11 Days Egypt Highlights Tour Cairo Nile Cruise Hurghada

Welcome to Egypt. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your Egypt Top Tours representative will meet and assist you with all arrival procedures and luggage handling.

You’ll then be transferred in a modern air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo. After check-in, the rest of the day is free to relax after your international flight and prepare for the adventure ahead.

After breakfast at your hotel, begin your exploration with one of the most iconic sites in the world.

Drive to the Giza Plateau, where you’ll discover The Great Pyramids of Giza: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Walk through the site while your guide shares stories about ancient Egyptian engineering, royal history, and the mysteries surrounding these monuments. You’ll also stand before The Great Sphinx of Giza, one of Egypt’s most recognizable symbols.

After your visit, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to The Grand Egyptian Museum, where ancient treasures are displayed through a modern and immersive museum experience.

Return to your hotel in the evening.

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, your guide will welcome you and begin your sightseeing tour in the beautiful southern city of Aswan.

Start with a visit to The High Dam of Egypt, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering achievements, offering panoramic views over Lake Nasser in Africa. Continue with a short motorboat ride to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully located on an island in the Nile.

Following your visits, enjoy lunch before transferring to your hotel in Aswan for check-in and relaxation.

An early morning departure takes you on a scenic journey to the breathtaking Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most extraordinary archaeological sites.

Marvel at the colossal statues of Ramses II and explore the beautifully carved interiors of the temples, relocated in one of the greatest preservation projects in history. Your guide will explain the fascinating story behind these temples and their significance in ancient Egypt.

After returning to Aswan, transfer to your Nile cruise for check-in. Settle into your cabin and enjoy lunch onboard as you begin your relaxing journey along The Nile River.

Enjoy breakfast onboard while sailing along the Nile toward Kom Ombo.

Upon arrival, visit the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to two gods and known for its symmetrical design and fascinating reliefs.

Continue sailing to Edfu, where you’ll explore the impressive Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt. Walking through its massive entrance and detailed halls offers a true glimpse into ancient Egyptian religious life.

Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Luxor.

Wake up early this morning for one of the most unforgettable experiences in Egypt—a sunrise hot air balloon ride above Luxor. Watch the sun rise over the Nile, temples, and green farmlands while floating peacefully above ancient Thebes.

After landing and breakfast, continue your exploration on Luxor’s West Bank. Visit The Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs were buried in elaborately decorated tombs hidden within the mountains.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, dramatically built against the cliffs, before stopping at the Colossi of Memnon.

Return to the cruise afterward for lunch and relaxation.

After breakfast onboard, check out from your Nile cruise and continue your journey with a tour of Luxor’s East Bank.

Begin with the magnificent Karnak Temple, an enormous temple complex filled with towering columns, obelisks, and sacred chapels. Continue to the elegant Luxor Temple, beautifully connected to Karnak through The Avenue of Sphinxes.

After your visits, transfer to your hotel in Luxor for check-in and enjoy the evening at leisure.

After breakfast, depart Luxor and travel north to visit the beautifully preserved Dandara Temple Complex, one of Egypt’s most impressive temple sites.

Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the temple is famous for its colorful ceilings, detailed carvings, and remarkable astronomical depictions. The atmosphere here feels very different from other temples in Egypt and offers a deeper cultural experience away from the larger crowds.

After your visit, continue your drive to Hurghada City. Upon arrival, check in to your all-inclusive resort and enjoy the rest of the day relaxing by the Red Sea.

Today is completely free to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of Hurghada.

Spend the day swimming in the Red Sea, relaxing on the beach, or enjoying the resort facilities. Optional snorkeling, diving, or boat excursions can also be arranged for travelers who wish to explore the coral reefs and marine life of the Red Sea.

After breakfast, transfer to Hurghada Airport for your flight back to Cairo.

Upon arrival, your representative will assist you and transfer you to your hotel for your final night in Egypt. The rest of the day is free for relaxation or optional activities.

After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight.

Your unforgettable journey with Egypt Top Tours comes to an end, leaving you with lasting memories of Egypt’s ancient wonders, Nile landscapes, and Red Sea beauty.