from Cairo to Luxor, where you will be met by our representative and accompanied by your English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
Board your Nile cruise and have lunch on board.
In the afternoon, visit the East Bank of Luxor.
Start with Karnak Temple, the monumental temple complex dedicated to the Theban gods. Walk through the impressive pylons, columns and ancient religious areas while your guide explains the history of Thebes.
Continue to Luxor Temple, where enormous statues, columns and the famous first pylon reflect the power of the New Kingdom pharaohs.
Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight in Luxor.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board.
Today, explore the West Bank of Luxor.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal necropolis where many New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in rock-cut tombs.
Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, the two monumental statues associated with the temple of Amenhotep III.
Then visit Hatshepsut Temple, built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. The temple's terraces create one of the most dramatic archaeological views in Luxor.
Around 13:00, return to the cruise and begin sailing toward Esna.
Lunch is served during the sailing.
Around 18:00, pass through the Esna Lock and continue sailing toward Edfu.
Dinner and overnight on board in Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board.
At around 07:00, visit Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples and a major monument dedicated to Horus.
Return to the cruise and sail toward Kom Ombo.
Lunch is served on board during the sailing.
Around 15:30, arrive at Kom Ombo Temple.
Explore the temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus, with its distinctive double design and Nile-side setting.
At around 17:30, continue sailing toward Aswan.
Dinner is served during the cruise.
Arrive in Aswan around 21:00 and overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast on board.
Today you can choose the optional excursion to Abu Simbel, home to the monumental temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.
The temples were carved into the rock and later relocated to higher ground as part of the UNESCO Nubia rescue project following the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
If you prefer to stay in Aswan, enjoy a relaxing felucca ride around Elephantine Island.
An optional Nubian Village visit can also be arranged.
Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast on board.
At around 08:00, begin your Aswan sightseeing tour.
Visit Philae Temple, dedicated mainly to the goddess Isis.
Continue to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt's most important modern engineering projects.
Then visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries. Your guide will explain how ancient craftsmen worked the granite used for temples, statues and obelisks.
Enjoy a felucca ride around Elephantine Island as part of the Aswan experience.
Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast on board.
Today provides free time during the cruise and the return journey toward Luxor.
The day can also be used to arrange additional sightseeing according to the cruise schedule.
Continue sailing through the Esna Lock toward Luxor.
After arrival in Luxor, enjoy free time.
Optional visits to Luxor Museum or the Mummification Museum can be arranged.
Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast on board.
Enjoy free time in Luxor or choose an optional West Bank sightseeing tour.
Possible additional visits include:
Medinet Habu is the large mortuary temple of Ramses III and is known for its monumental walls and detailed reliefs.
The Ramesseum was the mortuary temple of Ramses II and contains important reliefs connected with his reign and military campaigns.
Deir el-Medina was the settlement and cemetery associated with the craftsmen who built and decorated the royal tombs.
The Valley of the Queens contains royal tombs belonging to queens, princes and other members of the royal family. The tomb of Queen Nefertari is particularly famous for its richly decorated interior.
In the evening, you can choose an optional Karnak Sound and Light Show.
The show presents the history of ancient Thebes and the major achievements associated with Karnak Temple.
Overnight at the 5-star cruise/hotel accommodation according to the program.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast on board.
Meet your private tour guide and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle for the final sightseeing day.
Visit Luxor Museum, which contains a carefully selected collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts from Luxor and the surrounding archaeological areas.
Continue by road to Dendera Temple, one of the most impressive temple complexes near Luxor.
Explore the Temple of Hathor and its detailed reliefs, columns and religious scenes. The complex also contains important Ptolemaic and Roman-period additions.
After the sightseeing, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo.
Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Karnak is one of the largest temple complexes in Egypt. Its huge pylons, columns, sanctuaries and obelisks reflect the importance of ancient Thebes and the worship of the Theban gods.
Luxor Temple stands on the East Bank of the Nile and was developed mainly during the New Kingdom. Its monumental entrance, columns and statues create one of Luxor's most impressive ancient landscapes.
The Valley of the Kings was the royal burial ground of many New Kingdom pharaohs. Its rock-cut tombs are famous for their decorated chambers and connection with the rulers of ancient Egypt.
The mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut rises dramatically against the cliffs of the Theban mountains. Its terraces and architectural design make it one of the most recognizable monuments on Luxor's West Bank.
The two enormous statues of Amenhotep III stand on the West Bank of Luxor. They are among the most recognizable monuments seen during a Luxor sightseeing tour.
Edfu Temple is dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god. The temple is particularly impressive for its well-preserved monumental walls, columns and reliefs.
Kom Ombo is unusual because the temple was dedicated to two deities: Sobek and Horus. Its location beside the Nile makes the approach by cruise especially memorable.
Philae Temple is dedicated mainly to the goddess Isis. The temple complex was relocated to higher ground on Agilkia Island during the UNESCO rescue campaign following the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
The High Dam is one of modern Egypt's major engineering projects. It created Lake Nasser and plays an important role in controlling the Nile's water resources.
The Unfinished Obelisk remains in Aswan's ancient granite quarries. It offers a fascinating look at how large stone monuments were carved and prepared in ancient Egypt.
The Temple of Hathor at Dendera is one of the best-known temples in the area north of Luxor. Its reliefs, columns and astronomical decoration provide a different perspective on ancient Egyptian religious architecture.
The package lasts 8 days and 7 nights, including 7 nights aboard the super deluxe 5-star Nile cruise according to the supplied itinerary.
Yes. The package includes domestic flight tickets between Cairo and Luxor and the return flight to Cairo.
The cruise starts in Luxor after your domestic flight from Cairo.
The main destinations are Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan, followed by the return flight to Cairo.
The itinerary includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple and Philae Temple.
Abu Simbel is listed as an optional excursion in the supplied itinerary. The source program lists an additional charge of $90 per person.
Yes. A Nubian Village excursion can be booked as an optional activity during your time in Aswan.
Yes. The Valley of the Kings is included in the Day 2 West Bank sightseeing program.
Yes. Hatshepsut Temple is included during the Luxor West Bank tour on Day 2.
Yes. Both Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple are included during the southbound Nile cruise.
The main Aswan sightseeing program includes Philae Temple, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and a felucca ride around Elephantine Island.
Yes. Days 6 and 7 provide free time in the supplied itinerary, with optional sightseeing available.
Yes. The Valley of the Queens is offered as part of an optional Luxor West Bank tour on Day 7.
Yes. An optional visit to Luxor Museum can be arranged during the free time in Luxor.
Yes. Dendera Temple is part of the final sightseeing program on Day 8 before the flight back to Cairo.
Yes. The supplied package includes 7 nights on a super deluxe 5-star Nile cruise on a full-board basis.
Yes. An English-speaking Egyptologist guide is included during the excursions mentioned in the itinerary.
Transfers and sightseeing are provided by modern air-conditioned vehicles. Domestic flights are used for the Cairo–Luxor and Luxor–Cairo connections.
Yes. The 8-day itinerary provides additional time in Luxor and Aswan and offers optional visits beyond the main cruise sightseeing program.
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