8 Day: Luxor & Cairo

8 Day: Luxor Nile Cruise & Cairo

Overview

Experience the best of ancient Egypt on an 8 Day: Luxor Nile Cruise & Cairo journey that blends iconic temples, a relaxing Nile sailing, and Cairo’s legendary monuments. This 8 Day: Luxor Nile Cruise & Cairo itinerary starts in Luxor, cruises through Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan, then continues to Cairo for the Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and Old Cairo.

🗺️ What to Expect

This easy-paced trip is designed for travelers who want a smooth, guided flow from Upper Egypt to the capital. You will begin in Luxor with West Bank highlights, then settle into life on a Nile cruise with daily shore visits and onboard meals as you sail to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. After exploring Aswan’s major landmarks, you will fly to Cairo for a deep dive into the Giza Plateau, the Egyptian Museum, and historic districts, then return to Luxor by sleeping train to finish with the great temples of the East Bank.

✨ Highlights

• 🏺 Explore the Valley of the Kings and the remarkable tombs of Luxor’s West Bank
• 🌿 Visit Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir El Bahari and see the Colossi of Memnon
• ⛵ Sail the Nile with stops at Edfu Temple and the dual sanctuary of Kom Ombo Temple
• 🧱 Discover Aswan’s engineering and heritage at the High Dam and Philae Temple
• 🦁 Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple
• 🏛️ See the treasures of the Egyptian Museum, including Tutankhamen’s collection
• 🕌 Walk through Old Cairo with visits to the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and Khan El Khalili bazaar

📍 Itinerary

Day 1, Arrive Luxor, meet and assist at Luxor International Airport, transfer by air-conditioned deluxe vehicle to your Nile cruise, check in and overnight in Luxor.
Meals, Lunch and Dinner.

Day 2, Luxor West Bank, after breakfast visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return for lunch and afternoon tea onboard, then sail to Edfu via Esna Lock. Overnight in Edfu.
Meals, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 3, Edfu and Kom Ombo, breakfast onboard, visit Horus Temple at Edfu, then sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the temple shared by Sobek and Haroeris, then continue sailing to Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.
Meals, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 4, Aswan, after breakfast visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. Return for lunch and dinner onboard. Overnight in Aswan.
Meals, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5, Fly Aswan to Cairo, Pyramids tour, disembark after breakfast and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo. Visit the Giza Plateau to see the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus, plus the Sphinx and Valley Temple. Optional visit to the Solar Boat, extra ticket on the spot. Lunch at a good quality restaurant, then visit Sakkara Complex and the Djoser Pyramid, continue to Memphis. Overnight in Cairo.
Meals, Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 6, Cairo sightseeing, sleeping train to Luxor, after breakfast and hotel checkout, visit the Egyptian Museum, including the treasures room of Tutankhamen. Optional visit to the mummies room, extra ticket on the spot. Lunch at a local restaurant, then visit Saladin Citadel and Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque. Continue to Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue, then to Islamic Cairo and Khan El Khalili bazaar. Evening transfer to Giza station for the sleeping train to Luxor.

Day 7, Luxor East Bank, breakfast served on the train, arrive Luxor station and transfer to visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Transfer to your hotel and overnight in Luxor.
Meals, Breakfast.

Day 8, Departure, after breakfast transfer to Luxor International Airport for final departure.
Meals, Breakfast.

✅ What’s Included

• Meet and assist at Luxor International Airport on arrival
• Transfers by air-conditioned deluxe vehicle as described in the itinerary
• Nile cruise stay as per itinerary
• Cairo hotel stay as per itinerary
• Luxor hotel stay as per itinerary
• Meals exactly as listed day by day in the itinerary
• Domestic flight from Aswan to Cairo
• Sleeping train from Giza station to Luxor
• Guided sightseeing and visits as described in the itinerary

❌ Exclusions

• Optional tickets not included in the itinerary, Solar Boat at Cheops Pyramid, extra ticket on the spot
• Optional tickets not included in the itinerary, Mummies room at the Egyptian Museum, extra ticket on the spot
• Any items not explicitly mentioned under What’s Included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration, 8 days
• Difficulty, Easy
• Start point, Luxor International Airport arrival meet and assist
• End point, Luxor International Airport departure transfer
• Accommodation, Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa, MS Nile Goddess Nile Cruise Egypt, Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor
• Accommodation note, if the mentioned cruise or the hotel are not available, the company has the right to change to any cruise or hotel, as long as it is of same category
• On the spot tickets, Solar Boat and the Egyptian Museum mummies room require extra tickets paid on the spot

🚀 Ready to book your Egypt classic?

If you want a seamless blend of Nile sailing and city discoveries, the 8 Day: Luxor Nile Cruise & Cairo trip delivers the essential sights with an easy rhythm. Secure your dates now and enjoy a guided route from Luxor’s royal tombs to Cairo’s pyramids, museums, and historic quarters.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1, What is the duration and difficulty of this tour?
This tour runs for 8 days and is rated Easy. The itinerary is designed to be smooth and guided, with transfers and planned sightseeing.

2, Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts with meet and assist at Luxor International Airport and begins on a Nile cruise in Luxor. It ends with a transfer to Luxor International Airport for final departure.

3, What are the main sightseeing stops on the Nile cruise portion?
You will visit Luxor West Bank sites including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. The cruise also includes Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Aswan visits to the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple.

4, What will I see in Cairo on the 8 Day: Luxor Nile Cruise & Cairo itinerary?
In Cairo you will visit the Giza Plateau to see the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, plus Sakkara and Memphis. You will also tour the Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque, Coptic Cairo, and Khan El Khalili.

5, Are there any optional extras that require additional tickets?
Yes, the Solar Boat in front of Cheops Pyramid requires an extra ticket purchased on the spot. The mummies room at the Egyptian Museum also requires an extra ticket on the spot.