11-Day Cairo and Nile Cruise Luxury tour

from $2649
Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Type: Private
Run: Everyday
Overview:

The 11-day luxury tour promises a scenic route for the more discerning travelers. An exclusive Egypt travel package takes one to see the wonders of Cairo before moving on to Luxor, Aswan, and Alexandria. Every destination presents its own rich culture to blend with comfort and memories. With expert guides, easy transfers, and top-class 5-star accommodations lining the way, this Egypt luxury tour promises a rich blend of culture, comfort, and unforgettable memories in every destination.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival to Egypt / Start your 11-Day Cairo and Nile Cruise Luxury tour

Arrive at Cairo airport, and our representative from Around Egypt Tour will welcome you and assist you in passport control formalities and baggage identification & portage. A private A/C vehicle will pick you up from the airport and take you to the Four Seasons, a 5-star high-luxury hotel in Cairo, for check-in.


Day 2: Pyramids and Cairo Sightseeing

Morning time: after having breakfast, one embarks on the 11-Day Luxury Tour in Egypt, joining a private Egyptologist tour guide to file through some top Cairo tourist attractions, such as

Giza Pyramids:

Stand before the Giant Pyramids of Giza and be in awe as the ancient pharaohs of their times ascribe the ultimate symbolism to the power, might, and architectural skills of the Egyptians.

Great Sphinx:

Behold the majestic Sphinx —a lion in repose, with the face of a king and with awe that has filled the Giza Plateau for over 4,500 years.

The Valley Temple:

Enter the well-preserved mortuary temple where the mummification of the kings was believed to have taken place—what an insight into ancient religious practices!

The Grand Egyptian Museum:

Step into the future of archaeology in this modern museum, which holds the greatest collection of Egyptian artifacts, including all items belonging to King Tutankhamun.

Then, indulge in a luxurious lunch served in a restaurant flaunting spectacular views of the Pyramids or Nile River, an ideal pause to be coupled with exquisite tastes and worship-worthy scenery. Finally, return to your hotel in Cairo for an overnight stay.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch

Day 3: A Cultural Escape to Alexandria

After breakfast, proceed on a full-day private excursion to Alexandria. Having passed the unforgettable 11-Day Luxury Tour in Egypt, the tour proceeds to land on the most cherished landmarks in this coastal gem:

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa:

Dive into the exploration of one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages—a gloriously mesmerizing underground amalgam of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman styles. It is a multi-leveled tomb that offers somewhat of a mysterious glimpse into Alexandria's multicultural past.

Pillar of Pompey:

Admire this red column staying 28m tall in honor of Emperor Diocletian. It is indeed the last remaining evidence of the ancient temple to Serapis and offers breathtaking views along with its rich history.

Qaitbay Citadel:

Encounter this 15th-century fortress built at the very site of the former Lighthouse of Alexandria—that was once a Wonder of the Ancient World—historic views of the Mediterranean Sea and an awe-inspiring military saga.

Continue enjoying lunch at the seaside seafood restaurant after the tour. You will have a chance to savor the true flavors of the Mediterranean with fresh seafood. After that, Continue to:

Alexandria Library (Bibliotheca Alexandrina):

Step inside this architectural wonder and modern cultural cognition conceived after the affected ancient Library of Alexandria. The contemporary library hosts millions of books, museums, exhibitions, and a planetarium—making it a melting pot of knowledge and innovation.

Finally, return to your hotel in Cairo for the overnight.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch

Day 4: Fly to Aswan & Visit Aswan Sightseeing

Enjoy breakfast, check out, and be transferred to Cairo Airport to take a flight to Aswan. Upon arriving, your Egyptologist will meet you, and your 11-Day Luxury Egypt Trip will begin with

Aswan High Dam:

A modern-day wonder of engineering, it regulates the Nile's flow and guards against flooding in Egypt.

The Unfinished Obelisk:

A very huge ancient obelisk was left as it was in the quarry, displaying the processes of stone-carving practiced by the ancients.

Philae Temple:

A beautiful island temple dedicated to Goddess Isis and surrounded by calm waters of the Nile.

At the end of the day, transfer to a high-luxury Nile cruise to check in and have your lunch and dinner meals and overnight on board.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 5: Tour to Abu Simbel Temples

During your 11-Day Luxury Egypt Tour, the day begins quite early, and you take with you your breakfast boxes along with your guide to visit:

Abu Simbel Temples:

These are two grand temples cut into the rocks by Ramses II, known for colossal statues and a breathtaking milieu.

