Journey Along the Nile: A Pharaoh's Odyssey | Cairo + Aswan + Luxor 5-Star Cruise & Temple Tour 8 Days 7 Nights Private Luxury Travel
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Journey Along the Nile: A Pharaoh's Odyssey | Cairo + Aswan + Luxor 5-Star Cruise & Temple Tour 8 Days 7 Nights Private Luxury Travel
Journey Along the Nile: A Pharaoh's Odyssey | Cairo + Aswan + Luxor 5-Star Cruise & Temple Tour 8 Days 7 Nights Private Luxury Travel
Journey Along the Nile: A Pharaoh's Odyssey | Cairo + Aswan + Luxor 5-Star Cruise & Temple Tour 8 Days 7 Nights Private Luxury Travel
Itinerary Overview
Cairo | The Eternal Overture of Millennia-Old Pharaohs
Arrive in Cairo; visit Saladin Citadel, Mosque of Al-Rifai (Stone Mosque), Hanging Church, Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, and Egyptian Museum.
Cairo International Airport
Private arrival meet-and-greet via VIP concierge channel.
Saladin Citadel
Stroll the fortress walls where history of Crusader wars echoes through stone.
Mosque of Al-Rifai (Stone Mosque)
Step inside this marble mosque and gaze upon its grand dome.
Hanging Church (Church of St. Virgin Mary)
Discover the historic church said to stand above an ancient Roman temple.
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Wander the labyrinthine souq, browsing brassware and aromatic spices.
Egyptian Museum
Marvel at Tutankhamun’s golden mask and millennia of civilization.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Hotel
- Lunch At your own expense
- Dinner Hotel
Accommodation
Cairo Luxury Hotel
Cairo | Timeless Wonder at the Edge of Desert and Sea
Visit the Giza Plateau, Great Sphinx, Valley Temple of Khafre, Grand Egyptian Museum, and enjoy a pyramid-view lunch.
Giza Plateau
Admire the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure—one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Valley Temple of Khafre
Feel the mastery of ancient stonework in this mortuary temple.
Great Sphinx
Stand before the silent guardian of the Giza necropolis.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Immerse yourself in the atrium and galleries of this state-of-the-art museum.
Pyramid View Restaurant
Savor lunch amidst breathtaking desert vistas.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Hotel
- Lunch Pyramid View Restaurant
- Dinner Hotel
Accommodation
Cairo Luxury Hotel
Cairo | Secret Alleys and Enduring Civilization
Explore the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, Bab al-Shark (Gate of the Sun), Gayer-Anderson Museum, Coptic Catacombs, and City Stars Mall for leisure shopping.
Egyptian Museum of Antiquities
Face the likeness of Ramesses II and other pharaohs in the Royal Mummies Hall.
Bab al-Shark (Gate of the Sun)
Climb the gate for panoramic views of old Cairo’s bustling streets.
Gayer-Anderson Museum
Step into the 007 film set mansion blending Islamic architecture with ancient Egyptian treasures.
Coptic Catacombs
Uncover hidden sanctuaries within the city’s oldest neighborhoods.
City Stars Mall
Enjoy exclusive retail therapy and fine dining at Cairo’s premier complex.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Hotel
- Lunch At your own expense
- Dinner At your own expense
Accommodation
Cairo Luxury Hotel
Cairo – Aswan | Arc on the Nile
Fly to Aswan, board a 5-star Nile cruise, visit Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple, optional Nubian village excursion.
Cairo – Aswan
Morning flight to Aswan followed by private transfer to the Nile cruise.
Aswan High Dam
Overlook this monumental engineering feat spanning the Nile.
Philae Temple
Glide by private boat to this island shrine dedicated to Isis, listening to mythic legends.
Nile Cruise Deck
Sip tea while watching the sun sink below the river horizon.
Nubian Village
Optional: Boat trip to a Nubian village and camel ride through authentic African landscapes (pre-book required).
Pre-booking recommended
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Hotel
- Lunch Onboard
- Dinner Onboard
Accommodation
Nile Cruise Ship
Aswan – Kom Ombo | Gaze of Crocodiles and Falcons
Sail by feluca, visit Kom Ombo Double Temple, cruise upstream along the river.
Nile River
Enjoy a complimentary felucca sail under the morning sun.
Kom Ombo Double Temple
Enter this unique temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the falcon god; explore its columns and wall reliefs.
Nile River
Cruise upstream, savoring tranquil riverside evenings.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Onboard
- Lunch Onboard
- Dinner Onboard
Accommodation
Nile Cruise Ship
Kom Ombo – Edfu – Luxor | Horse-Drawn Carriage into Ancient Capital
Take vintage carriage to Horus Temple, cruise to Luxor, view Luxor Temple at night.
