13 Days Egypt Highlights Tour Cairo & Round Trip Cruise

Welcome to Egypt. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your Egypt Top Tours representative will meet and assist you with all arrival procedures before accompanying you to your hotel.

After check-in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to relax after your international journey or begin discovering the atmosphere of Cairo on your own.

After breakfast, begin your Egyptian adventure at the world-famous Giza Plateau.

Spend the day exploring The Great Pyramids of Giza: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure while learning about the engineering achievements and mysteries behind these monumental structures. Continue to The Great Sphinx of Giza, one of Egypt’s most recognizable ancient symbols.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel in Cairo.

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.

Upon arrival, begin discovering the East Bank of ancient Thebes with visits to the magnificent Karnak Temple and the elegant Luxor Temple. Walking through their massive halls and sacred avenues offers an unforgettable introduction to ancient Egyptian temple architecture.

Following lunch, transfer to your long Nile cruise and settle into your cabin for the beginning of a relaxing seven-night sailing experience along the Nile.

Wake up before sunrise for one of the most memorable experiences in Egypt.

Enjoy a breathtaking Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor above the Nile Valley as the first light of day illuminates temples, fields, villages, and desert mountains below. The panoramic scenery offers a completely different perspective of Luxor and its ancient landscape.

After landing, return to the cruise and spend the remainder of the day relaxing onboard while sailing peacefully along the Nile.

Today the cruise arrives at the riverside town of Edfu.

Travel by traditional horse carriage through local streets to visit the remarkably preserved Edfu Temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. The temple’s towering pylons, detailed carvings, and impressive halls make it one of Egypt’s most complete ancient temples.

After the visit, continue sailing through the tranquil Nile scenery while enjoying lunch and afternoon relaxation onboard.

This morning, travel south through the desert landscapes toward the extraordinary Abu Simbel Temples.

Carved directly into the mountainside during the reign of Ramses II, the temples are considered among the greatest masterpieces of ancient Egypt. Massive statues guard the entrance while the interiors preserve remarkable carvings and sacred chambers.

Your guide will also explain the fascinating story behind the UNESCO-led relocation project that saved the temples from flooding during the construction of the High Dam.

After the excursion, return to your Nile cruise for dinner and overnight.

After breakfast, begin exploring the highlights of Aswan.

Visit The High Dam of Egypt before taking a short motorboat ride to the enchanting Temple of Philae, beautifully located on an island in the Nile.

Later, continue to The Nubian Village, where painted houses, local traditions, and warm hospitality offer a unique cultural experience different from the rest of Egypt.

Return to the cruise in the evening.

As the cruise continues northward, stop at the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris.

Positioned dramatically beside the Nile, the temple offers beautiful riverside views and an atmosphere unlike any other site along the river.

Spend the remainder of the day relaxing onboard while enjoying the peaceful scenery of Upper Egypt passing by.

Today focuses on Luxor’s legendary West Bank, home to Egypt’s royal tombs and mortuary temples.

Explore The Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated tombs hidden within the mountains.

Continue to the elegant Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s architectural masterpieces, before stopping at the Colossi of Memnon.

Return to the cruise afterward for your final evening onboard.

After breakfast and disembarkation, transfer to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day free for relaxation or optional activities.

After breakfast, spend the day exploring The Grand Egyptian Museum, one of the largest archaeological museums in the world.

The museum combines modern architecture with extraordinary collections that showcase the richness of ancient Egyptian civilization. Spacious galleries, immersive exhibits, and panoramic pyramid views create a truly unique experience.

Lunch is included during the tour before returning to your hotel.

Your final full day in Egypt combines archaeology, Islamic heritage, and Coptic history.

Begin at The Egyptian Museum of Cairo, home to thousands of ancient artifacts and royal treasures.

Continue to the impressive Salah El Din Citadel, where you’ll visit the elegant Mosque of Muhammad Ali (The Alabaster Mosque) overlooking Cairo’s skyline.

Later, explore the spiritual atmosphere of Old Cairo, including the famous Hanging Church and surrounding historic landmarks.

After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

Your unforgettable journey with Egypt Top Tours comes to an end after thirteen memorable days filled with pyramids, temples, Nile sailing, cultural encounters, and timeless Egyptian history.