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Grand Egyptian GEMs: Hidden Pyramids and the Nile - Return Flight Included - 9 Days

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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Arrival in Cairo

    Arrival in Cairo
    Start point
    Cairo International Airport (CAI), Airport Rd, Al Shorouk, Cairo 11, Egypt (Arrival transfer from Cairo International Airport, 06:00 - 23:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (GEWAN)
    Landmarks
    Cairo International Airport
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  3. Day 2

    Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum

    Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (GEWAN)

    Included Activities

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

    Flight to Luxor and Nile Cruise Embarkation

    Flight to Luxor and Nile Cruise Embarkation
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Nile Cruise or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Karnak Great Hypostyle Hall visit
    • Ramses II Granite Statues viewing
    • Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III viewing
    • Temple of Amun visit
    • Luxor Temple visit

    Optional Activities

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

    Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

    Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, and Colossi of Memnon
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Nile Cruise or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Valley of the Kings exploration
    • Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple visit
    • Colossi of Memnon viewing

    Optional Activities

    • Sunrise Hot Air Balloon tour
    Landmarks
    Valley of the Kings
    Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple
    Colossi of Memnon
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  6. Day 5

    Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo

    Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Nile Cruise or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Edfu Temple visit
    • Kom Ombo Temple visit
    Landmarks
    Edfu Temple
    Kom Ombo Temple
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  7. Day 6

    Abu Simbel and Nubian Village (Optional)

    Abu Simbel and Nubian Village (Optional)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (Nile Cruise or similar )

    Optional Activities

    • Abu Simbel Temple tour
    • Nubian Village tour
    Landmarks
    Abu Simbel Temples
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  8. Day 7

    Aswan, Philae Temple, and High Dam

    Aswan, Philae Temple, and High Dam
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (GEWAN)

    Included Activities

    • Philae Temple visit
    • High Dam visit
    Landmarks
    Philae Temple
    Agilkia Island
    High Dam of Aswan
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  9. Day 8

    Saqqara, Dahshur Necropolises, and Local Cuisine

    Saqqara, Dahshur Necropolises, and Local Cuisine
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant with famous Egyptian food)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 5* (GEWAN)

    Included Activities

    • Saqqara Necropolis visit
    • Step Pyramid of Djoser exploration
    • Pyramid of Teti exploration
    • Bent Pyramid visit
    • Red Pyramid visit
    • Local restaurant lunch with Egyptian food
    Landmarks
    Saqqara Necropolis
    Step Pyramid of Djoser
    Pyramid of Teti
    Bent Pyramid
    Red Pyramid
    Dahshur Necropolis
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  10. Day 9

    Departure from Cairo

    Departure from Cairo
    End point
    Cairo International Airport (CAI), Airport Rd, Al Shorouk, Cairo 11, Egypt (Departure transfer to Cairo International Airport, 00:00 - 23:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Cairo International Airport
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  • Julia4.3September 2026
    Led by Ashraf
    Ashraf Roma is a very welcoming and highly knowledgeable guide to all the amazing sites from Luxor to Aswan. He's...
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  • Sophie
    Sophie3.0September 2026
    It was fantastic to see some of the iconic pyramids, temples and historical sites, and all of the tour guides were...
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    Reply from: Beyond The Nile Tours
    Thank you for your review. We’re very happy to hear you enjoyed Egypt’s iconic sites and had a great experience with our guides. We also appreciate your feedback about the itinerary pace. The program is designed to balance sightseeing, travel time and rest, especially in Egypt’s heat. We understand some travelers may prefer a faster-paced schedule, and we offer several other itinerary options to suit different travel styles. Thank you again for travelling with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Egypt.
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  • Deana
    Deana5.0August 2026
    We really enjoyed this tour. (Age 63, 64) We saw more than we expected, and the tour guides were terrific. We even...
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    Traveled in April 2026
  • Ethan5.0August 2026
    Led by Mahmoud
    It was very fun all the sights were explained amazingly by all the guides such as big moe Omar and ashraf were the...
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  • Jean
    Jean5.0July 2026
    Fabulous trip. Amazing guides. Great timing & balance of touring and free time. Delicious, huge variety & quantity of...
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  • Aiman4.0June 2026
    While providing my positive feedback regarding the favorable experiences during the tour, particularly highlighting...
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  • J.P.
    J.P.5.0May 2026
    very helpful, went above and beyond, would recommend
    Traveled in September 2022
  • Terence5.0May 2026
    For us, we thought the tour was super. All the guides,e the transport arrangements and the destinations where perfect...
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  • Gustavo
    Gustavo5.0May 2026
    The tour was great and went as expected very well organized with very nice tour guides, Abdul and Hamed. However, our...
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  • sabine
    sabine4.0May 2026
    The local tour guides and organusation was great. Unfortunately the pick up in Cairo international airport was a...
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    Alex

    Asked on August 19th, 2026

    What is the usual hotel star rating (e.g. 4, 5) used on this tour? Can you share typical or sample hotel names you use in Cairo, Luxor, and any other overnight stops?

