The most popular time to visit Egypt is from October to May. Nights will be cool and most days warm and sunny, although in December and January daytime temperatures can be cool. In the summer months temperatures can reach over 40 degrees Celsius but planning your day effectively can mean avoiding crowds and enjoying a less crowded visit to some of the most popular sites in the world. Temperatures in the desert can vary between day and night, being very hot during the day but much cooler once the sun goes down.
Tour Overview
Ancient pyramids and temples
Egypt is full of history and on this highlights trip you will travel from the Great Pyramids of Giza, through Luxor and the Valley of the Kings to Aswan, where you will visit Philae Temple, situated on a picturesque island, and often referred to as the 'Pearl of Egypt'. Travelling the majority of your trip by Nile cruise boat you will see some great ancient sites and daily life of the locals, before heading to the Red Sea for a relaxing stay on the beach.
Enriching tailormade journeys – for you
This bespoke journey features some of our favourite spots in Egypt. You can choose to take our destination experts’ recommendations and travel just as you see the itinerary here, or contact us to add your own special touches; add a trip to Abu Simbel or spend the evening with a Nubian family. We’re here to design your perfect holiday. Call us on 0844 875 1897.
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Leave the UK and fly to Cairo, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Grand Pyramids Hotel
Grand Pyramids Hotel
Located within easy reach of both the city centre and the pyramids the Grand Pyramids hotel offers its guests a comfortable stay. Rooms are spacious, and have a private balcony with views over the gardens, swimming pool or the pyramids. Facilities at the hotel include a choice of restaurants and bars, an outdoor and indoor swimming pool, and a fitness centre.
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Cairo sightseeing
Begin your Egyptian adventure at the impressive Pyramids of Giza, which have dominated Cairo’s skyline for 4500 years. Be guided through the antiquities of the Egyptian Museum and see the impressive treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb. This evening, join the overnight train to Luxor.
Transfer from your overnight train to your cruise boat. This afternoon visit Karnak temple, considered by many to be Egypt finest, it is a maze of hieroglyphic decorated pillars.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Movenpick Royal Lily Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Movenpick Royal Lily
The Movenpick Royal Lily is a luxurious cruise boat with five decks and more than 60 cabins. The sundeck has a pool and covered seating area and facilities include two restaurants, a gym and choice of bars and lounges, for sailing in true style.
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Cruise to Edfu
Your cruise takes you to the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, two statues standing almost 18 metres high.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Movenpick Royal Lily Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Cruise to Kom Ombo
Continuing down the Nile, today you have the opportunity to visit one of Egypts largest temples, Edfu temple, dedicated to the falcon headed God Horus. You will also visit Kom Ombo temple, famous for its twin temples which overlooks the Nile.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Movenpick Royal Lily Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Aswan
Today your cruise takes you to Aswan and a visit to the High Dam, Philae Temple located on an island in the Nile, and the Unfinished Obelisk still in its original location within a granite quarry.
Overnight Comfort Level Cruise Boat
in Movenpick Royal Lily Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Transfer to El Gouna
Today you transfer the Red Sea resort of El Gouna
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Sultan Bey Included meals: Breakfast
Sultan Bey
Sultan Bey is a well-located hotel, near to Zeytouna beach. Built in traditional Egyptian style, the hotel has a large swimming pool, selection of restaurants and bars and gymnasium. Rooms are en-suite and air-conditioned and have views of the lagoon or courtyard.
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El Gouna
Time to relax on the beach, or you may choose to take a boat trip around the islands and coral reefs, great for snorkelling!
Overnight Comfort Level Hotel
in Sultan Bey Included meals: Breakfast
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Fly to UK
This morning you transfer to the airport for your flight home.
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