From Nil River to Pyramids; Ancient Egyptian Monuments Tour - with Pegasus Airlines
Tour details
DAY 1 ISTANBUL–HURGHADA–LUXOR
We meet at Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Terminal at 21:00, the day before the tour date, after completing ticket and baggage procedures, we depart with flight PC624 at 00:35 toward Hurghada. We arrive in Hurghada at 02:15 local time. After arriving, we will travel by private vehicle from Hurghada to Luxor, departing at 05:00 in the morning. The journey will take approximately 3 hours, and upon arrival in Luxor, there will be free time for breakfast. During the panoramic city tour, notable sights include Sphinx Avenue, Luxor Market, and the Mummification Museum. After the city tour, we move to the cruise ship. Upon arrival at the ship, check-in procedures are completed, and there is free time. Guests can optionally join the extra Luxor and Karnak Temples Tour organized by our guide. In this tour, we will see the Karnak Temple, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is the largest ancient complex ever built, surrounded by 20-meter-high mud brick walls and containing many temples. This magnificent structure, built over 2000 years with additions by successive pharaohs, provides significant insights into Egypt's history and mythology. After exploring the Karnak Temple, we will visit the Luxor Temple, the largest open-air museum in the world, built by the 9th Pharaoh of the New Kingdom, dedicated to the chief Egyptian god Amon. Following this, we return to our river cruise. We then have dinner on the ship and overnight onboard.
Extra Karnak and Luxor Temple Tour: $90 USD (Per Person) (Transportation, admission fees, guide)
DAY 2 LUXOR–VALLEY OF THE KINGS–EDFU
After breakfast, there is free time. Guests interested can join an optional early morning Luxor Hot Air Balloon Tour, offering the opportunity to see Luxor from above at sunrise. Guests can also join an optional tour to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. We cross a newly constructed bridge to the western bank of the Nile, the land of the dead. As we go west, four significant sights appear: Memnon Colossi on the roadside, the Valley of the Queens on the left, the Hatshepsut Temple in the center, and the Valley of the Kings hidden behind the mountains. The Memnon Colossi, originally part of the tomb of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, are now more significant due to limited remaining structures. According to Greek mythology, they were said to be the singing statues of Agamemnon from Ethiopia, which sang every morning and produced melodious sounds. In 3rd century AD, Emperor Septimius Severus restored the statues, sealing the holes that made them sing, rendering them silent. The most famous mortuary temple on the west bank is Hatshepsut Temple, dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut. Behind it is the Valley of the Kings—possibly Egypt's most intriguing area, with tombs built during the New Kingdom. Thieves and archaeologists have looted most tombs; we will only see the entrances. After the tour, we return to the ship and head towards Edfu, where we will visit the Edfu Temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus, well-preserved because it remained buried under the soil for a long time. The temple is decorated with murals depicting Egyptian mythology and features vibrant market stalls selling various Egyptian textiles, clothes, and souvenirs. After shopping, we proceed to our dinner and overnight onboard the ship.
Extra Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon Tour: $90 USD (Per Person) (Transportation, entrance fees, guide)
Edfu Temple Hot Air Balloon Tour: $150 USD (Per Person)
DAY 3 EDFU–KOM OMBO–ASWAN
Our breakfast will be served on board. As always, perhaps the most magnificent feeling in life is watching the sunrise or sunset over the Nile. While our ship sails amidst banana plantations on the Nile, guests will enjoy this magical atmosphere from the deck. Upon reaching Komombo village, we will take a short walk to the Komombo Temple. This small temple, built on a hill, is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Its walls contain ancient medical and healing information from around 2000 BC, and we will learn about the Nilometer used to measure the water level of the Nile. After the tour, we return to the ship and continue towards Aswan, where we will have dinner and stay overnight onboard.
DAY 4 ASWAN
Very early in the morning, at 03:00, guests wishing can join an optional tour to Abu Simbel by private bus. After about a 3-hour journey, we will arrive at Abu Simbel. Here, we will visit the magnificent twin temples built for Ramses II and his queen Nefertari. Abu Simbel may be the most unforgettable part of your Egypt memories, as you witness the breathtaking sunrise in the endless desert.
