Egypt with Nile Cruise
Egypt with Nile Cruise
Egypt with Nile Cruise
9 Days Starting and ending in Cairo, Egypt
Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Aswan
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Tour code:
QG-2025
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
That calendar you live by—the one with 365 days divided into 12 months—you can thank the ancient Egyptians for the handy invention that helps you manage your time. In this 9-day vacation, you’ll marvel at many other amazing accomplishments of this remarkable civilization. The daunting Great Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx and the extraordinary temples of Luxor and Karnak are well worth the journey as are the sparkling treasures inside Cairo’s Egyptian Museum, including the fascinating burial items from the opulent tomb of “King Tut.” As you sail down the legendary Nile from Luxor to Aswan on this enthralling tour of Egypt, you’ll also stand in awe at the Kom Ombo Temple, barter for goods at the bustling bazaars, and sway to the rhythmic drums on a relaxing felucca ride down the Nile.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Cairo,Egypt
Location: Cairo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Regency Cairo West
Meals Included: Dinner
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2: Cairo. Excursion To Giza
Location: Giza
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
Meals Included: Breakfast
CAIRO. EXCURSION TO GIZA Secrets of the Sphinx CAIRO Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Egyptian Museum.GIZA See the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORY & MYSTERY Get up close and personal with The Pyramids of Giza - one of the World’s Seven Wonders. Ponder the enigmatic secrets of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Marvel at the massive monument of Cheops, the most colossal pyramid ever built, with an original height of 496 feet.
Day 3: Cairo,Luxor (Embarkation)
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CAIRO–LUXOR (EMBARKATION) River Mysteries Revealed CAIRO Fly to Luxor. LUXOR Embark on your Nile River cruise ship with lunch on board. This afternoon, guided sightseeing includes the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT ANCIENT CITIES See the stunning monuments of Luxor and Karnak, ancient cities whose combined populations once topped one million. Walk among the pillars of the colossal Temple of Amun Ra and along the Avenue of the Sphinxes for an experience you will treasure for a lifetime.
Day 4: Cruising: Luxor,Esna,Edfu
Location: Luxor
Accommodation Name: Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CRUISING: LUXOR–ESNA–EDFU Kings, Queens & Captain’s Cocktails LUXOR Time to wander around at your own pace or perhaps take an optional excursion on the West Bank of the Nile. Enjoy a Captain’s welcome cocktail party. Sail to Edfu. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS Venture in “World’s greatest open-air Museum” where most of the ruins and artefacts at the site have been preserved and they are as still in their original forms.
Day 5: Cruising: Edfu,Kom Ombo,Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation Name: Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CRUISING: EDFU–KOM OMBO–ASWAN Egyptian Gods & Gowns EDFU Visit the Temple of Horus, then enjoy lunch on board while sailing.KOM OMBO Guided walking tour includes the temple dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods. Free time to browse. Enjoy a Galabeya (traditional Egyptian gown) party on board this evening. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE Explore captivating Kom Ombo with a walking tour of its bluff-top twin temples. Gaze at the spellbinding temples dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek-Ra and the falcon god Horus.
Day 6: Cruising: Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation Name: Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CRUISING: ASWAN Landscapes & Legends of the Nile ASWAN Discover the land of gold that has kept the treasures of the pharaohs for centuries. [LF] Sail on a felucca (traditional wooden sailing boat) around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan. Take part in a Nubian Folklore presentation on board this evening. (B,L,D)LOCAL FAVORITE EPIC RIDE Sail from Aswan on a felucca a traditional Egyptian wooden boat with a canvas sail. Capture the wind to move effortlessly around the botanical sanctuary of Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan – the stately and austere dome-topped rose limestone monument and Carrara-marble tomb of the 20th-century religious and political leader.
Day 7: Disembarkation. Aswan
Location: Aswan
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Moevenpick Resort Aswan
Meals Included: Breakfast
DISEMBARKATION. ASWAN At Leisure in Aswan ASWAN Disembarkation. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)ENHANCES FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE with an excursion to the High Dam, the Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Learn how in the early 1970s, after the inauguration of the Aswan High Dam, raging floods risked the submersion of Philae. The rescue of these Nubian monuments is thanks to the joint effort between the Egyptian government and UNESCO, who then moved the sanctuary to higher ground. How did they do it? They dismantled the structures into 40,000 blocks and transferred them brick by brick to their new home.
