Nile Pearl: 7-Day Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise, Cairo & Luxor
Seven days sailing the world's most legendary river, from the pyramids of Giza to the royal tombs of Luxor.
The Nile Pearl 7-Day Egypt Tour combines guided exploration of Cairo's ancient monuments, a scenic Nile cruise through Upper Egypt, and expert-led visits to Luxor's most celebrated archaeological sites. Every stage of the journey is led by qualified local Egyptologists who provide context and depth that no guidebook can match. This is a structured, moderate-difficulty tour suited to travellers who want a comprehensive introduction to Egypt without sacrificing comfort.
The itinerary opens in Cairo with a full day at the Giza Plateau, where the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx form the centrepiece of any serious Egypt itinerary. The afternoon continues at the Egyptian Museum, home to the treasures of Tutankhamun and an unparalleled collection of pharaonic artefacts. An overnight sleeper train then carries you south through the desert to Aswan, where the journey onto the Nile cruise begins.
From Aswan, the cruise sails north along the Nile, stopping at the twin-deity Temple of Kom Ombo before arriving in Luxor. Two full days in Luxor cover the East Bank's Karnak and Luxor temples as well as the West Bank's Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri, and the Colossi of Memnon. A return overnight sleeper train brings the journey full circle back to Cairo.
An optional excursion to the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel is available for travellers wishing to extend their experience into Nubia. The tour operates at a moderate pace with comfortable 5-star onboard accommodation and private cabin sleeper trains, making it accessible to most adult travellers in reasonable health.
Tour Highlights
Walk the Giza Plateau and stand before the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, two of the most recognised monuments in human history.
Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and view the golden burial mask and treasures recovered from Tutankhamun's intact tomb.
Board your 5-star Nile cruise in Aswan and sail north through timeless landscapes, past riverside villages and palm-lined banks.
Explore the Temple of Karnak, one of the largest religious complexes ever constructed, including its iconic Hypostyle Hall.
Descend into the Valley of the Kings on Luxor's West Bank and enter the vibrantly painted tombs of Egypt's royal pharaohs.
Visit Philae Temple on its island sanctuary in Aswan, approached by motorboat across the waters of Lake Nasser.
Optional visit to Abu Simbel, the colossal cliff-carved temple of Ramses II near Egypt's southern frontier with Sudan.
Itinerary Overview
Arrive at Cairo International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Meet your guide for a trip briefing and settle in for your first night in the Egyptian capital.
Spend the morning at the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Giza Plateau. Afternoon visit to the Egyptian Museum before boarding the overnight sleeper train south to Aswan.
Arrive in Aswan and board your 5-star Nile cruise. Visit Philae Temple by motorboat. Optional excursion to Abu Simbel available today.
Sail along the Nile with a stop at the riverside Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris. Continue sailing toward Luxor.
Explore Karnak Temple Complex and the Avenue of Sphinxes before visiting Luxor Temple in the afternoon, illuminated against the ancient streetscape at sunset.
Cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri, and the Colossi of Memnon. Board the overnight sleeper train back to Cairo.
What Is Included
Included
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure day
- One night hotel accommodation in Cairo
- Three nights aboard 5-star Nile cruise (Aswan to Luxor)
- Two overnight sleeper train journeys (Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo)
- All entrance fees to sites listed in the itinerary
- Private cabin on sleeper trains
- All meals aboard the Nile cruise (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Breakfast on Day 6 (West Bank day)
- Expert local Egyptologist guide throughout
- Motorboat transfer to Philae Temple
Not Included
- International flights to and from Cairo
- Egypt entry visa fees
- Optional Abu Simbel excursion
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for guides and cruise staff
- Personal spending and souvenirs
- Any items of a personal nature
Important Information
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