Edfu
Switch to a horse-drawn carriage en route to Horus Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved sanctuaries.
Nile River
Continue cruising toward Luxor.
Luxor Waterfront
From the deck, admire the illuminated Luxor Temple—the ‘City of a Hundred Gates.’
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Onboard
- Lunch Onboard
- Dinner Onboard
Accommodation
Nile Cruise Ship
Luxor | Silent Monuments of the Royal Valley
Optional hot-air balloon over panoramic views; visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.
Luxor
Optional early-morning hot-air balloon ride offering sweeping views of Luxor (pre-book required).
Pre-booking recommended
Valley of the Kings
Venture to the West Bank to explore new kingdom pharaohs’ underground tombs adorned with vibrant murals.
Hatshepsut Temple
Stare in awe at this mortuary temple carved into the cliff face, honoring the legendary female pharaoh.
Colossi of Memnon
Contemplate these two colossal seated statues that have silently witnessed centuries.
Karnak Temple
Stand within the Hypostyle Hall—a forest of towering columns embodying the zenith of Amun worship.
Luxor Temple
Walk among obelisks and the sacred lake, concluding your pharaonic journey.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Onboard
- Lunch At your own expense
- Dinner At your own expense
Accommodation
Nile Cruise Ship
Luxor – Cairo | Farewell to the Land of Pharaohs
Cruise breakfast, domestic flight back to Cairo, free time or coffee break, private transfer to airport.
Nile Cruise Ship
Enjoy your final breakfast onboard.
Luxor – Cairo
Domestic flight back to Cairo.
Old Cairo / Café
If time permits, stroll the historic lanes or relax with coffee, reflecting on five millennia of civilization.
Cairo International Airport
Concierge assists with check-in and duty-free processing before bidding you farewell.
Dining Arrangements
- Breakfast Onboard
- Lunch At your own expense
- Dinner At your own expense
Accommodation
None
Transparent Pricing & Package Comparison
100% private tailored tours — choose freely between VIP All-Inclusive or Chauffeur-Only packages
👑VIP All-Inclusive Luxury Package
Complete peace of mind, prime scenic accommodation, all signature admissions included — the ultimate wallet-free experience.
- Private Luxury Fleet: Mercedes-Benz V-Class (7-8 seats) or business van, incl. all fuel, tolls & city entry fees
- Dedicated Bilingual Driver-Guide: Professional chauffeur-guide accompanying you throughout, zero mandatory tipping
- Prime-Location 4-5 Star Hotels: Handpicked hotels/heritage estates within scenic zones (Glass Igloos in Arctic), zero remote detours
- All Key Attraction Tickets: Major experiences included (icebreaker cruise, king crab safari, Jungfrau railway, castle entries, etc.)
- Daily Hotel Breakfast: Premium breakfast included daily + driver-guide's out-of-town accommodation fully covered
🚗Chauffeur-Only Package
Ideal for guests who prefer to book their own hotels (e.g. hotel reward points redemption), explore local dining, and enjoy full freedom.
- Private Luxury Vehicle: Mercedes-Benz V-Class / luxury business van, door-to-door service incl. fuel & insurance
- Experienced Driver-Guide: Concierge-style chauffeur service, out-of-town guide accommodation fully covered
- 1-on-1 Route Optimization: Custom route planning & optimal timing tailored by your dedicated travel consultant
- Attraction admissions & dining at your own leisure (guide can assist with skip-the-line bookings)
- Hotels booked independently (we provide curated prime-location recommendation lists)
Why Choose OuluTrip Private Tailored Travel? (Our Value Philosophy)
True luxury travel means spending your time admiring breathtaking scenery, not sitting in traffic. We carefully select hotels and heritage estates within core scenic zones. We never compromise on location to save costs — saving you 2–3 hours of daily back-and-forth transit.
Never share vehicles with strangers. Enjoy the spacious cabin of a 7-8 seat Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Stop safely whenever you spot a scenic view, and travel strictly according to your family's preferred rhythm — free from early morning roll calls.
We provide fully transparent dual-mode pricing with no hidden commissions, compulsory shopping stops, or unexpected surcharges. For families and small groups, sharing a private chartered vehicle delivers unmatched per-person value.
📌 About Our Group Tier Scaling:
• European private charters are calculated per vehicle — private departures start from just 2 guests (never joined by strangers);
• As your party size grows (e.g. 4 or 6-7 family members), fixed vehicle and guide costs are shared, significantly reducing the per-person start price!
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