Outstanding 6 Days Cairo Stay & Nile River Cruise Tour from Netherlands. This extraordinary adventure combines the vibrant city of Cairo with a mesmerizing Nile River cruise, offering a perfect blend of cultural exploration and serene relaxation.
Begin your 6 days Cairo Stay & Nile River Cruise Tour from Netherlands in Cairo. Stand in awe before the majestic Pyramids of Giza, and marvel at the enigmatic Sphinx. Delve into the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian artifacts at the renowned Egyptian Museum.
Fly from Cairo to Aswan to begin your 3-night Nile River cruise to Luxor. You will sail along the legendary Nile River, following in the footsteps of pharaohs and explorers. From Aswan to Luxor, you will witness architectural wonders such as the Philae Temple, Karnak Temple complex and the Valley of the Kings, where ancient tombs hold captivating secrets. As you glide along the Nile’s tranquil waters, soak in the breathtaking landscapes and immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Egypt.
With expert tour guides to illuminate Egypt’s storied past and fine accommodations to ensure your comfort. This “6 days Cairo stay and Nile River cruise from Netherlands” tour promises an unforgettable experience. Get ready to embark on a journey of a lifetime as you unlock the jewels of Egypt along the banks of the Nile with our exclusive Egypt tours from Netherlands.
Egypt Best Vacations representative will meet you at Cairo International Airport to help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Meet your guide outside the arrival terminal to begin your 6 Days Cairo Stay & Nile River Cruise from Netherlands. Enjoy a guided tour to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Your Egyptologist tour guide will explain to you how and why the Ancient Egyptian kings built the Pyramids. He will tell you about the mystery behind the pyramids. Then, transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo
A terrific Nile River cruise holiday beckons! You will spend the next four days of your 6 days Cairo stay & Nile River cruise from the Netherlands on board a River Nile cruise. So, you will take a transfer from your hotel to Cairo Airport to fly to Aswan to begin your 3-night Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
Meet your guide just outside the arrival terminal at Aswan Airport to commence your Aswan tour. Your first stop will be at the High Dam, a dam built in the 1960s, to generate hydroelectricity and to stop floods. Then take a motorboat to explore the Temple of Philae, which was built primarily during the Ptolemaic period and is one of the most incredible temples in Egypt. It was due to the construction of the two dams in Aswan that UNESCO had to relocate the temple. End your journey at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, transfer to your Nile cruise ship. Overnight in Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village in Aswan
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As the midday sun warms the air, your Nile cruise sets sail for Kom Ombo. Disembark and explore the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Horus and Sobek. Enjoy a short visit to the Crocodile Museum, before you go back to your river cruise to set sail to Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.
After or before breakfast, you will take a horse-drawn carriage to visit Edfu’s Temple of Horus, which was built during the Greco-Roman era and is the most intact temple in Egypt. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls.
Take your carriage back to your river cruise to set sail to Luxor via the Lock of Esna. Once you reach Luxor, you will have the chance to visit the largest temple in Egypt, the Temple of Karnak, which was built by several pharaohs in ancient times. Then proceed the majestic Temple of Luxor, which is connected to Karnak by the ceremonial avenue of the Sphinxes which was recently restored. These temples were dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, the Theban Triad. Overnight in Luxor.
You will disembark from your cruise ship after breakfast in order to explore the western side of Luxor. In the first part of your tour, you will explore the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried to hide from grave robbers. A total of 65 tombs can be found in the Valley of the Kings. Your guide will recommend the top three tombs that are open to the public that you should visit.
Then, you will proceed to the Temple of Hatshepsut, the female pharaoh who served as a solo pharaoh for about 20 years after convincing the people that she was a man. You will then visit the Colossi of Memnon which lies in the Temple of Amenhotep III.
Transfer to Luxor Airport to fly back to Cairo. Transfer to your hotel for the last night of your 6 days Cairo Stay & Nile River cruise from Netherland. Overnight in Cairo.
Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning Over Luxor
Explore the fantastic contents of the historical Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square in Cairo. Hundreds of objects from all periods of Egypt’s past are displayed on the two floors of the museum.
From the museum to the Citadel of the Sunni Muslim leader Saladin, which was built in 1172 to defend Cairo against the Crusaders. The White Mosque of Mohammed Ali Pasha is a prominent feature of the citadel. You will finish your tour today at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East.
Conclude your 6 Days Cairo Stay & Nile River cruise from Netherlands with a transfer to Cairo Airport in preparation for your final departure. Feel free to contact us about your next adventure in Egypt.
