Outstanding 6 Days Cairo Stay & Nile River Cruise Tour from Netherlands. Embark on a captivating journey that will take you through the ancient wonders of Egypt, immersing you in its rich history and timeless beauty. 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. In Cairo, you will 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, the “6 days Cairo stay and Nile River cruise from Netherlands” tour promises an unforgettable experience. Prepare to be captivated by the mysteries of the pyramids, enchanted by the treasures of ancient civilization, and embraced by the warm hospitality of Egypt. Get ready to embark on a journey of a lifetime as you unlock the jewels of Egypt along the banks of the Nile.
One of our representatives 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. Transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo
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 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.
Transfer to your Nile cruise ship. Overnight in Aswan.
Optional tour: Nubian Village in Aswan
Enjoy a free morning onboard your Nile cruise ship or join us on an optional tour to the phenomenal temples of Abu Simbel.
In the afternoon the Nile cruise ship sails down to Kom Ombo where you can visit the temple which the Egyptians dedicated it to two gods, Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. At the end of your tour, you will have a short visit to the Crocodile Museum then the ship will proceed down to Edfu, where it will dock. 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. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is one of the largest and most important museums in the world. The museum contains more than 120,000 pieces from all periods of Ancient Egyptian history. It was designed by the French Architect Marcel Dourgnon and built by an Italian company in 1902 during the time of Khedive Abbas Helmi II.
This is the end of your 6 Days Cairo Stay & Nile River cruise from Netherlands, then you will take a transfer to Cairo Airport in preparation for your final departure.
