Tour Overview
14-Day Egypt Tour with Nile River Cruise: Pyramids, Temples & Kings Valley is planned as a 14 Days / 13 Nights journey linking Cairo, Aswan, Nubian Village, Nile Cruise 3 Nights, Luxor - Kings Valley. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.
Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Cairo, Giza, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Aswan, Nile, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Karnak, Valley of the Kings. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.
Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, private transfers, domestic flights, ferry connections, a Nile cruise component. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Cairo
Welcome to Egypt. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be greeted and assisted through visa and arrival procedures before transferring to your hotel near the pyramids.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Cairo before settling into your hotel. In the evening, experience a traditional welcome dinner introducing authentic Egyptian cuisine.
Saqqara & Step Pyramid Tour
Begin your journey into ancient history at Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s earliest stone structure.
Enjoy a cultural lunch experience and explore the foundations of ancient Egyptian architecture.
Giza Pyramids
Explore the iconic Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World.
Optional camel rides across the desert provide unforgettable views of the pyramids. Continue to the majestic Great Sphinx before enjoying lunch with panoramic views.
Later, discover ancient writing traditions at a traditional papyrus institute.
The Grand Egyptian Museum Tour / Flight to Aswan
Visit the world-famous Grand Egyptian Museum, showcasing priceless artifacts including treasures of King Tutankhamun.
Later, fly south to Aswan, marking the beginning of your Nile journey.
Philae Temple and Nubian Village
Enjoy a peaceful boat ride to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and located on Agilkia Island.
In the evening, visit a traditional Nubian Village, experiencing local culture, music, and cuisine.
Abu Simbel Tour - Nile Cruise Day 1
Take an early journey to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, carved into rock by Ramses II and relocated in a UNESCO engineering project.
Return to Aswan and board your luxury Nile River Cruise, your floating hotel for the next days.
Nile Cruise Day 2
Sail along the Nile and visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
Enjoy afternoon tea on deck and experience the famous Galabeya party onboard.
Nile Cruise Day 3
Spend a full day onboard your Nile River Cruise, enjoying the scenic landscapes of rural Egypt.
Relax on the sun deck or enjoy onboard facilities.
Disembark Nile Cruise / Karnak and Luxor Temple
Optional Hot Air Balloon, float high above the Nile & Valley of the Kings.
Disembark in Luxor and explore the massive Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious sites ever built.
Continue to the elegant Luxor Temple and enjoy free time in the evening along the Nile.
Valley of the Kings & Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Tour
Discover the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to richly decorated royal tombs.
Continue to the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and visit traditional alabaster workshops.
Free Day in Luxor
Enjoy a free day in Luxor with optional tours available including hot air balloon rides or additional temple visits.
Flight to Cairo
Fly back to Cairo and relax at your hotel near the pyramids.
Cairo City Tour
Explore Old Cairo, including the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, and the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Continue to the Citadel of Salah El Din and the Mohamed Ali Mosque, followed by shopping at Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Enjoy a farewell dinner in the evening.
Departure
After breakfast overlooking the pyramids, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
What's Included
Included
- ✈️ Airport Meet & Greet & Private Transfers Meet & greet service at Cairo Airport and private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle throughout the itinerary.
- 🏨 Accommodation 10 nights at carefully selected 5-star hotels on a bed and breakfast basis.
- ⛴️ 5-Star Nile River Cruise 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor on a full-board basis, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 🏛️ Guided Sightseeing Tours All sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan as specified in the itinerary.
- ✈️ Domestic Flights Return domestic flights within Egypt: Cairo → Aswan and Luxor → Cairo.
- 🎟️ Entrance Fees Entrance fees to all sightseeing sites specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- 🤝 Professional Travel Support Carefully coordinated travel arrangements throughout the itinerary, including accommodation, Nile cruise, domestic flights, transfers, and sightseeing services.
Not Included
- ✈️ International Airfare & Travel Insurance International flights to and from Egypt and travel insurance are not included.
- 🛂 Egypt Entry Visa Entry visa into Egypt, currently USD 25 per person.
- 🏛️ Pyramid Interior Entrance Entry to the interior of the Pyramids is not included.
- 🎟️ Optional Tours & Entrance Tickets Optional tours, activities, and entrance tickets to sites not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- 🎈 Hot Air Balloon Ride over the West Bank of Luxor.
- 🍽️ Meals & Beverages Meals and drinks not specifically mentioned under Included.
- 🧳 Personal Expenses incurred during the tour. 💰 Tips & Gratuities Tips for guides, drivers, cruise staff, and other services.