Amazing Egypt from Malaga with Nile Cruise & Abu Simbel
A full, no-corners-cut journey through Egypt’s greatest highlights, combining 4 nights cruising the Nile with 3 nights in Cairo. Explore Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Mortuary Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae, plus the unforgettable temples of Abu Simbel. Sail the Nile by felucca, then dive into Cairo with visits to the Pyramids of Giza, Memphis, Saqqara, the Museum of Civilisation, Saladin’s Citadel, Coptic Cairo and the Khan el Khalili bazaar – capped off with a real Cairo by night experience.
From €1,573 · Departs 23rd February, 2026 · Direct flight from Malaga.
Last updated on 8th January, 2026
These are the highlights of the trip:
Malaga- Luxor
- Esna
- Edfu
- Kom Ombo
- Aswan
- Abu Simbel
- Cairo
- Malaga
Itinerary
Day 1: Malaga – Luxor
The trip to Egypt from Malaga kicks off. Arrival at Luxor airport and transfer to the cruise ship. Dinner (depending on the arrival time of the flight, it may be served as a cold dinner) and overnight on board.
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Board
Dinner
Transport
Flight + transfer
Accommodation
Nile cruise
Visits
- Airport assistance
Day 2: Luxor – Nile Cruise
Visit to the East Bank of Luxor including Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Continuation to the West Bank with the Theban Necropolis, including the Valley of the Kings, the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Sailing towards Edfu. Overnight on board.
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Board
Full board
Transport
Cruise ship
Accommodation
Nile cruise
Visits
- Karnak Temple
- Luxor Temple
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
Day 3: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan
Visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Sailing towards Kom Ombo and visit to the temples of Sobek and Haroeris. Continuation of navigation to Aswan. Overnight on board.
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Board
Full board
Transport
Cruise ship
Accommodation
Nile cruise
Visits
- Edfu Temple
- Kom Ombo Temple
Day 4: Abu Simbel – Aswan
Early morning departure by coach to visit Abu Simbel. Visit to the temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. Return to the ship and, in the afternoon, visit to the Temple of Philae. Overnight on board in Aswan.
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Board
Full board
Transport
Coach
Accommodation
Nile cruise
Visits
- Abu Simbel Temples
- Philae Temple
Day 5: Aswan – Cairo
Felucca sailing on the Nile. Optional visit to the Nubian village. Transfer to Aswan airport to take the flight to Cairo. Arrival, dinner at the hotel and overnight.
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Board
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Transport
Felucca + flight
Accommodation
Hotel in Cairo
Visits
- Felucca sailing
- Nubian village (optional)
Day 6: Cairo – Pyramids – Memphis – Saqqara
Visit to the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinos and the Sphinx. Continuation to Memphis and Saqqara. Lunch at a local restaurant. Return to the hotel.
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Board
Half board + lunch
Transport
Coach
Accommodation
Hotel in Cairo
Visits
- Pyramids of Giza
- Sphinx
- Memphis
- Saqqara
Day 7: Cairo – Visits & Cairo by Night
Visit to the Citadel of Saladin, the Alabaster Mosque, the Coptic Quarter, the Museum of Civilisation and a walk through the Khan el Khalili bazaar. In the evening, tour of Fatimid Cairo and Al-Muizz Street, tea and shisha, and dinner at a restaurant.
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Board
Bed & breakfast + lunch and dinner
Transport
Coach + on foot
Accommodation
Hotel in Cairo
Visits
- Citadel of Saladin
- Alabaster Mosque
- Coptic Quarter
- Museum of Civilisation
- Khan el Khalili
- Al-Muizz Street
Day 8: Cairo – Malaga
At the scheduled time, transfer to Cairo airport to take the return flight. End of services. End of the Egypt from Malaga trip.
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Board
Breakfast
Transport
- Transfer to the airport
- Flight
Accommodation
N/A
Visits
- N/A
Departures
Special flight to Egypt from Malaga
Special flight to Egypt from Malaga. One exclusive departure on 23rd February.
