The journey
Golf. History. Rail. Nile. Cairo.
Experience Egypt through the perfect combination of championship golf, ancient history, classic rail travel and the legendary Nile.
Begin with three nights in Cairo, including three rounds of golf, the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Travel overnight to Aswan aboard the Abela Sleeper Train, then embark on a three-night journey aboard Q Nile Cruise, sailing through Upper Egypt to Luxor.
Discover Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings before flying back to Cairo for a comfortable final night close to the airport.
Choose from Standard, Gold or Platinum accommodation categories while following the same fixed weekly itinerary.
Tour highlights
What you'll experience
- 013 × 18-hole championship golf rounds in Cairo.
- 02Stand before the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx.
- 03Explore the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum with an Egyptologist.
- 04Overnight journey aboard the classic Abela Sleeper Train.
- 053 nights aboard Q Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
- 06Visit Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple and the Temple of Horus at Edfu.
- 07Walk through Luxor Temple illuminated at night.
- 08Discover the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
- 09Optional early-morning excursion to Abu Simbel.
- 10Domestic flight from Luxor to Cairo and final night near the airport.
- 11Professional English-speaking Egyptologist throughout sightseeing.
- 12Multilingual guiding available for historical sightseeing.
- 13Choose Standard, Gold or Platinum accommodation categories.
- 14Guaranteed departure every Saturday.
Day by day
Your 9-day itinerary
Day 1 · Saturday
None
Welcome to Cairo
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative before transferring by private air-conditioned vehicle to your selected hotel. Check in and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. There are no scheduled activities today, allowing you to relax after your journey.
Accommodation: Standard: Novotel 6th of October or similar · Gold: Hilton Pyramids Golf or similar · Platinum: Giza Palace, Hyatt Regency Cairo West or similar
Day 2 · Sunday
Breakfast
Cairo Golf & Leisure
After breakfast, transfer to one of Cairo's selected golf courses for your first 18-hole round of golf. Enjoy your introduction to golf in Egypt, surrounded by green fairways and the Western Desert. Following your round, return to your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure.
Golf: 18 Holes
Accommodation: Cairo — selected category
Day 3 · Monday
Breakfast
Cairo Golf & The Great Pyramids
After breakfast, transfer for your second 18-hole golf round in Cairo. Following golf, continue to the Giza Plateau, where your Egyptologist will introduce you to more than 4,500 years of history: the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure, the panoramic viewpoint and the Great Sphinx. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure.
Golf: 18 Holes
Accommodation: Cairo — selected category
Day 4 · Tuesday
Breakfast & Dinner
Cairo Golf, Grand Egyptian Museum & Sleeper Train
After breakfast, check out and transfer for your third 18-hole golf round. Following golf, continue to the magnificent Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Accompanied by your Egyptologist, explore one of the world's most important archaeological museums. In the evening, transfer to Cairo Railway Station and board the Abela Sleeper Train for your overnight journey south to Aswan. Dinner is served aboard.
Golf: 18 Holes
Accommodation: Abela Sleeper Train — Cairo to Aswan
Day 5 · Wednesday
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Aswan, Philae Temple & Q Nile Cruise
Breakfast is served aboard the train before your morning arrival in Aswan. Meet your Egyptologist and travel by motorboat to Philae Temple, spectacularly situated on an island and dedicated principally to the goddess Isis. Explore the temple complex before transferring to Q Nile Cruise for your three-night journey from Aswan to Luxor. Check into your selected cabin or suite and enjoy lunch aboard.
Accommodation: Q Nile Cruise — Aswan
Day 6 · Thursday
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Optional Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo & Sail to Edfu
Early this morning, guests have the opportunity to join an optional excursion to Abu Simbel, the extraordinary temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari on the shores of Lake Nasser. Guests not joining can enjoy a relaxed morning aboard. Q Nile Cruise begins sailing north through the landscapes of Upper Egypt. Upon arrival at Kom Ombo, visit the unusual riverside temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing towards Edfu.
Accommodation: Q Nile Cruise — Edfu
Day 7 · Friday
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Edfu Temple, Sail to Luxor & Luxor Temple by Night
Visit the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the largest and best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Continue sailing north towards Luxor, ancient Thebes, relaxing on deck and watching everyday life along the Nile. After arrival in Luxor, visit the magnificent Luxor Temple after sunset — its monumental statues, columns and courtyards illuminated against the night sky.
Accommodation: Q Nile Cruise — Luxor
Day 8 · Saturday
Breakfast
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Flight to Cairo
After breakfast, disembark Q Nile Cruise and explore Luxor's legendary West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, and the enormous Colossi of Memnon. After sightseeing, transfer to Luxor International Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel conveniently located close to Cairo International Airport.
Accommodation: Cairo Airport Area — selected airport hotel or similar
Day 9 · Sunday
Breakfast
Departure
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. At the appropriate time, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your final departure. Your Egypt Golf & Nile Classic journey concludes after nine days combining three rounds of golf, Cairo's greatest monuments, an overnight rail journey and a three-night Nile cruise through Upper Egypt.
