Travel through Egypt with your family and share moments you’ll never forget. Stand together in front of the Pyramids, sail the Nile on a traditional felucca, and step into ancient tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Along the way, you’ll meet local people, enjoy home-cooked meals, and experience Egypt not just as visitors, but as welcomed guests. This journey is about history, culture, and making memories as a family.

Highlights

The Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx with an Egyptologist guide
The High Dam and the beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan
3-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with pool time on board
A felucca sail to a Nubian village and tea with local families
Optional flight excursion to the temples of Abu Simbel
Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek
The Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt's best-preserved temples
The Valley of the Kings, with the option to visit Tutankhamun's tomb
The Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple's Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 giant columns
The Grand Egyptian Museum, with a fun scavenger hunt for kids
Islamic Cairo and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar
A farewell dinner with your group

Overview

Day 1 – Cairo
Welcome to Cairo! Upon arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, meet your tour leader and fellow families at a welcome meeting this evening—a chance to connect and get excited for the journey ahead.

Day 2 – Cairo
Today is all about wonder. Stand in front of the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx—icons of ancient Egypt. Your Egyptologist guide will share fascinating stories as you explore these timeless monuments together.
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Day 3 – Cairo → Aswan
Fly south to Aswan this morning and visit the mighty High Dam and the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Later, board your Nile cruise ship for lunch and some poolside relaxation. In the evening, enjoy a traditional felucca sail to a Nubian village. Wander through the community, sip tea with locals, and learn about their unique culture before returning for dinner on board.
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 4 – Aswan → Kom Ombo → Edfu
Relax on board this morning or opt for an excursion to the incredible temples of Abu Simbel (by flight). After lunch, visit Kom Ombo Temple, dramatically perched along the riverbank and dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Continue sailing toward Edfu, where the ship will dock for the night. Dinner on board.
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5 – Edfu → Luxor
This morning, step into the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Afterwards, sail toward Luxor. Enjoy lunch, relax on deck, and watch the scenery pass by as you continue down the Nile. Dinner is served on board.
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6 – Luxor (West Bank)
Cross to Luxor’s West Bank and visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to one of Egypt’s most powerful queens. See the towering Colossi of Memnon before exploring the legendary Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were laid to rest. Step inside richly decorated tombs, with the option to visit Tutankhamun’s resting place.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Luxor → Cairo
This morning, explore the spectacular Temple of Karnak, famous for its Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 massive columns. Later, fly back to Cairo and settle into your hotel for the night.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 – Cairo
Spend the morning at the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to over 100,000 treasures. Kids can enjoy a scavenger hunt to make the visit interactive and fun. In the afternoon, explore the winding streets of Islamic Cairo and soak up the atmosphere of Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Tonight, gather with your group for a farewell dinner to celebrate your journey together.
Meals: Breakfast | Dinner

Day 9 – Cairo
Your Egyptian adventure comes to an end after breakfast. Depart at any time.
Meals: Breakfast

Trip facts

Arrival City: Cairo
Departure City: Cairo
Accomodation: 5 nights in hotels 3 nights aboard a Nile River Cruise
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners- Budget approximately USD 140–195 for additional meals not included
Transportation: All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide: Certified Egyptologist tour leader throughout the tour

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 Cairo

Welcome to Egypt!
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, enjoy your included transfer to the hotel. After check-in, meet your Tour Leader and fellow families at a welcome meeting this evening—a chance to get to know each other before the journey begins.

Included:

Arrival transfer (Cairo Airport → Hotel)
Welcome meeting with your Tour Leader and group

Day 2 Cairo

Start the day with a visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Guided by your Egyptologist, you’ll hear fascinating stories as you walk among these world wonders.

Included:

Guided visit: Great Pyramid of Giza & Sphinx
Private vehicle transport around Cairo

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Day 3 Cairo → Aswan

High Dam, Philae Temple & Nile Cruise
Fly south to Aswan. Visit the impressive High Dam before sailing to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. After boarding your Nile cruise ship, enjoy lunch and pool time.

