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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cairo

    Start point
    Egypt (Arrival transfer from Cairo Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (GEWAN)

    Optional Activities

    • Earlier transfers before the trip starting for extra charge
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  2. Day 2

    Cairo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (GEWAN)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Great Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chefren, Mykerinus)
    • Visit Sphinx and Valley Temple
    • Visit Grand Egyptian Museum
    Landmarks
    Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops)
    Pyramid of Chefren
    Pyramid of Mykerinus
    Sphinx
    Valley Temple
    Grand Egyptian Museum
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  3. Day 3

    Cairo to Luxor

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nile Cruise or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Karnak Temple - Great Hypostyle Hall with statues of Ramses II and obelisks
    • Visit open-air temple complex of Amun
    • Visit Luxor Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Luxor city tour by horse carriage around Luxor city
    • Karnak sound and light show
    Landmarks
    Karnak Temple Complex
    Great Hypostyle Hall
    Luxor Temple
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  4. Day 4

    Luxor to Edfu

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Leisurely dinner onboard)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nile Cruise or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Valley of the Kings
    • Visit Colossi of Memnon
    • Visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

    Optional Activities

    • Sunrise Hot Air Balloon tour
    Landmarks
    Valley of the Kings
    Colossi of Memnon
    Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
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  5. Day 5

    Edfu to Kom Ombo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nile Cruise or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Visit Edfu Temple
    • Visit Kom Ombo Temple
    Landmarks
    Edfu Temple
    Kom Ombo Temple
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  6. Day 6

    Kom Ombo to Aswan

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Nile Cruise or similar )

    Optional Activities

    • Great Temples of Abu Simbel early morning tour
    • Nubian Village afternoon tour
    Landmarks
    Abu Simbel Temples
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  7. Day 7

    Aswan to Cairo

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (GEWAN)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Philae Temple
    • Visit High Dam
    Landmarks
    Philae Temple
    Aswan High Dam
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  8. Day 8

    Depart Cairo

    End point
    Egypt (Departure transfer to Cairo Airport, 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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    March 10th, 2026
    5
    The tours are fantastic. Hamed our tour guide will overwhelm you with information regarding the Egyptian history,...
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  • Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included reviewer 2
    March 10th, 2026
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    Tour was well orginized but a little pushed for time. All tour guides were excellent especially Himad. He was very...
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    March 10th, 2026
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    Poorly organized, poorly executed. The hotel and ship were old and tired. Food was low quality. The tour guides...
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  • K
    March 9th, 2026
    5
    Itinerary - Very good. We squeezed a lot in. Really feel I have had a comprehensive tour. Would say it is moderate to...
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  • V
    March 9th, 2026
    5
    What a wonderful life adventure I gifted myself! Thanks to both guides, who are educated Egyptologists, we received...
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  • Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included reviewer 6
    March 8th, 2026
    5
    The Topur was great! It was itense program at times, but there are so many great things to see! We enjoyed the...
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  • Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included reviewer 7
    March 6th, 2026
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    The tour was the best! Saladino's guidance was exceptional, everything went smoothly, he was always there if help is...
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  • Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included reviewer 8
    March 6th, 2026
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    Great tour guide Ahmed Elkallaf!!
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  • Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included reviewer 9
    March 6th, 2026
    5
    This was a fantastic tour that covered many of the most important highlights of Egypt. The itinerary was very well...
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  • Pharaohs Nile Cruise Adventure - Grand GEM Visit – Return Flights Included reviewer 10
    March 6th, 2026
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    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Review We recently completed the Pharaoh Nile Cruise and it was a fantastic experience. Cruising...
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  • C

    Carolyn

    Asked on February 5th, 2026

    Could you please provide more information on the itinerary, inclusions, and the types of accommodations for this tour?

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    Tour Details
    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      The package includes:
      - Your accommodation at Cairo hotel (4+ Star hotel) and on the Nile cruise (5 Star Standard Nile cruise Boat).
      - Meals (Cairo hotel includes only breakfast / The Nile cruise includes breakfast + lunch + dinner)
      - An English Tour guide.
      - Transportation.
      - Arrival and departure transfers from and to Cairo international airport.
      - Domestic flight from (Cairo - Luxor) and from (Aswan - Cairo).

      The tour doesn't include:
      - Crew and tour guide tips.
      - The entrance fees.
      - Pre and post-tour accommodation.
      - Personal expenses drinks and other meals which are not included etc.
      - Insurance.
      - Optional tours.
      - International flights.
      - Upgrade

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    Vanessa

    Asked on February 4th, 2026

    I'm interested in your tour leaving Giza on Feb 17th for myself and my mother, do you have rooms with separate beds, and how many people are currently booked on

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    Ivan

    Asked on February 4th, 2026

    This says flights included - can you tell me where the flights are from and to. I am in Australia.

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      The adventures we offer will not include international airfare, as travellers can join the trip from many different countries. You will be responsible for booking your own flights to meet at the starting city of your adventure. We do not recommend you book your airfare until your place is confirmed and guaranteed to depart.

    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      The package includes domestic flights only from Cairo to Luxor and from Aswan to Cairo.

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    Lynda

    Asked on February 4th, 2026

    Interested in this adventure and wanted to know the latest day I could book it. I work in the airline industry and won't be able to confirm until closer to the date. Also, would it be an issue if I'm unsure of my flight arrival time until the day of arrival?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      You should book the tour as soon as possible as their is a limited availability in March 2026.

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    James

    Asked on February 3rd, 2026

    what the expected group size is? I'm 19 and solo travelling, so would feel more comfortable being in a larger group :)

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    Sophie

    Asked on February 3rd, 2026

    I realize Egypt is hot in July/August... how much of the tour is in the heat, and what options are there for cooling down?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      July and August are among the hottest months of the year across Egypt, with intense sun especially around midday. If you're planning a tour of Egypt in July or August, yes! much of your trip will be in very hot weather, but you can plan around the heat and still enjoy your experience. Best Ways to Stay Cool: early starts, midday breaks, water activities, proper hydration you can comfortably enjoy your trip.

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    Lydia

    Asked on February 3rd, 2026

    Is it possible you can send info on your nile river tours in this price range. Also names and info on the cruise boat that you use.

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      The cruise is a 5 Star Standard Nile cruise (Full-Board Meals Included). All cabins have a private bathroom, air-conditioned and have a large panoramic ultra violet window. There are on the cruise a swimming pool, Gymnasium, Laundry service, Bar, SPA and restaurant. The Nile cruise will be M/S Reinassance or M/S Radamis or similar.

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    Louis

    Asked on February 2nd, 2026

    Which cruise ship would we be sailing on for mid-March departure dates?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      The Nile cruise will be M/S Reinassance or M/S Radamis or similar.

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    Marina

    Asked on February 1st, 2026

    Can I ask what are the additional entrance fees for the tour. Also do we enter the great pyramid on this tour?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      Entrance Fees: Approximately USD 165 per person, covering all regular sites included in your itinerary. To get inside the pyramids that will need an extra ticket you can pay for it on the spot while you are visiting the pyramids.

    • M

      Marina

      TravelerWritten February 2026

      Is this trip guarantee to depart?

    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten February 2026

      That date is guaranteed.

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    Lydia

    Asked on January 31st, 2026

    Nove 27 nile cruises when do the release dates

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten January 2026

      Within 2 months the available dates on 2027 will be available.

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