About this trip
Ten days moving through Egypt's ancient sites, starting and ending in Cairo, with a Nile cruise linking Aswan and Luxor.
You get the big names — Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Karnak, the Valley of the Kings — alongside quieter stops like Saqqara, all covered with a guide who can put the history in context.
The cruise section slows the pace down, letting you watch the riverbanks pass between temple visits rather than constantly packing and moving.
What you'll do
- Explore the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo
- Wander the necropolis of Saqqara
- Visit Philae Temple in Aswan
- Cruise the Nile to Kom Ombo and Luxor
- Walk through the Karnak complex and the Valley of the Kings
- Optional add-ons to Abu Simbel and Luxor Temple
- Fully guided throughout, with a mix of coach travel and a Nile cruise
- Abu Simbel and Luxor Temple are optional extras, not included as standard
- Runs over Christmas and New Year, so expect a festive group atmosphere on board
Worth it if you want Egypt's highlights hassle-free with genuinely knowledgeable guides. Think twice if you prefer independent exploration or dislike structured itineraries.
- Guides consistently outstanding—Momo, Sherif, Alam all praised for deep Egyptology knowledge and group chemistry.
- Complete logistics handled: airport pickup through final departure, all transport, trains, Nile cruise, felucca sailing organised so you just show up.
- Felucca sailing at sunrise and sleeping under stars on Nile, plus Nubian dinners and local experiences genuinely immersive, not just museum ticking.
- Optional add-ons like Philae and Abu Simbel temples worth doing but not included in base package—factor extra costs.
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Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £1,660, about 10% below the priciest month (Sep).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Cairo · 6 Aug – 7 Aug
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