An 11-day itinerary that combines Cairo sightseeing with a four-night Nile cruise, a short Red Sea stay in Hurghada and domestic flights linking Cairo, Hurghada and Aswan.
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Pyramids and Nile cruise Egypt: Overview
Overview
This 11-day programme links Cairo’s greatest ancient monuments with a paced journey along the Nile and a short stay on the Red Sea.
The route is arranged as a sequence of day-by-day visits that open in Cairo with the Giza Plateau and surrounding archaeological sites, move on to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada, continue through Upper Egypt by road and river to Luxor and Aswan, and conclude with return connections through Cairo.
Daily sequence at a glance
Day One presents a welcome evening in Cairo. Day Two focuses on Giza and nearby sites: the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, the Grand Egyptian Museum and Saqqara’s Step Pyramid.
Day Three is listed as the transfer to Hurghada. Day Four offers a snorkeling excursion on the Red Sea. On Day Five the journey continues toward Luxor with visits to the east-bank temples of Karnak and Luxor.
Day Six explores Luxor’s west bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. Day Seven calls at Edfu and Kom Ombo, and Day Eight is reserved for the Abu Simbel temples.
Day Nine covers Aswan highlights such as the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple, alongside a scheduled flight back to Cairo.
Day Ten returns to Old Cairo with visits to the Egyptian Museum, the Hanging Church, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Al-Muizz Street and the Khan El Khalili bazaar. Day Eleven marks the end of the eleven-day programme and departures home.
Key sites and why they matter
The itinerary centres on sites that span Egypt’s long history. The Giza Pyramids Complex and the Great Pyramid of Khufu are presented as the most iconic of the Old Kingdom monuments, joined on the plateau by the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple.
Saqqara’s Step Pyramid at Djoser represents an earlier phase of royal burial architecture.
In Cairo’s museum displays and in the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization visitors encounter objects and royal mummies that trace continuity from prehistoric times through the Pharaonic, Coptic and Islamic eras.
Old Cairo’s Hanging Church and Al-Muizz Street illustrate Coptic and medieval Islamic urban fabric, while Khan El Khalili retains the atmosphere of a centuries-old market quarter.
Upper Egypt’s major religious and funerary sites are also central. Karnak and Luxor temples document millennia of temple-building and royal ritual; the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut’s temple reflect New Kingdom burial and mortuary practice.
The Colossi of Memnon remain as monumental guardians of the Theban necropolis.
Further downstream, Aswan’s High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk speak to ancient and modern interactions with local stone and river engineering, and Philae Temple stands as a late Ptolemaic refuge for the cult of Isis.
The rock-cut Abu Simbel temples, carved under Ramesses II, are among the programme’s most monumental highlights.
Pace and practical expectations
The schedule combines full-day archaeological excursions with shorter visits on river days and a leisure-focused stop on the Red Sea coast, where snorkeling is included in the outlined activities.
Several days pack multiple sites into a single day, especially around Cairo and Luxor, so the rhythm alternates busy sightseeing with lighter travel segments between regions.
What is noted as excluded
The record specifies a number of exclusions to be aware of, including tipping, the Egypt entry visa, personal expenses and international airfare. Any additional items not listed among the itinerary elements are also excluded.
This eleven-day route is designed for travellers seeking a structured passage through Egypt’s most renowned monuments while adding sea time on the Red Sea and a multi-day Nile passage through Upper Egypt’s principal sites.
Use this Pyramids and Nile cruise Egypt overview to understand the pace, destinations and key experiences before you travel.
The Pyramids and Nile cruise Egypt combines the confirmed stops in one practical route; check the inclusions and exclusions carefully before booking.
The Pyramids and Nile cruise Egypt Itinerary
Day 1: Day One:Welcome to The Wonderful Land of Civilization and Culture
Arrival day in Cairo with an included dinner. The schedule notes an overnight stay in Cairo.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Day Two:Tour to The Pyramids and The Gem
Full day of Cairo-area sightseeing. Visit the Giza Pyramids Complex including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Giza Sphinx and the adjacent Valley Temple. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum and then to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of King Djoser.
Meals: Lunch
Day 3: Day Three:Fly to Hurghada
Domestic flight from Cairo to Hurghada as specified in the itinerary. Arrival in Hurghada for the scheduled stay on the Red Sea.
Day 4: Day Four:Snorkeling Excursion in Hurghada
A full-day snorkeling excursion in Hurghada on the Red Sea is included in the programme.
Day 5: Day Five:Travel to Luxor – Visit Luxor East Bank Attractions
Travel from Hurghada to Luxor and visit the east bank temples, including Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
Day 6: Day Six:Explore Luxor West Bank Attractions
Visit Luxor’s west bank sites: the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple (Deir el-Bahari) and the Colossi of Memnon.
Day 7: Day Seven:Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo
On the Nile cruise route, visit the temple at Edfu and the double temple complex at Kom Ombo.
Day 8: Day Eight:Visit Abu Simbel
Visit the Abu Simbel Temples, the rock-cut monuments constructed during the reign of Ramses II.
Day 9: Day Nine:Visit Aswan Highlights – Fly to Cairo
Explore Aswan highlights including the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple. The day includes lunch and finishes with the scheduled flight from Aswan to Cairo.
Meals: Lunch
Day 10: Day Ten:Discover Old Cairo Attractions
Visit central Cairo attractions: the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, the Hanging Church and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC). Walk along Al Muizz Street and visit Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Lunch is included on this day.
Meals: Lunch
Day 11: Day Eleven:End Your 11 Days Exceptional Vacation in Egypt – Fly Back Home
Departure day. Transfer to the airport for international flights home from Cairo.
