Wonderful 8 Days Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada Tour
This 8-day Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour uncovers Egypt's iconic ancient landmarks, Red Sea relaxation, and expert-guided sightseeing. The Trips in Egypt team will create a seamless vacation for every traveler by delivering premium accommodations, private transfers, and a skilled tour guide to ensure this 8-day vacation delivers absolute comfort, culture, history, and relaxation. This comprehensive package includes 5-star hotels, domestic flights, a 1st-class train transfer from Aswan to Luxor, private air-conditioned vehicles, expert guides, entrance fees, and selected meals.
This balanced itinerary combines ancient sightseeing with coastal leisure, allowing you to enjoy premium service while exploring some of Egypt’s most iconic ancient monuments. You will discover the legendary treasures of Cairo and Luxor, including the Giza Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Saqqara Step Pyramid, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar. These monumental sites reveal Egypt’s artistic, religious, and architectural legacy. Additionally, you will visit the colossal temples of Abu Simbel before heading to the Red Sea Riviera in Hurghada, where vibrant marine life and stunning beaches offer the vacation of your dreams.
Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Aswan and from Hurghada to Cairo.
All transfers will be by a private, modern air-conditioned vehicle.
2 nights accommodation at a 5* hotel in Cairo.
1 night accommodation at a 5* hotel in Luxor.
1 night accommodation at a 5* hotel in Aswan.
3 nights accommodation at a 5* hotel in Hurghada.
Professional Egyptologist tour guides during all your tours.
All service charges and taxes.
Lunch meals during the day trips.
Entrance fees to all sites we mentioned in the itinerary.
Cairo Nile dinner cruise with a gourmet open buffet and folklore entertainment.
Introductory diving and snorkeling excursion in Hurghada with a professional instructor and equipment.
International airfare.
Egypt entry visa.
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tipping.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival at Cairo Airport - Check in at 5-star Hotel
Your 8-day Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour will kick off on the first day with your arrival at Cairo Airport. Our representative will assist you with arrival procedures and luggage collection before being chauffeured to your pre-booked 5-star hotel in a private air-conditioned car.
Dinner Meal
Later in the evening, you'll embark on a delightful dinner cruise along the enchanting Nile River, followed by a captivating belly dancing show accompanied by a folklore band that features the traditional Tanoura spin of the whirling dervishes of Egypt.
Overnight
Finally, you'll return to your hotel for the overnight stay.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Day 2
Visit Pyramids - Fly to Aswan City
Your second day of the 8-day Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour will begin with a delicious breakfast at your Cairo hotel. After breakfast, your tour guide will accompany you to visit some of the top attractions included in your itinerary, which are:
Giza Pyramids Complex
The Giza pyramids complex has the power to tell the history and achievements of ancient Egypt. and shed light on the divine nature of the greatest civilization on earth that spanned for over 5000 years.
The Great Pyramid
The extraordinary Pyramid of Khufu is one of the most recognized archaeological attractions on the face of the earth, which was built around 2570 BC to reach a height of currently stands at 138.5 meters (454.4 ft) and became the final resting place of Pharaoh Khufu (2609 BC - 2584 BC). It holds great value and has acted as a source of great inspiration.
The Magical Sphinx
The prominentGreat Sphinx is a golden piece of art and beauty that has offered divine protection from the golden Giza pyramids complex, and the traditionally associated with King Khafre (2558–2532 BC) has spread the incredible vision to make great rulers like Thutmose IV as seen across the Dream Stele.
The Valley Temple
The Valley Temple has offered the ultimate means toassociated with royal mortuary and purification rituals and narrate incredible tales that date to the old kingdom (2686 – 2134 BC). The valley temple is one of the best-preserved archeological sites in all of Egypt that is able to explore many thrilling facts.
The Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum is One of the world's largest and most technologically advanced archaeological museums that has some of the most magical and extraordinary archaeological treasures ever made. The Grand Egyptian Museum houses over 100,000 artifacts, including the Hanging Obelisk, Ramses II statue, and the complete Tutankhamun collection, the epic Royal Regalia, the Grand Atrium, and more.
Lunch Meal
After a day full of adventure and exploration, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a mouth-watering lunch at either a Pyramid view or Nile view restaurant. Following lunch, your tour will continue with visits to the following attractions:
Saqqara Step Pyramid
The innovative Saqqara Step Pyramid revolutionized construction in Egypt through the brilliant vision of Imhotep, the vizier of King Djoser, between 2670 and 2650 BC. This limestone structure, rising to a height of 62 meters, consists of six steps and represents the earliest large-scale stone pyramid complex in Egypt.
