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Egypt with Nile Cruise

From the Great Pyramids to Luxor, this Globus Egypt our with Nile cruise takes you to the most fascinating sites of Egypt. See the Sphinx, Luxor, and more!

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Egypt with Nile Cruise
That calendar you live by—the one with 365 days divided into 12 months—you can thank the ancient Egyptians for the handy invention that helps you manage your time. In this 9-day vacation, you’ll marvel at many other amazing accomplishments of this remarkable civilization. The daunting Great Pyramids, the enigmatic Sphinx and the extraordinary temples of Luxor and Karnak are well worth the journey as are the sparkling treasures inside Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum, including the fascinating burial items from the opulent tomb of “King Tut.” As you sail down the legendary Nile from Luxor to Aswan on this enthralling tour of Egypt, you’ll also stand in awe at the Kom Ombo Temple, barter for goods at the bustling bazaars, and sway to the rhythmic drums on a relaxing felucca ride down the Nile.

Day 1: ARRIVE IN CAIRO, EGYPT

Welcome to Cairo! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

Day 2: CAIRO. EXCURSION TO GIZA

Secrets of the Sphinx Your Egyptian discovery starts in the vibrant city of Cairo, located on the River Nile, with a guided sightseeing tour that features a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Later, a short drive to Giza is the start of an iconic visit to see some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world - the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORY & MYSTERY Get up close and personal with The Pyramids of Giza - one of the World’s Seven Wonders. Ponder the enigmatic secrets of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Marvel at the massive monument of Cheops, the most colossal pyramid ever built, with an original height of 496 feet.

Day 3: CAIRO–LUXOR (EMBARKATION)

River Mysteries Revealed Today, depart Cairo and fly to Luxor. Embark your cruise ship for the start of your Nile River Cruise. Start to get acquainted with the ship and enjoy lunch on board. This afternoon, join the guided sightseeing tour to see the breathtaking Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt, and the Luxor Temple, also known as “the Southern Sanctuary”. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT ANCIENT CITIES See the stunning monuments of Luxor and Karnak, ancient cities whose combined populations once topped one million. Walk among the pillars of the colossal Temple of Amun Ra and along the Avenue of the Sphinxes for an experience you will treasure for a lifetime.

Day 4: CRUISING: LUXOR–ESNA–EDFU

Kings, Queens & Captain’s Cocktails Enjoy some free time to explore more of Luxor at your own pace, once the site of Ancient Thebes and still home to an amazing number of Egyptian monuments. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to the West Bank. Back on board, enjoy the captain’s welcome cocktail party and set sail for Edfu. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS Venture into the “World’s greatest open-air Museum”, where most of the ruins and artefacts at the site have been preserved and are still in their original forms.

Day 5: CRUISING: EDFU–KOM OMBO–ASWAN

Egyptian Gods & Gowns Today, in Edfu, visit the impressive Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch while sailing. Call at Kom Ombo for a guided walking tour featuring the temple dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods. Enjoy some free time to browse. Continue sailing towards Aswan and this evening enjoy a Galabeya (traditional Egyptian gown) party on board. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE Explore captivating Kom Ombo with a walking tour of its bluff-top twin temples. Gaze at the spellbinding temples dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek-Ra and the falcon god Horus.

Day 6: CRUISING: ASWAN

Landscapes & Legends of the Nile Today discover Aswan, the land of gold that has kept the treasures of the pharaohs for centuries. [LF] Sail on a felucca (traditional wooden sailing boat) around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan. This evening, on board your ship, take part in a Nubian Folklore presentation. (B,L,D)LOCAL FAVORITE EPIC RIDE Sail from Aswan on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian wooden boat with a canvas sail. Capture the wind to move effortlessly around the botanical sanctuary of Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan – the stately and austere dome-topped rose limestone monument and Carrara-marble tomb of the 20th-century religious and political leader.

Day 7: DISEMBARKATION. ASWAN

At Leisure in Aswan This morning, disembark your ship and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an afternoon and evening at leisure to explore more of Aswan independently or join an optional excursion. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE with an optional excursion to the High Dam, the Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Learn how in the early 1970s, after the inauguration of the Aswan High Dam, raging floods risked the submersion of Philae. The rescue of these Nubian monuments is thanks to the joint effort between the Egyptian government and UNESCO, who then moved the sanctuary to higher ground. How did they do it? They dismantled the structures into 40,000 blocks and transferred them brick by brick to their new home.

Day 8: ASWAN–CAIRO

Capital Ideas in Cairo Depart Aswan this morning and take a flight to Cairo. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in this exciting city before joining your travel companions for a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D)ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE in the “the city of a thousand minarets” with its skyline filled with many mosques, castles, and churches in this bustling and historic metropolis.

