Nile discovery trip in Egypt

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Step into timeless Egypt with a Nile discovery journey created for travelers seeking authentic, tailor-made experiences. Our Egypt trips are shaped by expert local guides who craft moments that connect you with living history, intimate encounters, and private access beyond the crowds.

Take the next step to personalize your itinerary, secure exclusive accommodations, and add curated cultural experiences. Reserve a planning call today and begin shaping an unforgettable voyage that reflects your interests, pace, and style.

Nile discovery trip highlights

  • Private Cairo immersion: Explore Cairo’s soul with a private guide, tailored visits to iconic sites, and hidden neighborhoods.
  • Exclusive Nile cruise experience: Sail between Luxor and Aswan on a boutique cruise.
  • Pharaonic treasures and temple tours: Tailor your exploration of Karnak, Valley of the Kings, and Abu Simbel.
  • Authentic local encounters: Meet artisans, taste regional cuisine, and design optional village visits for genuinely personal cultural connections.
  • Relaxing Hurghada finale: End in Hurghada with flexible beachfront stays, snorkeling, or repose, your itinerary adapts to your ideal Red Sea finale.
DayLocationActivityOvernight
1Cairo

• Arrival in Cairo with private airport transfer

• Hotel check-in and time to rest

• Personalized orientation and itinerary briefing

• Optional evening activities

Cairo
2Cairo

• Full-day guided tour of Giza Plateau

• Great Pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple

• Saqqara and the Step Pyramid of Djoser

• Lunch at local restaurant

• Memphis with Ramses II statue

• Dahshur and the Bent Pyramid

Cairo
3Cairo

• Coptic Cairo churches

• Walk along El Moez Street

• Bab El Fetouh and Bab El Nasr

• El Darb El Asfar with historic mosques and Qalawoon complex

Cairo
4Cairo → Aswan

• Egyptian Museum with Tutankhamun treasures and royal mummies

• Salah El Din Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque

• Khan El Khalili Bazaar visit

• Flight to Aswan

• Boarding Nile Cruise

Nile Cruise
5Aswan

• High Dam visit

• Unfinished Obelisk

• Philae Temple dedicated to Isis and Hathor

• Lunch, dinner, and overnight onboard

Nile Cruise
6Nile Cruise

• Sailing from Aswan toward Luxor

• Visit to Kom Ombo Temple and crocodile museum

• Lunch onboard

• Guided visit to Edfu Temple of Horus

• Afternoon tea and sailing

Nile Cruise
7Luxor → Hurghada

• Luxor West Bank tour

• Valley of the Kings

• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

• Colossi of Memnon

• Lunch, then private transfer to Hurghada

Hurghada
8Hurghada

• Leisure day at Red Sea resort

• Soft all-inclusive services

• Optional excursions and activities

Hurghada
9Hurghada

• Beach and pool relaxation

• Optional snorkeling, glass-bottom boat, spa, or sunset cruise

• Leisure dining

Hurghada
10Hurghada

• Full leisure day by the Red Sea

• Optional scuba diving or excursions

• Beachfront dining and relaxation

Hurghada
11Hurghada

• Final leisure day

• Optional island trips, marine safaris, or cultural visits

Hurghada
12Hurghada

• Final breakfast overlooking the Red Sea

• Free time for a stroll, shopping, or snorkeling

• Private transfer to Hurghada International Airport

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Day01

Arrival in Cairo

Arrive in Cairo, where your private driver meets you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel for check-in and time to rest. Enjoy a warm welcome and a personalized orientation that sets the pace for your Egypt travel experience.

In the evening, review your tailor-made itinerary and choose from optional activities to ease into your journey.

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Day02

Giza Pyramids, Sakkara Pyramids, Memphis City, and Dahshur

Your guide collects you from your hotel for a full-day exploration of Egypt’s ancient landmarks. Begin at the Giza Plateau to discover the Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus, visit the Great Sphinx, and explore the Valley Temple. Continue to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world’s earliest large-scale stone monument.

After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the ancient city of Memphis to view the colossal statue of Ramses II and the alabaster sphinx, then conclude the day at Dahshur, admiring the distinctive Bent Pyramid and surrounding royal necropolis.

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Day03

Islamic and Christian Cairo tour

Today, explore Old Cairo and the historic district of Coptic Cairo. Visit the churches of Abu Serga and St Barbara, the Hanging Church, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, each revealing layers of Egypt’s religious heritage.

