9 Days Egypt and Nubia Tour

Duration

9 Days / 8 Nights

Tour Type

Private Tour

Tour Runs

Everyday

Min Price

Offer

Overview

Embark on a 9-day exploration through Egypt and Nubia, uncovering the magnificent legacy of ancient civilizations. This journey includes visits to the Great Pyramids, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Luxor’s temples, the Aswan landmarks, Abu Simbel, and a vibrant Nubian Village. Enjoy a captivating mix of history and culture, combining iconic monuments with authentic encounters along the Nile.

Included

Meet and assist by our representatives at the airports with a nominative sign at the passport control area
Assistance of our guest relations during your stay
Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo including daily breakfast
Accommodation for 4 nights on a 5 star Nile cruise on full board
Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary in good quality restaurants
Private English/Portuguese/German/Spanish speaking tour guide
Domestic flights (Cairo - Luxor) (Aswan - Cairo)
All sightseeing tours are private guided tours
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in your itinerary
Bottled water during the tours
All transfers by a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
All service charges and taxes

Excluded

International flights and visa
Tipping
Any optional tours
Personal Spending

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Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
- Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, a representative will welcome you and assist with all formalities. You will then be transferred in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is yours to relax and enjoy at leisure.
- Meals: None
- Overnight: Cairo
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Day 2: Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum
- After breakfast at the hotel, start your day with a visit to the famous Giza Plateau. Marvel at the grand Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, followed by the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the Egyptian Museum, which houses thousands of ancient artifacts showcasing Egypt's remarkable history.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Overnight: Cairo
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Day 3: Fly to Luxor & Explore the East Bank
- Early in the morning, you will be transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin exploring Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the impressive Karnak Temple complex and then continue to Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. After lunch at a local restaurant, board your luxurious Nile cruise where you will have dinner and spend the night.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight: Luxor (onboard Nile cruise)
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Day 4: Discover the West Bank of Luxor
- After breakfast on board, explore the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of ancient pharaohs, followed by the Temple of Hatshepsut, a fascinating architectural masterpiece. Your tour ends at the towering Colossi of Memnon. Return to the cruise for lunch and sail south toward Edfu while enjoying dinner and onboard entertainment.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight: Onboard Nile cruise
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Day 5: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
- After breakfast, take a horse-drawn carriage to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo and explore the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. After your temple visits, sail onward to Aswan while enjoying your meals on board.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight: Onboard Nile cruise
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Day 6: Philae Temple, Kalabsha, Nubian Museum & Nubian Village
- Begin your day after breakfast with a visit to the stunning Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully situated on Agilika Island. Continue to Kalabsha Temple, an impressive Nubian monument relocated following the construction of the High Dam. In the afternoon, explore the Nubian Museum, which offers a rich insight into the heritage and traditions of Nubia through artifacts and exhibits. End your day with a guided visit to the colorful Nubian Village, where you’ll experience local culture, crafts, and hospitality.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Overnight: Onboard Nile cruise (Aswan)
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Day 7: Abu Simbel & Return to Cairo
- Disembark your cruise early and travel to Abu Simbel to visit the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Nefertari. These colossal monuments, carved into the mountainside, are masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture. After your visit, transfer to Aswan Airport and fly back to Cairo for your overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Overnight: Cairo
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Day 8: Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

After breakfast, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza Plateau. This world-class museum exhibits a vast collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and treasures in a state-of-the-art setting. Once the visit concludes, return to your hotel for an afternoon at leisure. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Overnight: Cairo
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Day 9: Final Departure

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your memorable Egypt and Nubia Tour.

Meals: Breakfast Overnight: None