Since the original site of the statues will be submerged under Lake Nasser, they were carefully dismantled and relocated to higher ground. This includes the temple of Ramses II and the one for his wife Nefertari, with thousands of stones carefully transported. After visiting Abu Simbel, we return to Aswan. Guests can optionally join the Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple Tour. In this elegant temple dedicated to Isis, you will feel the mystic atmosphere of the Nile among columns and bas-reliefs. After the Philae visit, we will go to the Unfinished Obelisk, the largest ancient obelisk in granite, where you will see the craftsmanship of ancient Egyptian stonemasons up close. We will then enjoy a relaxing felucca boat ride on the Nile. Lunch and dinner are on board the ship.
Extra Abu Simbel Tour: $145 USD (Per Person) (Transportation, entrance fees, guide)
Extra Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple Tour: $90 USD (Per Person) (Transportation, entrance fees, guide)
DAY 5 ASWAN – CAIRO
After breakfast on the ship, we will transfer to Aswan Airport for the flight to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo, we will do a panoramic city tour. The tour includes the Cairo Citadel, Muhammad Ali Mosque, Sultan Hasan Mosque and Complex, Ibn Tulun Mosque, the Baron Empain Palace, Sedat’s Tomb, Al-Azhar Mosque, the Museum of Islamic Art, the Egyptian Museum, Cairo Tower, Khan el Khalili Bazaar, Tahrir Square, and many other tourist attractions in the city. After the tour, there is free time. We will transfer to the hotel at the time informed by your guide. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 6 CAIRO – ALEXANDRIA – CAIRO
After breakfast, free time. Guests interested can join an optional full-day tour with lunch to Alexandria. During this tour, we will discover Egypt’s second-largest city, known as the “Pearl of the Mediterranean”. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Alexandria served as the capital of Greco-Roman Egypt and is home to the legendary Lighthouse, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The city was historically a hub of science and education, and since the 19th century, has been Egypt’s commercial and maritime center. You will spend an enchanting day in this captivating city, and after the tour, return to Cairo. You will not want to leave this charming city. Lunch will be at a local restaurant. Afterward, we will transfer back to Cairo hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Extra full-day tour with lunch to Alexandria: $100 USD (Per Person) (Transportation, guide, lunch served as a lunch box)
DAY 7 CAIRO – ISTANBUL
After breakfast, we vacate our rooms. Guests interested can join an optional full-day tour with lunch to explore Cairo’s masterpieces (Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum & Al-Azhar University and Mosque & Khan el Khalili Bazaar). We will first visit the Giza Pyramids: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure pyramids and the Sphinx. Our guide will provide detailed historical explanations and opportunities for photos. After the pyramids, we will visit jewelry, perfume, and papyrus shops. Then, we will visit the Museum of Egypt, which houses over 120,000 items of ancient Egyptian treasures, statues, and artifacts. Next, we will see Al-Azhar Mosque, built in 970 AD, and Egypt’s oldest university. We will then visit Khan el Khalili bazaar, one of Cairo's most lively areas, with numerous colorful shops. After the tour, we will transfer to the hotel. Guests can optionally join a dinner cruise on the Nile, enjoying an entertaining night with local food and entertainment as we see Cairo illuminated at night. After a busy day, we will transfer to Cairo Airport for our return flight. Our flight with Pegasus PC583 departs at 03:05 and arrives in Istanbul at 06:35. This marks the end of our wonderful tour.
Extra full-day tour with lunch to Cairo's masterpieces: $115 USD (Per Person) (Transportation, guide, lunch served as a lunch box)
Extra dinner cruise on the Nile with entertainment: $75 USD (Per Person) (Transportation, guide, dinner included)
What's included
- Pegasus Airlines scheduled flight between Istanbul-Hurghada / Cairo-Istanbul, including airfare, airport taxes, internal flight between Aswan and Cairo with local airlines, 4 nights stay on a 5-star Deluxe cruise on the Nile River, 2 nights stay at a 4-star hotel in Cairo, breakfast on the boat and hotel, dinner on the boat (4), Airport-Hotel-Airport transfers, all intercity transfers, professional Turkish-speaking guide services.
Not included
- Egypt Visa Fee,
- Travel health and visa insurance,
- Outbound departure fee,
- All boat and hotel extras,
- Drinks on the boat,
- Extra Tours,
- Museum entrance fees not specified in the program,
- Driver and guide tips (optional),
- City and tourist taxes, local service charges, a mandatory $100 USD fee will be collected by the guide before the tour departs.
