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Egypt · Package
12 Days Cairo and Hurghada with Nile Cruise
About 12 Days Cairo and Hurghada with Nile Cruise
Start your adventure exploring the top sights of Egypt all in one trip. Begin in Cairo, where you’ll marvel at the Pyramids, visit the Egyptian Museum, explore Khan El Khalili, and more. Then, hop on a domestic flight to Aswan, where you’ll board a Nile Cruise and discover the majestic attractions of Egypt between Aswan and Luxor. Finally, unwind with a relaxing beach getaway in Hurghada along the stunning Red Sea coast.
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🏨✨ Accommodation & Pricing (September to April)
- Below prices not applicable during Christmas, New Year, or Easter
| Room Type | 4★ Hotel + Standard Cruise | 5★ Hotel + Deluxe Cruise |
|---|---|---|
| 👤 Double Room | $2310 Per Person | $2410 Per Person |
| 🚶 Single Room | $3730 | $3930 |
⭐ 4-Star Hotels & Standard Nile Cruise:
- Cairo Hotel: Cairo Pyramids – Barcelo Cairo – Triumph Plaza or similar.
- Cruise: Magic Nile Cruise – Radamis II Nile Cruise or similar
- Hurghada Hotel: The Boutique – Coral Beach – Mercure Hurghada or similar
🌟 5-Star Hotels & Deluxe Nile Cruise:
- Cairo Hotel: Safir Hotel Cairo – Hilton Golf Pyramids – Steigenberger Pyramids, or similar.
- Cruise:Solares I Nile Cruise – Radamis I Nile Cruise – Esmeralda Nile Cruise or similar
- Hurghada Hotel: The Boutique – Coral Beach – Mercure Hurghada or similar
📌 Important Notes:
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Day by day
01 Day 1:Arrival Cairo
Arrive at Cairo International Airport where you will be greeted and assisted by our tour manager. You will be escorted to your hotel for check-in and to review your itinerary.
Overnight in Cairo.
02 Day 2: Pyramids and Sakkara Tours
After breakfast, your tour will begin with a visit to the famous Pyramids of Giza, including the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Pyramid of Chephren, and the Pyramid of Mykerinus. You'll also have the chance to visit the enigmatic Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Afterward, drive to Sakkara, the site of the ancient Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of the oldest stone structures in the world. Explore the vast Sakkara necropolis and learn about the history of this fascinating site. You’ll return to your hotel an overnight stay in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
03 Day 3: Cairo City Tour
After breakfast, proceed to visit the Egyptian Museum to admire ancient Egyptian treasures and mummies. Then visit the famous bazaar of Khan El Khalili for shopping and enjoy local life.
Back to hotel and overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
04 Day 4: Nile Cruise – Aswan
Transfer to Cairo Airport for a flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, enjoy a Nile Cruise check-in and a visit to the High Dam and Philae Temple. Dinner aboard the cruise, with an overnight stay in Cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
05 Day 5: Nile Cruise – Edfu
The cruise continues to Edfu, where you will visit the stunning Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Dinner aboard the cruise and overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
06 Day 6: Nile Cruise – Luxor West Bank
After breakfast, visit Luxor's West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Dinner on the cruise.
Overnight on board Cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
07 Day 7: Luxor East Bank – Transfer to Hurghada
In the morning, visit Luxor's East Bank, where you will explore the Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple. Afterward, transfer by car to Hurghada (approximately 4 hours). Enjoy the evening at leisure.
Overnight in Hurghada.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
08 Day 8: Hurghada – Open Day
Spend a relaxing day at your leisure, either exploring Hurghada's beautiful beaches or enjoying optional activities like water sports or diving. Overnight in Hurghada.
Meals: Breakfast.
09 Day 9: Hurghada – Open Day
Enjoy another free day to relax or engage in optional activities. Explore the local area, visit shops, or unwind by the beach. Overnight in Hurghada.
Meals: Breakfast
10 Day 10: Cairo – Open Day
Travel back to Cairo for a day of relaxation or optional activities. Visit other landmarks or take some free time for shopping.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast.
11 Day 11: Islamic and Coptic Cairo Tour
Explore Islamic Cairo, visiting the Citadel, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and ancient markets. Then proceed to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, St. Sergius, and other historical sites of the Christian community.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
12 Day 12: Departure
After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast.
What's in the price, and what isn't
Included
- Meet and Assist service at the Airport.
- All Transfers by a private A/C vehicle.
- Accommodation for 5 nights in Cairo with breakfast.
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Hurghada with breakfast.
- Accommodation for 3 nights on a 5* Cruise on full board.
- Domestic Flights (Cairo to Aswan - Hurghada to Cairo)
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
- English-speaking tour guide during the visits.
- Bottled water during the visits.
- All service charges and taxes.
Not included
- Entry Visa to Egypt
- Any Optional tours.
- All personal Expenses.
- Tipping (Recommend).
Asked and answered
How much will it cost to tour Egypt?
The cost of touring Egypt depends on the type of experience you want. Budget travelers can spend as little as $50 to $100 per day, while luxury tours may range between $200 and $400 daily. At Egy Vacations, we offer customized packages, starting from affordable group tours to exclusive private adventures
Is it safe to tour Egypt now?
Yes, Egypt is safe to visit! The government prioritizes the safety of tourists, and popular areas such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts are secure and welcoming. With Egy Vacations, we ensure a smooth and worry-free experience from the moment you arrive.
How many days do you need to tour Egypt?
For a comprehensive experience, 7 to 10 days is ideal. This allows you to explore Cairo, the Pyramids, Luxor, and Aswan, and even enjoy some relaxation by the Red Sea. Shorter itineraries of 3–5 days can also cover key highlights, perfect for travelers with limited time.
