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Cairo, Cruise & Red Sea

13 days

PRIVATE TOUR: Discover the amazing highlights of Egypt, from the Pyramids and pharaohs to ancient architecture and antiquity. Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the River Nile, explore awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temple, the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings. There's no better way to end your Egyptian adventure than relaxing by the famous Red Sea resort town of Hurghada.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

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Accommodation Standard

4-5 Star

Tour Overview

Duration

13 days

Starts

Cairo

Ends

Cairo

Range

Private

Tour Guide

Yes - for all included sightseeing

Group Size

Min 2 / Max Private Tour

Minimum age

10 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Monday, Thursday and Saturday

Hotel Rating

4-5 star or 5 star deluxe

Countries

Egypt

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 12, Lunch: 3, Dinner: 3
Per person from
USD$3,515.00
Total From
USD$7,030.00
Deposit From
Final payment
USD$2,110.00
$5,975.00

Accommodation Standard

4-5 Star

Tour Highlights

Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza and explore the Necropolis of Saqqara
Cairo - Discover the Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Khan el Khalili Bazaar and the Grand Egyptian Museum
Abu Simbel - Visit this awe-inspiring temple, one of the most impressive in all of Egypt
Aswan - Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island to explore romantic Philae Temple
Nile cruising - Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, spending 3 nights on board a 5 star Nile cruiser
Kom Ombo - Visit the unique double Temple of Kom Ombo located on the banks of the Nile
Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and explore the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Red Sea - Swim, snorkel, dive or simply soak up the sun!

Included

Breakfast daily and all meals aboard Nile Cruiser
9 nights 4-5 star hotels & 3 nights onboard a 5 star Nile cruiser
Qualified Egyptologist guide at all sites of antiquity
Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan and Luxor
Entrance fees for all included sightseeing
Free time, rest and relaxation at the coastal Red Sea resort town of Hurghada
Economy class flight from Cairo to Aswan, Aswan to Abu Simbel, Abu Simbel to Aswan and Hurghada to Cairo
An airport arrival transfer on day 1 and a departure transfer on day 13
All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tipping. We recommend you allow USD$20 per traveller per day of guiding for your guide, and an additional USD$10 per traveller per day for general tipping such as drivers, and bellmen, though ultimately tipping is an entirely personal gesture.

Accommodation Standard

4-5 Star

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to ancient Egypt

Welcome to Egypt and the start of your holiday! Arrival Cairo and included transfer to your hotel. The remainder of today is at your leisure to relax and enjoy your hotel facilities, or explore Cairo your way. Consider heading out for dinner at one of the restaurants offering views over the Nile River and city, or head to the sound and light show at the pyramids this evening.

Overnight: Cairo

Day 2 - Breathtaking Pyramids & Saqqara

This morning visit the only remaining ancient wonder of the world, the impressive Pyramids at the Giza Plateau. Gaze in awe at Cheops (Khufu) - the largest of the three great pyramids. Constructed from over 2.5 million limestone blocks, it is thought to have taken more than 20 years to construct. The other two - Chephren and Mycerinus are equally breathtaking, and all three Pyramids are truly a sight that can only be fully appreciated in person. Your tour continues to Memphis to see the colossal statue of Ramses II. Afterward, tour the tomb-strewn necropolis of Saqqara, featuring King Zhoser’s step pyramid. Constructed by Imhotep, the pharaoh’s chief architect in 2700 BC and the template for all future pyramid construction.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Egyptian Museums & Islamic Cairo

This morning, visit the incredible new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. This vast 490,000 sq.m complex showcases an astonishing collection of artefacts from nearly every period of ancient Egyptian history. Among the highlights are treasures of King Tutankhamun, with plans for his famous solid gold funerary mask to eventually be showcased here, alongside many items being exhibited for the first time.

