- Duration08 Days
- DestinationsCairo, Nile Cruise, Alejandria, Cairo
- DeparturesEvery Day
- Tour typePrivate Tour - English Speaking Guide
- CategoryTravel Packages · Egypt Budget Tours
- PriceFrom $560
Overview
Cheap Egypt Tours: Cairo, Nile Cruise & Alexandria – 8-Day Itinerary
Explore Egypt with our Cheap Egypt Tours: Cairo, Nile Cruise & Alexandria and discover the best of the Pharaohs’ land in just 8 unforgettable days. Start in Cairo with the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, then visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun.
Fly to Aswan and embark on a luxurious Nile Cruise, sailing through serene landscapes. Optional visits include Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, Abu Simbel Temples, and Kom Ombo Temple.
Continue to Luxor, where optional stops include Edfu Temple, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, and the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank.
Take an optional full-day excursion to Alexandria, exploring the Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the Roman Amphitheatre, before returning to Cairo.
This 8-day tour combines affordable travel, ancient history, and Nile adventures, making it perfect for travelers seeking the ultimate Egyptian experience.
Book your Cheap Egypt Tours: Cairo, Nile Cruise & Alexandria today and create memories that will last a lifetime!
Itinerary
- 1
Day 1Welcome to Cairo
- Arrival at Cairo International Airport.
- Meet and assist at the airport, transfer to your hotel.
- Rest and overnight stay in Cairo.
Meals: No Meals
- 2
Day 2Pyramids & GEM
- After breakfast, start your tour with the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Visit the Sphinx, the iconic limestone statue with a lion’s body and human head.
- Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), home to over 120,000 ancient artifacts, including treasures of Tutankhamun.
- Optional: Attend the Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids in the evening for a magical experience
Meals Included: Breakfast
- 3
Day 3Fly to Aswan & Nile Cruise Embarkation (Optional)
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- Breakfast at the hotel.
- flight to Aswan, start your Nile Cruise.
- Optional visits:
- Aswan High Dam
- Philae Temple
- Embark on your Nile Cruise and enjoy the sunset along the Nile.
- Overnight on the Nile Cruise ship in Aswan.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (onboard)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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- 4
Day 4Nile Cruise – Abu Simbel & Kom Ombo (Optional)
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- Optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel Temples.
- Cruise north along the Nile with an optional stop at Kom Ombo Temple.
- Enjoy onboard activities and leisure in the evening.
- Overnight on the Nile Cruise ship.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (onboard)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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- 5
Day 5Nile Cruise – Edfu & Luxor East Bank (Optional)
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- Optional visit to Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus.
- Continue sailing to Luxor, optional visit to East Bank temples:
- Karnak Temple
- Luxor Temple
- Enjoy evening leisure on board.
- Overnight on the Nile Cruise ship in Luxor.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (onboard)
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- 6
Day 6Nile Cruise – Luxor West Bank & Fly to Cairo (Optional)
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- Optional visit to Luxor West Bank:
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
- Disembark the cruise and transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo.
- Overnight in Cairo.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (onboard)
- Optional visit to Luxor West Bank:
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- 7
Day 7Alexandria Day Tour (Optional)
- Optional full-day excursion to Alexandria:
- Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre.
- Return to Cairo for overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- 8
Day 8Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.
Meals Included: Breakfast
- Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
Prices
Summer Prices: (May to Sep.)
| Single Solo Traveler | Per Person in Double | Per Person in Triple |
|---|---|---|
| $980 | $610 | $560 |
Winter Prices: (Oct. to April.)
| Single Solo Traveler | Per Person in Double | Per Person in Triple |
|---|---|---|
| $1030 | $650 | $600 |
High Season Prices: Christmas, New Year, and Easter
| Single Solo Traveler | Per Person in Double | Per Person in Triple |
|---|---|---|
| $1245 | $790 | $725 |
Included & excluded
Included
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Cairo with breakfast, based on the chosen hotel category.
- 3 nights aboard a Nile Cruise with full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner), drinks not included.
- Visit to the Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple of Khafre, and the Grand Egyptian Museum
- English-speaking assistance at airports and for transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide during all visits.
- Transfers in modern air-conditioned buses with English-speaking drivers.
Not included
- Personal insurance (loss of personal belongings, illness, etc.)
- Extra personal expenses
- International flights
- Domestic flights: Cairo – Aswan // Luxor – Cairo
- Egypt entry visa, approximately 35 USD per person, payable on arrival
- Tipping for guides, drivers, and staff
- Drinks in general
- Meals or lunches not mentioned as included in the program
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Optional excursions mentioned in the program:
- Luxor: East Bank and West Bank, including Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Funerary Temple (Deir el-Bahari), Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu Temple (if chosen).
- Aswan: Philae Temple, High Dam, Abu Simbel Temples, Kom Ombo Temple (if chosen).
- Alexandria: optional visits to Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre.
- Any additional service not mentioned as
Good to know
Currency
Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP). Cards are accepted in most hotels and larger shops; carry cash for tips, markets and small purchases.
Power sockets
Types C and F (the two-round-pin European plug), 220 V, 50 Hz.
Time zone
Egypt is on Eastern European Time (UTC+2), and observes daylight saving time (UTC+3) in summer.
Visa
Many nationalities can get an e-visa online before travel or a visa on arrival. Requirements differ by passport — check the official e-visa portal for yours before you book flights.
What to wear
Light, breathable clothing, a hat and sunscreen year-round. Cover shoulders and knees for mosques and churches, and bring a warm layer for desert nights and early starts in winter.