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Amazing 9 Days Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Nile Cruise & Red Sea Holiday

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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 15
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cairo

    You'll arrive at Cairo International Airport where a representative meets you to handle customs and arrange your hotel transfer. The rest of the evening is open for you to either relax at your hotel or try optional activities like the Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids or a Nile Dinner Cruise if you're feeling energetic after your flight.

    Start point
    Cairo, Cairo, Egypt (We pick up our Travelers from Cairo Airport & Hotels, 06:00 - 23:00)

    Optional Activities

    • Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids
    • Nile Dinner Cruise with live entertainment
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  2. Day 2

    Cairo - Aswan

    After breakfast, you'll head out to Giza Plateau for a guided tour covering the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, the Great Sphinx, and Valley Temple. Later in the afternoon, you'll transfer to the train station and board an overnight first-class sleeper train heading south to Aswan, so you can rest during the journey.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Giza Plateau including Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramids of Khafre & Menkaure, Great Sphinx, and Valley Temple
    • A/C first-class train Cairo to Aswan
    Landmarks
    Great Pyramid of Khufu
    Pyramid of Khafre
    Pyramid of Menkaure
    Great Sphinx
    Valley Temple
  3. Day 3

    Aswan

    You'll arrive in Aswan and check into your 5-star Nile cruise ship. From there, you'll start exploring Aswan's sites including the Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple, which sits on an island dedicated to the goddess Isis. Lunch and dinner are both onboard, giving you time to settle in and relax along the Nile.

    Meals
    Lunch (Onboard Nile cruise), Dinner (Onboard Nile cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Aswan High Dam
    • Guided tour of Philae Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Philae Motor boat (entrance fee not included)
    Landmarks
    Aswan High Dam
    Philae Temple
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  4. Day 4

    Abu Simbel - Kom Ombo - Edfu

    Before sunrise, you'll drive about 3 hours to Abu Simbel to see the iconic temples carved by Ramses II into solid rock, complete with colossal statues and detailed carvings. After returning to your cruise, you'll sail north and stop at Kom Ombo Temple, which honors two gods, Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the falcon god, before continuing toward Edfu.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Onboard cruise), Lunch (Onboard cruise), Dinner (Onboard cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Abu Simbel excursion including guided tour of Abu Simbel Temples
    • Guided tour of Kom Ombo Temple
    • Sailing to Edfu
    Landmarks
    Abu Simbel Temples
    Kom Ombo Temple
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  5. Day 5

    Edfu - Luxor

    You'll take a horse-drawn carriage to Edfu Temple, the best-preserved temple in Egypt and dedicated to Horus. There you can walk through massive pylons, sacred chambers, and see the detailed reliefs. Afterward, your cruise continues sailing via Esna Lock as you head toward Luxor.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Onboard cruise), Lunch (Onboard cruise), Dinner (Onboard cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu
    • Guided tour of Edfu Temple
    • Sailing via Esna Lock towards Luxor
    Landmarks
    Edfu Temple
  6. Day 6

    Luxor - Hurghada

    Starting before sunrise, you'll float over Luxor's West Bank in a hot air balloon, seeing the landscape from above before having a big breakfast. The rest of the day involves exploring the Valley of the Kings with royal tombs including Tutankhamun's, checking out the Temple of Hatshepsut, seeing the Colossi of Memnon, and touring Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. By evening, you'll transfer to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Hearty breakfast before West Bank tour)

    Included Activities

    • Hot air balloon ride over Luxor's West Bank at sunrise
    • Guided tour of Valley of the Kings
    • Guided tour of Temple of Hatshepsut
    • Guided tour of Colossi of Memnon
    • Guided tour of Karnak Temple
    • Guided tour of Luxor Temple
    • Evening transfer to Hurghada
    Landmarks
    Valley of the Kings
    Temple of Hatshepsut
    Colossi of Memnon
    Karnak Temple
    Luxor Temple
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  7. Day 7

    Hurghada

    You'll spend the full day snorkeling at Giftun Islands, swimming in clear waters and checking out coral reefs with tropical marine life. Lunch is served onboard, and you'll have time to relax on the sandy beaches before heading back.

    Meals
    Lunch (Delicious lunch onboard)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day snorkeling trip to Giftun Islands
    • Snorkeling in crystal-clear waters
    • Exploration of coral reefs and marine life
    • Beach relaxation time
    Landmarks
    Giftun Islands
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  8. Day 8

    Hurghada - Cairo

    This morning is more relaxed before you board the air-conditioned bus heading back to Cairo for the afternoon and evening drive.

    Included Activities

    • A/C bus transfer Hurghada to Cairo
  9. Day 9

    Cairo

    After breakfast, you'll transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight home, taking memories of Egypt's ancient sites and Red Sea beaches with you.

    End point
    Cairo, Cairo, Egypt (We drop off our Travelers to Cairo Airport Or Hotels, 03:00 - 23:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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