9-Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Alexandria & Nile Cruise by Flight

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative and assisted with immigration and luggage formalities. You will then be transferred in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel for check-in. Take the rest of the day to relax and settle in, or enjoy an optional evening stroll along Cairo’s vibrant streets. Overnight in Cairo.

After breakfast, embark on an unforgettable journey to the Giza Plateau, home to the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza. Marvel at the engineering genius of the pyramid of Khufu, and visit the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure. See the Great Sphinx, guarding these ancient monuments for millennia, and explore the nearby Valley Temple.

In the afternoon, visit the Egyptian Museum, which houses over 120,000 treasures, including the magnificent artifacts of Tutankhamun. Learn the fascinating stories of pharaohs, mummies, and ancient Egyptian civilization from your expert Egyptologist guide. In the evening, you may opt to explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest markets in the Middle East. Overnight in Cairo.

Today, travel north to Alexandria, Egypt’s Mediterranean gem. Explore the ancient Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, a remarkable blend of Pharaonic and Roman architecture. Visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a tribute to the legendary Library of Alexandria. Continue to Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress located on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. Enjoy scenic views along the Corniche before returning to Cairo for overnight stay.

After breakfast, fly to Luxor and transfer to your luxury Nile Cruise. Begin your exploration with the East Bank, visiting the grand Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built, and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple. Learn the stories of pharaohs and ancient Egyptian rituals from your guide. Lunch and dinner are served on board while enjoying the scenic views of the Nile. Overnight on the cruise.

Start your day with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of ancient pharaohs, where several tombs are open to visitors. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece carved into cliffs, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded the mortuary temple. Sail downstream toward Edfu, enjoying lunch on board and the peaceful Nile scenery. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Today, visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god. Explore its majestic halls and reliefs that depict ancient rituals. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo Temple, a unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Enjoy breathtaking Nile views while cruising to Aswan. Overnight on the cruise.

Arrive in Aswan and explore the High Dam, an engineering marvel that reshaped the Nile. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk, showcasing ancient stone-cutting techniques. Conclude your Aswan tour with the beautiful Philae Temple, located on an island and dedicated to the goddess Isis. Overnight on the cruise.

After breakfast, disembark the cruise and transfer to Aswan Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight in Cairo.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your 9-day Egyptian journey, filled with unforgettable memories of ancient wonders, scenic Nile views, and Mediterranean charm.