Welcome to our most comprehensive Egypt Round Trip 9 Days covering Egypt and all the major sights of the country.
This journey is probably the most comprehensive in terms of culture and archaeology. It will take you to the most important monuments and archaeological sites in the country! On one hand, you’ll visit the most iconic sites of the Pharaonic era: the Pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, Abu Simbel, and the majestic temples of Upper Egypt… and on the other hand, all the major attractions of Cairo: its mosques, churches, and bazaars.
We start this 9-day Egypt tour from Hurghada, but if you want to start from Cairo, Luxor, or Marsa Alam, we will pick you up wherever you are. (We are flexible in this regard).
Enjoy this Egypt Round Trip 9 Days, one of our best carefully curated travel packages, which reveals the mystical wonders of Egypt.
Our Egypt tour invites you to discover the famous Pyramids of Giza and the timeless Sphinx, and immerse yourself in the fascination of Egypt’s archaeological treasures.
Join us on this fantastic Nile cruise and experience a unique journey on the Nile. Enjoy first-class service, delicious food, and comfortable cabins.
- From Hurghada
- From El Gouna
- From Makadi Bay
- From Sahl Hasheesh
- From Soma Bay
- From Safaga
- From El Quseir
- From Marsa Alam
1900 €
- Book Online and pay on site
- Pick-up from the lobby of your hotel
- English speaking guide
- Insurance included
| Number of people | Vehicle | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | Private car | 2490€ p.P. |
| 3-4 persons | Private mini-bus | 2180€ p.P. |
| 5-6 persons | Private mini-bus | 2060€ p.P. |
| 7-8 persons | Private mini-bus | 1900€ p.P. |
| Duration | Trip Type | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 9 days | Individually | Every day |
Highlights of Egypt Round Trip 9 Days from Hurghada
- Pyramids of Giza
- Sphinx and Valley Temple
- Step Pyramid of Saqqara
- Citadel of Saladin
- Alabaster Mosque
- The Egyptian Museum
- El Moez Street
- Khan el-Khalili
- Hanging Church
- Coptic Quarter
- Karnak Temple
- Edfu Temple (Horus Temple)
- Kom Ombo Temple
- High Dam
- Philae Temple
- Unfinished Obelisk
- Abu Simbel Temples
- Nefertari Temple
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Colossi of Memnon
Itinerary for Egypt Round Trip 9 Days from Hurghada
First day - Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor & Visit Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and Embark on the Cruise
Around 6 AM, we pick you up from your hotel in Hurghada and drive you in a private luxury vehicle to Luxor (approx. 4 hours).
Don’t forget to request your breakfast box the day before.
A short break (~20 mins) is included along the way.
Upon arrival in Luxor, you will meet your experienced German-speaking Egyptologist.
Start the tour at Karnak Temple, a vast complex dedicated to the Theban gods and Pharaohs.
Then, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, followed by a visit to the Luxor Temple, dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship.
Finally, you’ll embark on your Nile cruise and enjoy dinner onboard.
Your guide will assist with check-in and inform you about the next day’s pickup.
Second day: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon – Overnight on the Cruise
After breakfast, visit the Valley of the Kings, burial site of New Kingdom Pharaohs like Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Hatshepsut.
After lunch, enjoy a one-hour Nile boat ride, then proceed to Hatshepsut Temple – an architectural marvel carved into limestone cliffs.
En route back to the ship, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues.
Third day: Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple – Overnight on the Cruise
After breakfast, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, then sail to Edfu.
Have lunch and afternoon tea onboard.
- Edfu Temple: dedicated to the falcon god Horus, built during the Ptolemaic era.
Kom Ombo Temple: located north of Aswan, built in the Ptolemaic and Roman periods.
Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight.
Fourth day: Philae Temple, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk – Overnight on the Cruise
After breakfast, explore Aswan’s attractions:
- Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, built between the 30th Dynasty and Roman era.
- Aswan High Dam, built between 1960 and 1971, which created Lake Nasser.
Unfinished Obelisk, providing insights into ancient stone-working techniques.
Return to your Nile cruise for overnight.
Fifth day: Visit Abu Simbel – Flight from Aswan to Cairo – Overnight in Cairo Hotel
Early morning (~3 AM), drive to Abu Simbel (3-hour drive).
The Abu Simbel Temples, cut into the rock during the reign of Ramses II, are among the most magnificent monuments in the world.
After the visit, transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight to Cairo.
Upon arrival, your German-speaking guide will meet you and transfer you to your hotel with a welcome drink (water and cola).
The guide will help with check-in and review the itinerary and pickup times.
Sixth day: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara – Overnight in Cairo Hotel
After breakfast, visit the Giza Plateau, including the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple.
Then continue to Saqqara, home of the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in Egypt.
After lunch in a restaurant, return to your hotel.
Seventh day: Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Khan El Khalili, El Moez Street
After breakfast, visit the Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square, with over 150,000 artifacts.
The museum was opened in 1902 and remains the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts.
Then enjoy lunch, followed by a tour of Islamic Cairo, including Khan El Khalili Bazaar and El Moez Street – a UNESCO World Heritage Site full of medieval architecture.
Return to the hotel for overnight.
Eighth day: Saladin Citadel, Alabaster Mosque, Coptic Quarter, Hanging Church
After breakfast, visit the Saladin Citadel, built in the 12th century to protect Cairo, and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali.
Continue to the Coptic Quarter, including the famous Hanging Church.
Return to your hotel for overnight.
Ninth day: National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) – Return to Hurghada
After breakfast, visit the NMEC, which showcases Egypt’s heritage from prehistoric times to today, including royal mummies presented through modern interactive technology.
Enjoy lunch before your transfer to Hurghada (approx. 7-hour drive with a 20-minute break en route).
After arrival in Hurghada, you can enjoy more tours if time allows:
- Meet & assist upon arrival and departure.
- All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle in Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.
- 4 nights in Cairo hotel with breakfast.
- 4 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise with full board.
- Domestic flight: Aswan → Cairo & Cairo → Hurghada
- Certified English-speaking tour guides
- All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All entrance fees to sights mentioned.
- Meals as indicated in the program.
- All meals except dinners in Cairo hotels.
- All service charges and taxes.
- Visa & tips
- Entry into pyramid interiors
- Entry to Tutankhamun's tomb
- Optional tours and personal expenses
- Dinners in Cairo and Aswan hotels
- Drinks at restaurants and hotels
- International flights
- Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids
- Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple
- Hot air balloon ride in Luxor
Payment is made in cash when picked up in:
- Euro
- Dollars
- Swiss franc
- Bank transfer
- PayPal
- Tax and insurance are included in the price
