Egypt in Depth: Cairo & 5-Day Nile Cruise Tour

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Egypt in Depth: Cairo & 5-Day Nile Cruise Tour

Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Destinations: Cairo – Luxor – Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan
Tour Style: Cultural • Historical • Fully Guided

🗓️ Tour Itinerary

✅ Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo

  • Meet and assist upon arrival at Cairo International Airport.

  • Private transfer to your hotel for check-in.

  • Time at leisure.
    Optional: Nile Dinner Cruise with traditional folklore show – USD 100 per person.
    Overnight in Cairo.

✅ Day 2 – Pyramids & Cairo City Tour

  • Breakfast at hotel.

  • Guided tour to:

    • The Great Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx

    • Perfume & Cotton Stores

    • Khan El Khalili Bazaar

  • Return to hotel.
    Optional: Lunch at a local restaurant.
    Overnight in Cairo.

✅ Day 3 – Alexandria Optional Tour or Free Day in Cairo

  • Breakfast at hotel.
    Optional Full-Day Tour to Alexandria:

    • Library of Alexandria

    • Montaza Gardens

    • Roman Amphitheatre & Islamic landmarks

    • Seafood lunch included – USD 100 per person
      Or enjoy a free leisure day in Cairo.
      Overnight in Cairo.

✅ Day 4 – Travel to Luxor & Nile Cruise Embarkation (Monday)

  • Early morning flight or train to Luxor (not included).

  • Transfer to cruise ship & check-in before lunch.

  • Guided afternoon visit to:

    • Karnak Temple

    • Luxor Temple (East Bank)

  • Lunch & dinner onboard.
    Overnight onboard in Luxor.

✅ Day 5 – Luxor West Bank Exploration (Tuesday)

  • Breakfast onboard.

  • Guided visit to:

    • Valley of the Kings & Queens

    • Hatshepsut Temple at El-Deir El-Bahari

  • Sail to Edfu.

  • Lunch & dinner onboard.
    Overnight onboard in Edfu.

✅ Day 6 – Edfu & Kom Ombo (Wednesday)

  • Breakfast onboard.

  • Visit Horus Temple in Edfu.

  • Sail to Kom Ombo & visit the Temple of Sobek & Haroeris.

  • Continue sailing to Aswan.

  • Lunch & dinner onboard.
    Overnight onboard in Aswan.

✅ Day 7 – Aswan Highlights (Thursday)

  • Breakfast onboard.

  • Guided visits to:

    • The High Dam

    • Philae Temple

  • Lunch & dinner onboard.
    Overnight onboard in Aswan.

✅ Day 8 – Disembarkation & Return to Cairo (Friday)

  • Breakfast onboard, then check-out from the cruise.

  • Transfer to Aswan Airport or train station (ticket not included).

  • Arrival in Cairo & transfer to hotel.
    Overnight in Cairo.

✅ Day 9 – Free Day in Cairo

  • Breakfast at hotel.

  • Enjoy your time at leisure for shopping or relaxation.
    Optional: Visit the Egyptian Museum or take a Felucca ride on the Nile.
    Overnight in Cairo.

✅ Day 10 – Final Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel.

  • Transfer to Cairo International Airport for departure.

✅ Package Includes:

  • 5 Nights in Cairo with daily breakfast

  • 4 Nights / 5 Days Nile Cruise (Full Board: breakfast, lunch & dinner)

  • All guided tours mentioned in Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan

  • Round-trip transfers between airport/train station and cruise

  • Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour

  • English-speaking certified Egyptologist guide

❌ Package Excludes:

  • International & domestic air or train tickets

  • Optional tours & excursions

  • Entry visa to Egypt

  • Personal expenses & tips

🔔 Important Notes:

  • The Nile Cruise starts every Monday from Luxor

  • Order of the itinerary may change due to domestic transportation schedules or navigation conditions

  • Package rates quoted in USD per person, valid for all markets except Egyptian citizens

  • Package applies for FIT (under 9 pax) bookings only