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Overview
Dahabiya Cruise Luxury Tour for 12 days Egypt tours. You will visit Cairo and Giza sightseeing and top attractions, Luxor and Aswan excursions, and more during Egypt travel packages. You can also enjoy our other Egypt luxury tours.
Tour Info
- Duration: 12 days , 11 nights
- Departure time and location: Based on the agreement with the traveler
- Return time and location: Based on the agreement with the traveler
- Package category: Luxury Tours
Tour Highlights
- Egyptian Museum
- Khan El Khalili
- Giza Pyramids
- Sakkara & Memphis
- Karnak temple
- Luxor Temple
- The Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- The Colossi of Memnon
- Edfu Temple
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Philae Temple
- Abu Simbel
- Tombs & Temples
What to Expect
- Egyptian Museum ➤ Explore thousands of years of history and admire the treasures of the Pharaohs.
- Khan El Khalili ➤ Wander through Cairo’s famous bazaar and experience its vibrant atmosphere.
- Giza Pyramids ➤ Visit the iconic pyramids and uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt.
- Sakkara & Memphis ➤ Discover the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the ruins of Egypt’s first capital.
- Karnak Temple ➤ Walk through one of the largest temple complexes of ancient Egypt with towering columns.
- Luxor Temple ➤ Stroll among majestic colonnades and feel the ceremonial heart of Thebes.
- The Valley of the Kings ➤ Explore royal tombs and learn about the burial rituals of pharaohs.
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut ➤ Admire the mortuary temple carved into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari.
- The Colossi of Memnon ➤ See the giant statues that have stood guard for thousands of years.
- Edfu Temple ➤ Visit the well-preserved temple dedicated to Horus, rich in history and mythology.
- Kom Ombo Temple ➤ Discover the rare double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
- Philae Temple ➤ Enjoy the beautiful island temple devoted to the goddess Isis.
- Abu Simbel ➤ Be amazed by the monumental rock temples of Ramses II.
- Tombs & Temples ➤ Explore a variety of ancient burial sites and majestic temples across Egypt.
Itinerary
The representative of our company will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport, then handle all your procedures through passport control, luggage area, and customs formalities with ease. Then transfer to your Cairo hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Enjoy an interesting visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. You will be captivated by the most famous and largest art collection in the world. The treasures found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb are the top attractions among the exhibits. Your private live guide will explain the highlights and give you some free time to explore more of the museum and visit the royal mummy. Then, visit the Mosque of Sultan Hassan, built in 1356. Finally, enjoy a visit to Khan El Khalili, the biggest and oldest market in Cairo. Feel the welcoming warmth of the locals while sitting with your guide and having a drink at the oldest coffee shop in Cairo: El Fishawy (1710). Although the market was once the best place for shopping and buying authentic Egyptian souvenirs, nowadays they are rare, but your guide will advise you on what to do there. Ask your guide about bargaining tips for an interesting experience.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo houses the largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun, making it one of Egypt’s most important historical museums.
Khan El Khalili
Khan El Khalili in Cairo is a famous historic bazaar, one of the top tourist destinations for shopping and buying souvenirs.
Today you will visit the Giza Pyramids. The visit is a dream for many people, and Egypt Tours Gate will make your dream come true. Listen to your guide as they talk about the Egyptian Pharaohs, gods, goddesses, mythology, and mummification. You will have full time to enjoy activities such as entering the pyramid chambers, visiting the Sun Boat Museum, or riding a camel. Follow your guide’s steps to visit the Sphinx and the Valley Temple.
The great experience continues to Saqqara. At this famous archaeological site, you will explore the complex of the oldest of all pyramids—the Step Pyramid, which is 4,800 years old. Your guide will accompany you inside one of the tombs dedicated to the nobles.
After lunch at a local restaurant, drive to Memphis. Enjoy exploring the ruins of the city in the open-air museum where the second largest Sphinx is displayed. Stare in awe at the colossal statue of Ramses II, showcasing how sculpture reached perfection around 1200 B.C.
Your guide will surely explain the history of each artifact on display. At the end of this impressive experience, you will be dropped back at your hotel.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Giza Pyramids
The Pyramids of Giza in Cairo are ancient wonders, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, and are symbols of ancient Egyptian civilization.
Saqqara & Memphis
Saqqara and Memphis are among the oldest archaeological sites in Egypt, featuring important tombs and temples, including the Step Pyramid of Djoser.