Later, head to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which remains home to a vast collection of statues, jewellery, and sarcophagi. Here, see the well-preserved mummies of Yuya and Thuyu, high-ranking nobles and the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. Some mummies are so well preserved they still have thick locks of hair and visible fingernails.

This afternoon visit the world famous Khan El Khalili Bazaar, with trinkets and delights to be found amongst the many shops and stalls located here. Then continue to The Citadel. This monumental Islamic-era fortification, in the heart of Cairo, was once the seat of government from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Here, you'll visit the beautiful Mosque of Muhammed Ali built in the 1830's, this impressive structure is made from alabaster stone and is a smaller version of the Blue Mosque found in Istanbul.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Philae Temple & the High Dam

Cairo - Aswan. After breakfast, take a short flight south to Aswan and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon visit Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam. Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, was rescued in an enormous UNESCO effort in the 1970s. Due to high water levels in the reservoir created by the Old Aswan Dam and further aquatic drama due to the creation of the mighty High Dam, Philae Temple was relocated stone by stone to higher ground on nearby Agilika Island.

Overnight: Aswan
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Awe-inspiring Abu Simbel

Aswan - Abu Simbel - Aswan. It's an early start today as you board a short flight down south to explore the temples of Abu Simbel, created to revere the mighty pharaonic ruler King Ramses II. Guarding the entrance to the temple (built between 1290 and 1224 BC) hewn into the side of a mountain are four famous colossal statues of the pharaoh himself. In a fit of architectural wisdom, Ramses II had the entire temple carefully angled and oriented in order that the sun’s rays would align twice a year on his date of ascension to the throne (in February) and on his birthday (in October) and illuminate the inner sanctum of the temple. The other rock cut temple at Abu Simbel is the Temple of Hathor, which is fronted by six massive standing statues. Four of them represent King Ramses II, the other two are of his beloved wife - Queen Nefertari. Famously, both temples were re-located in a multi-million dollar operation in 1972, further up from the shoreline of Lake Nasser.

Returning to Aswan, you have free time to perhaps do some shopping in the colourful souqs and markets or simply relax in this attractive town which straddles the River Nile. This afternoon board your luxury Nile cruiser for a three night cruise on the River Nile.

Overnight: Nile Cruising
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 6-7 - Nile Cruising & R&R

Spend the next two days relaxing aboard your luxury Nile cruiser, taking in the riverside village views from the top deck and exploring some of the exciting historical sites located along this stretch of the Nile. On day 6 moor up at the riverside and enjoy a visit to the waterside Temple of Kom Ombo. Consisting of two temples, one dedicated to the Crocodile-headed god Sobek and the other dedicated to the falcon god Horus. On Day 7, you will reach the west bank of Luxor and explore the best of Ancient Thebes - the tomb strewn Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.

Overnight: Nile Cruiser
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2

Day 8 - Karnak & Luxor Temples

After a leisurely breakfast disembark your cruiser to visit Karnak Temple. Karnak is a spectacular myriad of sanctuaries, pylons, chapels, halls and obelisks, all dedicated to the Theban gods and to the greater glory of Egypt’s Middle and New Kingdom rulers. Later explore Luxor Temple, dedicated to Amun, construction work on the temple began during the reign of Amenhotep III in the 14th century BC. Walk along the newly refurbished Avenue of Sphinxes, which connects these two famous sites.

This afternoon travel by car to the stunning Red Sea resort of Hurghada.

Overnight: Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast

Days 9-11 - Relax & soak up some sun!

Time for R&R! Though there is plenty to do in and around Hurghada. Consider sail boarding, yachting, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving and snorkelling or simply soak up the sun poolside. Hurghada’s central location provides a gateway to prime offshore reefs, which are some of the finest in the world. Hurghada also has a lively nightlife scene and excellent shopping.

