8 day Egypt tour is one of the best ways to discover the treasures of Egypt, combining the fascinating history of the Capital City of Cairo with the magic of the Nile River. This 8 Days Egypt Trip to Cairo, Nile Cruise in 2026 has been created for travelers who want to explore the must-see landmarks of Egypt at a relaxed pace while enjoying the comfort of a Nile cruise.
Carefully designed as an Egypt itinerary 8 days package, it offers the perfect balance between ancient wonders and modern experiences. Whether you are visiting Egypt for the first time or returning to see more, this Egypt 8 day tour highlights the timeless charm of the pyramids, temples, and tombs while giving you time to enjoy the vibrant life of Cairo.
Spending 8 days in Egypt allows you to connect with the heart of its culture, from the Pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor and Aswan.
After you arrive in Egypt, our professional representative and private driver will warmly welcome you at Cairo International Airport, transfer you via our air-conditioned vehicle, all part of your 8 Days Egypt Tour.
They will assist with a smooth hotel check-in and review your detailed Egypt itinerary 8 days to ensure everything is perfectly arranged for your journey.
Overnight: In Cairo hotel.
After you have your breakfast at your hotel, our tour guide will meet you and dpart with you to the Giza Plateau to begin your tour with the legendary Giza Pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, built over 23 years with about 3 million limestone blocks and aligned with the cardinal directions.
Then visit the Pyramid of Khafre, which appears taller due to its elevated position.
Continue to the Pyramid of Menkaure, built by Khufu’s grandson. It features a granite-covered base and three small pyramids behind it for royal family members.
Upon finishing your tour to the three pyramids of Giza, explore the Valley Temple, a 41-square-meter granite structure used for mummification, and see the remnants of the connecting causeway.
Standing before the Sphinx, you will feel the timeless mystery of ancient Egypt. this is the biggest sphinx in Egypt, carved from a single limestone block, representing King Khafre. It stands 21 meters high and 73 meters long.
Have a break to have Lunch at a good quality restaurant.
Continue to the Necropolis of Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the earliest stone pyramid ever built. Overnight in Cairo. You’ll also explore the tombs of Princess Idut and Kagemni, featuring detailed carvings of ancient Egyptian daily life.
After your amazing Giza plateau tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel afterward.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Overnight: In Cairo hotel.
After your breakfast at your Hotel, start your day with a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, home to over 120,000 priceless artifacts (including royal jewelry, statues, sarcophagi, and remarkably preserved animal mummies) each offering a captivating glimpse into Egypt’s glorious past.
Then visit the Citadel of Saladin and the magnificent Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, which overlooks Cairo built in 1830 this mosque has become the emblem of Cairo it has the different names mosque of the forte because its made it above the fort Salah El-Din second name the mosque of alabaster marble after its made they covering the mosque by alabaster, the third name Mosque of Muhammad because it founded by Mohamed Ali Pasha.
End your day exploring Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a traditional marketplace full of Egyptian souvenirs, spices, and handmade crafts.
Then our Guide and driver will ensure to transfer you back safely to your Hotel to stay your night over.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Overnight: In Cairo hotel.
After you check out from your Cairo hotel, our representative will accompany you to the airport to catch a morning domestic flight to Aswan, where you will begin your Egypt Nile Cruise adventure.
There you will meet our Egypt tour guide who will guide you to visit the High Dam, an engineering marvel of the 20th century begin with the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel built to control Nile flooding, enhance Egypt’s irrigation system, and boost agricultural productivity.
Next, you will head to visit the Unfinished Obelisk, which was carved in the mountain. it weighs 1150 tons and its height reaches 42 meters.
Then, move to explore the beautiful Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Relocated to Agilkia Island to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, the temple is one of Aswan’s most iconic attractions.
Afterward, transfer to your cruise ship for lunch, dinner, and relaxation on board while sailing to Kom Ombo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Overnight: On board the Cruise.
