6 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise Tour Package

After enjoying a delightful breakfast, check out from your hotel. Today, your expert private Egyptologist guide will lead you on a journey to the heart of ancient Egypt, starting with the iconic Giza Pyramids Complex. Stand in awe of the Great Pyramids — Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure — enduring symbols of ingenuity and power, alongside the six smaller satellite pyramids. Gaze upon the magnificent Great Sphinx, an incredible monolithic guardian carved from limestone, embodying the mystique of its pharaonic creators. You'll also visit the Valley Temple, integral to the funerary rites of its time. Next, depending on its grand opening, we'll visit the state-of-the-art Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) or the classic Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to an unparalleled collection of artifacts, including Tutankhamun's priceless treasures. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant with views of the pyramids or the Nile. Later, we'll transfer you to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your opulent 5-star deluxe Nile cruise ship, where you'll check in for your three-night journey. Enjoy dinner onboard as you prepare for the next leg of your adventure.

• Giza Pyramids Complex — The only remaining Ancient Wonder of the World, featuring the three great pyramids and smaller queens' pyramids.
• Great Sphinx — The legendary guardian statue with the body of a lion and the head of a human, believed to represent King Khafre.
• Valley Temple — An ancient mortuary temple within the Giza complex, associated with the mummification process.
• Grand Egyptian Museum (or Egyptian Museum) — A world-class museum showcasing an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the full Tutankhamun collection. (Visit to the GEM is subject to official opening).

Wake up to the serene beauty of the Nile and enjoy a delicious breakfast onboard. Today, we delve into the wonders of Aswan. Your first stop is the impressive Aswan High Dam, a monumental engineering feat that reshaped the landscape and protected Egypt from the Nile's annual floods. Next, discover the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries, offering a remarkable insight into ancient stone-carving techniques. Finally, we'll visit the exquisite Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Relocated to Agilkia Island to save it from flooding, this temple is a true architectural gem. Return to the cruise ship for lunch, and then relax as your vessel sets sail northward towards Kom Ombo. Enjoy dinner and the tranquil evening atmosphere onboard.

• Aswan High Dam — A modern engineering marvel providing flood control and hydroelectric power for Egypt.
• Unfinished Obelisk — An enormous ancient obelisk still partially attached to the bedrock in the Aswan quarries, revealing ancient quarrying methods.
• Philae Temple — A stunning Ptolemaic temple complex dedicated to Isis, beautifully preserved on Agilkia Island.

After a hearty breakfast onboard, your day begins with a visit to the unique Kom Ombo Temple. This distinctive 'double temple' is symmetrically designed, with one side dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and the other to Horus the Elder, the falcon god. It offers fascinating glimpses into ancient Egyptian duality. We'll then sail to Edfu, where you'll visit the magnificent Temple of Edfu, one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient sanctuaries. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, its well-preserved walls and pylons tell vivid stories of pharaonic mythology. Return to the cruise for lunch and continue sailing north, watching the scenic Nile Riverbanks glide by. Enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening onboard as you approach Luxor, the 'world's greatest open-air museum.' The cruise will dock in Luxor for the night.

• Kom Ombo Temple — A unique double temple dedicated to two deities, Sobek and Horus, providing insights into ancient beliefs.
• Edfu Temple — A remarkably preserved Ptolemaic temple, dedicated to Horus, offering complete ancient Egyptian iconography.

Enjoy your final breakfast on the cruise before checking out. Today is a full day exploring Luxor's incredible historical sites. Begin on the West Bank, home to the Necropolis of Thebes. Discover the fabled Valley of the Kings, the burial ground of pharaohs, where you'll explore several intricately decorated tombs (three generally included, with an option for Tutankhamun's tomb for an extra fee). Next, marvel at the elegant Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning example of New Kingdom architecture carved into the cliffs. Conclude your West Bank tour with a stop at the colossal Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III. After lunch (on an island following a tranquil boat trip on the Nile), we'll cross to the East Bank to explore the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple Complex, a sprawling sacred city built by generations of pharaohs, featuring massive columns, obelisks, and sanctuaries. Later, you'll be transferred to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for rest.

• Valley of the Kings — The ancient burial site for pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom.
• Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple — A magnificent temple dedicated to Egypt's powerful female pharaoh, carved into the Deir el-Bahari cliffs.
• Colossi of Memnon — Two gigantic stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, silent guardians of the West Bank.
• Karnak Temple Complex — The largest ancient religious site in the world, a vast array of temples, chapels, pylons, and other buildings.

Savor your last Egyptian breakfast at the hotel. At the appropriate time, you'll check out and our Travel Joy Egypt representative will provide a comfortable, air-conditioned transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure, concluding your memorable 6-day Cairo and Nile Cruise tour. We trust you leave with a heart full of incredible memories and a camera full of stunning photos!