About this trip
Eight days that combine Cairo's big-ticket sights with a slower stretch drifting down the Nile, the way it's been travelled for centuries. You start on land, then swap coaches for a cruise ship and let the river do the work.
Giza and the new Grand Egyptian Museum cover the pyramid era, while five days sailing between Luxor and Aswan on a 5-star cruise take you through the temples and tombs of the New Kingdom. It's fully guided throughout, so the history comes with context rather than just a checklist of ruins.
This one suits families and groups who want the big Egypt names ticked off without having to plan logistics themselves, with a Christmas and New Year departure for those who fancy spending the holidays somewhere warmer.
What you'll do
- Stand before the Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza
- Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum's collection
- Sail the Nile for 5 days between Luxor and Aswan
- Walk the Valley of the Kings and see Tutankhamun's tomb
- Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Tour Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae temples
- Relaxing pace once you're on the cruise, with sightseeing built around the boat's schedule
- Fully guided throughout, so someone else handles the logistics
- Suits families and groups travelling together
Worth it if you want immersive Egypt with a standout guide and safe travel. Think twice if you prefer à la carte dining and relaxed final days.
- Guides like Remon, Medhat and Mena consistently deliver immersive, entertaining history lessons that transform the experience.
- Hotels are clean and comfortable; buses and drivers are reliable and safe throughout the trip.
- Final day packs too many activities with an early start, leaving little breathing room after an intensive week.
- Meals rely heavily on buffets rather than à la carte options, which some find limiting.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Cairo · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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