Duration: 7 nights.
Locations: Cairo, Luxor, Hurghada.
Overview
The Nile and the Red Sea 5★
This 7-night tour offers a combination of history and beach relaxation. Begin in Cairo, where you’ll explore the pyramids and the Sphinx, then travel to Luxor to visit the ancient temples and tombs. Finish your trip in Hurghada, where you can enjoy the Red Sea’s beautiful beaches with optional activities like snorkeling, desert safaris, and island visits. This tour is great for travelers looking to balance cultural exploration with seaside leisure.
Key Highlights:
- Discover the pyramids and the Great Sphinx in Cairo.
- Relax at a beach resort in Hurghada with optional activities like snorkeling, quad biking, and visiting Mahmya Island.
- Explore the historic temples of Luxor, including the Karnak and Luxor temples, the Valley of the Kings, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Cairo, one of the largest cities in the world located on both sides of the Nile, you will be greeted and assisted through entry formalities. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay.
After breakfast, visit the Giza plateau to explore the iconic pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the Great Sphinx. After lunch, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Luxor, where you will spend the night.
Begin the day with a visit to the Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex ever built, dedicated to the god Amun. It was constructed over 2000 years by the most important kings of Egypt. Afterward, visit the Luxor Temple, which was built to honor Amun-Rê and was the site of an annual procession celebrating his marriage to the goddess Mut. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel.
Cross the Nile to visit the Theban Necropolis on the west bank, where you will explore the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of many Pharaohs and a Queen. You'll also see the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Optional activity: Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, a unique structure partially carved into the mountain at Deir el-Bahari. Return to your hotel for the evening.
After breakfast, transfer to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast, where you will check in to your hotel. The afternoon is free for relaxation on the beach, with an all-inclusive meal plan.
Spend a day at leisure in Hurghada. You can opt for an excursion to Mahmya Island, a beautiful natural reserve with clear turquoise waters and coral reefs ideal for snorkeling. Lunch is included on the island, but drinks are not.
Another free day in Hurghada. Optional activity: Enjoy a desert safari by 4x4 vehicle, visiting a Bedouin camp, riding a quad bike, and enjoying a traditional Bedouin meal while watching a show under the stars.
Depending on your flight schedule, you will either fly back to Cairo on Day 7 or Day 8. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo and return home.
Inclusions
- The 8-day/7-night tour.
- 5-star hotel accommodation for 7 nights.
- Meals as per the program.
- Domestic flights as per the program.
- Round-trip transfers between the airport, hotels, and inter-hotel transfers.
- Sightseeing and visits as mentioned in the program.
- French-speaking Egyptologist guide for the entire stay
Exclusions
- International flights.
- Cancellation/assistance/multi-risk insurance.
- Drinks, personal expenses, and extras.
- Mandatory customary tips for guides and drivers.
- Visa and service fees (€70 per person, payable in cash upon arrival)
FAQs
The tours include all domestic flights, accommodations (cruise and hotels), full board meals during the Nile cruise, guided tours and excursions as mentioned in the program, transportation in air-conditioned vehicles, local Egyptologist guides, and airport assistance. Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations are included on the cruises.
Exclusions typically cover international flights, visa fees, personal expenses, optional excursions (like the visit to Abu Simbel), insurance, and tips for guides and drivers. Specific fees, such as visa service fees (between €70-€105), will need to be paid upon arrival in Egypt.
Yes, the itineraries can often be adjusted or extended to meet your preferences. You can opt to add more days in Cairo, Luxor, or extend your stay in Hurghada for more beach time.
Yes, these tours are family-friendly and offer a mix of educational and relaxing activities. Children can enjoy the historical sites as well as the beach time in Hurghada. However, some excursions, like Abu Simbel, may involve long travel times.
Visas can be obtained upon arrival in Egypt. The visa fee ranges between €70-€105 per person, depending on the tour, and can be paid in cash at the airport.
Optional excursions include visits to Abu Simbel, mini Nile cruises in Aswan, camel rides, snorkeling, and desert safaris in Hurghada. These can be arranged at an additional cost.
Transportation between cities is primarily by domestic flights (Cairo to Luxor/Aswan). Within each destination, air-conditioned vehicles or buses suited to the group size will be provided for transfers and excursions.
All meals are included during the Nile cruise, and breakfast is typically included with hotel stays in Cairo and Hurghada. Some packages also include lunch during excursions or free days.
The local currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP), but euros and US dollars are widely accepted. It’s a good idea to have local currency for smaller purchases, tips, and personal expenses. ATMs are also available in major cities.
Most hotels in Cairo and Hurghada offer free Wi-Fi, but coverage may be limited or slower on the Nile cruise. It’s recommended to purchase a local SIM card for better connectivity if needed.