Return to your luxury Nile cruise for lunch, dinner, and overnight on board.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 6: Tour to Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

After an enjoyable breakfast, start on a sail towards Kom Ombo to visit:
Kom Ombo Temple:
An unusual double temple dedicated to two gods, Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. It is beautifully set at the very edge of the Nile.
Continue on your Nile cruise, sailing onwards to visit:
Edfu temple:
The Edfu temple is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to Horus, with huge pylons and beautifully sculpted pictures of battles of ancient times.
Lunch will be served onboard while you cruise to Luxor, where you will arrive late at night and spend the night onboard the cruise.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 7: Luxor East Bank Tour

After an early breakfast and disembarking from the cruise, proceed with your private guide for the visits:

Karnak Temple:

The biggest temple complex ever built in ancient Egypt, it was dedicated to Amun. It's known for its towering columns, sacred lake, and Hypostyle Hall.

Continue with the guide for lunch in a good local-style restaurant, followed by checking into a 5-star high-luxury hotel in Luxor to relax and refresh. Later on in the evening, you will be picked up for another pleasurable experience at

Luxor Temple:

Beautifully illuminated at night, this temple is dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. It sits at the heart of the city, basking in ancient dignity under the stars.

And then return to your hotel in Luxor for the night.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch

Day 8: Luxor West Bank Tour

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out. A private tour guide will then meet you in your private climate-controlled vehicle, taking you on the continuation of your Egyptian luxury experience as you visit the ancient monuments on the West Bank of Luxor, for example:

The Valley of the Kings:
Once a royal necropolis in the Theban hills, there now lie tombs painted with vivid decorations of such royal legends as Tutankhamun and Ramses II.

Hatshepsut Temple:
A mortuary temple from one of the most powerful and successful female rulers in the history of Egypt, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

Colossi of Memnon:
Two huge statues carved in stone representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing guard in solemn silence at the threshold of what once was a glorious mortuary temple.

Lunch will be served post-tour in a restaurant overlooking the Nile, following which transportation to Luxor Airport shall be provided for your flight back to Cairo.

Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer yourself to a check-in desk at the 5-star high-luxury hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch

Day 9: Tour to Cairo attractions

After breakfast, continuing your luxury journey in Egypt, a private guide will take you to witness some of the most incredible Cairo highlights:

The Egyptian Museum:

It holds the largest collection of Ancient Egyptian antiquities in the world, including King Tutankhamun's treasures in gold and many royal mummies.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo, followed by a tour to Salah El-Din Citadel.

Salah El-Din Citadel:

A medieval Islamic fortress with great views of Cairo, built by the great Sultan Salah El-Din to block the city from the Crusaders.

Mohamed Ali Mosque:

Within the Citadel, the mosque is an Ottoman masterpiece famous for its beautiful domes, polished alabaster walls, and incredible views over Cairo.

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC):

A new museum showing the whole timeline of Egypt, including the magnificent Royal Mummies Hall, where the pharaohs lie in state.

Al-Muizz Street:

One of the oldest streets in Cairo, brimming with Islamic architecture, old mosques, and old charm.

Khan El-Khalili Bazaar:

The ancient market is full of charm and colors, perfect for wandering among souvenirs, handmade crafts, and local gifts in an upbeat atmosphere.

Then return to Cairo for an overnight at your hotel.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Lunch

Day 10: Free Day in Cairo

Free day to relax in your hotel in Cairo.


Meals Included :
Breakfast

Day 11: Final departure - Fly Back Home

Breakfast, then transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure. End of your 11-Day Luxury Tour in Egypt.


Meals Included :
Breakfast
Included:
  • Accommodation for 6 nights in Cairo at A Luxury High luxury hotel.
  • Accommodation for 1 night in Luxor at A Luxury High luxury hotel.
  • Accommodation for 3 nights at A Luxury high luxury Nile cruise.
  • Domestic flight tickets (Cairo/Aswan-Luxor/Cairo).
  • Meet and greet service by our representatives.
  • The assistance of our guest relations during the trip.
  • All transfers are by a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Entrance fees to all sites as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Private Egyptologist guide throughout all your journey.
  • Water and soft drinks are onboard the vehicles.
  • All service charges & taxes.
Excluded:
  • International Airfare.
  • Egypt entry visa.
  • Any optional tours.
  • Tipping.
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