7 Day Nile Cruise and Stay from Hurghada
Hotel accommodation, a cruise cabin, transfers and Egyptologist-led visits are arranged across Hurghada and the Nile.
At a glance
- Length
- 7 days · 6 nights
- Departs
- Daily
The short answer
This package combines a Hurghada hotel stay with a four-night Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt and operated by a third-party cruise supplier.
- Archaeology & history
- Cultural
- Diving & snorkelling
- Couples
Snapshot
Good to know
- Duration
- Seven days / six nights
- Travel style
- Egyptologist-Guided Nile Cruise Package
- Accommodation
- Hotel accommodation in Hurghada plus an arranged Nile cruise cabin; comfort level selected at booking
- Operated by
- Arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt
- Destinations
- Hurghada · Luxor · The Nile River · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
- Includes
- Hurghada hotel accommodation · Four-night Nile cruise cabin · Arranged intercity and airport transfers · Standard entrance fees for included sightseeing · Egyptologist guide · Visits to major Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan monuments
- Best for
- First-time Egypt visitors · History enthusiasts · Couples · Families with older children · Travellers combining the Red Sea coast with a Nile cruise
- Guide languages
- Arabic · English · French · German · Italian · Spanish
Best time to go
The most comfortable months are October to April, when daytime temperatures in Luxor and Aswan are generally milder than in summer, although sightseeing still involves strong sun. May to September is hotter, particularly in Upper Egypt; travel during Ramadan or major Egyptian holidays may involve adjusted opening times, traffic and operating schedules.
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- The company is Class-A licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism.
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a member of the Egyptian Travel Agents Association, ETAA #718.
- Sightseeing is provided with an Egyptologist guide.
- Transfers and itinerary logistics are arranged by an on-the-ground Egyptian operator.
- The cruise vessel and hotels are supplied and operated by third parties; Discovery Tours Egypt arranges these services rather than owning or operating them.
02Overview
A first look
By late afternoon, Hurghada’s marina catches the low sun, while the Red Sea air carries salt from the waterfront and dry heat from the Eastern Desert. The change is gradual: hotel mornings give way to Nile sailing, with palms, cultivated fields and village life unfolding beyond the deck. You will examine temple carvings and broad courtyards with our Egyptologist, then return to the river for a quieter view as the light fades. Unlike a coastal holiday alone, this programme lets you see how sharply Egypt’s desert, farmland and ancient monuments contrast. We arrange the connections between hotel and cruise cabin, with the confirmed vessel and pickup details provided before departure.
Background
The facts
This seven-day Egypt holiday combines hotel accommodation in Hurghada with a four-night Nile cruise itinerary and arranged transfers between the Red Sea coast and the Nile Valley. The programme includes hotel nights in Hurghada, a cruise cabin, sightseeing with an Egyptologist guide and standard entrance fees for the listed monuments. The specific hotel, vessel and sailing schedule are confirmed according to availability at booking.
The land-to-river transfer travels from Hurghada to Luxor, approximately 290 kilometres by road depending on the route and final transfer point. Nile sightseeing begins at Luxor’s Karnak Temple complex, including the Sacred Lake, and Luxor Temple on the east bank. On the west bank, the itinerary visits the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings with three tombs, and the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari.
The cruise route continues south towards Aswan, with visits to the Ptolemaic Temple of Edfu and the temple shared by Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo. In Aswan, included sightseeing covers Philae Temple, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk. The return transfer to Hurghada is arranged after the cruise portion, followed by a hotel night and airport departure transfer according to the confirmed schedule.
Standard entrance fees for the included sightseeing are covered. Pyramid interiors, optional experiences, flights, gratuities, personal expenses and meals not expressly listed in the confirmed itinerary are excluded. The cruise is arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt and operated by a third-party cruise supplier; Discovery Tours Egypt does not own or operate the vessel or hotel.
Named in this entry
Hurghada·Nile River·Luxor·Karnak Temple·Luxor Temple·The Valley of the Kings site·Hatshepsut's funerary temple·Deir el-Bahari·Edfu Temple·Temple at Kom Ombo·Philae Temple·High Dam at Aswan·Unfinished Obelisk·Ancient Thebes and its Necropolis
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This itinerary suits first-time visitors to Egypt, couples and families who want to combine Red Sea time with guided visits to major Pharaonic monuments. Travellers should be comfortable with early starts, walking across uneven temple and archaeological surfaces, and changing between hotel, road-transfer and cruise accommodation.
Maybe not, if
- Choose a slower Hurghada-only holiday if you want to avoid long transfers and early sightseeing. It is not a good fit for travellers who need step-free access or cannot manage stairs and uneven archaeological surfaces.