Day 9: CAIRO

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Details

Tour Operator
Globus
Start City
CAI
End City
CAI
Duration (Days)
9
Pricing & departures
Option From Departs Returns
Land Only (Double) USD 3,040 January 2, 2027 January 10, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,910 January 2, 2027 January 10, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,040 January 9, 2027 January 17, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,910 January 9, 2027 January 17, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,040 January 16, 2027 January 24, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,910 January 16, 2027 January 24, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 January 23, 2027 January 31, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 January 23, 2027 January 31, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 January 30, 2027 February 7, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 January 30, 2027 February 7, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 February 6, 2027 February 14, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 February 6, 2027 February 14, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 February 13, 2027 February 21, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 February 13, 2027 February 21, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 February 20, 2027 February 28, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 February 20, 2027 February 28, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 February 27, 2027 March 7, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 February 27, 2027 March 7, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 March 6, 2027 March 14, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 March 6, 2027 March 14, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 March 13, 2027 March 21, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 March 13, 2027 March 21, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 March 20, 2027 March 28, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 March 20, 2027 March 28, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 March 27, 2027 April 4, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 March 27, 2027 April 4, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 April 10, 2027 April 18, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 April 10, 2027 April 18, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 April 17, 2027 April 25, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,020 April 17, 2027 April 25, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 April 24, 2027 May 2, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,970 April 24, 2027 May 2, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 May 1, 2027 May 9, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,970 May 1, 2027 May 9, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 May 8, 2027 May 16, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,970 May 8, 2027 May 16, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,150 May 15, 2027 May 23, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,970 May 15, 2027 May 23, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 2,540 August 14, 2027 August 22, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,360 August 14, 2027 August 22, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,040 August 21, 2027 August 29, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,860 August 21, 2027 August 29, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,040 August 28, 2027 September 5, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,860 August 28, 2027 September 5, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,040 September 4, 2027 September 12, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,860 September 4, 2027 September 12, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,040 September 11, 2027 September 19, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,860 September 11, 2027 September 19, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,040 September 18, 2027 September 26, 2027
Single Supplement USD 3,860 September 18, 2027 September 26, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,250 September 25, 2027 October 3, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,140 September 25, 2027 October 3, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,250 October 2, 2027 October 10, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,140 October 2, 2027 October 10, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,250 October 9, 2027 October 17, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,140 October 9, 2027 October 17, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,250 October 16, 2027 October 24, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,140 October 16, 2027 October 24, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,250 October 23, 2027 October 31, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,140 October 23, 2027 October 31, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,250 October 30, 2027 November 7, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,140 October 30, 2027 November 7, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,250 November 20, 2027 November 28, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,140 November 20, 2027 November 28, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,250 November 27, 2027 December 5, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,140 November 27, 2027 December 5, 2027
Land Only (Double) USD 3,220 December 4, 2027 December 12, 2027
Single Supplement USD 4,110 December 4, 2027 December 12, 2027
Day by day
  1. Day 1

    ARRIVE IN CAIRO, EGYPT

    Welcome to Cairo! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

  2. Day 2

    CAIRO. EXCURSION TO GIZA

    Secrets of the Sphinx Your Egyptian discovery starts in the vibrant city of Cairo, located on the River Nile, with a guided sightseeing tour that features a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Later, a short drive to Giza is the start of an iconic visit to see some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world - the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORY & MYSTERY Get up close and personal with The Pyramids of Giza - one of the World’s Seven Wonders. Ponder the enigmatic secrets of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Marvel at the massive monument of Cheops, the most colossal pyramid ever built, with an original height of 496 feet.

  3. Day 3

    CAIRO–LUXOR (EMBARKATION)

    River Mysteries Revealed Today, depart Cairo and fly to Luxor. Embark your cruise ship for the start of your Nile River Cruise. Start to get acquainted with the ship and enjoy lunch on board. This afternoon, join the guided sightseeing tour to see the breathtaking Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt, and the Luxor Temple, also known as “the Southern Sanctuary”. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT ANCIENT CITIES See the stunning monuments of Luxor and Karnak, ancient cities whose combined populations once topped one million. Walk among the pillars of the colossal Temple of Amun Ra and along the Avenue of the Sphinxes for an experience you will treasure for a lifetime.

  4. Day 4

    CRUISING: LUXOR–ESNA–EDFU

    Kings, Queens & Captain’s Cocktails Enjoy some free time to explore more of Luxor at your own pace, once the site of Ancient Thebes and still home to an amazing number of Egyptian monuments. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to the West Bank. Back on board, enjoy the captain’s welcome cocktail party and set sail for Edfu. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS Venture into the “World’s greatest open-air Museum”, where most of the ruins and artefacts at the site have been preserved and are still in their original forms.

  5. Day 5

    CRUISING: EDFU–KOM OMBO–ASWAN

    Egyptian Gods & Gowns Today, in Edfu, visit the impressive Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch while sailing. Call at Kom Ombo for a guided walking tour featuring the temple dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods. Enjoy some free time to browse. Continue sailing towards Aswan and this evening enjoy a Galabeya (traditional Egyptian gown) party on board. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE Explore captivating Kom Ombo with a walking tour of its bluff-top twin temples. Gaze at the spellbinding temples dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek-Ra and the falcon god Horus.

  6. Day 6

    CRUISING: ASWAN

    Landscapes & Legends of the Nile Today discover Aswan, the land of gold that has kept the treasures of the pharaohs for centuries. [LF] Sail on a felucca (traditional wooden sailing boat) around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan. This evening, on board your ship, take part in a Nubian Folklore presentation. (B,L,D)LOCAL FAVORITE EPIC RIDE Sail from Aswan on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian wooden boat with a canvas sail. Capture the wind to move effortlessly around the botanical sanctuary of Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan – the stately and austere dome-topped rose limestone monument and Carrara-marble tomb of the 20th-century religious and political leader.

  7. Day 7

    DISEMBARKATION. ASWAN

    At Leisure in Aswan This morning, disembark your ship and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an afternoon and evening at leisure to explore more of Aswan independently or join an optional excursion. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE with an optional excursion to the High Dam, the Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Learn how in the early 1970s, after the inauguration of the Aswan High Dam, raging floods risked the submersion of Philae. The rescue of these Nubian monuments is thanks to the joint effort between the Egyptian government and UNESCO, who then moved the sanctuary to higher ground. How did they do it? They dismantled the structures into 40,000 blocks and transferred them brick by brick to their new home.

  8. Day 8

    ASWAN–CAIRO

    Capital Ideas in Cairo Depart Aswan this morning and take a flight to Cairo. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in this exciting city before joining your travel companions for a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D)ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE in the “the city of a thousand minarets” with its skyline filled with many mosques, castles, and churches in this bustling and historic metropolis.

  9. Day 9

    CAIRO

    Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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