Overnight: Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast x3

Day 12 - Return to Cairo

Hurghada - Cairo. This morning fly back to Cairo. The afternoon allows free time to relax by the pool or consider some last minute souvenir shopping at the famous Khan el Khalili Bazaar.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

Day 13 - Cairo

Today marks the end of your incredible journey through Egypt. A transfer will be provided to take you to airport to meet your onward flight. Should you wish to book another night or more to further explore more of the city, please enquire.

For information about visas, top travel tips and much more, take a look through our travel guide.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation Standard

4-5 Star

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Accommodation Standard

4-5 Star

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour when booking 4-5 star. For the frequently used 5 star hotels, please refer to the 5 star Trip Notes. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Sonesta Hotel, Towers & Casino Cairo
Cairo

The Sonesta Hotel & Casino is a sophisticated and luxurious hotel offering spacious, en-suit rooms with opulent furnishings. Enjoy a cocktail at the poolside bar or indulge in a relaxing massage or Turkish steam bath at the full-service spa. With 5 restaurants located within the hotel you'll be spoilt for choice over dining options.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel
Movenpick Hotel, Aswan
Aswan

Situated on Elephantine Island, the Movenpick is a luxurious hotel with stunning views of the Nile River. There is a range of spacious and luxurious rooms with stylish furnishings, private balconies or terraces and a great selection of amenities including WiFi, satellite TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The Movenpick offers three restaurants as well as the Lounge Bar and Panorama Bar. Guests can also make use of the outdoor swimming pool and tennis courts.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Hotel
Deluxe Cruise
Nile Cruising

Deluxe Nile cruise boats are elegant, luxurious boats with spacious cabins and an excellent range of facilities. You'll have the opportunity to relax as your cruise boat meanders along this famous river. Enjoy delicious dining experiences coupled with incredible views of the villages and vistas that dot the river bank.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 star cruise boat
Marriott Beach Resort
Hurghada

The Marriott Beach Resort is a luxurious beachfront hotel, with every room enjoying a view of the Red Sea and Hurghada city centre just a few minutes drive away. There is a choice of 8 restaurants and bars for hungry travellers, and a health club, tennis & squash courts, and fitness centre to stay in shape. During the day, soak in the heated outdoor pool or book a watersport activity. The hotel even has its own private island if you fancy a massage among the palm trees.

Our Rating
Deluxe
Local Rating
5 Star Deluxe Hotel

Accommodation Standard

4-5 Star

Prices & Dates

'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults.

Price reductions are available when there are 4 or more persons travelling in your tour party, since fixed costs like transportation and guiding are shared across the group.

2024
Twin/Double
Single
28 Nov - 10 Dec
$3,965
$5,335
30 Nov - 12 Dec
$3,965
$5,335
2 Dec - 14 Dec
$3,965
$5,335
5 Dec - 17 Dec
$3,965
$5,335
7 Dec - 19 Dec
$3,965
$5,335
9 Dec - 21 Dec
$3,965
$5,335
12 Dec - 24 Dec
$3,965
$5,335
14 Dec - 26 Dec
$3,965
$5,335
2025
Twin/Double
Single
2 Jan - 14 Jan
$4,545
$6,315
4 Jan - 16 Jan
$4,545
$6,315
6 Jan - 18 Jan
$3,965
$5,335
9 Jan - 21 Jan
$3,965
$5,335
11 Jan - 23 Jan
$3,965
$5,335
13 Jan - 25 Jan
$3,965
$5,335
16 Jan - 28 Jan
$3,965
$5,335
18 Jan - 30 Jan
$3,965
$5,335
2026
Twin/Double
Single
1 Jan - 13 Jan
$4,875
$6,755
2 Jan - 14 Jan
$4,875
$6,755
3 Jan - 15 Jan
$4,875
$6,755
4 Jan - 16 Jan
$4,875
$6,755
5 Jan - 17 Jan
$4,875
$6,755
6 Jan - 18 Jan
$3,965
$5,335
8 Jan - 20 Jan
$3,965
$5,335
10 Jan - 22 Jan
$3,965
$5,335

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