9 Days / 8 Nights — Cairo, Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise & Hurghada

Arrival — Airport Pick-Up & Transfer

Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will meet you holding a sign board with your name[cite: 7]. Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo[cite: 7]. Overnight in Cairo.

08:30 AM — Hotel Pick-Up

Your Egyptologist guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to begin your day tour in a private A/C vehicle[cite: 7].

09:15 AM – 12:15 PM — Giza Pyramids & Great Sphinx

• Explore the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure[cite: 7].
• Visit the Panoramic Viewpoint and Khafre's Valley Temple[cite: 7].
• Stand face-to-face with the iconic Great Sphinx[cite: 7].

01:00 PM – 02:00 PM — Open Buffet Lunch

Enjoy a delicious open-buffet lunch at a high-quality local restaurant near the Giza Plateau[cite: 7].

02:00 PM – 05:30 PM — Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

• Explore the majestic statue of Ramses II and the Grand Staircase[cite: 7].
• Discover the main exhibition galleries filled with royal treasures[cite: 7].

06:00 PM — Transfer to Giza Railway Station

Transfer to Giza Railway Station to board the overnight sleeper train to Aswan[cite: 7]. Dinner and breakfast served on board[cite: 7].

Morning — Arrival & Aswan Sightseeing

• Meet & assist at Aswan Railway Station upon arrival[cite: 7].
• Philae Temple: Take a motorboat to Agilkia Island to visit the temple of Isis[cite: 7].
• High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk: Visit the landmark High Dam and the ancient granite quarries[cite: 7].

Afternoon — Board Nile Cruise & Felucca Ride

Transfer to board your 5★ Nile Cruise ship, check into your cabin, and enjoy lunch on board[cite: 7]. Afternoon traditional Felucca sailboat ride around Aswan islands[cite: 7]. Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan[cite: 7].

Early Morning (Optional Tour)

Early morning excursion by private A/C bus to visit the magnificent sun temples of King Ramses II & Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel.

Midday & Afternoon — Kom Ombo Temple

Lunch on board while sailing toward Kom Ombo[cite: 7]. Visit the unique dual Temple of Kom Ombo (dedicated to Sobek & Haroeris) and the Crocodile Museum[cite: 7].

Evening — Sail to Edfu

Enjoy afternoon tea on the sun deck while sailing toward Edfu[cite: 7]. Dinner on board with Egyptian Galabeya Party[cite: 7]. Overnight near Edfu[cite: 7].

Morning — Edfu Temple Visit

Horse carriage ride to visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu—the best-preserved temple in Egypt[cite: 7]. Return to the cruise and sail toward Luxor via Esna Lock[cite: 7].

Afternoon — Luxor East Bank Sightseeing

• Karnak Temple: Explore the immense Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive pillars[cite: 7].
• Luxor Temple: Tour the majestic ancient temple in the center of Luxor[cite: 7].

Evening — Dinner & Onboard Show

Dinner on board, evening entertainment show, and overnight in Luxor[cite: 7].

Early Morning (Optional Tour)

Drift over the Valley of the Kings, temples, and the Nile river at sunrise for breathtaking panoramic views.

Morning — West Bank Sightseeing & Cruise Check-Out

• Breakfast on board followed by disembarkation[cite: 7].
• Valley of the Kings: Explore 3 ancient pharaonic tombs[cite: 7].
• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: Visit Deir el-Bahari[cite: 7].
• Colossi of Memnon: Photo stop at the giant stone statues[cite: 7].

Afternoon — Private Transfer to Hurghada

Board your private air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic drive across the Eastern Desert to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast (approx. 4 hours). Check into your resort for overnight stay (Soft All-Inclusive).

Full Day — Relaxation on the Red Sea

Free day at your resort to enjoy the beach, swimming pools, and resort amenities on Soft All-Inclusive basis.

Optional Hurghada Excursions

• Giftun Island Snorkeling Boat Trip ($45/person): Includes lunch, snorkeling gear, and coral reef stops.
• Desert Quad Bike Safari & Bedouin Dinner ($40/person): Quad biking, camel riding, and Bedouin show.

Full Day — Beach & Leisure

Spend another relaxing day exploring Hurghada's crystalline waters, marina promenade, or taking advantage of optional water sports and spa treatments at the resort.

Check-Out & Airport Drop-Off

Breakfast at the resort, check-out, and private transfer to Hurghada International Airport (HRG) for your final departure flight home.