Egypt · Cruise & Sailing

10-Day Egypt Tour from Cairo with Nile Cruise and Hurghada Stay

10 Days Round trip from Oruba Road، El Nozha Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Gaze in awe at the Great Pyramid and Sphinx of Giza
02 Encounter the colossal statues and temples of Abu Simbel
03 Cruise the Nile between Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor
04 Explore Karnak Temple and the tombs in the Valley of the Kings
05 Relax by Hurghada beach on the Red Sea
06 Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea
07 Discover the Egyptian Museum's priceless treasures, including Tutankhamun's Golden Mask
08 Visit Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, saved by UNESCO during the High Dam project

Embark on a journey through Egypt's ancient wonders, from the towering Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx to royal tombs, grand temples, and world-class museum collections in Cairo. Travel south to Aswan, visit Philae Temple and Abu Simbel, and cruise along the mighty Nile through Kom Ombo and Edfu to Luxor. Continue to Hurghada on the Red Sea for time to relax by the beach or enjoy optional water and desert activities. This 10-day trip combines archaeology, culture, cruising, and seaside leisure in one itinerary.

Embark on a journey through Egypt's ancient wonders, from the towering Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx to royal tombs, grand temples, and world-class museum collections in Cairo.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Hurghada, Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Abu Simbel

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Cairo and Welcome Dinner

Meet your tour guide upon arrival at Cairo International Airport.
Transfer to your hotel near the Pyramids.
Enjoy your "Welcome Dinner" at a local Egyptian restaurant.

Overnight at your Cairo hotel.

Day 02

Giza Plateau, Great Pyramid and Egyptian Museum

Today, visit the Pyramids of Giza, including the largest of them all, the so-called Great Pyramid, which is said to be the tomb of Pharaoh Khufu dating back over 5,000 years.
After exploring the pyramids, enter the King's Chamber of the Great Pyramid and take a camel ride deep into the desert for amazing photo opportunities of a total of nine pyramids in one shot.
Then, head to the guardian angel of the area, the monolithic Sphinx. The Sphinx is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, carved from limestone. It proudly sits facing the horizon and greets the sunrise as it has done daily for centuries.
Next, proceed to the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts covering all the eras of Egyptian history, including the most famous piece of all, the Golden Mask of the young King Tutankhamun. The museum is overflowing with priceless treasures, and your guide will explain the masterpieces before allowing you plenty of free time to explore at your leisure.

Overnight in Cairo hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 03

Flight to Aswan, High Dam and Philae Temple

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Aswan. (Cost of the flight ticket is not included.)
Upon arrival, visit the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk.
Then, board a motorboat to visit Philae Temple, located on a small island on the Nile River called Agilkia. Philae was one of the temples saved by UNESCO during the construction of the High Dam in the 1960s.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 04

Abu Simbel Temples and Nile Cruise Boarding

An early start today as you will drive 3 1/2 hours south to the magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel, a must-see for everyone who comes to Egypt. These temples were cut deep into the rock and dedicated to Pharaoh Ramses II and his beloved wife, Nefertari.
Enjoy lunch onboard your cruise boat.

Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 05

Kom Ombo Visit and Sailing to Edfu

After an early morning sailing and breakfast on board, visit Kom Ombo, the dual temple of Horus & Sobek.
Return to the cruise boat and enjoy an afternoon sailing towards Edfu.
Afternoon tea on the sun deck.
Dress like an Egyptian at the Galabeya Party tonight, hosted in the lounge on board.

Meals: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner

Day 06

Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple

Enjoy a visit to the Valley of the Kings. Climb down into the spectacularly decorated tombs of the pharaohs.
After that, visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Deir el-Bahri (Northern Monastery), which indicates that the site was once used by Christian monks.
Go to a local alabaster factory and see how the handmade pieces were created in ancient Egypt.

Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

Day 07

Karnak and Luxor Temples to Hurghada

After breakfast, visit Egypt's largest temple complex, Karnak Temples.
Wander among the columns of the much-photographed Hypostyle Hall and explore the numerous projects of the pharaohs, including the many chapels, sanctuaries, and temples.
Gaze upon the well-preserved obelisk of the famed Queen Hatshepsut before visiting the Sacred Lake and the largest carved scarab found in all of Egypt.
Later, explore Luxor Temple. Constructed hundreds of years ago by Amenhotep III, Ramses II, Tutankhamun, and other pharaohs, Luxor Temple was the largest religious centre in ancient Egypt.
Transfer to the Red Sea and one of the most famous dive spots globally, Hurghada.

Overnight at your Hurghada hotel.

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 08

Free Day in Hurghada

Enjoy a free day.
Take part in optional activities like scuba diving, snorkelling, and a glass-bottom boat trip to see the stunning coral reefs.
Go on a safari ride to the Bedouin camp and have a Bedouin-style BBQ dinner.

Overnight in Hurghada hotel.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 09

Return Flight from Hurghada to Cairo

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. (Internal flight cost is not included.)

Overnight at Cairo hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 10

Departure from Cairo

After breakfast, head to Cairo International Airport for your onward journey or return flight home.

Where this trip takes you

Great Pyramid of Giza, Great Sphinx of Giza, Philae Temple on Agilkia, Nile cruise via Kom Ombo and Edfu

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Oruba Road، El Nozha 8 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Meet and assist upon arrival and departure
Pick-up and drop-off
Transfer from and to Cairo International Airport in an air-conditioned vehicle
2 nights' accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Cairo
1 night's accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Aswan
3 nights' accommodation on board the cruise from Aswan to Luxor
2 nights' accommodation at a 5-star standard hotel in Hurghada
1 night's accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Cairo
Relevant transfers as per the above-mentioned itinerary
Tours in Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor in an air-conditioned vehicle
Sightseeing in Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, the Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Museum, including round-trip hotel transfers, tour guide, and sightseeing entrance fees
Daily breakfast starting from the second day
Full board on board the Nile cruise
Bottled water (1 small bottle per day in Cairo)
24/7 emergency number
Qualified drivers in Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, and Hurghada
English-speaking Egyptian tour guide