After having your breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. Check in to your Dahabiya cruise as part of Egypt Nile Cruise tours, then visit the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Karnak is not just a temple; it is a complex of temples. The walls, columns, pylons, and murals reflect the glorious history of the Pharaohs. With your private guide, you will receive full information about this magnificent place of worship dedicated to the cult of Ra.
Luxor Temple was once connected to Karnak through the Avenue of Ram-headed Sphinxes. Later in the afternoon, visit Luxor Museum.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Karnak Temple
Karnak Temple in Luxor is a vast complex dedicated to Amun-Ra, famous for its massive columns and impressive reliefs.
Luxor Temple
Luxor Temple, located on Luxor’s east bank, is dedicated to Amun-Ra and is notable for its magnificent architecture and colossal statues.
Before sailing to Esna, you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Start with the Valley of the Kings; your guide will explain the most important stories of the site and recommend the best tombs to visit. Next, explore the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut during Luxor day tours. Your guide will explain the history of the temple before giving you free time to explore it yourself and take pictures of the highlights. Finally, stop at the Colossi of Memnon.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
The Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings, on Luxor’s west bank, contains the tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs, including Tutankhamun’s tomb, and is one of Egypt’s most important archaeological sites.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, located on Luxor’s west bank, is dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut and is famous for its unique terraced design and beautiful reliefs.
The Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon, located on Luxor’s west bank, represent Pharaoh Amenhotep III and are among the most famous monuments in the area.
The Temple of Khnum, located in Esna, is dedicated to the god Khnum and is famous for its beautiful reliefs and decorations.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Edfu Temple
Edfu Temple is dedicated to the god Horus and is famous for its excellent preservation and beautiful reliefs.
Continue sailing during Aswan day tours; visit the temple at Kom Ombo. The Greeks dedicated the temple to both Horus (the falcon) and Sobek (the crocodile) in Kom Ombo.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Kom Ombo Temple
Kom Ombo Temple is dedicated to the gods Horus and Sobek, famous for its unique dual design and remarkable reliefs.
Go for a tour of the highlights of Aswan. Your first stop will be at the temple of Philae. Philae temple is a picturesque landmark in Aswan. The temple that was dedicated to goddess Isis, is reached through a short motorboat ride. Then, visit the High dam in Aswan. The dam built between 1960- 1970. It provided the country with water storage for farming and development. Later, you will visit the unfinished obelisk and granite quarry.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Philae Temple
Philae Temple in Aswan is dedicated to the goddess Isis, located on a beautiful island accessible by boat, famous for its stunning reliefs.
High Dam
The High Dam in Aswan is one of the greatest engineering projects of the 20th century, built between 1960 and 1970 to protect Egypt from floods and provide water and electricity.
Fly to Abu Simbel to visit the two temples of Ramses II. The village known as Abu Simbel in Aswan houses the two massive rock temples of Ramses II. Explore the large temple of Ramses II dedicated to Ra-Horakhty, and the smaller temple of his wife Nefertari dedicated to Hathor. Enjoy the visit with your Egyptologist guide who will explain the history and relocation of the temples. Experience the history of both temples and the stories on the wall reliefs with your private tour guide.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel Temple in southern Aswan was built by King Ramses II and is famous for its colossal statues carved into the rock, dedicated to Ra and Hathor.
Explore the less-frequented El-Kab, which contains tombs and temples dating back to the Early Dynastic Period.
Meet and Pick Up
According to the arranged pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the following sights.
Tombs & Temples
Tombs and temples in ancient Egypt include pharaohs’ tombs and temples dedicated to gods, and are among the most important archaeological and cultural sites in the country.
Fly to Cairo this morning, and spend the afternoon at leisure.
After having your breakfast in hotel, transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Meet & assist upon arrival and departure.
- Internal flights (Cairo–Luxor–Aswan–Abu Simbel–Cairo).
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- All accommodations at 5-star hotels on B.B (Bed & Breakfast) basis.
- 7 days 6 nights 5* deluxe Dahabiya Nile cruise.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- All service charges & taxes.
Exclusions
- Gratuities (recommended).
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees: to the burial chambers of the pyramids, the tomb of King Tutankhamen.
- Camel rides.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Personal expenses.
- Optional tours.
Current Season Price Details
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Deposit
50 % of the total booking amount