14-Day Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise & Marsa Alam
This 14-day Egypt tour covers the country’s major ancient sites and time on the Red Sea, with a route planned to keep long transfers manageable. Begin in Cairo at the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo, then travel south for a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan. The final five nights in Marsa Alam give you time to swim, rest and choose optional sea activities after a busy sightseeing programme.
In Cairo, your guide puts the Pyramids of Giza into context beyond their familiar outline. See the scale of the pyramid fields, stand before the Sphinx and learn how the monuments fitted into ancient funerary beliefs. At the Cairo Museum, statues, coffins and royal objects provide useful background before you walk through Old Cairo, where historic mosques, churches and narrow streets show later chapters of the city’s history.
The Nile cruise sets a slower pace. Travelling by boat between Luxor and Aswan lets you watch the river landscape from the deck while your guide leads visits to the main temples. In Luxor, the Valley of the Kings holds decorated royal tombs cut into the desert hills. The Queen Hatshepsut Temple stands against the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon sit beside the route across the western bank. On the east bank, take time at Karnak Temple to examine its courts, columns and carved reliefs before an evening visit to Luxor Temple, where the avenue and illuminated stonework give the site a different feel.
Further south, the cruise includes Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temple complexes, reached by road from the riverboat on a typical shore excursion. Kom Ombo Temple is unusual because its sanctuary is dedicated to two deities; its reliefs and riverside setting make it a memorable stop. In Aswan, the High Dam shows how the Nile was reshaped in modern times, while a boat ride to Philae Temple—also sometimes written as Phiala Temple—takes you to a sacred island site relocated after the dam projects.
Abu Simbel is visited from Aswan as part of the southern extension of the route. The two Abu Simbel temples were cut into the rock during the reign of Ramses II, and the seated figures at the entrance are best understood with a guide who can explain the temples’ original setting and later relocation. The excursion means an early start and a longer road journey, so it suits travellers who want to see one of Nubia’s major monuments and are comfortable with a full sightseeing schedule.
After the historical part of the tour, Marsa Alam gives you a quieter base on the Red Sea coast. Spend five nights at an all-inclusive resort, use the beach and resort facilities, or arrange optional activities based on local conditions and your interests. It gives couples and families a useful break after major sightseeing, without changing accommodation every night. Travellers who prefer a short, relaxed break or dislike early starts may find the Cairo, cruise and Abu Simbel sections more demanding.
Our team arranges the main transfers, accommodation, sightseeing and coordination between each part of the route, with a licensed Egyptologist guiding the archaeological visits where relevant. The organised format takes care of airport and hotel transfers, cruise embarkation and excursion timings, so you can focus on the monuments rather than arranging transport between cities. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and modest clothing for religious sites; your final documents will confirm the exact hotel, cruise and transfer details.
Guided sightseeing with a licensed Egyptologist where applicable
Accommodation in Cairo, on the Nile cruise and at an all-inclusive resort in Marsa Alam
Excursion to Abu Simbel
Visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Cairo Museum and Old Cairo
Airport, hotel and intercity transfers included in the confirmed itinerary
Meals and resort services according to the confirmed package
Nile cruise sightseeing in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan
Personal expenses, drinks outside the included meal plan and laundry
International and domestic flights unless stated in the confirmed package
Entrance fees not specified as included
Egypt entry visa and personal travel insurance
Optional Red Sea activities and excursions
Tips for guides, drivers and cruise staff
Swimwear and a light cover-up for the Marsa Alam resort
Small day bag for temple and Abu Simbel excursions
Comfortable walking shoes for temples, tombs and uneven ground
Passport and any required visa documents
Cash for personal expenses and tips
Reusable water bottle and personal medication
Light clothing, a hat, sunglasses and high-factor sunscreen
Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for religious sites
This 14-day Egypt tour includes three nights in Cairo, a three-night Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan, visits to Egypt’s main ancient sites, a trip to Abu Simbel, and five nights at an all-inclusive resort in Marsa Alam to discover the Red Sea. The itinerary also covers planned transfers between the main destinations.
In Cairo, we visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Cairo Museum and Old Cairo. Cruise sightseeing includes the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, the High Dam and Philae Temple. Check the booking details for the exact inclusions, room arrangements and meal plan.
