8 Day Private Egypt Tour Cairo Nile Cruise Hurghada with Flights

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
VIP Arrival in Cairo and Hotel Check-In
1 stop
Cairo (Pass by)
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, meet our representative who will assist you with your arrival and escort you to your private air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your 5-star hotel in Cairo or Giza. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free to relax and prepare for your Egypt adventure.
Day 2
Private Pyramids, Sphinx, Gem and Luxury Lunch
3 stops
1
Giza Necropolis
Meet your private Egyptologist guide and explore the legendary Giza Plateau. See the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, and enjoy panoramic views of the entire complex. Your guide will share the fascinating history and secrets of ancient Egypt.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
2
Great Sphinx
Continue to the Great Sphinx, one of Egypt’s most iconic monuments. Discover the history of this mysterious guardian with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, and visit the nearby Valley Temple.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
3
Grand Egyptian Museum
Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum with your private Egyptologist guide and discover an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian treasures. Explore impressive galleries, monumental statues, and artifacts spanning thousands of years of Egyptian history
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Fly to Aswan, Philae Temple and Nile Cruise
4 stops
Cairo (Pass by)
After breakfast, private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin your Aswan sightseeing.
4
Aswan High Dam
Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects. Enjoy views over Lake Nasser while your guide explains the dam’s role in controlling the Nile and generating electricity.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
5
Temple of Philae
Travel by motorboat to Philae Temple, beautifully located on an island in the Nile. Explore the impressive sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis and learn how the temple was relocated to protect it from rising waters.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Aswan (Pass by)
Nile Cruise Check-in After sightseeing, transfer to your 5-star Nile Cruise and check in. Enjoy lunch on board and relax as your Nile journey begins.
Day 4
Optional Abu Simbel and Kom Ombo Temple
3 stops
6
Abu Simbel Temples
Travel early in the morning to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most impressive ancient sites. Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Queen Nefertari before returning to Aswan. ( With Group ) If the traveler does not select Abu Simbel, they can enjoy a relaxed morning on board the cruise
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Aswan (Pass by)
Return to the cruise and enjoy lunch on board as the ship begins sailing toward Kom Ombo.
7
Temple of Kom Ombo
Visit the unique riverside Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Explore its beautifully preserved reliefs and learn about ancient Egyptian beliefs, medicine, and daily life. After the visit, return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Edfu.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Edfu Temple, Nile Sailing and Luxor Temple
3 stops
8
Temple of Horus
Visit the impressive Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Explore its monumental entrance, courtyards, halls, and detailed reliefs while your Egyptologist guide explains the fascinating history of the site. Transportation between the cruise and Edfu Temple will be arranged according to the cruise schedule , typically by horse-drawn carriage
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Edfu (Pass by)
Nile Cruise Sailing to Luxor Return to the cruise and enjoy breakfast and lunch on board while sailing toward Luxor through the Esna area. Relax on deck and enjoy views of the Nile, villages, farmland, and desert scenery along the route.
9
Luxor Temple
In the late afternoon or evening, visit magnificent Luxor Temple with your private Egyptologist guide. Walk among its giant statues, columns, courtyards, and ancient reliefs, and experience the temple beautifully illuminated after sunset when the cruise schedule allows. After the visit, return to the Nile Cruise for dinner and your final night on board.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple and Transfer to Hurghada
7 stops
10
Start the day with an optional sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor’s West Bank, with unforgettable views of temples, farmland, desert, and the Nile. Travelers who do not select the balloon can enjoy breakfast on board before disembarkation.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Luxor (Pass by)
Disembark from the Nile Cruise After breakfast, check out from your 5-star Nile Cruise and meet your private Egyptologist guide. Your luggage will remain safely with the vehicle during sightseeing.
11
Valley of the Kings
Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, burial place of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs. Enter selected royal tombs and admire beautifully preserved wall paintings while your Egyptologist guide explains the history and beliefs surrounding the ancient Egyptian afterlife. Important: Standard entrance to the Valley of the Kings is included. Special tombs requiring separate tickets are not included unless specifically stated.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
12
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Visit the spectacular mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Built dramatically against the limestone cliffs, the temple is one of the architectural masterpieces of ancient Egypt and tells the story of one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket included
13
Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the enormous Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues that once guarded the entrance to the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
14
Temple of Karnak
Explore the vast Karnak Temple Complex with your private Egyptologist guide. Walk through the monumental Hypostyle Hall, see towering columns, obelisks, sacred lakes, and impressive ancient reliefs in one of Egypt’s greatest archaeological sites.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Hurghada (Pass by)
Private Transfer – Luxor to Hurghada After completing your Luxor sightseeing, depart for Hurghada in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Driving time: Approximately 4–5 hours depending on traffic and road conditions. Arrive at your 5-star Red Sea resort, check in, and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 7
Red Sea Boat Cruise, Snorkeling and Beach Relaxation
2 stops
15
Hurghada Marina
After breakfast at your Hurghada resort, you will be picked up and transferred to the marina to begin your Red Sea experience. Cruise across the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea and enjoy a relaxing day of swimming, snorkeling, and beautiful coastal scenery. Stop at selected snorkeling locations to discover colorful coral reefs and marine life with assistance from the boat crew. The experience include Red Sea boat cruise Snorkeling stops Swimming Coral reef viewing Beach or island stop depending on the daily program Snorkeling equipment Lunch on board Soft drinks and water Private transfers are included. The Red Sea boat excursion may be shared with other travelers
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Hurghada (Pass by)
Return to Hurghada Resort In the afternoon, return to the marina and transfer back to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure by the pool or beach.
Day 8
Hurghada to Cairo Flight and Departure
2 stops
Hurghada (Pass by)
Morning – Breakfast and Hotel Check-out Enjoy breakfast at your 5-star resort in Hurghada. After check-out, meet our representative for your private transfer to Hurghada International Airport. Domestic Flight – Hurghada to Cairo Fly from Hurghada to Cairo on an included domestic flight. Flight: Hurghada → Cairo Economy-class ticket: Included Flight timing will be arranged according to availability and the traveler’s international departure schedule whenever possible.
Cairo (Pass by)
Arrival in Cairo Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, receive assistance with your onward international departure. If your international flight departs later in the day, waiting time or additional arrangements can be organized depending on the confirmed flight schedule. Travelers should provide their international departure flight details in advance so the domestic Hurghada-to-Cairo flight can be arranged accordingly. Flight schedules are subject to airline availability and may require waiting time at Cairo Airport.

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available

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