CAIRO
AND NILE CRUISE TOURS 2023 / 2024
Cairo and Nile cruise tours are
popular travel itineraries for exploring the ancient wonders of Egypt. These
tours typically combine visits to Cairo, the capital city of Egypt, with a
cruise along the Nile
River, allowing travelers to experience the rich history and cultural
heritage of the region. Here's a general overview of what you can expect from
Cairo and Nile cruise tours:
Cairo:
Cairo is a vibrant city with a
fascinating mix of ancient and modern attractions. Some of the must-visit sites
in Cairo include:
Giza Plateau: Explore the famous
Giza Necropolis, home to the Great Pyramids of Giza, including the iconic
Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops), Pyramid of Khafre, and Pyramid of Menkaure. You can
also see the Sphinx, a magnificent statue with the body of a lion and the head
of a human.
Egyptian Museum: Discover the
world's most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the
treasures of Tutankhamun. The museum showcases thousands of years of history,
art, and culture.
Islamic Cairo: Visit the
historic Islamic quarter, which is home to numerous mosques, madrasas (Islamic
schools), and bustling markets like Khan El Khalili. Explore landmarks like the
Citadel of Saladin, with its impressive Mosque of Muhammad Ali.
Coptic Cairo: Discover the
Christian heritage of Egypt by exploring ancient churches, including the
Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church) and the Coptic
Museum.
Nile River Cruise:
After exploring Cairo, many
tours proceed to embark on a Nile River cruise. The Nile is the longest river
in Africa and has played a crucial role in Egypt's history. During the cruise,
you'll typically travel from Luxor to Aswan (or vice versa) and visit several
important sites along the way. These may include:
Luxor: Explore the Karnak Temple
Complex, including the Temple of Amun-Ra and the Avenue of Sphinxes. Visit the
Valley of the Kings, where ancient pharaohs were buried, and the Mortuary
Temple of Hatshepsut.
Edfu: Discover the Temple of
Horus, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. It's dedicated to
the falcon-headed god Horus.
Kom Ombo: Visit the unique
Temple of Kom Ombo, which is dedicated to two gods, Sobek (the crocodile god)
and Horus.
Aswan: Explore the High Dam, a
modern engineering marvel that controls the flow of the Nile. Visit the Philae
Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and take a boat ride to the beautiful
Temple of Abu Simbel (optional).
Throughout the Nile cruise,
you'll enjoy scenic views of the river, witness rural life along the banks, and
experience the serene beauty of the Egyptian countryside.
It's worth noting that tour
itineraries may vary, and the duration of the trip can range from a few days to
a week or more, depending on your preferences and the specific tour package you
choose. It's always a good idea to check with tour operators or travel agencies
for detailed information and to ensure you get the most out of your Cairo and
Nile cruise experience.
Cairo
and Nile Cruise tours,
visit Al Qahira, Luxor Aswan, immerse yourself in all the joy of an old-world
holiday, Stunning tours from Cairo to Aswan, Cairo and Nile cruise tours, Enjoy
cruising majestic river Nile cruise. Experience Egypt’s most beautiful side
– its unforgettable river landscapes, countless attractions, small towns and
pulsating cities
Itinerary
Cairo and Nile cruise 7nights 8 days
Cairo and Nile cruise tour package is including 3 nights
Cairo and 4 nights Nile Cruise
Day 1 Arrival Cairo Al Qahira city
Welcome to Cairo, Please Provide “Nesma†our tour operator by your flight
number, arrival time, and airport of origin, You will be provided by the best
of our travel service, World Tour device tour representative will wait for you
in Cairo airport, World tour advice promised you to offer best of the best
service for you & your family and friends to enjoy every moment during your
Cairo and Nile cruise holiday; our representative will help you in all the
arrival procedures, then comfortable private transfer by AC modern cars
to your hotel in Cairo , World Tour representative will help you to check
in a smooth way & overnight in Cairo.
