Embark on a majestic 13 days Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor, and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring wonders of ancient Egypt. This captivating journey will take you through the heart of this ancient civilization, allowing you to explore iconic landmarks, majestic temples, and breathtaking landscapes along the Nile River.
Discover the stunning wonders of Egypt through our Nile cruise packages. Begin your 13 days Nile cruise in the bustling Cairo. Witness the enigmatic Pyramids of Giza and stand in awe of the Great Sphinx. Set sail to El-Minya to visit the magnificent tombs of Bani Hassan and Tell El-Amarna. Proceed to Abydos to explore the great Temple of Seti I, then to Dendera to visit the fabulous Temple of Hathor. Head to Luxor to discover the wonderful highlights of Luxor’s west and east banks. Disembark your cruise in Luxor.
Throughout this 13 days Nile cruise journey, you will bask in the comforts of your floating sanctuary. Enjoy exceptional onboard amenities, delectable cuisine, and panoramic views of the ever-changing landscapes. Whether you’re an avid history enthusiast or simply seeking a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, this 13 days Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor promises an unforgettable experience. Prepare to be captivated by the timeless allure of Egypt and create memories that will last a lifetime.
4050 USD per person in a twin/double room.
5610 USD per person in a twin/double room.
Please keep in mind that slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond control.
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will meet and assist by our representative of “Egypt Best Vacations“. Then, transfer to your cruise to begin your 13 days Nile cruise itinerary. Free evening in Cairo.
Meals Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Your actual 13 days Nile cruise just begins when our tour guide picks you up for the tour of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the GEM Museum.
Today, you will explore the Giza Plateau. Today’s tour includes the Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure with the great Sphinx. The only ancient wonder which still exists (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to explore it from the inside? (Optional). Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were built, and why they were built.
Savor your lunch at a local restaurant, then proceed to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian treasures in one stunning modern complex. You’ll stand face-to-face with the full Tutankhamun collection and enjoy immersive galleries that bring Egypt’s history to life. Then, transfer back to your hotel.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Following your breakfast at the hotel, you will visit the Citadel of Saladin, which was built in 1172 to protect Cairo from the Crusaders. At the citadel, you can visit the White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha, which is one of its most prominent features. Continue to Coptic Cairo District to visit the Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Your tour will conclude in the largest market in Egypt, Khan El-Khalili, a historical bazaar. Then, head back to your Nile cruise ship. Overnight in Cairo.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Your fourth day of your 13 days Nile cruise journey is a relaxing day on board. So, set sail to Bani Suef to overnight there. Embrace the scenery. Capture memorable photos of the riverbanks, villages, and ancient ruins along the way. Enjoy onboard amenities.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Set sail to El-Minya to overnight there. Embrace the scenery. Capture memorable photos of the riverbanks, villages, and ancient ruins along the way. Enjoy onboard amenities.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today, your 13 days Nile cruise tour takes your to visit the lovely tombs from the Middle Kingdom period at Bani Hassan. The tombs are located in two distinct areas: the upper and lower cemeteries. The tombs of the upper cemetery are a testament to the ancient Egyptians’ architectural skills. They were cut into the rock with great accuracy using simple tools like chisels with bronze blades, which were struck with wooden mallets. The tombs are the final resting places of the senior officials of this region, the 16th Upper Egyptian province, which was known as the Oryx nome. The repetition of names like Baqet, Khety, and Khnumhotep through a number of generations suggests that many of the owners of these tombs were related.
Then proceed to visit the cult center of the god Thoth at Ashmunein. A provincial capital since the Old Kingdom of Egypt, Hermopolis developed into a major city of Roman Egypt, and an early Christian center from the third century. It was abandoned after the Muslim conquest but was restored as both a Latin Catholic (meanwhile suppressed) and a Coptic Orthodox titular see. End your tour at Tuna El-Gabal. It is the necropolis of Hermopolis Magna, ancient capital of the 15th nome and cult centre of Thot, god of writing and sciences. Then, go back to your Nile cruise. Overnight in El-Minya.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Set sail to Tell El-Amarna to visit the City of king Akhenaton where Tutankhamun was born. On a virgin site on the east bank of the Nile River, Akhenaten (Amenhotep IV) built the city about 1348 BCE as the new capital of his kingdom when he abandoned the worship of Amon and devoted himself to worship of the Aton. About four years after Akhenaten’s death (c. 1332), the court returned to Thebes, and the city was abandoned. Then, set sail to Assiut. Overnight in Assiut.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Set sail to Sohag to overnight there. Embrace the scenery. Capture memorable photos of the riverbanks, villages, and ancient ruins along the way. Enjoy onboard amenities.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Set sail to Baliana to visit the wonderful Temple of pharaoh Seti I at Abydos. The Temple of Seti I at Abydos is amongst the most famous, cited by many as the most impressive religious structure still standing in Egypt. Unlike other Egyptian temples, it is L-shaped rather than rectangular and incorporates seven great doorways and seven sanctuaries. The temple was dedicated to the major gods Osiris, Isis, Horus, Amun-Ra, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah as well as the deified Seti I himself. Then, set sail to Qena. Overnight in Qena.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Your 10th day of your 13 days Nile cruise journey is dedicated to Dendera. Visit the beautiful Temple of the goddess Hathor at Dendera. The temple of Dendera dates back to the Ptolemaic Period, although evidence points to older structures once existing on the site, dating as far back as king Pepy I, from the Old Kingdom. Among the temple’s most notable features are astronomical engravings on its ceiling. Then, set sail to Luxor. Overnight in Luxor.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today, you will visit the West Bank of Luxor. Discover the magnificent tombs of the pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings, where the kings of the New Kingdom were buried. The tombs in the Valley of the Kings are hewn out of the bedrock and decorated with scenes of the journey of the Sun-god Re through the underworld. Then proceed to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut. Hatshepsut served as solo pharaoh for 20 years. End your tour at the impressive Colossi of Memnon. Return back to your Nile cruise for a free evening in Luxor.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon over Luxor
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Explore the East bank of Luxor which includes the largest temple in the world, the Temple of Karnak. The Temple/Complex of Karnak was the great god’s chief sanctuary and much larger than any other monument in Egypt. This huge and splendid complex which actually contains many separate temples covers 1700 years of expansion and an area of 300 acres.
Then proceed to the majestic Temple of Luxor. The Temple of Luxor was built by the 18th Dynasty pharaoh Amenhotep III (1387-1349 BCE), the grandson of the military genius Tuthmosis III, and expanded by the 19th Dynasty pharaoh Ramses II (1279-1213 BCE). Numerous other sovereigns, including Tutankhamun, Horemhab, and Alexander the Great enriched the construction with reliefs, inscriptions, and minor buildings. Head back to your cruise for the final night of your 13 days Nile cruise journey.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wrap up your 13 days Nile cruise itinerary by disembarkation. Transfer to Luxor Airport. It is sad to leave, so feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
