15 Day Egypt Tour From Europe: Hurghada & Nile Cruise

15 Day Egypt Tour From Europe: Hurghada & Nile Cruise

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15 Day Egypt Tour From Europe: Hurghada & Nile Cruise

15 Days Starting and ending in Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt

Visiting: Hurghada, Luxor, Luxor City, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Temple of Kom Ombo, The Temple of Horus at Edfu, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, Aswan, Aswan High Dam, Kom Umbu, Karnak, Luxor Temple

Tour operator:

Egypt Best Vacations

Tour code:

1148

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium, Low

Age range:

1-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

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From: $2565

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

15 day Egypt tour from Europe to Hurghada and Nile cruise. This 15-day Egypt itinerary is designed for European travelers who can travel directly to Hurghada, Red Sea. Take 7 nights in Hurghada of relaxation on an all-inclusive basis. Enjoy the Red Sea beaches and discover its wonderful underwater world. Sail the mighty Nile for 7 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise ship. Begin your 15-day tour to Egypt with some relaxation in Hurghada. Enjoy the Red Sea beaches and discover its fabulous underwater world. Then drive to Luxor to start your 7-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan and back to Luxor. Explore the mighty monuments along the valley from your Nile cruise. Discover the magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings, the giant Colossi of Memnon, and the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut. Explore the largest Temple in the world, Karnak Temple, and the majestic Temple of Luxor. Visit the beautiful Temple of Philae in Aswan and the twin Temple of Horus and Sobek at Kom Ombo. Explore the most intact temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Drive from Luxor to Hurghada for the rest of your 15-day trip to Egypt.

Highlights

  • Relaxation on the Red beaches and discovering the Red underwater world.

  • Cruising the peaceful Nile on a 5-star ship for 7 nights.

  • The magnificent tombs of the Valley of the Kings.

  • The unique temple of the female pharaoh, Hatshepsut.

  • The largest temple in the world, Karnak Temple.

  • The majestic Luxor Temple.

  • The most intact temple in Egypt, Horus Temple in Edfu.

  • The twin temple of Horus and Sobek in Kom Ombo.

  • The beautiful temple of Philae in Aswan.

Places You'll See

Red Sea, Hurghada

Red Sea, Hurghada

Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor

Colossi Of Memnon, Luxor

Luxor Temple, Luxor

Karnak Temple, Luxor

Kom Ombo Temple

Karnak Temple, Luxor

Philae Temple, Aswan

Nile Cruise Ship

Valley Of The Kings, Luxor

Horus Temple, Edfu

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Egypt

Location: Hurghada International Airport, Hurghada

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Arrival at Hurghada International Airport. Meet and assist by our representative of "Egypt Best Vacations" who will help you through the arrival and visa regulations. Transfer to your hotel to enjoy your free time on an all-inclusive basis for five days from day 01 to day 05.

Day 2 : Free Day

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Free day on the beach. Tours such as diving, snorkeling, submarine rides are available upon request.

Day 3 : Free Day

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Free day on the beach. Tours such as diving, snorkeling, submarine rides are available upon request.

Day 4 : Free Day

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Free day on the beach. Tours such as diving, snorkeling, submarine rides are available upon request.

Day 5 : Drive To Luxor - Nile Cruise

Location: Luxor, Luxor City

Accommodation: Nile cruise ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive to Luxor to start your 7-night Nile cruise. Check-in and you’re free for the rest of the day. Overnight is in Luxor.

Day 6 : Kings Valley, Hatshepsut Temple And Colossi Of Memnon

Location: Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Luxor, Valley of the Kings

Accommodation: Nile cruise ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, you will visit the glorious tombs of the Valley of the Kings. The pharaohs during the New Kingdom ceased building pyramids and cut their tombs deep into the mountain trying to hide them from the grave robbers. There are 65 tombs in the Valley of the Kings, your guide will suggest the best 3 tombs of the opened ones to visit. From the glorious Valley of the Kings to the unique Temple of the female pharaoh Hatshepsut who served as solo pharaoh for about 20 years. You will end your trip at the giant Colossi of Memnon which survives from the Temple of pharaoh Amenhotep III. Back to the ship to set sail to Edfu via the Lock of Esna. Overnight is in Edfu.

