What would be an example itinerary between Cairo and Hurghada?

A standard 10-day route gives travelers a comprehensive look at Egypt's key sites. The journey starts with exploring Cairo's Pyramids and Egyptian Museum for 2 days. A short flight takes you to Aswan to see the Temple of Philae and High Dam. The next 3-4 days are spent on a Nile cruise stopping at Kom Ombo Edfu and Luxor where you'll explore the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple. The trip concludes with 3 days in Hurghada on the Red Sea coast where water activities like snorkeling are popular. A TourRadar traveler noted "Each guide was not only highly knowledgeable about Egypt's history culture and landmarks but also passionate about sharing their insights and stories."

What are the most common destinations visited between Cairo and Hurghada?

The route follows the Nile Valley's historic path starting in Cairo with its Pyramids and Egyptian Museum. From there visitors head to Aswan for the Temple of Philae and High Dam before continuing to the ancient temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu. Luxor's Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple Complex mark major stops before reaching Hurghada's beaches. One TourRadar traveler shared "The Nile cruise was amazing allowing us to witness Egypt's timeless beauty and majesty from the stunning temples of Luxor to the mystical Valley of the Kings."

What is the average price to expect for a Cairo to Hurghada tour?

Tours cost between 1200-3000 USD per person with prices varying based on trip length and comfort level. The fee typically covers stays at 4-5 star hotels like the Sunrise Pyramids Hotel in Giza and Swiss Inn Resort in Hurghada plus a Nile cruise guided tours most meals and domestic travel. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The tour was absolutely worth the price with excellent hotels knowledgeable guides and a fantastic Nile cruise experience."

What transportation methods are used between Cairo and Hurghada?

Tours combine different travel modes including domestic flights from Cairo to Luxor or Aswan Nile cruise ships between river cities and comfortable buses for road transfers to Hurghada. Companies like Beyond The Nile Tours handle all transportation logistics. As one traveler reported: "All transport necessary to realize the tour was well coordinated and the domestic flights made the journey efficient."

What is the average distance covered on a Cairo to Hurghada tour?

The full journey spans roughly 500 kilometers by road. This includes a flight from Cairo to Aswan (700km) cruise travel from Aswan to Luxor (200km) and a final road stretch from Luxor to Hurghada (300km). Tour reviews often mention: "The transport was comfortable though some journeys were long - especially the 5-hour bus ride from Luxor to Hurghada."

What are the key historical sites typically visited between Cairo and Hurghada?

The route connects Egypt's most significant ancient landmarks. In Cairo visitors explore the Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum. Luxor offers the Karnak and Luxor Temples Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut. Along the Nile stops include the temples of Philae Kom Ombo and Edfu. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The team did a highly commendable job ensuring we saw all the wonderful sights from the pyramids to ancient Luxor tombs before reaching the beautiful Red Sea beaches."

Cairo to Hurghada Tours

Find adventures that start in Cairo and then finish in Hurghada. Trips from Cairo to Hurghada are most popular in February, with the most tours doing this route then.

