Legends of the Nile ~ featuring Cairo, Luxor, a Nile Cruise & Abu Simbel

Legends of the Nile ~ featuring Cairo, Luxor, a Nile Cruise & Abu Simbel

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DETAILS

Thrill to the eternal allure of Egypt! Guided by an expert, licensed Egyptologist who accompanies you on all excursions, marvel at the magnificence of ancient Egypt from Giza’s pyramids and the enigmatic Sphinx to Abu Simbel’s colossal statues. Delve into Cairo, where incomparable treasures gleam in the antiquities-filled Egyptian Museum. Explore royal tombs in the Valleys of the Kings and Queens and resplendent temples in Luxor and Karnak. Cruise along the mighty Nile past fertile valleys and the desert beyond. It’s an unforgettable adventure brimming with extraordinary moments!

 

Pricing from
$6,790

No single supplement! Call 800-323-7373 or click here to reserve.

Trip Type
Group Travel Tour, International River Voyages
Departure Dates
Dec 9, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025
Mar 11, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026

SHIP

Cruise the Nile River in style aboard the five-deck Sonesta St. George I. Modern marine design allows the Sonesta St. George I to sail to the ancient temples and archaeological sites along the Upper Nile banks from Luxor to Aswan. Serenity and elegance are the prevailing themes in this cruise ship’s common spaces and private accommodations. The attentive staff aboard this upscale vessel create a congenial atmosphere and make each day on board a memorable travel experience.

HOTELS

Intercontinental Citystars Cairo
This stylish hotel is located amid lush gardens in the bustling Citystars Heliopolis area of Cairo. Choose from a myriad of bars and lounges and a variety of distinctive restaurants that serve Egyptian, Lebanese, Italian and other international specialties. Find last-minute souvenirs in the connected City Stars Mall. For fitness, there’s the Lifestyles Health Club and Spa as well as a sparkling outdoor pool. Wi-Fi is complimentary.

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Overlooking the Nile, this fashionable hotel is conveniently located in the Garden City district near many of Cairo’s historic highlights. You’ll find panoramic city views at all four stunning bars and lounges and five distinctive restaurants that serve Egyptian and European cuisine. Indulge in a Turkish bath or a relaxing massage at the full-service spa. Unwind at the rooftop pool, poolside ice cream station, indoor pool and exercise center. Wi-Fi is complimentary.

Hilton Luxor Resort and Spa
Relish the serenity and elegant ambience of the Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa along the picturesque banks of the Nile. Travelers rave about the exceptional cuisine at its many dining venues as well as the outstanding service provided by welcoming staff members. Take a tranquil break for an Arabian-style coffee at Diwan, a stylish shisha café, or sip an herbal tea in the airy Jannah Tea Bar. After your exciting explorations around Luxor, unwind and relax in your comfortable, spacious guest room, which includes complimentary Wi-Fi.

 

EXTENSIONS

3 Nights Pre- tour InterContinental Amman
Witness the historic splendor of Jordan’s ancient civilizations on this remarkable journey! Enjoy three nights at the first-class InterContinental Amman and guided tours of Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo and Petra. Immerse yourself in the cultural highlights of this spectacular destination and make your own discoveries during leisure time. Also includes a flight from Amman, Jordan, to Cairo, Egypt; the services of an AHI Travel Director and Hospitality desk; departure transfer and baggage handling; gratuities for guides and drivers; and all taxes and service charges.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Final Payment will be due 120 days prior to departure and the Cancellation Fee schedule will be updated to:

  • CANCELLATION-All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI Travel.
    • Cancellation received up to 121 days prior to trip departure will incur a $300 per person administrative fee.
    • Cancellation received 120 to 91 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 25% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
    • Cancellation received 90-61 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 50% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
    • Cancellation received 60-31 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 75% of the entire cost of the trip per person.
    • Cancellation received 30 days prior to departure to the time of departure (or no show) will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip.

TOUR MAP

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ITINERARY

  • day 1 & 2

    Depart your gateway city for Cairo, Egypt

    Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where an AHI Travel representative will meet you and escort you to the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza.

  • day 3

    Cairo

    On each excursion, your extremely knowledgeable Egyptologist will share extraordinary details that bring ancient Egypt to life. Today, tour the famous Egyptian Museum, the highly acclaimed Cairo landmark that opened in 1902, which contains priceless collections of Egyptian antiquities, including three complete burials and the fabulous treasures of Tanis. At tonight’s Welcome Reception in the hotel, get better acquainted with your fellow travelers.

