8 Days Cairo & Nile Cruise with Abu Simbel Tour

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  • Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
  • AvailabilityEveryday
  • Tour TypePrivate Tours
  • Pickup / Drop offCairo Airport

Enjoy an amazing Cairo & Nile Cruise Tour

Enjoy our 8 Days Luxury Tour to Egypt where you will visit the marvelous historical attractions in Cairo. Also, you will witness the greatness of the Pharaonic monuments from Luxor to Aswan while onboard a classy Nile cruise. This will be one of the unforgettable trips you will ever have.

Tour Highlight

City  Places you will visit
Sights Giza Pyramids – Sphinx – Valley Temple – Saqqara – Memphis – Valley of the Kings – Hatshepsut Temple – Colossi of Memnon – Karnak Temple – Edfu Temple – Kom Ombo Temple – Philae Temple – High Dam – Unfinished Obelisk – Abu Simbel Temples
Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Cairo Arrival

After arrival at Cairo airport, you will meet our company representative. He will assist you with formal airport papers and luggage.

Next, you will be transported by a private A/C car to check in at a 5 stars hotel in Cairo.

After that, you will enjoy dinner on a Nile cruise as you will enjoy a Belly dance and folkloric Tannoura show.

Later you will go back to your hotel overnight.

Day 2: Cairo - Land of marvelous monuments

In the morning of day two, breakfast will be served, and then your tour guide will take you to begin your visits to:

Giza pyramids complex

One of the most famous monumental places in the whole world dates back to more than 4500 ago This the place where we have the main pyramids of Egypt:

  • The great pyramid of Khufu
  • The pyramid of Khafra
  • The pyramid of Mankaure

Plus that we have 6 small pyramids that date back to the queens and the royal family Giza pyramids complex have also the greatest sphinx statue we have in Egypt.

The great pyramid of Cheops

One of the 7 wonders in an ancient world built for the king Khufu or Cheops is his name in the Greek language. Takes 20 years to build they used in the building more than 3 million limestone blocks
More than 100 thousands of the worker work in that building  The original high about 146 m high so for that it’s considered the greatest pyramid we have in Egypt.

Valley Temple

One of the most preserved temples we have from the ancient time it was built from red granite which we get from Aswan
This the place where the mummification process should be done Built also by Khafra the builder of the 2nd pyramid and the Great sphinx.

The Great Sphinx

Consider the protector of the pyramids built by Khafra the builder of the second pyramid also
It takes a special form which is the lion’s body and the human head and this refers to power with knowledge together  This the greatest one we have 50 m long and 20 m high.

Lunch break :
After enjoying the tour to the pyramids we are going to stop for having lunch in one of the nice restaurants with quality food to give you the chance to try the taste of oriental food and traditional Egyptian dishes.

Saqqara Step Pyramid

One of the oldest historical places in Egypt dates back to 2500B.C The place where we have the oldest pyramid in history “The step pyramid ” And the land of the mysterious as we call it because every time we have new discoveries there as it happened a few weeks ago for different tombs and lot of coffins and treasures.

Saqqara also has a lot of stuff to visit different tombs for the Nobles and royal family Also has the pyramid of Unas where we have the first text written in the pyramids and more.

Memphis City

Consider the oldest capital of ancient Egypt. Dates back to 2200 B.C It was established by king Mena or Narmer after he succeeded in unifying upper and lower Egypt. It was the center of god Ptah the principal God of Egypt at this time.

Memphis is famous for having the colossal statue of Ramses the second and the second big sphinx statue we have in Egypt.

Later you will be accompanied to the hotel for overnight.

Day 3: Fly south to explore Luxor City East Bank monuments

You will disembark from the Nile cruise after having your breakfast onboard then you will enjoy visiting The Karnak complex.

Karnak Temple

Karnak Temple complex, a series of temples dating back to the reigns of different kings, and the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns.

Lunch break:
After enjoying the tour, we are going to stop for having lunch in one of the nice restaurants with quality food to give you the chance to try the taste of oriental food and traditional Egyptian dishes.

Luxor Temple

Built-in the new kingdom era by pharaohs Amenhotep III and Ramses II, Luxor Temple is located in the middle of Luxor city as it was the center of the celebrations of Opet. You will also enjoy the mesmerizing sight of the remaining Avenue of Sphinxes that once was connecting the Luxor temple with the Karnak.

