13 Days Hurghada Egypt Tour Package with Nile Cruise

Overview

Explore Egypt in 13 days, discovering Cairo’s pyramids, Alexandria’s landmarks, ancient temples along the Nile, and the beautiful beaches of Hurghada.

• the three Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the Grand Egyptian Museum, including Tutankhamun's collection
• Pompey's Pillar, the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel, and the Corniche
• Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk
• Kom Ombo, Edfu & the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple
• two leisure days for beach relaxation, resort facilities, and optional snorkeling, diving, or boat trips
• Step Pyramid of Djoser, ancient Memphis, the Hanging Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue

1. Day 1

   Arrival in CairoCairo

   * Meet and greet at Cairo International Airport. * Assistance with immigration and customs procedures. * Private transfer to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. * Check-in and overnight in Cairo.

   • Overnight: Cairo.

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2. Day 2

   Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian MuseumGiza

   * Breakfast at the hotel. * Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza. * Stop at the panoramic viewpoint for photographs of all three pyramids. * Explore the Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. * Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum to discover ancient Egyptian artifacts, including the collection of Tutankhamun. * Enjoy a drive along the Nile before returning to your hotel. * Optional evening Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids or a dinner cruise on the Nile.

   • Meals: Breakfast and lunch Overnight: Cairo

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3. Day 3

   Alexandria Day TourAlexandria

   * Drive from Cairo to Alexandria, approximately three hours. * Visit Pompey's Pillar. * Explore the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa. * Visit the Bibliotheca Alexandrina from the outside, including its open courtyard and free museums, subject to availability. * See the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria. * Enjoy a drive along Alexandria's Corniche and see Stanley Bridge. * Explore additional city landmarks, including the Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque and the Unknown Soldier Memorial. * Return to your hotel in Alexandria.

   • Meals: Breakfast and lunch Overnight: Alexandria

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4. Day 4

   Alexandria to CairoAlexandria & Cairo

   * Breakfast at the hotel. * Private transfer from Alexandria to Cairo. * Arrival and check-in at your Cairo hotel. * Free time at leisure.

   • Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Cairo

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5. Day 5

   Fly to Aswan & Begin the Nile CruiseAswan

   * Breakfast at the hotel. * Transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. * Meet your local tour guide upon arrival. * Visit the Aswan High Dam. * Explore Philae Temple, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. * Visit the Unfinished Obelisk to learn about ancient Egyptian stone-cutting techniques. * Transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise and embark before lunch.

   • Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Overnight: Nile cruise

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6. Day 6

   Kom Ombo & Edfu TemplesKom Ombo & Edfu

   * Breakfast aboard the cruise. * Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. * Return to the cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing toward Edfu. * Visit Edfu Temple, dedicated to the god Horus. * Return to the ship and enjoy dinner and onboard entertainment, if scheduled.

   • Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Overnight: Nile cruise

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7. Day 7

   Luxor – Valley of the Kings & West BankLuxor

   * Breakfast aboard the cruise. * Visit the Valley of the Kings and explore three royal tombs included in the standard visit. * Discover the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. * Stop for photographs at the Colossi of Memnon. * Return to the cruise for lunch and relaxation.

   • Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Overnight: Nile cruise

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8. Day 8

   Luxor East Bank & Transfer to Hurghada Hurghada

   * Breakfast and disembarkation from the Nile cruise. * Visit Karnak Temple, one of Egypt's most impressive temple complexes. * Explore Luxor Temple. * Transfer by private, air-conditioned vehicle to Hurghada on the Red Sea. * Check in at your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day.

   • Meals: Breakfast and lunch Overnight: Hurghada

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9. Day 9

   Hurghada at LeisureHurghada

   * Enjoy a free day to relax at the beach or resort. * Optional activities may include snorkeling, diving, boat trips or other Red Sea excursions.

   • Meals: Breakfast and dinner Overnight: Hurghada

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10. Day 10

    Hurghada at LeisureHurghada

    * Spend another relaxing day in Hurghada. * Enjoy the resort facilities, beaches or optional excursions at your own expense.

    • Meals: Breakfast and dinner Overnight: Hurghada

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11. Day 11

    Hurghada to Cairo Hurghada & Cairo

    * Transfer to Hurghada Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo. * Arrival in Cairo and transfer to your hotel. * Free time to explore the city independently or relax.

    • Meals: Breakfast and lunch Overnight: Cairo

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12. Day 12

    Saqqara, Memphis & Coptic CairoCairo

    * Breakfast at the hotel. * Visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara, one of the earliest major stone structures in the world. * Explore Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. * Continue to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. * Return to your hotel.

    • Meals: Breakfast and lunch Overnight: Cairo

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13. Day 13

    Final DepartureCairo

    * Breakfast at the hotel. * Private transfer to Cairo International Airport. * Assistance with departure procedures and the end of your Egyptian journey.

    • Meals: Breakfast

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