A Taste of Egypt
- 2026
- 2023-2025
Discover ancient Egypt: Cairo, its capital; Aswan, gateway to Africa; Luxor, site of famous Luxor temples; the iconic Pyramids of Cheops and Chephren; 3 nights aboard a deluxe Nile cruise ship.
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | February – December 2026 | Group Size | 16 travelers max |
| Themes | History & Culture, Bucket List, River Cruises | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. Expect early wake up times and very long days in order to fit in all included visits. The Nile cruise portion of this tour can total up to 100 passengers. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Uncover the legacy of Egypt, one of the world’s most extraordinary civilizations. Spend eight unforgettable days tracing the story of this timeless country, from the treasures of ancient dynasties to the lively energy of modern-day Cairo. Stand before the Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza, and wander through the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to millennia of art and history. Fly south to Aswan, where you’ll board a deluxe Nile River cruise and sail past monumental temples at Kom Ombo and Edfu before reaching Luxor, gateway to the Valley of the Kings. Every moment brings you closer to the heart of Egypt, a land where history lives on in every sunrise over the Nile.
Package includes
- Flights
- Cruise
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights from New York (JFK) via EgyptAir, including taxes & fees
- Arrival & departure transfers with meeting, assistance and porterage
- All intra-Egypt flights and ground transportation
- 3 nights Superior First Class hotel accommodations in Cairo
- 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise ship in an outside, middle deck cabin
- 14 meals: 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 3 dinners
- All shore excursions on Nile Cruise
- Comprehensive touring program including entrance fees
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist tour director and local guides
Optional add-ons
- Optional Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque
- Optional Nubian Village
- Optional excursion to Abu Simbel
Why you'll love it
- Spend 3 nights sailing along the Nile River aboard your deluxe Nile cruise ship.
- Browse the Grand Egyptian Museum's extensive collection of ancient treasures.
- Marvel at the mysterious Sphinx and the great Pyramids of Cheops and Chephren.
- Tour the granite quarries at Aswan's High Dam, which controls the Nile and is Egypt's major source of hydroelectric power.
- View the unique and fascinating drawings at the Temple of Kom Ombo.
- Sail from Edfu to Luxor, the capital of the New Kingdom and an important trade center of the ancient world.
- Visit the famous Luxor Temples, a remarkable complex built primarily during the New Kingdom.
- Explore the Valley of the Kings, once a royal burial ground for pharaohs.
Itinerary at a Glance
- 1 Depart USA
- 2 Arrive Cairo
- 3 Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx
- Optional Excursion: Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque
- 4 Cairo & Aswan
- Optional Excursion: Nubian Village
- 5 Kom Ombo
- Optional Excursion: Abu Simbel
- 6 Edfu & Luxor East Bank
- 7 Luxor West Bank & Cairo
- 8 Depart Cairo/Arrive USA
Dates & Prices
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA
- Check in for your overnight flight for Cairo
Day 2 Arrive Cairo
- Arrive in Cairo, Egypt
- Transfer to your hotel for check in
- Discover the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure
Day 3 Cairo, Pyramids & Sphinx
- Tour the Pyramids of Cheops and Chephren
- Visit the iconic Great Sphinx of Giza
- Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, or join an optional tour
Movenpick Cairo Media CityBreakfast & lunch
Day 4 Cairo & Aswan
- Board a early flight to Aswan
- See Aswan's High Dam and Old Dam
- Join an optional excursion to the Nubian Village
- Visit the temple on Philae Island
- Enjoy a tour by felucca
Al Amira or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 5 Kom Ombo
- Wander through the Aswan Spice Market, or join an optional tour of Abu Simbel
- Sail toward Kom Ombo
- Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, a rare temple dedicated to two gods
- Journey onward to Edfu for overnight
Al Amira or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6 Edfu & Luxor East Bank
- Enjoy an early morning horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Edfu
- Admire the scenery as you sail toward Luxor
- Explore the famous Luxor Temple
Al Amira or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 7 Luxor West Bank & Cairo
- Tour the West Bank of the Nile and the Valley of the Kings
- Visit the mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo
Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino Cairo or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 8 Depart Cairo/Arrive USA
- Bid farewell to Egypt as you're escorted to the airport for your return flight
- Arrive in the USA later today
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Hotels & Ship
Hotels
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Cruise Ship
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Travel visas are required for this package. Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
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What should I know about Egypt?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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