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- Day 1 Arrive Cairo Touch down in Cairo and meet your Travel Director over a welcome mocktail to kick off your Egypt tour. Locations Visited: Cairo EG.
- Day 2 Cairo and Overnight Train Start your day ticking off bucket-list musts with a visit to the mighty Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Sphinx. Later, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at a local carpet weaving workshop—supporting traditional craftmanship and community livelihoods. This afternoon is yours to explore more of Cairo or dive deeper into Egypt’s ancient past with a Choice Experience at the Grand Egyptian Museum. Snap a selfie beneath the Hanging Obelisk, come face-to-face with the towering statue of Ramses II in the Grand Hall, and explore Tutankhamun’s gold sandals, coffins and jewelry. Tonight, board your sleeper train to Aswan and drift off as the Nile rolls gently by. Locations Visited: Cairo EG, Aswan EG.
- Day 3 Arrive Aswan and Nile Cruise Wake up as your overnight train rolls into Aswan—welcome to Egypt’s laid-back southern charm. Start the day with a visit to the mighty High Dam, followed by a trip to the beautiful island of Philae, where the Temple of Isis tells tales of love and resilience. Later, enjoy a breezy felucca ride, soaking up river views and glimpses of Nubian life along the Nile. This evening, step aboard your Nile cruise and settle into life on the water. Want to see more? Join a Choice Experience to watch the Philae Temple come alive in a spectacular Sound and Light Show under the stars. Locations Visited: Aswan EG.
- Day 4 Nile Cruise: Aswan – Kom Ombo – Edfu Today’s all about choosing your own adventure. Fancy a deep dive into local life? Join a Choice Experience and explore Aswan’s colorful bazaar with a Local Guide—perfect for picking up unique finds and mastering the art of the deal. Or go big with an unforgettable trip to Abu Simbel, where colossal statues and temple walls tell tales of ancient power. Later, it’s back to the river as your Nile cruise sets sail once more. Drift towards Kom Ombo and step ashore to explore the twin temples dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god and Horus, the falcon. A little mystery, a little mythology—and a lot to write home about. Locations Visited: Aswan EG, Kom Ombo EG, Edfu EG.
- Day 5 Nile Cruise: Edfu - Luxor Cruise through the Esna Lock this morning and drift into Luxor—once the stomping ground of mighty pharaohs. After a chilled lunch onboard, get ready to be wowed by Karnak Temple. Its huge structure is packed with sky-high columns and stories carved in stone. The rest of the day? Totally up to you with these Choice Experiences. Want to keep the temple vibes going? Check out the Karnak Sound and Light Show—it’s all drama, gods and glowing ruins. Prefer your history? The Luxor Museum is full of ancient treasures and even a couple of royal mummies too. Whatever you’re into, Luxor delivers the goods with a big dose of wow. Locations Visited: Edfu EG, Luxor EG.
- Day 6 Disembark: Luxor – Valley of the Kings - Cairo Fuel up with breakfast on board, then say goodbye to your Nile cruise as you head off to uncover more ancient wonders. First stop, the Valley of the Kings—home to the tombs of pharaohs, legends and a whole lot of gold. Next, marvel at the striking Temple of Hatshepsut, Egypt’s powerhouse female ruler, before snapping a pic at the towering Colossi of Memnon. After a morning of unforgettable sights, you’ll board a short flight back to Cairo, where your comfy hotel awaits. A day of big moments, with more to come. Locations Visited: Luxor EG, Cairo EG.
- Day 7 Free Day in Cairo With a full free day in Cairo, how you spend it is totally up to you. Go souvenir hunting in the bazaar, sip a strong local coffee, or soak up the street life at your own pace. Want to see more? Take your pick from a range of Choice Experiences. Head out of town on a guided trip to Alexandria packed with coastal views and history, or stay closer to home with a guided Cairo City Tour—perfect for ticking off hidden gems, historic sites and colorful neighborhoods. Or dive into the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where royal mummies and ancient treasures await. This evening, there’s one more Choice Experience on offer: a Nile dinner cruise with tasty local dishes, belly dancing and city lights to send you off in style. Locations Visited: Luxor EG, Cairo EG.
- Day 8 Depart Cairo After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to Cairo and head for home—bags packed, camera full and memories to match. Locations Visited: Cairo EG.
Name: Egypt Explorer with Nile Cruise
Brand: Costsaver
Quality: Tourist Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Cairo
End City: Cairo
Location Summary: Cairo, EG, Aswan, EG, Kom Ombo, EG, Edfu, EG, Luxor, EG
Is Youth: This tour is open to those aged 18-35 only
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 7 Breakfast (B). 4 Dinner (D). 3 Lunch (L).
- Essentials - Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the mighty Sphinx. Enjoy a ride on the scenic overnight train from Cairo to Aswan. Visit High Dam and Philae Temple, sail on the Nile in a traditional felucca. Visit Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to two gods. Explore the imposing Karnak Temple Complex. See the Memnon Colossi and visit the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