This 14-day Egypt itinerary combines guided sightseeing with time to rest, using three nights in Cairo, three nights on a Nile cruise and five nights in Marsa Alam rather than moving hotels every day. The busiest sightseeing is around Cairo and the cruise, while the final resort stay gives you time to slow down.
Some visits begin early to avoid the strongest daytime heat, especially the Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel and outdoor sites. The order of visits can change because of cruise schedules, local operating conditions or transport arrangements, while the main planned sights remain part of the programme.
Airport pickup and intercity transfers are arranged as part of the Egypt tour plan, connecting Cairo, the Nile cruise, Aswan, Abu Simbel and the Marsa Alam resort. Our team shares the meeting instructions and transfer details before arrival, so you know where to meet your representative after each travel leg.
Road journeys and sightseeing transfers can take several hours, particularly around Abu Simbel and the route to Marsa Alam. Please provide accurate arrival and departure details when booking and tell us about any mobility or luggage needs in advance.
This Egypt tour can suit families, couples and solo travellers, but it includes walking on uneven ground, steps, open courtyards and long visits in the sun at sites such as the Pyramids of Giza, Karnak Temple, Edfu Temple and Abu Simbel. Children generally enjoy the variety, while mobility needs should be discussed before booking.
The Nile cruise and resort provide quieter periods between visits. The Valley of the Kings and some temple areas may be difficult for wheelchairs or travellers who cannot manage steps, so we can review the itinerary and available assistance with you before confirming arrangements.
For this Egypt holiday, bring light, breathable clothing, comfortable closed shoes, sun protection, a hat, sunglasses, a reusable water bottle and a light layer for air-conditioned transport or cooler evenings. Clothing that covers shoulders and knees is respectful when visiting Old Cairo and religious or traditional places.
Pack any regular medication, a small day bag and a copy of your passport details. Swimwear is suitable at the Marsa Alam resort, but cover up when walking through public areas. The High Dam, Philae Temple and other outdoor sites have limited shade, so sun protection is useful throughout the sightseeing days.
You can request this 14-day Egypt tour by submitting your preferred travel dates, traveller details and room requirements, after which our team confirms the itinerary, availability and payment conditions. Cancellation terms depend on how far in advance you cancel and on non-refundable arrangements such as cruise, accommodation or transport bookings.
Before paying, ask us to confirm the current cancellation policy, what deposit applies and whether any amendment fees are relevant to your dates. We also recommend checking passport, visa and travel insurance requirements before finalising the booking.
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If you choose to pay online, a secure payment link can be provided after booking. For assistance or alternative payment options, please contact us via WhatsApp.
All our tour operators are licensed and verified by Egyptian tourism authorities.
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Your Itinerary
Welcome to Egypt. After you land in Cairo, our representative meets you at the airport, helps with the arrival process and takes you to your hotel. The transfer gives you time to settle in after your flight rather than starting sightseeing immediately.
Once you have checked in, the rest of the day is free. You may prefer to rest, take a short walk near the hotel or ask our team for practical advice about exchanging money, local customs and the next morning’s schedule. Your guide will confirm the arrangements for the first sightseeing day, including the vehicle and pickup details.
This first evening is deliberately light. Cairo traffic can make even short journeys take time, so keeping the arrival day flexible makes the start of the tour more comfortable. Overnight in Cairo.
After breakfast, your guide takes you to the Giza Plateau for the first major sightseeing day. You see the pyramids in their desert setting, with time to walk around the viewpoints, hear how the royal complexes were built and take photographs from several angles. Entry inside a pyramid, when available and selected separately, involves narrow passages and uneven surfaces.
The visit continues to The Sphinx, where the human-headed, lion-bodied monument faces the pyramid field. Your Egyptologist explains the symbolism of the statue and the surrounding temple remains before you pause for photos. The plateau is open and can feel hot, so comfortable shoes, a hat and water are useful.
After the tour, return to Cairo for a relaxed afternoon. You can use the time to rest or explore near your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
Your guide begins the day at Cairo Museum, where the collection follows Egypt’s history through statues, jewellery, coffins and objects from royal tombs. Allow time for your guide’s explanations as well as independent viewing; the displays reward a slower pace because many of the smaller objects carry important details.
