Overview
Your Custom Egypt Adventure, Your Way
From the timeless silhouette of the Pyramids to the gentle current of the Nile, the Classical Egypt & Nile Cruise Experience is a journey into the heart of one of the world’s greatest civilizations — designed entirely around you.
This is an evergreen, custom-quoted package with no fixed departure dates. Travel on the dates that work for you, at the pace you prefer. It’s ideal for private travelers, multi-generational families, cultural and heritage travelers, faith-based groups, and educational institutions seeking a meaningful, expertly guided Egyptian adventure.
The journey at a glance
- Cairo & the PyramidsDays 1–2
- Luxor & the Nile CruiseDays 3–5
- Aswan & the Upper NileDay 6
- Return to CairoDays 7–9
Highlights
Highlights at a Glance
- MonumentPyramids of Giza
- MonumentGreat Sphinx
- MuseumGrand Egyptian Museum
- TempleKarnak Temple
- TempleLuxor Temple
- NecropolisValley of the Kings
- TempleHatshepsut Temple
- TempleKom Ombo Temple
- TemplePhilae Temple
- BazaarKhan El Khalili Bazaar
- CruiseNile River Cruise
Itinerary
Suggested Itinerary
Cairo & the Pyramids
Days 1–2-
Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo
Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel. Relax and prepare for your Egyptian adventure.
Overnight: Cairo
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Day 2 – Pyramids of Giza & Grand Egyptian Museum
Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and learn about ancient Egyptian civilization. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, one of the most significant archaeological museums in the world.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Luxor & the Nile Cruise
Days 3–5-
Day 3 – Cairo to Luxor | Embark Nile Cruise
Fly to Luxor and board your Nile cruise. Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple before returning to the ship.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 – Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple
Explore the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Experience: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor
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Day 5 – Edfu & Kom Ombo
Sail to Edfu and discover the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Continue to Kom Ombo to visit the unique double temple dedicated to Horus and Sobek.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Aswan & the Upper Nile
Day 6-
Day 6 – Aswan & Philae Temple
Explore Aswan and visit the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Experience: Nubian Village Excursion
Return to Cairo
Days 7–9-
Day 7 – Return to Cairo
Fly back to Cairo for additional sightseeing and leisure.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Optional Experience: Abu Simbel Excursion
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Day 8 – Historic Cairo & Khan El Khalili
Discover the Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, the Coptic Quarter, and the Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Experience: Nile Dinner Cruise with Cultural Entertainment
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Day 9 – Departure
Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your journey home.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Where you stay
Accommodations
Premium Collection
- Conrad Cairo
- Hilton Grand Nile Towers
- Steigenberger Pyramids
- Similar premium accommodations
Luxury Collection
- Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah
- Fairmont Nile City
- Hyatt Regency Cairo West
- Similar luxury accommodations
Nile Cruise Options
- Movenpick Nile Cruises
- Mayfair Cruises
- Alyssa Nile Cruise
- Similar premium vessels
Why You’ll Love This Journey
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Explore Ancient Wonders
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Cruise the Legendary Nile
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Discover World-Class Museums
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Walk Through History
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Experience Egyptian Culture