Need to Know
Extra Tour Packages
Karnak and Luxor Temple Tour: 90 USD
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Memnon Colossi Tour: 90 USD
Abu Simbel Tour: 145 USD
Full-day Alexandria Tour with Lunch: 100 USD
Aswan Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple Tour: 90 USD
Full-day Cairo Highlights Tour with Lunch: 115 USD
Nile Dinner Cruise: 75 USD
TOTAL 705 USD FOR ALL TOURS, WITH A DISCOUNTED PRICE OF 630 USD IF TAKEN TOGETHER.
Additional Information
• No discounts are applied to extra tour purchases; list prices are valid.
• Meals indicated in tours include food costs; drinks are extra.
• Tourist and city taxes, local service fees amounting to 100 USD will be collected by the guide before tour departure.
• A visa for Egypt is required for this tour.
• Airlines may update flight times and airports within the framework of aviation laws (Laws of The Hague). Flights must be confirmed 48 hours in advance by the guests. The agency is not responsible for schedule changes and delays made by airlines.
• Passengers who do not confirm flight times and routes are not responsible for changes or disruptions in domestic connections.
• Group tickets are subject to airline rules: if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight cannot be used, and no refund is given for unused segments.
• For flights departing from Turkey, baggage weight is generally 20kg, but this may vary depending on the airline and destination country. In domestic flights within the destination country, weight limits may decrease to 15kg. Excess baggage rules are determined by airlines and are not the responsibility of the agency.
• For reservation, persons must provide written details including full name, date of birth, Turkish ID number, and passport number as per the passport used for travel. Reservations made with incorrect details will incur penalties for cancellations or changes.
• Hotel categories are 4* and 5*.
• During fairs, congresses, concerts, events, and sports tournaments, hotels may be located further away from the specified locations, and this will be communicated at least 15 days before the start of the tour.
• Breakfasts at hotels are served according to the local breakfast culture, generally continental, including butter, jam, bread, tea, coffee, and soft drinks. Group breakfasts may be served in separate halls.
• For group reservations of 10 or more, extra package tours must be booked through the agency during reservation.
• No hot or cold drinks are provided on the vehicle during the tour; however, they can be purchased onboard.
• Children under 12 years old pay a reduced price if sharing a room with two adults. In triple rooms, the third bed is an additional foldable bed, which may differ from standard beds.
• Children aged 0-4 travel free; children aged 4-12 receive 50% discount on extra tours.
• Triple rooms are subject to availability; the third bed is smaller than standard beds. Extra beds are foldable, and participants accept possible space limitations.
• The agency reserves the right to alter the itinerary if necessary, maintaining the same content. City tours may be rescheduled based on arrival times.
• Hotel names are provided as "and similar"; exact hotel details are given 2-3 days before departure.
• Panoramic city tours involve guided narration, without entering museums or archaeological sites, and do not include site entrance fees.
• Due to reasons outside the agency’s control (road closures, weather, local authorities’ restrictions, border crossings), tours may not occur as scheduled and may be substituted with public transport or walking.
• Extra tour prices are based on a minimum participation of 10 persons; if this number is not reached, tours may be canceled or prices may vary based on content, vehicle, and participant count.
• Participation in extra tours is optional; no-shows at designated rest stops are accepted.
• Guests who purchase discounted packages and wish to cancel or refund part of their booking (except for special circumstances) will be charged at the non-discounted tariff, and refunds for paid entry fees, shows, or boat tours are not available.
• Entrance fees are not included unless explicitly specified; any government-imposed price increases will be reflected in the prices.
• Apart from panoramic city tours and inter-country transfers, the use of buses for additional trips is at the guest’s expense.
• To avoid problems at departure or entry, passports should be valid for at least 6 months after the trip. Guests with Turkish green passports whose passports are older than 10 years must renew them; otherwise, entry to some countries may be denied, or airlines may refuse to fly. Responsibility lies with the passenger.
• The agency acts solely as an intermediary between clients and the consulate; it is not responsible if visas are denied or delayed, and visa and insurance fees are non-refundable.
• Visas must be obtained from the consulate of the country to be visited, usually from the country of residence. Without proper visas, entry may be refused, and the agency is not responsible.
• Passports should not be torn, stained, wet, or damaged. These issues may prevent entry into the country; the agency is not responsible.
• Ensure all belongings are taken when leaving vehicles and hotels; lost items are not the agency’s responsibility.
• Minors traveling without one or both parents must carry notarized consent forms during the trip.
• The agency reserves the right to cancel or change the tour dates with prior notice. In case of insufficient participation, the agency may cancel the tour with prior notice. The agency must notify participants directly about cancellations; no compensation applies.
• Participants confirm they have read and accepted these terms by completing the registration process.