TAILOR-MADE EGYPT HOLIDAY
10-Day Luxury Egypt Tour: Cairo, Nile Cruise & Abu Simbel
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Highlights included across this private Egypt itinerary.
Tour Overview
This private 10-day luxury Egypt tour connects Cairo’s essential ancient sites with Abu Simbel and a five-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. It is designed for travellers who want premium accommodation, private transfers and expert-guided sightseeing without rushing between destinations.
Explore the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara and the Grand Egyptian Museum before flying south for Philae Temple, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu and the monumental temples of Luxor. The itinerary balances guided touring with comfortable sailing time and flexible evenings.
Destinations: Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor
Ideal for: Couples and discerning travellers seeking private touring, premium accommodation and an unhurried Nile itinerary.
Holiday Package Highlights
- Private touring in Cairo with a qualified Egyptologist
- Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara and the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Private Abu Simbel excursion from Aswan
- Five-star full-board Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor
- Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Karnak and Luxor Temple
- Domestic flights and private air-conditioned transfers
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: VIP Arrival in Cairo
Meet our representative inside Cairo International Airport for arrival assistance, luggage support and a private transfer to your five-star hotel. After check-in, review the programme with our local team and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 2: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Saqqara
Tour the Giza Plateau with a private Egyptologist, including the Great Pyramid, the panoramic viewpoint and the Great Sphinx. Continue to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser and understand how pyramid construction developed in ancient Egypt.
Day 3: Grand Egyptian Museum and Historic Cairo
Discover the Grand Egyptian Museum and its monumental collection with time focused on the most important royal treasures. Continue into historic Cairo for selected Coptic or Islamic landmarks before returning to the hotel for a relaxed evening.
Day 4: Fly to Aswan, Philae Temple and Nile Cruise
Take the included domestic flight to Aswan and meet your private guide on arrival. Visit Philae Temple and the High Dam, then board the five-star Nile cruise, settle into your cabin and enjoy the first full-board meal onboard.
Day 5: Private Abu Simbel Excursion
Leave early in a modern private vehicle for Abu Simbel, where the temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari overlook Lake Nasser. Return to Aswan, rejoin the cruise and begin sailing north through the Nile Valley.
Day 6: Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples
Visit the riverside Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to two sets of gods, before continuing toward Edfu. Explore the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus and enjoy the changing scenery of farms, villages and desert from the cruise deck.
Day 7: Luxor West Bank and Valley of the Kings
Cross to Luxor’s West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, where selected royal tombs reveal vivid ancient decoration. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon with detailed explanations from your Egyptologist.
Day 8: Karnak, Luxor Temple and Luxury Hotel
Explore the vast Karnak Temple complex and its Great Hypostyle Hall, followed by Luxor Temple. After cruise check-out, transfer privately to your luxury Luxor hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your own pace.
Day 9: Return to Cairo and Flexible Afternoon
Fly from Luxor to Cairo and transfer to your hotel. Keep the afternoon free for shopping, spa time or an optional Nile dinner cruise, allowing the final full day to match your interests.
Day 10: Private Cairo Departure
After breakfast, meet your driver for a private transfer to Cairo International Airport. Departure assistance is provided according to your confirmed flight time.
Who This Egypt Holiday Is For
Couples and discerning travellers seeking private touring, premium accommodation and an unhurried Nile itinerary. The itinerary can be adjusted for preferred flight times, room types, hotel upgrades and optional experiences before confirmation.
Hotels and Accommodation
Five-star luxury hotels in Cairo and Luxor plus a five-star full-board Nile cruise. Named properties are confirmed with the final quotation.
Meals, Transfers and Guides
Breakfast is included at hotels. The Nile cruise operates on a full-board basis. Other meals are included only where stated in the final proposal. All scheduled transfers are private and sightseeing is led by a qualified English-speaking Egyptologist.
Price, Availability and Booking
The displayed amount is a starting price per person sharing a double or twin room. The exact price depends on travel dates, hotel category, cruise availability, room configuration and group size. Send your preferred dates and traveller numbers by WhatsApp or email; a written itinerary and exact quotation are provided before payment.
Included and Excluded
Included
- Meet and assist at Egyptian airports
- Private air-conditioned transfers throughout the itinerary
- Accommodation in the stated hotel and cruise category
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide during included sightseeing
- Entrance tickets for the attractions listed in the itinerary
- Meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary
- Bottled water during guided sightseeing days
- All service charges and applicable taxes
- Domestic flights Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo
- Full-board meals during the Nile cruise
- Private Abu Simbel excursion by modern air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- International flights to and from Egypt
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional tours and experiences not listed as included
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, drinks and gratuities
- Peak-season supplements for Christmas, New Year and Easter
Booking and Cancellation
Dates, pickup details and optional upgrades are confirmed with you before payment.
The displayed price is a starting reference. Your written confirmation lists the exact total and inclusions.
Cancellation conditions depend on the selected services and are provided in writing before you confirm.
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Questions About This Tour
Is Abu Simbel included in this 10-day luxury Egypt tour?
Yes. The package includes a private road excursion from Aswan to Abu Simbel with transport and guided sightseeing.
Which meals are included on the Nile cruise?
The Nile cruise is booked on a full-board basis. Cairo and Luxor hotel stays include breakfast, while other meals are confirmed in the final proposal.
Can the hotels or cruise category be upgraded?
Yes. Hotel, suite and cruise upgrades can be quoted according to your travel dates and availability.
Are domestic flights included?
The planned Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo domestic flights are included in the package quotation unless your written proposal states otherwise.
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