9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise
Cairo • Aswan • Nile Cruise • Luxor
First, discover Cairo’s pyramids, museums and historic quarters. Next, fly to Aswan and begin a 5-star Nile cruise. Finally, explore Luxor before returning to Cairo.
Local experts since 2007 • Private guided sightseeing • 5-star Nile cruise
8 NightsComplete Egypt
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9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise: Cairo, Aswan & Luxor
Moreover, this 9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise combines Cairo, Aswan, a 5-star Nile cruise and Luxor in one carefully arranged journey. First, explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum and Khan El Khalili. Next, discover Saqqara, Memphis, the Citadel and Coptic Cairo. Afterwards, fly south to Aswan, where you visit Philae Temple and the High Dam before sailing toward Luxor. Finally, explore Karnak, Luxor Temple and the royal West Bank. Therefore, this package is ideal for travelers who want Egypt’s major historical highlights with private tours, domestic flights and a classic Nile cruise.
Available guide languages: English, Spanish, German and French.
9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise – Cairo
First, explore the Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, Saqqara, Memphis, Saladin Citadel and Coptic Cairo.
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Aswan & Philae
Next, visit the High Dam and Philae Temple. Afterwards, enjoy the Nile before beginning your cruise.
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Aswan to Luxor Cruise
Then, sail through Kom Ombo and Edfu with full-board meals and guided temple visits included.
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Luxor East & West Banks
Finally, visit Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple.
Explore Luxor →9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise Itinerary
First, spend four nights in Cairo across the beginning and end of the journey. Next, stay one night in Aswan before boarding a three-night Nile cruise. Afterwards, sail north through Kom Ombo and Edfu to Luxor. Finally, fly back to Cairo. However, cruise navigation and domestic flight schedules may require minor operational adjustments while keeping the listed visits included.
9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise – Cairo Highlights
First, begin with Cairo’s major monuments. Afterwards, explore Saqqara, Memphis, Islamic Cairo and Coptic Cairo before flying south.
DAY 01Arrival in Cairo
Airport assistance • Private transfer • Hotel check-in+
First, arrive at Cairo International Airport. Our representative will meet and assist you with the arrival procedures.
Next, transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your Cairo hotel. Afterwards, check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Finally, settle in for your first night in Egypt.
DAY 02Cairo Highlights – Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum
Egyptian Museum • Giza Pyramids • Sphinx • Khan El Khalili+
First, visit the Egyptian Museum and explore its outstanding collection of ancient Egyptian objects. Next, continue to the Giza Pyramids, including the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure.
Afterwards, see the Great Sphinx and the Giza Plateau. Then, continue to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can browse traditional shops and local crafts. Finally, return to your Cairo hotel.
DAY 03Memphis & Saqqara
Step Pyramid • Saqqara Necropolis • Memphis • Ramses II+
First, travel to Saqqara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis. There, explore the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the surrounding archaeological complex.
Next, continue to Memphis, Egypt’s ancient capital. Afterwards, see the colossal statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx. Finally, return to Cairo after lunch.
DAY 04Citadel & Coptic Cairo – Fly to Aswan
Saladin Citadel • Mohamed Ali Mosque • Coptic Cairo • Domestic flight+
First, visit the Citadel of Saladin and the impressive Mohamed Ali Mosque. Next, continue to Coptic Cairo and visit the Hanging Church, St. Sergius Church, St. Barbara Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Afterwards, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Finally, meet our local representative and transfer to your Aswan hotel for the night.
Egypt Nile Cruise Tour – Aswan to Luxor
Next, discover Aswan’s best-known landmarks. Then, board your 5-star Nile cruise and sail toward Luxor through Kom Ombo and Edfu.
DAY 05Aswan Sightseeing & Nile Cruise Embarkation
High Dam • Philae Temple • Felucca • Cruise check-in+
First, visit the Aswan High Dam. Next, take a motorboat to Philae Temple, the beautiful island sanctuary dedicated to Isis.
Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing felucca ride on the Nile. Then, transfer to your selected 5-star Nile cruise for embarkation. Finally, enjoy lunch and dinner on board while settling into your cabin.
DAY 06Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
Kom Ombo • Edfu • Esna Lock • Galabeya Party+
First, sail to Kom Ombo and explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Next, return to the ship and continue toward Edfu.
After lunch, visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Afterwards, continue sailing toward Luxor via Esna Lock. Meanwhile, enjoy afternoon tea on board. Finally, join the evening galabeya party and enjoy dinner.
DAY 07Luxor East Bank
Karnak Temple • Luxor Temple • Cruise entertainment+
First, enjoy breakfast and some free time on board. Afterwards, meet your Egyptologist guide and visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex.
Next, continue to Luxor Temple, one of the city’s most important ancient monuments. Finally, return to the cruise for dinner and evening entertainment.