In the evening, take a felucca ride to a Nubian Village. Explore the community, learn about Nubian traditions, and share mint tea with a local family. Return to the ship for dinner on board.

Included:

Flight Cairo → Aswan
Guided visits: High Dam & Philae Temple
Nubian Village visit with felucca ride & tea
Begin 3-night Nile cruise

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 4 Aswan → Kom Ombo → Edfu

Spend the morning relaxing onboard, or choose an optional excursion by flight to the temples of Abu Simbel. After lunch, sail to Kom Ombo Temple, dramatically located on the Nile’s banks. Dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god, it’s one of Egypt’s most unique sites. Continue cruising to Edfu, where you’ll dock overnight.

Included:

Kom Ombo Temple visit
Nile cruising Aswan → Edfu

Optional:

Abu Simbel excursion (with flights)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 5 Edfu → Luxor

This morning, visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch as you sail toward Luxor. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on board, watching life along the riverbanks.

Included:

Guided visit: Edfu Temple
Nile cruising Edfu → Luxor

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6 Luxor (West Bank)

Cross the Nile to explore Luxor’s West Bank. Begin with the Temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler, and see the Colossi of Memnon. Continue to the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll descend into some of the royal tombs.

Included:

Guided visits: Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon & Valley of the Kings

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Day 7 Luxor → Cairo

This morning, explore the grand Karnak Temple Complex, famed for its Hypostyle Hall with 134 giant columns. After lunch on your own, fly back to Cairo.

Included:

Guided visit: Karnak Temple
Flight Luxor → Cairo

Meals: Breakfast | Dinner

Day 8 Cairo

The Grand Egyptian Museum & Khan el-Khalili
Spend the morning at the Grand Egyptian Museum, the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to one civilization. Families can join a fun scavenger hunt while exploring the treasures.

In the afternoon, take an orientation walk through Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, Cairo’s oldest market, and enjoy time for last-minute shopping. Conclude the day with a festive farewell dinner near your hotel.

Included:

Guided visit: Grand Egyptian Museum
Orientation walk: Khan el-Khalili Bazaar
Farewell dinner

Meals: Breakfast | Dinner

Day 9 Cairo

Departure Day
Your adventure ends after breakfast. Transfers can be arranged for those extending their stay.

Meals: Breakfast

What's included

Included

Arrival transfer from Cairo International Airport
Guided visit to the Pyramids of Giza & the Sphinx
Guided visit to Philae Temple in Aswan
Guided visits to the Valley of the Kings & the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Guided visits to the Temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo
Guided visit to Karnak Temple
Guided visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum
Guided exploration of Khan El-Khalili Market and Muiz Street
All gratuities for included activities and meals
Internal flights within Egypt
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
5 nights in hotels
3 nights aboard a Nile River Cruise
8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Budget approximately USD 155–205 for additional meals not included
Private vehicle-Plane-Felucca-Nile cruise ship
Certified Egyptologist tour leader throughout the tour

Optional extras

Temple of Abu Simbel Visit – from $125
Abu Simbel is one of Egypt’s most impressive monuments—a true mix of history and modern engineering. Built by Ramses II over 3,000 years ago, the temple was later moved stone by stone by UNESCO to save it from the rising waters of the Nile. Standing before the towering statues of Ramses, Ra-Horakhty, Amun, and Ptah is an unforgettable experience.
👉 Highly recommended if you don’t want to miss one of Egypt’s most iconic sites.

Private Room Upgrade – from $935
Prefer a little extra privacy? If you’re traveling solo, you can upgrade to your own private room for the entire trip. Simply select this option when booking.
👉 A great choice if you value comfort, quiet, and your own space to relax after busy days.

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19 – 27 Dec 2026

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$2,295per person

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26 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027

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$2,295per person

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Overview

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What's included

Included

Optional extras

Route map

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