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Cairo to Abu Simbel — 8 days, 7 nights
Start with Cairo’s great pyramids and Luxor’s west bank temples, then sail 5 days down the Nile on a traditional Dahabiya from Luxor to Aswan — ending with an epic desert drive to the legendary temples of Abu Simbel.
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12+
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€1,183
Saqqara, Dahshur & Giza Pyramids
Begin at Saqqara with the Step Pyramid, Titi Pyramid, and Nobles Tombs, then continue to Dahshur’s Bent and Red Pyramids. After lunch, visit Giza — the Great Pyramid, Sphinx, Khafra and Menkawra Pyramids, and the Nobles Tombs.
Fly to Luxor · West Bank & Habu Temple
Transfer to Cairo Airport and fly to Luxor (1 hr). Visit the Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, and Hatshepsut Temple. After lunch, visit Habu Temple. End the day with dinner at a local farmer family’s home — a warm, authentic Egyptian experience.
Karnak, Luxor Temple & Board the Dahabiya
Check out after breakfast. Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples (3–4 hrs). Drive an hour to Esna — visit the Temple of Esna and the restored caravanserai and market. Check into the Dahabiya and sail to El Hegz Village for a unique cultural experience. Lunch and dinner on board.
El Kab, New Kingdom Tombs & Temple of Horus
Breakfast on board. Sail to El Kab to see the massive ancient walls of Nekheb and explore the New Kingdom tombs. Continue to Edfu for a ride to the Temple of Horus. Free time sailing in the afternoon. A special barbeque dinner by moonlight
Bisaw Island & Nile Fishing at El Selsela
Breakfast on board. Visit Bisaw Island and village — join local fishermen in their boats for an authentic Nile fishing experience, walk through farms, and meet the villagers. Sail to El Selsela’s ancient sandstone quarry and shrines. Dinner on board.
Kom Ombo, Daraw Market & Arrive Aswan
Breakfast on board. Visit Kom Ombo Temple and the Crocodile Museum. In nearby Daraw, shop like a local at the camel market, visit a barn to learn about the camel trade, and explore a Nubian Town. As you sail closer to Aswan, enjoy an optional swim or kayak. Farewell dinner on board.
Abu Simbel, High Dam & Aswan Boat Tour
Breakfast on board and check out of the Dahabiya. Drive to Abu Simbel (3–4 hrs through the desert) and visit both temples. Drive back to Aswan with a stop at the High Dam. After lunch, enjoy a 2-hour boat tour on the Nile viewing Elephantine Island, Agha Khan Mausoleum, the Cataract, and the Nobles Tombs. Fly to Cairo in the evening.
Egyptian Museum, Downtown Cairo & Khan El Khalili
Visit the Egyptian Museum (or the Grand Egyptian Museum, subject to availability). Lunch at Abo Tarek — famous for Koshri, Egypt’s beloved street food of rice, pasta, lentils, chickpeas, and tomato sauce. Walking tour through Downtown Cairo and Tahrir Square. Visit the Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque. Walk El Muizz Street’s medieval Islamic architecture. End at Khan El Khalili bazaar.
€1,183
per person
All tours, transfers, guide, entry fees, Dahabiya 5 nights with all meals. Domestic flights not included.
With accommodation
Double cabin + hotels
Cairo 2N · Luxor 1N
€1,564
per person (8 pax)
Holiday Inn Cairo (2N) · Embrace Luxor Hotel (1N). Breakfast & taxes included. High season supplement: +€35/person.
Single supplement
€843
add-on
Includes
- Airport transfers and assist as mentioned.
- Tours.
- Transfers.
- English Tour Guide fees.
- Meals (as mentioned)
- Dahabiya 4 nights 5 days with all meals included. private double cabin in a shared Dahabiya.
- upgrade to suite is available when requested for an extra charge (subject to availability).
- For Christmas & Easter Periods: Supplement 135 EUR Per Person in Double Room
- Boat rides
- Bottled water during the trip
Excludes
- Domestic flights.
- Flights. Once you give us the travel date, we will give the price and book for you.
- Drinks during included meals
- Optional tours
- Tipping
- Any other thing not mentioned in the included section.
Important Notes & Terms
- Breakfast and all taxes included..
- Cairo : 2 Nights in Holiday Inn Maadi in Double Standard room
- Luxor : 1 Night in Embrace Luxor Hotel in Double Superior room
- Supplement for High Season is : 35 EUR Per Person for all accommodation or Similar according to availability,
- Rooms upgrades are available for an extra charge.
- Other hotels are available – ask for.
- Our accommodation prices are less than the online price. In case you found less price online, let us know to amend
- These prices might change when booking (notification will be sent to you)
- Single Supplement 843 EUR
- Other Languages Guide Supplement (French,Spanish & German) Subject to availability
- Land Tours before or after Dahabiya, per group 65 EUR
- Other Languages Guide Supplement (French,Spanish & German) Subject to availability
- Dahabiya Tour, per group of 1 to 5 People 236 EUR
- Other Languages Guide Supplement (French,Spanish & German) Subject to availability
- Dahabiya Tour, per group of 6 to 10 People 253 EUR
- Other Languages Guide Supplement (French,Spanish & German) Subject to availability
- Dahabiya Tour, per group of 11 to 15 People 275 EUR
- Pick up times are estimate times (to be confirmed by our local operator)
- If this tour itinerary does not meet your full expectations, we can make changes.
- Our Travel Advisors can also design your tour completely to fit your preferences.
- Additional charges may be applied for modifications or personalized itineraries.
- Above quotation is based on hotels located in Central areas, to be updated once we have your accommodation details
- The dress code is conservative while visiting Mosques, Churches, villages or areas with mainly local communities.
- The above prices are not applied in the peak season, such as Christmas, New Year and Easter.
- The above prices are subject to change; if a high inflation rate happens as a result of government practices, currency rate change or economic problems.
- The order of the tour days might change according to availability when booking.
- There’s flights available from Aswan to Abu Simbel and return for an extra cost. Ask for the upgrade to Flight option instead of travelling overland.
- Transfers in Sedan cars. (in case a van requested extra cost is added). Note: using a Sedan car in Cairo requires an extra short walk in 2 attractions, the Citadel and the Museum of Civilization. If big size luggage included Van in all destinations by default.
- Please note that there are some places whose entrance fees are paid in EUR/Euro.
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Quick facts
Duration: 8 days · 7 nights
Route: Cairo → Luxor → Aswan → Cairo
Group size: Max 20 guests
Guide: English (others on request)
Meals: As mentioned per day