Egypt with Nile Cruise

Egypt

· 9 days· 8 nights· Cairo, Egypt to Cairo· Verified against Globus 30 Oct 2026· Globus / Cosmos

Nine days that cover the Egypt most people picture — the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza — and then the part that makes the trip: a four-night Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan on a deluxe cabin, with Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo and a felucca sail at Aswan. Flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo are included, and so are 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 6 dinners.

From $2,769 pp

Per person, two sharing · land only — flights from home not included · 9 days

Next departure: Jan 9, 2027 · $2,739
Departures open: 28
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
Operator: Globus / Cosmos

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Itinerary, hotels and inclusions checked against Globus / Cosmos's own page on Sep 3, 2026. Dates and prices are read live from the operator's feed.

Our take

For a first look at Egypt this is the shape we would build ourselves: two nights in Cairo for Giza and the new museum, four nights on the river where the temples come to you, then back to Cairo. The Nile cruise is what makes Egypt manageable — you unpack once and the sites line up along the bank. Expect early starts on cruise days, hot afternoons and a lot of standing on ancient stone; Globus's own note says some visits begin early to beat the heat.

Highlights

2 UNESCO World Heritage sites on the route: Historic Cairo, The Pyramid Fields of Giza
Cruise on a felucca (traditional wooden sailing boat) around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan at Aswan
Guided sightseeing tour in Luxor with visit to the Karnak and Luxor Temples, and the Avenue of the Sphinxes
8 nights in listed hotels, 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners, Tour Director throughout
28 departures currently open across 2027, from $2,769 per person, land only — flights from home not included

Who this trip suits

First-time visitors to Egypt who want the Pyramids and the Nile in one week and change
Travelers who would rather unpack once than hop hotels — four of the nine nights are on the ship
Couples and friends who like a Tour Director on the ground in a country where logistics are the hard part
History lovers: Karnak, Luxor, Edfu and Kom Ombo with a Local Guide at each

Who should look elsewhere

Anyone who struggles with heat or early mornings — cruise-day visits start early on purpose
Travelers who need step-free access; temple sites and the ship's gangways are not built for it
People who want the West Bank (Valley of the Kings) included — it is an optional excursion on Day 4, not part of the base tour
Those uneasy about internal flights — there are two

Day by day

Globus / Cosmos's published itinerary, checked Sep 3, 2026

1Welcome to Cairo!Arrive in Cairo, EgyptDinner
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Meals: Dinner
2Secrets of the SphinxCairo. excursion to GizaBreakfast
Your Egyptian discovery starts in the vibrant city of Cairo, located on the River Nile, with a guided sightseeing tour that features a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum. Later, a short drive to Giza is the start of an iconic visit to see some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world - the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids.
Highlight · Get up close and personal with The Pyramids of Giza - one of the World’s Seven Wonders. Ponder the enigmatic secrets of the Sphinx and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Marvel at the massive monument of Cheops, the most colossal pyramid ever built, with an original height of 496 feet.
Meals: Breakfast
3River Mysteries RevealedCairo–Luxor (embarkation)BreakfastLunchDinner
Today, depart Cairo and fly to Luxor. Embark your cruise ship for the start of your Nile River Cruise. Start to get acquainted with the ship and enjoy lunch on board. This afternoon, join the guided sightseeing tour to see the breathtaking Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt, and the Luxor Temple, also known as “the Southern Sanctuary”.
Highlight · See the stunning monuments of Luxor and Karnak, ancient cities whose combined populations once topped one million. Walk among the pillars of the colossal Temple of Amun Ra and along the Avenue of the Sphinxes for an experience you will treasure for a lifetime.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4Kings, Queens & Captain’s CocktailsCruising: Luxor–Esna–EdfuBreakfastLunchDinner
Enjoy some free time to explore more of Luxor at your own pace, once the site of Ancient Thebes and still home to an amazing number of Egyptian monuments. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to the West Bank. Back on board, enjoy the captain’s welcome cocktail party and set sail for Edfu.
Highlight · Venture into the “World’s greatest open-air Museum”, where most of the ruins and artefacts at the site have been preserved and are still in their original forms.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5Egyptian Gods & GownsCruising: Edfu–Kom Ombo–AswanBreakfastLunchDinner
Today, in Edfu, visit the impressive Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch while sailing. Call at Kom Ombo for a guided walking tour featuring the temple dedicated to the crocodile and falcon gods. Enjoy some free time to browse. Continue sailing towards Aswan and this evening enjoy a Galabeya (traditional Egyptian gown) party on board.
Highlight · Explore captivating Kom Ombo with a walking tour of its bluff-top twin temples. Gaze at the spellbinding temples dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek-Ra and the falcon god Horus.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6Landscapes & Legends of the NileCruising: AswanBreakfastLunchDinner
Today discover Aswan, the land of gold that has kept the treasures of the pharaohs for centuries. Sail on a felucca (traditional wooden sailing boat) around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan. This evening, on board your ship, take part in a Nubian Folklore presentation.
Local favorite · Sail from Aswan on a felucca, a traditional Egyptian wooden boat with a canvas sail. Capture the wind to move effortlessly around the botanical sanctuary of Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan – the stately and austere dome-topped rose limestone monument and Carrara-marble tomb of the 20th-century religious and political leader.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
7At Leisure in AswanDisembarkation. AswanBreakfast
This morning, disembark your ship and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an afternoon and evening at leisure to explore more of Aswan independently or join an optional excursion.
Meals: Breakfast
8Capital Ideas in CairoAswan–CairoBreakfastDinner
Depart Aswan this morning and take a flight to Cairo. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in this exciting city before joining your travel companions for a farewell dinner at your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
9Safe travels until we meet again!CairoBreakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals: Breakfast