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What Is Included
- Four nights accommodation in Cairo at a 5* hotel.
- Two nights accommodation in Hurghada at a 5* hotel.
- Four nights accommodation aboard a 5* Nile cruise.
- Choice of professional tour guides in English, Spanish or French.
- Domestic flights: Cairo–Hurghada and Aswan–Cairo.
- Assistance at Cairo International Airport.
- Private air-conditioned transfers during the tour.
- Private guided tours to the sites listed in the itinerary with entrance fees included.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary.
- All taxes and charges.
What Is Not Included
- Tipping.
- Egypt entry visa.
- Personal expenses.
- International airfare.
- Any items not specifically mentioned as included.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pyramids and Nile cruise Egypt
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What is included in the package?
Included are specified nights in Cairo, Hurghada and a Nile cruise, domestic flights (Cairo–Hurghada and Aswan–Cairo), airport assistance in Cairo, private AC transfers, guided tours and entrance fees for the sites listed, and meals mentioned in the itinerary.
Are international flights included?
No. International airfare is excluded from the package.
Which domestic flights are part of the itinerary?
The itinerary includes domestic flights from Cairo to Hurghada and from Aswan back to Cairo.
Are guides provided during the tour?
Yes. The programme offers professional guided services in English, Spanish and French.
Are entrance fees to archaeological sites included?
Yes. Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary are included.
Does the trip include any Red Sea activities?
Yes. The itinerary includes a snorkeling excursion in Hurghada.
What accommodations are provided?
The package includes four nights in Cairo at a 5* hotel, two nights in Hurghada at a 5* hotel, and four nights aboard a 5* Nile cruise.
Are visas and tipping included?
No. The Egypt entry visa and tipping are not included in the package price.
Which major ancient sites are visited in Luxor?
Visits in Luxor include Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the east bank, and the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon on the west bank.
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Overview
Overview
This 11-day programme links Cairo’s greatest ancient monuments with a paced journey along the Nile and a short stay on the Red Sea. The route is arranged as a sequence of day-by-day visits that open in Cairo with the Giza Plateau and surrounding archaeological sites, move on to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada, continue through Upper Egypt by road and river to Luxor and Aswan, and conclude with return connections through Cairo.
Daily sequence at a glance
Day One presents a welcome evening in Cairo. Day Two focuses on Giza and nearby sites: the Giza Pyramids Complex, the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, the Grand Egyptian Museum and Saqqara’s Step Pyramid.
Day Three is listed as the transfer to Hurghada. Day Four offers a snorkeling excursion on the Red Sea. On Day Five the journey continues toward Luxor with visits to the east-bank temples of Karnak and Luxor.
Day Six explores Luxor’s west bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. Day Seven calls at Edfu and Kom Ombo, and Day Eight is reserved for the Abu Simbel temples.
Day Nine covers Aswan highlights such as the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple, alongside a scheduled flight back to Cairo. Day Ten returns to Old Cairo with visits to the Egyptian Museum, the Hanging Church, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Al-Muizz Street and the Khan El Khalili bazaar. Day Eleven marks the end of the eleven-day programme and departures home.
Key sites and why they matter
The itinerary centres on sites that span Egypt’s long history. The Giza Pyramids Complex and the Great Pyramid of Khufu are presented as the most iconic of the Old Kingdom monuments, joined on the plateau by the Great Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Saqqara’s Step Pyramid at Djoser represents an earlier phase of royal burial architecture.
In Cairo’s museum displays and in the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization visitors encounter objects and royal mummies that trace continuity from prehistoric times through the Pharaonic, Coptic and Islamic eras. Old Cairo’s Hanging Church and Al-Muizz Street illustrate Coptic and medieval Islamic urban fabric, while Khan El Khalili retains the atmosphere of a centuries-old market quarter.
Upper Egypt’s major religious and funerary sites are also central. Karnak and Luxor temples document millennia of temple-building and royal ritual; the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut’s temple reflect New Kingdom burial and mortuary practice. The Colossi of Memnon remain as monumental guardians of the Theban necropolis.
Further downstream, Aswan’s High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk speak to ancient and modern interactions with local stone and river engineering, and Philae Temple stands as a late Ptolemaic refuge for the cult of Isis. The rock-cut Abu Simbel temples, carved under Ramesses II, are among the programme’s most monumental highlights.
Pace and practical expectations
The schedule combines full-day archaeological excursions with shorter visits on river days and a leisure-focused stop on the Red Sea coast, where snorkeling is included in the outlined activities. Several days pack multiple sites into a single day, especially around Cairo and Luxor, so the rhythm alternates busy sightseeing with lighter travel segments between regions.
What is noted as excluded
The record specifies a number of exclusions to be aware of, including tipping, the Egypt entry visa, personal expenses and international airfare. Any additional items not listed among the itinerary elements are also excluded.
This eleven-day route is designed for travellers seeking a structured passage through Egypt’s most renowned monuments while adding sea time on the Red Sea and a multi-day Nile passage through Upper Egypt’s principal sites.
Trip Highlights
- Visit the Giza Pyramids Complex and the Great Sphinx on the Giza Plateau.
- Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Saqqara Step Pyramid near Cairo.
- Two nights in Hurghada with a Red Sea snorkeling excursion.
- Four nights aboard a Nile cruise calling at Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan.
- See Luxor's Karnak and Luxor Temples and the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank.
- Visit the monumental Abu Simbel Temples near Aswan.
- Aswan highlights including the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple.
- Discover Old Cairo sites: the Egyptian Museum, the Hanging Church, NMEC, Al Muizz Street and Khan El Khalili.
