Schedule: Daily
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Tour Highlights
Arrive in Cairo with a VIP airport welcome and private transfer to your luxury hotel. On Day 2, tour the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and the monumental Giza Pyramids, complete with an authentic camel ride and the evening Sound and Light Show. On Day 3, take a domestic flight south to Aswan to explore the High Dam and Philae Temple before boarding a 5-star deluxe Nile cruise. Sail past Kom Ombo and Edfu toward Luxor to uncover the Valley of the Kings and the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. On Day 6, fly back north and transfer to Mediterranean Alexandria to explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Qaitbay Citadel, and royal coastal gardens. Return to Cairo on Day 7 for leisure time before your final airport departure on Day 8.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met inside the terminal by our Ramasside Tours representative holding a personalized sign. Our team will assist you with entry visa procedures (entry visa included for most nationalities) and provide a private transfer in an executive, air-conditioned vehicle to your luxury hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 2: The Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum – Camel Ride & Sound and Light Show
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your exploration at the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Tahrir Square, home to a world-renowned collection spanning over 5,000 years of civilization, featuring the glittering golden treasures, jewelry, and burial artifacts of King Tutankhamun.
Next, proceed to the Giza Plateau to behold the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Stand before the Great Sphinx and visit the Valley Temple of Khafre. Enjoy an authentic camel ride across the desert sands, taking in sweeping panoramic vistas of the ancient necropolis.
In the evening, attend the legendary Sound and Light Show across the illuminated pyramids, where the history of ancient Egypt is dramatically brought to life under the stars. Return to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 3: Cairo to Aswan – Nile Cruise Embarkation & Kom Ombo
Breakfast at the hotel. Early morning transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, visit the Aswan High Dam and take a scenic boat transfer across the Nile to the sacred island Temple of Isis at Philae.
Transfer to embark on your boutique luxury Nile cruise ship. Enjoy lunch served on board as the vessel sets sail toward Kom Ombo. Afternoon tea is served on the sun deck before exploring the unique symmetrical double Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated jointly to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the winged falcon god. Continue sailing toward Edfu. Dinner and an evening disco party on board. Overnight on board.
Day 4: Edfu Temple to Luxor – Galabeya Party
Breakfast on board. Take a horse-drawn carriage to explore the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the most intact and complete pharaonic cult temple in Egypt.
Return to the vessel and cruise through the Esna river locks toward Luxor. Enjoy afternoon tea on the sun deck with scenic views of traditional Nile riverbanks. In the evening, savor a gourmet dinner followed by a festive, traditional Egyptian Galabeya party on board. Overnight in Luxor.
Day 5: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple
Breakfast on board. Cross over to Luxor’s West Bank to explore the Theban Necropolis. Discover the royal rock-cut burial chambers in the Valley of the Kings, followed by the terraced Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari.
On the return drive, stop before the towering Colossi of Memnon, two massive quartzite statues representing Amenhotep III facing the Nile. Return to the cruise ship for lunch. Spend the afternoon at your leisure relaxing on deck with afternoon tea. Overnight in Luxor.
Day 6: Luxor to Alexandria via Cairo
Breakfast on board followed by disembarkation. Transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon landing, transfer privately via air-conditioned vehicle along the desert highway to Alexandria.
Begin your coastal sightseeing with a visit to the world-renowned Bibliotheca Alexandrina, home to 8 million volumes, touring its open courtyard and museum exhibits. (Note: The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is closed on public holidays).
Visit the site of the ancient Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, now occupied by the 15th-century Citadel of Qaitbay. Explore the royal gardens of Montaza Palace, once belonging to King Farouk, viewing the historic Haramlek and Salamlek palaces and the royal beach. Visit the landmark Mosque of Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi and the monument of Alexander the Great.
Enjoy an included lunch at a quality restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Visit the Church of Saint Mark, the oldest church foundation in Africa. Drive along the scenic 30 km Corniche, pass the old harbor where 7,000 submerged antiquities were uncovered, pause at Stanley Bridge, and stroll through the historic quarter founded by Alexander the Great. Overnight in Alexandria.
Day 7: Alexandria to Cairo – Day at Leisure
Breakfast at your hotel. Private air-conditioned transfer back to Cairo. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure to relax or explore the city independently. Overnight in Cairo.
Day 8: Cairo – Final Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. Your Ramasside Tours representative will provide a private transfer to Cairo International Airport and assist you through departure procedures for your onward flight.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Complimentary local Egypt SIM card
- 3 Nights accommodation at a luxury 5-star hotel in Cairo (Bed & Breakfast)
- 3 Nights aboard a luxury 5-star Nile Cruise between Aswan and Luxor (Full Board with guided excursions)
- 1 Night accommodation at a luxury 5-star hotel in Alexandria (Bed & Breakfast)
- Full-day Cairo Tour (Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel Ride & Sound and Light Show)
- Full-day Alexandria Tour (including seaside lunch)
- Domestic flight tickets: Cairo / Aswan & Luxor / Cairo
- Overland private transfers: Cairo / Alexandria / Cairo
- All transfers in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, and Aswan in modern air-conditioned vehicles
- Professional licensed English-speaking Egyptologist tour guide
- Entrance tickets to all mentioned archaeological monuments
- Airport meet-and-assist services across all destinations
- All service charges and local taxes
Exclusions
- International flight tickets
Accommodation Plans & Luxury Fleets
Luxury Cairo Hotels:
- Four Seasons Hotel Cairo (at The First Residence / at Nile Plaza)
- Marriott Mena House (Pyramid View)
- Kempinski Nile Hotel Deluxe
- Fairmont Nile City Premium
- Hyatt Regency Cairo West
Luxury Nile Cruise Fleet:
- Sanctuary Sun Boat III / Sanctuary Sun Boat IV
- The Oberoi Zahra / The Oberoi Philae
- Mövenpick Royal Lily / Mövenpick Royal Lotus
- Sonesta Sun Goddess / Sonesta Moon Goddess
- Le Fayan / MS Farah / MS Acamar
Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes
Executive Luxury Minivan Upgrade
Upgrade to an executive luxury minivan for superior travel comfort across all road transfers. Enjoy extended legroom, dual-zone climate control, complimentary bottled refreshments, and generous luggage capacity.
Professional Studio Photographer
Hire a professional photographer to accompany your excursion. Capture high-resolution portraits and candid travel memories across the Pyramids and ancient temples for $50 per day.
Hotel Standards in Egypt
Egyptian hotel classifications differ from European and American rating systems. We exclusively feature verified 5-Star Luxury and Ultra Luxury properties to ensure the highest international standards throughout your stay.
Visa Assistance
Save time and bypass terminal lines upon arrival. Our airport team arranges pre-processed entry visas for eligible passport holders or travelers carrying valid US, UK, or Schengen visas. Simply send a passport copy prior to arrival.
Domestic Flights Included
All long-distance travel between Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor is arranged via scheduled domestic flights, eliminating tedious 15-to-18-hour train rides. Upgrades to Business Class on domestic sectors are available for $50 per person.
VIP Tour with Dr. Zahi Hawass
Request an exclusive private tour inside the Great Pyramid and stand between the paws of the Great Sphinx accompanied by world-renowned archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass. Contact us for private VIP availability.
Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)
Comprehensive travel insurance through AIG Travel Guard is available at $25 per person for one week or $50 per person for tours exceeding seven days.
Child Policy
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (excluding domestic airline ticket charges where applicable)
- 2 – 5.99 years: 25% of adult tour rate (50% if domestic flights are included)
- 6 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour rate
- 12+ years: Full adult rate
For reservations and custom inquiries, contact us at: [email protected]
