9 Days Cairo, Alexandria and Nile Cruise Culture Tour

You will have your breakfast, and then your private tour guide will escort you to the magnificent Culture constructions that shed some light on one of the greatest aspects of mankind such as:

Giza Pyramids Complex

The Great Pyramid of Giza, built by King Khufu around 2580 BC, is over 4,500 years old and was the tallest man-made structure for nearly 4,000 years. Made of about 2.3 million limestone blocks, it remains a marvel of ancient engineering and mystery.

The Great Pyramid

The Great Pyramid of Khufu, built around 2580 BC, is the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. Standing 147 meters tall and made of 2.3 million limestone blocks, it remained the tallest structure for nearly 3,800 years. Its scale and design continue to amaze and inspire awe.

The Valley Temple

This well-preserved ancient monument, built from limestone and granite, was the site of Egypt’s Old Kingdom mummification process. It also houses impressive diorite statues of King Khafre, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era.

The Great Sphinx

The Great Sphinx of Giza, the oldest known statue, depicts a lion’s body with a human head—believed to represent King Khafre. Measuring 73 meters long, it symbolizes strength and wisdom and remains shrouded in mystery.

Lunch Time

You will have your lunch, then head with your tour guide to:

The Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a world-class cultural landmark that showcases over 5,000 years of ancient Egyptian history. It features iconic artifacts such as the Hanging Obelisk, the colossal statue of Ramses II, statues of King Senusert, the Grand Staircase, and the Victory Column of Merneptah. Combining vast collections with impressive modern architecture, the museum offers visitors an immersive and unforgettable experience into Egypt’s rich heritage and legacy.

Overnight

You will return to your Cairo hotel overnight.

Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel before being transferred to the airport to be able to catch your flight to Luxor. Once you arrive there, your will meet your tour guide from Upper Egypt who will join you during the whole of your Nile Cruise tour. You will start your experience with a visit to some of the best landmarks of the east bank including:

Karnak Temple Complex

Located in Luxor, the Karnak Temple Complex spans over 2,000 years of construction. It features grand sites like the Precinct of Amun-Re and Hypostyle Hall, symbolizing ancient Egypt’s religious devotion and architectural brilliance..

You will then transfer to your Nile Cruise to check, have your lunch, and relax before heading to:

Luxor Temple By Night

Built around 1400 BC, Luxor Temple honors the renewal of kingship and was central to the Opet Festival. Expanded by famous pharaohs, its grand statues and night illuminations showcase Egypt’s spiritual and architectural heritage.

In the evening, you will enjoy a sumptuous dinner aboard your Nile cruise while drifting into a serene overnight journey.

You will be awakened to a delightful breakfast aboard the Nile Cruise, preparing for an enchanting sojourn to Luxor's west bank. Your guide leads the way to iconic landmarks:

Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings holds 65 royal tombs from Egypt’s New Kingdom, including Tutankhamun’s. Carved into rock and richly decorated, these tombs reveal ancient beliefs about the afterlife and Egypt’s artistic heritage.

The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut

Carved into Deir El Bahari cliffs, the Temple of Hatshepsut honors one of Egypt’s most powerful female pharaohs. Built between 1473–1458 BC, its terraces and symmetry symbolize divine devotion and her lasting legacy.

Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon are two 18-meter-tall statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, built around 1350 BC to guard his temple. Later linked to the Greek hero Memnon, they symbolize Egypt’s royal grandeur and legacy.

Wrap up your exploration of the West Bank and return to your Nile Cruise to enjoy a freshly prepared lunch onboard, surrounded by the calm beauty of the Nile. As the cruise sets sail toward Edfu, unwind and take in the scenic river views, ending the day with a peaceful and comfortable overnight stay onboard.

You will begin your day with a sumptuous breakfast during your enchanting Christmas exploration. You will then join your knowledgeable guide to:

Edfu Temple,

Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, Edfu Temple is one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Built during the Ptolemaic period, it features grand columns and detailed reliefs depicting Horus’s victory over Set, offering a vivid look into ancient Egyptian religion and architecture..

You will return to your Nile Cruise for a delightful lunch as the ship glides towards Kom Ombo:

Kom Ombo Temple

Built in the Ptolemaic period, Kom Ombo is a unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Known for its symmetrical design, ancient surgical carvings, and a museum of mummified crocodiles, it offers insight into Egyptian religion and daily life

As the day concludes, your cruise continues its graceful path towards Aswan. Arriving under the veil of nightfall, embrace a dinner cruise, resting overnight aboard the serene waters of Aswan.

After breakfast you will meet our tour guide to start your tour to Abu simbel

Abu Simbel Complex

Built by King Ramses II between 1264–1244 BC, the Abu Simbel temples honor his legacy, victory at Kadesh, and gods like Amun Ra. They stand as stunning symbols of ancient Egyptian power and devotion

Conclude your unforgettable Christmas journey by returning to your luxurious 5-star Nile Cruise, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch and dinner while soaking in the peaceful ambiance of the Nile River. As the day comes to a gentle close, relax and reflect on the incredible memories made, surrounded by timeless beauty, and get ready for your departure the next morning.

You will begin your day by having your breakfast onboard and Get ready to Check-out the Nile Cruise and will Prepare for a day brimming with wonders, guided by your exceptional tour guide in Aswan, revealing its most breathtaking highlights:

Philae Temple

Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, was built during the Ptolemaic and Roman eras. Famous for its elegant reliefs, it was relocated to Agilkia Island to protect it from flooding. It stands today as a symbol of ancient faith and preservation.

Unfinished Obelisk

The Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan, abandoned due to a crack, was intended to be the largest ever at 42 meters and over 1,000 tons. It reveals the craftsmanship and methods of ancient Egyptian stoneworkers.

Aswan High Dam

The Aswan High Dam, completed in 1970, controls Nile floods, generates power, and creates Lake Nasser. It advanced Egypt’s development but required relocating ancient sites like Abu Simbel.

The driver will take you away in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Aswan Airport, where your direct flight to Cairo awaits. Upon arrival, our representative will take you to your hotel in Cairo

Overnight

As the sun sets on this mesmerizing Christmas tour, our driver will escort you to your Cairo hotel for check-in, where the night unfolds, wrapping you in the embrace of comfort and tranquility

Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

Dating to the 2nd century AD, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa in Alexandria blend Egyptian, Greek, and Roman styles. This underground tomb complex features a spiral staircase, burial chambers, and ornate statues.

Pompey's Pillar

Pompey’s Pillar in Alexandria, built in 297 AD, is a 26-meter-high red granite column honoring Emperor Diocletian. It’s the largest Roman triumphal column outside Rome and symbolizes Alexandria’s Greco-Roman heritage.

Qaitbay Citadel

Built in 1477 AD by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qaitbay on Alexandria’s coast, the citadel stands on the site of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. It served as a naval defense fortress and showcases impressive Islamic military architecture with stunning sea views.

Lunch Time

Then, you will be transferred to a local restaurant to enjoy your lunch and then head to visit:

The Alexandria Library (Bibliotheca Alexandrina)

Opened in 2002, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a modern tribute to the ancient Library of Alexandria. Its striking design, shaped like a tilted disc, symbolizes the rising sun of knowledge.

Overnight At the end of your day tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel to spend the night and to get ready for your departure flight the following day.

In the morning, you will receive your breakfast meal and then, you will check-out your hotel. We will transfer you to Cairo International airport to catch your flight back home after finishing your vacation in Egypt with us.