Day-by-Day Itinerary
The classic Egypt: the Pyramids of Giza, a four-night Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan, and the sun-struck colossi of Abu Simbel, all with an Egyptologist at your side.
Arrival in CairoGiza Plateau & Grand Egyptian MuseumOld Cairo & Flight to LuxorTheban West Bank
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Day 1
Arrival in Cairo
Land in the capital and settle into a Nile-view hotel.
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Day 2
Giza Plateau & Grand Egyptian Museum
Stand before the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World.
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Day 3
Old Cairo & Flight to Luxor
Explore Coptic and Islamic Cairo before flying south.
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Day 4
Theban West Bank
Cross to the necropolis of the New Kingdom pharaohs.
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Day 5
Karnak, Luxor Temple & Set Sail
Wander the greatest temple complex on earth, then cruise upriver.
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Day 6
Edfu & Kom Ombo
Two riverside temples devoted to Horus and the crocodile god Sobek.
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Day 7
Aswan & Philae
Reach the gateway to Nubia and its island sanctuary.
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Day 8
Abu Simbel Excursion
A dawn journey to Ramesses II's mountain-carved temples.
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Day 9
Cairo & Departure
Fly north for a final taste of the capital before heading home.
Good to know
Physical rating
Moderate — some full days
Group size
Up to 16 travelers
Region
Egypt, Africa
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I book Pharaohs & the Nile?
- Reserve online from this page — choose your dates and travelers, and our Egypt specialist confirms availability within one business day.
- What's included in the price?
- The listed price covers 4 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise, 4 nights in hotels, Domestic flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Abu Simbel, Private Egyptologist guide throughout — see the What's Included list on this page for the full breakdown.
- Can I customize this itinerary?
- Yes — every Orbitrek journey is customizable. Ask your specialist to adjust the pace, hotels, and activities of this itinerary.
- What if my plans change?
- Talk to your specialist — we can usually rework dates or reroute the journey. See our Terms of Service for the specialist-finalized booking model.
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What's Included
- 4 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise, 4 nights in hotels
- Domestic flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Abu Simbel
- Private Egyptologist guide throughout
- All meals on the cruise and daily breakfast in hotels
- All monument entrance fees
- Airport meet-and-assist and transfers
Why travel with Orbitrek
- Resident specialists on three continents
- Small groups — never more than 16
- Every itinerary fully customizable
- Secure checkout · free changes up to 30 days out