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8 Days Ancient Civilization Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Cairo, Egypt
  • 8 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • All Airport Pick-Ups and Drop-Offs in all cities
    • 4 nights' Accommodation at Cairo 3 Star Hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis
    • 3 nights' Accommodation on 5 Star Nile Cruise with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner (Drinks not included)
    • All Sightseeing in Cairo and Alexandria are in a Private Vehicle with Private Licensed Guide
    • All Nile Cruise excursions are with sharing Guide and Transport fully organized by the Cruise.
    • Shared English Speaking Guide and Transportation on Nile Cruise Sightseeings
    • 2 Ways Domestic flight tickets Cairo/ Aswan - Luxor/ Cairo
    • Entrance fees to all sightseeing.
    • All service charges and taxes
    • Horse-drawn carriage to Edfu Temple
    • Motor Boat to Philae Temple
    • Dinner (3)
      Dinner
    • Lunch (6)
      Lunch
    • Breakfast (7)
      Breakfast
    • International flight tickets & airfare
    • Egypt Entry Visa
    • Personal expenses such as telephone call, laundry, drinks, mini bar, etc...
    • Tipping to your Guide, Driver
    • Christmas or New Year Gala Dinner
    • Any Optional tours may require

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    We will pick you up from your accommodation in Cairo, Giza, Cairo International Airport, and Sphinx Airport.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 11/16/2025 - 11/15/2026

      Monday - Sunday : 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

    • 11/16/2026 - 11/15/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Arrival at Cairo Airport

    1 Stop

    Cairo International Airport (Pass By)

    Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo Hotel

    Meals: Not included

    Day 2

    Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum

    3 Stops

    1

    The Pyramids Of Giza

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Great Sphinx

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    3

    Egyptian Museum

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo Hotel

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Day 3

    Drive to Alexandria, visit the Catacombs, Roman Amphitheatre, Pompey's Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel, back to Cairo

    4 Stops

    1

    Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Ancient Roman Amphitheater

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    3

    Pompey's Pillar

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    4

    Citadel of Qaitbay

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo Hotel

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Day 4

    Flight to Aswan, Visit Aswan Sightseeing (High Dam, Philae Temple), Check in at (5 star) Standard Nile Cruise

    2 Stops

    1

    Aswan High Dam

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Philae Timple

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Overnight on board 5 Star Standard Nile Cruise

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 5

    Nile Cruise: Kom Ombo Temple

    1 Stop

    1

    Kom Ombo Temple

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Overnight on board 5 Star Standard Nile Cruise

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 6

    Nile Cruise: Edfu Temples, Luxor Temple

    2 Stops

    1

    Edfu Temple

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Luxor Temple

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Overnight on board 5 Star Standard Nile Cruise

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 7

    Check out from Nile Cruise: Visit Karnak Temple, Kings Valley, Hatshepsut Temple - Flight to Cairo

    3 Stops

    1

    The Karnak Temple

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Valley of the Kings

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    3

    Temple of Hatshepsut

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Overnight in Cairo Hotel

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Day 8

    Departure

    1 Stop

    Cairo International Airport (Pass By)

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Breakfast

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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