Discover Egypt’s most iconic treasures on this 8-day private journey. Start in Cairo with the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids and ancient Saqqara. Dive into history at the Egyptian Museum and stroll through the vibrant alleys of Khan El Khalili. Fly south to Aswan and sail in style on a 5★ Nile Cruise, visiting majestic temples in Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor. Explore the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, and Hatshepsut Temple before returning to Cairo.
This carefully curated itinerary blends history, culture, and luxury – ideal for first-time visitors seeking the full Egyptian experience with expert local guidance every step of the way.
✈️ Arrival & Hotel Check-in
Meet & greet at Cairo International Airport
Transfer to hotel in Giza
Overnight stay at your hotel in Giza
📍 Ancient Wonders Tour
Breakfast at the hotel
Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza: Khufu, Khafre & Menkaure
Explore the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple
Discover the Step Pyramid of Saqqara
Lunch included during the tour
Return to your hotel in Giza for overnight stay
🏛️ History, Spirituality & Souvenirs
Breakfast at the hotel
Visit the Egyptian Museum (including treasures of Tutankhamun)
Explore Coptic Cairo: Hanging Church & Church of St. Sergius
Stroll through Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Lunch during the tour
Return to hotel for overnight stay in Giza
✈️ Fly South – Begin the Nile Cruise
Breakfast at the hotel
Domestic flight to Aswan
Check-in to your 5★ Nile Cruise
Visit Philae Temple (dedicated to goddess Isis)
Explore the Aswan High Dam
Lunch & dinner on board
Overnight stay on the cruise
🏜️ Temples of the South
Early private trip to the Abu Simbel Temples (Ramses II & Nefertari)
Lunch on the cruise
Visit Kom Ombo Temple (dedicated to Sobek & Horus)
Dinner on board
Overnight stay on the cruise
⛵ Temples Along the Nile
Breakfast on board
Visit Edfu Temple (Temple of Horus – one of the best-preserved)
Sail to Luxor
Evening visit to Luxor Temple, beautifully lit at night
Dinner on board
Overnight stay on the cruise
⛏️ Explore the Ancient Capital
Breakfast on board
Visit the Valley of the Kings (entry to 3 tombs)
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple – one of the largest religious complexes ever built
Transfer to Luxor Airport & flight back to Cairo
Overnight stay at hotel in Giza
👋 Goodbye Egypt
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight
All private airport transfers in Cairo, Aswan & Luxor
4 nights in Pyramid View hotel (B&B basis)
3 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise (Full Board)
All tours with professional Italian-speaking guides
All entrance fees & permits
Private trip to Abu Simbel
Domestic flights: Cairo–Aswan & Luxor–Cairo
Daily bottled water
All taxes and service charges
International flights
Egypt entry visa (€25 per person)
Tips for guides, drivers, and representatives
Answer: Yes, absolutely. To ensure a seamless and time-saving journey, all domestic flight tickets (from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor back to Cairo) are fully included in the total tour package price.
Answer: You will stay on a luxury 5-star Nile Cruise ship. The “Full Board” basis means that all your main meals on board—Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner—are fully covered and served as high-quality buffet or set menus, starting from lunch on arrival day to breakfast on departure day.
Answer: Unlike many other tours, our 8-day itinerary fully includes the private excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples of Ramses II and Nefertari. We arrange the private transport and guiding directly from Aswan so you don’t have to worry about any hidden extra costs.
Answer: You will be accompanied by highly professional, licensed expert Egyptologists who possess deep knowledge of ancient Egyptian history. They will provide private guiding through the Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, and all the ancient temples along the Nile. (Note: Guides are available in multiple languages, including English and Italian).
Answer: The tour involves moderate walking on uneven ground, gravel, and stone steps inside ancient temples and tombs (such as the Valley of the Kings). We highly recommend wearing comfortable, supportive walking shoes. The pacing of our private tours is completely flexible and can be adapted to your comfort level.