Essence Of Egypt & Dahabiya Nile Cruise In 7 Days

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  • Duration7 Days
  • AvailabilityEvery Day
  • PickupCairo Airport
  • Tour TypeSmall group
    (max 16 people)

Overview

Essence of Egypt & Dahabiya Nile Cruise Tour

Unveil the essence of Egypt & Dahabiya Nile cruise in 7 days tour. Explore the wonders of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Sail the peaceful Nile like a pharaoh on a Dahabiya Nile cruise from Aswan to Esna. Imagine waking up to the sun glinting off the Nile’s gentle waves, onboard your traditional Dahabiya cruise boat.

Begin your Essence of Egypt & Dahabiya Nile cruise in Cairo. Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the fabulous contents of the Egyptian Museum. Discover the first pyramid in history, the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, and the magnificent Citadel of Saladin. Fly from Cairo to Aswan to begin your 3-night Dahabiya Nile cruise from Aswan to Esna. Discover the beautiful Temple of Philae in Aswan. Explore the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Edfu. Discover the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the impressive Karnak Temple

Bidding farewell to Luxor’s magic, you hop on a short flight back to bustling Cairo, where the remaining chapters of your 7-day Egyptian adventure unfold! Buckle up for thrilling discoveries with our 7 day Egypt tour packages. From ancient wonders to modern marvels, all waiting to be unveiled in the vibrant Cairo landscape.

Tour Highlights

  • Visiting the only ancient wonder still standing, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, when you visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the giant Sphinx
  • The fabulous contents of the impressive Egyptian Museum
  • Sailing the peaceful Nile River like a pharaoh from Aswan to Esna on a Dahabiya Nile cruise for three nights
  • Ponder over the ancient Egyptian afterlife and underworld at the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings
  • The largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple in Luxor
  • The beautiful Temple of Philae in Aswan, the Pearl of Egypt

Price Includes

  • Meet & assist service upon arrival and departure
  • All transfers as per the itinerary by air-conditioned vehicles
  • 5-star standard hotel in Cairo on a Bed and Breakfast basis for 03 nights
  • Dahabiya Nile cruise on a full-board basis for 03 nights
  • 13 meals: 06 breakfasts, 04 lunches, and 03 dinners
  • Water, hot and soft drinks on the Dahabiya cruise
  • Hotel picks up and drops off
  • Entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Domestic flights as per the itinerary
  • Licensed Egyptologists tour guides
  • All service charges and local taxes

Price Excludes

  • International flights
  • Arrival visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Meals and drinks when not included
  • Any optional tour

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Cairo, Egypt

Arrival at Cairo International Airport includes a warm welcome and assistance from our “Egypt Best Vacations” representative, who will guide you through the arrival process and visa regulations. Enjoy a  transfer to your hotel and the beginning of your 7-day Egypt and Dahabiya cruise package.

Meals Plan: No Meals Included

Day 2Visit Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Saqqara

Your 7-day Egyptian expedition, the Essence of Egypt & Dahabiya Nile Cruise, blasts off right now! Get ready to unravel pharaoh’s secrets, soak in Nile’s timeless embrace, and dance under starlit skies. Let the magic begin!

Today, you will visit 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 remains (Khufu’s pyramid) awaits you. Are you ready to discover it from the inside? (Optional). Today you will learn about the history of the pyramids, how they were constructed, and why they were constructed. Then on to the first pyramid in history, the Step Pyramid of King Djoser at Saqqara. Saqqara is one of the most important and richest necropolises in Egypt. It was the cemetery of Memphis, the 1st capital city of United Egypt in 3200 BCE. Then, transfer back to your hotel.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Day 3Fly to Aswan - Dahabiya Nile Cruise Holiday

A wonderful Dahabiya Nile cruise beckons! The following four days of your 7-day Essence of Egypt & Dahabiya Nile cruise will be spent aboard a Dahabiya, exploring the River Nile. So, we will transfer you to Cairo Airport to fly to Aswan to begin your 3-night Dahabiya Nile River cruise from Aswan to Esna. Meet your guide just outside the arrival terminal at Aswan Airport to commence your Aswan tour.

