Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey to Cairo, blending ancient wonders with modern marvels. Explore iconic landmarks like the Pyramids of Giza and delve into the treasures of the Egyptian Museum. Then, set sail on a magical Nile River cruise, drifting past timeless landscapes and ancient temples. Immerse yourself in Cairo’s vibrant culture, savoring the flavors of Egyptian cuisine and embracing the warm hospitality of the locals. Experience the magic of Cairo and the Nile in just eight unforgettable days.
Cairo International Airport (Google Map)
We craft each itinerary around you, so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can change or transform into something completely bespoke to you.
Upom arrival in Cairo Airport you will be met and greeted with our Excel Travel representative who will assist you through airport customs & formalities. After, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Start tour to visit the famous Pyramids of Giza built for Pharaohs Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus. Just east of the second pyramid lies the legendary Sphinx, whose human face is thought to represent that of Chephren, acting as the guardian of the Pharaoh’s enormous funerary monument.Continue to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities which exhibits over 120,000 objects in its 107 halls and comprises the world’s greatest collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts. Marvel at the many rooms filled with golden treasures extracted from the world-famous tomb of King Tutankhamen. Your day concludes with a walk through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can shop for souvenirs, perfumes, spices or have a drink in one of its famous cafés. Founded in the 14th century as a watering stop for caravanserai, nowadays Khan El Khalili is reputedly the largest bazaar in the Middle East.
Breakfast at the hotel, after transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the cruise ship to embark your cruise.
On board the Nile Cruise 4 nights on full board bases from Luxor to Aswan; Whereby guided tours will be conducted to visit the major sites like:
In Luxor: The Valley of the Kings, Hatsebshut temple, the Clossis of Memnon on the west bank as well as Karnak and Luxor temples on the east bank.
While sailing: visit Edfu and Kom Ombo temples
In Aswan: Philae Temple, Unfinished obelisk, High dam & felucca sailing around the islands to view the Agha Khan Mausoleum & the botanical island.
A typical Luxury Nile Cruise boat is a floating, 5-star hotel, providing most of the amenities of a normal 5-star hotel, including a relaxing sun deck and swimming pool. All your meals are included, though beverages and bottled water are extra. There is a large selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available at the bar, creations of innovative bar tenders. You will have your own en-suite, air-conditioned cabin (we book upper deck cabins wherever possible), and full use of all the boats facilities (restaurants, ships, sun deck, swimming pool, etc)
We use several different 5 star cruise boats on the Nile, and we will inform you exactly which boat we will use at the time of reservation, as the boats shuttle back and forth on the Nile between Aswan and Luxor, with regular breaks for cleaning and maintenance. However, we regularly inspect to ensure they are of the same 5-star deluxe standard.
We send our own Egyptologist guides on board with you. Our guide is also at your service during the cruise to help with any problems with your cabin, dietary requirements at mealtimes, or just to sit and talk about Egypt with you, answering any questions you may have
Disembarkation after breakfast, and transfer to Aswan airport for a flight takes you to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be transferred to your hotel.
At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight, marking the conclusion of our services.
