Experience the magic of ancient Egypt with our unforgettable 13 day Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor. This extraordinary journey takes you deep into the heart of Egypt’s ancient civilization while sailing peacefully along the timeless Nile River. Discover magnificent pyramids, legendary temples, hidden archaeological treasures, and breathtaking landscapes on one of the most immersive Egypt Nile cruise packages.
Begin your adventure in Cairo, the vibrant capital of Egypt. Marvel at the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Sphinx, two of the world’s most famous ancient monuments. Then board your luxurious Nile cruise ship and begin your scenic journey south through Middle and Upper Egypt.
Sail to El-Minya to uncover the fascinating Tombs of Bani Hassan and the ancient city of Tell El-Amarna, once the capital of Pharaoh Akhenaten. Continue your Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise to Abydos, home to the remarkable Temple of Seti I, one of Egypt’s most beautifully decorated temples. Explore the stunning Temple of Hathor at Dendera, famous for its colorful ceilings and impressive carvings.
Your 13 day Egypt Nile cruise concludes in Luxor, the world’s greatest open-air museum. Discover the treasures of Luxor’s East and West Banks, including the legendary Valley of the Kings, the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and Luxor Temple.
Throughout your luxury Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor, enjoy elegant accommodations, exceptional onboard service, delicious cuisine, and panoramic Nile views. Whether you are passionate about history or searching for a once-in-a-lifetime cultural adventure, Egypt Best Vacations promises an unforgettable Nile cruise experience filled with timeless wonders and lifelong memories.
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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 day Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor. Free evening in Cairo.
Meals Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Your actual 13 day Egypt Nile cruise 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
After breakfast on your cruise ship, begin your Cairo sightseeing tour with a visit to the impressive Citadel of Saladin. A massive fortress built in 1172 to defend Cairo against the Crusaders. Inside the citadel, explore the magnificent Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, one of Cairo’s most famous Islamic landmarks.
Continue to Old Coptic Cairo to discover some of Egypt’s oldest Christian and Jewish heritage sites. Visit the historic Hanging Church, Abu Serga Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Each reflecting the rich spiritual history of Egypt.
Conclude your tour at the lively Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, the oldest and largest traditional market in Egypt. Wander through its colorful alleys filled with souvenirs, spices, handmade crafts, and local treasures before returning to your Nile cruise ship. Overnight onboard in Cairo.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Your Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise sets 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 long Nile cruise Egypt leads you to Bani Hassan Tombs. 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, head 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. Visiting El-Amarna is a highlight of your luxury Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor. 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 extended Nile cruise itinerary Egypt leads you 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 wonders of 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. Valley of the Kings contains 65 tombs, and your tour guide will recommend the best three tombs to visit.
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. Two giant statues survived from the temple of Amenhotep III. 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 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). Then, 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 Cairo Luxor cruise package.
Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wrap up your 13 day Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor by disembarkation. Then, transfer to Luxor Airport or Luxor railway or Luxor hotels. It is sad to leave, so feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
Meals Plan: Breakfast Only