Overnight
At the end of the day, you'll be chauffeured to Cairo Airport to catch your flight to Aswan, where you'll check in to your pre-booked hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Flight: From Cairo to Aswan
Overnight: Aswan Hotel
Day 3
Visit Abu Simbel Temples - Transfer to Luxor
On your third day of the 8-day Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour, you'll start the day by receiving a breakfast box from your hotel in Aswan. After breakfast, you'll check out of the hotel and continue your journey by heading to:
Temples of Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel Temples are legendary golden wonders made to immortalize and honor the heritage of Ramses the Great (1279-1213 BCE), which was created in 1264 BC to celebrates Ramses II’s power and military campaigns, includingKadesh that took place in 1274 BC, as seen across the temples of Abu Simbel. The temples held another religious value by holding the annual sun festival, which took place on 22 February & October to honor the four seated statues of Amun, Ptah, and Ra‑Horakhty, plus Ramses himself. his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari was honored in her own temple, which is just 100 m away.
Lunch Meal
After a busy day of exploring, you'll have a chance to sit down and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Aswan.
Overnight
Later in the day, you'll catch a train to Luxor, where you'll check in to your pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Luxor Hotel
Day 4
Visit Luxor Attractions - Transfer to Hurghada
On your fourth day, you will enjoy your breakfast at your hotel in Luxor, then continue your 8-day Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada holiday by exploring:
Hatshepsut Temple
The beautiful Hatshepsut Temple is a highly captivating historical attraction that narrates a story of female power and excellence. It was built during the 15th century BC by the thriving and influential Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) to honor Amun the creator god, and shed light on her vast legacy. The design of the temple reflects the golden classical architecture of the New Kingdom (1570-1070 BC), and features some amazing carvings and statues.
Valley of the Kings
The mythical Valley of the Kings is the most magical archaeological monument ever made in history, which is located deep underground in a beneath the pyramid-shaped peak of Al-Qurn. The Valley of the Kings contains 63 tombs, all carved during the New Kingdom (1550 - 1070 BC) to preserve the riches and legacy of great kings like Ramses the Great and Tutankhamun.
Colossi of Memnon
Colossi of Memnon have taken powerful punishment from the forces of nature and time, as it was later restored and visited during the Greco-Roman period, where it was recognized for the mythical vocal phenomenon. It has the powerful face of Amenhotep III (1391–1353 BC), which was made of quartzite to reach a height of 18 m (60ft) and has a weight of 720 tons.
Lunch Meal
Enjoy your delicious lunch at your hotel in Luxor with your tour guide then continue your tour by visiting the majestic temple that exists on the east bank of Luxor:
Karnak Temple
The Karnak Temple Complex is 264 acres of pure historical greatness and golden mythical art which was made to narrate some of the greatest tales about the kings and gods of the ancient Egyptian civilization which was developed over more than 2,000 years. The Complex is entirely dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, Mut, and Khonsu and has some of the greatest works of ancient Egyptian artistic architecture such as the hypostyle hall, the avenue of the sphinxes, and more.
Overnight
At the end of the day, you will then transfer to Hurghada and check into a 5-star hotel for an overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Day 5
Enjoy a Diving Excursion in Hurghada
On the fifth day of your Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour, On the fifth day of your Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour, you'll begin the day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Hurghada. Then, you'll meet your professional diving instructor to explore the beautiful waters of the Red Sea, where you'll have the opportunity to explore the extraordinary underwater ecosystem and witness the wonders of this marine paradise. You'll be able to experience diving and get up close and personal with a variety of sea creatures, from vibrant fish to colorful coral reefs.
After your adventure in the water, you'll return to your hotel in Hurghada for a well-deserved rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks
Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Day 6
Enjoy a Safari Trip By Quad
On the sixth day of your Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour, you'll start with a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Hurghada. Then, get ready for a desert adventure in the desert with a desert safari by quad bike, where you'll explore the stunning desert landscape and enjoy a camel ride.