Day 8: Aswan,Cairo
Location: Cairo
Accommodation Name: Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
ASWAN–CAIRO Capital Ideas in Cairo ASWAN Fly to Cairo.CAIRO Enjoy free time this afternoon, followed by a farewell dinner at your hotel this evening. (B,D)ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE in the “the city of a thousand minarets” with its skyline filled with many mosques, castles, and churches in this bustling and historic metropolis.
Day 9: Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in Cairo at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah, and Le Méridien Cairo Airport; in Aswan at Moevenpick Resort Aswan; and on a Nile River cruise ship.
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Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 2 three-course dinners, and all meals on board daily featuring full à la carte breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Historic Cairo and The Pyramid Fields of Giza.
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Nile River Cruise
Nile River cruise with guided sightseeing and various onboard activities.
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Special Activities
Special activities such as a Captain’s welcome cocktail party, a Galabeya party, and a Nubian Folklore presentation.
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Guided Sightseeing
Guided sightseeing in Cairo including a visit to the Egyptian Museum, the Sphinx, and the Great Pyramids in Giza.
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Luxor Sightseeing
Guided sightseeing in Luxor including the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
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Temple Visits
Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu and the temple dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods in Kom Ombo.
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Felucca Sail
Sail on a felucca around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan in Aswan.
What's Not Included
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions on the West Bank of the Nile in Luxor.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and phone calls.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and cruise staff are not included.
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International Flights
International flights to and from Cairo are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees for entry into Egypt are not included.
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners
UNESCO Sites
Historic Cairo|The Pyramid Fields of Giza
Accommodation
Cairo: Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Cairo: Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah, Aswan: Moevenpick Resort Aswan, Cairo: Le Méridien Cairo Airport
Notes
Cruise details:Deluxe cabin- featuring twin beds (can convert to double), private en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, tinted panoramic windows.Globus Host service throughout the cruise.Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details. The ship scheduled to depart for the cruise portion of your vacation is the Movenpick MS Royal Lily.During the cruise, some visits may begin with early morning starts, in order to avoid the crowds for optimum enjoyment at the more popular sites.
Check out our Q&As
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What special activities are included during the Nile River cruise?
Special activities during the Nile River cruise include a Captain’s welcome cocktail party, a Galabeya party, and a Nubian Folklore presentation.
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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional excursions available on the West Bank of the Nile in Luxor.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes a full buffet breakfast daily, 2 three-course dinners, and all meals on board the Nile River cruise ship featuring full à la carte breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
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What types of accommodation are provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided in Cairo at Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah, and Le Méridien Cairo Airport; in Aswan at Moevenpick Resort Aswan; and on a Nile River cruise ship.
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Are international flights included in the tour package?
No, international flights to and from Cairo are not included in the tour package.
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What are some of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited during the tour?
The tour includes visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Historic Cairo and The Pyramid Fields of Giza.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in Cairo, Egypt.
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What activities are planned for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will meet your Tour Director and travel companions at 6 pm for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
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What will we see during the guided sightseeing in Cairo?
During the guided sightseeing in Cairo, you will visit the Egyptian Museum and see the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids in Giza.
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What is included in the guided sightseeing in Luxor?
The guided sightseeing in Luxor includes visits to the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
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What can we expect during the visit to Edfu and Kom Ombo?
In Edfu, you will visit the Temple of Horus. In Kom Ombo, there will be a guided walking tour of the temple dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods, followed by free time to browse.
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What unique experience is offered in Aswan?
In Aswan, you will sail on a felucca around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan, and enjoy a Nubian Folklore presentation on board.
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Are gratuities included in the tour package?
No, gratuities for guides, drivers, and cruise staff are not included.
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What happens on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, your vacation ends with breakfast in the morning.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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