Cairo & Luxor Holiday Cruise
Day 1: arrival in Cairo.
Welcome to the mythical kingdom of Egypt, where the Pharaohs reigned for thousands of years. Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, your tour manager will meet you and assist you in obtaining an entrance visa. You will then be guided around Cairo's crowded streets in a luxurious air-conditioned vehicle. Once you arrive at your chosen hotel, whether it is overlooking the Great Pyramids of Giza, like Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel, or in Khan El Khalili, like Le Riad Luxury Boutique Hotel, your tour manager will assist you with your check-in and double-check your itinerary with you to establish and confirm all pick-up times for all of your activities during your trip.
- Overnight in Cairo.
- Welcome drink included.
Day 2: Pyramids & GEM.
After a wonderful and nutritious breakfast at your hotel, your personal guide will transport you to the Giza Plateau to begin your tour by admiring one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramids of Giza. Explore the renowned Sphinx and Valley Temple. After your pyramid excursion, you'll have lunch at a traditional Egyptian restaurant before heading to Egypt's newest monument, the New Grand Egyptian Museum, which is only two kilometers from the pyramids and one of the world's largest and most advanced archeological museums. The GEM includes nearly 100,000 ancient Egyptian items dating back 5,000 years, including the entire Tutankhamun collection, which is being presented together for the first time, and is supplemented with modern architecture, interactive exhibitions, and stunning views of the Giza Plateau. Return to your hotel.
- Overnight in Cairo.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).
Day 3: Fly to Luxor- East Bank Sightseeing.
Today, you'll leave Cairo and travel to Luxor, the shining city. You will meet your tour manager at your hotel early in the morning, and he will accompany you to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be assisted and whisked away in an exclusive air-conditioned vehicle to board your deluxe Nile cruise, Salacia, which will provide you with a one-of-a-kind experience cruising the Nile with high-quality service, gastronomy, and accommodations during your stay. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board before departing for your first stop in Upper Egypt, where you will visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the east bank. Return to your boat and enjoy a warm, handcrafted supper.
- Overnight aboard your cruise in Luxor.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple.
Day 4: West Bank Sightseeing.
Enjoy your first breakfast on board your trip, surrounded by the tranquil waters of the Nile. After breakfast, tour Luxor's West Bank. Visit the Royal Cemetery for 62 Pharaohs, also known as the Valley of the Kings, before moving on to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by New Kingdom architects in the 15th century BCE at Deir El Bahari. Finish the day by marveling at Memnon's magnificent Colossi. After completing your visits to the West Bank, return to your cruise and begin sailing to Edfu while enjoying a fantastic lunch onboard. Relax the rest of the day as you sail; take advantage of your cruise's incredible amenities; drink afternoon tea, get a massage, and unwind in the Jacuzzi. End your day with a delicious dinner on board.
- Overnight aboard your cruise in Edfu.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Visits: Royal Cemetery, the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon.
Day 5: Edfu & Kom Ombo.
As you sail to Edfu, enjoy a delicious breakfast aboard your cruise ship. When you arrive, go to Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman temples, which is dedicated to Horus. Take a horse-drawn carriage trip back and forth to the temple and admire Upper Egypt's native life. Pass through the slow-paced, rural lifestyles of the local farmers and fishermen. Immerse yourself in the stunning, verdant, fertile landscapes filled with banana and date palm trees. After your visit, return to your cruise and set sail for your second stop of the day, Kom Ombo. Touch down on the shores of Kom Ombo and walk through the village with the inhabitants until you reach the remarkable Kom Ombo temple, which has two identical entrances, hypostyle halls, and sanctuaries. After your tour, return to your cruise and have an excellent lunch while sailing to Aswan. As the day comes to a close, savor a warm, delicious dinner surrounded by the tranquil waters of the Nile River.
- Overnight aboard your cruise in Aswan.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Visits: Temple of Edfu, Kom Ombo, Temple of Kom Ombo.
Day 6: Aswan Sightseeing.
As you travel to the vibrant city of Aswan, indulge in another delectable breakfast on board. Upon arrival, spend the day sightseeing in this beautiful city, where you will meet the most friendly natives. Begin by visiting the huge Unfinished Obelisk, which remains on its side in ancient Egypt's stone quarries. After that, you'll see the exquisite Temple of Philae, which is dedicated to the two goddesses Isis and Hathor. Following your tours, you will return to your cruise and have a delicious meal in the middle of the Nile, surrounded by its stunning waters.
- Overnight aboard your cruise in Aswan.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
- Visits: Unfinished Obelisk, Temple of Philae.
Day 7: Fly to Cairo- Optional tour to Abu Simbel.
Enjoy the final morning of your cruise with one last delicious breakfast on board, surrounded by the tranquil waters of the Nile. After breakfast, exit from your cruise and transfer to Aswan Airport to catch your flight back to Cairo, where you will be welcomed and brought to your hotel for your final night in the Land of the Pharaohs.
- Overnight in Cairo.
- Meals: Breakfast.
* Optional Group tour by Coach to Abu Simbel Temples for an extra $120.
Day 8: Fly Back Home.
Enjoy a nice breakfast at your hotel before venturing out to explore the lovely capital of Cairo. Spend some free time doing whatever you choose, such as going for a walk, chatting with locals, or drinking Egyptian tea at a local café. As your aircraft approaches, you will be taken through Cairo's bustling streets to Cairo International Airport for your final trip back home.
- Meals: Breakfast.
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Included:
- Our representatives will meet and greet you upon arrival at the airport.
- Assist with guest interactions throughout your stay
- All transfers are in private air-conditioned vehicles.
- Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Luxor and from Aswan to Cairo.
- Accommodation for three nights in Cairo, including daily breakfast.
- Four nights' accommodation on a 5-star premium Nile Cruise ship with full board.
- Private sightseeing trips in Cairo (mentioned in the schedule).
- Shared sightseeing tours with the Hossam Aka Bruno Tours group during the cruise.
- Local English-speaking tour guide.
- Entrance fees for all locations specified in the program.
- All meals are indicated in the itinerary.
- Bottled water for excursions outside of the hotel or cruise ship.
Portage as needed.
- All service fees and taxes.
Excluded:
- International Airfare.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any optional tours.
- Personal spending.
- Tipping.