Later, travel to Old Cairo for a change of setting. The area brings together historic churches, Islamic landmarks and narrow streets shaped by centuries of religious and commercial life. Your route is arranged around the sites open on the day, with time to enter the places included in your programme and to pause between visits.
The day involves walking on stone and sometimes uneven pavements. Modest clothing is respectful for religious buildings, and your guide will explain when shoes or head coverings are required. Return to the hotel for your final Cairo night, with the next morning set aside for travel to Luxor.
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo airport for the flight to Luxor. On arrival, our team takes you to the cruise boat, where you complete check-in and leave your luggage before beginning the day’s visits. Cruise schedules can vary, so the order of sightseeing may be adjusted to match the boat’s sailing time.
The first visit is Karnak Temple, a large complex developed by successive pharaohs over many centuries. Walk through the monumental entrance and the forest of columns while your guide points out the reliefs, sacred lake and areas added by different rulers. The scale becomes clearer as you move through the courtyards rather than viewing the site from one position.
Continue to Luxor Temple, where columns, statues and carved walls line the route through the precinct. Return to the boat for dinner and your first night on the Nile. Cabin allocation and meal arrangements are handled on board.
After breakfast, cross to Luxor’s west bank for a morning among royal tombs and memorial monuments. The Valley of the Kings contains decorated burial chambers cut into the hills. Your guide explains the beliefs behind the painted scenes, while the exact tombs open to visitors depend on the authorities and the cruise programme. Some entrances require steps and low passages.
Next, visit Queen Hatshepsut Temple, built into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari. The terraces, ramps and reliefs tell the story of her reign and her trading expedition to Punt. Continue to Colossi of Memnon, two large seated statues that once guarded the entrance to a vast mortuary temple.
Return to the boat for lunch and time to settle into the slower rhythm of cruising. Depending on the sailing plan, the boat may leave Luxor later in the day or continue after the evening programme. Overnight on board.
The boat continues south after breakfast, with the riverbanks changing from city edges to cultivated fields and villages. When the boat reaches Edfu, travel by the local transport arranged for the excursion to Edfu Temple. The well-preserved entrance, carved walls and long processional spaces make it easier to understand how worshippers moved through a Ptolemaic temple.
Return to the boat and sail onwards. Later, stop at Kom Ombo temple, an unusual double sanctuary dedicated to two different gods. Your guide shows how the paired halls and entrances reflect the temple’s shared design, then explains the reliefs connected with medicine, ritual and the Nile.
Most visits take place in strong daylight, while the boat’s sailing times depend on locks, river traffic and the cruise schedule. Wear shoes with a firm grip and keep a light layer nearby for the open deck. Dinner and overnight are on board as the boat continues towards Aswan.
After breakfast, leave the cruise boat in Aswan and collect your luggage before beginning the city’s sightseeing. The first stop is The High Dam, the major Nile engineering project that created Lake Nasser and changed farming, flood control and transport in southern Egypt. Your guide explains the project’s benefits and the archaeological work that moved several monuments before the lake formed.
Continue by boat across the water to Phiala Temple, set on Agilkia Island. The sanctuary was relocated stone by stone to protect it from flooding, and its courtyards, columns and reliefs remain closely linked to the worship of Isis. The boat ride is part of the visit, so allow extra time for boarding and disembarking.
After returning to Aswan, transfer to your hotel and spend the evening at a gentle pace. You may relax by the river or ask our team about a suitable local dinner. Overnight in Aswan.
Begin early for the overland journey to Abu Simbel. The road passes through the desert beside Lake Nasser, and the drive takes several hours, so bring water, sun protection and any medication you need during the day. Our team confirms the departure arrangements in advance and allows time for the return journey.
At the site, Abu Simbel temple is cut into the rock and fronted by four colossal statues of Ramesses II. Inside, decorated halls lead towards the sanctuary, while the smaller temple nearby honours Queen Nefertari. Your guide explains the temples’ original setting and the international campaign that moved them to higher ground.