Dates & prices

Read from Globus / Cosmos's departures feed · per person, two sharing · land only — flights from home not included

Departs	Returns	Group	Price pp	Availability
Oct 31, 2026	Nov 8	Standard	$3,379	Please call
Nov 7, 2026	Nov 15	Standard	$3,379	Please call
Nov 14, 2026	Nov 22	Standard	$3,379	Please call
Nov 21, 2026	Nov 29	Standard	$3,379	Please call
Nov 28, 2026	Dec 6	Standard	$3,379	Please call
Dec 5, 2026	Dec 13	Standard	$3,349	Please call
Jan 9, 2027	Jan 17	Standard	$2,739$3,339	Available
Jan 16, 2027	Jan 24	Standard	$2,739$3,339	Available
Mar 6, 2027	Mar 14	Standard	$3,399	Available
Mar 13, 2027	Mar 21	Standard	$3,399	Available
Mar 20, 2027	Mar 28	Standard	$3,399	Available
Mar 27, 2027	Apr 4	Standard	$3,399	Available
Apr 3, 2027	Apr 11	Standard	$3,399	Available
Apr 10, 2027	Apr 18	Standard	$3,399	Available

20 more departures scheduled — ask us for the full calendar. Prices are the operator's current published rates and can change until a deposit is paid; we reconfirm on enquiry.

Where you stay

Hotels as listed by Globus / Cosmos, “as shown or similar.” Tap a hotel name to see it on Google Maps.

Cairo

Sofitel Cairo Nile El GezirahDeluxe

An urban oasis directly on the Nile, this sophisticated 433-room hotel is located on Gezira Island in the heart of downtown Cairo close to the exclusive Zamalek area with its chic trendy restaurants…

Aswan

The Zen Wellness ResortDeluxe

Nestled in the heart of Aswan, the famed Land of Gold, this contemporary luxury resort combines stylish accommodation with a range of upscale amenities. Each spacious guest room features…

Cairo

Le Méridien Cairo AirportDeluxe

Le Méridien Cairo Airport is a smoke-free 5-story hotel directly linked to Terminal 3 by a pedestrian bridge and is nearby one of the best shopping malls in the city. Onsite unique dining venues…

