10 Days / 9 Nights
Daily Tour
100 people
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Experience the best of Egypt on this unforgettable 9-night journey combining the ancient wonders of Cairo, a relaxing Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, and a beach escape in Hurghada. This carefully planned 10-day Egypt holiday brings together fascinating history, remarkable temples, beautiful river scenery, and the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea.
Your adventure begins in Cairo, where you will spend two nights discovering the country’s most iconic landmarks. Explore the legendary Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx, and discover the treasures of ancient Egyptian civilization at the Grand Egyptian Museum. Enjoy the atmosphere of Egypt’s vibrant capital before continuing your journey south.
Fly from Cairo to Aswan, where you will board your Nile cruise for three nights sailing from Aswan to Luxor. Discover the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and admire the impressive Aswan High Dam. As the cruise sails north along the Nile, visit the remarkable double temple of Kom Ombo and the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu. Enjoy peaceful moments on the sun deck while watching traditional villages, green riverbanks, and desert landscapes pass by. In Luxor, explore the famous Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.
After discovering Upper Egypt’s extraordinary heritage, travel by road from Luxor to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast. Spend three nights enjoying the resort atmosphere, beautiful beaches, and warm sunshine. Depending on your interests, you can relax at your hotel, swim in the sea, or choose optional activities such as snorkeling, desert safaris, and island excursions.
Finally, return to Cairo by road for your last overnight stay before departing from Egypt the following day.
With comfortable accommodation, domestic air travel, private transfers, and unforgettable sightseeing, this tour offers a wonderful introduction to Egypt’s history, culture, and natural beauty with Blue Rays Tours.
9 Nights Egypt Tour: Cairo, Nile Cruise & Hurghada – Discover History and Relax by the Red Sea
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet your representative for assistance with arrival procedures and luggage. Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel and complete check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, with time to relax after your journey or explore the surrounding area.
Overnight: Cairo.
After breakfast, meet your Egyptologist guide and begin exploring the wonders of ancient Egypt. Visit the legendary Giza Pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, and discover the fascinating history of the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure.
Continue to the Great Sphinx, the iconic monument with the body of a lion and the face of a pharaoh, which has guarded the Giza Plateau for thousands of years. Afterwards, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum and discover its extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, statues, and royal treasures. Return to your hotel after a memorable day of sightseeing. Meals: Breakfast. Overnight: Cairo.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, visit the Aswan High Dam, an impressive engineering achievement that controls the Nile's annual flooding and created Lake Nasser.
Continue to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully situated on Agilkia Island. Reach the temple by motorboat and explore its magnificent columns, gateways, and ancient reliefs. After sightseeing, transfer to your Nile cruise ship, complete embarkation, and settle into your cabin. Enjoy your first full-board meals on board. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Overnight: Nile cruise in Aswan.
Enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise sails north along the Nile. Your first major stop is Kom Ombo Temple, a remarkable double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder.
Continue sailing toward Edfu and enjoy lunch on board while admiring the peaceful scenery of the Nile Valley. In Edfu, visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Explore its monumental entrance, impressive courtyard, and detailed hieroglyphic inscriptions. Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Luxor via the Esna Lock. Enjoy dinner and onboard entertainment. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Overnight: Nile cruise.
After breakfast, explore Luxor's famous West Bank, one of the most important archaeological areas in the world.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of the New Kingdom pharaohs, where beautifully decorated tombs reveal ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an extraordinary terraced monument built against dramatic limestone cliffs. Complete your visit with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once guarded the entrance to the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Return to the cruise ship and enjoy leisure time, dinner, and your final night on board. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Overnight: Nile cruise in Luxor.
After breakfast, check out from the Nile cruise and begin exploring Luxor's East Bank.
Visit Karnak Temple, an immense religious complex developed over many centuries and dedicated primarily to the god Amun-Ra. Walk through the impressive Great Hypostyle Hall and admire its enormous columns and monumental gateways. Continue to Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the modern city. Explore its grand entrance, statues, courtyards, and ancient columns. After sightseeing, begin your road journey to Hurghada through the Eastern Desert. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, check in, and enjoy the soft all-inclusive facilities according to the hotel's service schedule. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, according to cruise check-out and hotel service schedules. Overnight: Hurghada.
Enjoy a relaxing day in Hurghada with your hotel's soft all-inclusive services. Take advantage of the resort facilities, enjoy the swimming pools, or spend time on the beautiful Red Sea beach.
You may also choose an optional excursion, such as a yacht trip with snorkeling, an island visit, or a desert safari by quad bike. Return to your hotel and enjoy your evening. Meals: Soft all-inclusive at the Hurghada hotel. Overnight: Hurghada.
Enjoy another relaxing day in Hurghada. Spend your time swimming, sunbathing, or enjoying the resort's facilities.
For a more adventurous experience, consider optional snorkeling or diving excursions to discover the colorful coral reefs and marine life of the Red Sea. Alternatively, enjoy a peaceful day at the beach or explore Hurghada's local shops and marina. Meals: Soft all-inclusive at the Hurghada hotel. Overnight: Hurghada.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and begin the road journey from Hurghada to Cairo. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you travel from the Red Sea coast through the Eastern Desert toward the capital.
Upon arrival in Cairo, transfer to your hotel and complete check-in. Enjoy your final evening in Egypt at leisure. Meals: Breakfast. Overnight: Cairo.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, subject to your flight schedule. Check out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your international departure. Your memorable Egypt journey comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast.
The package lasts 10 days and includes 9 nights: 3 nights in Cairo, 3 nights aboard a Nile cruise, and 3 nights in Hurghada, plus the final Cairo night. The correct accommodation breakdown is 2 Cairo nights at the beginning, 3 cruise nights, 3 Hurghada nights, and 1 final Cairo night.
You will spend two nights in Cairo at the beginning of the tour and one additional night before your international departure.
Yes. The package includes a three-night Nile cruise sailing from Aswan to Luxor, with visits to Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor's main attractions according to the cruise schedule.
You will take one domestic flight from Cairo to Aswan on Day 3 to begin your Nile cruise.
After completing your Luxor sightseeing, you will travel by private air-conditioned vehicle through the Eastern Desert to Hurghada. The journey usually takes around 4–5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
On Day 9, you will travel by road from Hurghada to Cairo, where you will spend your final night before departure.
Breakfast is included at the Cairo and Hurghada hotels, while the Nile cruise includes full-board meals. The Hurghada meal plan can be selected according to your preferred hotel package.
Yes. An optional Abu Simbel excursion can be arranged from Aswan, subject to the cruise embarkation schedule. It is best to arrange it before the cruise begins to avoid missing the ship.
Yes. Optional activities such as Orange Bay yacht trips, snorkeling, scuba diving, and desert safaris can be arranged during your three nights in Hurghada.
Yes. The itinerary combines guided historical sightseeing, a relaxing Nile cruise, and beach time in Hurghada, making it suitable for couples, families, and small groups.
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