Package 8 Days 7 Nights Cairo & Xmas, NY Nile Cruise by Air

Package 8 Days 7 Nights Cairo & Xmas, NY Nile Cruise by Air

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Package 8 Days 7 Nights Cairo & Xmas, NY Nile Cruise by Air

8 Days Starting in Cairo, Egypt and ending in El Nozha, Egypt

Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor

Tour operator:

Sun Pyramids Tours

Tour code:

739149

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

EASY

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Cruise, Luxury, Special Events

Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $4955 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 02-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Experience the magic of Egypt this Christmas with our 8-day, 7-night Cairo and Nile Cruise package. Begin your journey in Cairo, exploring the iconic Great Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum. Discover the rich history of Coptic and Islamic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and Khan El Khalili bazaar. Fly to Aswan to embark on a luxurious Nile cruise, visiting the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Temple of Philae. Sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu to marvel at ancient temples, then continue to Luxor to explore the Karnak and Luxor Temples, Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Conclude your adventure with a return to Cairo for your departure. Enjoy seamless transfers, guided tours, and exceptional accommodations throughout your journey.

Highlights

  • - Visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mykerinus at Giza Plateau

  • - Explore the Egyptian Museum, including the Treasures room for King Tutankhamen

  • - Tour the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Philae in Aswan

  • - Visit the Temple of Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo

  • - Discover the Horus Temple in Edfu

  • - Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank of the Nile in Luxor

  • - Visit the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Luxor

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Giza

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Arrival Cairo
Welcome to Cairo, Egypt (Around The Clock)
Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport (Arrival procedures) and then he will escort you to the hotel by exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At hotel the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour. Overnight in Cairo.
Welcome Drink

Day 2 : Giza

Location: Giza

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Giza Pyramids and Sakkara
After breakfast you will be accompanied by your personl guide to Giza Plateau to visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chefren and Mykerinus – Famous Sphinx and Valley temple facing the great statue. Additional visit to the Solar Boat infront of Cheops Pyramid (extra ticket on spot). Lunch will be served in a good quality restaurant, and then proceed to Saqqara area to visit Saqqara Complex and first pyramid ever built (Djoser Pyramid). Move to Memphis; Old kingdom’s capital and famous Necropolis. Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 3 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Cairo Sightseeing Tours
After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and then you will be escorted by your private guide to visit: Egyptian Museum, Treasures room for the child king Tutankhamen, alongside many other fascinating artifacts. Additional visit to the mummies room at the museum (extra ticket on spot) Lunch through out the tour at local restaurant, then moving to visit Salah El Din Citadel including Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside. Continue to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 4 : Aswan

Location: Aswan

Accommodation Name: Nile cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fly Cairo to Aswan – Nile Cruise Tour
Have your breakfast before Checking out from hotel in the early morning, then transfer to Cairo Airport for a flight to Aswan where you will be met and assisted, then taken by an air-conditioned vehicle to board your Egypt Nile cruise for embarkation in Aswan before Lunch. You will be accompanied by your knowledgeable Egyptologist guide for an amazing tour to visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and the Temple of Philae with dinner and overnight in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5 : Kom Ombo

Location: Kom Ombo

Accommodation Name: Nile cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples
Breakfast on board the cruise then Sail to Kom Ombo to visit Temple shared by two gods Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo. Have lunch on board then, sail to Edfu to visit Horus Temple in Edfu. Have tea Afternoon during sailing to Esna. Dinner on board and overnight on your Nile Cruise Ship.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 6 : Luxor

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: Nile cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Luxor Nile Cruise Tours
Breakfast on board your Nile cruise ship while sailing to Luxor with lunch on board the vessel then you will be accompanied for a wonderful tour to visit East Bank of the Nile in Luxor to the Karnak Temple and Luxor temple. You will be transferred back to the Nile cruise ship for afternoon tea and dinner on board with overnight aboard the Nile cruise vessel in Luxor.
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 7 : Luxor

