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8-Day Egypt Nile Cruise Itinerary Template

The classic Egypt trip in eight days: three nights in Cairo for the pyramids and old city, a domestic flight to Luxor, and a three-night Nile cruise to Aswan. Each stage has fixed logistics, so the plan is simple to explain and price.

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Day 1

Arrival in Cairo

Airport meet and assist, hotel check-in near Giza or Zamalek, and an evening at leisure.

Day 2

Giza pyramids and Sphinx

Guided visit to the pyramids and the Sphinx, then the Egyptian Museum or the Grand Egyptian Museum in the afternoon.

Day 3

Old Cairo and Saqqara

Saqqara and Memphis in the morning, Islamic Cairo and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar in the afternoon.

Day 4

Fly to Luxor and board the cruise

Domestic flight to Luxor, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, then check in to the Nile cruise ship.

Day 5

West Bank and sail to Edfu

Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon, then sailing towards Edfu.

Day 6

Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan

Horus Temple at Edfu and Kom Ombo Temple, arriving in Aswan by evening.

Day 7

Aswan

Philae Temple, the High Dam and a felucca ride, with Abu Simbel as an optional early-morning excursion.

Day 8

Departure

Disembark after breakfast and fly from Aswan via Cairo for the flight home.

Typically included

3 nights in Cairo hotels and 3 nights on a Nile cruise, full board on the ship
Domestic flights Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo
Airport transfers and an Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees to the listed sites

Usually excluded

International flights
Egypt visa fee
Abu Simbel excursion
Tips and drinks
Travel insurance and personal expenses

Best time to go

October to April is cooler and the main season. Luxor and Aswan can exceed 40 degrees Celsius from May to September, which makes sightseeing exhausting and cruise prices lower. Check current visa and entry rules for Indian passport holders before quoting.

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Frequently asked questions

How should the Nile cruise be described in the quote?

Say how many nights are on the ship, the cabin category, that meals are included on board, and which temples are visited on which days. Cruise sailing order and sightseeing timings depend on the ship and river conditions, so avoid promising exact hours, and say clearly what is optional and what costs extra.

Is Abu Simbel worth adding?

Abu Simbel is a highlight but requires an early start of about three hours each way by road or a short flight from Aswan. Offer it as an optional add-on with a clear extra price, and warn clients that it makes Day 7 long.

What are the practical tips for clients?

Advise modest clothing for mosques and comfortable shoes for uneven ground, a hat and sunscreen, and small notes for tips. Bargaining is common in bazaars. Ask clients to carry their passport for site and hotel checks and to keep copies with them.

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