Short Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor – 9 Days
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Short Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor – 9 Days

Discover the highlights of ancient Egypt on this easy, well-paced trip built around a short Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor and on to Aswan. You'll start among the Pyramids of Giza, fly south to Luxor to board your cruise, then sail past Edfu and Kom Ombo to Aswan — visiting the great temples, the Valley of the Kings, Philae and the colossal monuments of Abu Simbel along the way. It's a wonderful first taste of Egypt in just nine days.

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Short Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor – 9 Days

Discover the highlights of ancient Egypt on this easy, well-paced trip built around a short Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor and on to Aswan. You'll start among the Pyramids of Giza, fly south to Luxor to board your cruise, then sail past Edfu and Kom Ombo to Aswan — visiting the great temples, the Valley of the Kings, Philae and the colossal monuments of Abu Simbel along the way. It's a wonderful first taste of Egypt in just nine days.

Day by day

Itinerary

9 Days · 8 Nights

  1. Welcome to Egypt! When you land at Cairo International Airport, our representative will be waiting to meet you and help you through the arrival formalities before taking you to your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Once you've checked in, the rest of the day is yours to relax and get ready for the adventure ahead.

    Stay: Your hotel in Cairo

    Meals: None

    Important Notes: Entry visa fees are payable locally on arrival

  2. After breakfast, you'll meet your Egyptologist guide and head to the Giza Plateau to see one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. You'll explore the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, then visit the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. After lunch at a local restaurant, you'll continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of priceless artefacts and treasures from across ancient Egypt. Afterwards, you'll return to your hotel.

    Stay: Your hotel in Cairo

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum

    Important Notes: Expect warm weather and walking on uneven, sandy ground at Giza, plus a fair amount of walking in the museum. Comfortable shoes, a hat and sunscreen are recommended

  3. After breakfast, you'll meet your Egyptologist guide and head to the Giza Plateau to see one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. You'll explore the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, then visit the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. After lunch at a local restaurant, you'll continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of priceless artefacts and treasures from across ancient Egypt. Afterwards, you'll return to your hotel.

    Stay: Your hotel in Cairo

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Grand Egyptian Museum

    Important Notes: Expect warm weather and walking on uneven, sandy ground at Giza, plus a fair amount of walking in the museum. Comfortable shoes, a hat and sunscreen are recommended

  4. Enjoy breakfast and a relaxed morning at leisure — a good chance to rest or explore a little on your own. In the afternoon, you'll transfer to Cairo Airport for your short flight to Luxor. On arrival, you'll be met and taken to your hotel to settle in for the evening.

    Stay: Your hotel in Luxor

    Meals: Breakfast

    Important Notes: A relaxed day with a short domestic flight in the afternoon

  5. After breakfast, you'll transfer to your Nile cruise and board before lunch. In the afternoon, you'll explore Luxor's East Bank, starting with the magnificent Karnak Temple — the largest religious complex ever built — followed by the elegant Luxor Temple, beautifully lit as it tells the story of the pharaohs. You'll then return to your cruise for dinner and your first night on the river.

    Stay: 5-star Nile cruise

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple

    Important Notes: Temple grounds are large and open, with plenty of walking in warm sun

  6. After breakfast on board, you'll cross to Luxor's West Bank. You'll visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of ancient Egypt, then the striking terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the giant Colossi of Memnon. Back on board, you'll begin sailing towards Edfu via the Esna Lock, enjoying lunch and dinner as the peaceful scenery drifts by.

    Stay: 5-star Nile cruise

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Visits: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon

    Important Notes: The West Bank is hot and open, with uneven ground and steps into some tombs. Light clothing, a hat and sturdy shoes are recommended

  7. After breakfast on board, you'll visit the beautifully preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. You'll then return to the cruise and continue sailing to Kom Ombo, where you'll explore the unusual double temple shared between Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder. Afterwards, you'll carry on sailing towards Aswan, taking in the lovely views along the Nile.

    Stay: 5-star Nile cruise

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Visits: Temple of Horus (Edfu), Kom Ombo Temple

    Important Notes: Some walking on uneven ground at the temples; comfortable footwear is a good idea

  8. After breakfast on board, you'll discover the highlights of Aswan. You'll visit the impressive High Dam, one of Egypt's great modern engineering feats, and the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and set on its own island. In the afternoon, you're free to relax, or you can join an optional trip to a colourful Nubian village to experience the local culture and hospitality. Dinner and your overnight stay are on board.

    Stay: 5-star Nile cruise

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Visits: Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple

    Optional Experiences: Nubian village by motorboat

    Important Notes: Philae is reached by motorboat. Expect warm weather at the open sites

What’s included

Your tour details

Included

Everything you need, covered.