After the visit, continue by road towards Marsa Alam. This is a long transfer, but it places you at the Red Sea resort for the five-night beach stay. Check in when you arrive and keep the evening free for rest. Overnight in Marsa Alam.
Wake up beside the Red Sea with no early historical sightseeing scheduled. After breakfast, settle into the resort and use the day at your own pace. You can swim in the pool, sit by the beach, read in the shade or speak with the resort team about optional activities such as snorkelling, diving or a boat outing. Sea activities depend on local conditions and availability.
Our team remains available if you need help arranging a transfer, confirming an excursion or understanding the resort facilities. Families can keep the day simple, while active travellers may choose a guided water activity suited to their experience.
Remember that sun exposure is strong even when the breeze feels cool. Reapply sunscreen, drink water and follow local guidance around swimming areas and reefs. Dinner and overnight are at the resort in Marsa Alam.
Today is set aside to Discover the Red Sea at a relaxed pace. After breakfast, choose how much activity you want. A reef outing can give you time in the water to see coral and fish, while a beach day keeps the schedule open for swimming, reading and rest. Snorkelling equipment and excursions are subject to the resort’s arrangements and the conditions at sea.
If you join a boat or guided water activity, listen carefully to the safety briefing and use the equipment provided. Travellers who prefer to stay on land can enjoy the resort facilities without needing to follow a fixed excursion timetable. Our team can help explain the available choices without adding pressure to the day.
Keep a cover-up and dry change of clothing handy, especially if you plan to move between the beach, pool and restaurant. Return to the resort for the evening and another overnight in Marsa Alam.
With the main transfers behind you, this free day lets you enjoy Marsa Alam without a packed sightseeing list. Start with breakfast, then choose a quiet morning by the water or an activity arranged through the resort. The coastline is suited to travellers who want a slower break after several days of temples, museums and long road journeys.
You may spend time at the pool, book a treatment where available or take a supervised swim in an approved area. If you are travelling with children, ask about the resort’s facilities and any age or supervision requirements before using them. Couples and solo travellers can keep the day private or join a shared excursion if one suits.
Our team can assist with practical questions, including tomorrow’s plans and luggage arrangements. Keep important documents, medication and valuables secure. Overnight at the resort in Marsa Alam.
This is your last full day at the Marsa Alam resort and a useful chance to leave the timetable empty. Enjoy breakfast, then return to a favourite part of the property or spend time on the coast. Travellers who have already snorkelled may prefer a beach walk, while others can ask about a final water activity or a short wellness session.
Take photographs, but keep the focus on a comfortable pace. Reef areas should be treated carefully: do not stand on coral, and follow the guide’s instructions around boats and marked swimming zones. Sea conditions and excursion departures can change, so the resort confirms the practical details locally.
Before dinner, check your luggage and keep the clothing and documents needed for tomorrow’s transfer accessible. Our team will reconfirm the next stage of the journey and explain where bags should be placed. Overnight at the resort in Marsa Alam.
After breakfast, check out of the resort and meet the driver for the transfer back towards Cairo. The journey is long, with desert and coastal landscapes replacing the resort setting, so carry water, snacks and any items you may need during the drive. The exact departure arrangement depends on the onward travel plan and will be confirmed by our team.
There may be scheduled comfort stops during the journey. Use them to stretch your legs and keep essential belongings with you rather than in the luggage compartment. Once you reach Cairo, check in at the arranged hotel and take the evening to rest after the transfer.
This night is included as a practical overnight before departure rather than as another sightseeing day. If your international flight is scheduled later, our team can confirm the airport transfer time and luggage procedure. Overnight in Cairo.
Enjoy breakfast according to your flight schedule, then check out and prepare for the airport transfer. Our representative helps coordinate the departure process and allows time for Cairo traffic, airport formalities and the required check-in window. Keep your passport, travel documents, medication and valuables in your hand luggage.
If your flight is later in the day, you may have a short period at the hotel before leaving. The timing should remain flexible because airport procedures and traffic can take longer than expected. Your guide or representative will confirm the meeting point and transfer details in advance.
As the tour ends, you leave with the practical memories of Cairo, the Nile, southern temples and your Red Sea stay. Check that you have collected every bag before entering the terminal, particularly after a multi-stop holiday.