What lingers
- 01Combine time in Hurghada with a Nile cruise within one seven-day itinerary
- 02See the contrast between the Red Sea coast and the Nile River
- 03Explore included sightseeing with an Egyptologist guide
- 04Stay in a hotel and a cabin aboard a Nile cruise vessel
- 05The hotel, vessel and sailing schedule are confirmed at booking
Honest assessment
The honest pluses and minuses, as our own team sees them after running this trip.
Highlights
- Balances Red Sea resort time with Nile and temple visits
- Includes an Egyptologist for sightseeing at ancient sites
- Hotel and cruise-cabin accommodation are arranged together
- Daily departures offer flexibility when choosing a start date
Things to Consider
- Long road transfers can make travel days tiring
- Early sightseeing starts help avoid Upper Egypt's strongest heat
- Uneven stone paths and stairs limit stroller access
- Hotel, vessel and sailing schedule depend on availability
Worth knowing
How this compares
Most Hurghada holidays focus on the Red Sea coast. This itinerary adds guided visits to ancient sites along the Nile. Most standalone Nile cruises begin in Luxor or Aswan; this package also includes a Hurghada stay, with the hotel and vessel assigned at booking.
Day by day
Detailed itinerary
Seven days / six nights · Hurghada · Luxor · The Nile River · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
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Choose your comfort level
Prices are per person in GBP, from 2 people sharing a double room, including accommodation.
| Comfort level | Where you stay | October – Aprilcurrent season | May – September |
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| Comfort | Hurghada Swiss Inn Resort Hurghada Nile Cruise Tower Prestige | October – April: from £1,118 | May – September: from £983 |
| Classic | Hurghada AMC Royal Hotel & Spa Nile Cruise Sun Times · Stephanie | October – April: from £1,169 | May – September: from £983 |
| Prestige | Hurghada Hilton Hurghada Plaza Nile Cruise Sonesta Moon Goddess · Nile Serenity | October – April: from £1,633 | May – September: from £1,412 |
You'll stay in these properties, or a similar choice of the same quality. Choose your date in the booking panel for the exact price.
Bundled in
- Red Sea extension
Not bundled in
- Domestic flights
The fine print
What's included – and what is left out
Included
- Hotel accommodation in Hurghada or another location confirmed for your itinerary
- Accommodation in a cabin aboard a Nile cruise vessel
- Transfers needed for the confirmed itinerary
- Standard entry fees for the sightseeing included in your itinerary
- Services of an Egyptologist guide
Not included
- International and domestic flights, unless your booking specifically includes them
- Meals not listed in your confirmed itinerary
- Tips for guides, drivers and cruise staff
- Personal spending, drinks and laundry
- Optional activities and entry to pyramid interiors, unless specifically requested
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
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Allow for traffic variation on the 285-kilometre road journey between Hurghada and Luxor.
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Keep sun protection and water accessible during outdoor visits in Luxor and Aswan.
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Wear modest clothing when visiting religious sites, including temples still used for worship.
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Pack a small day bag separately so essential items remain easy to reach during transfers.
Tailor it
Make it yours
The package can be arranged with private transfers and guiding, subject to availability, and hotel and cruise accommodation can be selected from the listed comfort levels. Travellers may request optional experiences, additional nights in Hurghada or Cairo, upgraded accommodation, or extra sightseeing, with any supplements confirmed before booking.
Your own specialist deals with each request before you book.
Where it fits
This seven-day holiday combines time in Hurghada with a Nile cruise, linking Red Sea coast time to Egypt’s river itinerary. Add Cairo before or after if you want to include the Giza Plateau and the Egyptian Museum.
Accessibility
Who can join this
This itinerary involves walking on uneven ancient surfaces, stone paving, sand and steps at Egyptian archaeological sites. Boarding and leaving the Nile cruise vessel may require using a sloped gangway, and some temples and tombs have narrow passages, high thresholds or steep stairs. Shade can be limited at midday. Transfer vehicles are not assumed to be wheelchair accessible unless arranged in advance. A folding wheelchair may be possible, subject to vehicle and vessel space. Please contact us before booking so our team can review mobility needs, equipment and assistance at each site.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport
- Details of your travel insurance
- Sturdy walking shoes with good grip
- A sun hat and shades
- SPF 50+ sun cream
- A reusable water bottle
- Any medication you need
- A compact daypack
What to wear
- Light, loose-fitting clothes
- Breathable layers for variable temperatures
- Clothing covering shoulders and knees at temples and religious sites
- Supportive shoes for walking
- Swimwear and a suitable cover-up
- A lightweight scarf or shawl for shade and modesty
Children & families
Children may join, although this itinerary has no stated minimum age. The child rate varies according to age, sailing and the arrangements agreed at booking, so please ask for a child quotation before paying. Strollers may be difficult to manage on sand, uneven temple surfaces, steps and cruise gangways; a compact, foldable model is more practical than a full-sized stroller. High-chair provision varies by cruise and dining supplier, so please check in advance.
