12 days in the Pyramids, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada

The itinerary of 12 days in the Pyramids, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada package

Day 1:Arrival Cairo

Welcome to Cairo, Egypt (Around The Clock)

Your egywonders tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport (Arrival procedures) and then he will escort you to the hotel by exclusive air-conditioned deluxe vehicle. At hotel the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour. Overnight in Cairo.

Welcome Drink

Day 2:Pyramids / Sakkara

After breakfast you will be accompanied by your personal guide to Giza Plateau to visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mycerinus – Famous Sphinx and Valley temple facing the great statue. Additional visit to the Solar Boat infront of Cheops Pyramid (extra ticket on spot). Lunch will be served in a good quality restaurant, and then proceed to Sakkara area to visit Sakkara Complex and first pyramid ever built (Djoser Pyramid). Move to Memphis; Old kingdom’s capital and famous Necropolis. Overnight in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3:Cairo Sightseeing / Train to Aswan

Check out after breakfast at your hotel in Cairo and then you will be escorted by your private guide to visit: Egyptian Museum, Treasures room for the child king Tutankhamen, alongside many other fascinating artifacts. Additional visit to the mummies room at the museum (extra ticket on spot) Lunch through out the tour at local restaurant, then moving to visit Saladin Citadel including Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside. Continue to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. Later, you will be transferred to Giza railway station to board the sleeper train to Aswan. Dinner and breakfast will be served on board – overnight inside your compartment.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4:Arrival Aswan

You will be met at Aswan station, then transferred to your hotel, Optional (not included) to enjoy a tour to one of Egypt’s top tourist attractions, Abu Simbel temple, which were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II approximately in the 13th century BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen Nefertari. Overnight in Aswan.

NB: Incase you would like to do Abu Simbel Tour, so you will do it on day 05 and Aswan sightseeing tours will be on day 4 of 12 days in the Pyramids, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada package.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5:Aswan Sightseeing

Breakfast at your hotel in Aswan. Then transfer to embark your Nile River Cruise before Lunch, then enjoy visiting the world famous High Dam, The awesome Philae temple, which is devoted to the two goddesses Isis and Hathor , and the largest known ancient obelisk, located in the northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt, the Unfinished Obelisk. Dinner on board and overnight in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6:Kom Ombo / Edfu

Sail to Kom Ombo, have breakfast on board and Visit the Temple shared by two gods Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo. Sail to Edfu, lunch on board after that Visit the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt, Horus Temple in Edfu. Take afternoon tea during sailing to Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Luxor West Bank

On the 7th day of 12 days in the Pyramids, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada package, you’ll sail to Luxor, have breakfast on board then Visit the West Bank, take an excursion to the royal cemetery for 62 Pharaohs, Valley of the Kings, then to mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by the architects of the New Kingdom Pharaoh Hatshepsut approximately in the 15th century BC, at El-Deir El-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch on board. Enjoy afternoon tea during sailing. Dinner on board Overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 :Luxor East Bank / Hurghada

Breakfast on board, Disembark from your Nile cruise after breakfast . Then transfer to visit Karnak and Luxor temples. In the afternoon transfer to Hurghada on the Red Sea. From Luxor to Hurghada is about a 03 hour and half drive. Overnight in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 9: Hurghada Vacation

Optional tours to experience the exquisite diving and snorkeling among the Red Sea coral reefs and see some amazing rare fish. Or choose one of the many other activities such as windsurfing, sailing and deep-sea fishing. Overnight in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 10: Hurghada Vacation

Optional tours to experience the exquisite diving and snorkeling among the Red Sea coral reefs and see some amazing rare fish. Or choose one of the many other activities such as windsurfing, sailing and deep-sea fishing. Overnight in Hurghada.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 11:Back to Cairo

Breakfast at your hotel in Hurghada with free time at leisure and then you will be transferred to bus station to take the first class coach to Cairo (About 6 hours drive), upon arrival in Cairo you will be met and assisted, then transferred to your hotel for free time at leisure and overnight stay in Cairo.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 12:Final Departure

Breakfast at the hotel in Cairo – free time before your flight – check out and then transferred to Cairo International Airport for final departure.

Meals: Breakfast

12 days in the Pyramids, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada package Includes:

• Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports

• Assistance of our guest relations during your stay

• All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada by private air-conditioned vehicle

• Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by F/C air-conditioned coach

• Accommodation for 3 nights in Cairo including bed & breakfast

• Accommodation for 1 night on sleeper train on half board

• Accommodation for 1 night in Aswan including bed & breakfast

• Accommodation for 3 nights on 05 star superior cruise on full board

• Accommodation for 3 nights in Hurghada including daily breakfast

• English speaking Egyptologist tour guide

• All sightseeing tours on the cruise sharing egywonders Tours group

• All sightseeing tours in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan as mentioned in the itinerary

• All sightseeing tours in Cairo are private tours

• Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary

• Lunch during your trip in Cairo

• Meals as mention in the above itinerary

• Bottled water during the trips

• Portage when needed

• All service charges and taxes

• 30 minutes of local calling (5 minutes international) and a mobile phone loaned for the length of your stay or an Egyptian sim card for your unlocked mobile device

12 days in the Pyramids, Nile Cruise, and Hurghada package Excludes:

International Airfare

Entry visa to Egypt

Any optional tours

Personal Spending

Tipping

• In Egypt, we offer a comprehensive travel experience with extensive knowledge to meet all your needs. Discovering the top tourist destinations promises a delightful and enjoyable stay.