Day 7 : Edfu And Kom Ombo Temples

Location: Edfu, Temple of Kom Ombo, The Temple of Horus at Edfu

Accommodation: Nile cruise ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You will wake up on the voices of the horsemen who are waiting to take you to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple is the most intact temple in Egypt and was built during the Greco-Roman period. After visiting the temple, you will sail up to Kom Ombo to visit the twin Temple of Sobek, the Crocodile god, and Horus, the Falcon god. Then proceed to the Crocodile Museum in the vicinity of the temple. After the tour, the ship will sail up to Aswan where it moors for the next two days.

Day 8 : Aswan Tour

Location: Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, Aswan, Aswan High Dam

Accommodation: Nile cruise ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Welcome to the lovely City of Aswan. Your tour includes the largest engineering project in the 1960s, the High Dam, as well as the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk, and the amazing Temple of Philae. Back on board for lunch. Late afternoon, you will take a traditional sailboat called Fellucca for a ride around Elephantine Island. Free evening in Aswan.

Day 9 : Free On Board

Location: Aswan

Accommodation: Nile cruise ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, the ship moors in Aswan, so you are able to drive to Abu Simbel’s magnificent temples (optional trip) or explore the City of Aswan on your own.

Day 10 : Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu

Location: Kom Umbu

Accommodation: Nile cruise ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The ship set sail back to Kom Ombo, stopping to visit Kom Ombo Temple (new arrival guests). You’re free onboard and enjoy cruising.
The ship sails from Kom Ombo down to Edfu, stopping there for new guests to visit the Temple of Edfu. Then sails down to Luxor via the Lock of Esna.

Day 11 : Karnak And Luxor Temples

Location: Karnak, Luxor, Luxor Temple

Accommodation: Nile cruise ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, you are visiting the largest temple in the world, the Temple of Karnak, then proceed to the majestic Temple of Luxor. Both were dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Overnight is in Luxor.

Day 12 : Disembarkation - Drive To Hurghada

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Disembarkation. Transfer back to Hurghada for three more days of relaxation on an all-inclusive basis.

Day 13 : Free Day

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Free day on the beach. Tours such as diving, snorkeling, submarine rides are available upon request.

Day 14 : Free Day

Location: Hurghada

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Free day on the beach. Tours such as diving, snorkeling, submarine rides are available upon request.

Day 15 : Fly Home

Location: Hurghada, Hurghada International Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to Hurghada airport for final departure. It is really sad to leave, so ask our guides about your next adventure in Egypt.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    5-star hotel & 5-star Nile cruise ship.

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Drinks with Meals

    Drinks with meals are included in Hurghada only.

  • Entrance Fees

  • Fully Guided

  • Meals – Full Board

What's Not Included

  • Country Entry Visas

  • Drinks with Meals

    On the Nile cruise ship.

  • International Travel

  • Tipping and Gratuities

Check out our Q&As

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No, the entry visa is not included.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No. No domestic flights on the itinerary.

  • What is the tipping policy?

    3$ per person per day for the driver. 10$ per person per day for the tour guide. 5$ per person per night for the Nile cruise crew.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Yes, as shown in the price.

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    Yes

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • How can I obtain my visa to Egypt?

    All travelers entering Egypt must have the appropriate travel documents: a passport with at least 6 months to run and valid visa. Many nationalities for example American, British, etc. can obtain their visas at the Egyptian airports upon arrival. You can also apply for your visa online via this Egyptian government link. https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg/eVisa/Home Or check your closest Egyptian Em

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    Ask your airline.

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    USD

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    No, just a negative PCR test.

  • What is the maximum group size?

    16 people.

