Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet your private airport representative who will assist you through immigration and customs. Enjoy a comfortable transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your luxury hotel in Cairo. Check-in will be smooth with our dedicated tour leader’s assistance. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, settling into your upscale accommodations and soaking up the city’s vibrant atmosphere.

After a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel, begin your guided luxury tour to the iconic Pyramids of Giza. Visit the majestic Cheops, Chefren, and Menkaure Pyramids, and explore one of the smaller pyramids dedicated to the Queens. Marvel at the Great Sphinx and take in panoramic views of the Giza Plateau. Enjoy lunch at an exclusive restaurant overlooking the pyramids for a true once-in-a-lifetime experience. In the afternoon, discover the Grand Egyptian Museum’s incredible collection of ancient treasures. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Start your day early with breakfast before setting off by private luxury vehicle to Alexandria. Experience the city’s rich history with visits to the Catacombs of Kom El Shokafa, the Pompey Pillar, and the Serapeum Temple. Savor lunch at a premium restaurant with breathtaking Mediterranean Sea views. Continue exploring the Roman Amphitheater and Qaitbay Citadel before returning to Cairo for your overnight stay.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel then transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, explore Karnak Temple—the largest religious site in ancient Egypt—and the stunning Luxor Temple. After your sightseeing, board your luxury Nile Cruise for four nights of elegant river sailing. Enjoy lunch onboard, relax in comfort, and dine onboard as you prepare for your upcoming journey.

Following breakfast on the cruise, explore Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the colossal statues of Memnon, the famed Valley of the Kings with access to three royal tombs, and the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El-Dair El-Bahari. Return to your cruise for lunch and sail along the Nile, passing through the Esna lock en route to Edfu. Evening entertainment and dinner onboard complete your day.

After breakfast onboard, visit the beautifully preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god symbolizing power and victory. Return to the cruise for lunch as it sails toward Kom Ombo. Explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple, devoted to Sobek and Horus gods. End the day with dinner and entertainment onboard as you sail toward Aswan.

Begin very early with a packed breakfast before departing by private air-conditioned vehicle to Abu Simbel. Tour the monumental twin rock temples carved during Ramesses II’s reign and the nearby Temple of Queen Nefertari dedicated to goddess Hathor. Return to Aswan for lunch onboard your Nile cruise. Spend your afternoon at leisure, enjoying the cruise’s amenities before dinner and an overnight stay.

Enjoy breakfast onboard before checking out and touring Aswan’s highlights: the impressive Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk—an extraordinary glimpse into ancient Egyptian craftsmanship. Transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, receive assistance to check into your luxury hotel and relax for the evening.

After breakfast, explore Old Cairo’s religious and historical gems, visiting St. Sergius Church and the Hanging Church in the Coptic quarter. Lunch is served at a Nile-view restaurant, perfect for soaking in the atmosphere. Visit the Citadel of Saladin and the stunning Alabaster Mosque in Islamic Cairo. Wander through the bustling Khan El-Khalili Bazaar and Moaz Street before returning to your hotel for overnight.

Following breakfast, embark on a fascinating tour to Saqqara’s Pyramid Complex, home to the oldest limestone walls in Egypt. Visit Memphis, Egypt’s ancient capital, with highlights like King Ramses II’s colossi and Queen Hatshepsut’s alabaster sphinx. Optional lunch at a high-quality local restaurant. Continue to Dahshur to explore the innovative Red and Bent Pyramids—the earliest true pyramid structures. Return to Cairo for your final overnight stay.

Enjoy your last breakfast in Egypt before your private transfer to Cairo International Airport. Our local representative will assist you with departure procedures as you catch your flight back to Australia, taking with you unforgettable memories from your Luxury Egypt Vacation 12 Days with Nile Cruise from Australia. This comprehensive, luxury-focused itinerary offers Australian travelers a seamless blend of ancient wonders, cultural highlights, and the tranquil elegance of a Nile cruise — making your Egyptian adventure truly unforgettable.