Budget Tour · Cairo, Nile Cruise & Hurghada
HAPI – 10 Days (Cairo – Nile cruise & Hurghada)
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Tour Overview
This 10-day Nile cruise and beach holiday links Cairo, a three-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor and a stay at a Red Sea resort in Hurghada, at a budget price. It suits travelers who want the main temples with a guide and are happy to save money by traveling overland on a sleeper train and by road rather than on domestic flights.
At a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Length | 10 days / 9 nights |
| Route | Cairo, sleeper train to Aswan, Nile cruise to Luxor, road to Hurghada, return to Cairo |
| Where you sleep | Mamlouk Pyramids Hotel (Cairo), First Class Sleeper Train, La Sara Nile Cruise, Hilton Plaza Resort (Hurghada) |
| Meals | Breakfast in Cairo, dinner and breakfast on the train, full board on the cruise, soft all-inclusive in Hurghada |
| Guiding | English-speaking guide on private sightseeing in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor |
| Entrance fees | Included for all sites on the itinerary |
| Price from | $1,220 per person sharing a double room, May to September |
How the trip fits together
The route runs south to north. After a full day at the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, you board the overnight train in the evening, which saves both a hotel night and a flight. You wake in Aswan and join the cruise straight away, visiting the High Dam and Philae Temple that afternoon. The boat then sails downstream with stops at Kom Ombo and Edfu, and Luxor gives you Karnak, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank before you leave the ship.
From Luxor a bus takes you across the desert to Hurghada, a drive of about four hours, and you return to Cairo by bus at the end of your beach stay. Day 2 is the longest of the trip, with two major sites before the train, so plan on an early start.
Who it suits
This is a good fit if you want to see the Nile Valley properly on a limited budget and do not mind long road journeys. Meals on the cruise and at the Hurghada resort are covered, which keeps daily spending predictable. If you would rather skip the train or the bus back to Cairo, ask about swapping in flights when you book; that changes the price.
Easy changes
- Add Abu Simbel by road as an optional excursion while the cruise is in Aswan.
- Extend the beach stay if you want more than a short break on the Red Sea.
- Upgrade the Cairo hotel or the cruise ship for a more comfortable version of the same route.
When to go
October to April is cooler for Aswan and Luxor and costs $1,410 per person in a double room. May to September is hot in the south but cheaper at $1,220 per person in a double, and the Red Sea is warm for swimming.
To change the route or the hotels, ask us for a tailor-made version, or compare other budget Egypt tours.
Tour Highlights
English-Speaking tour guide/leader
All transfers by air-conditioning vehicle
Meet at the airport upon arrival
3 Nights Nile cruise
2 nights in Cairo hotels
1 night on a sleeper train
Meals mentioned in the itinerary
3 Nights in Hurghada hotel
Tour Itinerary
Meet at Cairo airport upon arrival by a Delta Tours Egypt representative who will assist you through airport customs and formalities. You will be escorted immediately to your hotel by an air-conditioned modern fleet. Meet with your tour guide and tour manager to review your holiday itinerary and confirm pick-up times for each tour.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hotel
Meals: Welcome Drink
After breakfast,
You will be accompanied by your friendly expert Egyptologist guide to explore the City of Cairo. Transfer to the Giza plateau to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the only one that remains. Giza plateau, where rise the three pyramids of Cheops, Chephren & Mycrenios, which are considered an awesome man-made structure constructed of giant stone blocks, and near the Sphinx, the steadfast guard of the land of pharaohs, featuring the mask of Chephren and the body of a Lion keeps watch over them. Transfer to visit the Grand Egyptian museum where you can see more than 250.000 pieces of art dating back to 5000 years, and the most important display is the fabulous treasures of Tutankhamen, especially the solid golden mask.
Transfer to Cairo railway station to travel to Aswan by sleeper train
Accommodation: Overnight on the sleeper train to Aswan
Melas: Breakfast, Lunch.
Meet at Aswan railway station upon arrival and transfer to your cruise for embarkation. Tour to visit the world-famous High Dam, an engineering miracle, it was built in 1960 & it provides electricity and irrigation for the whole of Egypt. Then enjoy a short boat trip to Agilika Island to visit Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis and it includes various shrines and sanctuaries. Transfer back to your Nile Cruise. Lunch on board your Nile cruise. PM-International buffet dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast,
Tour to visit Komombo Temple, a double temple dedicated to 2 Gods. The right-hand temple is dedicated to the crocodile god, Sebek, while the left-hand Temple is dedicated to Horus the Great, the solar god of war. Transfer back to your Nile cruise for lunch. Tour to visit the best-preserved temple of the ancient world, Edfu Temple, dedicated to God Horus. continental dinner buffet.
Accommodation: Overnight on Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner..
