Private Guided 8-Day Nile Cruise from Hurghada to Luxor & Aswan (Abu Simbel by Road)
At a glance
- Length
- 8 days · 7 nights
- Departs
- Daily
Snapshot
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 days
- Destinations
- Abu Simbel Temples · Philae Temple (Isis) · Aswan High Dam · Kom Ombo Temple · Edfu Temple · Valley of the Kings (Luxor) · Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari) · Karnak Temple · Luxor Temple · Nile River (cruise route)
02Overview
A first look
An eight-day Nile cruise vacation designed for travelers staying on the Red Sea: private road transfers from Hurghada to Luxor and back, a full-board cruise to Aswan, and Egyptologist-guided sightseeing at the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Edfu, and Kom Ombo along the way.
What lingers
- 01Certified Egyptologist guide for all shore excursions
- 02Abu Simbel full-day excursion by private road transfer from Aswan
- 037 nights on a comfortable Nile cruise with full-board dining
- 04Hassle-free transfers Hurghada ⇄ Luxor; embark/disembark included
- 05Standard site entrance fees included (Valley of the Kings ticket covers 3 tombs)
- 06Small-group or private options and customizable upgrades available
Indicative rates only – pricing and departure fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Bundled in
- Private transfer
- Full board
- Private Egyptologist
- All entry tickets
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor (start of cruise)
- Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada (end of cruise)
- 7 nights accommodation onboard Nile cruise (overnight on the Nile)
- Abu Simbel by road full-day tour from Aswan (transport and guided visit)
- Daily sightseeing tours as per itinerary with a certified Egyptologist guide
- Full-board meals on board the cruise (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bottled water during excursions and on board
- Standard site entrance fees (included). Note: the standard Valley of the Kings ticket permits entry to 3 general tombs; standard Giza entry covers the plateau and the Sphinx
- All port taxes, service charges and local taxes related to the cruise and included tours
Not included
- Gratuities for guides and drivers (proper tipping is not included)
- Entering the interior of the Pyramids (not included)
- Tutankhamun and Seti I tombs (entry to these specific tombs is excluded)
- Optional extras and personal activities (e.g., hot-air balloon flight in Luxor)
- Beverages other than bottled water and bar bills on board
- Egypt entry visa and any required travel documents
- International flights to/from Egypt and airport departure taxes
- Personal expenses, travel insurance, and any items of a personal nature
On the ground
Your route
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01How do I get from Hurghada to the cruise?
By private air-conditioned road transfer from your Red Sea hotel to the boat in Luxor — around four to five hours each way — with the return transfer at the end of the cruise included in the package.02What is included in the price?
Full-board meals on the cruise, guided shore excursions with a licensed Egyptologist, and standard entrance fees at the listed sites (the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Edfu, and Kom Ombo). Drinks and gratuities for the guide and crew are not included.03What does “standard” mean?
A comfortable, well-run 5-star Nile cruiser at an accessible price — full-board dining, a sun deck with pool, and the same Egyptologist-guided sightseeing as the pricier boats, without the boutique extras.04Is this suitable for children?
Yes — families cruise the Nile year-round and children are welcome on board. Child rates depend on age and cabin arrangement; tell us your family setup and we will price it for you.05Are tips included?
No — tipping is customary in Egypt but always at your discretion. Gratuities for the Egyptologist guide, driver, and cruise crew are not included in the price.06What should I pack and wear?
Light, breathable layers, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is appreciated when visiting temples. Evenings on the river can be cool in winter, so bring a light jacket.
If plans change
Cancellation
- More than 30 days
- Full refund less a £50 admin fee
- 15–30 days
- 50% refund
- Within 14 days
- No refund – date changes considered case by case
Last updated 17 May 2026Product ID: TOU-NIL-759710
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