What's included

Tour Director for the whole trip, plus Local Guides at the major sites
8 nights in the hotels listed below ("as shown or similar")
8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners — see the day-by-day for which days
Internal flights as shown in the itinerary
Coach travel between cities as shown, with luggage handled hotel to hotel
Guided sightseeing in Cairo with a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum
Guided visit to the Sphinx and the Great Pyramids of Giza
Four-night Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan
Guided sightseeing tour in Luxor with visit to the Karnak and Luxor Temples, and the Avenue of the Sphinxes
Guided visit to the Temple of Horus
Guided walking tour in Kom Ombo
Cruise on a felucca (traditional wooden sailing boat) around Kitchener’s Island and the Mausoleum of Aga Khan at Aswan
Flights between Cairo and Luxor and Aswan and Cairo

What's not included

International airfare — every price on this page is land-only; we quote flights from South Florida with your dates
Airport transfers at the start and end unless stated in the itinerary (Globus adds them when air is booked through them)
Meals not listed: about 5 lunches and 2 dinners, plus drinks with meals
Gratuities for the Tour Director, driver and Local Guides (Globus offers a prepaid option for the first two)
Optional excursions, bookable from 90 days before departure
Travel protection — recommended, and we will price it alongside the tour
Single supplement for solo travelers — quoted on request

The real cost of this trip

The “from” price is the operator's land-only rate. This is what sits on top of it, so the number you budget is the number you pay.

Flights from South Florida	Not included. We price them with your dates; arriving a day early is worth it when the tour starts with an evening meet-up.
Airport transfers	Not included on the standard tour. Globus adds them when air is booked through them; otherwise a taxi or pre-booked car.
West Bank excursion	The Valley of the Kings is optional on Day 4 and priced separately.
Visa	U.S. passport holders need an Egyptian visa, available on arrival or online for a fee. We confirm the current process when you book.
Meals not covered	8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners are in. Budget for the rest, plus drinks.
Gratuities	Tour Director, driver and Local Guide tips are extra. Globus offers a prepaid option for the Tour Director and driver.
Optional excursions	Offered from 90 days before departure and on tour. Not required to enjoy the itinerary.
Travel protection	Not included. We recommend it for a trip at this price point and quote it with the tour.
Solo travelers	A single supplement applies. We quote it per departure.

Good to know

The ship: Cruise details:
The ship: Deluxe cabin- featuring twin beds (can convert to double), private en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, tinted panoramic windows.
The ship: Globus Host service throughout the cruise.
Group size: Standard departures travel by full-size coach.
Price basis: Per person, based on two sharing a room, land only — flights from home not included. Hotels are as listed or similar.
Start and finish: 9 days from Cairo to Cairo.

Group minimums

Group rates and amenities unlock at these tiers. Negotiated through Travel Connects' supplier relationships.

Tier	What you get
8+ guests	Group pricing starts here — Globus quotes group rates from 8 travelers. Ask us for a group quote.
20+ guests	Custom itinerary available — Globus can build a tailor-made version of this tour.

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Questions we get about this trip

Is airfare included?

No. Every price on this page is land-only. We quote flights from Fort Lauderdale or Miami with your dates, and Globus can add airport transfers when the air is on their booking.

Is the Valley of the Kings included?

No. Day 4 leaves Luxor free, and the West Bank — Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut's temple — is offered as an optional excursion. We flag this because most people assume it is in the base price.

What is the ship?

Globus lists the Mövenpick MS Royal Lily for the cruise portion, in a deluxe cabin with twin beds that convert to a double, private bathroom and panoramic windows. Ships can change; we confirm at booking.

How much walking is there?

Expect guided walking tours most days, often on cobbles, steps and uneven ground. If that is a concern, tell us before you commit and we will talk it through rather than hope for the best.

Which dates are cheapest?

Prices vary by departure — the dates table on this page is read from Globus's own feed, so what you see is current. Shoulder-season departures are usually the lower-priced ones; any Small Group departures cost more.

What if we need to cancel?

Globus's published terms apply and the fee schedule depends on the departure and whether air is booked through them. We link the terms rather than restate them, and we walk you through the exact figures on your reservation before you pay a deposit.

Cancellation policy

Globus' published Travel Terms & Conditions apply. Deposit amounts, final payment dates and the cancellation fee schedule vary by product and departure date, and differ again for air booked through Globus; the exact figures are confirmed on your reservation. Full terms: globusjourneys.com/terms