12 Days Egypt Tour Cairo, Alexandria & Nile Cruise

Welcome to Egypt! Upon your arrival at Cairo Airport, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Overnight stay in Cairo.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you will meet your expert guide and depart by private A/C vehicle for a full day of exploration.

Your first stop will be the Pyramids of Giza, home to the legendary Cheops, Chephren, and Mycerinus pyramids – three of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You’ll also visit the Great Sphinx of Giza, a colossal statue dating back to the time of Pharaoh Chephren (around 2620 BC). Be sure to capture panoramic photos of these iconic landmarks.

Afterward, enjoy lunch at a high-quality local restaurant, offering a taste of authentic Egyptian cuisine.

Next, you will visit the Egyptian Museum, one of the most important repositories of Egyptian antiquities in the world. The museum houses an impressive collection of pharaonic treasures, including the famous Tutankhamun's tomb artifacts, giving you a chance to feel the magic of Ancient Egypt firsthand.

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel to relax.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Optional Evening Activities:

• Enjoy a 2-hour Nile Cruise dinner with a folk-dance show.
• Experience the Sound & Light show at the Pyramids of Giza.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up by your expert guide and transferred by private A/C vehicle to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.

Upon arrival, you will be warmly greeted by our expert guide at the airport and transferred by private A/C vehicle to start your Upper Egypt adventure.

Your first stop will be the East Bank of Luxor, home to the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. The Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in the world, will captivate you with its massive pillars, grand courtyards, and intricate hieroglyphics. Next, you’ll visit the Luxor Temple, famous for its outstanding courtyard and the impressive granite statues of Ramses II, providing a glimpse into ancient Egypt’s architectural grandeur.

After your tour of the East Bank, you will be transferred to your luxury Nile Cruise for the evening.

Overnight on the Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After finishing your delicious breakfast on the cruise, you will depart with your expert guide by private A/C vehicle to explore the West Bank of Luxor.

Your first stop will be the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of many of Egypt's pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. The tombs, carved deep into the mountains, are a testament to the grandeur of ancient Egypt's rulers. Afterward, you will visit the Valley of the Queens, home to the tombs of many royal wives and children.

Next, you'll visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most remarkable architectural marvels. This mortuary temple, dedicated to the only female pharaoh to rule Egypt, is built into the cliffs of the West Bank.

Then, you'll head to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, guarding the entrance to his mortuary temple.

After finishing this awe-inspiring tour, you will be transferred back to your luxury Nile Cruise.

Overnight on the Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Optional Activities:

• Hot Air Balloon (approx. 30-45min) – Drift over the Valley of Kings for a bird’s-eye view of the ancient tombs and temples.

After finishing your breakfast, you will meet our expert guide who will accompany you on your full-day excursion by private A/C vehicle.

Your adventure will begin with a visit to Kom Ombo, where you will explore the unique temple dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god. The temple is beautifully situated overlooking the Nile River, offering a fascinating glimpse into the duality of Egyptian mythology.

Afterward, you will return to the cruise, where you can relax and enjoy a delicious lunch while the ship continues sailing towards Edfu.

Once you arrive in Edfu, you will visit the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the god Horus. The grandeur of this temple, with its towering walls and intricate carvings, will transport you back in time to the Ptolemaic era.

In the evening, the cruise will host a Galabya Party, a lively local event where you can enjoy traditional Egyptian music and dance while wearing the fun Galabya costume.

The cruise will continue sailing towards Aswan.

Overnight on Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After finishing your breakfast, you will meet our expert guide who will accompany you on your full-day excursion by private A/C vehicle.

Your adventure will begin with a visit to the High Dam, a monumental feat of engineering that regulates the Nile River and provides hydroelectric power to Egypt. Here, you’ll get to enjoy the panoramic views of Lake Nasser and learn about the historical significance of the dam.