Accommodation Types
Accommodation details for Egypt from Malaga
The tour combines 4 nights cruising the Nile and 3 nights in a hotel in Cairo, according to the selected category. The hotels and cruise ships listed are planned or similar, subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
Hotels in Cairo
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Category A
Stay Inn Pyramids
Pyramids Park
Swiss Inn Nile
Category B
Barceló Pyramids
Cairo Pyramids
Azal Pyramids
Pyramids Resort by Jaz
Category C
Ramses Hilton
Pyramisa Cairo Suites
Gewan Golden Plaza
Mövenpick Media City
Sonesta Cairo
Category D
Sheraton Cairo
Intercontinental Cairo Citystars
Dusit Thani LakeView Cairo
Hyatt Regency Cairo West
Marriott Omar el Khayam
Hilton Maadi
Category E
Four Seasons at First Residence
Marriott Mena House
The Nile Ritz-Carlton
Kempinski Nile
Sofitel El Gezirah
Sofitel Downtown
Nile Cruises
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Category A
King of Tebas
Prince Omr
Queen of Sheeba
King Tut
Sultan Hassan
Habi V
Category B
King of Tebas
Prince Omr
Queen of Sheeba
King Tut
Sultan Hassan
Habi V
Category C
Zeina
Royal Ruby II
Nile Marquise
Sarah
Stephanie
Monica
Magic II
Mojito
Radamis II
Coral II
Royal Adventure
Category D
Blue Shadow (I, II, III)
Royal Viking
Kahila
Nile Paradise
Semiramis III
Nile Plaza
Concerto I
Queen of Hanza
Ciela
Casa Sol
Al Jamila
Category E
Le Fayan I
Concerto II
Nile Capital
Alexander the Great
Tulip
Mövenpick
Sonesta Star Goddess
Sonesta Moon Goddess
Price includes
Included in the price of Egypt from Malaga with Abu Simbel
This tour of Egypt includes all the services detailed below, allowing you to enjoy your trip with everything arranged in advance. The following items are included in the price:
- 4 nights Nile cruise on a Full Board basis
- 3-night stay in Cairo in the selected category (2 nights Half Board and 1 night Bed & Breakfast)
- 2 lunches and 1 dinner at local restaurants in Cairo
- Transfers according to the itinerary
- Excursions and visits as detailed in the programme
- Entrance fees to the Valley of the Kings (including 3 tombs), Temple of Hatshepsut, Luxor, Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, Abu Simbel, Museum of Civilisation, the Pyramids complex and entrance to the Pyramid of Chephren or Mykerinos
- Spanish-speaking guide during excursions
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Mandatory cruise tips
- Basic travel insurance
Please review your day-by-day itinerary for full details of the services and visits included in this tour.
Price does not include
Not included in the price of Egypt from Malaga with Abu Simbel
The following services and items are not included in the price of this tour:
- Any service not clearly specified in the “Included” section
- Entrance to the tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings (requires an additional ticket)
- Drinks during meals, dinners and on board the cruise
- Guide tips (voluntary)
Please contact us if you have any questions about services not included in this programme.
Remarks
Important notes for the Egypt from Malaga tour
Please note the following important information provided by the supplier:
- Hotel classification corresponds to the official rating in the destination country.
- The order of excursions may vary without affecting the content of the programme.
- Depending on international and domestic flight schedules, it may not be possible to use breakfast, lunch and/or dinner services at the hotel or on board the cruise, without entitlement to any refund.
- During the trip, guides may offer optional excursions not included and not indicated in the programme.
Links of interest
If you are looking for alternative departures try this: Egypt from Malaga – 6th September departure.
The following official resources are useful if you would like to explore Egypt’s heritage, monuments and museums in more detail before or after your trip:
- Egypt Tourism Authority – Official tourism portalThe official national tourism website, with destination guides, practical travel information and highlights across Egypt.
- Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities – Monuments, museums and heritage sites The government authority responsible for Egypt’s archaeological sites and museums, including official information on the Grand Egyptian Museum.
- Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) – Official site The official website of the Grand Egyptian Museum, with details on exhibitions, collections and opening updates.
- UNESCO – Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis (Luxor) UNESCO World Heritage listing for Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, explaining their historical and cultural significance.
- UNESCO – Nubian Monuments (Abu Simbel) UNESCO World Heritage listing covering Abu Simbel and the Nubian temples, including background on their relocation and preservation.
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