Treasures of the Nile
PREMIUM TOUR: Discover the very best of ancient Egypt on this 10-day premium tour, travelling from Cairo to Aswan and back. Enjoy the comfort of five-star hotels, domestic flights, and a luxury Nile cruise as you explore ancient wonders in style. Stand before the iconic Pyramids of Giza, roam the halls of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and uncover royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Sail the Nile to visit riverside temples like Kom Ombo and Philae, and take in the grandeur of Karnak and Luxor temples.
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Tour Overview
Duration
10 daysHotel Rating
5 StarStarts
CairoEnds
CairoMinimum age
18 years oldMaximum age
No max ageArrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Yes, escorted by a tour guideCountry
EgyptMeals included
Breakfast: 9, Lunch: 4, Dinner: 4Passengers
$2,911.25
$400.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 24
Trip Type
Group Tours
Range
This On The Go Tours Signature Journey is operated in conjunction with our local partners and On The Go Tours accredited expert guides, to deliver you an unforgettable tour.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who stays with you throughout the entire journey. From start to finish, they manage logistics, offer insights at every stop, and are on hand to assist with anything you need. You may also enjoy sightseeing with local expert guides, as per the Inclusions. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes, escorted by a tour guideGroup Size
Min 2 / Max 24Tranportation
N/ALanguage
EnglishLanguage
EnglishRange
This On The Go Tours Signature Journey is operated in conjunction with our local partners and On The Go Tours accredited expert guides, to deliver you an unforgettable tour.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who stays with you throughout the entire journey. From start to finish, they manage logistics, offer insights at every stop, and are on hand to assist with anything you need. You may also enjoy sightseeing with local expert guides, as per the Inclusions. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Group ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Cairo
Friday. Upon arrival into Cairo airport you are met and transferred to your 5 star hotel located in downtown Cairo. The rest of the day is free to relax or those arriving early can opt to pre book our optional Backstreets of Cairo tour which departs the hotel at 10am today. This evening a Welcome Meeting will be held at around 7pm.
If you would like to extend your stay and see more of Egypt, we also offer a pre or post tour Alexandria Day Trip.
Day 2 - Pyramids of Giza
Today we visit Egypt's most loved and iconic sight: The Great Pyramids of Giza. We explore the Giza plateau, pyramids and massive Sphinx. We continue on to explore Saqqara - an ancient necropolis with many half-buried tombs and the famous Zhoser’s step pyramid. Then we return to our hotel where the rest of the day is free to relax by the pool and enjoy the hotel facilities.
Day 3 - The Grand Egyptian Museum
Cairo - Luxor. Today we embark on a guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum, an extraordinary 490,000 sq.m complex that houses over 100,000 artefacts and will eventually showcase a giant exhibition featuring the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun. Many items already on display are being exhibited for the first time, gathered from across Egypt and around the world. Wander through vast galleries filled with statues, sarcophagi, everyday objects, and beautifully restored antiquities that bring Egypt’s ancient civilisation to life.
Among the highlights is Tutankhamun’s collection, including iconic pieces such as his golden funerary mask, regal chariot, ornate jewellery, and ceremonial treasures, offering an unforgettable look into the world of the boy king.
Later we transfer to the airport for our flight to Luxor. Please note that your tour guide will not accompany you onboard your flight.
Day 4 - Valley of the Kings
The massive pair of statues known as the Colossi of Memnon are the first monuments we see during our morning visit to the West Bank - home to the legendary Valley of the Kings. We also see the colonnaded Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Return to Luxor for check-in on board our Nile 5 star cruiser. Lunch is at leisure and we have time to relax until our early evening visit to the Temple of Luxor. Luxor Temple looks stunning at dusk and is beautifully illuminated at night.
Note: Dependent upon Nile Cruiser scheduling, we may take an excursion to Karnak Temple this afternoon. Should this occur, day 5 is spent at leisure.
Day 5 - Luxor & Nile Cruising
Luxor - Nile Cruising. This morning we tour the ancient city of Thebes (the East Bank) and gaze at the magnificent Temple of Karnak. More than a temple, Karnak is a gigantic and stunning complex of sanctuaries and pylons dedicated to the Theban gods. Anchors away this afternoon as we set sail downstream.
Day 6 - Cruising & Kom Ombo
Nile Cruising. Relax as we sail the Nile. Later today, we visit the Temple of Kom Ombo. A unique riverside temple, it is unusual in that everything architecturally is doubled and perfectly symmetrical along the main axis of the temple including twin halls, courts, colonnades, sanctuaries and entrances. Arrive in Aswan: a prosperous town at the crossroads of the ancient caravan routes late evening.
Day 7 - The Philae Temple
Nile cruiser - Aswan. Today, we enjoy a short boat trip to Agilika Island for a look at the Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple dates from 4th century BC but the Ptolomies and the Romans up to 3rd century AD built most of the existing structures. In danger of being completely submerged by the rising water of Lake Nasser, in 1972 UNESCO stepped in and an 8-year rescue effort was undertaken to relocate the entire temple 20m higher on nearby Agilika Island.
After lunch, we visit the High Dam and take a felucca sailing trip to Elephantine and Kitchener Island followed by a visit to a perfume oil emporium. As the sun sets, we enjoy free time to shop in the colourful souqs and markets or simply relax and watch an amazing sunset in Egypt’s southern most town straddling the River Nile.
Day 8 - Optional excursion to Abu Simbel
Consider our optional early morning excursion to see the magnificent Temples of King Ramses II at Abu Simbel. In a multimillion dollar operation lead by UNESCO in 1972, the famous temples were re-located to a higher position on the shoreline of Lake Nasser which had threatened to erode the foundations of this monolithic temple complex. Please see our Abu Simbel by Road Add-on for more info. Alternatively you can spend the morning at leisure.
This afternoon offers free time. Consider a visit to the Old Cataract Hotel, where Agatha Christie wrote the novel Death on the Nile. High Tea is also offered on the terrace which affords panoramic views of the Nile set to a backdrop of rolling sand dunes. Or opt for a visit to the well-curated Nubian Museum.
Day 9 - Cairo
Aswan - Cairo. Today we fly back to Cairo. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel, check in and rendezvous with your guide. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the hotel facilities or or you can join our optional excursion visiting Old Cairo, Coptic Cairo and the Citadel of Saladin (book locally).
Day 10 - Cairo
Sunday. Tour ends after breakfast. Included onward transfer to airport.
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Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Cairo Pre Tour Accommodation
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Cairo Post Tour Accommodation
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Additional Extras
Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Carry on your Egyptian affair before or after your tour, with a day trip (including lunch) to amazing Alexandria on the Mediterranean Coast. Founded by Alexander the Great, Alexandria boasts wonderful beaches and an impressive seafront corniche, along which are dotted cafes and restaurants, as well as catacombs, a fortress, souks and relics from a bygone age.
Add-on