Choose your style
Standard · Gold · Platinum
Every category follows the same itinerary, includes the same three golf rounds and sightseeing programme, and departs every Saturday. The difference is your choice of hotels and accommodation aboard Q Nile Cruise.
| Experience | Standard | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo — 3 Nights | Novotel 6th of October or similar | Hilton Pyramids Golf or similar | Giza Palace, Hyatt Regency Cairo West or similar |
| Cairo Board | Breakfast | Breakfast | Breakfast |
| Cairo–Aswan | Abela Sleeper Train | Abela Sleeper Train | Abela Sleeper Train |
| Nile Cruise Category | Nile Deck Cabin | Main Deck Cabin with Small Balcony | Upper Deck Suite + Captain's Lounge privileges |
| Cruise Board | Full Board | Full Board | Full Board |
| Final Cairo Night | Airport-area hotel or similar | Airport-area hotel or similar | Airport-area hotel or similar |
| Golf | 3 × 18 Holes | 3 × 18 Holes | 3 × 18 Holes |
| Sightseeing | Included | Included | Included |
| Best For | Travellers looking for the complete Egypt golf and Nile experience at the most attractive price. | Guests seeking additional comfort and their own outdoor space while cruising the Nile. | Guests seeking the highest accommodation category and a more exclusive Nile cruise experience. |
What's inside
Inclusions
What's Included
- Meet & assist on arrival at Cairo International Airport
- All transfers specified in the itinerary
- 3 nights in Cairo in your selected package category
- Breakfast in Cairo
- 3 × 18-hole golf rounds with pre-arranged tee times
- Transfers to and from included golf courses
- Great Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx
- Grand Egyptian Museum with professional Egyptologist
- Multilingual guide during historical visits — German, French, English, Spanish or Italian
- English-speaking escort for all airport and golf course transfers
- Entrance fees to included sightseeing sites
- 1 night aboard the Abela Sleeper Train (Cairo to Aswan)
- Dinner and breakfast aboard the train
- Meet & assist upon arrival in Aswan
- Philae Temple and motorboat transfer
- 3 nights aboard Q Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
- Full Board aboard Q Nile Cruise
- Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple and Luxor Temple by night
- Valley of the Kings — standard entrance
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon
- Transfer from Q Nile Cruise to Luxor Airport
- Domestic flight from Luxor to Cairo
- Meet & assist upon arrival in Cairo
- 1 final night at an airport-area hotel
- Transfer from the airport hotel to Cairo International Airport
- Applicable service charges and taxes for included services
- Platinum: Q Nile Cruise Upper Deck Suite + Captain's Lounge access with soft drinks and snacks
Not Included
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional Abu Simbel excursion
- Optional tours and activities not listed as included
- Entrance inside the Great Pyramid or other pyramids
- Special-entry tombs in the Valley of the Kings
- Golf club rental, shoes and personal equipment
- Golf carts/buggies unless included by the golf course
- Caddies where applicable
- Meals not specifically mentioned
- Drinks unless included by hotel, cruise or Platinum Captain's Lounge
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, laundry and telephone calls
- Tips and gratuities
Optional experiences
Make it yours
Abu Simbel
Add an early-morning excursion from Aswan to the extraordinary temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari.
Additional Golf
Arrange extra rounds in Cairo before the start of the programme or as part of a pre-tour extension, subject to tee-time availability.
Extend Your Stay
Add extra nights before or after the tour in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor or the Red Sea.
Pre-Arrival & Post-Departure Extensions
Arrive early or stay later in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor or the Red Sea. Perfect for jet-lag recovery, extra sightseeing, a Nile dinner cruise or a relaxing beach extension before your flight home.
Weekly tour at a glance
9 days in summary
| Day | Experience |
|---|---|
| Saturday | Arrival in Cairo |
| Sunday | Cairo Golf + Leisure |
| Monday | Cairo Golf + Pyramids |
| Tuesday | Cairo Golf + Grand Egyptian Museum + Abela Sleeper Train |
| Wednesday | Arrive Aswan + Philae Temple + Embark Q Nile Cruise |
| Thursday | Optional Abu Simbel + Kom Ombo Temple + Sail to Edfu |
| Friday | Edfu Temple + Sail to Luxor + Luxor Temple by Night |
| Saturday | Valley of the Kings + Hatshepsut + Flight to Cairo |
| Sunday | Airport Transfer + Final Departure |
Guaranteed weekly departures: Every Saturday · Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights · Starts: Cairo · Ends: Cairo
Golf: 3 × 18-hole rounds · Rail: Abela Sleeper Train · Nile: 3-night Q Nile Cruise, Aswan to Luxor · Categories: Standard, Gold, Platinum
Reserve your place
Reserve your Egypt Golf & Nile Classic departure
Guaranteed Saturday departures. Choose Standard, Gold or Platinum and request a personalised quote for your preferred travel dates.