Egypt Nile Cruise Package – Luxor & Cairo
Finally, explore Luxor’s royal West Bank. Afterwards, fly back to Cairo for your last hotel night and final departure.
DAY 08Luxor West Bank – Fly to Cairo
Valley of the Kings • Hatshepsut Temple • Colossi of Memnon • Flight+
First, disembark after breakfast and travel to the Valley of the Kings. Next, visit Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari and stop at the Colossi of Memnon.
Afterwards, transfer to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo. Finally, meet our representative on arrival and transfer privately to your hotel.
DAY 09Final Departure
Breakfast • Hotel check-out • Airport transfer+
First, enjoy breakfast at your Cairo hotel. Next, check out according to your international flight schedule.
Finally, our team will transfer you privately to Cairo International Airport. Therefore, your 9-day Egypt journey concludes after Cairo, Aswan and Luxor.
Request Your 9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise Quote
First, tell us your travel date, group size and preferred guide language. Then, we will check hotel, cruise and domestic-flight availability and send your personalized proposal.
What’s Included in This 9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise?
First, review the services included in your 9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise. In addition, the exclusions are listed clearly so you can plan the journey with confidence.
What’s Included?
- 4 nights hotel accommodation in Cairo on bed-and-breakfast basis
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Aswan
- 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor on full-board basis, with listed sightseeing included
- All listed transfers in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor
- Private air-conditioned vehicles for tours and excursions
- Meet and assist service at all listed destinations
- Professional Egyptologist tour guide during guided sightseeing
- Entrance fees for visits mentioned in the itinerary
- All taxes and service charges
- Domestic airfare: Cairo → Aswan
- Domestic airfare: Luxor → Cairo
What’s Excluded?
- Egypt entry visa
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
- Any item not specifically mentioned as included
- Optional tours and activities
Why Choose This 9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise?
Overall, this itinerary combines Cairo’s greatest landmarks with Aswan, a 5-star Nile cruise and Luxor. Moreover, private guided sightseeing and domestic flights reduce unnecessary travel time. In addition, the cruise adds three relaxing nights between major archaeological sites. Therefore, the journey offers a balanced mix of history, comfort and Nile scenery.
Best of Cairo
First, discover Giza, the Egyptian Museum, Saqqara, Memphis, the Citadel and Coptic Cairo.
5-Star Nile Cruise
Next, enjoy three nights sailing from Aswan to Luxor with full-board meals and sightseeing.
Private Tour Guide
Moreover, a professional Egyptologist guide accompanies the guided historical visits.
Private Tours & Transfers
In addition, travel comfortably by private air-conditioned vehicle during your land arrangements.
Domestic Flights Included
Therefore, Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo flights are included in the package.
Four Guide Languages
Finally, guide service is available in English, Spanish, German and French, subject to availability.
9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise Price
Overall, the price is quoted per person in USD for the itinerary and services shown on this page. In addition, a single supplement applies when one traveler occupies a room alone.
Double / Triple Occupancy
$1,450 per personMoreover, the price includes accommodation, the 5-star Nile cruise, guided sightseeing, domestic flights, listed entrance fees, transfers and selected meals. However, a single supplement applies.
Get My Free QuoteChildren Policy
- First, children from 0 to 5 years: $250, covering airfare only
- Meanwhile, children from 6 to 11 years: 50% of the adult rate when sharing the parents’ room
- Finally, child rates are based on sharing with two full-paying adults
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View the cruise →9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise FAQ
Moreover, below you can find useful answers about hotels, the Nile cruise, private tours, domestic flights and guide languages.
Planning Your Egypt Tour
Is this 9 Day Egypt Nile Cruise private?+
Yes. Specifically, the guided sightseeing and land transfers are arranged privately. However, the Nile cruise itself operates as a shared cruise vessel while your guided sightseeing is arranged for your booking.
Which domestic flights are included?+
First, the package includes Cairo to Aswan. In addition, it includes Luxor to Cairo, subject to airline availability and final schedule confirmation.
What guide languages are available?+
English, Spanish, German and French guides are available. However, final confirmation depends on guide availability for your travel dates.
Hotels, Cruise & Meals
How many hotel and cruise nights are included?+
Overall, the package includes four Cairo hotel nights, one Aswan hotel night and three nights aboard the Nile cruise.
Which meals are included?+
Breakfast is included at the Cairo hotels. Meanwhile, the itinerary includes breakfast and lunch on selected Cairo sightseeing days. In addition, the Nile cruise is full board, and the Aswan hotel meal plan follows the confirmed booking.
Can the itinerary order change?+
Yes. For example, flight times or cruise navigation may require minor timing changes. Nevertheless, the listed sightseeing remains part of the planned package unless otherwise agreed.
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