The 8-day family tour of Cairo and a Nile Cruise is the perfect vacation filled with history, beauty, and comfort. American families will enjoy excellent services, relaxing accommodations, a majestic Nile cruise, and skilled guides. Explore Cairo’s pyramids, the Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, then sail between Luxor and Aswan to see Karnak, Hatshepsut Temple, Philae, Abu Simbel, and more. This tour offers unforgettable experiences for every family member. Book now and embrace the wonders of Egypt.
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Cairo Attractions
Luxor Attractions
Aswan Attractions
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Discover the treasures of Egypt including the Pyramids, Sphinx, Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Philae, and Abu Simbel.
Enjoy excellent services during a family Nile Cruise.
Learn about Egypt’s 5,000-year-old history and culture.
Admire the archaeological marvels of Luxor and Aswan.
Experience a magical family adventure in Egypt.
Upon your family’s arrival, our representative will be available to assist you with all the paperwork and luggage handling. The entire family will then be transported in a private air-conditioned vehicle to their 5-star hotel, where you can check in and unwind.
In the evening, the entire family, accompanied by their tour guide, will attend a captivating Sound and Light Show featuring mesmerizing stories that highlight the legendary emergence of ancient Egyptian civilization. The first day of the 8-day family Egypt tour will conclude with a dinner enjoyed by all.
You will return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Cario
The whole family will start their day with an early breakfast at the hotel, followed by a tour guided in a private air-conditioned vehicle as they continue their 7-day Egypt family vacation exploring the treasures of:
The magnificent Giza Pyramids Complex is a remarkable world heritage site, showcasing some of the most extraordinary monuments constructed since 4500 BC, reflecting the creativity and ingenuity of the Ancient Egyptians.
The Great Pyramid of Giza is a unique monument constructed around 2600 BC as the tomb of King Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC). It was originally designed to stand 147 meters tall and features an intricate interior layout, including the King's Chamber, the Grand Gallery, and other structures.
The sacred figure of the Sphinx serves as the royal guardian of Giza, constructed during the reign of King Khafre (2558 – 2532 BC) to symbolize his power and wisdom. It features his face atop a lion’s body, with the legendary Dream Stele positioned between its paws, which was added in 1401 BC to convey a significant historic narrative.
The Valley Temple became a prominent center for mummification, specifically known for the opening of the mouth ceremony, which was performed to prepare the bodies of 4th Dynasty kings, queens, and royal family members for their journey to the afterlife.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum serves as a magnificent gateway to the ancient Egyptian masterpieces, showcasing celestial intelligence developed over 5000 years of uninterrupted innovation and remarkable artistic creativity. This extraordinary institution offers a unique opportunity to explore some of the most significant archaeological monuments and artifacts ever discovered, including:
The Hanging Obelisk, the statue of King Ramses II, the ten statues of King Senusert, the grand staircase, statues of Ptolemaic kings and queens, the victory column of King Merneptah, the magnificent royal regalia, and the grand atrium with gift shop.
A VIP ticket provides access to view several additional artifacts; for further details, please contact us.
The whole family will enjoy lunch at a restaurant overlooking the Pyramid and Nile, followed by a guided visit to:
The magnificent Egyptian Museum, established in 1901 AD, serves as a time capsule housing some of the most remarkable artworks in history from one of the greatest ancient civilizations, featuring priceless artifacts that span over 5,000 years.
Following that, the whole family will travel to Cairo to stay overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
After checking out, the family will have breakfast at their hotel in Cairo before transferring to Cairo airport to board their flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, they will meet their tour guide and begin exploring East Luxor, where they will experience:
The Karnak Temple Complex is the largest open-air museum in the world, constructed and expanded over 1,700 years, from the Middle Kingdom (2000–1700 BCE) to the Ptolemaic Kingdom (305–30 BCE). It was established as a religious center dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Khunso, and Mut. The complex is renowned for its magnificent Hypostyle Hall, multiple precincts, and the famous Avenue of Sphinxes that links it to the Luxor Temple.