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes, all entrance fees are included as per the itinerary.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes, children are permitted with one adult at least.

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes, all airport transfers are included.

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes, all coaches are air-conditioned.

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    5-star hotels and a 5-star Nile cruise.

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Low to medium.

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    Not sure. Some hotels offer free Wi-Fi, and some hotels don't.

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    The minimum number is one person.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes, I can.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes, tour guides are English-speaking guides.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    All travelers to Egypt have to produce on the arrival, a Negative PCR certificate NOT older than 72 hours.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes, all the operating hotels and Nile cruises in Egypt meet the local health and safety regulations. All obtained certificates of Safe to operate and work again. These certificates are given by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    No problem changing your holiday dates.

Reviews of this operator

Roxane Hugues (Google Reviewer)  

I have wanted to go...

10-Jan-2024

I have wanted to go to Egypt for as long as I can remember. I took my first Egyptology lessons when I was just a kid, named most of my goldfish Champollion, and never missed an exhibition on Egypt and its treasures. I had to wait a long time to make that dream come true, but was finally able to travel to Egypt last week for the first time. My biggest fear was, somehow, to be disappointed after having spent so many years longing for the trip. I knew exactly what I wanted to see and found the website for Egypt Best Vacations online. The trip ticked all the boxes, so we booked. And I’m really glad we did! I could not be happier with my first-ever trip to the land of the Pharaohs. Egypt Best Vacations delivered on what they promised but actually exceeded our expectations. We were lucky enough to have a private tour, and that was just perfect for me, as I really wanted someone knowledgeable about Egyptology to take the time to answer my questions and focus on those sacred words that cover most of Egypt’s countless temples. What I particularly loved about our trip with Egypt Best Vacations: - Our guides Essam and Mahmoud, their boundless knowledge, kindness, and the time they took to answer all our questions. - Staying in local hotels and restaurants, which allowed us to see the “real Egypt” (and practised my Arabic 😅) - The scenic route from Aswan to Luxor. We have really enjoyed seeing the fields and all those gorgeous landscapes and small villages - The sleeper train to Aswan. Noisy, but what an adventure! Best way to take in some breathtaking Nile views - How personalised the trip was. Egypt Best Vacations was super flexible, and we felt the trip was tailored to our wishes and needs. We’ve been back for 48 hours now and are already looking forward to coming back 🤩 (and not just because it’s 24 degrees there and -1 here 😂)

Giulia Zanca (Google Reviewer)  

We had a great experience...

21-Feb-2024

We had a great experience traveling from Aswan to Luxor on the beautiful dahabiya Ika Dolly. Everything was just perfect from the moment we first got in touch with Egypt Best Vacations and had a very nice and helpful conversation with Abdul-Rahman Mahmoud to the cruise itself. We had a friendly and kind staff on board and, most of all, we had the best tour guide, Essam, an egyptologist with a deep knowledge of the ancient egyptian culture, language and art and always willing to tell us about modern Egypt, too. We enjoyed beautiful moments on the dahabiya, we had great food, so carefully cooked by a great chef, and had the chance to spend a night on the shore, dancing with the boat crew. We also appreciated the interest and attention shown by Egypt Best Vacations to the people living on the Nile: the place where the dinner was held is owned by an old man, who gets paid for hosting us, and we also had the chance to meet Asmaa, a young woman who showed us her house and let us have a tea with her family. We were told we would have a luxurious experience, but our cruise was way more than that. Definitely suggested.

Luke Ralston (Google Reviewer)  

‘Egypt Best Vacations’ is amazing....