Continue with a stroll along El Moez Le Din Allah Street, passing through Bab El Fetouh and Bab El Nasr. Then explore El Darb El Asfar, where you will visit the Barqouq Mosque and School in Nahassen, the El Aqmar Mosque, the Mosque of El Saleh Tala, the Blue Mosque, and the remarkable dome, hospital, and school of Qalawoon.

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Comfortable walking shoes, a light scarf, sun protection, and breathable clothing are essential. Egypt’s major sites are expansive, and most travelers end up walking more than they anticipated.

Day04

Cairo day tour and start of your Nile cruise

Enjoy a tailor-made day with your private Egyptologist, who meets you at your hotel and escorts you in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Begin at the Egyptian Museum to explore Tutankhamun’s treasures, royal mummies, and iconic statuary, with expert commentary bringing ancient Egypt vividly to life.

Continue to the Citadel of Salah El Din for panoramic views over Cairo and a visit to the alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali.

Later, wander through Khan El Khalili Bazaar, discovering spices, textiles, and traditional crafts. In the afternoon, meet our representative for a private transfer to Cairo Airport and fly to Aswan. Upon arrival, transfer to your Nile Cruise, where you board in comfort and settle into your cabin with serene riverfront views.

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Day05

Aswan, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple

Begin the morning in Aswan with guided visits to the impressive High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries, and the enchanting Philae Temple, beautifully dedicated to Isis and Hathor.

Along the way, expert local guides share personalized insights into Nubian culture and ancient engineering, enriching this stage of your Egypt itinerary. After lunch onboard, return to the cruise to relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night in Aswan.

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Day06

Aswan to Luxor, Kom Ombo, and Edfu temples

Sail from Aswan to Luxor on a relaxed Nile cruise, watching daily river life unfold from the sundeck and exploring ancient temples along the way. Begin with a visit to Kom Ombo, the rare double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. With your private guide, discover its symbolic reliefs and crocodile museum, brought to life through engaging storytelling and time for photography.

After lunch onboard, continue sailing to Edfu for a guided visit to the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus. Conclude the day cruising toward Luxor, enjoying afternoon tea on the Nile as golden light settles over the river and its timeless landscapes.

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Day07

Luxor West Bank and transfer to Hurghada

Explore Luxor’s West Bank with visits to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. After lunch, depart by private transfer from Luxor to Hurghada, crossing desert landscapes en route.

Arrive in Hurghada, one of the best places to visit in Egypt, and enjoy free time to relax at your Red Sea resort or choose from snorkeling, diving, or a sunset cruise, with activities arranged to suit your pace.

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Day08

Hurghada leisure day

Enjoy a relaxing day at your hotel, dedicated to the Red Sea and the swimming pool with soft all-inclusive services.

Spend the day at leisure, or choose from a range of optional excursions and activities according to your interests.

Hurghada kitesurfing, Egypt © Pixabay
Day09

Hurghada leisure day

Spend a restorative day in Hurghada, enjoying the comforts of your hotel and time to unwind by the Red Sea with a Soft All Inclusive package.

Relax on the beach or by the pool, or choose from tailor-made optional experiences such as snorkeling among vibrant coral reefs, a glass-bottom boat trip, soothing spa treatments, or a tranquil sunset cruise. Complete the day by savoring fresh seafood and local flavors at your leisure.

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Day10

Hurghada leisure day

Enjoy a full day of relaxation in Hurghada, unwinding by the Red Sea and the hotel pool while taking advantage of soft all-inclusive comforts, spa treatments, and beachfront dining.

For a more active pace, choose from optional excursions such as snorkeling, scuba diving, or a sunset boat cruise, allowing for personalized adventures and local discovery.

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Day11

Hurghada leisure day

Unwind in Hurghada with a day devoted to sun, sea, and shimmering pools at your hotel. Enjoy soft all all-inclusive service, spa treatments, snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea, and personalized leisure options.

Optional excursions to nearby islands, marine safaris, or cultural visits can be arranged, creating a tailor-made finale to your Egypt trip.

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Day12

Fly home from Hurghada

After completing your Egypt trip, enjoy a final breakfast overlooking the Red Sea. Take a last stroll along the shore, browse for local keepsakes, or arrange a short snorkeling outing to beautifully conclude your tailored journey.

At the appointed time, a private transfer will take you to Hurghada International Airport for your departure flight, with attentive concierge support ensuring a smooth and personal farewell to Egypt.

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