The deluxe Egypt tour built for those who want it all — Pyramids, NMEC, Valley of Kings & Nebyt Dahabiya sailing to Aswan. Start planning with Memphis Tours!
Everything you have always wanted from Egypt—ancient, authentic, and thoughtfully taken care of from the moment you arrive. Memphis Tours' Best Egypt Travel Package brings together the highlights of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, with private sightseeing and an intimate luxury dahabiya cruise along the Nile.Discover Egypt in comfort on this 12-day Cairo and Eyaru Dahabiya Nile cruise tour, combining private guided sightseeing in Cairo with a slow, small-ship dahabiya voyage between Luxor and Aswan. Explore the Pyramids of Giza, the fully open Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the Citadel and Khan El Khalili, then sail past villages, temples and islands on one of the Nile’s most intimate luxury dahabiyas. This Egypt luxury itinerary is ideal for travelers who want iconic highlights, boutique hotels in Old Cairo, and a relaxed, immersive Nile cruise experience away from the crowds.In Cairo, take your time discovering the places that tell the story of ancient and modern Egypt. Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple, then continue to Sakkara and its famous Step Pyramid complex. You’ll also have the chance to explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, historic Old Cairo, and the Salah El-Din Citadel, accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide.From Cairo, fly to Luxor to continue your journey with visits to Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings. Then settle into the Eyaru Dahabiya and let the pace slow down as you sail south. Along the way, discover the Esna Lock, El Kab Temple, Gebel El Silsila, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo, and the beautiful island sanctuary of Philae in Aswan. The smaller size of the dahabiya gives you a more peaceful way to experience the Nile, with time to enjoy the scenery and everyday life along its banks.Throughout the journey, the practical details are taken care of for you. Your package includes private air-conditioned airport transfers, a dedicated tour manager from the moment you arrive, private Egyptologist guides, boutique hotel accommodation in Cairo with breakfast, full-board Dahabiya dining, entrance fees to the included sites, and bottled water during your tours. With Memphis Tours handling the arrangements, you can spend less time worrying about logistics and more time enjoying your experience in Egypt.
Day by day
The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.
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Day 1 Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to the Land of Pharaohs
Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where a Memphis Tours representative will meet you inside the terminal, help with your entry visa formalities and assist with your luggage. -
Day 2 Visiting the Pyramids & Sakkara
After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide and drive to the Giza Plateau. Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza, gaze up at the Sphinx and visit the Valley Temple while learning how these ancient structures were built and used. -
Day 3 Grand Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Khan El Khalili
After breakfast, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), now fully open to visitors. With your private guide, explore the main galleries, the grand staircase and star exhibits, including key pieces from the treasures of Tutankhamun and other masterpieces from ancient Egypt. -
Day 4 Fly to Luxor & Embark Eyaru Dahabiya
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. On arrival, you will be met and escorted to the West Bank to embark on Eyaru Dahabiya around midday. -
Day 5 Sunday – Luxor West Bank (Valley of the Kings)
After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to explore some of Luxor’s most important sites. Start at the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of many New Kingdom pharaohs, where you’ll visit a selection of richly decorated royal tombs. -
Day 6 Monday – Esna Temple & Sailing South
Enjoy breakfast as the dahabiya approaches and passes through Esna Lock, an interesting experience as the boat is raised or lowered to the next level of the river. -
Day 7 Tuesday – Edfu Temple & Bassawa Island
This morning, sail to Edfu and disembark to visit the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples from the Greco-Roman period, with towering pylons and vivid reliefs. -
Day 8 Wednesday – Gebel El-Silsila & Kom Ombo
After breakfast, arrive at Gebel El-Silsila, where huge sandstone blocks were once quarried for many of Egypt’s famous temples. Visit the rock-cut Temple of Horemoheb and, if you wish, take a short walk up for panoramic views of the Nile. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo while enjoying lunch on board. -
Day 9 Thursday – Aswan: Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk
Arrive in Aswan, a city known for its relaxed atmosphere and beautiful Nile scenery. After breakfast, visit the ancient granite quarries to see the Unfinished Obelisk and learn how these enormous monuments were carved. -
Day 10 Friday – Aswan Free Day & Optional Abu Simbel
Enjoy a flexible day in Aswan. You can explore the colourful souk, visit a Nubian village, take a felucca ride (optional) or relax by the water and enjoy the city’s laid-back vibe. -
Day 11 Disembark in Aswan & Fly Back to Cairo
After your last breakfast on Eyaru Dahabiya, say goodbye to the crew and disembark in Aswan. You will then be transferred to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, a Memphis Tours representative will meet you and escort you by private vehicle to your hotel. -
Day 12 Final Departure from Cairo
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and check out at the agreed time. Your Memphis Tours representative will pick you up and transfer you to Cairo International Airport in good time for your international flight.
What this holiday includes
Everything the price covers, and what to budget for separately.
Included
18- Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports
- Assistance for our guest relations during your stay
- Entry Visa for Egypt provided upon arrival Cairo Airport
- All airport transfer by a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle with Free WIFI
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Cairo including daily breakfast.
- Accommodation for 7 nights onboard Dahabiya on full board basis
- Domestic flight Cairo/Luxor– Aswan/Cairo
- All sightseeing tours in Cairo - privately guided tours
- All sightseeing tours on the cruise sharing Dahabeya group
- All sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
- Tea, Coffee, and Soft Drinks during Meals on board your Dahabiya
- Local English-speaking tour guide during your tours
- Lunch at a good quality local restaurant
- Bottled water during your tours and transfers
- Free Wi-Fi service during your stay in Egypt
- All service charges and applicable taxes included
- Complimentary Cairo Photo Session around Giza Pyramids
Not included
4- International airfare.
- Any optional tours.
- Personal spending.
- Tipping.
Prices
Per person, by hotel standard and travel season. The operator publishes these rates; we confirm the exact cost for your dates before anything is booked.
Hotels used
Dahabeya Ashranda
5
Le Riad de Charme Cairo Hotel
5
Sofitel El Gezirah Cairo Hotel
5
| Occupancy | MAY-SEPT | OCT-APRIL |
|---|---|---|
| Per Person in Double Suite | USD 16,595 | USD 20,995 |
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