The Complete Egypt Experience
Cairo, Luxor, Nile Cruise & Aswan
Overview
This is the definitive Egypt experience. Spend time in Cairo exploring pyramids and museums, discover Luxor's incredible temples and tombs, cruise the Nile in style for 3 nights, and end in peaceful Aswan with its Nubian culture and island temples. This trip covers everything — without the exhaustion.
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Arrival in Cairo
Your Egyptian adventure begins! Private airport pickup and transfer to your hotel in the heart of Cairo. Evening welcome dinner with your guide to discuss the journey ahead.
Highlights
- VIP airport meet & greet
- Private transfer
- Welcome dinner
- Trip briefing
Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx
Early morning start to beat the crowds at the world's most iconic monuments. Explore all three pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. Afternoon visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Highlights
- Great Pyramid of Khufu
- Pyramid of Khafre
- Sphinx
- Grand Egyptian Museum
- Pyramid Sound & Light Show (optional)
Saqqara, Memphis & Old Cairo
Discover Egypt's earliest pyramids at Saqqara and the ancient capital of Memphis. Afternoon exploring Coptic Cairo — the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and early Christian history.
Highlights
- Step Pyramid of Djoser
- Saqqara tombs with vibrant paintings
- Memphis open-air museum
- Coptic Cairo
- Khan el-Khalili bazaar
Fly to Luxor — Karnak & Luxor Temples
Morning flight to Luxor, the world's greatest open-air museum. Afternoon at the colossal Karnak Temple complex, followed by Luxor Temple beautifully illuminated at sunset.
Highlights
- Domestic flight
- Karnak Temple
- Hypostyle Hall
- Luxor Temple at sunset
- Avenue of Sphinxes
Valley of the Kings & West Bank
Cross to the West Bank for the legendary Valley of the Kings. Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut carved into the cliffs, and the haunting Colossi of Memnon. Optional hot air balloon at sunrise.
Highlights
- Valley of the Kings (3 tombs)
- Temple of Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
- Medinet Habu (optional)
- Sunrise balloon (optional)
Board Nile Cruise — Esna Lock
Board your luxury Nile cruise ship in the afternoon. Settle into your cabin and watch the Nile scenery unfold as you sail toward Esna, passing through the historic Esna Lock.
Highlights
- Cruise embarkation
- Cabin orientation
- Esna Lock crossing
- Sunset on the Nile
- Welcome dinner onboard
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
Morning visit to the perfectly preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu — arrive by traditional horse carriage. Sail to Kom Ombo and explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
Highlights
- Temple of Horus at Edfu
- Horse carriage ride
- Sailing the Nile
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Crocodile Museum
Arrive Aswan — Philae Temple
Morning arrival in Aswan. Visit the beautiful Philae Temple on its island — dedicated to the goddess Isis. Afternoon felucca sailing around Elephantine Island and the Botanical Gardens.
Highlights
- Philae Temple
- Motorboat to island
- Felucca sailing
- Elephantine Island
- Nubian village visit (optional)
Abu Simbel (Optional) — Aswan
Optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel — Ramesses II's magnificent rock temples (additional cost, highly recommended). Afternoon at leisure in Aswan or explore the souks and Nubian culture.
Highlights
- Abu Simbel temples (optional)
- Aswan High Dam
- Unfinished Obelisk
- Nubian souks
- Disembarkation
Departure from Aswan or Cairo
Morning at leisure in Aswan. Fly back to Cairo for your international departure, or fly directly from Aswan if available. Ma'a salama — until we meet again in Egypt!
Highlights
- Free morning
- Flight to Cairo
- International departure
- Memories for a lifetime
What's Included
- 6 nights in 5-star hotels (Cairo, Luxor, Aswan)
- 3 nights on 5-star Nile cruise (full board)
- All domestic flights (Cairo-Luxor, Aswan-Cairo)
- All private transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout
- All entrance fees to sites mentioned
- Daily breakfast, all meals on cruise
- Horse carriage at Edfu, felucca in Aswan
- Bottled water during all tours
- All taxes, service charges, and porterage
- 24/7 WhatsApp support
Not Included
- International flights
- Egypt visa (available on arrival for most nationalities)
- Travel insurance (required)
- Abu Simbel excursion (~$180-220 pp)
- Hot air balloon in Luxor (~$120-150 pp)
- Optional tomb entries (Tutankhamun, Seti I)
- Personal expenses and tips
- Drinks on cruise beyond meals
Pricing
Price varies based on season, hotel category, and group size. Solo travelers may have a supplement. Contact us for an exact quote based on your travel dates.
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