Which month is best to visit Egypt?
The best time to visit Egypt is during the cooler months, from October to April. This period offers pleasant weather, perfect for sightseeing at the Pyramids and the ancient temples of Upper Egypt.
Is Egypt safe for female tourists?
Absolutely. Female tourists will find Egypt to be safe, especially if they respect local customs and dress modestly in more conservative areas. Joining guided tours like those offered by Egy Vacations adds an extra layer of safety and convenience.
Is Egypt cheap or expensive?
Egypt is generally affordable, especially compared to many other popular tourist destinations. While luxury experiences and accommodations can be costly, local food, transportation, and sightseeing are budget-friendly. At Egy Vacations, we aim to deliver unforgettable experiences within your budget.
Why book with us
Licensed, local, andone WhatsApp away.
We are not a marketplace reselling someone else's tours. The consultant who plans your itinerary is the same person who answers when you message from Luxor at midnight.
Our own guides
Licensed Egyptologists lead every excursion, named in your confirmation, working for us rather than for a subcontractor.
Private by default
No group fillers and no shopping stops. Your party, your pace, and a day that can be rewritten the night before.
One itemised price
Entrance fees, transfers, taxes and internal flights sit inside the quote. Nothing is added at the temple gate.
Nothing to pay to enquire
A full day-by-day itinerary costs you nothing, and a 30% deposit is the first money that changes hands.
24/7 while you travel
One number, answered in Egypt, for the whole trip — not a call centre in another time zone.
Real travellers
5.0 on TripAdvisor,4.9 on Google.
Every quote is a real one, posted under the traveller's own name.
What a great team!
They helped me plan my day and arranged for an Egyptologist and driver to take me to all these places.
Had a great time
Thanks to well organised sightseeing and tour guide Ahmed who was professional and pleasant.
It was the best choice ever
We trusted EgyVacations for our trip to Egypt… They made our trip anxiety free, they solve every problem from our arrival to the airport till our departure.
How to book
Four steps, andno online checkout anywhere.
You talk to a travel consultant, they build your trip, and you only confirm when the itinerary is right.
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Tell us your dates
Your travel month, group size and what you'd like to see. Two minutes on the form, or a message on WhatsApp.
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Get an itinerary and quote
A consultant writes your day-by-day plan with hotels, guides and transfers, priced in your currency. Free, and yours to keep.
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Confirm when it's right
Adjust it as many times as you like. Nothing is booked and nothing is charged until you say the itinerary is right.
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Travel with support
You're met at the airport, and your consultant stays reachable 24/7 for the whole trip — the same person, not a call centre.
Good to know
Travel tips from the peoplewho run the trips.
Pick a question on the left. We answer it the way we would answer it on the phone — with the numbers, and with what we would actually do.
When to go
The comfortable half of the year runs October to April: 20–28 °C in Luxor and Aswan, which is what open-deck sailing and three hours inside a temple actually require.
Daytime20–28 °C
CrowdsPeak Nov–Feb
PricesHighest Dec–Jan
- March and April keep the weather and lose the crowds — the best value window.
- June to August is much cheaper, but afternoons pass 42 °C and excursions run at dawn.
- Christmas and New Year need a 50% deposit, because the cruisers ask us for one too.
Our tip
Book three to four months out for November to February. For a dahabiya, make it four — they carry twelve people and the good cabins go first.
Visas and entry
Most nationalities — US, UK, EU, Australian and Canadian included — get a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, or online as an e-Visa before they fly.
VisaOn arrival
CostUS$25
Valid30 days
- Your passport needs six months’ validity from the day you land.
- The e-Visa is worth doing if you land late — it saves the queue at the bank window.
- We meet you before passport control and handle the paperwork with you.
Our tip
Carry the $25 in cash. The visa window at Cairo takes dollars and gives change in Egyptian pounds, and the card machine is not always working.
Money and tipping
Hotels, cruisers and restaurants take Visa and Mastercard. Markets, tips and small cafés are cash. We quote in US dollars and can invoice in EUR, GBP or AUD.
CardsHotels & cruisers
CashMarkets & tips
QuotesUS dollars
- Tipping is customary, never obligatory, and never inside your price.
- As a guide: $8–10 a day for your guide, $5 for your driver.
- Small notes are worth more than large ones — change is scarce everywhere.
Our tip
Change a little at the airport and the rest at your hotel. Street exchange offices quote well and pay badly.
What to pack
Light cotton for the days, one layer for the evenings, and shoes you can walk a temple in. Everything else you can buy here for less than you paid at home.
DaysLight cotton
EveningsOne warm layer
SitesClosed shoes
- Shoulders and knees covered for mosques — a scarf does the job for both.
- A hat and high-factor sun cream matter more than anything else on this list.
- Deck evenings on the Nile get genuinely cool from December to February.
Our tip
Leave room in the case. Cotton, spices and a hand-made galabeya cost a fraction of the airport price in Khan El Khalili, and your guide will tell you the real one.
Getting around
Cairo to Luxor is an hour by air and ten by road, so almost every itinerary flies it. Between Luxor and Aswan the river is the road, and your room moves with you.
Cairo → Luxor1 hour, by air
Luxor → Aswan3–4 nights
TransfersAll included
- Every transfer, domestic flight and entrance fee sits inside your quote.
- A private car and driver waits for you — no taxis, no haggling, no surprises.
- The sleeper train exists and we will book it, but it is slower and not cheaper.
Our tip
Sail Luxor to Aswan rather than the reverse if you can choose. You go upstream against the current, which means slower, longer afternoons on deck.