10 best Cairo to Hurghada tour packages

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In-depth Cultural
Egyptian Tour: Cairo, Luxor, Abu Simbel, and the Red Sea (8 Days) Return Domestic Flights Included
4.8 (24 traveler reviews)
"By the time you arrive to the Red Sea you'll be ready and deserving of a few restful days."
Kurtis, traveled in June
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor,Hurghada+1 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Country Region
Nile Valley
Operated in
English
Operator
Beyond The Nile Tours
From
US$1,590per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Discovering Ancient Wonders: 10-day (Pyrameds & GEM-Nile Cruise-Hurghada ) Domestic Flight
4.7 (15 traveler reviews)
"The Nile cruise and Hurghada beach are more than wonderful. We thank the Egypt skyway team for the wonderful organization."
Darin, traveled in July
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor,Valley of the Kings,Hurghada+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Nile Valley
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese,Dutch,Russian+7 more
Operator
Egypt Skyway Tours
25% Off
From $1,680
US$1,260per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Special Egypt 10 Days : Cairo- Aswan-Luxor & Hurghada by Flight
4.7 (30 traveler reviews)
"My tour to Egypt was amazing. The Nile cruise on SS Royal Ruby was exceptional."
Jill, traveled in November
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Nile ValleyValley Of The Kings+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Egypt Direct Tours
50% Off
From $2,800
US$1,400per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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$Queen Nefertari\'s Legacy: A 10-Day Luxury Journey through Cairo, Nile & Hurghada Tour$
$Queen Nefertari\'s Legacy: A 10-Day Luxury Journey through Cairo, Nile & Hurghada - 8 destinations$
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Queen Nefertari's Legacy: A 10-Day Luxury Journey through Cairo, Nile & Hurghada
4.9 (17 traveler reviews)
"Ihab has been a very nice guide, he knows very well the Egypcian history and has taken us to all places we asked for."
Ihab, traveled in July
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Nile ValleyValley Of The Kings+1 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese,Dutch,Russian+7 more
Operator
Travel Chance Egypt
40% Off
From $1,710
US$1,026per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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10 Days in Egypt: Cairo (GEM) Wonders, Nile Cruise & Hurghada Beaches
5.0 (7 traveler reviews)
"Egypt is a fascinating country, beyond beautiful, but it is also a complex country. However, with Golden Egypt organizing every detail of our trip I did not encounter any problems."
David, traveled in January
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Cairo, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Nile ValleyValley Of The Kings+1 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese,Dutch,Russian+7 more
Operator
Golden Egypt
50% Off
From $2,000
US$1,000per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Journey through Egypt: Cairo, Nile cruise & Hurghada
4.4 (5 traveler reviews)
"The transport were unfailingly timely, we never had to wait. The team, notably the 3 above mentioned, did their utmost to make the experience as best possible for the guests."
joy, traveled in November
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Hurghada
Age Range
Ages 10+
Regions
Nile ValleyValley Of The KingsNile+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Nourbelle Tours
50% Off
From $1,900
US$950per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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River Cruise
Egypt in 9 Days: Cairo, Luxor, Aswan & Hurghada
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Luxor, Hurghada
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Nile Valley
Operated in
English
Operator
Egypt Cheap Holiday
50% Off
From
US$1,045per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Treasures of Egypt in 10 Days: Pyramids, GEM, Nile Cruise & The Red Sea
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Aswan, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor,Hurghada+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Nile Valley
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese,Dutch,Russian+7 more
Operator
Golden Egypt
50% Off
From $2,000
US$1,000per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Cairo, Beauties of the Nile and Hurghada (9 destinations)
5.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Cairo, Aswan, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna, Luxor, Dendera,Hurghada+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Nile Valley
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
50% Off
From
US$2,745per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Pharaohs & Paradise: Cairo, Luxor & Hurghada (10Day)
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"The information given by our guide on board the river boat was thorough and informative."
Bronya, traveled in October
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Cairo, Luxor, Hurghada
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Itaca Holiday
50% Off
From
US$1,080per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Discover Egypt 10 Day (Cairo- Nile Cruise -Hurghada)
4.6 (41 traveler reviews)
"The tour operator and guides were very helpful when we needed questions answered. The stay at Hurghata is just fantastic."
Deena, traveled in October
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Cairo, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Regions
Nile ValleyValley Of The KingsNile+2 more
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese,Dutch,Russian+7 more
Operator
Itaca Holiday
30% Off
From $1,300
US$910per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Egypt Civilisation - Adventure 10 days (Pyramids & GEM - Nile Cruise - Hurghada)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor,Valley of the Kings,Deir el-Bahri,Dendera,Hurghada+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Nile Valley
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese,Dutch,Russian+7 more
Operator
World Skyway
32% Off
From $1,240
US$843per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
CAIRO • ASWAN TO LUXOR NILE CRUISE • HURGHADA — A Journey Across Egypt’s Timeless Worlds
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Egypt left a mark, and I wouldn't hesitate to do it all over again."
Darlene, traveled in December
Duration
13 days
Destinations
Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor,Hurghada+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Nile Valley
Operated in
English
Operator
Experience Egypt Tours
32% Off
From
US$4,449per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Majestic Egypt: Nile & Red Sea Luxury Escape (Customizable)
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"We had the opportunity to discover and admire Egypt's fascinating culture, while also relaxing and enjoying the food, the weather, and the amenities offered in each of the hotels."
Peter, traveled in November
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Hurghada
Age Range
Ages 8+
Country Region
Nile ValleyValley Of The Kings+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Luxury Destination
20% Off
From $7,995
US$6,396per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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Explorer
Uncover the Wonders of Old Cairo And Hurghada On 7 Days (Cairo - Giza - Hurghada)
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Memphis, Hurghada
Age Range
Ages 10+
Country Region
Nile Valley
Operated in
English
Operator
Nourbelle Tours
20% Off
From
US$1,152per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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