27-Mar-2022

‘Egypt Best Vacations’ is amazing. 100% recommended. We spent 15 days travelling with our guide and driver. From picking us up at Hurghada airport and returning us to the airport at the end of the trip we could not have asked for more accommodating, informative, friendly and experienced staff to ensure we had a fantastic holiday. Our journey from Hurghada to Luxor where we were based for most of our stay was so straight forward. Travelling Egypt by road is an incredible way to explore the sites and country especially when in the company of such a knowledgeable guide, who has become a good and trusted friend. Having explored the sites in Luxor including Deir el-Medina and some of the Noble tombs on the West Bank we travelled to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan for an overnight stay before driving to the highlight of the trip Abu Simbel which is breath-taking. The car ride back to Luxor was long but well worth it, with plenty of stops for refreshments and to enjoy the mirages in the desert. A trip to Dendera included overnight in the ‘Flower of Life’ guesthouse in Abydos which provides you with a real Egyptian welcome. We then asked to rearrange our schedule which was not an issue at all, with changes to accommodation and day trips sorted in just a few hours, which included Quad biking and Camel rides on the West Bank of Luxor. We will certainly use ‘Egypt Best Vacations’ again in the future and suggest them to everyone.

Daniele Oldani (Google Reviewer)  

Brilliant team of travel professionals! Essam...

28-May-2024

Brilliant team of travel professionals! Essam and his Egypt Best Vacations team are absolutely brilliant. Essam from the head quarters had arranged internal flights and all accommodation and ground transportation. Everything was from an handpicked itinerary and Essam managed to intelligently incorporate everything I wanted to do in the limited time available. Essam listened carefully and advised on hotel options and even accommodated a last minute flight change request. I received an unexpected birthday cake and singing on the Nile cruise and an upgrade to a pyramid view room in Cairo. Last but not least, Essam paid a surprise visit in Luxor over a cup of delicious Egyptian coffee in a traditional cafe. Our private chaperone Khalaf was a wealth of knowledge in both ancient and contemporary Egyptian history. Khalaf, is not your everyday tour guide. He speaks a couple of European languages and has a degree in Egyptology. Khalaf took care of all the day to day needs, from getting tickets for attractions to seamlessly helping through intimidating security police/military checkpoints. There was not an instant of uncertainty or hesitation in Khalaf; he seemed to know all the places we visited like the palms of his own hands. I have learned so much about Egyptian culture, history and lifestyle. There was always a clear explanation and fascinating anecdotes regardless of whether we were visiting historical sites, bustling cities, museums, artisan shops, etc. Khalaf tailored everything in our itinerary to the needs of the moment and delighted us with bespoke options and additional experiences Finally, a special mention to Sayed: which I can confidently say is one of the best drivers I have ever had in all of my worldwide travels. Sayed managed to smoothly navigate our minivan through Cairo despite the madness of it all. Sayed’s exemplary composure and calm made us feel extremely safe at all times. Sayed’s attentiveness in equipping the van with cool water, hand sanitizer tissues and wet wipes created a safe oasis of calm in the vehicle. Thank you for everything Essam, Khalaf, Sayed and all the other welcoming travel professionals we met in our time in Egypt!

Thomas Doyle (Google Reviewer)  

Choose Egypt Best Vacations, you...

23-Jul-2022

Choose Egypt Best Vacations, you wont be disappointed A great 11-day vacation organised by EBV taking in Cairo, a Nile cruise and Hurghada. Our vacation started in Cairo with visits to the pyramids of Giza and the Step pyramid at Saqqara. Really enjoyed our wander around the Egyptian museum with our guide Hassan. Flying from Cairo to our cruise boat, Blue Shadows in Aswan was seamless, with the EBV representative ensuring everything went smoothly. Our guide Ahmed joined us in Aswan for the cruise and we thoroughly enjoyed his sense of humour and explanations of the history of the temples we visited. Our rooms on the boat were clean and spacious and the food was good with friendly staff. In Luxor the highlight of our vacation was the visit to Karnak Temple where Ahmed ensured we had plenty of time to explore. On our final day in Luxor, we visited the Valley of the Kings before transferring to Hurghada for some relaxing time on the beach.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Egypt Best Vacations allows you to make 20 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Egypt Best Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 50% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 25 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of egypt best vacations charges.

    At 100 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.

    At 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 15% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

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