7 Days in Egypt: Cairo and a Nile Cruise by Flight
This private 7-day itinerary pairs two full days of Cairo and Giza with a 3-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Two domestic flights replace the long overland journey, so every day is spent at the sites — not on the road.
Is 7 days enough to see Egypt?
For a first trip, yes. Seven days covers the three places almost every visitor wants: the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the temples of Aswan, and the Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temple. What it leaves out is Abu Simbel, Alexandria and beach time. If those matter to you, look at the 8-day tour with Abu Simbel or the 9-day tour with Hurghada.Why fly instead of taking the train?
The flight from Cairo to Aswan takes about an hour and a half, compared with a long overnight sleeper train. Flying in on the morning of day 3 means you can tour the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple the same afternoon before boarding the cruise. The return flight from Luxor on day 6 lets you finish the East Bank temples first and still sleep in Cairo. Both domestic flights are included in the price.Sailing from Aswan to Luxor
The cruise sails downstream with the current: Aswan, then Kom Ombo — the double temple of Horus and Sobek — then Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, and finally Luxor. Three nights on board include all meals, the Galabeya evening and Egyptologist-guided visits at every stop. Choose between our 5-star Nile cruises and luxury Nile cruises when you book.Best time to take this tour
October to April is the most comfortable time, with mild days in Cairo and pleasant evenings on the Nile. December to February is peak season, so book three to four months ahead. From May to September it is very hot in Aswan and Luxor; your guide will start the Valley of the Kings and Karnak visits early in the morning.How much does the tour cost?
The tour starts from $1,190 per person (regular price $1,250). Children aged 2–5 pay 25% and 6–11 pay 50% of the adult price when sharing with two adults; infants under 2 travel free. A 25% holiday supplement applies over Christmas, New Year and Easter. You secure the trip with a 30% deposit and pay the balance 15 days before arrival.Worth adding
Popular extras on this route are going inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu, a sunrise hot air balloon over Luxor, and the Sound & Light Show at Giza, Karnak or Philae. Tell us which ones you want and we will add them to your itinerary.Want to change something?Extra days, a different hotel or a female Egyptologist — we tailor this tour within 24 hours.
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