Cultural holidays

Egypt Highlights with Nile Cruise

The pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan.

Trip at a glance

Duration7 days / 6 nights
Starts inCairo & Giza
RouteCairo & Giza · Luxor · Aswan & Abu Simbel
Places3 destinations
CountryEgypt
Ideal forCultural holidays, Cruise and houseboat holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-1QT0Q2

Best time to visit: October to April

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Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx – Cairo & Giza

Cairo & Giza, Egypt

Trip overview

The pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan.

The route spends 2 nights in Cairo & Giza, 2 nights in Luxor and 2 nights in Aswan & Abu Simbel, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits cultural holidays and cruise and houseboat holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Pyramids of Giza and the SphinxGrand Egyptian MuseumKhan el-KhaliliKarnak TempleLuxor TempleValley of the KingsAbu SimbelPhilae TempleNubian village

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Cairo & Giza

Arrive via Cairo International Airport (CAI) or Sphinx Airport (SPX) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Grand Egyptian Museum: Tutankhamun's treasures

Day 2Cairo & Giza: Citadel of Saladin and Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

Citadel of Saladin: Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx: Last of the Seven Wonders

Day 3Cairo & Giza to Luxor

Travel from Cairo & Giza to Luxor by road or train, or fly where it saves time (we compare options in your quote)
Check in at your Luxor hotel
Luxor Temple: Lit up at night

Day 4Luxor: Temple of Hatshepsut and Valley of the Kings

Temple of Hatshepsut: Terraced temple
Valley of the Kings: Royal tombs

Day 5Luxor to Aswan & Abu Simbel

Travel from Luxor to Aswan & Abu Simbel by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Aswan & Abu Simbel hotel
Abu Simbel: Temples of Ramesses II

Day 6Aswan & Abu Simbel: Philae Temple and Nubian village

Philae Temple: Island temple of Isis
Nubian village: Colourful houses

Day 7Depart from Aswan & Abu Simbel

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Aswan International Airport (ASW) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites
Timed tickets booked for sites that need them
Craft, music or cooking experiences added where they fit
Time built in to explore old quarters on foot
The cruise or houseboat night booked first, then the route around it

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Cairo & Giza: Visit the pyramids at opening time; mid-day is hot and crowded.
Luxor: Take the sunrise balloon over the west bank.
Aswan & Abu Simbel: Fly to Abu Simbel to save the very early road convoy.

At a glance

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Route: Cairo & Giza, Luxor, Aswan & Abu Simbel
Ideal for: Cultural holidays, Cruise and houseboat holidays
Best time: October to April
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-1QT0Q2

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 6 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Cairo & Giza: October to April. Luxor: October to April. Aswan & Abu Simbel: October to April.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Cairo & Giza (Cairo International Airport (CAI) or Sphinx Airport (SPX)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.