Explore the wonders of the beautiful City of Aswan such as the High Dam, one of the great engineering feats of the 1960s. Then proceed to the beautiful Temple of Isis at Philae Island. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman era and, was dedicated to Isis, goddess of Love and Magic in ancient Egypt. You will end your tour at the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk. Then, transfer to your Dahabiya Nile cruise. Set sail to Kom Ombo to overnight there.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4Kom Ombo - Edfu

Breakfast then visit the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek together with the Crocodile Museum at Kom Ombo. This temple was built during the Greco-Roman period. The temple began during the time of Ptolemy V and was completed by the time of Emperor Tiberius. The emperors Domitian, Caracalla, and others added to the temple. So it took about 400 years to finish.

Enjoy a short visit to the Crocodile Museum before you go back to your Dahabiya Nile cruise to set sail to Gebel El Silsilah. Lunch on board and visit the Quarry of Gabal El-Silsilah where the ancient Egyptian workers cut the sandstone blocks to build temples for their gods. Visit the chapel of Horemheb at the quarry. Set sail to Edfu to overnight there. Enjoy your dinner while sailing.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5Edfu - Esna

Take a horse and carriage to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. The Temple of Horus in Edfu is the most intact temple in Egypt and one of the most beautiful temples built during the Greco-Roman period. The temple is very intact, none of its elements are missing but the Sacred Lake and two obelisks. The Temple of Edfu is fully inscribed with reliefs and hieroglyphs on its exterior and interior walls. Take your carriage back to your Dahabiya River Nile cruise to set sail to Esna. Overnight in Esna.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6Luxor highlights Tour - Fly back to Cairo

Disembarkation, followed by a transfer to Luxor to begin your Luxor highlights tour. Visit the magnificent Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom period were buried. Then proceed to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for about 20 years as a sole pharaoh. Continue to the giant Colossi of Memnon of Amenhotep III. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant then proceed to the Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Both two temples were dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut and Khonsu.

Bid farewell to Luxor’s majestic Nile embrace, as a short flight whisks you back to Cairo. But fear not, for your 7-day Egypt and Dahabiya cruise is far from over! Cairo, with its pulsating energy and hidden treasures, awaits to unveil its vibrant charms, adding a thrilling contrast to your Nile’s serenity. 

Optional tour: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon over Luxor

Meals Plan: Breakfast & Lunch 

Day 7End of your Essence of Egypt & Dahabiya Nile cruise in 7 days

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 at the historical bazaar of Khan El-Khalili, the largest bazaar in the Middle East. 

Conclude your 7-day Essence of Egypt & Dahabiya Nile cruise with a transfer to Cairo Airport for your departure. While bidding farewell is always bittersweet, feel free to inquire us about your next exciting adventure in Egypt.

Meals Plan: Breakfast Only

Things to Know

Pricing Policy

All our prices are in USD per person per trip. You can also make your payment online through a secure payment gateway with no additional fees or surcharges.

The initial price is based on one adult in a group and reflects the lowest price during the low season.

Tour Voucher

Once your tour is confirmed, we will send you an email with the final tour confirmation and a voucher to print and bring with you. This voucher will include all necessary details, such as customer care contact numbers, the tour operator’s information, and other relevant details for your convenience.

Tipping

Tipping is not included in our tour packages and is left entirely to your discretion. While it is not mandatory, it is greatly appreciated by the people who assist you during your journey.

Children Policy

  • 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (unless flights are included).
  • 2 – 5.99 years: Pay 25% of the tour price or 50% if flights or a sleeper train are included.
  • 6 – 11.99 years: Pay 50% of the tour price.
  • 12+ years: Pay the full tour price as an adult.
  • If your tour package includes airfare, additional charges for children may apply.

