Embark on our Classic Egypt Tours, the quintessential way to experience the cradle of civilization. This beautifully paced itinerary combines the iconic highlights of Cairo and the Giza Pyramids with Egypt’s earliest wonders—including Saqqara’s Step Pyramid of Djoser (the world’s first pyramid) and the ancient ruins of Memphis, Egypt’s legendary first capital.
Complete your journey with a luxurious Nile River cruise, where you can relax in total comfort while drifting past thousands of years of living history.
Tour Includes:
Included
- Meeting & Assistant at Airport.
- Transfer by air conditioned vehicle.
- Our representative from Egyptiantrips speaks your language.
- Accommodation 4 nights in Cairo at standard 5 stars hotel.
- Accommodation 3 nights at deluxe Nile cruise.
- Entrance fees to all sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary.
- Lunch during day tours.
- Return Flight ticket from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor to Cairo.
- All Taxes.
Excluded
- Egypt entry visa
- International flight
- Beverage and drinks in the restaurant
- Personal needs
- Any extra not mentioned in the itinerary
- Extra tickets (Pyramids inside)
- Tipping
Trip Facts
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Private A/C vehicle + domestic flight Cairo–Aswan + Nile cruise
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Cairo (any day)
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October – April
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Breakfast at hotels; full board on Nile cruise
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4–5 star hotels + Nile cruise cabin
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English, German, French
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1–15
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Classic Package, Private
Overview & Highlights
The Classic Egypt Tour is the definitive way to experience this extraordinary country — a perfectly structured 8-day journey combining Cairo’s legendary ancient monuments with a full Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor. This is Egypt as it should be seen: unhurried, expertly guided, and fully immersive.
In Cairo, you’ll spend three days exploring the timeless highlights: the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara — the world’s first monumental stone building — the ruins of Memphis, Egypt’s original capital, and the world-class Egyptian Museum (GEM) with its unparalleled collection of pharaonic treasures.
Fly south to Aswan to board your Nile cruise, visiting the island Philae Temple and the mighty Aswan High Dam. Over the next four nights, sail northward past riverside villages, stopping at the perfectly preserved Temple of Edfu and the twin-deity Kom Ombo Temple, before arriving in magnificent Luxor for visits to the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, and Luxor Temple.
Every step of the way, a licensed Egyptologist guide from EgyptianTrips brings the ancient world to life.
Trip Highlights
- The definitive 8-day Egypt classic — everything you must see, nothing you don't need
- Explore the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx — the last surviving wonder of the ancient world
- Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara — humanity's first monumental stone structure
- Full Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor with our representative from Egyptiantrips
- Temple of Edfu and Kom Ombo on the cruise; Karnak and Valley of the Kings in Luxor
- Private transport throughout — no group tours, your own schedule.
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Trip of a lifetime
From the pyramids at Giza to the temples of Luxor, every day was perfectly organised. Our guide was knowledgeable, warm and made sure we never felt rushed. Highly recommend Egyptian Trips.
Seamless from start to finish
Booking was easy, the driver was always on time, and the hotels were excellent. The Nile cruise was the highlight of our holiday. We will be back for the desert tour next year.
Knowledgeable guides, no hidden costs
Everything was exactly as described. Our Egyptologist brought the history to life and the whole team was responsive on WhatsApp throughout the trip. Five stars well deserved.
Better than we imagined
A truly authentic experience. The food, the people and the sites all exceeded our expectations. Special thanks to the team for handling every detail so we could just enjoy Egypt.
Felt safe and looked after
As two women travelling alone we felt completely safe and cared for the entire time. The itinerary balanced sightseeing with rest perfectly. Cannot recommend them enough.
Outstanding value
Great communication before the trip and flawless execution once we arrived. Abu Simbel at sunrise was unforgettable. Thank you Egyptian Trips for a wonderful week.