All family members will check in to their 5-star Nile River cruise, enjoy lunch, and in the evening, continue their 8-day Family Egypt tour with their guide by visiting:
The magnificent Luxor Temple, built around 1400 BC during the New Kingdom, served as the grand venue for the Opet festival, celebrating the renewal of kingship and honoring the gods of the Theban triad.
The whole family will return to their Nile Cruise for dinner and to spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Flight: From Cairo to Luxor
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
In the morning, guests will enjoy breakfast on board their Nile cruise before departing with their tour guide to explore Luxor’s west bank, which includes:
The magnificent Valley of the Kings is a concealed wonder nestled within a mountain, serving as a royal burial site for 500 years from the 6th to the 11th century BC during the New Kingdom period (1570 – 1050 BC). It contains elaborately decorated tombs of prominent kings and queens, including Tutankhamun, Seti I, Hatshepsut, the entire Ramses Dynasty, and others.
The captivating Hatshepsut Temple, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari in 1479 BC during the 15th century BC, was built to celebrate Hatshepsut’s legacy. It features several shrines dedicated to Hathor, Anubis, and Amun, and serves as the site for the valley festival.
The whole family will have a break to enjoy lunch before the visit to:
The Colossi of Memnon are remarkable statues constructed by Amenhotep III (1386 BC – 1350 BC) to flank the entrance of his now-lost mortuary temple. Sculpted from quartzite, they stand 18 meters (60 feet) tall and are renowned as guardians of Egypt.
The whole family will return to their Nile cruise for dinner and to spend the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
The whole family will enjoy breakfast aboard the Nile Cruise before proceeding with their tour guide to experience:
Edfu Temple, a symbol of power and triumph, was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 BC to honor Horus, the god of divine protection. It remains remarkably well-preserved, providing an excellent example of ancient Egyptian art, architecture, and decoration.
The magnificent Kom Ombo temple was constructed between 180 and 147 BC during the Ptolemaic period, featuring a dual temple layout dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and Horus the Elder.
The whole family will enjoy lunch and dinner onboard the Nile cruise and will stay overnight on the vessel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
The Egypt Family Vacation continues as, after breakfast, the entire family along with their tour guide will depart for Aswan to explore:
In the 1960s, during the modern era, the Aswan High Dam was constructed, enhancing Egypt's ability to control the annual flooding, store water in Lake Nasser, and generate electricity.
The magnificent, unfinished Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) stands as an outstanding example of ancient Egyptian artistry and skilled craftsmanship brought to life.
The remarkable Philae temple is an excellent example of elegance and grandeur, built in the 7th century BC during the Ptolemaic period to depict the myth of Osiris, the consort of Isis, the goddess of motherhood. The temple's walls feature numerous significant and exquisite decorations illustrating scenes from both the religious practices and everyday life of ancient Egyptians.
The whole family will enjoy lunch and dinner on the Nile Cruise and stay overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
In the morning, the whole family will depart from the Nile Cruise and meet their tour guide with breakfast boxes to begin their exploration:
The Celestial Temples of Abu Simbel represent the grandeur and authority of Ramses the Great (1303 – 1213 BC). The first temple was constructed in the 13th century BC to commemorate his triumph in the Battle of Kadesh, the signing of the earliest peace treaty, and to celebrate the annual sun festival on October 22 and February in honor of the ancient Egyptian gods Amun, Ra Horakhty, and Ptah. The second temple was built to honor his affection for his wife, Nefertari.
Ultimately, savor your lunch at a dining establishment in Aswan.
We will transfer you to Aswan International Airport for your flight back to your hotel in Cairo, where you will stay overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Flight: From Aswan to Cairo
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
On the last day of the Family Vacation Egypt tour, all guests will enjoy breakfast before being transferred to the airport, marking the conclusion of your 8-day Cairo and Nile Cruise family tour and ensuring a safe journey home.
Meals: Breakfast
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