Unforgettable 13-Day Egyptian Adventure

Our longest single itinerary - nothing in Egypt left out

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From 1475 USD / person

About this activity

13-day Egypt grand tour: Cairo, overnight train to Aswan, a 3-night Nile cruise with Abu Simbel, Luxor, 4 nights in Hurghada, and a final Alexandria day trip.

Full description

At 13 days, this is our most complete Egypt itinerary: Cairo's monuments, an overnight sleeper train to Aswan, a 3-night Nile cruise with Abu Simbel and a hot air balloon over Luxor, four full nights in Hurghada with snorkeling and a desert safari, and a closing day trip to Alexandria before flying home. It's built for travelers with the time to see Egypt properly in one visit, moving overland by train and coach rath…

What's included

5 nights in boutique guesthouses in Cairo, 3 nights aboard your Nile cruise cabin, and 4 nights all-inclusive in Hurghada
First-class air-conditioned overnight sleeper train, Cairo to Aswan
Air-conditioned coach transfers, Luxor to Hurghada and Hurghada back to Cairo
Guided Abu Simbel excursion by bus during the cruise
Hot air balloon ride over Luxor's West Bank
A full-day Alexandria trip near the end of the itinerary
A snorkeling trip and a desert safari in Hurghada, both included
Expert Egyptologist tour guide for the full 13 days

Not included

Entrance fees to all mentioned sites (paid locally)
International flights
Egypt entry visa
Tipping
The motorboat ride to Philae Temple

About this activity

Private Tour

Multi-Day Packages

5 nights in boutique guesthouses in Cairo, 3 nights aboard your Nile cruise cabin, and 4 nights all-inclusive in Hurghada

First-class air-conditioned overnight sleeper train, Cairo to Aswan

Air-conditioned coach transfers, Luxor to Hurghada and Hurghada back to Cairo

Guided Abu Simbel excursion by bus during the cruise

Hot air balloon ride over Luxor's West Bank

A full-day Alexandria trip near the end of the itinerary

A snorkeling trip and a desert safari in Hurghada, both included

Expert Egyptologist tour guide for the full 13 days

Highlights

✓Overnight sleeper train to Aswan, then a 3-night Nile cruise with Abu Simbel
✓A hot air balloon ride over Luxor's West Bank, included
✓4 full nights in Hurghada, plus a closing day trip to Alexandria

Tour Itinerary & Map

1 Day 1 - Welcome to Cairo: Arrive at Cairo Airport, where your personal representative transfers you to your boutique guesthouse.
2 Day 2 - Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Saqqara Adventure: A full day with your guide exploring the Giza Plateau and Saqqara's Step Pyramid.
3 Day 3 - Old Cairo Treasures, Bazaar & Overnight Train to Aswan: Explore Old Cairo's churches and a local bazaar during the day, then board an overnight sleeper train south to Aswan.
4 Day 4 - Arrive in Aswan & Start Your Nile Cruise: Your guide meets you at Aswan station before you board your Nile cruise ship and begin exploring the city's sights.
5 Day 5 - Abu Simbel Temples Excursion: An early morning drive to the Abu Simbel Temples, carved into the rock for Ramses II and Nefertari.
6 Day 6 - Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples: The cruise sails on to Kom Ombo and Edfu, with an overnight sail toward Luxor.
7 Day 7 - Hot Air Balloon, Luxor's Temples & Royal Tombs, Transfer to Hurghada: A sunrise hot air balloon ride, then Luxor's temples and royal tombs, before a coach transfer to Hurghada for check-in at your resort.
8 Day 8 - Hurghada: Red Sea Bliss: Relax on pristine beaches, or enjoy optional activities like parasailing or a glass-bottom boat tour.
9 Day 9 - Snorkeling Adventure: A snorkeling trip to discover the Red Sea's vibrant coral reefs and marine life.
10 Day 10 - Desert Safari Adventure: A quad-bike safari across golden dunes, a camel ride, and a Bedouin-style dinner under the stars.
11 Day 11 - Coach Back to Cairo: An air-conditioned coach takes you from Hurghada back to Cairo.
12 Day 12 - Alexandria Day Trip: A drive to Alexandria to close out your sightseeing before heading home.
13 Day 13 - Farewell Egypt: After breakfast, your representative escorts you to Cairo International Airport for your flight home.

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Why Choose This Tour

Our Most Complete Itinerary

At 13 days, this trip fits in everything - Cairo, a Nile cruise, Abu Simbel, a hot air balloon, four nights in Hurghada, and Alexandria - without skipping any region of Egypt.

Boutique Stays, Not Chain Hotels

Nights on land in Cairo and Hurghada are spent in small, family-run guesthouses - plain outside, comfortable and quietly luxurious inside.