Pyramids & Luxury Dahabeya Nile Cruise

Overview

  • Cairo:2 nights
  • Luxor:2 nights
  • Aswan:3 nights
  • cairo:1 night 
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  • Discover Egypt with an Egyptologist and expert local guide. Cruise in comfort
  • aboard a luxury Dahabeya Nile cruise, visiting the Pyramids, riding a camel,
  • exploring the treasures of Tutankhamen in the Egyptian Museum, and
  • stepping inside his tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Explore the stunning
  • Temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel.
  • Explore the treasures of King Tutankhamen in the Egyptian Museum.
  • Visit the Royal Mummies Hall including Ramses II.
  • Felucca sailing around the Aswan Islands.
  • Guided tours with an experienced private Egyptologist.
  • Solar Boat Museum at the Pyramids.
  • Burial chamber of Tutankhamen in the Valley of the Kings.

 

Itinerary

1

 

  • Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where the warm air of Egypt greets you the moment you step outside the aircraft. You are met by your tour manager and smoothly escorted through arrival formalities before your private transfer into the vibrant heart of Cairo.
  • As the city unfolds around you — a fascinating blend of ancient echoes and modern energy — you arrive at your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure to relax and gently acclimate to the rhythm of Egypt.
  • Accommodation: Cairo
  • Meals: None
2
  • After breakfast, you begin an extraordinary day dedicated to Egypt’s most iconic symbols of ancient greatness. Your journey starts at the legendary Giza Plateau, where the magnificent pyramids rise majestically from the desert landscape, standing as timeless masterpieces of engineering, power, and human ambition. Facing these colossal monuments in person is a deeply moving experience that connects you directly to the glory of one of history’s most advanced civilizations.
  • Nearby, the mysterious Great Sphinx of Giza sits silently, guarding the plateau as it has for thousands of years. With its powerful lion’s body and human face, it remains one of the most fascinating and symbolic figures of the ancient world, surrounded by centuries of myths and secrets.
  • Following your exploration of this legendary site, you will enjoy a delightful lunch at an excellent local restaurant, offering a relaxing break and a chance to savor authentic Egyptian flavors in a comfortable setting.
  • In the afternoon, your journey into Egypt’s ancient legacy continues with a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, the largest archaeological museum in the world dedicated to a single civilization. Here, you will discover an unparalleled collection of ancient treasures displayed with cutting-edge presentation. From monumental statues to royal artifacts, the museum offers an immersive experience that brings the story of ancient Egypt vividly to life, allowing you to witness the grandeur, artistry, and sophistication of a civilization that continues to inspire the world.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
3

 

  • This morning, you fly to Luxor, the ancient city once known as Thebes. Upon arrival, you are welcomed aboard your elegant Dahabeya — a graceful sailing vessel that evokes the golden age of Nile travel, where journeys were slow, intimate, and deeply atmospheric.
  • After lunch on board, step into the vast sacred universe of Karnak Temple Complex, where colossal columns soar skyward like a forest of stone. Continue to the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple, dramatically connected to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes.
  • Accommodation: On Dahabeya
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4

 

  • Cross to Luxor’s West Bank, where desert mountains glow in soft shades of gold and rose.
  • Descend into the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, including the burial chamber of Tutankhamen, where vividly colored wall scenes still radiate astonishing life after more than three thousand years.
  • Continue to the elegant terraced Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, dramatically set against towering cliffs, before pausing at the silent guardians of the plain — the Colossi of Memnon.
  • Return to your Dahabeya and begin sailing toward Esna as the Nile turns to liquid gold at sunset.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5
  • Wake to the gentle motion of the Dahabeya gliding through timeless river scenery — palm groves, quiet villages, and fishermen casting their nets in scenes unchanged for centuries.
  • In Edfu, visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt’s most complete ancient temples. Later, continue sailing to the peaceful Al Ramady Island.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6

 

  • Sail to Kom Ombo to explore the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus.
  • Continue toward Aswan, where granite islands and golden dunes create one of the Nile’s most beautiful landscapes.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
7

 

  • In serene Aswan, visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, followed by a scenic motorboat ride to the enchanting Philae Temple, gracefully set on its island sanctuary.
  • Enjoy free time in Aswan’s colorful market. Optional afternoon tea is available at the historic Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
8

 

  • After breakfast, disembark your Dahabeya. Optional early excursion to the breathtaking Abu Simbel Temples.
  • Fly back to Cairo and transfer to your hotel for your final overnight in Egypt.
  • Accommodation: Cairo
  • Meals: Breakfast
9

 

  • After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward journey, carrying unforgettable memories of Egypt’s timeless wonders.
  • Meals: Breakfast

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Included / Excluded
Included
  • Entrance fees to all specified sites.
  • A private English-speaking Egyptologist throughout the tour.
  • Accommodation: 3 nights in Cairo, 5 nights on the Nile cruise (full board).
  • Meals as listed (8 Breakfast, 6 Lunch, 5 Dinner).
  • Airport meet and transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Sightseeing with private AC vehicles.
  • Domestic flights: Cairo ↔ Luxor, Aswan ↔ Cairo.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
Excluded
  • International flights
  • Entry visa
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and crew
  • Detailed Itinerary
Notes

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Reservation & Cancellation policy

  • A deposit of 25% is required at the time of booking and constitutes part of your final payment.
  • Full payment is due 30 days before the commencement of the tour.
  • The company has the right to cancel the booking if the payment is not received within this period. 
  • Tour prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however, are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
  • Zoya Tours accepts the credit and debit cards (Visa and Master Card) as well as a wire transfer.
  • We charged no credit card fees or hidden surcharges.

Cancellation refunds will be calculated as of the date we receive cancellation requests per person.

The cancellation must be done by sending an email with 1) Name of the passenger 2) Passport number 

Cancellation fees.

  • 45 days before your arrival, 6% of the total tour price will be charged as a bank transaction fee.
  • From 40 to 30 days before your arrival date, 25% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 29 to 15 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 14 to 7 days before your arrival date, 75% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 7 to 1 day before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged. 

Children Policy.

A: It differs from one tour to another.

  • 0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
    2 - 4.99 pay 25% of the tour price
    5 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
    12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

B: The policy is valid and applies to children sharing their parent’s rooms.

C: If the package includes Air Flight or Sleeping Train, then an extra charge applies as per the flight or train policy.

Single supplement:
This option is available for those who prefer traveling with others but prefer single accommodation. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early.

Important Notes:
We highly recommend you book this trip as early as possible, preferably 50 days prior to departure. Reservations received within 30 days will be on request and subject to availability of accommodation.

  • For full terms and conditions, please click here (terms and Conditions page).

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