Next, you will visit Philae Temple, an ancient Egyptian temple complex dedicated to the goddess Isis. Located on an island in Lake Nasser, the temple offers breathtaking views and intricate artwork that depict the stories of the goddess and the ancient Egyptian gods.

The final stop of the day will be the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive obelisk still partially carved out of the bedrock. It provides insight into the ancient stone-working techniques used to create these magnificent structures, and you’ll have the chance to see the remarkable scale of these unfinished works.

After completing the tour, you will be transferred back to the cruise.

Overnight on Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After finishing your delicious breakfast, you will depart by private A/C vehicle to Aswan airport to take your domestic flight back to Cairo.

Upon arrival, you will be met by our expert representative at the airport. You will be transferred by a private A/C vehicle to your hotel in Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast

Optional Tour:

• Abu Simbel Temple Tour.

After finishing your delicious breakfast, you will depart for a scenic three-hour journey to Alexandria with our expert guide by private A/C vehicle.

Your day will begin with a visit to the Pompey Pillar, an impressive monument erected in honor of Emperor Diocletian. This massive column stands as one of the few remnants of ancient Alexandria and offers a glimpse into the city's rich history.

Next, you will explore the Citadel of Sultan Qaitbay, which is built on the same site as the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The Citadel offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and is a symbol of Alexandria's long-standing maritime heritage.

Then, you'll visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt, consisting of three levels of underground tunnels. This fascinating site showcases the unique fusion of Roman and Egyptian art, and you'll have the opportunity to explore its intricate chambers and tombs.

Enjoy a delicious Lunch at a good quality local restaurant, allowing you to rest and savor some of Alexandria’s finest cuisine.

Afterward, you'll visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library designed to pay homage to the ancient Library of Alexandria. The library’s impressive architecture and vast collection of books and artifacts make it a must-see site. You will also stroll through the Montazah Palace gardens, once the royal gardens of King Farouk, offering beautiful views and peaceful surroundings.

You’ll have ample time to capture some stunning and unique photos in Alexandria, a city brimming with history and beauty.

After finishing the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Note: The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on Fridays and public holidays.

Open day at Leisure to explore Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo.

Optional Tour:

• Saqqara, Memphis & Dahshur Tour
• Khan El Khalili Bazzar

After finishing your delicious breakfast, you will meet your expert guide and depart by private A/C vehicle for a day filled with historical exploration.

Your full-day excursion will begin with a visit to the Citadel of Salah El-Din, the historic heart of Egypt for nearly 700 years. At the Citadel, you will explore the magnificent Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, designed by the Turkish architect Yousif Boushnaq. The mosque, with its impressive architecture and panoramic views of Cairo, is one of the city's most iconic landmarks.

After this, you’ll enjoy a tasty Lunch at a high-quality local restaurant, where you can relax and savor delicious Egyptian cuisine.

Next, you'll visit Old Cairo, where you’ll see the Hanging Church, a stunning Coptic Orthodox church with rich historical and religious significance. From there, you will visit the Church of Abu Serga, believed to be the place where the Holy Family took refuge during their flight to Egypt. Nearby, you’ll also explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in Cairo, and learn about its fascinating history and cultural importance.

After finishing the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

• Open day at Leisure to explore Cairo.

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  Overnight in Cairo.

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  Optional Tours:

  • Unusual Day Tour in Cairo
  • Cairo by Night Tour

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your final departure.

Here, we will bid you farewell and wish you a safe and pleasant journey back to your country. We hope you had an unforgettable experience in Egypt, and please don’t forget to recommend us to your friends if they are looking for Egypt Vacation Deals.

Safe travels!

• All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as visiting inside the pyramids, the Museum where the Solar Boat is located in the pyramid area, or to enter the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
• If you wish to visit one or all of these areas, please contact us by email as soon as possible, so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

• Tips are not mandatory. And a form of appreciation for the services provided.
• Whether you offer a tip or not, we thank you for choosing us to help you on your tour and we hope we have pleased you.