The bestselling Egypt itinerary for Indian travellers, combining Cairo with a four-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor over eight days.
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The bestselling Egypt itinerary for Indian travellers, combining Cairo with a four-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor over eight days. After the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum and an Alexandria day trip, you fly to Aswan to board a five-star ship with an Indian chef onboard. Sailing downriver, you visit the Philae Temple, ride a felucca, and reach Luxor for the Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples. Two internal flights and all meals on the cruise are included, making this an easy, full-board way to see ancient Egypt's greatest hits. The cruise pace is relaxed, with temples by day and the river drifting by. This is a strong choice for first-timers wanting the iconic sights with comfort. starting at INR 1,80,000 per person. Covers Cairo 3N, Aswan 1N, Nile cruise Aswan-Luxor 4N.
Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to rest before the busy itinerary ahead. Cairo's blend of ancient and modern sets the tone for the journey through Egypt's history.
Visit the Giza plateau for the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, with a camel ride option. In the afternoon, explore the Egyptian Museum and its pharaonic treasures. Evening free to relax or wander Cairo's lively streets.
A full-day excursion to the Mediterranean city of Alexandria, taking in Pompey's Pillar, the catacombs, the Citadel of Qaitbay on the seafront and the modern Library of Alexandria. Return to Cairo in the evening for your final night in the capital.
Fly south to Aswan and embark on your five-star Nile cruise. Visit the High Dam and the beautiful Philae Temple on its island, then enjoy a traditional felucca sail on the Nile. Settle into your cabin with all meals onboard.
Sail downriver, stopping to visit the dramatic dual temple of Kom Ombo and the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Between sites, relax on deck and watch riverside life drift past. All meals served onboard.
Arrive at Luxor and cross to the west bank for the Valley of the Kings, with its painted royal tombs, the temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the ship for lunch and an afternoon at leisure on the river.
Visit the vast temple complex of Karnak and the Luxor Temple on the east bank, the highlights of ancient Thebes. Disembark and fly back to Cairo for your final night, with the evening free for last-minute shopping.
Transfer to Cairo airport for your return flight. If time allows before check-in, pick up souvenirs or papyrus and reflect on a journey through five thousand years of Egyptian history.
Yes. Visa-on-arrival (around 25 USD) is available for Indians holding valid Schengen, UK, or US visas; otherwise pre-arrange an eVisa.
October to April. Aswan and Luxor get very hot May to September.
Yes. The Indian chef onboard the Nile cruise is a key differentiator and serves vegetarian and Jain meals on request.
Moderate. Temple visits involve 3 to 6 km on uneven stones.
Yes for serious history fans; the day involves a 3-hour pre-dawn drive each way from Aswan.
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