As the day winds down, you'll be treated to a delicious BBQ dinner under the stars before returning to your hotel in Hurghada for a peaceful overnight stay. This unique and thrilling experience is sure to be one of the highlights of your trip.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Soft Drinks
Overnight: Hurghada Hotel
Day 7
Visit the Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo Attractions
On the seventh day of your Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour, you'll catch a flight back to Cairo and check into your pre-booked hotel reservation. Here, you'll continue your adventure by exploring all the marvelous attractions that Cairo has to offer. Some of the highlights you'll visit include:
The Egyptian Museum
The Egyptian Museum is one of the greatest and most attractive museums in all of Egypt, which is found in the heart of Cairo and was officially opened in 1902 to convey the heritage of this ancient Egyptian civilization.
Lunch Meal
After a morning of exploring the wonders of the Egyptian Museum, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch at a splendid restaurant in the city. Once you're refueled and ready to go, your tour guide will take you to visit more amazing attractions, such as:
The Hanging Church
The Hanging Church is one of the most magnificent religious attractions in Egypt, which is found on the southern wall of a Roman fortress of Babylon. The hanging church was made in the 5th century AD in the place where the holy family stayed during their journey. The church has several incredible artistic designs and decorations dating from the 7th to the 13th century.
Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque
Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque remains one of the most epic and highly important religious attractions that acts as the first mosque ever constructed in Africa in 641 AD. It was the first building in the city of Fustat and was rebuilt and enlarged many times to be a living model of Islamic architectural and artistic innovation over the years.
Ben Ezra Synagogue
Ben Ezra Synagogue is one of the most unique religious attractions located in all of Egypt as it is one of Cairo’s most important Jewish heritage sites dating to 882 AD where it holds a number of incredible works of exotic religious art.
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is a golden cultural attraction of endless greatness officially opened to the public in 2021 in the immortal ancient city of Fustat to shed light on a golden collection of 28 mummies and 50,000 artifacts dating to more than 5000 years which is able to narrate some of the greatest tales and facts ever made.
Al Muizz Street
Al Muizz Street, dating back to 970 AD during the Fatimid era, represents one of the finest open-air museums of Islamic architecture and serves a purpose as the social and economic hub of the capital of Cairo.
Khan El Khalili Bazaar
The Khan El Khalili Bazaar is a magnificent center filled with many treasures based on the rich historical culture and folklore of Egypt. The bazaar was established between 1382 and 1389 AD to offer everyone the chance to live the most ideal and magical shopping experience ever.
Overnight
After a full day of sightseeing, you'll return to your hotel in Cairo for a well-deserved overnight stay. Take some time to relax and reflect on all the amazing experiences you've had throughout your 8 days Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada tour.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Flight: From Hurghada to Cairo
Overnight: Cairo Hotel
Day 8
End Your Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada Tour
On your final day of the tour, you'll have your last breakfast at the hotel in Cairo. After that, our representative will accompany you to the Cairo Airport, where you'll transfer to Cairo Airport for your final departure with unforgettable memories of your incredible 8-days Cairo, Abu Simbel, Luxor & Hurghada tour vacation. We hope that you have had an unforgettable journey, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Egypt soon.
Meals: Breakfast
WHY CHOOSE US
Why Choose This 8 Days Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel & Hurghada Tour?
This unique package offers a comprehensive exploration of Egypt by combining the top historical achievements in Cairo and Luxor with the legendary temples of Abu Simbel.
You will enjoy an efficient travel plan that utilizes domestic flights and private transfers to maximize your sightseeing time and eliminate travel fatigue between cities.
The itinerary features an exceptional guided tour to the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum to witness the world's most complete collection of ancient antiquities.
You will experience the wonders of the Red Sea in Hurghada through an exquisite diving trip to discover stunning coral reefs and vibrant marine life ecosystems.
Your adventure concludes with an immersive Cairo cultural tour including the famous Al Muizz Street, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
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MARILYN H
2026-04-02
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Our tour guides were amazing! Both Reham and Omar were very incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. We felt like we were truly blessed to the gain the knowledge about places we tour...
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Neha
2026-03-01
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Max was an incredibly friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. He took us to local places and also was very accommodating of the needs of our group. Would definitely go again with th...
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Tuti B
2026-04-17
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Today we have day tours - I love Karnak even some has destroyed but still beautiful. Then the valley temple - the story the culture of Egyptian amaze me. We have pretty tour leader...
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Jylinn
2026-01-17
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I used this company to book my tours for my trip to Egypt. The company provided excellent communications and clear itineraries. Our first was a two day tour of Cairo, and a two day...
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Chris H
2026-05-01
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My friend & I wanted to book a day trip to Luxor at £94, but ended up booking a the overnight trip to Luxor as it was only £10 more! The trip exceeded our expections because of the...
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