About this trip
Ten days moving through Egypt's major ancient sites, from the pyramids at Giza to the temples along the Nile, finishing with beach time on the Red Sea. You're based in Cairo, then spend three nights on a Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor, before winding down in Hurghada.
This is a fully guided trip pitched at families and groups, staying in 5-star accommodation throughout, so the history-heavy days are balanced with comfort and some proper downtime by the sea.
What you'll do
- See the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, and visit the Grand Egyptian Museum
- Explore Islamic Cairo, including the Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Mohammed Ali and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Sail the Nile for three nights aboard a deluxe cruiser, stopping at Philae, Edfu and Kom Ombo temples
- Visit Luxor and Karnak temples, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's temple and the Colossi of Memnon
- Wind down with leisure days on the Red Sea coast in Hurghada
- A mix of sightseeing-heavy days in Cairo and Luxor with slower beach days in Hurghada
- Fully guided throughout, with 5-star accommodation and a Nile cruise included
- Suits families and groups looking for a well-paced introduction to Egypt's ancient sites
Worth it if you want Egypt's highlights packed tight with genuinely knowledgeable guides. Think twice if you need clear upfront pricing on transport and prefer slower pacing.
- Multiple guides consistently praised as knowledgeable and personable; Ahmed, Hazem, Sohaila stood out for beating crowds and organising efficiently.
- Transport between Hurghada and Cairo sold as public bus but solo travellers ended up paying cash last-minute for flights at double the price.
- Advance tips collected by tour operator rarely reached staff; guides and drivers denied receiving them despite being marked as pre-paid.
- Itinerary is genuinely fast-paced; one reviewer lost a whole day due to flight timing, another found excursions squeezed tight to fit everything in.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Cairo · 21 Jul – 22 Jul
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