  • day 4

    Sakkara | Giza

    Today, witness the pyramid’s evolution from flat, mudbrick prototypes called mastabas to terraced stone tombs and ultimately, Giza’s colossal structures. In Sakkara, visit the Mastaba of Mereruka, King Teti’s Pyramid Tomb and the Step Pyramid of Djoser, considered the first pyramid. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Giza built for the pharaoh Khufu out of approximately 2.3 million massive blocks, as well as the iconic, mysterious Sphinx nearby.

  • day 5

    Cairo

    Discover Al-Muizz Street and Islamic Cairo today. Stroll with your guide along lively Al-Muizz, where Cairo’s many grand mosques are located. Tour the 13th-century Qalawun complex, featuring a madrassa, mausoleum and historic hospital, and visit Bayt Al-Suhaymi, a beautiful, 17th-century house. Then, take in the local scene at the colorful Khan el Khalili bazaar. After a delicious lunch, delve into Coptic Cairo with visits to the Hanging Church, one of the oldest churches in Egypt, and the Church of St. Sergius, believed to be built over a cave where Mary, Joseph and Jesus once rested after fleeing to Egypt.

  • day 6

    Cairo | Luxor

    Fly to Luxor this morning to explore the glories of ancient Thebes, the capital city of the Middle and New Kingdoms. At the Luxor Museum, admire artifacts from its temples and necropolis. Afterward, enjoy lunch at the Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa before checking in. Rejoin your group later and sail by felucca along the Nile River to the Temple of Luxor. Commissioned by Amenhotep III, this majestic complex was connected to the Temple of Karnak by an avenue of sphinxes.
  • day 7

    Luxor

    Explore the spellbinding Valleys of the Kings and Queens, where New Kingdom pharaohs and their families awaited immortality in once hidden tombs. Amazingly, hieroglyphics adorning the walls still spring vibrantly to life. Visit King Tutankhamen’s tomb, the Tomb of Nefertari, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Amun-her-Khepeshef’s tomb before embarking the ship for your Nile cruise. Later in Luxor, learn about the Chicago House’s preservation work during an exclusive visit. After dinner on board, delight in a belly-dancing performance.

  • day 8

    Karnak | Cruising the Nile

    This morning, visit the Temple of Karnak, a sprawling city of temples built over a period of 2,000 years. In this awe-inspiring religious site, be awed by a veritable forest of 134 gigantic sandstone columns while wandering through the great hall of the Temple of Amun-Ra. After lunch on the ship, take advantage of the onboard amenities during your leisure time this afternoon. Later, watch from the rail as the ship transits the Esna Lock.

  • day 9

    Cruising | Edfu | Kom Ombo

    Relax at leisure amid the tranquil scenery while cruising to Edfu this morning. At the wonderfully preserved Temple of Horus, see decorative reliefs that have revealed intriguing details about ancient life. After lunch on board, join an Egyptologist for an engaging talk. Disembark in Kom Ombo to explore the unusual double temple complex of crocodile-headed Sobek, god of fertility, and falcon-headed Haroeris, god of the sky. Enjoy tonight’s onboard entertainment featuring a traditional Nubian show.

  • day 10

    Aswan | Abu Simbel | Aswan

    After docking in Aswan this morning, fly to Abu Simbel to visit the Great Temple of Ramses II carved out of sandstone cliffs. Behold the four mammoth statues of the king flanking the entrance. Equally captivating is the neighboring temple dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Queen Nefertari. Fly back to Aswan and unwind this afternoon during free time. Tonight, gather for a Farewell Reception and Dinner on the ship to commemorate your unforgettable adventure in Egypt.

  • day 11

    Aswan | Cairo

    Your Nile River cruise concludes this morning. Disembark the ship and sail by felucca to the beautiful island temple complex of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Afterward, learn the ancient process of handcrafting papyrus at the Papyrus Institute and continue to the High Dam, an engineering marvel built in the 1960s. Later, fly to Cairo. Relax in your evening room at the InterContinental Citystars Cairo before an early morning departure for your flight home.

  • day 12

    Depart for home city

    Very early this morning, head home.

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