8-Day Romantic Egyptian Getaway: Cairo & Dahabiya Cruise

Your journey begins as your tour manager meets and assists you at Cairo International Airport upon arrival. You'll be escorted via a comfortable air-conditioned deluxe vehicle directly to your Cairo hotel, for a smooth check-in and revision of your itinerary to confirm all tour pick-up times.

Overnight stay in Cairo.

After a delicious breakfast, your private guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You'll also visit the iconic Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Following an authentic Egyptian lunch, you'll head over to the New Grand Egyptian Museum, also known as the Giza Museum. This newest landmark, just two kilometres from the Giza Pyramids, is one of the world’s largest and most advanced archaeological museums. It houses over 100,000 artefacts spanning 5,000 years, including the complete Tutankhamun collection, displayed together for the first time, and combines modern design, interactive exhibits, and stunning views of the Giza Plateau. Return to your hotel for the night.

Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum

After breakfast, you'll check out in the morning and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, transfer to board your Nile Cruise Ship (Dahabiya). After enjoying lunch on board, you’ll head out for a visit to the beautiful Philae Temple. Dinner will be served on board as the ship begins sailing at 5:00 PM toward Herdiab Island for the overnight mooring.

Overnight on board Dahabiya in Aswan.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
Visits: Philae Temple.

Enjoy breakfast on board as the ship sails toward Kom Ombo. You will visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple. Afterward, the ship resumes sailing toward Edfu for the overnight mooring.

Overnight on board Dahabiya in Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visits: Kom Ombo Temple.

Edfu Temple & Esna Lock Crossing
Enjoy an early breakfast on board while sailing toward Edfu. Upon arrival, you’ll visit the magnificent Edfu Temple. The ship then sails toward Esna, where you’ll enjoy lunch while crossing the Esna Lock. The ship continues to Luxor overnight.

Overnight on board Dahabiya in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Visits: Edfu Temple.

After breakfast on board, you will disembark the ship. You’ll be transferred for essential visits to the famed Valley of the Kings and the colossal Karnak Temple. You will then be transferred to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you'll be met, assisted, and escorted to your hotel located near Cairo Airport for the overnight stay.

Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast.
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before traveling in a private deluxe vehicle to the Pharaonic Village. Here, you'll experience a unique, celebratory wedding ceremony performed in a Pharaonic style. Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed by a traditional Zaffa celebration—a local band accompanied by a folkloric show with oriental drum and flute music. You'll also have time to explore the Pharaonic Village and immerse yourselves in the atmosphere of ancient Egyptian life before returning to your hotel.

Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Visits: Pharaonic Village for a Wedding Zaffa Celebration

Following breakfast at your hotel, you have free time at your leisure. You will then be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your final departure.

Meals: Breakfast