Tour Overview
10-Day Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise: Cairo, Luxor, Red Sea is planned as a 10 Days / 9 Nights journey linking Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Hurghada, Red Sea. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.
Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Cairo, Giza, Great Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Nile, Side, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Valley of the Kings, Luxor. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.
Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, private transfers, domestic flights, ferry connections, a Nile cruise component. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Cairo
Welcome to Egypt, a land where ancient history meets modern culture. Upon arrival in Cairo, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel near the pyramids.
The remainder of the day is at leisure. Optional evening activities include the famous Sound & Light Show at the pyramids.
Saqqara, Giza Pyramids and Sphinx Tour
Discover Egypt’s most iconic landmarks at the legendary Giza Pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu. Optional experiences include entering the pyramid interior or enjoying a camel ride across the desert.
Continue to the majestic Great Sphinx before visiting the remarkable Grand Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of priceless treasures from Ancient Egypt.
Flight to Aswan & Philae Temple Tour
Fly south to Aswan, one of Egypt’s most picturesque cities.
Visit the impressive High Dam and continue by boat to Philae Temple, beautifully located on Agilkia Island and dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Abu Simbel Tour (Optional) / Nile River Cruise Day 1
Optional excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most extraordinary archaeological sites.
Later, board your luxury Nile River Cruise and begin your journey through Upper Egypt.
Komombo & Edfu Temple Tour / Nile River Cruise Day 2
Sail along the Nile and visit the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
Continue cruising toward Edfu while enjoying the scenery of traditional riverside villages.
Kings Valley & Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Tour / Nile River Cruise Day 3
Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, burial place of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs.
Visit the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and stop at the famous Colossi of Memnon before returning to your cruise.
Karnak Temples & Luxor Temple Tour / to Hurghada Red Sea
After disembarking, discover the immense Karnak Temple Complex and the magnificent Luxor Temple, two of Egypt’s most celebrated monuments.
Later, travel to Hurghada on the beautiful Red Sea Coast.
Leisure Day in Hurghada Red Sea
Enjoy a relaxing day in Hurghada.
Optional activities include snorkeling, diving, island excursions, desert safaris, and traditional Bedouin experiences.
Flight to Cairo
Fly back to Cairo and enjoy free time for optional sightseeing, shopping, or cultural experiences in the city.
Optional tours include Islamic Cairo, Coptic Cairo, or Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.
Your unforgettable Egyptian adventure comes to an end.
What's Included
Included
- ✈️ Airport Meet & Greet & Private Transfers Meet & greet service at Cairo Airport and private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
- 🏨 Cairo Accommodation 3 nights at a carefully selected 5-star hotel in Cairo on a bed and breakfast basis.
- 🏨 Aswan Accommodation 1 night at a carefully selected 5-star hotel in Aswan on a bed and breakfast basis.
- 🏖️ Hurghada Accommodation 2 nights at a carefully selected 5-star hotel in Hurghada, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and soft drinks.
- ⛴️ 5-Star Nile River Cruise 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor on a full-board basis, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 🏛️ Guided Sightseeing Tours All sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan as specified in the itinerary.
- ✈️ Domestic Flights Return domestic flights within Egypt: Cairo → Aswan and Hurghada → Cairo.
- 👨🏫 English-Speaking Guide English-speaking guide during all scheduled sightseeing tours.
- 🚐 Private Transportation Private air-conditioned minibus transportation throughout the scheduled tours and transfers.
- 🎟️ Entrance Fees Entrance fees for all sightseeing sites specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- 🤝 Professional Travel Support Carefully coordinated travel arrangements throughout the itinerary, including accommodation, Nile cruise, domestic flights, private transportation, sightseeing, and guided services.
Not Included
- ✈️ International Airfare & Travel Insurance International flights to and from Egypt and travel insurance are not included.
- 🛂 Egypt Entry Visa Entry visa into Egypt, currently USD 25 per person.
- 🏛️ Pyramid Interior Entrance Entry to the interior of the Pyramids is not included.
- 🎈 Hot Air Balloon Ride over the West Bank of Luxor.
- 🏺 Abu Simbel Day Trip Optional day trip to Abu Simbel.
- 🐪 Bedouin Dinner Optional Bedouin dinner experience in the Red Sea area.
- 🧳 Personal Expenses Personal expenses incurred during the tour. 💰 Tips & Gratuities Tips for guides, drivers, cruise staff, hotel staff, and other services.