Possibly the most awe-inspiring temple of all ancient Egypt, with its gargantuan rock-cut facade is the magnificent Abu Simbel. Guarding the entrance to the temple are 4 colossal seated statues of the pharaoh himself, staring out across Lake Nasser.
Add-on

Discover some of Cairo’s most fascinating neighbourhoods and get off the beaten track on this Backstreets of Cairo tour. Stroll through the bustling Downtown and explore the beautiful mosques and monuments of Islamic Cairo’s spectacular El Moez Street, before bartering for goods at Khan el Khalili Bazaar. Then learn about the life of the Zabbaleen waste pickers before visiting the famous Cave Church of St Simon.
Add-on

Experience the magic of sunrise over Luxor with a breath-taking hot air balloon ride, complete with private transfers from/to your hotel. After an early morning pick-up (approx. 4.30am), enjoy a safety briefing before gently ascending into the sky for a 30–45 minute flight, depending on weather conditions. Marvel at stunning aerial views of the River Nile and ancient landmarks like Karnak and Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple as the first light of day bathes the landscape. After landing, receive a personal flight certificate before returning to your hotel in time for breakfast and your day’s adventures.
Add-on

Enjoy a full-day excursion to the historic city of Suez, located 140 km away from Cairo, on the northern coast of the Gulf of Suez. Explore the Moses Springs Military Tourist Shrine, a significant site from the October War, and visit the Suez National Museum, which showcases the rich history of the Suez Canal through rare artifacts. Stop at Port Tawfik to watch the sea convoys passing through the canal, followed by a local lunch and a short city tour through Suez’s well-known streets. This fascinating excursion offers a unique blend of military history, maritime heritage, and local culture before returning to Cairo in the evening.
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Tour Extensions
Extend your trip with our multi-day tour extensions, including accommodation, sightseeing and free time.

4 days
This 4-day Alexandria & El Alamein add-on can be booked in conjunction with any of our Egypt group tours, city breaks or private tours.
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Prices & Dates
All dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room.
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