Egypt: 8-Days Family Travel Package to Cairo, Luxor and Aswan with Flights

What to expect

Experience the magic of the Nile civilization aboard an unforgettable Nile Cruise surrounded by those you cherish. Enjoy daily guided excursions in Luxor & Aswan, followed by the option to soar above the ancient capital of Egypt in a hot air balloon in Luxor or embark on a journey to uncover the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel.

Each day promises a new adventure, from exploring the Pyramids and ancient Egyptian tombs to wandering through ancient temples and Egyptian museums, all with the expertise of a professional Egyptologist tour guide. Delve into the secrets and rich culture of ancient Egypt at every turn.

Overview

Arrival Days: Saturday, Sunday, Friday and Thursday 

1. Meet & assist in Cairo, Luxor & Aswan airports upon arrival with pick up to transfer to your hotel
2. 3x nights accommodation in 4-stars Cairo hotel based on daily breakfast
3. 4x nights accommodation in 5-stars Nile Cruise based on full board
4. Entrance fees for sightseeing of Cairo, Luxor, Aswan and Nile Cruise tours in the itinerary
5. Modern transportation for all transfers/ sightseeing
6. All transfer by A/C modern vehicle for the entire with qualified driver
7. Licensed Speaking guide during your trip
8. Assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions
9. All transfers to / from airports to hotels by private modern vehicle
10. More flexibility during sightseeing & stops
11. All taxes & service charges

Accommodation Options

In Cairo, you will be staying at Barcerlo Pyramids Hotel, Swiss In Pyramids Hotel, or similar hotel option

In Luxor, you will be in Sara, Semiramis II, Royal Beau Rivage or similar Nile Cruise. 

You will enjoy with comfortable and nice accommodation in the trip, our rooms will have a nice looking as well good services.

Kindly note that accommodation can be upgraded upon your request and budget

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

• Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be greeted by a professional Nile Cruiser representative who will be waiting for you (in the pre-immigration area) holding a welcome sign that includes your name.
• Where we will smoothly and comfortably assist you in obtaining an entry visa to Egypt, then you will be escorted through immigration procedures, passports, baggage claim.
• Then you will be transferred to your hotel in Cairo by a private A/C vehicle for check-in and relaxation in Cairo hotel & overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: Cairo Day Trip to Giza Pyramids and The Egyptian Museum

• Start your day with breakfast at your hotel, then meet your experienced tour guide to start the day trip in Cairo.
• Visit The Great Pyramids of Giza, the valley temple, and the Sphinx to explore how the pyramids were constructed in ancient Egypt and the builders of the Giza pyramids then proceed to visit the papyrus institute with lectures on ancient Egyptian life, and the paper industry in ancient Egypt.
• Lunch will be served at a local restaurant with delicious Egyptian dishes and tasty Egypt food at a local restaurant.
• Drive with visiting The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir square which was built in 1902, will be guided for tour where you will see the most important archaeological collections that were found in the tombs of the kings and the famous temples of ancient Egypt the museum now includes the largest archaeological collection in the world that expresses all stages of ancient Egyptian history.
• Then transfer to Cairo hotel for relaxation and rest, overnight in Cairo hotel.

Day 3: Fly to Luxor + Day Tour to East Bank

• Breakfast at Cairo hotel and check out to fly to Luxor to start Nile Cruise trip.
• Upon arrival at the Luxor airport, you will be greeted by our professional Nile Cruisers team and escorted by a licensed tour guide to begin sightseeing Luxor.
• During the first portion of a guided tour, guests will experience the East Bank of Luxor, including the complex of Karnak temples, the Hypostyle Hall, and Hatshepsut obelisk. Afterwards, guests will transfer for embarkation to the Nile Cruise vessel.
• Lunch will then be served on board with a delicious selection of vegetarian and international cuisine.
• Later, guests will have the afternoon to explore the city of Luxor at their leisure.
• In the evening, guests will embark on the second portion of their guided tour through the magnificent temple of Luxor during.
• After the tour, guests will then return to the Nile Cruise.
• Dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Luxor.

Day 4: Day Tours to West Bank, Tomb of Tutankhamun and set sail to Aswan

• We start the Day with a delicious breakfast on the Nile Cruise ship.
• (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional Hot Air Balloon ride. Note, this optional activity is an additional cost)
• The tour will then continue to the West Bank of Luxor and include visits to the majestic Valley of Kings and three royal tombs.
• During this once in a lifetime experience, guests will enter the tomb of King TUTANKHAMUN himself, seeing the mummy, the coffin, and his sarcophagus.
• Following that, we will visit the Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari and the two grand colossi of Memnon. 
• Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel for a delicious lunch.
• After lunch we set sail towards Aswan as guests enjoy afternoon tea and beautiful views along the Nile Valley. 
• Upon arrival in Esna along our journey, guests will experience our vessel crossing the lock to a higher level of water—providing the most stunning views of the Nile during your trip. 
• As the day comes to a close, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Edfu.

Day 5: Visit Kom Ombo Temple and sail the nile to Aswan

• We begin with a delicious breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel. 
• Guests will then enjoy sailing towards Kom Ombo, taking in the beautiful views of the Nile Valley. 
• Lunch will be served on board while sailing towards the day’s first stop, Kom Ombo. 
• Upon arrival in Kom Ombo, guests will embark on a 10-minute walk to visit the ancient Kom Ombo temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris, an extraordinary historical site that gives you a glimpse into the rich culture of ancient Egypt.
• Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel and continue sailing towards Aswan, enjoying afternoon tea on the sun deck. 
• Finally, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.

Day 6: Visit Aswan highlights and go for Felluca sailboat ride

• This Day begins with another delicious breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.  (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional tour of the Abu Simbel temple during this time. Note, this optional tour is an additional cost and comes with a breakfast box. The temple may also be visited on Day 5). 
• Guests will then embark on a tour of Aswan, including visits to the temple of Philae, Isis Island, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the quarry of granite. 
• Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel for lunch. 
• In the afternoon, guests will sail on a traditional Felucca boat around the Nile Valley, a transportation first used in the 16th century. (Sailing will be subject to weather conditions). 
• Finally, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.

Day 7: Fly back to Cairo + overnight stay in Cairo

• Guests will begin their final day with breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan. 
• They will then be assisted with disembarkation from the cruise. 
• At the appropriate time, guests will be transferred to either their airport to fly to Cairo.
• Upon arrive Cairo airport meet and assist to transfer to Cairo hotel with an overnight in your hotel.

Day 8: Departure from Cairo

• Breakfast on the hotel, assist to check out with luggage down.
• At the appropriate time transfer to Cairo airport to fly back home with sweet memories for Cairo trip.

*Please note that slight changes to the itinerary may occur due to circumstances beyond our control, particularly related to navigation and sailing on the Nile.*
-Timing for the Tours/ Trips will be advised daily with the guide due to the weather and traffic of Nile Cruises.

Additional Information

1. This trip is not wheelchair accessible
2. Upgrade to 5 stars hotel in Cairo is available with extra cost upon your request
   
3. This itinerary is flexible so we can amend any part of it upon your request
   
4. A child from 6 to 11 accompanied by one adult will be treated as an adult (full payment)
   
5. If you want to have your own room, then you need to book for a single person
   
6. If you are traveling in a group of 3 people, you will enjoy one triple room
   
7. If your traveling in a group and wanted to have your own room, then do a separate booking for a single person
   
8. We pick up all our guests from Cairo international airport or Cairo hotels
   
9. We drop off all our guests to Cairo international airport or Cairo hotels