Later you will go back to your Nile cruise for overnight.

Day 4: Luxor City West Bank monuments

You will have breakfast then you will visit the attraction sites at the western bank of the Nile.

Valley of the Kings

One of the main historical sites we have in Luxor which was in ancient Egypt “Thebes ” The capital of Egypt during the New kingdom Called by this name because most of the tombs which were discovered date to the kings of Egypt and their royal families but plus that we have some tombs for Nobles and high priests.

Till now we have 63 tombs were discovered but we are sure there are some tombs didn’t discover yet so they still working and digging it that area Most of the tombs still have beautiful paintings talk about their daily life in ancient Egypt

There are many important tombs for famous kings located there like “Toutmoses 1st”

  • Ramses 2nd”
  • Ramses 9th
  • Seti 1st

Plus the tomb of the golden pharaoh “Tutankhamun” was discovered in 1922.

Hatshepsut Temple

One of the most preserved temples in ancient Egypt dates back to more than 3500 years ago Built for Queen Hatshepsut one of the famous Queens who ruled Egypt in the new kingdom and she was the daughter of king Tutmoses 1st The temple built from limestone which considers one of the most popular stones they used in ancient Egypt because it was easy to cut We still have some reliefs on the walls of the temple but the most famous ones which talk about the Trade mission sent by the Queen to “punt cities ” to bring a lot of staff especially wood and incense.

Lunch break:
After enjoying the tour, we are going to stop for having lunch in one of the nice restaurants with quality food to give you the chance to try the taste of oriental food and traditional Egyptian dishes.

Colossi of Memnon

Its 2 huge statues date back to 1350 B.C Built for the king “Amonhoteb 3rd” who ruled Egypt during the new kingdom exactly at the 18th dynasty The two statues are the only remains of the funerary temple built for king Amonhoteb 3rd The two statues were built at the entrance of the temple to be the guardian’s status for the temple. The statues were made out of Quartz stone which they cut from the red mountain at Cairo.

Later you will go back to your Nile cruise for overnight.

Day 5: Visiting Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

On day five you will enjoy your breakfast on board the Nile cruise and then you will visit the temple of Edfu.

Edfu Temple

The temple of Edfu is a Ptolemaic temple that was built between 237 and 57 BC to honor the memory of god Horus as he was avenging from evil god Seth for the death of his father (Osiris). The temple was constructed between 237 and 57 BC with outstanding style with amazing pillars and statues.

Next, you will go back to Nile Cruise for lunch as you sail to your next stop Kom Ombo.

Kom Ombo Temple

Dedicated to the ancient gods Sobek and Horus, Kom Ombo Temple was constructed during the Ptolemaic dynasty (180–47 BC). The temple has a special design style as it consists of two symmetrical halves one for each god. The temple is considered to be one of the best-preserved temples with its colorful carvings and marvelous architecture.

Later you will go back to your Nile cruise for overnight.

Day 6: Aswan the Ancient Nubian city

On the morning of day four, you will have breakfast then you will check out from the hotel then you will head to Luxor train station to take the train south to Aswan where you will continue your historical tour there by visiting:

Aswan High Dam

Built by the orders of president Gamal Abdu El Nasser between 1960 and 1970, The High Dam is located across the Nile River south of Aswan city. The dam was constructed to prevent ad control Nile flooding as well as generating hydroelectricity. The view from the top of the dam is unforgettable and breathtaking scenery.

The Unfinished Obelisk

By the orders of Queen Hatshepsut, The Unfinished Obelisk should be the tallest Obelisk in Egypt with a height of 42m (138ft), but unfortunately, the project stopped after a crack was discovered in the obelisk stone. So it is still at the old quarries of the city.

Lunch break
After enjoying the tour, we are going to stop for having lunch in one of the nice restaurants with quality food to give you the chance to try the taste of oriental food and traditional Egyptian dishes.

Philae Temple

Next, you will visit the amazing temple of Philae which is the last one to be built in the classic ancient Egyptian style. The temple was constructed around 690BC to honor the Goddess Isis.

Later you will go back to your Nile cruise for overnight.

