8-Day Egypt Highlights with Nile Cruise – Cairo, Aswan, Luxor & Alexandria

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will be waiting to greet you in the arrivals area, holding a sign with your name. After a warm welcome, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cairo. Check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace — whether you prefer to relax at the hotel or explore the city on your own. Overnight in Cairo.

After breakfast at your hotel (around 8:00 AM), your personal Egyptologist guide will meet you for a full-day exploration of Cairo’s most iconic sites.

Your first stop is the awe-inspiring Meseta de Giza, hogar de la La Gran Pirámide de Keops, el Pyramids of Chefren and Mykerinus, el enigmático Esfinge, y el Templo del Valle.

A continuación, visite el mundialmente famoso Museo Egipcio, which houses a stunning collection of antiquities, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamun.

Around midday, you’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant, where you can enjoy traditional Egyptian cuisine.

In the afternoon, head to El Cairo copto to see historic landmarks like the Iglesia colgante y el Sinagoga Ben Ezra. Then, continue to El Cairo islámico, where you’ll stroll through the bustling alleys of the famous Bazar Khan El Khalili, perfect for souvenirs and cultural immersion.

After the tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel around 4:00 PM. Enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight in Cairo.

Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your Cairo hotel and transferred to the airport for your domestic flight to Asuán. Upon arrival, our local representative will greet you and escort you by air-conditioned vehicle to the Nile cruise ship for check-in.

After lunch onboard, enjoy an afternoon guided tour of Aswan’s top landmarks. Begin with a visit to the remarkable Presa alta, a symbol of modern Egyptian engineering. Continue to the elegant Templo de Philae, beautifully dedicated to the goddesses Isis y Hathor. Located on an island in the Nile, this temple is accessible by boat and offers an unforgettable glimpse into ancient Egyptian mythology and architecture.

After breakfast onboard, your cruise will arrive at Kom Ombo, home to one of Egypt’s most unique temples. Visit the Templo de Kom Ombo, a rare double sanctuary dedicated to both Sobek (el dios cocodrilo) y Haroeris (Horus the Elder). The temple is renowned for its symmetrical layout, detailed reliefs, and fascinating medical carvings.

Continue your journey along the Nile and enjoy lunch onboard as you sail to Edfu. Upon arrival, visit the Templo de Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt. This majestic structure, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, showcases towering pylons, hieroglyph-covered walls, and a sacred ceremonial atmosphere.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy tea on deck while sailing toward Esna, taking in the serene beauty of the Nile’s landscape.

Optional Tour: You may also choose to join an early morning group excursion to the Templos de Abu Simbel (additional EUR 150 per person). This tour begins around 3:40 AM and offers a rare opportunity to see these colossal rock temples at sunrise — one of Egypt’s most awe-inspiring sights.

After breakfast onboard, your cruise arrives in Luxor, where you will begin your guided exploration of the city’s legendary Cisjordania.

Start with a visit to the Valle de los Reyes, the ancient burial ground of 62 Pharaohs. Step inside some of the most ornately decorated tombs, where vibrant wall paintings vividly depict scenes from the afterlife and the journey to the underworld.

Next, visit the spectacular Templo funerario de la reina Hatshepsut en El-Deir El-Bahari. This grand, terraced structure honors one of Egypt’s most powerful and influential female pharaohs. Set dramatically against limestone cliffs, the temple reflects architectural harmony and regal authority.

The final stop is at the iconic Colosos de Memnón – two towering statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which have stood guard for over 3,000 years and continue to fascinate with their sheer scale and presence.

In the afternoon, return to the cruise ship to enjoy tea on deck as you relax and take in the scenic sail along the Nile.

After breakfast, disembark from your Nile cruise and set off to explore the highlights of Luxor’s East Bank.

Begin with a visit to the awe-inspiring Templo de Karnak, one of the largest religious complexes ever built. Dedicated primarily to Amun, Karnak is a sprawling site of colossal columns, towering obelisks, and ceremonial halls, all echoing the grandeur of ancient Egypt.

Continúa hacia lo magnífico Templo de Luxor, located along the Nile River. This beautifully preserved structure, with its impressive statues and detailed carvings, was once a major center of worship and royal celebration during the New Kingdom.

Following your tour, you will be transferred to Aeropuerto de Luxor para su vuelo de regreso a El Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, our representative will meet you and escort you to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Cairo.

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, your guide will pick you up around 7:00 AM for a full-day excursion to the historic coastal city of Alejandría.

Begin your tour with a visit to La columna de Pompeyo, a striking Roman triumphal column standing on the remains of the Templo de Serapis. Despite its name, the pillar is not linked to Pompey but remains one of Alexandria’s most iconic landmarks.

Next, descend into the Catacumbas de Kom el Shoqafa, an extensive underground necropolis dating back to the 2nd century AD. These catacombs combine Hellenistic, Roman, and ancient Egyptian motifs, offering a rare blend of funerary art and architecture.

You’ll then pass by the Biblioteca de Alejandría, the modern-day revival of the ancient Library of Alexandria. Though the tour includes an external view only, the structure’s bold architecture and symbolic design make it a worthy stop.

Después de almorzar en un restaurante local, visite el Ciudadela de Qaitbay, a 15th-century fortress built on the very site of the legendary Faro de Alejandría, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. After the tour, return to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Después del desayuno, realice el check out de su hotel en El Cairo (standard hotel check-out time is before 11:00 AM). You will then be transferred to Aeropuerto Internacional de El Cairo in time for your departure flight.

This marks the end of your unforgettable Egypt journey with us. We wish you a safe trip home and hope to see you again on another adventure!