• There will be no changes to the price of the tour that was initially agreed upon and confirmed at the time of booking.

• The tour operators we hired not only made the necessary arrangements for our trip, but they are also giving us valuable tips on how to fully enjoy our time in Egypt and have a pleasant experience.

• We have an up-to-date selection of vehicles, which includes cars equipped with air conditioning, luxury limousines, durable pickup trucks, and spacious buses.

• We accept multiple secure payment methods, such as PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, bank transfers, and cash payments.

• As an Egyptian tourism company, we distinguish ourselves by providing customized choices for your tour guide, which sets us apart from other companies in the region.

• We provide travel authorizations that are available for individuals who have disabilities.

• In order to ensure your satisfaction during your time with our employees and tour guides, we have a meticulous and thoughtful selection process. We carefully evaluate not only their professional qualifications but also their personalities and ability to be enjoyable and attentive.

• When you book with us, we have the capability to customize your tour to include this aspect and fully accommodate your preferences. Just let us know your needs, and we will make sure to cater to them.

Hotel Rating in Egypt:

• Please be aware that the hotel rating system in Egypt differs from that in the USA or Europe. Therefore, we strongly suggest considering our Luxury or Ultimate Luxury hotel options as the minimum standard in Egypt. Some 5-star hotels in Egypt may have a lower standard compared to those in other regions, resembling more like 3- or 4-star hotels. We do not recommend staying at 3- or 4-star hotels, as we have received numerous complaints from our guests regarding their quality.

Visa Service:

• Avoid long lines and time-consuming processes upon arrival. Our representative will ensure your visa is ready in advance. Simply send us a copy of your passport.

• Attention: If you possess a valid Schengen, USA, or UK Visa, we can offer you visa assistance upon your arrival. There is no need for you to apply at the embassy in advance.

Traveling by overnight train is not recommended.

• We do not suggest it as a good option since the journey lasts for approximately 15 to 18 hours and the train is incredibly noisy. The toilets are in poor condition and emit unpleasant odors. The overall quality of the food is not satisfactory. 

Travel Insurance from AIG

• Enjoy a worry-free journey and ensure your safety by opting for the AIG Travel Guard Travel Insurance program. For a duration of one week, the cost is $25 per person, while for trips lasting longer than one week, the price increases to $50 per person.

Domestic Flight Upgrade to Business Class

• Upgrade your mode of transportation to a luxurious van in order to enhance and improve your travel experience with a higher level of comfort.

• Exclusive deal: For an extra fee of only 50 dollars per individual, you have the opportunity to indulge in the top-notch features and services provided by Business Class. This includes ample leg space and comfortable seats, mouthwatering meals, and high-quality entertainment options.

Cruise schedule and Sailing times:

Occasionally, changes may occur in the Cruise itineraries, schedule, and sailing times along the Nile due to weather and sailing conditions. However, we guarantee that our clients will still have the opportunity to experience everything listed on their itineraries, although the order may vary.

Domestic flights:

The programs provide an estimate of the average cost and duration of domestic flights.

Extra fees may be added to flight tickets during peak seasons and if booked last minute, as they can become quite expensive without any prior warning. Asking for certain times for flights or making changes to reservations that have already been made may cause the total cost of the package to be adjusted.

Payment policy

We welcome all secure payment methods, including Visa, MasterCard, and Wire Transfer.

Cruise schedule and Sailing times:

Occasionally, changes may occur in the Cruise itineraries, schedule, and sailing times along the Nile due to weather and sailing conditions. However, we guarantee that our clients will still have the opportunity to experience everything listed on their itineraries, although the order may vary.

Children’s policy:

1. Under 2 years free of charge.

2. During the period of 2 to 5 years, a quarter of the trip cost is paid.

3. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 will be charged half of the tour’s total cost.

4. 12+: Pay the full round price per adult.

Additional Entry Tickets

There are additional charges for certain archaeological sites on tours, such as exploring inside a pyramid to view burial chambers and visiting the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Entrance to the Tomb of Tutankhamun in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings also requires an extra fee.

Alexandria Trip

Please be aware that the Alexandria Library is not open on public holidays. Additionally, in order to access the reading area, it is necessary to obtain an additional ticket.

Essential Packing

You will require comfortable, flat shoes (ideally with a covering) when visiting the Pyramids and Valley of the Kings. Don’t forget to also pack flip flops or sandals to wear on the Nile felucca or Nile Cruiser.