Cairo and Giza
Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum
Discover the main landmarks of the Giza Plateau and the collection of the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Classic Egypt in 10 Days: Cairo and Nile Cruise
10 Days | 9 Nights
Egypt
Overview
A 10-day journey through Egypt, combining Cairo, Giza and a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan. The programme brings together archaeological heritage, cultural visits and a river cruise, with Alexandria offered as an optional excursion on Day 9.
The programme includes five nights in Cairo and four nights on board a 5★ cruise ship, with domestic flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo.
Route overview
Travel route
From Cairo to Upper Egypt, the programme combines land excursions, domestic flights and four nights cruising the Nile.
Route: Cairo and Giza → domestic flight Cairo–Luxor → Nile cruise with Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan and Philae → domestic flight Aswan–Cairo. On Day 9, Alexandria is offered as an optional excursion, returning to Cairo.
- Domestic flight
- Cruise
- Optional excursion
- Overnight stay
- Visit or stop
Memorable experiences
Journey highlights
Three perspectives connecting archaeology, landscapes and historical memory along the itinerary.
Luxor
Temples and the Valley of the Kings
Visit Karnak, Luxor, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
Egypt
History from different perspectives
A cultural journey connecting the country’s landscapes, monuments and visual memory.
Trip profile
Who we recommend this trip for
This itinerary is especially recommended for travellers who value archaeology, history and cultural heritage and wish to combine Cairo with an organised cruise between Luxor and Aswan.
- History and archaeology
- Active travellers aged 60+
- First trip to Egypt
- Moderate pace
Important: this tour involves heat, walks at archaeological sites, uneven surfaces, steps, transfers and boarding a cruise ship. We recommend mobility and stamina suited to a moderate pace.
Images: Pyramids and palm grove, G. Eric and Edith Matson Collection, Library of Congress, public domain; Karnak, c. 1858, Francis Frith, Library of Congress, public domain; Pyramids of Geezeh, David Roberts and Louis Haghe, Library of Congress, public domain. Images adapted for web presentation.
What's included
- Meet-and-assist services at Cairo and Luxor airports.
- Private transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- One bottle of mineral water per person per day.
- Five nights in Cairo in a 4★ or 5★ hotel, including breakfast.
- Four nights on a 5★ Nile cruise, with full board.
- Lunches during the scheduled visits in Cairo.
- Admission to the sites mentioned in the programme.
- A Portuguese-speaking guide during the scheduled visits.
- Domestic flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo.
- Local taxes and services described in the programme.
What's not included
- International flights.
- Optional excursions, including Alexandria on Day 9.
- Egyptian visa, estimated at USD 30 per person on arrival.
- Admission inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu and to the tomb of Tutankhamun.
- Drinks with meals, tips and personal expenses.
- Any service not expressly listed as included.
Before you travel
Frequently asked questions about this trip
Important information about the operation, accommodation and services included in this itinerary.
Does the itinerary include domestic flights?
Yes. The Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo flights are scheduled, subject to operational availability.
What is the meal plan?
In Cairo, breakfast and the specified lunches; on the cruise, full board as outlined in the programme.
Is Alexandria included?
No. The visit is optional and booked separately; Day 9 can also be spent at leisure in Cairo.
Is the Egyptian visa included?
No. The visa is obtained according to the rules in force, and its cost is not included in the package.
Can the hotels and cruise ship change?
Yes. Confirmation depends on availability, and similar accommodation in the same category may be used.
Are special admission tickets at the pyramids included?
No. Admission inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu and to the tomb of Tutankhamun is not included.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Cairo
Arrival at Cairo International Airport. Meet-and-assist services for arrival formalities, followed by a private transfer to the hotel. After settling in, the rest of the day is free to relax.
Accommodation: Cairo. Meals: not included.
Day 2
Pyramids of Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum
After breakfast, visit the Giza Plateau, with the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Lunch at a restaurant overlooking the pyramids. Afterwards, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Return to the hotel at the end of the visits.
Accommodation: Cairo. Meals: breakfast and lunch.
Day 3
Cairo, Luxor and cruise embarkation
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport and domestic flight to Luxor. Meet-and-assist services, embarkation on the 5-star cruise ship and lunch on board. In the afternoon, visit Luxor Temple and the Karnak complex. Return to the ship for dinner.
Accommodation: on board. Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4
Valley of the Kings and sailing to Edfu
Breakfast on board. Visit the West Bank of Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship and sail towards Edfu.
Accommodation: on board. Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5
Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan
Breakfast on board. Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Continue to Kom Ombo and visit the temple dedicated to the deities Sobek and Horus the Elder. Return to the ship and sail towards Aswan.
Accommodation: on board. Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6
Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple
Breakfast on board. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk, followed by Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and relocated to Agilkia Island. Return to the ship.
Accommodation: on board. Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7
Aswan and return to Cairo
Breakfast on board and disembarkation. Transfer to Aswan Airport and domestic flight to Cairo. On arrival, meet-and-assist services and a private transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation: Cairo. Meals: breakfast.
Day 8
Historic and cultural Cairo
After breakfast, visit the Egyptian Museum. Lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to the Citadel of Saladin, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Return to the hotel.
Accommodation: Cairo. Meals: breakfast and lunch.
Day 9
Optional Alexandria or a free day in Cairo
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day in Cairo. An optional excursion to Alexandria may be booked at an additional cost, visiting Qaitbay Fort, the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Return to Cairo.
Accommodation: Cairo. Meals: breakfast.
Day 10
Departure from Cairo
Breakfast at the hotel. At the appropriate time, a private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight home or onward to your next destination.
Accommodation: —. Meals: breakfast.
Prices and hotels
10% OFF · Egypt and Morocco. The package prices in this table already include the campaign discount once, for bookings confirmed by 31 October 2026. This deadline does not extend fare validity or define travel dates. Optional activities, taxes and third-party fees are quoted separately.
Prices per person
Reference prices per person for travel in 2026, in US dollars (USD). Prices are subject to confirmation of availability, seasonality and applicable booking terms.
| Accommodation | Option 1 Summer |
Option 1 Winter |
Option 2 Summer |
Option 2 Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | USD 4,448.70 | USD 4,946.40 | USD 4,816.80 | USD 5,604.30 |
| Double or twin | USD 2,542.50 | USD 2,826.90 | USD 2,752.20 | USD 3,202.20 |
| Triple | USD 2,480.40 | USD 2,736.90 | USD 2,690.10 | USD 3,103.20 |
Travel seasons: summer, from 1 June to 1 September; winter, from 2 September to 31 May.
Reference price validity: 15 November 2026. Confirm dates and applicability before booking.
The programme is priced for a minimum of two paying passengers in a double or twin room. Prices are subject to availability and reconfirmation at the time of booking.
Planned hotels
Planned hotels and vessels for each option, subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking:
| Option | Cairo — 5 nights | Nile cruise — 4 nights |
|---|---|---|
| Option 1 | Azal Hotel Cairo — stated category 4★ Official website ↗ |
Hapi or Sarah — stated category 5★ |
| Option 2 | Hilton Pyramids Golf Hotel — stated category 5★ Official website ↗ |
Blue Shadow — stated category 5★ |
Hotels and vessels may be replaced by similar properties or vessels in the same category. The final hotel and cruise vessel will be confirmed in your booking proposal.