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Private 8-Day Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise
Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, a Nile Cruise and Luxor in One Journey
This private eight-day tour combines some of Egypt’s most important sights with a Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan.
Together with your German- or English-speaking Egyptologist, you will discover pyramids, temples, royal tombs and historic districts representing different periods of Egyptian history. Domestic flights, private transfers, hotel stays and the Nile cruise connect the individual stages of your journey.
Why Guests Book This Tour
✅ From €1,575 per person, depending on the number of participants
✅ Private eight-day tour of Egypt
✅ Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Luxor
✅ Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan with full board
✅ Hotel accommodation as specified in the itinerary
✅ Domestic flights and private transfers as specified in the itinerary
✅ No shopping stops
✅ German- or English-speaking Egyptologist
✅ Admission to all sights included in the standard itinerary
✅ Direct hotel pick-up and return transfer
Highlights of Your Tour
Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx
Grand Egyptian Museum
Islamic and Coptic Cairo
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Temples of Abu Simbel
Philae Temple in Aswan
Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk
Felucca Ride on the Nile in Aswan
Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
Temple of Kom Ombo
Temple of Horus at Edfu
Valley of the Kings
Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak and Luxor Temples
Your Itinerary
Day 1 – Direct Flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Luxor and Embarkation
Upon arrival in Luxor, you will be transferred to your Nile cruise ship and embark.
Overnight: On board in Luxor
Day 2 – Luxor | Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor and Karnak
After breakfast, your sightseeing programme in Luxor begins.
On the West Bank, you will first visit the famous Valley of the Kings, where numerous pharaohs of the New Kingdom had their rock-cut tombs constructed.
You will then explore the terraced Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the monumental Colossi of Memnon.
The tour continues on the East Bank with a visit to Luxor Temple, situated in the heart of the modern city.
Afterwards, you will explore the extensive Karnak Temple Complex, with its monumental pylons, obelisks and famous Great Hypostyle Hall.
The ship then sails towards Edfu.
Overnight: On board in Edfu
Day 3 – Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan
In the morning, you will visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt.
This remarkably well-preserved temple complex dates from the Ptolemaic period and was dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
Your Nile cruise then continues towards Kom Ombo.
There, you will visit the extraordinary Temple of Kom Ombo, whose symmetrical design is dedicated to two deities: Sobek and Haroeris.
The ship then continues towards Aswan.
Overnight: On board in Aswan
Day 4 – Aswan | Philae Temple, High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk
Today, you will discover some of Aswan’s most important sights.
First, you will visit Philae Temple, which now stands on Agilkia Island. The temple complex was primarily dedicated to the goddess Isis and was relocated to its present site as part of an international UNESCO rescue campaign.
You will then visit the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries.
Afterwards, enjoy a traditional felucca ride on the Nile and visit Aswan’s market.
Overnight: On board in Aswan
Day 5 – Abu Simbel → Aswan → Cairo
Your excursion to Abu Simbel, south of Aswan, begins early in the morning.
Here, you will visit the two monumental rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari.
The Great Temple of Ramesses II is impressive from the moment you see its façade, which features four monumental seated statues of the pharaoh. Beside it stands the smaller temple dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Queen Nefertari.
During the 20th century, the temple complex was rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser as part of an international UNESCO campaign and reconstructed on higher ground.
After your visit, you will return to Aswan.
Lunch
You will then fly to Cairo.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Day 6 – Cairo | Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx and GEM
In Cairo, your Egyptologist will meet you and accompany you to the Giza Plateau.
Here, you will see the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the only surviving Wonder of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
You will then visit the Great Sphinx of Giza, which is associated with Pharaoh Khafre and his pyramid complex.
Lunch
Afterwards, you will visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).
Together with your Egyptologist, you will discover important exhibits spanning several millennia of Egyptian history and gain a comprehensive insight into the world of the pharaohs.
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Day 7 – Cairo | Islamic and Coptic Cairo
After breakfast, you will discover further historic aspects of the Egyptian capital.
You will visit the Citadel of Saladin, with its striking Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and explore selected sights in Islamic and Coptic Cairo.
Depending on the schedule, the historic Khan el-Khalili Bazaar will also be included in the programme.
Lunch
Overnight: Hotel in Cairo
Day 8 – Direct Flight to Cologne Bonn Airport
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your direct return flight to Cologne Bonn Airport.
A Personal Tip from Our Egyptologist
17 years of experience as an Egyptologist and more than 3,000 guided tours throughout Egypt.
During this tour, pay attention to how architecture and religious beliefs changed across different historical periods. At Giza, you will encounter the monumental royal tombs of the Old Kingdom; in Luxor, the great temples and royal tombs of the New Kingdom; and at Edfu and Kom Ombo, important temple complexes from later periods.
This historical range is what makes the tour particularly fascinating. You will not only visit many famous sights but also gain a comprehensive understanding of different periods of ancient Egyptian history.
Who Is This Tour Suitable For?
This private tour is especially suitable for you if you:
Want to combine Cairo with Upper Egypt’s most important sights in one journey
Wish to combine a Nile cruise with privately guided sightseeing tours
Want Abu Simbel to be an essential part of your trip to Egypt
Are interested in ancient Egyptian history, archaeology and culture
Prefer an individually organized tour to a conventional large-group itinerary
Please note: This tour includes domestic flights, early departures, long transfers, a multi-day Nile cruise, and periods of walking and standing at archaeological sites. The excursion to Abu Simbel begins particularly early in the morning. If you have limited mobility or require special assistance, please contact us before booking.
Prices per Person
Participants | Vehicle | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
2 people | Private air-conditioned car | €2,060 |
3–4 people | Private air-conditioned minibus | €1,800 |
5–6 people | Private air-conditioned minibus | €1,700 |
7–8 people | Private air-conditioned minibus | €1,575 |
Hotel accommodation and the Nile cruise with full board are included according to the itinerary.
Single-room or single-cabin supplement: Please confirm before booking.
Please note: This tour is currently provided solely for non-binding travel information and planning purposes. The prices shown are non-binding estimates for guidance only. You are welcome to send us a no-obligation inquiry. Before any potential booking, we will inform you about availability, the final tour price, the relevant tour operator, and the applicable contractual terms and conditions.
Flight times, the cruise ship’s sailing schedule, and the order of individual sightseeing visits may be adjusted for organizational reasons. All services included in the booked standard itinerary will remain part of the tour.
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Discover Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor on a private seven-day tour combining ancient Egypt’s most important monuments with a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
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