7-Day Egypt Guided Tour: Nile Cruise & Ancient Temples

7-Day Egypt Comfort Tour Nile Cruise & Temples (5-Star)

Overview

Experience a 7-Day Egypt Comfort Tour Nile Cruise & Temples (5-Star) designed for travelers who want deep history with easy logistics from start to finish. From Cairo’s legendary pyramids to a relaxing Nile cruise, this 7-Day Egypt Comfort Tour Nile Cruise & Temples (5-Star) blends guided highlights with time to unwind.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your journey begins with a smooth airport welcome in Cairo, then shifts into iconic sightseeing at the Giza Plateau and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Next, fly south to Aswan to board a premium Nile cruise, where temple visits, scenic sailing, and comfortable onboard living set the pace. Along the way, explore Philae, Kom Ombo, and Edfu, then arrive in Luxor for Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the West Bank’s Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple. Optional add-ons let you tailor the experience, from Abu Simbel at dawn to a hot air balloon over Luxor.

✨ Highlights

• 🔺 Stand before the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and panoramic desert viewpoints at Giza
• 🏺 Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, including the Khufu Solar Boat exhibit
• 🛳️ Cruise the Nile in 5-star comfort with included meals and smooth transfers
• 🏝️ Visit Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, dedicated to Isis
• 🐊 Discover Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris
• 🦅 Step inside Edfu’s remarkably preserved Temple of Horus
• 🏛️ Walk through Luxor’s greatest sites, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, and Hatshepsut Temple

📍 Itinerary

Day 1, Cairo, Airport Welcome & Transfer
Meet and greet at Cairo International Airport, VIP-style assistance, and private transfer to your hotel. Hotel check-in support and orientation with your tour manager. Optional add-ons for early arrivals include Cairo by Night or Old Cairo Highlights.

Day 2, Giza Plateau and Grand Egyptian Museum
Morning visit to the Great Pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple. Lunch at a local restaurant, then continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Return to the hotel mid-afternoon. Optional Sound and Light Show at Giza.

Day 3, Fly Cairo to Aswan, Philae Temple, Nile Cruise Check-in
Transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Aswan. Meet your guide, transfer to the cruise, and visit Philae Temple depending on cabin availability. Lunch and dinner onboard, overnight in Aswan. Optional Nubian Village tour.

Day 4, Kom Ombo and Sailing to Edfu
Choose between an early Abu Simbel excursion or a leisurely morning on the cruise. Rejoin for sailing toward Kom Ombo, then visit the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Dinner and onboard entertainment. Overnight docked in Edfu.

Day 5, Edfu Temple and Sailing Toward Luxor
Early visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Sail toward Luxor and witness the Esna Lock passage. In Luxor, enjoy a horse carriage city tour and sample local cuisine. Optional sunset felucca sail.

Day 6, Luxor, Karnak and Luxor Temple, Hotel Check-in
Check out from the cruise after breakfast. Visit Karnak Temple, then lunch at a renowned local restaurant. Continue to Luxor Temple and check in to your Luxor hotel. Optional sunrise hot air balloon ride (age restrictions apply).

Day 7, West Bank Luxor, Fly Luxor to Cairo
After breakfast, explore the West Bank: Valley of the Kings (entry includes 3 tombs) and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Enjoy lunch, then transfer to Luxor Airport for your late-afternoon flight to Cairo. Optional Cairo extension transfer available.

✅ What’s Included

• Airport meet and greet in Cairo and private transfer to your hotel
• Complimentary local SIM card per booking
• Domestic flights: Cairo to Aswan, Luxor to Cairo
• Transfers: hotel to Cairo Airport, Aswan Airport pickup, Luxor Airport transfer
• Entrance tickets: Giza Plateau, Grand Egyptian Museum, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings (3 tombs), Hatshepsut Temple
• Mineral water during tours
• Horse carriage tour in Luxor
• Meals as specified:
  • Day 2: breakfast, lunch
  • Day 3 to Day 5: breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Day 6 and Day 7: breakfast, lunch
• Staff and service providers gratitude included (tipping covered as specified)

❌ Exclusions

• Meals not listed as included (for example, Day 1 meals and most dinners in Cairo and Luxor)
• Personal expenses and shopping
• Wi-Fi access and onboard drinks on the Nile cruise
• Tour guide gratitude
• Optional add-ons, including:
  • Cairo by Night tour
  • Old Cairo Highlights tour
  • Giza Sound and Light Show
  • Nubian Village tour
  • Abu Simbel excursion
  • Sunset felucca sail in Luxor
  • Hot air balloon in Luxor

ℹ️ Important Information

• Meeting point: Cairo International Airport on arrival for your included meet and greet and transfer.
• Difficulty: EASY, with guided sightseeing and comfortable pacing.
• Flights and transfers: Domestic flights Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo are included, along with the listed airport and hotel transfers.
• Optional early start: Abu Simbel begins at 4:30 AM and involves a 3-hour drive each way.
• Optional hot air balloon: Not available for children under 6 years of age.
• What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and any personal essentials for temple visits and flight days.

🚀 Ready to Sail the Nile in Comfort?

Lock in your place on the 7-Day Egypt Comfort Tour Nile Cruise & Temples (5-Star) and enjoy a seamless blend of Cairo icons and Nile-side temples with included flights, curated hotel and cruise comfort, and flexible add-ons like Abu Simbel or a Luxor balloon ride. If you want Egypt’s must-sees without the planning stress, this is the itinerary that keeps everything smooth while letting the history shine.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1) Is this tour suitable for beginners or older travelers?
Yes. The difficulty is rated EASY, and the itinerary is designed to balance guided touring with downtime. Transfers and key logistics are arranged to keep the experience comfortable.

2) What flights are included in the package?
Domestic flights from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor to Cairo are included. Airport transfers listed in the itinerary are also included to keep connections smooth.

3) What are the main sites covered on the 7-Day Egypt Comfort Tour Nile Cruise & Temples (5-Star)?
You will visit the Giza Plateau and the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, then cruise from Aswan with visits including Philae, Kom Ombo, and Edfu. In Luxor, you will explore Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut.

4) Can I add Abu Simbel or a Nubian Village visit?
Yes. Abu Simbel is available as an optional add-on and starts very early at 4:30 AM with a 3-hour drive each way. A Nubian Village tour is also offered as an optional cultural experience in Aswan.

5) Are tips and meals included on the 7-Day Egypt Comfort Tour Nile Cruise & Temples (5-Star)?
Meals are included as listed each day, with full board during the Nile cruise portion and breakfast and lunch on key touring days. Staff and service providers gratitude is included as specified, while tour guide gratitude is excluded.