Deluxe 9-Day Egypt Highlights with Cairo, Aswan & Luxor
Secure with A$199 deposit
Unearth ancient history and cruise the River Nile on this deluxe Egypt tour. In Cairo, check in for a five-star stay at the riverside Fairmont Nile City Cairo, stand before the Great Pyramid of Giza, then visit the Grand Egyptian Museum with insights from an expert Egyptologist. Spend four nights cruising the Nile River from Luxor to Aswan. Explore the archaeological sites of the Valley of the Kings pay a visit to the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo and witness the Unfinished Obelisk of Agilika. Travel comfortably with internal flights and experience Egypt’s top sights with fully guided city tours through Cairo and Luxor.
About the Tour
Your tour takes you to:
Cairo ➡ Luxor ➡ Nile River Valley ➡ Aswan ➡ Cairo
Multiple Departures are available between 03 November 2025 – 23 December 2025
From A$4,491 per person Twin room
Overview
Tour style: Deluxe
✔ 9 days
✔ 4 places
✔ 1 country
✔ 20 people max.
✔ 12+ yrs
✔ moderate
✔ Fully Guided Tour
✔ 4 & 4.5 star hotels
Our team can also assist with booking International flights and accommodation as part of your overall travel plans.
Please note: prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change or be withdrawn at any time without notice
Itinerary
| Arrive | Details | Depart | Day 1 | Cairo - Ahlan wa sahlan! Welcome to Cairo, Egypt’s capital and the ‘City of a Thousand Minarets’. After arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI), you’ll be transferred to the five-star Fairmont Nile City on the banks of the Nile, with views of the pyramids in the distance. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure before a welcome dinner with your tour group, including a complimentary glass of wine or beer. Signature highlights Fairmont Nile City five-star stay - Inclusions: Fairmont Nile City – Deluxe Partial Nile View Room (Superior Upgrade: Fairmont Gold Room with Partial Nile View) or similar Dinner | Day 2 | Cairo - Today, explore the Pyramids of Giza, the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World. Built over 4,500 years ago as tombs for Pharaohs Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure, these massive structures required millions of blocks to complete. Nearby, visit the Sphinx, the guardian of the pyramids, and see the Dream Stele, which tells the story of a prince promised kingship if he cleared the sand from the statue. Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at 9 Pyramids Lounge, with views over Giza’s many landmark structures. Continue to the necropolis of Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser, the world’s first freestanding stone structure. Conclude the day’s adventures in Memphis, Egypt’s ancient capital, once a hub of trade and culture. Return to Cairo for an evening at leisure. Signature highlights Fairmont Nile City five-star stay - Inclusions: Fairmont Nile City – Deluxe Partial Nile View (Superior Upgrade: Fairmont Gold Room with Partial Nile View) or similar Breakfast and Lunch | Day 3 | Cairo - After a buffet breakfast, meet your guide for a day of discovery in Cairo. Begin at the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of ancient artefacts, including treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb. Learn about Egypt’s history, architecture and language as you explore one of the largest museum complexes in the world. After lunch at Al-Azhar Park, visit Al-Muizz Street in Cairo’s Old Town, lined with Islamic monuments dating back centuries. End the day at Khan el-Khalili, a bazaar dating back over 1,000 years, where you can browse countless shops. Return to your hotel for the evening spent as you please. Signature highlights Fairmont Nile City five-star stay - Inclusions: Fairmont Nile City – Deluxe Partial Nile View (Superior Upgrade: Fairmont Gold Room with Partial Nile View) or similar Breakfast | Day 4 | Cairo, Luxor, Nile River Valley - Start your day early and head to Cairo International Airport (CAI) for your flight to Luxor (LXR), formerly known as Thebes. Often described as the world’s largest open-air museum, Luxor is your gateway to the Nile. On arrival, explore the Karnak Temple Complex and the Temple of Amun-Re, connected by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Board your Nile River cruise and enjoy lunch onboard. Later, visit the well-preserved Luxor Temple, illuminated at night. End the evening relaxing in your cabin or stargazing on deck as your vessel sets sail. Travel time: Flight – approx. one hour Signature highlights Flight from Cairo to Luxor Nile River cruise - Inclusions: Sunrise MS Semiramis – Standard Cabin (Superior Upgrade: Junior Suite) or similar Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Day 5 | Nile River Valley - Today, explore Luxor’s West Bank and visit the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of Tutankhamun, Ramses VI and Seti I. These intricately designed burial sites have captivated archaeologists for over a century. Next, admire the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, set low against towering cliffs, and pass the famed Colossi of Memnon, built to depict King Amenhotep III and rumoured to sing at dawn. Return to your cruise for lunch as you continue sailing to your next destination. Signature highlights Nile River cruise - Inclusions: Sunrise MS Semiramis – Standard Cabin (Superior Upgrade: Junior Suite) or similar Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Day 6 | Nile River Valley - After breakfast, visit the Temple of Edfu – Egypt’s largest and best-preserved Pharaonic temple dedicated to Horus, the sun god – offering a glimpse into Hellenistic Egypt. Next, head to the ancient agricultural settlement of Kom Ombo, where you’ll find a unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility, and Haroeris, the falcon god of the sky. Wonder at the detailed inscriptions throughout the remains before returning to your cruise to relax for the rest of the evening. Signature highlights Nile River cruise - Inclusions: Sunrise MS Semiramis – Standard Cabin (Superior Upgrade: Junior Suite) or similar Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Day 7 | Nile River Valley - After breakfast onboard, set out to explore Aswan, starting with the Aswan High Dam, built with UNESCO support to protect ancient monuments in danger of flooding. Visit the island of Agilika for a glimpse at historic sites that were relocated during the construction of the nearby dam. See the Unfinished Obelisk and learn about its abandoned fate, then wander through the Philae Temple Complex to the Temple of Isis. After lunch onboard, enjoy the afternoon at leisure or join an optional tour to explore more of the surrounding area. Signature highlights Nile River cruise - Inclusions: Sunrise MS Semiramis – Standard Cabin (Superior Upgrade: Junior Suite) or similar Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Day 8 | Nile River Valley, Aswan, Cairo - After breakfast, relax on deck or choose to join an optional visit to remote Abu Simbel. Then, take your included flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to your five-star stay at the edge of the Nile. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore. Travel time: Flight – approx. one hour - Signature: highlights Flight from Aswan to Cairo Fairmont Nile City five-star stay - Inclusions: Fairmont Nile City – Deluxe Partial Nile View (Superior Upgrade: Fairmont Gold Room with Partial Nile View) or similar Breakfast | Day 9 | Cairo - Bid farewell to Egypt as you check out. You’ll be transferred to Cairo International Airport (CAI). Inclusions: Breakfast | 06:00 |
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Highlights
- Enjoy a five-star stay at the Fairmont Nile City on the banks of the River Nile
- Discover the Valley of the Kings, resting place of Egypt’s pharaohs
- Spend five days cruising the glittering Nile River
- 18 meals included – eight breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners
- See the Sphinx and pyramids in Giza, oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- Fully guided tours of Cairo and Luxor
Inclusions
- Enjoy a five-star stay at the Fairmont Nile City on the banks of the River Nile
- Spend five days cruising the glittering Nile River
- Two internal economy class flights
- 18 meals included – eight breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners
- Discover the Valley of the Kings, resting place of Egypt’s pharaohs
- See the Sphinx and pyramids in Giza, the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- Take a guided tour of the brand-new Grand Egyptian Museum
- Fully guided tours of Cairo and Luxor
- Return airport transfers on arrival and departure
Exclusions
- Airfares
- Travel Insurance
Fine Print
- Prices are subject to availability
- Fare includes all taxes and port charges
- Travel insurance not included; customers are advised to purchase appropriate cover after booking
- Itinerary is subject to change without notice
- Visas/ESTA’s are not included
All travellers must have a valid passport for international travel and many countries require at least 6 months validity from the date of return and some countries require a machine-readable passport.
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