Day 7: The Complex of Abu Simbel

In the morning you will disembark from the Nile cruise after having your breakfast boxes then you will be transported by an A/C vehicle to The ancient marvelous village of Abu Simbel.

Abu Simbel Temples

The two rock-cut temples at Abu Simbel are considered to be masterpieces of ancient Egypt. The temples were built by King Ramses II around 1200 BC. One temple is dedicated to King Ramses II and the second temple is dedicated to his favorite wife, Queen Nefertari.

The temples were discovered in 1813, almost completely covered with sand. The Egyptian government, with the help of UNESCO, moved the temples in 1960 to prevent them from being flooded when the Aswan High Dam was built.

Later you will be transferred back to the airport of Aswan where you will catch your flight to Cairo. In Cairo, you will check in a five-star hotel for overnight.

Day 8: End of Your Vacation & Fly Back Home Safely

First, you will have breakfast at the hotel then you will check out, after that you will be transported to Cairo airport to fly back home safely.

Notice: Fell free to share your thoughts and ideas about adding, removing, or changing destinations and itineraries as it suits you best.

Includes / Excludes

Tour Includes

  • Transportation Service from and to Cairo International Airport.
  • Pick up services from your hotel & return.
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • 3 Nights accommodation in Cairo in a 5 stars hotel based on Bed and Breakfast.
  • 4 Nights accommodation on board of a 5 stars Nile cruise based on all-inclusive.
  • Flight tickets from Cairo to Luxor and from Aswan to Cairo.
  • Entrance fees for all Sightseeing mentioned.
  • Private Egyptologist guide.
  • Lunch meal at a local restaurant.
  • Mineral water on board the vehicle.
  • All taxes and service fees

Tour Excludes

  • Tipping (recommended)
  • Visa to enter Egypt (if required)
  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entry fees for the Pyramids (from inside), the Solar Boat, Seti I & Ramses VI Tombs in the Valley of the Kings, and the Royal Mummy Room in the Egyptian Museum & Tutankhamun chamber (Payable on Spot)
Price Policy

Payment

Your booking with us should be made as early as possible. This will give us a chance to secure your perfect spot. You will need to pay at least a 25% deposit to get your booking confirmed with us. This deposit is indeed a part of your total payment.

Children Policy

  • 0 to 5.99 years old – Free of charge sharing parents.
  • 06 to 11.99 years old – 50% of the adult price.
  • Over 12 years old – Regular adult price.

Cancellation Policy

  • The whole amount will be charged if canceled less than 30 days prior to the check-in date.
  • 50% of the whole amount will be charged if canceled 60 to 31 days prior to the check-in date.
  • 15% of the whole amount will be charged if canceled 90 to 61 days prior to the check-in date.
What to bring with you?
  • Sunscreen
  • Good walking shoes for trips
  • Camera to take wonderful photos
  • Your credit card
  • A dictionary to communicate on-site
  • A diving mask for exploring the depths of the sea
  • Clothing with long sleeves for visiting religious sites
  • Light clothing to withstand extreme heat
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Can I edit or add anything to this tour?

Yes, you can edit or add anything to the tour because all our tours are Private Tours so the customer has the right to edit or add anything that suits the trip in order to be his/her holiday is memorable.

What languages do you offer tours in?

Gate 2 Egypt speaks your language, so don’t worry we know the importance of language in communication so all our tours are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, Chinese and Japanese and if there is any language required we will do our best to provide it to you.

Which currency is most widely accepted on this tour?

We accept USD, EUR, GBP, and UAE Dirham currencies.

Do you arrange airport transfers?

Gate 2 Egypt offers airport transfers throughout Egypt. Please feel free to contact us if you would like a quick ride.

How many people are typically on your tours?

All of our private tours are only for people you book for. If you are alone, it will only be you and your guide. If you’re a couple, just the two of you are your guide. We think this is the best type of tour so it can be customized for you, so you can get the full attention of your guide throughout the duration of the tour.

Is tipping included in the tour?

No, tips are not included in the tour price and we give you the option to give some if you are satisfied with the service you received. It would be nice to give some that will make them feel happy and appreciated.

Are there discounts for groups?

Yes, we can offer a discount for groups, please inquire us at the time of booking.

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