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18 Days Cairo, Hurghada & Nile Cruise

18 Days Cairo, Hurghada & Nile Cruise

★★★★★
18 Days Everyday

Tour Highlights

See all of Egypt’s main attractions in this 18 days tour. Visit the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, Then move to Luxor to visit Luxor Museum

Then move to visit Luxor temple & Karnak temple in the East bank. After that move to see Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of the Kings & Queens and enjoy visiting King Tut’s tomb which you will visit from inside. Also see the Philae temple & Nubian Village in Aswan.

Then move by car to Hurghada to enjoy an entertaining 5 Days before your final departure.

Tour Itinerary Description

Day 1: Cairo

Arrival to Cairo airport, Upon you arrival you will find our representative waiting you with the sign of Ramasside tours, then you will be transferred by A/C car to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: Cairo

Breakfast. Start your tour visiting the Egyptian Museum of antiquities, which houses more than 250,000 artifacts displaying a rare collection of Egyptian art spanning over 5,000 years. The museum features an exceptional range of antiquities, including statues, mummies, and priceless relics that reflect the richness of ancient Egyptian civilization, offering a fascinating insight into Egypt’s timeless heritage.

Visit the Great Pyramids – Cheops, Chephren & Mykerions & Sphinx. Back to the hotel & overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: Luxor cruise

Breakfast transfer to take the flight to Luxor. Arrival to Luxor then transfer to the Cruise. Embarkation. Lunch on board. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 4: Luxor East Bank tour

Breakfast on board. Visit The Temple of Karnak & the Temple of Luxor. Lunch on Board.– Excursion to the Luxor Temple to see its courtyard and the granite statues of Ramses the Great Proceed by bus to Karnak, which is a serious of temples built in different reigns.Starting by the Avenue of Sphinxes visit the Unfinished Propylon, the Hypostyle Hall with it’s 134 gigantic columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis III, the temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarbeus of Amenophis III and the Sacred Lake. Sail to Esna. Dinner on board. Overnight in Esna.

Day 5: Esna / Edfu

Breakfast on board. Visit The Temple of Esna. Sail to Edfu; visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Lunch on board. Sail to Kom Ombo. Afternoon Tea. Disco Party. Overnight in Kom Ombo.

Day 6: Aswan

Breakfast on board. Sail to Aswan. Start you tour visiting: The High Dam which was completed in 1964. From here you can gaze across Lake Nasser.

The Philae temple Sail by felucca (Egyptian sailboat) to the island of Agilkia. Visit the temple that was removed from their original island of Philae which lies submerged most of the year by the waters of Lake Nasser. The main Temple of Isis and its monuments were built between the 26th-dynasty and the Roman period. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 7: Aswan

Breakfast on board.

(Optional not included) Departure to visit the Temple of Abu Simbel, The colossal Temple of Abu Simbel built by Ramses II (XIXth. Dynasty) and lately saved from inundation of the Nile waters in among the glories of ancient Egyptian monuments.

The temples were built out of a sandstone rock cliff, and representation of the deities to which each was dedicated is carved on its huge façade. Nearby, also saved, lies the small Temple of the King’s wife Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Back to Aswan.

Sail on the Nile by Felucca around Kitchener’s Island and Agha Khan Mausoleum. Lunch on board. Afternoon Tea. Dinner on board. Games Party. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 8: Kom Ombo

Breakfast. Sail to Kom Ombo. Visit The Temple of Kom Ombo. Lunch on board. Sail to Edfu. Afternoon Tea. Dinner on board. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 9: Luxor West Bank Tour

Breakfast on board. Visit the West Bank- the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon facing the Nile.

Excursion to the Necropolis of Thebes, on the Eastern bank. Crossing the Nile, drive to the Valley of Kings; visit the tombs of various Dynasties, The Temple of Deir El Bahari.

On the return journey stop at the Colossi of Memnon which are two gigantic sitting statues representing Amenopis III facing the Nile. Then visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Lunch on Board. Afternoon Tea. Dinner on board. Disco Party. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 10: Disembarkation

Breakfast on board. Disembarkation.

(Optional) Hot Balloon: Should you want to make your stay in Luxor an unforgettable. Drifting peacefully over the Valley of King, Valley of the Queens and the Mountain on the Nobles.The flight is approximately 30:45 minutes depend on the weatherTransfer to the hotel & overnight in Luxor.

Day 11: Luxor free day

Breakfast. Free day.

(Optional) Arrival and transfer to visit Abydos, the ancient Egyptian believed of god (Lord of the underworld) to be buried there. The temple was built by King Seti I, and completed by King Ramsess II, known as temple of Seti I.It is located in Abydos city about 420 km to the south of Cairo in Sohag Government, and 135 km from Luxor.The paintings of the Gods and Pharaohs on the walls of the Osiris Temple at Abydos are among the most beautifully preserved in Egypt. Then continue to Dandara to visit the Temple of Hathor, goddess of love and joy. The temple is located in Dandara which is situated at the north of Luxor. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 12: Luxor - Hurghada

Breakfast. Departure by A/C car to Hurghada, Arrival, and transfer to your hotel.Overnight in Hurghada.