Day 2 Museum, pyramids & market, Cairo & Nile
Cruise Tours
Meet your private tour guide (Fardos, Ahmed or Amany Fahmy
), then enjoy a guided tour to explore Giza pyramids, valley temple and the
Egyptian museum in Cairo, lunch meal at good quality restaurant, drive to the
old Suq ( KhanKhalili market, free time in market, then drive to Hotel
Overnight in Cairo
Day 3 Fly From Cairo to Luxor- Nile cruises tours
World Tour Advice tour rep (Mr Amir) will transfer you to
Cairo airport to fly to Luxor, upon arrival to Luxor you will be met by other
tour rep, a direct transfer to your Nile cruise ship, Experience Egypt’s most
beautiful side – its unforgettable river landscapes, countless attractions,
small towns and pulsating cities, Meet your Egyptology tour guide who will
accompany you in sightseeing tour to visit Luxor East Bank (Karnak and Luxor
temples) Enjoy your afternoon tea ,, free time for optional tours, Dinner on
board
Overnight in Luxor
Day - 4) Cairo and Nile cruises tours – Luxor Tours
Enjoy your breakfast on board, Accompany your tour guide to
visit Luxor West Bank sites, For a history buff it will be one of best
experiences in life, Visiting (Valley of Kings & valley of Queens,
Queen Hatshepsut temple at El-Deir El- Bahari, then Memnon statues), Nile
cruise will proceed Sailing to Esna at 13:00, Lunch on board, Enjoy your
afternoon tea on the cruise sundeck, Captin's welcome cocktail, Dinner on
board, Disco & music in the evening
Overnight in Esna
Day - 5) Cairo and Nile cruises - Edfu and Kom Ombo tour
Your Nile cruise ship will proceed Sailing to Edfu at 5:00,
Enjoy your breakfast on board during the sailing time, Arrial to Edfu, a tour
to visit Horus temple in Edfu, Proceed sailing to Kom Ombo, Lunch meal on
board, Afternoon tea, Upon arrival to Kom Ombo, a guided tour to visit the
temple shared by two gods Sobek & Haeroris in Kom Ombo, Dinner on board,
Egyptian Galabya ​​party
Overnight in Kom Ombo
Day - 6) Nile cruises tours - Aswan
There are many sites to visit in Aswan, Aswan is not a place
to hurry. Aswan Nile river is wide, languorous and fantastic, flowing gently
down from Nasser Lake around stunning black-granite stones Colorful
Nubian villages emerge against the backdrop of the west bank's desert
cliff.
meet your tour guide to start your tours by visiting Aswan
high dam, then Philae temple then the unfinished obelisk, back to cruise
Afternoon optional tours Tour to the village or to the
botanic garden or both of them in one tour
Enjoy your dinner onboard, At night enjoy time at disco
onboard or night parties Happy dreams
Overnight in Aswan.
Day - 7) Cairo and Nile cruises tours- Abu Simbel optional
tour-Departure
Breakfast on board the cruise ship, Disembarkation at 08:00
am, There is a chance to make an optional tour in the Early morning to visit
Ramsses II and Nefertari temples at Abu Simbel (Recommended), Transfer to
airport to fly to Cairo
Overnight in Cairo
Day 8 ) transfer to airport for final departure
Breakfast followed by check out, meet World Tour
Advice representative, drive to airport, final departure
Note We make the same itinerary but with 3 nights 4
days Nile cruise tours and accommodation, or 7 nights 8 days Nile cruise
( Note that Nesma our tour operator can change itinerary
order if you want to start cruise then Cairo or if You want 3 nights Nile
cruise not 4 nights, We are flexible and can tailor made your holiday to
explore Cairo and to enjoy the Nile cruise, so just contact us and We will
discuss all detauils with you )
Included
Cairo and Nile cruise tour package includes
Pick up and drop off from Cairo airport
All transfers by Ac van
Flight ticket Cairo Luxor-Aswan Cairo
All tours as per itinerary
Private tour guides during Cairo and Nile cruise
Lunch meals during Cairo tours
Accommodation 3 nights in Cairo B.B, You can choose either 4 or 5
stars hotels
Accommodation 4 nights full board in Nile cruise ship 5 stars
Excluded
Cairo and Nile cruise tour excludes
Anything not mentioned in our Qahira ( Cairo) and Nile cruise tour
Tipping
Beverages
Optional tours
For more information about other itineraries of Nile cruises
and different Nile cruise ships click the links
Luxor Aswan Nile Cruises
Nasser lake cruises
Nile cruises packages
Cairo Day Tours
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