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      Alex

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      What is the category/standard of the Nile cruise (e.g. 4* / 5*, standard, deluxe, luxury)? Do you have sample or typical ship names you use for this itinerary?

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      Alex

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      Which parts of the itinerary are travelled by plane, train, or coach? The title mentions “Return Flight Included” – can you clarify exactly which route(s) this flight covers?

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      Alex

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      We are 3 travelers and would like 1 double room + 1 single room. Is this room configuration available, and are there any single supplements or extra fees we should expect?

    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      5-star Gewan Cairo Hotel (or similar)

    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      5-star Renaissance Nile Cruise (or similar)

    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      The trip includes two domestic flights: from Cairo to Luxor and the return flight from Aswan to Cairo. All other transportation will be provided via air-conditioned cars or buses, depending on the size of the group.

    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      The choice of room is up to you; the single room is slightly more expensive.

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    Kathy

    Asked on August 13th, 2026

    Am just trying to be clear on the start time of the tour in Cairo on 2nd February and the end time in Cairo on 10th February so I can arrange the flights to be there at the right time. Presume we may need an extra night before and/or after the tour in a hotel in Cairo.

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      Check-in begins at 13:00 on the first day, and check-out is at 10:00 on the final day of the tour.

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    Lynne

    Asked on August 11th, 2026

    If I join the tour starting on Saturday ending on Sunday, would it be possible to arrange transport to attend both Saturday sunset mass at Holy Family Catholic Church, Maadi at 5 PM on the 1st day and Sunday morning mass at St Clare Heliopolis at 10:30 AM on the 9th day?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      If the request concerns the first or last day of the tour, we can arrange this for an additional transfer fee, however, if the date falls in the middle of the tour that is, during the days dedicated to sightseeing the request cannot be accommodated.

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      Lynne

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      How much approximately would it cost for the additional activities on Day 1 and Day 9?

    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      Unfortunately, we are unable to arrange these additional church visits during the tour itinerary. However, you can book pre- or post-tour accommodation and arrange these visits during your extra time in Cairo.

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    Anna

    Asked on August 10th, 2026

    In Giza, you will take us inside the pyramids, wherever possible, and into whichever pyramids are accessible.

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      Anna

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      I see you offer a tour to Alexandria. How will you organize this trip?

    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      For Alexandria, we can arrange a full-day optional tour from Cairo with transportation and a guide, returning to Cairo the same day.

      Regarding the Giza Pyramids, the tour includes the Giza Plateau. Entry inside the pyramids is subject to availability and opening conditions on the day, and any additional interior-entry tickets can be arranged where available.

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    Sheila

    Asked on August 6th, 2026

    Is it possible to modify this tour? I'd like to stay in Luxor and head to hurghada independently.

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      Please note that this is a group tour. Once the tour has officially departed and is in progress, all guests remain under our responsibility.
      For safety, security, logistics, and insurance reasons, arranging local tours or activities independently is not permitted during the tour while following the official itinerary.
      Guests are free to arrange their own activities before the tour starts or after the tour ends.

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    Mark

    Asked on August 3rd, 2026

    Could you give me more info about the Nile cruise ship and the name of the boat? Are there other people who have already booked the tour for the 19th of September and what is the maximum group size? What are also the names of the hotels in Cairos, Luxor and Aswan? Are the tour guides also Egyptologists?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      Renaissance Cruise or similar, Gewan Cairo Hotel or similar.

      Accommodation details will be confirmed 15 days prior to the trip.

      Current group size is 16 people, subject to increase.

      Yes, our guides are specialists in Egyptologists.

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    Debra

    Asked on July 31st, 2026

    how much each of these expeditions would cost, if there is a discount for certain ages, if there is a discuount for buying for the 4 travelers and if you guys would provide the service to go to said expeditions or not. Abu Simbel Temple Tours. Karnak sound and light show Sunrise Hot Air Ballon Ride

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten August 2026

      The optional excursion prices are as follows:
      Abu Simbel Temple Tour: $125 per person
      Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride: $135 per person
      Karnak Sound and Light Show: $60 per person

      We can also arrange transportation for all optional tours.

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    Jordan

    Asked on July 28th, 2026

    I would like to stay 5 extra days in Cario. Is it possible and how much it is per day?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten July 2026

      The extra night cost changes according to the room type:

      1 extra night at a double room costs 150 USD.
      1 extra night at a single room costs 140 USD.
      1 extra night at a triple room costs 210 USD.

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    Bruce

    Asked on July 21st, 2026

    My mom is 83 and I was advised when putting the trip on hold to contact you to find out if this tour is suitable for her. She is mobile and if not feeling up to doing anything will stay behind in hotel or boat. Are there any activities she really shouldn't do?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten July 2026

      There is no problem, if she is in good health, she can go on the tour.

      It would be our pleasure.

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    Kathleen

    Asked on July 20th, 2026

    Could you provide the Hotel names for stay as well as the Cruise name?

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    • Beyond The Nile ToursOperatorWritten July 2026

      The hotel It will be the *Gewan* or a similar .
      The cruise It will be the *Renaissance* or a similar .

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