9-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Nile Cruise
Trip overview
Discover Egypt’s ancient landmarks on this 9-day, 8-night private tour of Cairo, Luxor and Aswan. Explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Memphis and Saqqara before flying from Cairo to Luxor. Visit Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings, then sail south on a four-night Nile cruise with stops at Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan. The itinerary also includes the Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo’s Citadel and historic Old Cairo. The package includes four hotel nights in Cairo, four nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise, two domestic flights, scheduled sightseeing, transfers and the meals listed in the itinerary. The tour operates year-round, subject to flight and cruise availability.
Trip at a glance
- Duration08 Nights / 09 Days
- RouteCairo · Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan · Cairo
- Travel stylePrivate tour
- Guide languagesEnglish, Spanish
- SeasonThis tour operates daily throughout the year.
Highlights and route
- Explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Memphis and Saqqara.
- Visit Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings.
- Cruise the Nile for four nights from Luxor to Aswan.
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- Discover the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo.
- See the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple.
- Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo Citadel and historic Old Cairo.
- Travel between Cairo and Upper Egypt on included domestic flights.
- - Enjoy a private tour with English-speaking guides for scheduled sightseeing.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Arrive at Cairo International Airport and meet your representative for a transfer to your hotel. Check-in is available from 2:00 p.m. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight: Cairo
Meals: ( Meals : None
After breakfast, visit Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt, and see the colossal statue of Ramesses II. Continue to Saqqara to explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser, then visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Return to your hotel. Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your included flight to Luxor. On arrival, transfer to the cruise ship. Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, with the order of visits arranged around flight and cruise schedules. Overnight: Nile cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship and sail towards Edfu. Overnight: Nile cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Visit the Temple of Edfu, then continue by cruise to Kom Ombo to explore its temple, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Sail onward to Aswan. Overnight: Nile cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Visit the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Return to the cruise ship. Overnight: Nile cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, disembark from the cruise ship. Enjoy a felucca ride around Elephantine Island and visit Kitchener’s Island, subject to your flight schedule. Transfer to Aswan Airport for your included flight to Cairo, then continue to your hotel. Overnight: Cairo
Meals: ( Meals : Breakfast
After breakfast, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum. Continue to the Cairo Citadel and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, then explore Old Cairo, including the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus and the Hanging Church. Enjoy free time at Khan el-Khalili before returning to your hotel. Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast, check out by noon. Transfer to Cairo Airport according to your departure flight time.
Meals: ( Meals : Breakfast
Inclusions
What is included
- Four nights’ hotel accommodation in Cairo in the selected hotel category.
- Four nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise, with full-board meals.
- Daily breakfast at the Cairo hotel.
- Full-day guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Memphis and Saqqara.
- Guided sightseeing in Luxor, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- Guided visits to the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo.
- Guided Aswan sightseeing, including the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple.
- Guided Cairo sightseeing, including the Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo Citadel, Old Cairo and Khan el-Khalili.
- Two economy-class domestic flights: Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo.
- Private air-conditioned transfers for the scheduled airport, hotel and sightseeing arrangements.
- Spanish or English-speaking guides for scheduled sightseeing.
- Main entrance fees for the sites listed in the itinerary.
What is not included
- Egypt entry visa
- International flight tickets
- Beverages during meals
- Tipping and personal expenses
- Travel Insurance
Trip requirements and practical information
Domestic flights
Yes, domestic flights are included.
Walking level
Moderate
Passport and visas
Each traveler must hold a valid passport with at least six (6) months' validity beyond the intended date of return, unless otherwise required by the destination country. Travelers are solely responsible for obtaining all required visas, travel authorizations, vaccinations and other entry documentation.
Travel insurance
Magnificent Travel strongly recommends that all travelers purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure. Magnificent Travel does not provide travel insurance.
Good to know
- This tour operates daily throughout the year.
- The itinerary can be customized to suit your travel preferences.
- All transfers include one standard piece of luggage per person.
- Domestic flight and Nile cruise schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
Frequently asked questions
The itinerary covers Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan. It includes Cairo sightseeing, a four-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, and domestic flights between Cairo and Luxor and between Aswan and Cairo.
The package includes four nights in a Cairo hotel in the selected category and four nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise ship. The cruise travels from Luxor to Aswan. The specific hotel and cruise ship are confirmed according to availability and the selected package.
Yes, professional Spanish or English-speaking Egyptologist guides accompany all scheduled sightseeing tours. Your guide will explain the history, mythology, and significance of Egypt's ancient monuments throughout the journey.
Yes, this tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want a more in-depth experience of Egypt. The extended Nile Cruise allows additional time to explore ancient temples, historic sites, and local culture while enjoying one of the world's most famous rivers.
The tour has a moderate activity level. Expect to walk through archaeological sites, temples, museum areas and other sightseeing locations, sometimes on uneven ground. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Highlights include the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Memphis, Saqqara, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Cairo Citadel and Old Cairo.
Cancellations made 61 or more days before departure are eligible for free cancellation. A 25% fee applies from 60 to 31 days before departure, 50% from 30 to 16 days, and 100% within 15 days of departure or in case of a no-show. Domestic flight tickets are non-refundable once issued. Please refer to the booking terms for the complete conditions.
The tour is offered throughout the year. Each departure is subject to hotel, domestic flight and Nile cruise availability for the requested dates.
Abu Simbel is not included in the standard itinerary, but it may be requested as an optional addition, subject to availability and an additional charge. Other changes, such as extra nights or hotel and cruise upgrades, can also be requested when arranging your trip.
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Price and availability
From€2,195 per person
Starting price per person. The final price depends on dates, hotels and group size.
The tour price is quoted per person and is based on a minimum of two adults. It does not apply to solo travelers. Prices may vary depending on the travel date.
Request a personalized quoteSeason
This tour operates daily throughout the year.
Departure options
- Arrival in Cairo
- Daily all Year
Payment summary
Deposit
50%
Required at the time of confirmation to secure all travel arrangements.
Balance
50%
Due no later than fifteen (15) days before the arrival date, regardless of the booking date.
We accept
Visa, Mastercard, Bank transfer
Card payments may be subject to applicable bank processing fees.
Trip cancellation terms
Free cancellation up to 60 days before the tour date.
- Domestic flights and ferries are non-refundable once issued (100% cancellation fees apply)
- 60–31 days before departure: 25% cancellation fee
- 30–16 days before departure: 50% cancellation fee
- 15 days or less before departure, or in case of no-show: 100% cancellation fee