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Egypt Explorer with Nile Cruise - 07 Mar 2026 to 07 Nov 2026

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Operated by Costsaver
Tripcode: EGCSAM26
Overview
Destination:
Egypt
Start:Cairo, Egypt
Finish:Cairo, Egypt
Duration:8 days
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Travel Period
March 2026 - November 2026
Uncover ancient icons and everyday magic with the ultimate Egypt itinerary through the land of the pharaohs. From the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx to the buzzing streets of Cairo and the timeless Nile, this trip serves up the must-sees with loads of freedom to shape your journey your way. Visit temples and tombs, take a scenic sleeper train and choose from epic extras—like Abu Simbel, Alexandria or a belly dancing dinner cruise. It’s all the magic of Egypt, minus the hassle and full of choice.
Standard inclusions
  • 7 Breakfast (B)
  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • The services of a professional English speaking Egyptologist / Travel Director throughout your journey
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Many meals and daily breakfasts included
  • City orientation tours
  • Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
  • Overnight train from Cairo to Aswan
  • Flight from Luxor to Cairo
  • Three-night luxury Nile Cruise
  • Extensive variety of Choice Experiences
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
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Itinerary
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Arrive Cairo
Touch down in Cairo and meet your Travel Director over a welcome mocktail to kick off your Egypt tour.
Cairo and Overnight Train
Start your day ticking off bucket list legends with a visit to the mighty Pyramids of Giza and the mysterious Sphinx. Later, you'll join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a visit to a local carpet weaving workshop, supporting time-honoured traditions and local livelihoods. Your afternoon is free to explore Cairo your way. Want to see more? Choose from our Choice Experiences—delve into the buzz and beauty of the city on a guided Cairo tour, or explore the cutting-edge Grand Egyptian Museum, where history meets modern wonder. Tonight, board your sleeper train to Aswan and drift off as the Nile rolls by.
Arrive Aswan and Nile Cruise
Wake up as your overnight train rolls into Aswan—welcome to Egypt’s laid-back southern charm. Start the day with a visit to the mighty High Dam, followed by a trip to the beautiful island of Philae, where the temple of Isis tells tales of love and resilience. Later, enjoy a breezy felucca ride, soaking up river views and Nubian life along the Nile. This evening, step aboard your Nile cruise and settle into life on the water. Want to see more? Join a Choice Experience to watch the Philae Temple come alive in a spectacular Sound and Light Show under the stars.
Nile Cruise: Aswan – Kom Ombo – Edfu
Today’s all about choosing your own adventure. Fancy a deep dive into local life? Join a Choice Experience and explore Aswan’s colourful bazaar with a Local Guide—perfect for picking up unique finds and mastering the art of the deal. Or go big with an unforgettable trip to Abu Simbel, where colossal statues and temple walls tell tales of ancient power. Later, it’s back to the river as your Nile cruise sets sail once more. Drift towards Kom Ombo and step ashore to explore the twin temples dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the falcon. A little mystery, a little mythology—and a lot to write home about.
Nile Cruise: Edfu - Luxor
Cruise through the Esna Lock this morning and drift into Luxor—once the stomping ground of mighty pharaohs. After a chilled lunch onboard, get ready to be wowed by Karnak Temple. Its huge structure is packed with sky-high columns and stories carved in stone. The rest of the day? Totally up to you with these Choice Experiences. Want to keep the temple vibes going? Check out the Karnak Sound and Light Show—it’s all drama, gods and glowing ruins. Prefer your history? The Luxor Museum is full of ancient treasures and a couple of royal mummies too. Whatever you’re into, Luxor delivers the goods with a big dose of wow.
Disembark: Luxor – Valley of the Kings - Cairo
Fuel up with breakfast on board then say goodbye to your Nile cruise as you head off to uncover more ancient wonders. First stop, the Valley of the Kings—home to the tombs of pharaohs, legends and a whole lot of gold. Next, marvel at the striking Temple of Hatshepsut, Egypt’s powerhouse female ruler, before snapping a pic at the towering Colossi of Memnon. After a morning of unforgettable sights, you’ll board a short flight back to Cairo where your comfy hotel awaits. A day of big moments, with more to come.
Free Day in Cairo
With a full free day in Cairo, how you spend it is totally up to you. Go souvenir hunting in the bazaar, sip a strong local coffee or soak up the street life at your own pace. Want to see more? Take your pick from a range of Choice Experiences. Head out of town on a guided trip to Alexandria packed with coastal views and history, or stick around and explore the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation—home to royal mummies and ancient treasures. This evening, there’s one more Choice Experience on offer: a Nile dinner cruise with tasty local dishes, belly dancing and city lights to send you off in style.
Depart Cairo
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to Cairo and head for home—bags packed, camera full and memories to match.
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Operator
Costsaver

See the world your way. At Costsaver, we're a different kind of tour company. A proud member of The Travel Corporation's family of brands, we exist for those who want to see the world their way. Who value experience over extravagance. Who want to roll their sleeves up, let their hair down and get stuck into local experiences. It's less holiday and more travel. We're all about the ease, the security and the access to expert knowledge. Not to mention having all the admin taken care of. But we also believe in experiencing the world your way. So we exist to fill in that gap. All the ease of a tour. All the freedom of travelling solo. All all without breaking the bank. Making the world a better place: It's impossible to talk about ourselves without mentioning responsible travel. Why? Because it's woven into the very fabric of our organisation. We're relentlessly committed to making a positive impact on the places, the people and the wildlife we encounter along the way, through our sustainability strategy, How We Tread Right.

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