8 Days / 7 Nights Cairo, Luxor & Dahabiya Nile Cruise – November 2026

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8 days / 7 nights
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Discover Egypt: Cairo’s Ancient Wonders & a Traditional Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Experience the best of Egypt on an eight-day journey combining the legendary Pyramids of Giza, the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, the magnificent temples of Luxor, and a relaxing traditional dahabiya cruise along the Nile. Discover the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple before sailing from Esna through beautiful Nile landscapes and historic archaeological sites, including El Kab, Edfu, Gebel el-Silsila, and Kom Ombo. Conclude your journey in Aswan, with the option to visit the enchanting Temple of Philae and the ancient granite quarries.

Day 1: Friday, 13 November – Arrival in Cairo

♦ Arrive at Cairo International Airport.

♦ Meet and assist service upon arrival.

♦ Transfer to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

♦ Check in and enjoy free time to relax after your journey.


Overnight: Cairo hotel

Day 2: Saturday, 14 November – Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

♦ Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

♦ Visit the Giza Plateau and admire the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure.

♦ Discover the iconic Great Sphinx.

♦ Explore the Valley Temple of King Khafre.

♦ Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) and discover its remarkable collection of ancient Egyptian treasures.

♦ Return to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Cairo hotel

Day 3: Sunday, 15 November – Flight to Luxor, East & West Bank

♦ Enjoy an early breakfast and transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.

♦ Meet your representative upon arrival and begin exploring ancient Thebes.

♦ Visit the Valley of the Kings and discover the royal tombs of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs.

♦ Explore the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari.

♦ Stop at the Colossi of Memnon.

♦ Continue to the East Bank to visit the impressive Luxor Temple.

♦ Transfer to your hotel in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Luxor hotel

Day 4: Monday, 16 November – Esna & Dahabiya Embarkation

♦ Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

♦ Transfer from Luxor to Esna to board your traditional Nile dahabiya in the afternoon.

♦ Begin your sailing experience along the Nile.

♦ Sail through the Esna Lock and continue towards a peaceful Nile island.

♦ Moor beside the island and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the river.

♦ Dinner and overnight on board.

Meals: Full board on the dahabiya
Overnight: Nile dahabiya

Day 5: Tuesday, 17 November – El Kab & Edfu Temple

♦ Enjoy breakfast on board while sailing along the Nile.

♦ Visit the ancient site of El Kab and explore its painted rock-cut tombs.

♦ Return to the dahabiya and continue sailing towards Edfu.

♦ Visit the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples.

♦ Explore its monumental entrance, courtyards, and impressive hieroglyphic inscriptions.

♦ Return to the dahabiya and enjoy dinner on board.

Meals: Full board
Overnight: Nile dahabiya

Day 6: Wednesday, 18 November – Gebel el-Silsila

♦ Enjoy breakfast on board.

♦ Sail towards Gebel el-Silsila, one of ancient Egypt’s important sandstone quarry sites.

♦ Explore the ancient quarries and discover how sandstone was extracted for temples and monuments throughout Egypt.

♦ Return to the dahabiya and enjoy a leisurely afternoon sailing along the Nile.

♦ Relax on board and admire the surrounding river scenery.

♦ Dinner and overnight on board.

Meals: Full board
Overnight: Nile dahabiya

Day 7: Thursday, 19 November – Kom Ombo & Daraw Camel Market

♦ Enjoy breakfast on board as the dahabiya sails towards Kom Ombo.

♦ Visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, a form of Horus.

♦ Continue to Daraw to experience its traditional camel market, subject to local market activity and timing.

♦ Return to the dahabiya and continue sailing towards Aswan according to the cruise schedule.

♦ Enjoy your final evening on board.

Meals: Full board
Overnight: Nile dahabiya.

Day 8: Friday, 20 November – Aswan & Departure

♦ Enjoy breakfast on board.

♦ Disembark in Aswan after breakfast.

♦ Optional visit to the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis.

♦ Visit the ancient granite quarries and the Unfinished Obelisk, depending on your departure time.

♦ Transfer to Aswan Airport or your onward destination.

Meals: Breakfast
End of our Tour package in Aswan

Inclusions

♦ Meet and assist service upon arrival at Cairo International Airport.

♦ Airport, hotel, and sightseeing transfers as specified in the itinerary.

♦ Domestic flight from Cairo to Luxor.

♦ Two nights in a Cairo hotel with breakfast.

♦ One night in a Luxor hotel with breakfast.

♦ Four nights aboard a traditional Nile dahabiya on a full-board basis.

♦ Private air-conditioned transportation during scheduled tours and transfers.

♦ Qualified English-speaking Egyptologist guide during sightseeing tours.

♦ Entrance fees to the archaeological sites specified in the final confirmed itinerary.

Exclusions

♦ International airfare to and from Egypt.

♦ Egyptian entry visa fees.

♦ Travel and medical insurance.

♦ Optional visits not specified in the confirmed itinerary.

♦ Meals and drinks not mentioned under inclusions.

♦ Tips, gratuities, and personal expenses.

♦ Entrance fees to special tombs or restricted areas requiring separate tickets, unless explicitly included.

♦ Any services not expressly mentioned under inclusions.

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