The morning of
Meeting point & timing
- Where
- Arrivals at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)Map
On the ground
Your route
While you're here
Worth pairing
- Hurghada MarinaRight here
- El DaharRight here
- Giftun IslandsRight here
Why book this with us
Three reasons, stated plainly
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Combines Hurghada hotel time with a four-night Nile cruise
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Standard sightseeing entrance fees are included
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Cruise vessel and hotel are confirmed for your dates
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
We arrange transport with locally operated vehicles and work with Egyptian guides, drivers, cruise suppliers and other service providers along the Hurghada to Nile Valley route. This keeps guiding, transport and visitor spending within the communities visited. River travel can reduce the need for separate road journeys between some sightseeing locations, although road transfers are still required between Hurghada and the cruise embarkation point. We do not claim that this tour is carbon neutral. A refillable bottle and declining unnecessary single-use plastic can help reduce waste.
Licensed Egyptologist guides
State-licensed, and people we have worked with for years
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' site rules: marked paths, no touching reliefs
Local teams, real help
Our own offices in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Sharm El Sheikh
·In summary
Luxor is about 285 kilometres from Hurghada by road, linking the Red Sea coast with Nile Valley sites. The listed sightseeing spans ancient Thebes, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan, including the Valley of the Kings and Philae Temple.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01How long is the 7 Day Nile Cruise and Stay from Hurghada?
The itinerary lasts seven days, combining time in Hurghada with a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan. The hotel and cruise vessel are arranged as part of the same holiday. Exact hotel and sailing details depend on availability and are confirmed before travel.02How are transfers arranged between Hurghada and the Nile cruise?
Transfers for the itinerary are arranged, including the journeys between Hurghada and the Nile Valley. The route crosses the Eastern Desert, and the precise departure times are confirmed before travel. International and domestic flights are not included unless your booking specifically says otherwise.03What is included in this Hurghada and Nile cruise holiday?
The package includes hotel accommodation, a cruise cabin, required itinerary transfers, standard entry fees for included visits and an Egyptologist guide. Meals are included only when listed in your confirmed itinerary. The hotel and vessel are third-party arrangements, with their details confirmed at booking.04Which things are excluded from the 7 Day Nile Cruise and Stay from Hurghada?
Flights, unlisted meals, gratuities, drinks, laundry and personal expenses are not included unless your booking states otherwise. Optional activities and entry to pyramid interiors are also excluded unless requested. Check your confirmed itinerary for the meals and any additional experiences included in your arrangement.05How physically demanding is the Nile cruise and sightseeing itinerary?
Expect walking over uneven ancient stone, exposure to sun and stairs aboard the cruise vessel. Visits at Luxor West Bank, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan involve standing and walking. Tell us about mobility needs before booking so we can check what adjustments are possible; access varies by site and vessel.06Can children join the Hurghada and Nile cruise holiday?
Children can travel on this itinerary, but no minimum age or child-specific programme is stated. Temple visits involve walking, heat and periods of standing, while sailing and transfer times may be tiring for younger children. Share children’s ages when enquiring so arrangements and pacing can be discussed.07What should I pack and wear for the Nile cruise and temple visits?
Bring comfortable walking shoes, a sun hat, sunglasses, high-factor sunscreen and any personal medicines. Light clothing is useful in warm weather. Cover shoulders and knees when visiting temples and mosques; take a light layer for cooler evenings, particularly in winter.08Can I take photographs at the temples and tombs on this itinerary?
Photography rules vary by site, tomb and ticket type, so check with your Egyptologist before taking pictures. Flash may be prohibited, and some tombs require a separate photography ticket or do not allow photography. Follow posted rules and staff instructions, especially inside the Valley of the Kings.09When is the best season for this Nile cruise and Hurghada holiday?
October to April generally brings milder conditions for sightseeing in Luxor and Aswan. Summer heat can be intense in Upper Egypt, particularly around exposed temple sites. Winter is more comfortable for walking, though evenings can feel cooler; pack layers and sun protection in every season.10Which ancient sites are visited on the Nile cruise route?
The sightseeing route includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Mortuary Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple and Philae Temple. Visits also include the Colossi of Memnon, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk. The schedule may depend on the confirmed sailing arrangements.
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
What you receive back if you cancel depends on how far ahead of your holiday you let us know and the kind of holiday you book. See our current cancellation and refund terms
Last updated 8 March 2025Product ID: TOU-HRG-147080
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