Day 13: El Gouna / Hurghada

Breakfast. Free day.Overnight in Hurghada.

Day 14: El Gouna / Hurghada

Breakfast. Free day.Overnight in Hurghada.

Day 15: El Gouna / Hurghada

Breakfast. Free day.Overnight in Hurghada.

Day 16: Hurghada – Cairo

Breakfast, Departure by flight to Cairo, Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Cairo

Day 17: Cairo free day

Breakfast. Free day.

(Optional) Evening trip to attend the Sound & Light show in the Pyramids area.Overnight in Cairo.

Day 18: Cairo - Departure

Breakfast at the hotel our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you at the airport through final departure formalities.

Includes

4 Nights hotel accommodation in Cairo on bed and breakfast basis.2 Nights hotel accommodation in Luxor on bed and breakfast basis.4 Nights hotel accommodation in Hurghada on bed and breakfast basis.7 Nights on Cruise board (Luxor & Aswan) full board (sightseeing included).All transfers in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan.All your tours and excursions are by an A/C vehicle.Expert tour guide.The service of meet and assist at all your destinations.All your visits include entrance fees.Our prices include all taxes and services.Domestic flights: Cairo / Luxor & Hurghda / Cairo.

Excludes

Visa Entry for Egypt. (We can provide you with your visa upon arrival at your request)International Flights.Personal items.Tipping.Any other items not mentioned.Any Optional tours.Drinks during meals.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Everyday

Accommodation Plans & Price Variations

Hotel ratings in Egypt differ from USA/Europe. We always recommend our Luxury or Ultimate Luxury options for international-standard comfort.

Plan A
5-Star Standard Hotels & Rating Tiers
★★★★★
Star Rating Options
Cairo:Le Méridien - Steigenberger Pyramids- Ramses Hilton- Helnan - Barcelo Pyramids- Pyramisa Luxor: Steigenberger Nile. Nile cruises: MS Emilio, MS Radamis, MS Princess, MS Sara
Rate Category / Room Occupancy 3 Stars 4 Stars 5 Stars
Price per person in DBL / TRPL Room $3365 $3430 $3560
Solo Traveler $5385 $5485 $5695
Christmas & Easter — DBL / TRPL Room $4035 $4115 $4270
Christmas & Easter — Solo Traveler $6460 $6580 $6835
Plan B
Luxury Hotels
★★★★★+
⭐ Recommended
Cairo: Kempinski - Fairmont Cairo - Hilton Curnrad -Marriott Sheraton- Hilton Golf pyramids Luxor: Hilton - Sonesta St. George. Nile Cruises: MS Amwaj Nile Cruise, MS Nile Premium, MS Bule shadow, MS Jaz Jubilee, Crown Emperor, Steigenberger.
Rate Category / Room Occupancy All Year Round ($) Christmas & Easter ($)
Price per person in DBL room $6290 $7550
Solo Traveler $10065 $12075
Plan C
Ultimate Luxury Flagship
★★★★★★
👑 VIP Elite
Cairo: Four Seasons -Marriott Mena House - Kempinski Nile Deluxe - Fairmont Nile Premium - Hyatt Regency Luxor: Sofitel Winter Palace. Nile cruises: Sanctuary Sun Boat – Oberoi Cruises – Movenpick Royal Cruises - Sonesta Cruises - Le Fayan - Ms Farah -MS Acamar
Rate Category / Room Occupancy All Year Round ($) Christmas & Easter ($)
Price per person in DBL room $9670 $11605
Solo Traveler $15470 $18565

Trip Notes

Children Policy
0-2 years: Free of charge (unless flights included). 2-6 years: 25% of tour price. 6-12 years: 50% of tour price. 12+: Full adult price.
Payment Policy
We accept Visa, MasterCard, CIB bank transfer, wire transfer & Bitcoin. Tour prices are in USD but can be paid in Euro or GBP.
Visa Service
We provide visa upon arrival service. Skip queues and have your visa prepared by our rep. Valid if you hold a Schengen, USA, or UK visa.
High Season Dates
Christmas: Dec 15 – Jan 7. Easter: Mar 20 – Apr 20. School Midterm: Oct 20–31. Check-in 14:00, Check-out 12:00.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend travel insurance. AIG Travel Guard available: 1 week ($25/person), over 1 week ($50/person).
Cruise Schedule
Sailing times may vary due to Nile conditions. All sights will still be covered, possibly in a different order. Domestic flight timings are approximate.

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