Dee Nieves
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Overview
Discover Egypt like never before with the Grand Nile Legacy Cruise, an extraordinary voyage from Cairo to Luxor.
This is not just a cruise—it’s a journey through time.
From hidden treasures of Middle Egypt to the grandeur of Luxor’s temples, this experience blends ancient Pharaonic glory with early Christian heritage, all while sailing the legendary Nile River.
A rare route, a unique story, and an unforgettable adventure await.
Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
Route: Cairo → Luxor
Indulge in spacious cabins, fine dining, and exceptional service while cruising through Egypt’s most authentic landscapes.
Short itinerary
Quick route overview-
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Day 1
Day 1: Cairo – Embarkation
- Welcome to your floating sanctuary.
- Check-in and enjoy your first evening onboard with a fine dining experience overlooking the Nile.
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Day 2
Day 2:
- Breakfast, then departure to Beni Mazar for a visit to Deir Gebel El Teir.
- Return to the cruise and continue sailing to Minya. Overnight on board.
Beni Suef to Minya
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Day 3
Day 3:
- Visit the archaeological city of Tel El Amarna, followed by sailing toward Assiut.
- Overnight on board.
Tel El Amarna
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Day 4
Day 4:
- Arrive in Assiut and visit Deir Al-Muharraq and Deir Drunka. Overnight on board.
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Day 5
Day 5:
- Sail to Sohag, then visit the magnificent Abydos Temple. Overnight on board.
- Abydos Temple
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Day 6
Day 6
- Sail to Qena and enjoy a guided tour of the impressive Dendera Temple. Overnight on board.
- Dendera Temple
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Day 7
Day 7: Luxor East Bank – The Glory of Thebes
- Arrive in Luxor and explore:
- Karnak Temple
- Luxor Temple
- Experience the grandeur of ancient Egypt at its peak.
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Day 8
Day 8: Luxor West Bank – Legends of the Pharaohs
Discover:- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
- An unforgettable journey into the world of the Pharaohs.
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Day 9
Day 9: Farewell Luxor
- Disembark after breakfast, taking with you memories of a once-in-a-lifetime journey.
Your Experience Map
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch and dinner
Day 3
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch and Dinner
Day 4
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Inclusions
🏨 Accommodation
- Day 01 - Day 09 :Luxury Nile Cruise accommodation on Full Board Basis
🚐 Transfers
- Meet & Assist upon arrival
- Private deluxe transfers
- Smooth embarkation & disembarkation services
✅ Inclusions
- 8 Nights accommodation onboard Nile Cruise (Full Board)
- All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- All sightseeing tours as per itinerary
- Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- All transfers by deluxe air-conditioned vehicles
- Meet & Assist upon arrival and departure
❌ Exclusions
- International airfare
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Beverages during meals
- Optional excursions
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
FAQ
Egypt is very safe to visit and the police, tourist police, and army are in prominence wherever you go, giving you a feel of being in secure surroundings. Egypt prides itself on its high safety record for tourists and will do all it can to maintain this.
Egyptian Arabic is the official and most widely spoken language in Egypt. English is taught in schools and is considered a secondary language that is most commonly used for tourism purposes.
The official currency of Egypt is the Egyptian Pound. Credit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants and upscale shops. There are also ATMs available at hotels and outside major banks dispensing local currency.
The best time to visit Egypt would be during the winter months, from October to April. The temperatures are mild and pleasant, although evenings can become quite cool. December through January are the peak tourist months so expect large crowds if travelling at this time. The best time to enjoy the beaches, without having to endure the large crowds of summer tourists, would be from March to May. Temperatures at this time are warm and tourist sites are not too crowded.
Egypt, being a predominantly Muslim country, is naturally conservative (not like the Gulf States or Saudi Arabia) but the average people are careful in what they wear. The dress code in Egypt for women is considered conservative by western standards and it is respectful to obey this code.
For men it is not really an issue -- normal trousers and shirt or T-shirt are fine -- but in Cairo it would not be acceptable to wear short shorts or a tank tops/sleeveless tops. In the resorts like Sharm El Sheik, Hurghada, Sinai, etc. -- shorts are fine and it is very open and flexible. This also applies to ladies for the beach areas, but going into the market area in Hurghada, for example you may be more comfortable in trousers. Generally for men in Cairo or any city that is not on the sea side, remain with trousers (at tourist sites long loose shorts) or jeans and T-shirt , as even in Cairo, local people do not feel comfortable seeing a man in shorts. In Sea Side areas it's ok to walk in shorts, but once you enter a local restaurant or market, it's better to be more covered.
For the vast majority of travelers to Egypt, a valid passport and a travel visa is required. A visa can easily be purchased at the airport when you arrive. The cost for a single-entry, 30-day tourist visa is $25 (or equivalent in Euro), must be paid in cash (no credit or debit cards accepted), and your passport must be valid for at least six months. Citizens of all European countries, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, South Korea, Macedonia, New Zealand, Norway, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine and United States can obtain a visa upon arrival. (Egypt does allow visa-free access for certain countries such as Bahrain, Hong Kong, Kuwait, Lebanon, Macao, Oman, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Malaysia.) Visas can also be purchased beforehand through Egypt’s Visa e-Portal: https://visa2egypt.gov.eg. Forty-one different nationalities are eligible to purchase the e-visa, however, it’s far easier to simply buy the visa at the airport.
As with most European and North American countries, tipping is graciously accepted in Egypt. A 10% tip at restaurants and to guides and drivers is standard. Unfortunately, at major tourist sites like the Pyramids of Giza or the tombs of the Valley of the Kings, touts aggressively hustle for tips by allowing you to take photos in areas where it’s clearly posted as prohibited (such as inside the tombs). Please refrain from perpetuating this problem by not paying to take pictures.
Egypt has a voltage supply of 220V and the plugs are the 2-round pin type that are common throughout Europe.
As noted previously, Egypt is a Muslim country, therefore alcohol is not readily available outside of tourist areas and western-style hotels/resorts. Beer and wine is available for purchase on all Dragonfly Kite Safaris.