After breakfast
transfer to your cruise for embarkation. Tour to visit the east bank of the Nile, the temple of Luxor & the temple of Karnak, which were linked together by an avenue of ram-headed Sphinxes. Rightly justifying Luxor’s reputation as the largest open-air museum and one of the greatest archaeological sites in the world. Transfer back to your Nile cruise. Lunch on board your Nile cruise. Free time at leisure to explore the City of Luxor and markets.
Accommodation: Overnight on cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Disembarkation from your Nile cruise after breakfast.
Tour to visit the West Bank of the Nile, including the Valley of the Kings, a complex of burial chambers for the Pharaohs from Thutmose I. Then, visit Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon, the two gigantic statues.
Transfer to Hurghada by air-conditioned modern bus (4 Hours’ Drive). Arrive at Hurghada, one of the most famous tourist resorts on the Red Sea coast, and an international center for aquatic sports. You will be escorted to your all-inclusive hotel. dinner will be served in the
Accommodation: Overnight at the hotel in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Free day at leisure in Hurghada. Overnight at your hotel in Hurghada.
Accommodation: Overnight at the hotel in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast
Free day at leisure where you can enjoy all kinds of water sports like windsurfing, sailing, deep-sea fishing, or you can relax on the beach with your family, enjoying the sun and the warm water.
Accommodation: Overnight in Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Check out of the hotel after breakfast,
Free day at leisure to explore the city of Hurghada. Transfer to Hurghada bus station to travel back to Cairo. Arrive in Cairo and transfer to the hotel by
Accommodation: Overnight in Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your final departure
Meals: Breakfast
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Inclusions
- Meet and greet service by our representatives upon your airport arrival
- All transfers via private air-conditioned vehicle
- Sleeper train tickets from Cairo to Aswan
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Cairo including daily breakfast
- Accommodation for 1 nights on the train including dinner and breakfast
- Accommodation for 3 nights on 5 stars Nile Cruise ship full board
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Hurghada soft all inclusive
- Private sightseeing tours in Cairo (listed on itinerary)
- Private sightseeing tours in Luxor & Aswan (listed on itinerary)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned on the itinerary
- All meals mentioned on the itinerary
- All service charges and taxes
Exclusions
- International Airfare
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Any optional tours
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping.
Tour Prices
OCT-APRIL
Per Person in Triple Room
$1280
Per Person in Double Room
$1410
One Person Traveling Alone
$2178
MAY-SEPT
Per Person in Triple Room
$1220
Per Person in Double Room
$1220
One Person Traveling Alone
$2100
Mamlouk Pyramids Hotel
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First Class Sleeper Train
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La Sara Nile Cruise
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Hilton Plaza Resort
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Important Notes
👨👩👧 Delta Tours Child Policy:
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (except for flight tickets where airline rules apply).
- 2 – 5.99 years: Pay 25% of adult price (if there is a flight tickets).
- 6 – 11.99 years: Pay 50% of adult price (sharing parents’ room/cabin).
- 12 years and above: Considered an adult and pay full price.
Notes:
- Child discounts apply when sharing a room/cabin with two full-paying adults.
- If a child requires a separate room, the full adult rate applies.
- Some tours, cruises, or hotels may have different rules; in that case, the stricter policy applies.
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Nile Cruise and Red Sea Holiday: What Travelers Ask
You travel overnight on a first class sleeper train after the Giza and museum day. Dinner and breakfast on board are included.
The cruise is on the La Sara Nile Cruise for three nights on full board. The inclusions describe it as a 5-star ship.
The beach stay is at the Hilton Plaza Resort on a soft all-inclusive basis, with free time to swim or join optional water sports.
From October to April it costs $1,280 per person in a triple room, $1,410 in a double and $2,178 for one person traveling alone. From May to September the rates are 1,220, $1,350 and $2,100.
Yes. The inclusions cover entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary, including Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.
The itinerary lists the bus journey at about four hours.
No. Internal travel is by train and road, and international airfare is excluded, so you book your own flights into and out of Cairo.
International airfare, the Egypt entry visa, optional tours, extras outside the program and tips are not included.
Our Clients Feedback
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DebbieMel
“Our Egypt trip was perfectly organized with excellent guides, smooth transfers, and constant support from arrival until departure.”
Luciano M
“Professional service, knowledgeable guides, and excellent communication made our experience smooth, enjoyable, and completely stress-free throughout."”
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Isadora R
“Every detail was handled professionally, from airport assistance to transportation, making us feel comfortable and cared for every day.”
Maria S.
“Excellent organization, punctual drivers, and friendly staff created an unforgettable experience across Cairo, Luxor, and the Nile Valley”
Peter D.
“Knowledgeable Egyptologists and carefully planned sightseeing tours made every destination fascinating, educational, and easy to explore comfortably”
Laura C
“Private transportation, responsive support, and flexible arrangements helped create a relaxing journey that exceeded all our expectations completely.”
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