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Luxor Nile Cruise – Fly Back to Cairo
Disembarkation after breakfast, pay a visit to the West Bank of the River Nile in Luxor to the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir EL Bahari and the Colossi Memnon with free time at leisure in Luxor for great shopping opportunity and then you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your return to Cairo where you will be met and assisted at the airport then taken to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 8 : El Nozha

Location: Cairo

Accommodation Name: Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa, Le Passage Hotel and Casino, Movenpick Royal Lotus

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cairo – Fly Back Home
Breakfast at your hotel, then transfer to Cairo International Airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation

Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa

Le Passage Hotel and Casino

Movenpick Royal Lotus

Note : If the mentioned cruise or the hotel are not available, the company has the right to change to any cruise or hotel, as long as it is of same category.

What's Included

  • Transfers

    All transfers to/from airport & hotel by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

  • Bottled Water

    Bottled water during the trip.

  • Portage

    Portage when needed.

  • Local and International Calling

    30 minutes of local calling (5 minutes international) and a mobile phone loaned for the length of your stay or an Egyptian sim card for your unlocked mobile device.

  • Service Charges and Taxes

    All service charges and taxes.

What's Not Included

International Airfare
Entry visa to Egypt
Any optional tours
Personal spendings
Tipping
Tickets To Get Inside The Pyramids
beverages

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Cairo International Airpor

Mode of Transport

All transfers are provided by private air-conditioned vehicles, including airport transfers and transportation between tour sites. A flight from Cairo to Aswan and back to Cairo is included.

Accommodation

Stay in luxurious accommodations including Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa, Le Passage Hotel and Casino, and the Movenpick Royal Lotus Nile cruise. If these are unavailable, equivalent alternatives will be provided.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    All transfers to and from the airport and hotel are provided by a private air-conditioned vehicle.

  • Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?

    Yes, the tour price does not include international airfare, entry visa to Egypt, any optional tours, personal spendings, tipping, and tickets to get inside the Pyramids.

  • What kind of meals are provided during the tour?

    The tour includes breakfast daily, with additional lunches and dinners provided on specific days as outlined in the itinerary.

  • Is there any assistance provided upon arrival in Cairo?

    Yes, a tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport and escort you to the hotel, assist with check-in, and review your holiday itinerary.

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    Accommodation is provided at Le Méridien Pyramids Hotel and Spa, Le Passage Hotel and Casino, and Movenpick Royal Lotus. If these are not available, the company reserves the right to change to any hotel or cruise of the same category.

  • Are there any accessibility considerations for this tour?

    The tour is not wheelchair accessible, not stroller accessible, and not suitable for pets. There is no public transportation nearby, infants must not sit on laps, and infant seats are unavailable.

  • What kind of historical sites will be visited during the tour?

    The tour includes visits to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, the Citadel of Salah El Din, the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, the Temple of Philae, the temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.

  • Is there any special equipment provided during the tour?

    Yes, you will receive 30 minutes of local calling (5 minutes international) and a mobile phone loaned for the length of your stay or an Egyptian SIM card for your unlocked mobile device.

  • Can you purchase alcohol in Egypt?

    Yes, alcohol Alcohol is permitted for sale and available in Egypt, either in better hotels, Nile Cruises, higher-class restaurants and cafes, pubs and Bazaars. You will also find off-licenses as well. The Egyptian people understand drinking alcohol according to different customs and cultures. Please note, though, it is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets in Egypt.

  • Can I obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt?

    Egypt visa arrival policy applies to the following countries: the United States, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, all European Union countries, Norway, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Serbia, Malaysia, Macedonia, Japan, South Korea, China (as of May 2018). If you are a citizen of one of these countries, you can obtain a visa with your passport information, personal information, and details about your travel plans upon arrival at an Egyptian port of entry. The visa on arrival is usually valid for 30 days.

  • Can unmarried couples stay together in Egypt?

    Foreign unmarried couples can stay together in Egypt. Egyptian or Arabian unmarried couples are not allowed to stay together, as it is illegal. The same goes for an Egyptian man/foreign woman or Egyptian woman/foreign man, as it is illegal for them to stay in a hotel together.

  • What to wear when I travel to Egypt?

