8 Days Cairo and Nile Cruise Christmas Tour

Enjoy a breakfast at your Cairo hotel. Your expert Egyptologist guide will meet you at the hotel entrance to start your exciting Cairo day tours.

Your adventure starts at Giza Plateau, where you will experience ancient monuments, which include the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Pyramid of King Chephren, and the Pyramid of King Mycerinus.

The Great Sphinx serves as a protective emblem that safeguards the burial ground. Your journey ends at the Valley Temple of King Chephren, which was built with Aswan granite to function as a mummification center that features a colonnade with 16 T-shaped pillars.

The Egyptian Museum displays a vast collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, which includes the famous treasures of Pharaoh Tutankhamun that were found untouched in his Valley of the Kings tomb during the year 1922.

The Coptic Cairo tour includes a visit to the Roman fortress of Babylon, which contains the Hanging Church that hangs above ancient towers, the historic Abu Serga Church, which stands above the cave where the Holy Family sought refuge, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which marks the spot where baby Moses was discovered.

You will take your lunch with Nile views before you explore Islamic Cairo to discover Khan El Khalili, Egypt's oldest marketplace, which showcases its historical significance and lively atmosphere.

Your day concludes with an evening of relaxation at Le Meridien Pyramids Resort.

After breakfast at your hotel in Giza, check out and join your tour manager for the transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, our representative will assist you to board the elegant Steigenberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise.

You can enter your cabin and enjoy a leisurely lunch onboard. Later, gather in the lobby to begin your captivating Luxor day tours. Explore the majestic Temple of Karnak, a complex dedicated to the Theban Trinity (Amun, Mut, and Khonsu), before visiting the beautifully illuminated Temple of Luxor on the East Bank.

The Egypt Nile River Cruise will present you with an exceptional dining experience, which you will enjoy during your first evening in Luxor while you take in the peaceful vibe of the ancient river.

The Nile cruise boat breakfast marks the beginning of your West Bank tour through Luxor. The Nile River serves as the route to reach the Colossi of Memnon, which stand as two massive statues that represent Amenhotep III. The Valley of the Kings serves as the burial site for New Kingdom pharaohs, who include the famous Tutankhamen and Ramses II, which now stands as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hatshepsut's Temple, which people call El Deir El Bahari, serves as an architectural masterpiece that Senmout built for Queen Hatshepsut, who was Egypt's first documented female ruler.

Consider an optional hot air balloon ride for breathtaking views.

The ship sails to Edfu while you enjoy a substantial lunch, which lets you view the beautiful landscapes. After that you will have dinner on the cruise ship while you watch a musical performance and other entertainment. The second night of your stay on the Nile River takes you to the peaceful location of Edfu.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Enjoy breakfast on your Egypt Nile River Cruise before your guide leads you to the Ptolemaic Temple, which people dedicated to the falcon god Horus at Edfu. The cruise will proceed southward toward Kom Ombo. The crew will again disembark to show guests the Temple of Kom Ombo, which honors the crocodile god Sobek and god Horus. After spending time at the temple, visitors will return to the ship to enjoy lunch while the ship travels to its final stop in Aswan.

The Steigenberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise in Aswan provides dinner and accommodations for overnight stays.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet served aboard the Nile cruise before commencing your private guided tour of Aswan. Begin with a visit to the iconic High Dam, an incredible engineering marvel and one of the world's largest dams. Afterwards, enjoy a serene boat journey to the picturesque Philae Temple.

Continue your exploration with a visit to the granite quarries of Aswan, where you'll encounter the largest known obelisk, thought to have been commissioned by the esteemed Queen Hatshepsut. Left unfinished, the obelisk offers a glimpse into the monumental efforts involved in quarrying such colossal stones.

Upon completing your enriching tours of Aswan, return to your splendid Egypt Nile River Cruise. Enjoy a delightful dinner onboard as you savor your final night amid the serene waters of Aswan.

Meals included breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

On your last day in Aswan, for an oriental breakfast, dine onboard the Steigenberger MS Minerva Nile Cruise as you later disembark. You will be assisted onto the Aswan Airport shuttle, where you will be transferred to check in for your return flight to Cairo.

On arrival at the Cairo International Airport, you'll be welcomed with meet and greet services, continuing onto the transfer by our tour guides to the tour guide in Giza.

Overnight at your hotel in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast

As the sun rises on your final day in Egypt, you'll be treated to one last sumptuous breakfast at your hotel.
The free morning period allows you to explore the city at your own speed while you experience its lively atmosphere and visit any remaining attractions. Our specially designed Cairo excursions provide you with an option to discover the area's cultural heritage through arranged tours.
Your departure from the airport will lead you to Cairo International Airport. 

Meals: breakfast.