Discover Egypt: Luxurious 7-Day Nile Cruise Adventure
Sail the Nile aboard a deluxe 5-star cruiser with arranged transfers, entrance fees, and an Egyptologist guide included
At a glance
- Length
- 7 days · 6 nights
- Departs
- Daily
- Cultural
- Archaeology & history
- Couples·
- Seniors·
- Groups
Snapshot
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 days
- Includes
- 2 Cairo hotel nights, 1 Aswan hotel night, breakfast · 3 nights on a deluxe Nile cruise ship, full board · Domestic flights Aswan and Luxor legs as listed · Private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle · Egyptologist guide throughout · Entrance fees to the listed sites · Service charges and taxes
- Guide languages
- Arabic · English · French · German · Italian · Spanish
Best time to go
October through April, when Cairo and Upper Egypt are mild enough for long days outdoors. Summer highs in Aswan and Luxor can top 104°F (40°C), so mornings work best.
02Overview
A first look
At dawn, the Nile carries a soft current past the deck, with river reeds, distant villages, and the sound of ropes being secured below. Three nights on board link Aswan and Luxor, with time ashore at Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak and Luxor Temple, where an Egyptologist helps you read the carved walls and temple courtyards. Cairo opens the trip with the pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, and you return there for a final night before flying home.
We arrange the deluxe hotels, cruise cabin, flights, vehicles and sightseeing with the timing coordinated on the ground, so embarkation, disembarkation and each morning's pickup stay clear.
Background
The facts
A 7-day Egypt tour that pairs Cairo with a short Nile cruise. It includes one night in Cairo, the Giza pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, a flight to Aswan and one hotel night there, then 3 nights on a deluxe Nile cruise ship sailing from Aswan to Luxor. The last day on the river covers Luxor's West Bank before a flight back to Cairo, a final Cairo night and departure. The ship is assigned for your dates. An Egyptologist, private transfers, internal flights and entrance fees to the listed sites are included.
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- Travelers with one week who want the pyramids, the Tutankhamun galleries and the Nile temples together, with flights covering the long distances.
Maybe not, if
- Travelers who want a full seven nights on the river, who need step-free access at every site, or who prefer a slower pace with no domestic flights.
What lingers
- 01Giza pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum on one guided day
- 02Flights from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor back to Cairo
- 033 nights on a deluxe Nile cruise, full board
- 04Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak and Luxor Temple with an Egyptologist
- 05West Bank day with three Valley of the Kings tombs
- 06Private transfers and entrance fees to listed sites included
Day by day
Detailed itinerary
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Choose your comfort level
Prices are per person in USD, from 2 people sharing a double room, including accommodation.
| Comfort level | Where you stay | October – Aprilcurrent season | May – September |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prestige | Cairo Steigenberger Cairo Pyramids · Hilton Cairo Grand Nile Aswan Tolip Aswan Nile Cruise Nile Serenity | October – April: from $2,674 | May – September: from $2,421 |
You'll stay in these properties, or a similar choice of the same quality. Choose your date in the booking panel for the exact price.
Bundled in
- Domestic flights
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- 3 Nights in a 4-star hotel in Cairo
- 3 Nights aboard a deluxe Nile cruise
- Domestic flights: Cairo to Aswan & Luxor to Cairo
- All transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
- Private, expert Egyptologist guide throughout the tour
- All entrance fees for included sites
- Daily breakfast, 5 lunches, and 3 dinners
- Horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu & motorboat ride to Philae Island
- Meet and assist with all arrivals and departures
- Bottled water and snacks during sightseeing
- All service charges and taxes
Not included
- Optional excursions & personal expenses
- Mummies Room entry at the Egyptian Museum
- Additional meals & beverages not mentioned
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and cruise staff
- Arrival Visa (if required)
- Personal travel insurance
On the ground
Your route
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01What is included in the price?
Two nights in Cairo and one in Aswan in deluxe hotels with breakfast, three nights on a deluxe Nile cruise ship on full board, both domestic flights, private transfers, Egyptologist-guided sightseeing and entrance fees for the listed sites (three tombs in the Valley of the Kings). Gratuities, pyramid interiors and premium tombs are not included.02Why is the cruise only three nights?
This tour pairs a classic Aswan to Luxor cruise with Cairo and the Grand Egyptian Museum, so the week is split between city, river and temples. Flights between the legs keep travel time low, which leaves you more time at each site.03Can I add Abu Simbel?
Yes. An excursion to the twin temples of Abu Simbel can be arranged from Aswan as an optional add-on, at extra cost. Most guests go by road in the early morning. Ask us to include it when you enquire.04Is this suitable for children?
Yes. Families cruise the Nile year-round and children are welcome on board. Child rates depend on age and cabin arrangement; tell us your family setup and we will price it for you.05What should I pack and wear?
Light, breathable layers, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is appreciated when visiting temples. Evenings on the river can be cool in winter, so bring a light jacket.06Are tips included?
No. Tipping is customary in Egypt but always at your discretion. Gratuities for the Egyptologist, driver and cruise crew are not included in the price.
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
What you get back if you cancel depends on how far ahead of your trip you tell us and the type of trip you book. Read our current cancellation and refund policy
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