    Clothing: Egypt's climate is dry all year round, so you won't require rainwear unless you are going to Alexandria between December and February. In winter you will need light woolen clothes with sweaters, “layers of clothing are recommended. “From December to February travelers to winter clothing is essential. In spring and autumn, a combination of both is advisable for the warm days and cool nights, so pack accordingly. From May to November, light cotton clothes are recommended People in Egypt are used to tourists visiting their countries. You are welcome to wear walking shorts and a short sleeve shirt for sightseeing excursions On board Nile cruises we recommend to dress 'smart casual' to dinner each evening. Swimsuits are absolutely fine for the swimming pools and beaches On days that you visit Holy sites (mosques and churches), you preferably wear slacks, long skirts and long sleeves. If not, they provide in the mosques something long to wear to enter the mosques Strong and comfortable closed-toe shoes are wise choices to keep your feet from sand, dust, or mud. Sandals are not good options, except for beach areas.

  • Are there any special customs I should observe whilst in Egypt?

    Yes, most Egyptian customs differ from the Western customs due to the cultural and religious differences, as shown below: 1. Most women in Egypt behave conservatively with strangers. 2. Most mosques require visitors to remove their shoes before entering. 3. Use the right hand to eat and give gifts. 4. It is inept to take photos of soldiers, tanks, or any other military property.

  • Can I get a visa on arrival from other border crossings other than airports?

    Regarding the conditions for obtaining a visa at border crossings and ports, they are applied in accordance with the policy for obtaining an Egyptian visa, as mentioned previously. But kindly note that in some ports, guarantee letter will be required and also permission from the tourism police, to leave the port and return and your travel agent will help you in this case by providing the guarantee letter. It is therefore possible to apply for an Egyptian visa on arrival at the border control for the countries that take the visa upon arrival However, it is strongly advised against crossing the land border as information on checkpoints that issue visas on arrival is not always up to date. Thus, applying for a visa on arrival in Egypt can be done mainly at the following international checkpoints: Cairo International Airport Hurghada International Airport St Catherine's International Airport Borg El Arab International Airport in Alexandria Sharm El Sheikh International Airport Luxor International Airport

Reviews of this operator

Ram (Google Reviewer)  

I had a great tour...

28-Dec-2024

I had a great tour of the famous WW2 memorials and museum dedicated to the Battle of El Alamein. My tour guide was Mohamed Elnoby. He was fantastic at explaining the history of the landscape and I had a very good experience with him as my tour guide. My driver Abdullah was also very good.

Dimitrios Panagopoulos (Google Reviewer)  

We chose Sun Pyramids for...

03-Jan-2025

We chose Sun Pyramids for our trip to Egypt, a private family group of seven persons. Their representative, Martina did an excellent job of preparing the schedule for an 8-day vacation that took us to many parts of Egypt. We explored the Giza pyramids and the Cairo museums including the newly opened GEM, the Siwa Oasis, Luxor and Aswan including Abu Simbel and Nubian village. We also visited Alexandria on the way to Siwa. We had a balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise, tea in the desert at sunset and felucca ride in Aswan. All drivers and guides were professional and always on time: Mervat for Cairo and Alexandria, Mo for Siwa and Ahmed for Luxor and Aswan were fun, knowledgeable and very helpful and polite in every aspect. The accommodation was also up to standard with good breakfast options, although a newly renovated hotel lacked heating (which apparently is required during wintertime!). Strongly recommend Sun Pyramids for your Egypt vacation.

Jeremy Balizenter (Google Reviewer)  

Mahmoud Emam is a walking...

18-May-2024

Mahmoud Emam is a walking Google. I'm not sure if he is human, because he knows everything. He is friendly, polite, articulate, and charismatic. We were amazed by the sites and the depth of knowledge he shared. Ahmed Hamama was our driver and him and Mahmoud (our tour guide) arrived on time to begin our journey. Ahmed is a great driver who also is very polite, professional, courteous, and a pleasure to be around. I am fortunate to have chosen the right team to make this unforgettable experience of a lifetime.

