Pyramids and the Nile Budget Tour Package

Enjoy your first breakfast at the hotel and prepare for an exciting day of Cairo day tours. Your certified English-speaking tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and accompany you to the Giza Necropolis. Here, marvel at the ancient wonders of the Giza Pyramids, built over 4,500 years ago during the 4th dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Admire the greatness of the Great Pyramid of Cheops, standing 146 meters tall with 2.3 million limestone blocks, a testament to the advanced skills of ancient Egyptian rulers.

Next, head to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the plateau to behold the pyramids of Chephren and Mycerinus. Optionally, enjoy a camel ride around the Giza Pyramids and capture memorable photos under the guidance of your tour guide.

Continue your exploration at the pyramid complex of King Chephren, where you'll visit the Valley Temple. Step inside and encounter the Great Sphinx, a majestic statue that served as the guardian of the necropolis for centuries. Covered in sand until its excavation in 1889, the Sphinx remains an iconic symbol of ancient Egyptian history.

Proceed to Cairo downtown and visit El Tahrir Square to commence your tour of the Egyptian Museum. Home to an extensive collection of Egyptian antiquities displayed across two floors, the museum's highlights include the royal treasures of the golden pharaoh Tutankhamen.

Explore Coptic Cairo, starting with the Roman fortress of Babylon and the Hanging Church of the Holy Virgin Mary, also known as Al Mu'alaka due to its construction atop fortress towers. Your tour continues to the Church of the Holy Family, or the Church of St Sergius, where the holy family is said to have stayed for three months, with a nearby spring providing their water source. Conclude with a visit to Ben Ezra Synagogue, traditionally believed to be built on the site where baby Moses was found.

Later, transfer to the train station for your journey to Aswan. Enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation aboard the train.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Upon arrival, our local representatives will greet you and transfer you to the cruise ship. Boarding will take place before lunch, allowing you to enjoy a meal on board.

Embark on your Aswan day tours by visiting the High Dam, constructed between 1960 and 1970, followed by a visit to the Philae Temple situated on a remarkable island. Afterward, explore the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries, believed to have been commissioned during the reign of Queen Hatshepsut.

Return to the cruise ship for dinner and evening entertainment.

Meals provided: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Enjoy breakfast served aboard your deluxe Nile Cruise, followed by a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the ancient Egyptian gods Sobek and Haroeris.

Next, sail to Edfu and explore the Temple of Horus, the grand monument devoted to Horus, the falcon god and protector of kingship in ancient Egypt. Afterward, cross the lock and continue sailing to Luxor.

In the afternoon, indulge in afternoon tea, followed by dinner onboard. You'll also have the opportunity to attend a Galabya party.

Overnight accommodation in Luxor.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After concluding your activities, take time to relax and soak in the weather and scenery. Later, dine while enjoying a belly dancing show.

Overnight stay in Luxor.

Meals provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast with a view of the Nile River before disembarking from the cruise ship. Our Cairo Top Tours representative will accompany you to explore the Luxor East Bank, beginning with the impressive Karnak Temple, a hub of administration and religion during ancient Egypt's New Kingdom. Next, visit Luxor Temple, renowned as one of the greatest architectural achievements of ancient Egypt.

After the tours, you will be transferred to Luxor train station for your journey back to Cairo. Lunch will be provided before departure, followed by dinner and overnight accommodation in your compartment.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Upon arrival at Giza train station in the morning, you will once more meet our representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Cairo. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. You have the option to take a tour of the Saladin Citadel and the historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can shop for souvenirs for your friends. Return to the hotel for overnight accommodation in Cairo.

Meals provided: Breakfast

You will have your final buffet breakfast in Egypt before meeting our representative, who will assist you with check-out procedures and transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure.

End of your 8 Days Pyramids and the Nile Budget Tour Package.

Meals included: Breakfast