In the 5th morning of your Luxury Egypt 8 days itinerary, you will arrive in Kom Ombo, where you’ll explore the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to two ancient Egyptian gods (Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder). This double temple features symmetrical sections honoring each deity, showcasing fascinating Greco-Roman architecture and religious symbolism.
After exploring the Temple of Kom Ombo, you’ll return on board to enjoy a delightful lunch as your cruise continues sailing toward Edfu.
A few hours later, you’ll arrive in Edfu, where you’ll visit the magnificent Temple of Horus (also known as the Edfu Temple), one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Buried beneath the desert sands for over 2,000 years, this impressive monument was begun by Ptolemy III Evergetes in 327 B.C. and completed by his successors up to the reign of Cleopatra VII. The temple was dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, a symbol of divine kingship and protection.
After your tour of the Edfu Temple, you’ll return on board to enjoy dinner and spend the night on the cruise as you sail gracefully toward Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Overnight: On board the Cruise.
Arrive in Luxor and cross to the Nile West Bank in Luxor. You’ll begin your day exploring the West Bank of Luxor, starting with the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of the New Kingdom pharaohs, chosen for its secluded location to safeguard their eternal resting places. More than 60 tombs have been unearthed here, including those of Tutankhamun, Tuthmose IV, and Amenhotep II.
Next, you’ll visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an architectural masterpiece carved into the cliffs of the Theban Mountains. The temple’s terraces and detailed reliefs vividly depict scenes from Hatshepsut’s reign, including her famed expedition to the Land of Punt (modern-day Somalia), led by the Egyptian commander Nehesy, to acquire ivory, incense, gold, gum arabic, and exotic trees.
Your final stop on the West Bank is the iconic Colossi of Memnon (two towering statues of Amenhotep II, each rising nearly 20 meters high and weighing about 700 tons, standing as silent sentinels of ancient Thebes).
After your tour, return to your luxury Nile cruise to enjoy a relaxing lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, followed by an overnight stay on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Overnight: On board the Cruise.
Disembark the Egyptian cruise after breakfast, accompanied by your guide and driver, and set out to explore the East Bank of Luxor, to visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, dedicated to Amun-Ra and considered the largest religious complex in the world, with construction spanning from the Middle Kingdom to the New Kingdom.
Continue to Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II, Hatshepsut, and Tuthmosis III. It was dedicated to the Theban Triad: Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.
After your East Bank tour in Luxor, you will be transferred to the International Airport of Luxor to depart back to Cairo and spend the last night of your 8 days Egypt tour package.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Overnight: In Cairo hotel.
After breakfast, our driver will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
Your 8 days Egypt tour comes to an end, leaving you with unforgettable memories of ancient wonders and the beauty of the Nile.
This Egypt 8 day itinerary in 2026 offers an ideal mix of history, culture, and relaxation. By spending 8 days in Cairo and sailing the Nile between Aswan and Luxor, travelers experience the highlights of Egypt in one complete journey. Choosing this Egypt 8 day tour guarantees you will return home with a deeper appreciation for the land of the pharaohs, its temples, pyramids, and timeless stories that continue to inspire the world.
Meals: Breakfast
Tipping is not included in any of our packages, including the 8 Days Egyptian Budget trip to Cairo and Nile Cruise, and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. While not mandatory, tipping is very important to the people who take care of you during your trip.
Extra personal expenses on the 8 Days Egyptian Budget trip to Cairo and Nile Cruise may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational activities, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
All our packages and tours, including the 8 Days Egyptian Budget trip to Cairo and Nile Cruise, do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies’ room in the Egyptian Museum, or the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spots on the 8 Days Egyptian Budget trip to Cairo and Nile Cruise, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival to your tour manager, making your booking a risk-free investment.
Child Pricing for the 8 Days Egyptian Budget trip to Cairo and Nile Cruise:
Up to 2 years: FREE
Ages 2 to under 6 years: 25% of adult price
Ages 6 to under 11 years: 50% of adult price
Ages 12 and up: full adult price
Notes:
The children policy applies only to children sharing a room with their parents (maximum 1 child per parent’s room).
If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
