All inclusive Private 9 Days 8 Nights Cairo Luxor Aswan 5* Dleux Nile Cruise

Egypt gives you ancient wonders by the handful. This private 9-day package links Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Abu Simbel, and the temples along the Nile with private transfers and Egyptologist guides. I like the efficient route and the three-night full-board cruise, which lets you see a lot without arranging every train, car, ticket, and hotel yourself.

I also like the personal scale: only your group takes part, and a 30-minute camel ride around the Giza Pyramids adds a bit of fun to the big archaeological sights. The main caution is that Egyptian five-star standards can vary. One past booking included the Radisson Blu instead of the named Steigenberger Pyramids, and the hotel was judged far below five-star expectations.

The five details that shape this Egypt trip

Day eight is packed with four major Luxor sites. Karnak comes first, with about two hours to explore its vast temple complex. The scale can be hard to absorb, so stay close to your guide at the start and ask for the key sections rather than trying to understand every column and relief at once.

Luxor Temple follows. It is more compact than Karnak and easier to read as a ceremonial space. Seeing both temples on the same day helps you understand how the ancient city’s religious center was organized.

You then cross to the west bank for the Valley of the Kings. Admission includes entry to three tombs, allowing you to see the painted interiors where Egyptian rulers were buried. Not every tomb is open at all times, so the exact three may vary.

The tombs can involve steep steps, narrow corridors, and uneven surfaces. You will want water and shoes with a firm grip. Photography rules can also vary inside the tombs, so follow your guide and site instructions.

The final stop is the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari. Its broad terraces and cliffside setting make it a different experience from the enclosed tombs and columned temples earlier in the day.

This is an excellent final sightseeing day, but it is not an easy one. Four major stops, heat, walking, and the need to catch the overnight train back to Cairo can leave you worn out. I would prefer one more night in Luxor, but the compact schedule is part of how this package reaches so many places in nine days.

The overnight train back to Cairo and departure

After the Luxor sightseeing, you take the sleeper train from Luxor to Cairo. This second overnight rail journey is included on a half-board basis and completes the northbound return without adding another hotel night.

Day nine is reserved for the transfer to Cairo International Airport. The schedule allows up to five hours for this final segment, which may reflect the train arrival, transfer time, and airport preparation. Keep your passport and travel documents easy to reach, and confirm your departure transfer with the tour representative.

The package requires a passport photocopy for every person at booking. Egypt visa costs are not included, so you need to arrange and budget for that separately.

Food, guiding, shopping stops, and practical costs

Meals are spread across the package rather than fully included everywhere. The two Cairo nights and one Aswan night are bed and breakfast. The sleeper trains are half-board, and the Nile cruise is full-board. The listed inclusions specify five dinners, six lunches, and eight breakfasts.

That arrangement gives you a solid base, but you should budget for meals outside the included count. Bottled water is provided, which is useful during long sightseeing days.

The strongest part of the experience is the guiding. The private Egyptologist is meant to explain the monuments and help your group make sense of the sites. Good guiding matters greatly in Egypt because the major places are large, layered, and easy to reduce to a sequence of photo stops.

You should also expect shopping visits. Past feedback specifically warned that jewelry and essential-oil shops connected with the touring schedule were overpriced. You are not required to buy anything, so treat these stops as optional browsing and compare prices before spending.

Communication before arrival may be uneven, but it tends to improve once you meet the local team. Save the representative’s contact details, confirm hotel names, and ask for a day-by-day schedule before departure.

Who should book this private Egypt package?

I would recommend it to a first-time Egypt visitor who wants the major ancient sights, prefers private transport, and values having a guide at nearly every major stop. It suits couples, families, and small groups that want a broad introduction without managing complicated logistics.

It is also a good fit if you want to combine Cairo with the southern temples and do not mind early starts, sleeper trains, and a brisk pace. The private format means your group can ask questions and move at a more personal rhythm than a large coach group, within the limits of the fixed schedule.

I would hesitate if you need guaranteed international five-star hotel standards, dislike overnight trains, or want plenty of independent time. I would also confirm the price of Abu Simbel and any hot-air-balloon option before treating the $1,400 figure as your complete trip cost.

Should you book this Egypt tour?

Book it if your priority is maximum sightseeing with minimum planning. The route is strong, the Nile cruise adds a pleasant change of pace, and the private Egyptologist can make the Pyramids, tombs, and temples far more meaningful.

Before paying, get three things in writing: the exact Cairo and Aswan hotels, the exact cruise ship and cabin, and whether Abu Simbel is included or optional. If those details suit you, this is a practical, good-value way to see Egypt’s main ancient sites in nine intense days.

FAQ

How long does the Egypt tour last?

The package lasts nine days and eight nights.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins with pickup at Cairo International Airport in Cairo, Egypt.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour or activity.

Which cities and sites are included?

The route covers Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, and Edfu. Sites include the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, the Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Philae, Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and Hatshepsut’s temple.

How many nights are spent on the Nile cruise?

You spend three nights on a five-star deluxe Nile cruise, or a similar cruise ship.

Is the Nile cruise full board?

Yes. The three-night cruise is listed on a full-board basis.

Are sleeper trains included?

Yes. Two nights on sleeper trains are included, one from Cairo to Aswan and one from Luxor to Cairo. They are listed on a half-board basis.

Is Abu Simbel included in the price?

The information is not fully consistent. Abu Simbel appears in the sightseeing schedule, but the cost details list the Abu Simbel excursion as optional. Confirm this directly before booking.

Are hotel stays included?

Yes. The package includes two nights in a five-star Cairo hotel, one night in a five-star Aswan hotel, and the three-night Nile cruise. The named properties are Steigenberger Pyramids, Golden Tulip Aswan, and Blue Shadow Nile Cruise or similar.

Is the Egypt visa included?

No. The visa to Egypt is not included in the package price.