Javier Santiago (Google Reviewer)  

My experience today was amazing,...

26-Jul-2022

My experience today was amazing, our tour guy Mahmoud is very knowledgeable, professional and caring. He explained the pyramid history and museum history. He took us to a very nice jewelry store and very nice restaurant. (The food was delicious) The driver Ahmed is also very professional. He picked us up at the scheduled time. I highly recommend Mahmoud and Ahmed. Thank You

Mags Martin (Google Reviewer)  

Hoda of Sun Pyramids put...

22-Sep-2024

Hoda of Sun Pyramids put together a magnificent 2 day package for Bedford Scuba Divers that no one else could offer as we had limited time. We toured Cairo and Luxor in two packed full days even a camel ride and enjoyed every minute. We were able to visit the sights early and great tour guides throughout. We stayed at overnight Hotel Nefertiti in Luxor and it was a lovely Egyptian surprise in Luxor, with amazing views both in the evening and in the morning. Thank you Sun Pyramids, especially Hoda.

Christina Rong (Google Reviewer)  

We took 2 day Tour...

20-Oct-2024

We took 2 day Tour of Cairo and Alexandria from Port Said. It was a private tour. Sun Pyramids Tours provided excellent customer service. First, the tour coordinate Rana was very responsive and made a comfortable arrangement. The tour guide Ahmed is knowledgeable, friendly and speaks good English. The driver is very good as well. We felt safe and enjoyed the tours.

A Jens (Google Reviewer)  

We had a great time...

07-Mar-2025

We had a great time in Egypt and thanks to our guide Mohamed Elnoby, who not only took us on a truly amazing three days desert tour as well as a day trip to Alexandria, we got an unique insight into the culture of this rich and fascinating country and got to see places we would never have been able to discover by ourselves. Thank you again and we can truly not recommend this experience enough especially the desert trip (just maybe a second sleeping bag would have been nice as it was quite cold at night in the tent)

megan tomes (Google Reviewer)  

We spent two days touring...

19-Jul-2024

We spent two days touring Cairo with Mahmoud Emam and are feeling so blessed to have chosen this company and experience. We went to the pyramids and rode camels, saw historical sites in Memphis and Saqqaura. Mahmoud was very knowledgeable and kind. He has so much information about so many different aspects of Egyptian history and culture and we so enjoyed our time with him. I highly recommend requesting him as your tour guide. We also did a dinner cruise on the Nile River and had shuttle service to and from the airport and had a wonderful driver as well as another tour guide named Mohab for these who we also felt very safe and comfortable with and learned a lot from. We have been so happy with our time in Egypt!!

Thilantha Senaratne (Google Reviewer)  

I booked 08N/09D, tour with...

10-Oct-2023

I booked 08N/09D, tour with Sun Pyramids Tours. When I decided to make a tour to Egypt on my own I found out this travel company in a Google search. With the other customer recommendations I chose to travel with this agent with my family of 03 people. They handled our tour professionally and the vehicles provided were in very good quality. Overall we had a very nice experience in Egypt with the tailor made tour which was proposed by Sun Pyramids to suit our itinerary. Thanks a lot Sun Pyramids Team

Sanaullah Kiani (Google Reviewer)  

They are expensive enough, they...

30-Jul-2024

They are expensive enough, they promise 4 star hotels but the hotels are 2 stars, noisy, unmanaged and untrained staff. They won't care about the comfort the hotel may call you at midnight for any request you made at 9.30pm. Breakfast time was 7am, and i reached 7:30am, and it was finished. Customer care may call you at 1.30 am for any issue you face in the daytime. The card they gave me was full of dust as I opened the air through it all went on my face. They promised full air-conditioned cars, but they gave old less functional. The good thing was I canceled the 9 days plan on the 4th day, and they returned me about 40% payment. 1 star is for the refund. I don't recommend it.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Sun Pyramids Tours allows you to make 4 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 7 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Sun Pyramids Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform sun pyramids tours, 7 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Sun Pyramids Tours requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 7 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of sun pyramids tours charges.

    Up to 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 10 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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