  • Meet-and-greet and assistance by our representatives at airports
  • Guest relations support throughout your stay
  • All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Domestic flights: Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo
  • 3 nights’ accommodation in Cairo with daily breakfast
  • 1 night’s accommodation in Luxor with breakfast
  • 4 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise on a full-board basis
  • All sightseeing in Cairo as private tours
  • All cruise sightseeing (shared with the Memphis Tours group)
  • Local English-speaking Egyptologist guide during your tours
  • Entrance fees to all sites listed in the itinerary
  • Lunch during the Cairo tour at a quality local restaurant
  • Meals as listed in the itinerary
  • Bottled water during transfers and sightseeing
  • Porterage where needed
  • All service charges and taxes

Not included

Available as custom add-ons.

  • International flights
  • Entry visa to Egypt
  • Any optional tours
  • Personal spending
  • Tipping (gratuities)
  • Any item not mentioned in the itinerary

Make it yoursOptional add-ons and upgrades are available. Our travel specialists can tailor this package around you.

Prices

Choose your hotel tier

Seasonal rates per person. Pick the tier that suits your style; the itinerary is the same in every tier.

Golden per person
Room Summer (MAY-SEP) Winter (OCT-APR)
Triple $2240 $2875
Double $2370 $3005
Per Solo Traveler $3479 $5675
Diamond per person
Room Summer (MAY-SEP) Winter (OCT-APR)
Triple $2725 $3445
Double room $2855 $3575
Per Solo Traveler $4410 $5707
Before you book

Important information

We make a donation to the Magdi Yacoub Heart Foundation for each booking reserved.

Price quotes are in US dollars per person per trip and are valid until April 30, 2027. Please inquire for pricing over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays

  • Up to 2 years: FREE
  • Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
  • Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
  • Ages 12 and Up: adult price.

Notes :

  • Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents ( Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room )
  • If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.

We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on the tour, including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager.

Tipping for a job well done is customary in Egypt, though not required. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your guide.

  • In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be applied:

- From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 15% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- 35% of the tour price if you cancel 60-31 days before arrival.
- 50% of the tour price if you cancel 30-15 days before arrival.
- 100% of the tour price if you cancel 14-1 days before arrival.

Additionally, airlines charge their fees which are subject to the airlines' terms and conditions, and there's also a 5% bank fee on refunds.The cancellation policy may vary significantly for groups or unique itinerary.

  • Force Majeure


Here, at Memphis Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid for the tour package, or in some cases, your payment will be available as future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically. Only flight cancellation/changing fees are charged, according to the airline's terms and conditions, and bank surcharges fees are applied to the deposit amount paid. Familiarize yourself with our full payment policy, cancellation and refund conditions.

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Stories from our community

4.96 from 1737 Egypt reviews

It was amazing. The staff was amazing. The food was superb. The guide was very helpful.
Liam Verified traveler

“Great Experience”

The boat was very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore Egypt.
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“good experience”

good experience.
Molly Verified traveler

“Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an inspiring adventure.”

WOW! The Treasures of Egypt tour was an absolutely amazing experience that left me speechless. Our guide was fantastic, the accommodations and meals were fantastic, and the Nile River cruise was unforgettable. The locals were incredibly friendly and we made great friends in our tour group. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an inspiring adventure.
Evans Verified traveler

“Iconic sites, enjoyed comfortable accommodations & delicious meals”

The Treasures of Egypt tour was an incredible experience that exceeded our expectations. We visited iconic sites, enjoyed comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and a Nile River cruise. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in exploring the rich history and culture of Egypt.
K. Louis Verified traveler

“Thank you Memphis Tours for this Family trip”

Our family recently took the Treasures of Egypt tour and it was the trip of a lifetime! We were blown away by the ancient wonders of Egypt, from the Pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor and Karnak. Our guide was fantastic and made the experience even more fascinating for all of us. THANK YOU MEMPHIS TOURS!
Karen Verified traveler

“Exceeded our expectations”

The whole tour was out of this world and it was so humbling. Every day was well organized we didn't experience any issues.
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“Great Tour and Amazing Guide    ”

Very detailed history got to most sites - weather was so great also our guides were great.
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“Safe travel”

Great guides, great countries. Never imagined that Jordan is so magical. I really really really loved it. I and my girlfriends went on this trip alone. Traveling with Memphis was very safe for us.
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The trip was super great. Personally, I really enjoyed Morocco. There was this place called "Café Maure" it overlooks the “Abouregrag” River, We had tea with mint there and the view was amazing.
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