Splendors of Egypt & the Nile (2026) 2026 (Round Trip from cairo)

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Splendors of Egypt & the Nile (2026) 2026 (Round Trip from cairo)



Tour Description:

For 12 adventure-filled days, experience Egypt and the Nile’s most wondrous sites in style and luxury.* Wander amongst the towering ruins of the Temple of Karnak, the world’s largest ancient religious complex, and the entrancing Temple of Luxor. Follow in the footsteps of renowned scholars and explorers as you venture forth into the Valley of the Kings, the ancient burial grounds of Egyptian royalty.

This captivating itinerary begins and ends in Cairo, where you’ll visit the famous Egyptian Museum and its unrivaled collection of pharaonic artifacts. Journey to Giza to gaze upon the mighty ancient Pyramids and the Sphinx.

Generations Family Program (select River Tosca sailings): These cruise/tours feature unique, fun-filled adventures for youngsters and are packed with culturally and historically significant experiences. There will also be an opportunity to meet local children—if your family would like to bring a gift to share with the children (such as school supplies, books, balls or games) it is welcomed.

Dates & Pricing

Saturday 03 Jan 26 — Thursday 15 Jan 26Starting at $6,749 Get a Quote
Saturday 10 Jan 26 — Thursday 22 Jan 26Starting at $6,749 Get a Quote
Saturday 17 Jan 26 — Thursday 29 Jan 26Starting at $6,749 Get a Quote
Saturday 24 Jan 26 — Thursday 05 Feb 26Starting at $6,749 Get a Quote
Saturday 31 Jan 26 — Thursday 12 Feb 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 07 Feb 26 — Thursday 19 Feb 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 14 Feb 26 — Thursday 26 Feb 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 21 Feb 26 — Thursday 05 Mar 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 28 Feb 26 — Thursday 12 Mar 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 07 Mar 26 — Thursday 19 Mar 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 14 Mar 26 — Thursday 26 Mar 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 21 Mar 26 — Thursday 02 Apr 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 28 Mar 26 — Thursday 09 Apr 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 11 Apr 26 — Thursday 23 Apr 26Starting at $6,749 Get a Quote
Saturday 18 Apr 26 — Thursday 30 Apr 26Starting at $6,749 Get a Quote
Saturday 25 Apr 26 — Thursday 07 May 26Starting at $6,749 Get a Quote
Saturday 02 May 26 — Thursday 14 May 26Starting at $6,299 Get a Quote
Saturday 16 May 26 — Thursday 28 May 26Starting at $6,299 Get a Quote
Saturday 23 May 26 — Thursday 04 Jun 26Starting at $6,299 Get a Quote
Saturday 12 Sep 26 — Thursday 24 Sep 26Starting at $6,299 Get a Quote
Saturday 19 Sep 26 — Thursday 01 Oct 26Starting at $6,299 Get a Quote
Saturday 26 Sep 26 — Thursday 08 Oct 26Starting at $6,299 Get a Quote
Saturday 03 Oct 26 — Thursday 15 Oct 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 10 Oct 26 — Thursday 22 Oct 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 17 Oct 26 — Thursday 29 Oct 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 24 Oct 26 — Wednesday 04 Nov 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 31 Oct 26 — Wednesday 11 Nov 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 07 Nov 26 — Thursday 19 Nov 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 14 Nov 26 — Thursday 26 Nov 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 21 Nov 26 — Thursday 03 Dec 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 28 Nov 26 — Thursday 10 Dec 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 05 Dec 26 — Thursday 17 Dec 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 12 Dec 26 — Thursday 24 Dec 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 19 Dec 26 — Thursday 31 Dec 26Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote
Saturday 26 Dec 26 — Thursday 07 Jan 27Starting at $7,199 Get a Quote


Destination & Sightseeing

ITINERARY

Cairo
Arrive at Cairo International Airport. If your cruise/tour package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, a Uniworld representative will be on hand to greet you and escort you to the opulent Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza or to the stunning Nile Ritz-Carlton (or similar).

Cairo
The ancient quarter of Cairo is intense—the colors, the sounds, the density of people—and it’s likely been this way for thousands of years. Your local expert will show you a 12th-century citadel, the beautiful Alabaster Mosque and an unsurpassed collection of priceless artifacts, including mind-boggling treasures once buried with the boy king Tutankhamen.

Cairo, Fly to Luxor (Embark) Cruising the Nile River, Dendera
Prepare to be amazed at the legendary Temple of Karnak, a massive and absolutely astounding site, with gigantic columns, broad avenues lined with stone sphinxes and halls of truly epic proportions. This evening, you’ll revel in a Welcome Reception and Dinner onboard.

Dendera, Cruising the Nile River, Luxor
Like its twin shrine, the Temple of Karnak, the Temple of Luxor stands on the site of ancient Thebes, the once flourishing capital of Egypt’s New Kingdom. It was built over hundreds of years and even in ruins it is still an extraordinary place. You’ll also visit the Temple of Hathor, dedicated to the goddess of love and beauty.

Luxor, Cruising the Nile River, Kom Ombo
The word “colossal” will take on a whole new meaning after today’s excursion to the gigantic twin statues known as the Colossi of Memnon. And that’s just the beginning—you’ll also visit the temple of one of Egypt’s rare female pharaohs as well as the Valley of the Kings, used as a royal burial place for nearly 500 years and where the mummified remains of Tutankhamen are on display.

Kom Ombo, Cruising the Nile River, Aswan
After visiting a temple dedicated to a crocodile god today (don’t miss the display of some of the 300 mummified crocs found in the local area), hop aboard a small boat for a bird-watching excursion along the Nile.

Aswan
Today is an epic day, filled with wonders from start to finish. You’ll visit a marvel of modern engineering—the Aswan High Dam—as well as the Unfinished Obelisk and the beautiful Philae Temple complex, which was moved from one island to another back in the 1970s. But wait, there’s more. You’ll also take a ride in a felucca—a traditional Egyptian sailboat—and enjoy afternoon tea at a famous hotel depicted in Agatha Christie’s novel Death on the Nile.

Aswan, Cruising the Nile River, Edfu
Spend the day at leisure or join us for an optional excursion to see the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel.

Esna, Cruising the Nile River, Luxor
On today’s excursion, you’ll learn how the Temple of Esna was buried under debris for many centuries and is one of the last great Egyptian temples ever built. Your Egyptologist guide will share all sorts of fascinating insights about this significant cultural site and show you the façade bearing the last known hieroglyphic inscriptions ever recorded in Egypt.

Luxor (Disembark), Fly to Cairo
Disembark in Luxor and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. Then, check in to your luxury hotel where you’ll have time to relax before dinner.

Cairo
It’s a day of Bucket List Moments today as we venture to see a number of amazing monuments—including the enigmatic Great Sphinx. You’ll have a thrilling opportunity to view the pyramids from an up-close perspective, the only way to fully appreciate their remarkable size and grandeur.

Depart Cairo
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the Cairo International Airport for your flight home, or extend your trip with a memorable optional extension in Jerusalem.

SHIP DETAILS

The S.S. Sphinx offers two gourmet dining venues, a swimming pool, massage room, and 42 gorgeously appointed suites. This Super ShipTM vessel offers an authentically immersive onboard experience, with bespoke decor by local artisans and materials sourced regionally—such as fine Egyptian cottons, marble, and hand-carved blonde wood—to highlight Egyptian craftsmanship while minimizing our carbon footprint.

All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies. While the S.S. Sphinx is a beautiful and luxurious ship, its amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld-company-owned ship.

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