9-Day Nile River Cruise: Uncover Egypt's Ancient Jewels

Nile Jewel - 5* Cruise

Overview

Egypt Nile cruise dreams come to life on the Nile Jewel, a nine day journey that blends legendary archaeology with effortless comfort. This award winning experience takes you from the Great Pyramids of Giza to a relaxing stay on the Red Sea, then back to Cairo for museum treasures and bazaar culture.

🗺️ What to Expect

This itinerary flows like the Nile itself, beginning with Cairo’s headline sights, then shifting south for a scenic cruise through timeless river landscapes. Days are paced for discovery and comfort, with guided visits to Egypt’s most iconic temples and tombs, balanced by serene onboard time as you sail between historic riverbank towns. After Luxor’s ancient wonders, you slow down in Hurghada for beach time on the Red Sea, before returning to Cairo for the Egyptian Museum and the lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Rated MODERATE, the experience includes full sightseeing days and comfortable transfers, including an overnight bus journey to Aswan. If you want to tailor the pace, there is an optional upgrade to fly from Cairo to Aswan, plus optional visits like Abu Simbel.

✨ Highlights

• 🏜️ Stand before the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx on the legendary Giza Plateau
• 🧱 Discover Sakkara and the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the first pyramid ever built
• ⛵ Sail in style on a 5 star Nile cruise, watching villages and palms drift by
• 🏛️ Explore Kom Ombo, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple with expert guiding
• ⚱️ Step into the Valley of the Kings and visit the Temple of Hatshepsut on Luxor’s West Bank
• 🏖️ Unwind in Hurghada on the Red Sea, with time for snorkelling or scuba options
• 🛍️ Return to Cairo for the Egyptian Museum and the Khan El Khalili Bazaar

📍 Itinerary

Day 1, Cairo, Arrive at Cairo International Airport. Meet our representative, transfer to your hotel, then enjoy a relaxed briefing with your guide and a free evening.

Day 2, Giza and Sakkara, Overnight to Aswan, After breakfast, visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Continue to Sakkara to see the Step Pyramid of King Djoser and explore tombs with vivid carvings. Travel by air conditioned bus overnight to Aswan. Included, breakfast. Optional extra, upgrade to a flight from Cairo to Aswan.

Day 3, Aswan and Philae, Board Cruise, Arrive in Aswan, transfer to your hotel to refresh. Visit Philae Temple by motorboat. In the afternoon, board the Nile Jewel cruise and settle in. Included, lunch and dinner.

Day 4, Kom Ombo to Luxor, Sail the Nile and visit the Temple of Kom Ombo. Continue sailing toward Luxor for an overnight onboard. Included, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Optional extra, Abu Simbel.

Day 5, Luxor East Bank, Visit Karnak Temple and the Hypostyle Hall, then explore Luxor Temple and the Avenue of Sphinxes. Return to the cruise for the evening. Included, breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Day 6, Luxor West Bank, Transfer to Hurghada, Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Travel by air conditioned bus to Hurghada and check in. Included, breakfast and dinner.

Day 7, Hurghada at Leisure, Free day on the Red Sea for swimming, snorkelling, optional scuba, beach time, and marina strolls. Included, breakfast and dinner.

Day 8, Cairo City Highlights, Travel back to Cairo and check in. Visit the Egyptian Museum, then explore the Coptic Quarter including the Hanging Church. Continue to the Mosque of Mohamed Ali at the Citadel of Saladin, then finish at Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Included, breakfast.

Day 9, Departure, After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your onward flight. Included, breakfast.

✅ What’s Included

• 9 day guided tour experience
• Hotel stays in Cairo, Aswan, and Hurghada as per itinerary
• 5 star Nile Jewel cruise accommodation
• Meals as specified, including multiple days of breakfast, and full board during the cruise
• Airport arrival assistance and transfers as described
• Air conditioned bus transfers, including overnight Cairo to Aswan
• Guided sightseeing to listed attractions, including Giza Plateau, Sakkara, Philae, Kom Ombo, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Egyptian Museum, and Khan El Khalili

❌ Exclusions

• International flights
• Optional extras, including Abu Simbel
• Optional upgrade flight from Cairo to Aswan
• Optional water activities in Hurghada, such as scuba adventures
• Any items not specifically listed under What’s Included

ℹ️ Important Information

• Start, Cairo International Airport arrival with meet and assist, then hotel transfer.
• End, Cairo Airport transfer on Day 9 after breakfast.
• Difficulty, MODERATE. Expect full sightseeing days, temple and tomb visits, and a mix of cruise time and overland travel.
• Key logistics, includes an overnight bus journey from Cairo to Aswan on Day 2. You can choose an optional flight upgrade instead.
• Optional experiences, Abu Simbel tour is available as an optional extra. Hurghada offers optional scuba and other sea activities.
• Cruise flow, you board the cruise in Aswan and sail north with guided stops, then disembark for Luxor West Bank touring and onward travel to Hurghada.
• Cancellation policy, not provided in the source content.

🚤 Ready to Sail Egypt’s Timeless River?

If you want a seamless blend of ancient wonders, relaxed sailing, and beach time, this Egypt Nile cruise is built for you. Secure your place on the Nile Jewel and enjoy a carefully paced journey from Cairo to Luxor, capped with sun soaked days on the Red Sea, then a final deep dive into the treasures of the Egyptian Museum and the atmosphere of Khan El Khalili.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1, How long is the Nile Jewel tour?
A, The Nile Jewel experience runs for 9 days. It starts in Cairo and ends with a transfer to Cairo Airport on Day 9 after breakfast.

Q2, What are the main sights included in this Egypt itinerary?
A, You visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Sakkara, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Hatshepsut. The trip also includes the Egyptian Museum and the Khan El Khalili Bazaar in Cairo.

Q3, Is this Egypt Nile cruise difficult?
A, This Egypt Nile cruise is rated MODERATE. Expect guided sightseeing days, temple and tomb visits, and a mix of cruise time and overland transfers.

Q4, How do we travel from Cairo to Aswan?
A, The itinerary includes an overnight journey by comfortable air conditioned bus from Cairo to Aswan. There is also an optional extra to upgrade to a flight from Cairo to Aswan.

Q5, Do we get free time at the Red Sea?
A, Yes, you have a full leisure day in Hurghada on the Red Sea. You can swim or snorkel, join an optional scuba adventure, or simply relax on the beach.