Cancellation Policy

We do not charge cancellation fees for tours canceled due to ‘force majeure’ events such as natural disasters or other uncontrollable circumstances. However, if you cancel for personal or business reasons after we have incurred booking costs on your behalf, these costs will be charged to you.

  • Less than 30 days before check-in: 100% of the total amount will be charged.
  • 31 to 60 days before check-in: 50% of the total amount will be charged.
  • 61 to 90 days before check-in: 15% of the total amount will be charged.

Deposit and Payment

Between 25-50% to secure your booking through a payment link. Payment can be made via credit or debit card (MasterCard/Visa) through our VeriSign Secured payment system. The remaining balance must be paid in cash to our representative upon the start of your tour.

Travel Insurance

We don’t provide a travel insurance. We recommend to buy it beforehand if you want

Extra Expenses & Additional Entry Tickets

Our tours do not include entrance fees for special archaeological sites such as:

  • Walking inside the pyramids.
  • Tombs of Seti I and Ramses V in the Valley of the Kings
  • Entering the Tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.

These attractions require an additional fee. Please contact us if you would like to add or adjust anything in your itinerary.

Other personal expenses during your trip may include:

  • Food tours and alcoholic beverages.
  • Tipping for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.
  • Visa fees and recreational activities.
  • Additional transportation.
  • Unexpected costs due to bad weather, flight cancellations, or extra hotel nights and meals.

FAQs

What is the Best Tour Operator for Egypt?

The best tour operator for Egypt depends on your preferences for experience, budget, and itinerary. These companies offer tailored Egypt vacation packages, with expert guides and well-planned itineraries. Egypt Best Vacations is a notable choice for those looking for personalized tours that cover a variety of Egypt’s top attractions, including historical sites, luxurious resorts, and unique cultural experiences.

Is Egypt Safe for Tourists?

Yes, Egypt is generally safe for tourists, especially in popular tourist areas such as Cairo, Luxor, Sharm El Sheikh, and Hurghada. However, like any destination, travelers should take standard safety precautions. It’s important to stay updated on local news, follow travel advisories, and avoid politically sensitive areas. Tourists are advised to stay in well-known hotels, use reputable tour operators, and be cautious of scams in busy areas. Overall, Egypt remains a popular and safe destination for travelers.

Are Private Tours in Egypt Worth It?

Yes, private tours in Egypt are worth it for many reasons. They offer a more personalized experience, allowing you to explore Egypt’s most famous sites, such as the Pyramids of Giza and the temples of Luxor, at your own pace. A private guide can provide in-depth historical insights and local knowledge, enriching the overall experience. Private tours also offer flexibility in terms of itinerary, making them an excellent option for those looking for a more tailored and exclusive experience in Egypt.

What Are the Must-See Sights in Egypt?

Egypt is home to many famous landmarks. Here are the must-see sights:

  • The Pyramids of Giza: The iconic Great Pyramid, the Sphinx, and the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure.
  • Luxor: Known as the world’s greatest open-air museum, featuring the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.
  • The Grand Egyptian Museum (Cairo): home to thousands of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun.
  • Abu Simbel: Stunning temples carved into the mountains by Ramses II.
  • The Nile River: A cruise along the Nile offers a unique view of Egypt’s ancient sites and landscapes.
  • Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada: Famous for their beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and resorts.

Which Egypt Tour is Best?

The best Egypt tour depends on your interests. For a comprehensive experience, Nile River Cruises are incredibly popular as they combine sightseeing with relaxation. A tour that includes both Cairo and Luxor is ideal for history lovers, as these cities are home to the majority of Egypt’s ancient monuments. If you’re interested in exploring beyond the famous sights, a desert safari tour or a Red Sea beach holiday (including Sharm El Sheikh or Hurghada) could be the best option for a balanced trip of culture, adventure, and relaxation. Ultimately, the best tour will match your interests, whether it’s history, adventure, or a mix of both.